230 Fifth Rooftop Bar

What a beautiful rooftop! It’s family friendly and affordable. We did not need a reservation. Loved the view of all the buildings and lights. Went there on a chilly night and they have robes and heaters. The igloos are amazing too and warm. Looking forward to going during the summer. The food is delicious and the drinks were great too. No complaints,just great vibes at this rooftop.

This was my husband and I second time coming to this rooftop bar. The seasonal cocktails were great. The igloo’s set up for winter were a vibe, However, they were very chilly inside despite the heater within them. One definitely needs to keep their coat on. Two more heaters at a minimum, may help with that. Easy bathroom access and there is enough seating inside if you don’t want to brave the cold. The first time we visited the weather was mild so the view of the Empire State Building was unimpeded. The view of the Empire State Building is stunning from this rooftop bar. I would love to come back here in the summer.

An amazing spot with a unique setup! The top seating area is unreal, with blankets, robes, and heaters to keep you warm, plus an indoor section if it gets too cold. There’s plenty of seating, and they also serve food. The igloo seating looks great, but I think it needs to be pre-booked. The biggest downside is the drinks - they’re seriously overpriced for the amount you get, and once you add a tip, it feels way too expensive. I’d recommend coming for one drink to enjoy the views, but not for a whole night out.

We had an absolute blast - was the best birthday party ever. The views are stunning, the food and drinks were amazing. Just a very beautiful way of celebrating on a rooftop in the winter. Staff is very kind too. Definitely a recommendation *****

Just wow, what a find. Stopped here in a warm September evening. The views are just amazing. We had 2 cosmopolitan cocktails, and I have to be honest they were not the best. The views from the rooftop, though more than make up for this, and I would happily go again. The view of the empire state building is just incredible. There is no entry fee to get in.

Splendid rooftop bar in Midtown. Go early in the afternoon and enjoy the view without the crowd. They have igloos during winter which are great. They also have amazing cocktails and small bites, staff amazing, prices are understandable. Live music and a DJ. It’s a bit touristy but you can’t beat the views.

Food: basic food selection but amazing drink menu - hot whiskey apple cider was deliciously amazing! Indoor Space: large indoor space if you don’t want to freeze outside in January. Quite a few comfortable tables near the windows. Outdoor space: Red robes are provided and there are heaters. The igloos are warm too and spacious. Music: loud but you can hear each other talk.

Went here for a Silent Disco event and had a BLAST! The room that we were in had a really cool atmosphere with windows overlooking Manhattan. The dance floor was cool, bathrooms were clean and the drinks were reasonably priced! The best part were there were places to sit and relax if you needed a break. Coat check was only $3 which in Manhattan is a STEAL. I will definitely look for events here in the future! There was also an outside area but we didn't get to check that out as it was freezing and snowing the night we went!

As soon as we arrived, there were instructions on how to enter the building. Our IDs were checked and we followed further directions to an elevator that whisked us up to the inside level. We chose to sit outside, so we followed another set of stairs to the outside roof. This crisp December evening, we chose to sit out on the roof to enjoy the views and lights of NYC skyline. There are specific instructions on how to proceed at the entrance. Robes and fleece blankets are available for warmth and snuggling. We sat in an igloo with a small fireplace. The fireplace kept the igloo warm and cozy. You choose your own seats, then you go to the bar where you can scan for the menu and the menu is awesome. We ordered Cod Fish and Chips and sushi. The fish and chips were crunchy. Our food was fresh and filled with flavor. I love guacamole and chips and this dip was chunky. The drinks were pricey, but come on this is midtown Manhattan. You know better. I love the atmosphere. As we were exiting around 9 pm, it started to get crowded. I found everyone was very friendly, and great views of Manhattan. You can stay as long as you like, no one will rush you out. As we exited people were lined to enter... so this is obviously "that" spot. A great place to be outside with great drinks in December. I loved it, and I would do it again.

