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The 45 Best Rooftop Bars in NYC to Hang Out on from Now Until September

Time to get over your fear of heights

By Quinn Fish

Updated Jun 16, 2025

Additional reporting by
Marisel Salazar & Emma Singer
Exterior shot of the Moxy Lower East Side rooftop bar, one of the best roof top bars in New York City.

What are you doing this weekend? If you answered anything other than “drinking a cocktail on a rooftop,” then you’re doing summer wrong. Fortunately, we tracked down the best rooftop bars NYC has to offer, whether you’re up for evening cocktails with your friends or a romantic dinner with your partner. From lush garden oases to chic cocktail lounges, here’s where to find boozy ice pops, glittering pools and breathtaking views.

Freelance PureWow Editor

Quinn Fish

Freelance PureWow Editor

Quinn Fish is a Brooklyn-based freelance writer covering all things New York City, from the tastiest espresso martinis to the best amusement parks to the perfect weekend getaways. When she's not writing or editing, you can find her reading thrillers, cooking up something delicious, doing yoga, or playing with her cat, Sully.

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