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Very cute spot for drinks. Ideal for a nice day and you sit outside for the nyc views. There is also an indoor covered portion. The drinks were really good. That apple crumble was delish.
Located at the rooftop of the AC hotel, I love this place! We stopped in for happy hour drinks with my sister to start celebrating my birthday, and it was such a lovely afternoon before heading to a broadway show. The view is beautiful, the service is friendly, and the whole atmosphere feels special without being stuffy. Afterward, we went downstairs to continue happy hour at Boqueria--because apparently one happy hour was simply not enough for my birthday n yes we made it to the broadway show on time!
As soon as I walked in it seemed as if it was a private bar, for my casual or high end people that want to dress for the occasion. Service was slow but I think they did not notice us at the entrance so we just seated ourselves and I order drinks at the bar. I almost always sit outside on the back patio and this was one of the most outstanding rooftop bars the seating reminded me of my backyard but more of a walk in gazebo garden. We stayed their until closing so we got kicked out around 12 or 1am but it was such a vibe even with the lights, the fireplace inside was so breath taking I wanted to sit next to it for a picture so bad. Did not order food but just drinks but the shots of vodka and cocktails did not disappoint I would come here again!
Only came here for drinks so I can't comment on the food. I really like the esthetic of the place. Can be nice and romantic sitting by the fire place. It was late at night and cooler outside so they had a covered heated terrace. If you walk to the end there's an opening for the view. We sat at the bar. Bianca was an excellent bar tender! I wasn't sure what I was in the mood for to drink so she asked me what type of alcohol I like and what my normal go to drinks were then she created a drink that I highly enjoyed. They were originally out of their night cap drink but by the end of the evening they were replenished and she came through and made it for me. The drinks were delicious! Awesome customer service. Even the host was nice enough to take photos of us. I'm curious to see what it's like with warmer weather and during the day time. I would definitely come back again.
Good view, my server was awesome and so were the bartenders. Great view and vibe. Didn't care for the drinks, then again I ordered off the happy hour menu. Didn't eat anything so can't comment on food.
I attended a professional event at this rooftop venue. Wow. Even on a Tuesday it was super popular! The staff were extremely accommodating, the food was very good( ceviche yummy, tomato soup yummy, the drinks were good, could've used a-little more liquor but I'm not complaining. The view was spectacular, it's kept very clean and picture perfect. The music was great. I think this will be my new favorite rooftop!
Since I was staying at the hotel, I literally just went upstairs to check out the rooftop and I'm glad I did. It's a small but cozy spot with a really nice vibe. I didn't try the food, but the drinks were solid!!! What I loved most was the staff, they were always so friendly and genuinely sweet every time I went up.
We stayed at the AC hotel so we had easy access to this rooftop. A small inconvenience about this place is that there were only two working elevators so it took awhile for us to get up and then back down. The service was phenomenal. Lorenzo was so awesome. He made us cocktails perfectly catered to our preferences and even recommended us tequila to try. He was so kind and made our night very memorable. I got a Bloody Mary cocktail which was made perfectly with drops of hot sauce and adorned with crunchy celery. My boyfriend got a passion fruit cocktail (not sure what the name of it was) and he thought it was very delicious. It's definitely a more intimate setting and didn't seem like a place for high socializing. However, if you want to start off your night somewhere or just bring a few friends, I would recommend this rooftop.
This place has great views and plenty of seating. I feel like it's a bit unknown compared to other rooftops and therefore a great option for a drink and a view. They close a bit early by New York bar standards though.
Five stars if the weather is good. The lounge is located on the top floor of the AC Hotel near Times Square. The views are not as interesting as found at other rooftop lounges in the area. The cocktails are good. Unexpectedly, the Crispy Sea Salt Potatoes were the best dish that we had. The service was attentive.
Super cute rooftop. We simply ordered mock tails during happy hour and returned for a second time in the evening where it was quite lively. The bartenders were attentive in both instances. Great stop if you're staying at the AC hotel or if you're looking to grab a drink before heading to a club/lounge.