Oh, It's Saturday night , yeah! The wicked weekend is here! Get in before 7 pm or else there will be a cover DJ late at night Check their IG for events This place is popping. Hard to snag a table without hustling. Drinks were expensive $20 each Guess that's the price for the city view . There's a rooftop. There's a lower level for indoor. Great views all over minus the one building under construction.

Came here for the view and it was pretty nice. Th Empire State is right in front of you and it's a nice place to chill. We came pretty early on a Friday so there wasn't a long line to get in and it was wet out since the forecast was a bit rainy. The drinks were as expected. Can't really say anything about their cocktails as we only ordered shots. Ended up not staying too long since the rooftop's furniture was wet due to previous rainfall and there wasn't anyone around to wipe down the tables/chairs. Would probably come back when the weather is better. But def a place to take some friends who want an up close view of the Empire State Building

This is a must visit place. While the drinks aren't exactly cheap, the views make up for it. We came for Santacon and the vibes were immaculate. The holiday drinks were festive and our favorite was the holiday hot chocolate. The entire place was decorated for Christmas and we were able to snag a seat in a heated "igloo" on the rooftop. There are two floors too. The bottom floor is more of a loud music bar scene and the rooftop has the iconic views in a more relaxed setting. Great for if you're not sure what you're looking for but know you want to be out. Looking forward to coming back here when I visit the city again.

Amazing view, beautifully decorated and themed happy hour drinks! Disclaimer, it's very touristy so expect crowds and photo ops. I had their winter themed happy hour spiked warm apple cider, it was great except, they put a donut with the drink and I never fished it out to eat so it needed up sinking to the bottom and completely disintegrated.

They have happy hour Mon-Fri from 2pm to 5pm. The bartenders were not friendly at all and the pours were a joke. They had nice Christmas decorations but other than that not worth it.

On my first day in the city we walked down the street for lunch then decided to head home to 230 fifth for a little happy hour treasure. It was everything you would expect from a New York rooftop. Great views, good music, interesting crowd, and delicious drinks. I have zero regrets spending several hours up there. We even pushed back our dinner reservation just to enjoy the views a little longer. I'd definitely recommend stopping by!

Became one of my favorite bars after SantaCon last year. DELICIOUS, unique drinks. Medium priced but lovely atmosphere. Always throws a hell of a party

About 3 stars. It's a fun and lively rooftop bar. They have great views of the city, but I think they are somewhat touristy. On the weekend they have a DJ playing some great music. And there is ample room for dancing. They have a brunch on the weekends. The burger is pretty good. They accept walk-ins, but I highly recommend making reservations, so you can get full service.

HATED coming here in the cold - my food was cold and my body was cold . I have not been this unhappy here in a long time . Never again

Super fun spot to pop into and have warm toasty boozy hot chocolate, get great photos of the city skyline and feel christmas-y. Lots of seating and warmers to keep you comfortable while you sit outside and take pictures. Great set ups for multiple photo spots

Came here to work for the day and then had some drinks. The vibe is a little confusing, food is handed out in dim sum containers but they didn't serve any dim sum, they serve sushi and pasta though.. still confusing. The drinks were not that great either, but were cute! The service was amazing!! That's a good thing. I would return only if I was in the area and wanted to take some shots.

Very cool Winter Wonderland set on a rooftop. Loved all of the festive photo ops as well as the cool igloos set up for dining and longing purposes. We didn't eat, though the food looked tasty, but we did enjoy very good cocktails. Great music being played, but because seemingly every foot of the rooftop was filled with 'something', there was no real open space for dancing. This would be my only real complaint, so 4.5 starts for me.

