What a great cozy place for a fabulous cocktail and small plates! Habanero and muddled raspberry vodka cocktail was fantastic!! Not too sweet, just the right amount of spice, and you really tasted the raspberry! The small plates were so good! We were all impressed. Highly recommend all of them: Bbq chicken flatbread - crispy thin crust, loaded with grilled white meat chicken, and yummy mozzarella. Yum! Shrimp and pork dumplings - fresh with nice pieces of shrimp inside. Bbq pork Bao bun - so good! A nice thick slab of meat, and yummy tangy bbq sauce and pickled veggies went great with the soft bun. Very nice staff. I will totally come back! read more

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Enjoyed this rooftop bar for happy hour. Had a good G&T and some apps to go with it; the charcuterie board was probably the highlight.

Beautiful relaxing outdoor space in midtown. Great fun mixed cocktails, and the servers are nice too. Got to sample a new drink coming soon. Fun cocktail names too. read more

Cute rooftop bar near Bryant Park! The rooftop itself didn't seem to have too much of a view - when we visited in August 2025, there was scaffolding on the sides of the building and that obstructed what could have been views of the city. Even so, the rooftop itself was cute with couches, tables, plants decorated throughout. There was both an indoor and outdoor section, which was a plus. Ordered wine which was good - the menu itself seemed to have a solid selection of wine, beer, cocktails, etc. Service was good but not amazing. Our server didn't offer water and other tables nearby had to ask for it. read more

Loved my cocktail, the space, and that it was inside my hotel on a rainy day. The bartender was very friendly and I was easily able to get in and read my book during happy hour. Highly suggest making a reservation. It says if you miss it they will change you $25 but the hostess told me they don't do that. Loved the Gone with the Gin! read more

Bookmarks is an awesome hidden-gem rooftop -- intimate, relaxed, and perfect for unwinding with great drinks. The book-themed cocktail menu is fun and creative, and every drink we tried was beautifully balanced and well presented. The balcony seating adds a cozy, romantic atmosphere with skyline views that make it ideal for date night or quiet drinks with friends. Service was warm and attentive without being pushy, and the crowd felt chill rather than loud or chaotic. It's the kind of place where you can actually enjoy conversation while sipping something unique. If you're looking for a low-key rooftop spot with great ambiance and thoughtfully crafted cocktails, Bookmarks is a great choice. Will definitely come back again. read more

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I met a friend here at Bookmarks which is a hidden gem of sorts nestled in a hotel . The service was great as well as the cocktails . Too bad it was winter as they have outdoor seating as well with some nice views . Low key and certainly worth the visit ! read more

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This bar is awesome. There is a feeling of peace and quiet away from all the hustle and bustle. There are beautiful views and let's talk about the staff. Ibrahim is the BEST bartender. Do yourself a favor and ask for him. Ask for him!! He is friendly, very kind, very eager to make your experience one to remember. He customized our drinks based on what we like and even made our minor companion a beautiful non alcoholic drink to make her feel included. And he did it without being prompted to. This hotel and bar embody all the things one would want on vacation. Of all the staff here Ibrahim stands out solely because his service is consistent. He treated everyone the same and did it will joy and a smile. we will be back solely because of him. read more

Cute midtown bar that's hidden and not too packed. We each got a cocktail - I got the Midnight Espresso but it tasted watered down. Would skip it. We then ordered a bottle of rose to share. I wouldn't be dying to come back here but it's a nice rooftop bar to catch up with friends. Our waitress wasn't too attentive. I asked for water and she only brought one glass when we had a table of 4. read more

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On our last night in New York, we went for drinks a Bookmarks, a rooftop bar near the library. There's limited seating and we didn't have a reservation, but the wait wasn't long -- not more than 15 minutes. We each had a couple of cocktails (I don't remember which ones -- I didn't write it down), and while pricey ($19 each), it was a nice way to spend our last night. [Yelp collections: East Coast 2022; NY Summer 2022] read more

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Always love visiting bookmarks when in town. A great vibe on an all season rooftop with a greenhouse vibe. Service is always friendly and fast, noise level is always great for intimate conversations. read more

Beautiful rooftop deck with indoor atrium in a quaint hotel with a book theme. Fun cocktails and delicious snacks. Highly recommend.

