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Empire Rooftop - Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel, New York, NY

Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel

4.4
4.4
931 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
The Empire Rooftop is located on the top floor of the iconic Empire Hotel and overlooks the Lincoln Center complex. With over 8000 square feet of interior and exterior space, The Empire Rooftop has a seasonal open-air East Terrace, a West Terrace with a retractable roof cover, an Interior Main Lounge, and a seasonal Sun Deck. Enjoy our Signature Empire Sunset Cocktail, a light bite from our appetizer menu, and take a photo in front of the iconic neon sign to complete your experience.

Guests of all ages (accompanied by a Parent) are welcome on the roof until 8PM, when those under 21 must vacate.

Visit our website at www.theempirerooftop.com for more information.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Lounge
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 2:00 pm–12:00 am Wed–Fri 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 265-2600
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Private Dining: We are available for Private Events for up to 250 Guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Rooftop Lounge: Ideal for Corporate and Social Events such as Holiday Parties, Weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and Summer Outings.
  • Neighbourhood
    Lincoln Square
  • Cross Street
    63rd and Broadway
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Lincoln Center - 1 Train
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Gossip Girl Experience

    US$50.00 per person

    Nov 30, 2024 - May 25, 2025
    Indulge in the glitz and glamour of Manhattan's elite with our exclusive Gossip Girl Experience. Join us for a day filled with enticing treats, chic cocktails, and photo-worthy moments. • 1 Gossip Girl Cocktail (or Mocktail) • Decadent Tea Sandwiches fit for Upper East Siders • Blair’s Favorite Macarons, because even Queen B indulges • Fun Selfie Photo Opportunity in front of the iconic Hotel Empire Sign to capture your moment in the spotlight Available on Select Saturdays/Sundays. Seating begins at 11 am and continue until 3 pm. XOXO, Gossip Girl *PLEASE BE ADVISED, THE GOSSIP GIRL EXPERIENCE CHARGE WILL BE ADDED TO YOUR FINAL BILL ON THE DAY OF YOUR RESERVATION. *21 AND OVER, UNLESS ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT.

What 931 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel offers stunning views and a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for a sunset drink. "great service" and "fantastic staff" enhance the experience, along with "delicious food" and "lovely cocktails." While some find it pricey, it's ideal for a memorable NYC night out.

931 Reviews
  1. Jeanne

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything went so smooth from making reservation and service was excellent

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  2. Alejandra

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time especially the views! The food and drinks were amazing. Totally recommend the Gossip Girl experience!
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great time. The Gossip Girl experience is definitely a fan favorite, and we’re so glad you had the chance to try it! We appreciate the recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon for another unforgettable experience!

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  3. Owen

    Charleston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great! Guy manning the elevator was not - very condescending.
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that the service was great, but we sincerely apologize for the experience you had with our lobby host. That’s certainly not the level of service we aim to provide, and we’ll be addressing this with our team. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience.

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  4. Alejandro

    Mexico City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I didn’t really expect much since I’ve only watched the Gossip Girl series once, but even though I liked how they gave us one pretty cool mocktail that allowed for a pretty awesome picture, the rest of the food felt very poor. The food tower took around 45 minutes until it got to our table, and they were just some simple and small sandwiches, a croissant and a few macarons. I went with my girlfriend and I would’ve definitely preferred just to get the cocktail, a few pictures and then order something else from the menu. Also didn’t seem like they really cared that we were there to get the experience, it felt like they were doing us a favor even though this cost 50 dollars per person.
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on December 5, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re glad you enjoyed the mocktail and had a chance to capture some great photos! However, we’re truly sorry to hear that the rest of your experience didn’t meet expectations. We take your comments seriously and will be sure to review both the timing of the food and the overall guest experience to ensure we provide a better experience moving forward. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’d love the opportunity to welcome you back for a more enjoyable visit.