They are very strategic people with their staff because everyone 230 Fifth has pretty as hell people working out here! Okay, so I've been going here on and off for 7 years now and it's a great place to take your out of town friends. It's impressive on the inside, the rooftop itself is adorable (especially in the winter interestingly) and there's an incredible view of the Empire State building. The ambience is all there. I haven't gotten food from here, but I will say the drinks, expectedly expensive, were pretty good. It's a solid rooftop in a really convenient area. Very iykyk

Came here after the bartender at the Plaza recommended it for rooftop drinks. The rooftop area is massive with lots of tables to enjoy drinks and the view. They also have heat lamps in some sections. Views are excellent as well with the Empire State Building relatively close. Drinks were good too but mostly seeded out of plastic cups outside. There was a $15 cover on a Saturday night but no line when we arrived.

Had the pleasure of attending a company happy hour at this Rooftop Bar! It was beautiful 80 degree weather in NYC with the sun and breeze in full swing. It's a beautiful view of the city with great table seating. It's a popular venue with so many people who were envious of the extra seating that we had. Aesthetic spot to get your instagrammable photos. The only downside was the bartender for our party in which he was extremely stressed out and overwhelmed. I checked the menu of what I wanted and he couldn't make any special cocktails or nonalcoholic drinks... So I ended up getting an aperol which was overall great. The sliders that the staff had were limited to 3 but great. It was a rotation of veggie spring rolls, burger sliders, and chicken sliders. Good bites with drinks! Great venue to see sights sounds of NYC!

This rooftop bar is one of the most popular spots in NYC. The lines here can be quite long, but our group of 30 managed to secure a happy hour reservation, so we didn't have to wait in line. The place is always bustling, with multiple events happening simultaneously. They also have space and tables available for walk-ins. We spent a couple of hours here and found the wine and liquor options to be quite expensive, with a limited selection of snacks. We ended up ordering beef sliders, French fries, Shumai dumplings, buffalo and garlic chicken wings, and a variety of fresh fruits. Our server was attentive, frequently replenishing our champagne bottles. Our group had a great time here. While this place is perfect for big groups and events, I'm looking forward to coming back here again!

Food: 2/10 very disappointing because it took forever and we received cold nuggets and nachos: Everything was expensive because it's on a rooftop but the menu has basic food options. Service: 5/10 you walk up to a bar for drinks which was efficient because their most popular frozen drinks are prebatched. Bartenders were friendly and attentive. The food bar was not speedy at all and most looked frazzled. Ambiance: 5/5 once you find a table it's good vibes. but you can also make a reservation ahead of time to be seated in an area with table service. 4 stars overall because the frozen margaritas and views are worth it and you can eat before you get there!

Had a great time popping into the 230 Fifth Rooftop. It was sunny day with barely any clouds in the sky. Drinks were cold and tasty. Bartenders were fun and interesting to talk to while they were slinging drinks to the crowd of people. Seemed like a great place for brunch. There were hundreds of people out and about enjoying themselves. Surrounding views were awesome. I'd come back for the vibes.

Yes, this is a touristy spot but it came in clutch for late afternoon bubbles when the sun was fast setting. We were heading back to BK but wanted a quick stop along the way at a rooftop where we knew would have a view. Luckily, we were able to get a table to sit and enjoy our drinks outside during sunset. When you're with the right company, anywhere is lovely.

This rooftop bar is a must-visit in NYC. We went there on Christmas Eve, and the Christmas decorations were fantastic. The best part of this place is the view--you can see the Empire State Building clearly and up close. I love having a drink on this rooftop, just relaxing and admiring the beauty of the Empire State Building. There are several heaters and igloos that keep you warm in winter, though in the igloos, you'll miss out on the views. I recommend sitting outside the igloos, as the heaters are effective, and they also provide warm robes to keep you cozy. The bartender was friendly, the service was quick, and the cocktails were great.

Somehow managed to get in when it wasn't too busy. Outside area was wide open and we got a boozy cocoa and mulled wine, very nice, very comforting. Didn't get into an igloo but could see how they could be fun. Great view for photos

Went there on Saturday after show. Had a groupon I got as a gift and they looked at me like I was from another planet. Manager told me they don't take them anymore. When I reminded him they are good for life and if you weren't going to honor them why get involved. Making it worse was the hamburger that I'm not even sure what it was. The specialty drinks were nice but sugary. Not crowded on a Saturday night?? The igloo fad might be done.

