I came here for an early happy hour. It's on the rooftop of the Conrad Hotel, with a retractable roof that can open or close depending on the weather. The vibe leans Italian countryside, with soft folkloric music and a relaxed Mediterranean aesthetic. There are nice views of the Hudson and the Statue of Liberty, which definitely add to the atmosphere. The space itself isn't very large, mostly a mix of sofa-style seating, small round tables, and some bar seating. The rooftop opens at 3 pm, and it fills up quickly, so it's worth arriving early if you don't have a reservation. One downside is that there's only a single elevator to get up there, and we had to wait for it to be unlocked. There isn't a full food menu, just light snack bites, although they did bring out complimentary olives, which was a nice touch. Service was okay but a bit slow at times, even when it wasn't very busy. Overall, it's a charming spot with great views, but it felt a bit overrated given the hype. read more

Leonessa is a lovely small rooftop spot for cocktails and light bites, with olives and crackers offered in place of a full food menu. My friends and I went on a weeknight and had a great experience. Service was excellent and the cocktails were very good. A great spot for after work drinks if you're downtown. read more

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Solid view and event better drinks. And they give you some free snack foods with your first drink. Great vibes for the warmer days so def recommend especially if you are staying at the Conrad! read more

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The perfect sunset girls night! Came her to celebrate with friends and the couch seating made it this elevated rooftop feel relaxed. The drinks were each so different, which was needed for the group! Pro tip! Get the Leonessa Martini if you're in a martini mood but don't want a strong bite read more

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Went here for drinks and such good vibes and great quality cocktails. Service was great and great vibes for the summertime. Ordered cocktails/snack and really enjoyed the time there read more

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Cute rooftop bar located in The Conrad hotel. Parking in this area is a nightmare. Bartenders are very friendly and make great unique drinks. $24 per cocktail, complimentary olives and cheese crisp. No food available. Nice views but mostly obstructed, no outdoor area. I had the Sgroppino which was very refreshing and strong, topped with a tasty Belvedere foam. read more

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Me and my friends came here on a whim since we were in the area on a Saturday around 5pm, and looking for a fun spot for drinks. I remembered that I had this place bookmarked and wanted to check it out, since it was formerly the loopy doopy rooftop bar. We took the elevator up the 16th floor and were immediately greeted by the hostess. Unfortunately, all the tables in the shade were taken but there were several seats at the bar (and while it was hot there was a little bit of shade provided). The ambiance was lovely with lemons everywhere and it felt like you were transported to the Italian countryside. The drink menu is quite extensive and leans into spritz's and lots of fruit forward drinks. We ordered the La Bella Figura, the Isola Grande and the Lei Sai. Everything was delicious and well balanced. They do not have a food menu, but do provide complimentary olives and crackers which is a nice touch. If you're looking for a nice place to grab a drink and looking to be on a rooftop, I would recommend this spot. read more

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Came to Leonessa on a Friday night and the view was amazing. The server got mad at us for eating our own food that we brought earlier from dinner which I think is not fair at all if they don't serve food at all other than some complimentary bar crackers and olives. The drinks were pretty good though and really pretty. Service was okay. read more

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Leonessa is located at the Conrad, on the 16th floor. This rooftop bar is Italian-inspired, and it's great that it offers a weatherproof dining experience all year round! The menu offers various cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits - don't sleep on their little bites/shareables, such as the Parmesan twists and rosemary almonds! The space is beautiful, with comfortable seating! Service was friendly and welcoming. Reservations are recommended! +order shareables +make reservations +friendly staff +located at the Conrad read more