Service is just okay, food menu is very limited but the portion size is pretty big for each, and the cocktails here are also just okay. The vibes are good and there is both indoor and outdoor/rooftop area which is heated with comfy seats.
This is a lovely rooftop lounge in midtown on top of the AC Hotel in Times Square. What's nice is that the outdoor patio has an an overhead covering and heat lamps in inclement weather, so it can be enjoyed in all seasons. There is also an indoor bar area. I met a friend for drinks on a Thursday around 5pm during happy hour (Mon-Fri from 4-6pm) and it was still fairly sparsely populated at this hour but filled up later on, though it's not summer yet when it will inevitably get much busier. The drinks are good and strong enough - though a Moscow mule really ought to be served in a copper mug not in a collins glass. The bar menu consists only of light bites, appetizery items, and desserts to sop up your alcohol intake, so no substantial fare. If they could add some flatbread and fries or tater tots, that would be awesome. Service was ok, a little absent at times but friendly. It's a nice space however and a great rooftop lounge option!
Discovered this rooftop bar online and it was quite hidden since you have to take an elevator past the hotel lobby. They had a few mocktail options and overall felt like a very vibey and chill rooftop bar. The view was nice and definitely a great spot for a night out. read more
3 months ago
Visited as a guest of the hotel with a reservation on a Friday evening. It was easy to book reservations online and access rooftop through elevator in lobby of the hotel. We were greeted and seated on the outdoor terrace. The restaurant had a great playlist and city views. For the quality of the food the menu is very overpriced. The chicken wings were overcooked, two small chicken skewers cost $20, the warm apple crisp was delivered so quickly it seemed like a frozen microwavable dessert. We did enjoy the smash potatoes but as the menu is for smaller bites I would not recommend for dinner servings. The drinks we ordered were well mixed. The interior is chic and cozy and the rooftop dining is definitely a highlight. Would definitely visit again for drinks and the atmosphere of the restaurant or rooftop. There is a train station steps away from the entry of the hotel. $$ read more
Cool rooftop bar with an indoor and outdoor space, above the theater district on the AC hotel. Food was just so-so but service was reasonably good at the bar and they had space for check-in and the event hosts were set up at the elevators. Healthy options, yes, but not particularly tasty finger food and the charcuterie board was just so-so. read more
2 months ago
Located at the rooftop of the AC hotel, I love this place! We stopped in for happy hour drinks with my sister to start celebrating my birthday, and it was such a lovely afternoon before heading to a broadway show. The view is beautiful, the service is friendly, and the whole atmosphere feels special without being stuffy. Afterward, we went downstairs to continue happy hour at Boqueria--because apparently one happy hour was simply not enough for my birthday n yes we made it to the broadway show on time! read more
1 month ago
As soon as I walked in it seemed as if it was a private bar, for my casual or high end people that want to dress for the occasion. Service was slow but I think they did not notice us at the entrance so we just seated ourselves and I order drinks at the bar. I almost always sit outside on the back patio and this was one of the most outstanding rooftop bars the seating reminded me of my backyard but more of a walk in gazebo garden. We stayed their until closing so we got kicked out around 12 or 1am but it was such a vibe even with the lights, the fireplace inside was so breath taking I wanted to sit next to it for a picture so bad. Did not order food but just drinks but the shots of vodka and cocktails did not disappoint I would come here again! read more
Only came here for drinks so I can't comment on the food. I really like the esthetic of the place. Can be nice and romantic sitting by the fire place. It was late at night and cooler outside so they had a covered heated terrace. If you walk to the end there's an opening for the view. We sat at the bar. Bianca was an excellent bar tender! I wasn't sure what I was in the mood for to drink so she asked me what type of alcohol I like and what my normal go to drinks were then she created a drink that I highly enjoyed. They were originally out of their night cap drink but by the end of the evening they were replenished and she came through and made it for me. The drinks were delicious! Awesome customer service. Even the host was nice enough to take photos of us. I'm curious to see what it's like with warmer weather and during the day time. I would definitely come back again. read more