Sara was our bartender and she was absolutely excellent! As a first time New Yorker, Sara and her fellow bartenders made our experience so special with specialty cocktails and an amazing espresso martini. Also the views are beautiful and the heated igloos are so comfortable. We will definitely be back!

Come for the views, leave for the drinks. On a beautiful spring day, this spot is perfection! Phenomenal views of the skyline and fun, greenery for decor. An influencer's dream! We didn't have food, but the cocktails were not the best. Cheap alcohol, sugary mixers. Regardless, I'd go back for the view and the vibe!

you get a good view of the Empire State Building, the overall crowd is younger. Overall good views and service is good

Haven't been there in years and I must say that I was a bit disappointed, you basically don't have the great view of the city as before and the air conditioners downstairs are not working . Food was ok but I hate when I go places and feel rushed . Sometimes I am done eating and just wanna drink , but they keep rushing you , definitely not cool specially if you are bringing people there for the first time .. Hope they improve a little

Gorgeous rooftop but crowded and the service was terrible! You couldn't stand around and enjoy the place without being scolded by an employee. They also won't seat you without your entire party being there which caused some chaos for me. They also tried to discourage us from getting a drink at the bar since you can not bring that drink to the table when you get sat. Dumb rules. Host staff gave our table away to another party that was here sooner than us so definitely book a reservation if you are planning on visiting. The place serves food however it feels more like a crazy busy nightclub rather than a bar restaurant and the wait staff reflects that. I liked the drinks and a photographer came around and snapped our photo. They print it and frame the photo which is available for purchase for $20. Some people don't like that but I found it a nice treat.

Good espresso martinis and rubber ducks in 230 candy spritz. So that was cool. Not super warm in the bubbles on top and only some people got blankets. Good music after midnight.

Very cool spot to visit during the Holidays. Servers are friendly and. the drinks are served in awesome plastic pouches with floating ducks.

It's such a cool spot! The cocktails were fantastic, and it's an awesome rooftop restaurant in an open-air setting. Coming from Los Angeles to New York, it was truly enjoyable to experience a place like this.

When visiting New York, you must check out a roof top ! &&& this is the roof top for it . The drinks were great and it was super chill and love how it decorated. I came here after the holidays and it was still decorated and you still have an amazing experience! The service was not the best but maybe because it was a busy weekend.

My dad loved the Friday retro music! I enjoy bringing my friends visiting the city here because you get the best view! Fun drinks and ambiance

Wowww!! What a view of the Empire State Building. Absolutely loved everything about this rooftop. It was very organized and clean and had amazing views. The food and drinks were very affordable and delicious. The food and drinks were ordered at the order window and were given a buzzer to notify when the food was ready. Had the fish and chips which i found to be made to perfection, it was not too greasy or too much breading also had the raspberry mojito which was delicious. Looking forward to another trip to return.

Spent Father's Day here with babe on a spontaneous trip to NYC. It was a beautiful day so why not find a rooftop to chill on. Food was not the greatest but something to nibble on while drinking and enjoying the views. Service for the food took longer than expected due to crowd of people being there. Babe second order of tacos took over 30 mins so we were comp a drink for the inconvenience.

I had a really pleasant experience here on a Wednesday night (~10pm). There was no wait, plenty of seating on the rooftop, and ordering was easy. Since it was self-seating and self-service (I'm not sure if this is always the case), we appreciated that it was easy to order and pay separately, and that there was no pressure to order a lot. While the fences are pretty high, you still get a nice view of the Empire State Building which makes for nice photos. It's pretty awesome that you can come up here for free. I got the frozen passion fruit margarita ($17 including tax), which I thought was quite reasonable for the area. It was a large drink, and the frozen margarita part was delicious and smooth. My one qualm is that the passionfruit liquid part was separated from the frozen part, and the liquid and frozen parts didn't mix well. As a result, the bottom of the drink was too sweet and not frozen. Great vibes, tasty drinks, and a beautiful night view. I can definitely see myself coming back here!

