For every well-designed rooftop oasis in New York City, there’s a sad rectangle of water surrounded by folding chairs and a “resort vibes” playlist on its last loop. Half are for hotel guests only. The rest are style over swim, better suited to selfies than actual time spent poolside. This list trims the fat. Here, […]
New York City’s Best Rooftop Bars for Views, Vibes and Cocktails
New York doesn’t have a rooftop problem—it has a rooftop memory problem. For every decent view, there are a dozen indistinguishable spaces hawking canned spritzes under Edison bulbs. A skyline is easy. Staying power? Less so. The rooftops that matter now aren’t chasing spectacle. They’re full-fledged bars and restaurants that just happen to float above […]