I attended a professional event at this rooftop venue. Wow. Even on a Tuesday it was super popular! The staff were extremely accommodating, the food was very good( ceviche yummy, tomato soup yummy, the drinks were good, could've used a-little more liquor but I'm not complaining. The view was spectacular, it's kept very clean and picture perfect. The music was great. I think this will be my new favorite rooftop! read more
Since I was staying at the hotel, I literally just went upstairs to check out the rooftop and I'm glad I did. It's a small but cozy spot with a really nice vibe. I didn't try the food, but the drinks were solid!!! What I loved most was the staff, they were always so friendly and genuinely sweet every time I went up. read more
2 years ago
We stayed at the AC hotel so we had easy access to this rooftop. A small inconvenience about this place is that there were only two working elevators so it took awhile for us to get up and then back down. The service was phenomenal. Lorenzo was so awesome. He made us cocktails perfectly catered to our preferences and even recommended us tequila to try. He was so kind and made our night very memorable. I got a Bloody Mary cocktail which was made perfectly with drops of hot sauce and adorned with crunchy celery. My boyfriend got a passion fruit cocktail (not sure what the name of it was) and he thought it was very delicious. It's definitely a more intimate setting and didn't seem like a place for high socializing. However, if you want to start off your night somewhere or just bring a few friends, I would recommend this rooftop. read more
Five stars if the weather is good. The lounge is located on the top floor of the AC Hotel near Times Square. The views are not as interesting as found at other rooftop lounges in the area. The cocktails are good. Unexpectedly, the Crispy Sea Salt Potatoes were the best dish that we had. The service was attentive. read more
Super cute rooftop. We simply ordered mock tails during happy hour and returned for a second time in the evening where it was quite lively. The bartenders were attentive in both instances. Great stop if you're staying at the AC hotel or if you're looking to grab a drink before heading to a club/lounge. read more
Service is just okay, food menu is very limited but the portion size is pretty big for each, and the cocktails here are also just okay. The vibes are good and there is both indoor and outdoor/rooftop area which is heated with comfy seats. read more
This is a lovely rooftop lounge in midtown on top of the AC Hotel in Times Square. What's nice is that the outdoor patio has an an overhead covering and heat lamps in inclement weather, so it can be enjoyed in all seasons. There is also an indoor bar area. I met a friend for drinks on a Thursday around 5pm during happy hour (Mon-Fri from 4-6pm) and it was still fairly sparsely populated at this hour but filled up later on, though it's not summer yet when it will inevitably get much busier. The drinks are good and strong enough - though a Moscow mule really ought to be served in a copper mug not in a collins glass. The bar menu consists only of light bites, appetizery items, and desserts to sop up your alcohol intake, so no substantial fare. If they could add some flatbread and fries or tater tots, that would be awesome. Service was ok, a little absent at times but friendly. It's a nice space however and a great rooftop lounge option! read more
Nice rooftop lounge on the 21st floor of the AC Hotel, just mere blocks from Times Square. I made a reservation for Sunday at 7:30 pm a week or two before coming, and it was very easy to make on Open Table. There was plenty of availability. There's an indoor area with a fireplace for the cold winter months, but we were seated outside on the patio at a high top table. They have couch seating as well but it was all full. When we were there, they had the heat lamps turned on since it was a cool day. The views of the surrounding buildings are decent but not the best, since the bar is only on the 21st floor and there are taller buildings around. Still, it was a nice view. Make sure you catch the Empire State Building on the other side of the outdoor area through the window on the inside too! They offer a good selection of alcohol as well as some small/large bites, but we weren't hungry and stuck with drinks. I had the Honeybee ($22), which based on the ingredients sounded like a margarita except that they use honey as the sweetener. I love margaritas so it was nice to try something similar but still a little different. My friend ordered the Royal King ($20) and enjoyed that as well, though the pomegranates on the side had us really confused. We couldn't figure out whether we were supposed to eat it or not. Service was a bit slow. We had to wait a while before our server came to check on us for the bill and for other things. Overall I thought Castell was a good rooftop cocktail lounge in midtown. Definitely appreciated the ease of making the reservation. read more