My husband and I went to New York over Christmas and we wanted to go to a restaurant for Christmas dinner. We started looking up options months in advance, and there was quite a variety in prices, with most restaurants being at least $100 per person, which was fine -- we were alright spending that as long as the food was good. (However, $250 per person was not within our budget.) When my husband found the menu for 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar, we thought we had a winner. The menu was a good selection of basic, tasty food, and at $60 per person (excluding alcohol), it was a fantastic price! The menu was: -Salads: kale salad, tomato and mozzarella salad, mesclun salad, Caesar salad -Butcher's block: oven roasted turkey breast with gravy, prime rib, chicken parmesan -Pasta station -Accompaniments: garlic mashed potatoes, roast potatoes, green bean casserole, roasted yams, vegetable stuffing, roasted mixed vegetables, sauteed Brussel sprouts, fresh cranberry sauce -Desserts: apple pie, pecan pie, ice cream sundae, assorted cookies Unfortunately, dinner was a big disappointment. First, the restaurant was chaotic and was geared more towards a younger crowd, with a night club kind of vibe -- I did not appreciate the dim lights and loud music, and despite having a reservation for a specific time, we still had to wait in a disorganized mass of people for 15 minutes in an area that didn't have adequate room to wait. Second, the waited was snippy when I asked if there was a physical wine menu, as I hate QR code menus. (At least the $65 bottle of Merlot was good!) Third, the food was not very good, as nothing was actually hot, just lukewarm. Being a buffet, you would go up to get your own food (but you had to awkwardly pass by the crowd of people waiting to be seated), and staff at some of the stations would plate the food for you, and one guy was really sloppy, dripping gravy all down the side of my plate and hand. And he slopped a HUGE amount of lukewarm mashed potatoes on my plate, instead of giving me a normal sized portion, so not only was it too much (at a buffet you don't want to get huge portions -- it's better to go back for seconds), but there wasn't enough room on my plate for the other items I wanted. After dinner, we went to the rooftop bar, where, because it was winter, they had plastic domes with heaters for people to sit in. The drinks were around $17 (before tax and tip), which, while not cheap, is standard at most places, and the pours were quite generous. We had a couple of drinks each of mulled wine/hot cider/spiked hot chocolate, which were so tasty. Yeah, we were a little sluggish the next day... Overall, dinner was not a great experience and I didn't care for the restaurant, but the rooftop bar was great. I would not go back again for dinner or to the restaurant, but I would go for a couple of drinks at the rooftop bar. [Yelp collections: NY Christmas 2022]

It's always my favorite sport / cool drink, food , music , and beautiful views rooftop. Fun, diversity. It's always a good vibe. You definitely check it out. The best view in New York at night for a cool place to hangout.

3.5 stars Came here on a weekday night. The entrance is a little tricky to find. I had wanted to come for happy hour, but that didn't work out. When I got up there, I inquired about seating in the igloo and was told I could sit in it for $50. Otherwise, the kitchen was about to close in 15 minutes. So, I just wandered around to take a look at the Christmas decor, lights, swing, and view of the city and then headed out. 2023 #107

We are so happy we tried this out & it was a beautiful evening. Super crowded. We made reservations for an igloo in advance since we had no idea what the weather would like that night, but there's plenty of uncovered seating. When you reserve an igloo, there's a prefix menu. The food was just okay. Server was fun & took nice care of us although he was clearly very busy. Afterwards, we walked all over to enjoy the terrific view & festive atmosphere. It was incredibly crowded & touristy. A few things to note: the offer robes/blankets for colder weather, you can order at several different bar windows & find an available seat. If you make reservations, you'll need a credit card & there's a spending minimum of like $60. If you're just going up to look around and/or have a drink, there's a cover charge of $15. You have to be 21+ to go in. There's a doorman at the street level checking IDs & confirming reservations before you can get on the elevator.