Had a great time coming here for a quick drink after work. The bar is located on a rooftop of a hotel with an obscure entrance. We got there a little bit before 5pm so was able to snag seats before it got too packed. Nice and extensive cocktail list to choose from including small bites as well. Only stayed around for one drink and tried the Bestseller which was quite sweet but delicious. Definitely a nice place to visit on a nice sunny day. read more

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Wish they had some better book reading food Like... Chili Or White Castle Lmao Just playin I love this place sooooo much Love having it so close to home Please go check it out Trust me read more

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Awful service. Came on a Wednesday night (not busy) and although we were seated right away, our order wasn't taken for 10-15 minutes. Our waiter has been nowhere to be found since. The hostess sat another party and the table wasn't even cleared off. Very disappointing because the drinks were good- but not worth the AWFUL service. read more

Bookmarks - Frose and The Summer Romance - Wine Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Simply lovely rooftop just off of Bryant Park. It was a perfect late-summer evening to enjoy drinks with close girlfriends. I appreciated that they had a nice selection of mocktails (which were sadly the same price as the actual cocktails). The pink peach fizz was refreshing and went well with the charcuterie board. If you're looking for a peaceful, pre-dinner drink spot, look no further. read more

I went to drinks at Bookmarks last week with my mom. Bookmarks is located at the top of the Library hotel ,near the public library and bryant park. We were looking for something a little more low key while still being in midtown and Bookmarks was exactly what we were hoping to find. We arrived at 7:30 and were happy to see there was room for us despite not having a reservation in the busy December season. After reviewing the menu, we decided we wanted to try fun cocktails instead of wine. All the cocktails at Bookmarks are all book themed! I got the Gone with the Gin and my mom got the Spicy Romance. Neither of us loved our drinks but they were good enough and the environment was fun. We also got the truffle popcorn which was very rich and delicious. It came in a massive bowl and we almost couldn't finish the whole thing. I'm interested to give Bookmarks another try in the summer when the rooftop is open! read more

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I decided to drop in on a Monday night and loved how quiet it was the week of Thanksgiving. The staff was friendly and was quick to bring me my drinks. The ambiance and atmosphere are ALWAYS lovely, ans something was very pleasing about the fire in the fireplace and the night sky being open for us to look up from the balcony sitting area to enjoy the city lights. I had Dantes Inferno and the Sleepyhollow Sangria this time around, and it was delicious. I also had a glass of champagne for giggles. I've been here three times and absolutely love it each time, and I will be back the next time I'm in the city. Thank you again! read more

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The experience was wonderful... the food, service and ambiance. The flatbread was our go to. We kept ordering it. Its soooo good.

Atmosphere Drinks Service decent Company Unfortunately the Frose machine was not working, so we didn't get to try the star of the cocktail menu.... However we did enjoy the Gone with the Gin, Summer Sangria, Dante's Inferno and White Lotus which I can whole heartedly recommend all of them... deeeeelish. Gone w the Gin was super cute definitely try! Cool spot to meet friends, ambiance is amaze and it's not too loud so you can still have a nice convo. read more

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I have been coming to this bar for years as I used to find it one of Manhattan's best kept secrets. The ambiance is beautiful and the sweeping views of the city are off the chain. The menu (cocktails and food) are usually high quality. However last summer I met up here with an out of town friend and the service was abysmal. The server was rude and annoyed if asked any questions. It was a great disappointment. I hope that they get some new staff to reinvigorate what was once a great place. read more

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Make a reservation. Bookmarks is a rooftop bar at the Library Hotel. My friend and I came here and enjoyed the truffle popcorn, cheese plate, and a couple glasses of Sancerre. We had a lovely seating area to ourselves because I had made a reservation. Did I mention you should make a reservation? The weather was pretty cool the night we came here so we sat inside, but I can imagine Bookmarks being especially wonderful in warmer weather. read more

Quirky motif for a bar that just seems to work. We went on a busy Saturday night but were personally greeted when we entered the door. They specialize in drinks with bitters so come with an open mind. I love that they make sure you have plenty of water! read more

Everything about this place is amazing, but the best part is the excellent service, and how the staff goes above and beyond. The Spicy Romance is a cocktail made with habanero vodka is unique and unlike any other! 10/10 plan on coming back as many times as I can throughout my life read more