1 year ago
Great happy martinis Tuesday prices! Fabulous server who of course in an actor. Great views. Perfect for after a show wind down. read more
Wow! What a cool find! We attempted to go to Boqueria, but there was no seat at the bar. A hostess recommended that we go to Castell on the 21st floor rooftop. I am very happy we did. I had a non alcoholic pear cocktail that was absolutely delicious. We also had a veggie sauce & pita & potatoes. The food was very good. My only complaint was the veggie dish I did not think was as described or what I pictured it to be. The staff was excellent. We had a great conversation with the manager from Equador. We would definitely go back! read more
8 months ago
Beautiful renovation and super friendly staff. We'll be back later for a drink and tomorrow as well- we're staying here! lol read more
7 months ago
3 years ago
Came here on a Monday night and arrived at 8pm, made a reservation but didn't really need one since they weren't that busy at that time. This bar is at the AC hotel. When you get off the elevator, the first thing you see is the lounge area with a fire place, really nice as it was cold that night. We had to wait for the host to seat us, we came for the rooftop views but they said that the blinds where covering the view (maybe they left it like that because it was cold?). We opted to sit outside although the inside seating had great views. Our server was fine, he took a while to take our order but he got everything right. He didn't check in on us though at all if we needed anything else, which was a bummer, but someone did keep refilling our waters. We had the sea salt crispy potatoes with the aioli and it was delicious. The tacos were tasty and the chicken skewers were good. For drinks I had the white sangria and the hubby had the Paloma drink (it's non-alcoholic on their menu but we asked for tequila) and it was really good. Overall it was a nice experience and we would definitely come back when we visit NYC. read more
2 years ago
Great rooftop bar, in theater district . Great location between theater and Penn station. Has indoor and outdoor seating. Nice views of the city . They have a happy hour with drinks between 4-6pm. Drinks were excellent and potent. Staff were attentive and did not rush. Reservations are recommended. Limited menu, light fare, small plates and apps, but food was good and had a good assortment. Many vegetarian options. read more
the view was great from this place! it was outside and a little bit more elegant which we did not know so we felt a little underdressed. but still not too fancy! the service was slow and our server ended up forgetting to ask us for food so another server came up and got our food. i got the four cheese grilled cheese and omg!! it was amazing!!! i would definitely come back here just to have that same meal again. it filled me up even though it looks pretty small. i got the sang drink and it was really good with the passion fruit, will be back for that tomato soup and grilled cheese again! read more
Made a reservation for 8:30 pm to celebrate my bday on 5/27. It's located on the 21st floor of the AC hotel. No need a key card to access, it'll bring you right up there. Super disappointed in tonight's service. If you're thinking about celebrating your bday here, don't. Sadly, I went off of the other reviews that had a great time, but maybe the difference is my bday falls on a major holiday weekend. Our waiter Mike, bless his heart did a terrible job, although I liked his personality, he could do better. First, we where greeted immediately right off the elevator. Told them we had reservations and thank God I booked way in advance cause it got packed! They didn't have any outside seats for the rest of the night when we got there. Also, since we got there early, they had us wait. Since we waited a while, the hostess, who I think is the manager opened a bottle of champagne for us, on the house and that was really nice of him! On the reservation I put it was my bday and requested outside seating so that's the only reason why I'm giving this place a 3/5 for doing that at least. Once we where seated, we took pictures and the view is amazing! Idk about you, but I feel like anything rooftop has amazing views of New York city, regardless if it's just buildings surrounding it! We ordered everything pretty much at the same time. I got a California red wine and my bf got a Pina something drink. For food, we got the charcuterie board, Cesar salad and Thai chicken skewers! The charcuterie board was 10/10, the best one I've had thus far. The bread on that board was *chefs kiss*, the Cesar salad was okay, I thought it came with a different type of protein, but it just came with chicken... nothing special. My favorite