Meh, ultimately not worth the expense. Located at the top of the Conrad. You'll wait probably 5 minutes for one of the two elevators that go to the 16th floor to be available. If you don't have a reservation, you won't get a seat (this isn't totally true: we had a reservation for 915 and left at 10 and walked by a couple who rode the elevator with us up finally getting an impromptu seat). The vibe in my mind strikes Florida beach bar? Everyone that works there is dressed as a candy-striper and the drinks are served in beach-safe containers (plastic). The cocktail menu wasn't so interesting and is exorbitantly expensive (again served in plastic). But you're there for the view, which can be nice. The open air above is exquisite. But if you're looking for a picture along the river this is unfortunately obscured by the shrubbery planted along the railing before the edge that really does an injustice to the scenery. Ultimately, I think there are better options in the area. You'll physically see a nice view but beyond that not sure what the draw here specifically would be. read more

This cocktail bar is beautiful! It's on the 16th floor of the Conrad and when it's nice out they'll open up the roof. They gave us some hazelnuts for the table and it was delicious. The drinks were really good but definitely on the pricier side ($25+). The service was great but there was a moment where our glass broke randomly and they told us they'll comp us a drink. The check came and they didn't comp it but it was fixed right away once we told them. read more

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Tried to pop in yesterday for a drink and there were a ton of bar seats open but allegedly reserved for later reservations. Manager was not very kind and the spot was giving tourist and bridge to tunnel vibes over "we want locals to come back often". In theory this spot sounds cool but I fear it may be another tool bag rooftop. read more

Cool little spot to grab drinks on a hot day. I had a limonata and enjoyed great views of World Trade Center, Jersey city, uptown nyc Central Park tower. The crowd can be a little pretentious. The staff are cool though. I'd come back read more

Came here after the movies because it's nice out and who doesn't love a rooftop? Such a cute, enclosed space. Went non-alcoholic so I got a limonata. Nothing too crazy, just a canned Italian soda. No tables were available so I stood until a space at the bar was empty. Was pretty busy but staff was attentive. No food served here but they offer complimentary nuts and olives. read more

Drinks were just meh. We were extremely underwhelmed, " as in this is it?" for a rooftop. Views were nothing to talk about. There are a bunch of other better rooftops in the city worth checking out. read more

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We had an absolutely fabulous evening here. The drinks are delicious, balanced, and strong. The service is so attentive and kind. We loved the low lighting and the fact that it was warm on a chilly night where the temperature was "feels like 25°". Where they really shine is the trio of complementary snacks. A cheese, crisp, a bowl of olives, and a bowl of marinated almonds. We're staying at the Conrad and we absolutely loved this delicious and beautiful bar. read more

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We were able to find space on a busy Saturday afternoon to drop in for cocktails. Service was fantastic. No waiting for a bartender to notice you or get frustrated trying to get one's attention. They were all on point. We did not order food but they serve olives and roasted chickpeas which were delicious. Highly recommend. read more

Beautiful location, overlooking the Statue of Liberty. Went around 6pm, was able to catch the sunset behind all the buildings. The staff was so friendly and helpful with the drink suggestions, and gave some bar food options as well. No full food here, just daily bar snacks. Lovely experience, will be back next time I'm in nyc! read more

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Made a reservation for 8 for 3. They were unsure if they had available seating for a pre-made reservation. After being sat, we were given waters and not a single glance again. Decided to leave after 15 minutes of no interaction at the table, the gracious host asked if we wanted her to grab us a drink, we said no. A server came out behind us making comments about our ability to afford the expense of drinks after we politely said no to her. If you look like an average person, dont go here, theyll sneer down their nose at you and intentionally ignore serving you. read more

Great cocktails! It feels very European and it's got a great view of the Statue of Liberty

Avoid this place at all costs. I visited on a Sunday afternoon with a friend and ordered a Sicilian Limonata and an Amalfi Gimlet -- our total was $35.93 before tip. We paid the bill in full and left, never leaving the tab open. The next day, I was shocked to find two additional charges of $56.62 each on my credit card. I immediately reached out to the establishment via email, but never received a response. The lack of accountability and unprofessionalism is unacceptable. With shady billing practices and management that ignores customers, this place simply isn't worth your time or money. read more