Ladies - do not go here, it's not safe imo. In addition to having watered down and overpriced/unimpressive cocktails, I've never had worse service in a wanna be high end rooftop bar. The wait staff added an extra drink to our bill and got into one of the party's faces when we asked a simple question about it. The staff immediately spoke with aggression and was uncomfortably close to us, and spoke to us in an inappropriate loud tone. The staff proceeded to mansplain what an "interrogation" was after we asked to please calm down while we attempted to resolve the situation. Never had ruder service. I can't think of a redeeming quality for this place. Don't go here, especially women who want to be treated with respect. They need a complete work culture change in addition to a skilled/inspired bartender in their establishment. read more

The service was amazing, the drinks were unique and creative, and the tables and couches were comfortable--plus the view! My personal favorites were the Green Mile, the Spicy Romance, and Dante's Inferno. Simba was our server and he was so accommodating and kind--made us want to come back. Thank you, man! read more

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I was there in the late afternoon yesterday with some coworkers and it was really not at all similar to myprevious experiences there. The service was pretty bad and slow, and got worse as the afternoon went on. I waited for over 40 minutes for a drink, and we had to ask our server multiple times about both drink and food orders. Most of our group had left by the time the food finally arrived. It was pretty obvious they were short staffed and I get that this is an issue, but the staff was also pretty testy about it...I noticed others nearby left when they were not served in a timely fashion. read more

Just do it. We stayed at the Library hotel for four days and visited this place every night before dinner for a drink. The staff is kind and attentive and they have an extensive menu with lots of options. Will be back next time we are in town! read more

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An excellent for gathering with friends. The food menu is not extensive but good. The drinks were good with specialty drinks along with the basics. The service was good, and the atmosphere was well above average. Not a rooftop but has a cute balcony. read more

Stopped into Bookmarks for a cocktail on Friday night. Solid drinks, but expensive and the rooftop is not as exciting as you would hope. Quality: Bookmarks has some fun cocktails. I ordered The Spicy Romance, which utilized habanero-infused vodka. It is definitely more of a kick than I expected, so be prepared. I think a little more sweetness would be perfection, but still a good drink. My wife went with Gone With The Gin, which was very floral, exactly what she likes. Quantity: Standard drink sizes. Value: $19 for Specialty Cocktails. Ambiance: Bookmarks is a rooftop bar located in Midtown. On the ground floor there is a sister bar, but you need to take the shaky elevator up several floors to get to Bookmarks. The elevator lets you out in the main bar area, with a large indoor space to the left, a small greenhouse style lounge to the right, and a small L-shaped outdoor roof space next to the lounge. The views are limited with the high walls and surrounding buildings, but it is still a nice escape. Crowd: Two big groups, but otherwise pretty empty. The earlier rain may have spooked people away from a rooftop. Service: Staff could have circulated more frequently. Parking: Tough street parking in the area. read more

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We didn't make a reservation but it was just past 7 pm and there were plenty seats. The atmosphere was cozy and rather quiet. It was a chilly night and after spending some time outside, I was craving for something warm and got a hot toddy. We shared a mushroom flat bread with caramelized onions, goat cheese, and some pea shoots on top. Because it was already dark out, I didn't get to admire the plants and decor. We were sitting in the indoor glass-covered area. Like someone else said, there was no city view - but for the location and atmosphere it was nice. read more

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Cute little bar. It's not really a rooftop so don't expect any views. Dark, not too loud, and has an intimate feeling. Great for a date!

Came here on a Sunday afternoon and was surprised I had never been before. The roof was great, the menu was good (Great selection of wines and liquors) and the service was great. I didn't think the popcorn was very good but my date liked it. Given this spot is so close to my office seemed like a spot worth checking out again read more

Space was underwhelming tbh and they didn't even have basic cocktail ingredients like tajin, jalapeños, habanero sauce etc...only cool thing is the interior of the hotel itself with the books aesthetic. Overall, there are so many better rooftop bars in the city and this fell below average. read more

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Not the rooftop bar you would expect to find in the Grand Central area, but exactly the type you would like to find. A calm, green oasis - there is an indoor glass-covered area, as well as an outdoor section. The ambiance is quiet and peaceful and - even when filled with people, it does not get noisy or overcrowded. The library-theme doesn't go to far to become kitschy, but rather lends to the quiet, refined atmosphere. Each of the cocktails is literary themed. I went for the Pulitzer, which I enjoyed; and a friend decided to make her own. While prices are high, if you'd like a respite from the midtown scene, this rooftop bar does the trick. read more