part about the chicken was the skin LOL. The Thai chicken was good, if you like spicy food. I'm not a fan of super spicy food so it was a hard pass for me, but my bf liked it! After we ate ALL our food, my bf kept trying to flag down our waiter but he never came around to check how the food was or if we needed anything else. My bf also placed another drink order called naked and something when we placed our desert order. For desert, we got the cookie and ice cream, which I thought was just ok. I couldn't tell what type of cookie it was. We still haven't gotten my bf's drink and by this time we killed our ice cream. You'd think since it's a drink, it shouldn't be that hard to make or take that long, but who knows what's really going on. All I know is that our waiter took forever and a day just to come around to us. When he finally showed up, we asked for the check. He said he removed the drink order but also didn't charge us for the salad, idk if that was a mistake or on purpose, but we'll take it. All in all, it was $89 without tip so not bad at all!! Would I come back here, probably not. But I do suggest to train Mike a bit better. Or maybe he is trained, and we just caught him on a busy night.. who knows! I just know he didn't do the best. Also, we did tell him it was my bday, but I guess they don't do anything special for bdays here!! I think this is a great place to eat at, just make sure you reserve and don't celebrate anything special cause the service might not be as great as you think it'd be = disappointing. read more
what a hidden gem! didn't wait too long at the bustling bar area before our lovely host invited us to an outdoor table, with some nice Midtown views. Gorgeous outdoor space! Glasses of Ravenos sparkling wine, fish-of-the-day ceviche with plantain chips, house made ricotta with toasted naan points, four-cheese grilled cheese w/ tomato soup.. all incredibly delicious and I wish my phone didn't die because everything looked heavenly and I wanted photos. Shout out to Nick for taking such great care of our table and being such a charismatic, easy going, helpful person! He made our night even more memorable. Neeeed to come back to try some of their cool colorful cocktails + some more of the FOOOOD!! read more
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This is seemingly the place to be for happy hour, near Time Square. Located on the roof deck of the AC Hotel on the 21st floor and they open at 4pm. I got there right at 4 and went straight to the bar where the awesome Onaly was bartending/mixing. She's very pleasant and whipped me up a nice mezcal old fashioned. I then decided outside looked too nice not to grab a seat even though I was solo. The scene is very laid back and casual and has very nice views. I wound up with the very attractive and attentive Kim as a server and she was awesome. She recommended I go with the al pastor tacos and patatas bravas. Recommendations were spot on as I enjoyed my happy hour meal. Washed it all down with a couple more mezcal old fashioneds. Enjoyed myself here and would also come back for dinner if the opportunity knocks. You can come casual or a bit dressy if you like and its good for groups, dates and solo action. read more
6 months ago
I came to Castell Rooftop Lounge for a mixer after a conference I attended in NYC. The company bought the drinks and food so it allowed for the ability to try a lot from their menu. The dry-aged beef sliders had a tasty garlic aioli, the four cheese grilled cheese came with a creamy tomato basil soup, and the spinach and onion empanadas were the perfect combination of crispy outer shell and a creamy and savory interior. The drinks were about what you would expect. The staff was friendly and kept the food coming. I did not get a chance to check out the actual rooftop seating area due to the size of our party but it appeared very nice, matching the elegant ambiance of the interior. It's a great spot for after-work drinks, a weekend mid-day hang out, or a casual date. I would definitely check out Castell Rooftop Lounge again. read more
2 years ago
Yummy Martini Tuesday at the bar on the rooftop. I was a little disappointed that all the seating on the patio was taken by a private party. I felt they should have left at least some of the seating available to all customers to take pictures and enjoy the warm evening. read more
4 years ago