The view is beautiful and the rooftop is very nice. I have to say, it disgusted me when the female bartender with the curly hair selected 20% on my tab and told me to sign. I'm sorry, but I will pick the tip you deserve not the tip that you want. Have some class. Disgusting. So turned off by this place.

I love this place! There is always something going on. Last night (Friday night) was the first time i went to the rooftop. It was PACKED by the time i arrived which was 8pm. I do believe their happy hour is from 2-3pm I'll let you know next week They had amazing frozen margaritas and Bellinis frozen! And appetizers like nachos i didn't really see the menu but SEATING is FIRST COME FIRST so keep your eyes peeled! lol Everyone was so nice and amazing and then on the main floor there was music and a huge dance floor. All types of music from throwbacks to 70s,80s,90s early 2000s to afrobeats and Latin dancing. Being new to the city i often go alone to bachata nights on Wednesday and surprisingly last night i made more new gal pals then ever. To the Irish lads we kept us laughing while there suppperrrr obnoxious singing! Thank you and Happy birthday It was such a vibe. Can't wait to go again.

Stopped by to celebrate my sister's birthday at around 5p and there were a lot of private events going on. Due to this we had to stand around like vultures for a few minutes scoping out for an open table, not that fun. Well, I had their frozen pineapple margarita and it was tasty and a bit refreshing; It also had a good kick to it that I didn't mind, as well as a complimentary rubber ducky. Although the view is a little muddied by the fencing/shrubbery on the edges, it felt kinda nice being on a rooftop just having a drink with friends and family on a special day, just wish we came on a less occupied one but I suppose that's asking much from a rooftop bar in NYC.

We noticed a cool spot with lights from The Empire State Building, and didn't mean to end up here while deciding on a roof top bar. It was a nice surprise to end up here by chance, and a good place to close the night in New York. Good drinks, good times.

Back in the day, when there were way less rooftop bars, 230 Fifth was probably the most popular one. Nowadays, so many other ones have opened so this place is not so unique anymore. It is still a solid choice. For one thing, the space is much bigger than other ones. In fact, it is still the largest rooftop bar in New York City. There is an indoor space as well. You can go up in the afternoon for a more casual atmosphere without a dress code. At night time, it then turns into a club with a more restrictive dress code (no athletic wear, T shirts, hoodies, etc.). The drinks here are decent and cheaper than expected. They have cocktails in the $17-$18 range. There is even a happy hour on Mondays to Fridays from 4pm to 5pm. Best of all, the space is wide open with unobstucted views of the city. It's worth it to come here just for the amazing view of the Empire State Building.

Great place for a rooftop happy hour with a view. I came here a few times a long time ago and recalled it being very touristy and over crowded. Was hesitant to come back, but I was pleasantly surprised. They've updated it and we had no problems getting a seat. No table service, we got our drinks at the bar and sat down. I didn't have to wait at the bar, was served quickly. Bartender was really nice and friendly. Drinks were average, nothing special - a standard bar, which was fine for us since we were mostly looking to enjoy the nice afternoon with a simple cocktail. We had gone early, around 5.

I like this place Of course for summer it' good foe chill out So.. i recommend this roof top

Place was nice. However, the bartender added his own tip without my knowledge. He did not like how i pointed him out on it. Gave himself a $9 tip. Other than that it was nice.

230 Fifth offers two floors of bar service, both indoor and rooftop. The main entrance is currently closed, so you enter in from the backside on the street where the Smith restaurant is located. I came on a Monday and there was no cover charge. After you get your ID checked, you go through the elevator to the bar. My friends and I ordered food and drinks and enjoyed the view of the city skyline. The nachos my friend ordered was enough to feed all three of us. I ordered the sunrise drink and it was superb. This would definitely be a rooftop I'd come back to with friends.