I drop by on a cold Friday evening in March. What's going on with the weather these days? It was like 70 last week. Anyways, after the quick elevator ascent to the 14th floor, I arrive at Bookmarks. Pretty clever name actually considering it is a bar in a hotel called "The Library". The evidence is stacking up to support the argument that I'm either blind and/or retarded bc after walking in I completely missed the hostess by the bar. She offers us a seat in the back, we follow her through a room with a fireplace to the covered (bc it's cold AF) patio/rooftop area where she offered us the corner of a couch facing a bunch of other couches. A patron on one of these couches informs us half of the couch is taken. We elect to sit at the few seats of the bar the hostess also offers is. We walk back through the room with the fireplace to the bar near the entrance. Bar is full. Ok. We walk back through the room with the fireplace to the couch. Now we are informed the whole couch is taken. Another employee comes to offer us a recently vacated couch inside next to the fireplace. I didn't realize my run today was unnecessary with all of this exercise. We walk into the room with the fireplace and sit down on the couch. The fireplace has a real fire, quite cozy. Decor was really cool. I enjoyed the atmosphere. Cocktails are $16-$17, wine glasses are in the upper teens to 20s range, beers are around $10. I order pomegranate pear cocktail. We also order cheese plate. Drink was delicious. Cheese plate was fucking MASSIVE. Like gigantic wedges of cheese. My dinner that night legitimately consisted entirely of fucking cheese. Does my pancreas even produce enough lipase to emulsify all of that fat? Lack of any steatorrhea indicates that it does. I don't recommend googling steatorrhea. Lol now u can't help urself can u? Don't ask me what cheeses they were other than the easily identifiable Brie and bleu. I tried to do the bleu bc honestly I really do like it but I struggled with the image of hyphae in my head. The dangers of learning too much biology. (Joke credit to JK). Service was friendly but horrifically slow. I would say it took a minimum of 20 minutes to be offered another beverage after I finished my first one. This was really fucking annoying. We also had to hunt them down to get the check and then for them to pick it up off the table. We actually had to go up to the bar. I'd try another lounge next time. read more

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Was very excited to try Bookmarks as it is close to my office. The space was nice, small but a good atmosphere. The biggest impression made upon me during my visit though was the service... waitress was completely pre occupied, spilled drinks, brought the wrong drink, and just generally paid very little attention to the patrons. Food was average at best. Unlikely to visit again. read more

The fresh air and views from the top of the Library Hotel made this a remarkable spot for work drinks. I had the Hemingway, a well mixed drink of rum, champagne, lime juice, and mint. Amusingly next to us was a stereotypical group of "ladies who lunch". A gaggle of well maintained Mrs. Robinsons gossiping away about their men, children, and wonderful (or not so wonderful) lives. It fit the scene quite well as the atmosphere felt somewhat society NY (read: stuffy). But before you attention deficit disordered young-ens out there write off Bookmarks as too staid, know the decked out cocktail waitresses with both their youth and attire can and will keep even the most soporific male patron from dosing. read more

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This place is a rooftop bar but the wall is waaayy too high so I couldn't see anything! The greenhouse portion of space is really nice. It rained so we stayed in there for a bit. The outdoor space was nice and we sat a little table by the corner. Drinks were really expensive for the quality. Also we got a flatbread and it was SO TINY and TERRIBLE. It tasted like dry pita with a little bit of cheese. Never again. read more

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A lounge called Bookmarks in a hotel called the Library? Yeah, it's a little expected. To call this place a rooftop is a bit of a misnomer; it's mostly an interior space with an exposed patio area. Plus, it's only on the 14th floor, so there wasn't much of a view of anything other than into the windows of the neighboring buildings. On the plus side, during the colder months, the outdoor area is covered and space heaters provide some (uneven) warmth. The space is pretty small, but I'm sure it gets the job done as most of their patrons are probably just their hotel guests. The decor is sophisticated, but I feel they could do more to play up the book/library theme. My favorite area was by the fireplace, which combined with the dim lighting, made it very warm and cozy. My least favorite thing about this place was that the bathrooms are located up a flight of service stairs, which completely detract from the vibe. As for the drinks, they are expensive and not that great. I tried The Hemingway, Bookmarks' take on the mojito. It was strong, but the flavors were not very well-balanced. All in all, I'm glad I got to check out Bookmarks. It's worth a visit for a nightcap if you're staying in the hotel and don't want to travel far, but there are definitely better lounges and rooftops in the area. read more