I love this place. I stayed at the hotel a few times. The rooftop is pretty cozy with nice views. It's actually pretty chill and somewhat quiet although located in Times Square. Almost didn't want to share b/c it's one of my favorite spots and you usually need a reservation b/c it's busy. Pro - the ambiance, great for a date night or just chill. Decent happy hour. Great drinks! Has one of my favorite drinks. Their drinks manage to stay cold without watering down with ice, major plus! This music is good. I love that there's indoor and outdoor seating as well as a indoor fireplace... defeats gives the cozy vibe. Cons - not enough food options or healthy options. It's more of a spot to chill and nibble. There are small bite size meals. If you're hungry you'll be spending a lot to try to fill up in my opinion b/c the plates are not cheap. All in all I highly recommend and will be back! it's a great place to chill in the hustle and bustle of the city. People frequent here whether they stay at the hotel or not. It makes for a great addition if you stay at the hotel. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Visited on a weeknight with reservations and was seated promptly. Love the views and ambiance here! It's stunning and perfect for photo ops, would be an ideal spot for a cute date or night out with the girls. We ordered several appetizers to share including avocado toast, potatoes, chicken skewers and empanadas. I would recommend the empanadas, it was delicious and the best out of all the appetizers. For drinks we ordered the Penicillin and the Picante Perfect. Both delicious and pricey with each drink being $20. The service could be better, we had to follow up a few times. I would go here again just for the VIEWS. read more
What is a summer place in NY without a good old rooftop brunch? This place is so aesthetically pleasinnnng!! Customer service: They are very flexible, I called like 3 times to push my reservation and they were more than happy to do it. When we got there, we were seated and idk the guy was not that nice at first, but after that he was nice. The only thing tho is at no point did he check on us and see how we were doing. Food: Food was good but if you are looking for huge proportion, this is not the place for you because the proportion are not big at all. Drink: We had a peach bellini pitcher. It was good. Good amount of champagne. Coming back or nah? Idk tbh read more
I came here a few weeks ago with some friends visiting the city. We got a reservation for 5 people at 8:45pm. The rooftop is located within the AC hotel. There is an indoor space as well an outdoor space with lounge chairs and tables. The outdoor lounge is a nice place to hang out and catch up. The view itself is not great since it is obstructed by other neighboring skyscraper, but it's still a nice vibe. The cocktail drinks were exceptional to say. I had 'Something in the Air' and 'Smooth Talker'. Highly recommend the 'Something in the Air'! While the drinks were fantastic and the vibes were great, the service however does not meet up to par. Since I came a bit earlier than my group, I was able to grab a few drinks at the bar before moving to the table. However when we moved to the table with our group, no one came to take our orders after dropping off the drink menu for a good 10-15 minutes. Noted it was a bit busy for a summer Monday evening, still some level of attention would have suffice. At the end of the evening, our server was doing last call and asked if we were good on our drinks and if we wanted anything else. We told him, "Nope, we're good for now, thanks." He later then returned with another drink even though we had not ask for one. We told him that we didn't order it and he seemed puzzled on the situation. Eventually he ended up just leaving the drink with us. We didn't end up finishing the drink and of course it was added onto the final bill. Drinks alone definitely 5/5, but the service unfortunately was very lackluster. read more
1 year ago
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260 W 40th St
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What foods to they have that's good, all I see is everyone talking about drinks?
Flat bread
Is the outdoor area heated during the winter?
Hello, Thank you for your question. Our patio does have heaters.…
Do they play music here and if so what kind?
While I was here, no indoor seating was allowed, and I don't recall hearing any music outside.
Whats the happy hour like (price wise)?
Unfortunately, there's no happy hour. Regular priced item ranging from $14 to $18 beverages. Great views though!
Can't see prices for the cocktails? How much are they priced at? And do they take reservations?
Cocktails there can be around $14-$20 depending on what you get and yes, they do take reservations.
Is it only 21+ at night or can a 20 year old come in? We really want to experience a rooftop restaurant at night!
When I arrived, they checked IDs, but it was a Friday night, so maybe it's more loose during the week
Is there happy hour on the weekend? If so, what time?
If it rains, does anyone know what happens to an outdoor seating reservation?
Do you need an ID to get in?
No ID is needed to get into the bar, however, an ID is needed to order alcoholic beverages.
Hi I'm visiting from Europe I'm 19 would I be able to get in?
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