Rooftop Restaurants for Rent in Manhattan, NY

Booking costs of rooftop restaurants 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Rooftop at The Rutherford in Midtown - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Event space was large, convenient to travel too, and hospitable. Would highly recommend!’

• 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 DL Rooftop is a multi-level restaurant and lounge centred on a large retractable rooftop that delivers skyline views and an all‑weather outdoor entertaining level.

You'll find rooftop restaurants 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):

Smaller rooftop restaurants usually fit up to 80 guests standing. Here are some great options in Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Event Room at k-32 Rooftop Bar, rated 5/5 - rooftop for 70 guests
  Venue said: The terrace is narrow and elongated, and abundant daylight reaches the space during daytime hours. Features: The venue includes an outdoor terrace furnished with modular seating, bar-height stools and small round tables.

• North Terrace at One40 Rooftop - terrace for 55 guests
  Venue said: One40 Rooftop is a modern American restaurant built on simplicity, quality, and connection. The menu focuses on seasonal ingredients and bold, balanced flavours, served without pretension.

• The Rooftop at The Dickens - rooftop for 80 guests
  Venue said: The Dickens is a cocktail bar and restaurant defined by themed, literary-inspired rooms spread over multiple levels. Venue highlights: The venue organizes its multiple floors into discrete event areas that can be used in...

Cheap rooftop restaurants in Manhattan start from $1000 minimum spend per event or $30 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• 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.’

• Rooftop at HGU Rooftop Bar, from $30 per person (up to 150 guests standing)
  Venue said: HGU Rooftop Bar is a rooftop bar attached to a hotel, defined by its skyline-facing terrace. Venue highlights: The venue provides in-house catering and on-site accommodation to simplify multi-stage or overnight bookings.

• 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: A high-ceiling apartment inside a landmark building that pairs tall, classical proportions with contemporary finishes. Design: The interior presents very tall ceilings, plain white walls and recessed downlights over dark...