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  5. JamesQ

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, drinks and view. Food quality could be better, then the place would check all the boxes!!
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on November 25, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the vibe, drinks, and stunning views at The Empire Rooftop. We appreciate your comments about the food and will share them with our culinary team as we’re always striving to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon and provide an experience that checks every box!

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  6. Raju

    New York City

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely for a drink and depending on where you sit, chat

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  7. Luan

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Português Tive uma experiência terrível no Empire Rooftop em NY e preciso compartilhar. Fiz uma reserva com uma semana de antecedência, e o pagamento antecipado foi exigido. Quando cheguei ao local, nos colocaram em uma mesa alta logo na entrada de um bar fechado e informaram que o rooftop estava com um evento privado, ou seja, não teríamos acesso. Agora, me diga: qual é o sentido de reservar um "rooftop" e acabar preso em um bar comum e fechado? A sensação foi de total descaso com o cliente, sem nenhuma tentativa de solucionar a situação ou sequer um aviso prévio. Frustrante e desrespeitoso! English I had a terrible experience at the Empire Rooftop in NY, and I need to share it. I made a reservation a week in advance, and they required prepayment. When I arrived, they seated us at a high table right at the entrance of a closed bar and informed us that the rooftop was hosting a private event, so we wouldn’t have access. Now, tell me: what’s the point of booking a "rooftop" and being stuck in a regular closed bar? It felt like complete disregard for the customer, with no effort to resolve the situation or even provide prior notice. Frustrating and disrespectful!
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on November 25, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry your experience didn’t meet expectations. Our rooftop has two terraces and a main lounge on the same floor. One terrace is open-air, and the other has a retractable roof for flexibility in varying weather. On the day of your visit, the open-air terrace was closed due to cold temperatures, and the covered terrace was reserved for a private event. As a result, guests were seated in our indoor lounge. We regret any disappointment this caused. Also, credit card information is requested only to secure reservations for cancellations, not for prepayment. We value your feedback and hope you’ll allow us to provide the full rooftop experience on your next visit. Please feel free to contact us directly for assistance!

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  8. David

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    While signs of wear and tear are showing in the rooms embarrassingly so, the bar is a gem! Please make time to go the the twelfth floor and enjoy the this gem.
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on November 13, 2024
    Thank you for the kind words about the Empire Rooftop! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your time on the twelfth floor with us. Our goal is to provide a memorable rooftop experience with fantastic views, great drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere and we're so glad we achieved that. We hope to see you again soon for another enjoyable visit!

    1 person found this helpful

  9. alison

    New York City

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely spot, lounge vibes. Cocktails delish, food hit (burger sliders, fries, calamari) and miss (garlic shrimp- could have been amazing size of shrimp were big but topped with too much garlic ruined the dish).
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on November 13, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re delighted you enjoyed the lounge ambiance and cocktails, as well as several of the dishes. We appreciate your feedback on the garlic shrimp, and we’ve discussed the garlic levels with our kitchen team to ensure a more balanced flavor in the future. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even more enjoyable visit!

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  10. Christina

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The rooftop bar was everything and more! The food was great. The energy was good. It was so fun going to “The Chuck Bass Hotel”.
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on November 13, 2024
    Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're thrilled that you loved the food, the energy, and the whole experience at The Empire Rooftop! And yes, there's definitely something extra special about being at the "Chuck Bass Hotel"! We can’t wait to welcome you back for more fun and memorable moments.

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FAQs

Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel is rated 4.4 stars by 931 OpenTable diners.

Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel

44 West 63rd Street, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10023

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    63rd and Broadway
  • Neighbourhood
    Lincoln Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 2:00 pm–12:00 am Wed–Fri 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Lounge
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Lincoln Center - 1 Train
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 265-2600
  • Catering
    Private Dining: We are available for Private Events for up to 250 Guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Rooftop Lounge: Ideal for Corporate and Social Events such as Holiday Parties, Weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and Summer Outings.
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