Top Rooftop Bars in Manhattan, NY
New York has always aimed high, and its nightlife follows the same rule. Rooftop bars in Manhattan stretch from chic terraces in Midtown to hidden gems above the Lower East Side, serving craft cocktails with sweeping city views. Sunset drinks, birthday celebrations and after-work gatherings all feel a little more memorable when the Empire State Building lights up the background. Find your rooftop below and start planning your next night out.
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from $500
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130 guestsThe RutherfordMidtown, Manhattan, NY#Supervenue
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from $90
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Room
70 guestsk-32 Rooftop BarKoreatown, Manhattan, NYThis rooftop lounge is a compact, casually styled rooftop bar defined by a narrow linear outdoor terrace and contemporary finishes. Design: The rooftop presents dark timber decking, timber fencing topped with a planted trellis
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from $109
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEast Patio
150 guestsVersaGarment District, Manhattan, NYEast Patio is a semi-private outdoor space at Versa, a rooftop bar and restaurant, defined by its raised terrace setting and social layout. Design: The patio features woven wicker sectional sofas with off-white cushions,
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from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop
150 guestsHGU Rooftop BarMidtown, Manhattan, NYRooftop is a private outdoor terrace at HGU Rooftop Bar, defined by close-in city skyline views. Design: The terrace uses wood-effect decking and patterned tile inlays, flanked by planter boxes and low parapets.
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from $10000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySouth Bar priv/semi priv
120 guestsHaven RooftopTimes Square, Manhattan, NYSouth Bar is a semi-private rooftop bar area in Haven Rooftop defined by a sheltered pergola that separates it from the main roof. Design: The space pairs cedar wood finishes, woven textures and draped canopies over a compact
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from $30
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop
500 guestsHigh Bar NYCGarment District, Manhattan, NYThe Rooftop is a private outdoor terrace at High Bar NYC defined by an open-air lounge layout that separates seating clusters from a flexible central area.
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from $30
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125 guestsCheers NYCGreenwich Village, Manhattan, NYThe Rooftop at Bar 13 can host up to 125 guests. There is a bar, couches, tables, and plenty of room in the middle. This space is a great fit for corporate receptions, parties and celebrations!
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from $109
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWest Patio
100 guestsVersaGarment District, Manhattan, NYVersa is a rooftop bar and restaurant offering flexible indoor-outdoor dining across a connected dining room, bar and terrace. A large retractable roof and floor-to-ceiling windows let the whole venue convert between enclosed
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from $109
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPatio East and West
250 guestsVersaGarment District, Manhattan, NYPatio East and West is a private outdoor rooftop space in Versa made of paired east and west terraces that create flexible outdoor seating zones and separate lounge areas.
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from $60
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEast Patio Space
50 guestsCastell TerraceGarment District, Manhattan, NYEast Patio Space is a private rooftop outdoor area for relaxed, open-air gatherings. A leafy perimeter gives the setting a calm, residential feel. Design: The patio has a long, open-sided layout beneath a dark metal canopy.
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from $109
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCanopy
350 guestsVersaGarment District, Manhattan, NYCanopy is a rooftop private outdoor space in Versa defined by an arched steel-and-glass roof that shelters an open dining and social area. Design: The space has an industrial-modern look, featuring dark metal framing, long
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from $9000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityNorth Bar priv/semi priv
80 guestsHaven RooftopTimes Square, Manhattan, NYThe North bar can be private for 30-80 guests os semi private for 10-30 guests. Food and bar are included with all pricing. We are open year-round with indoor/outdoor options, a glass winter encasement and open air options
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FAQs about Top Rooftop Bars in Manhattan, NY
Booking costs of rooftop bars average $5000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $3000 | to $18000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $350 | to $1000 | hire fee per hour |
| From $60 | to $109 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Rooftop at The Rutherford in Midtown - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Event space was large, convenient to travel too, and hospitable.’ -
Avenida Rooftop at Avenida Cocina & Cócteles in Midtown - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I highly recommend booking this place if you're planning an event. You’ll be in great hands!’ -
The Rooftop at The DL Rooftop in Lower East Side - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: The Rooftop is wheelchair accessible and served by accessible toilets; in-house bar service and bottle service options are available. Ideal for: Groups of friends and social networks seeking a lively, late-evening standing-and-dancing...
You'll find rooftop bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Manhattan, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 80 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average $750 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 175 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller rooftop bars usually fit up to 80 guests standing. Here are some great options in Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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The Rooftop at The Dickens - rooftop for 80 guests
Venue said: What sets it apart: A private rooftop bar is integrated into the terrace to provide dedicated drink service for a single party. What guests say: The rooftop is lively and welcoming. -
SoHo Loft Penthouse at Penthouse Six Rooftop, rated 4.8/5 - penthouse for 65 guests
Our user said: ‘The rooftop is spectacular and the inside is amazing. Both clean, large, & updated.’ -
Penthouse Salon and Terrace at The Lucerne, rated 4.5/5 - function room for 80 guests
Our user said: ‘They attended to all my needs. Expectations were surpassed.’
Cheap rooftop bars in Manhattan start from $30 per person or $1000 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Rooftop at Cheers NYC, from $30 per person (up to 125 guests standing)
Venue said: Cheers NYC is a bar that doubles as a music-focused promoted-event venue, hosting regular house-music nights and ticketed DJ parties. Venue highlights: The venue runs promoted, ticketed nights and an established DJ programme... -
Avenida Rooftop at Avenida Cocina & Cócteles, from $1000 minimum spend per event (up to 250 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I will book again ! An amazing venue worth the price in the heart of the city you can’t go wrong booking.’ -
Spacious Apartment in Wall St at High Ceiling Space in a Landmark Building, from $2400 hire fee per day (up to 20 guests standing)
Venue said: The space contains a full kitchen area suitable for food preparation, abundant natural light and wheelchair access. Ideal for: Groups seeking an intimate, residential-feeling setting for seated dinners or relaxed standing...
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