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A little hidden, but a gem when you find it. No need to pay to visit an observation deck, when you can grab a drink here and wander their 360 wrap around balcony. Great views of lower Manhattan. You'll enter a building (might be residential) and follow the signs for Overstory. The attendant will ask for your credit card to keep a tab and then guide you to the elevator taking you up 60+ stories. I got off and realized I was at 'Saga' - the fine dining restaurant. They were closed that day, but looked lovely. Head up to the very top and there is another narrow stairwell to climb. There you will enter a classy bar. You may choose to enjoy a drink inside or take it outside to the roof deck. They have a bar outside where you may place an order too, but I found it easier to order inside. I ordered the Hojicha Tonic (no buzz) upon suggestion from the bartender who said it was good and pretty too. ($16). Sadly, I didn't enjoy the drink. There is a huge long piece of ice in it. So, not much drink in the cup. Also, looked quite basic. No extra frill. I took one sip and felt like my heart was racing so fast. I quickly had some water and hoped this feeling would pass. I was nervous to drink more. I mostly had water and slowly sipped this drink once I felt a little better. I never finished it. The cocktails are pricey $25-32. They also serve pricey little bites too. When you are ready to leave, the process to pay is seamless since they already have your credit card on file for the tab. Just verify charges and you're on your way! Venture outside for the views. It is beautiful. Unfortunately extremely windy the day I went. It was a lot to balance a drink, flying hair, and take photos of a view. Also, you are pretty high up so careful after a few drinks lol I'm sure this would be amazing at sunset, but not sure how hard it may be to get in. At 5pm there were just a few of us, but after 6:30 it started to get very busy. I'd much rather enjoy the views when it's not super crowded. It can be hard to walk around the circular deck with too many people. Regardless, if you want to bring visitors here it is a good option to see the views and have a drink/snack. Just be aware there are stairs to climb and if you are sensitive to heights.... Staff was nice.
We stopped by for drinks after dinner at Crown Shy downstairs and we were able to put ourselves on the waitlist for Overstory while we ate. They staff did their best to time it well so that we could go up to the rooftop bar after dinner and we only waited about 5 min or so. First of all, the interior is gorgeous - art deco style with disco lights throughout, it gives a really nice classy but still fun vibe. Of course, the outside patio is super nice with a good night view of the city. We didn't spend that much time outside as it was fairly cold but I can see why this spot is so well-rated. The drinks at Overstory were a bit of a letdown though. I got the Salty Dog which was frankly just salty and pretty one note. I also tried Easy Money and In The Clouds (which was my favorite) but for the price I would expect the drinks to be a bit more inventive or bold flavorwise.
Top notch top notch top notch! Insane views and insane drinks! We went for a special pop up event where some mixologists from Singapore's Nutmeg & Clove were guess spotting. Service was on point for how insane it was in there. Everyone was super friendly and accommodating. The little bites from the food menu were good too. I'd just go for the drinks though. I honestly liked the ones from their menu more than the pop up. Well worth the price!
We had just finished dining at Crown Shy, also at 70 Pine Street, but we were not ready to end the night. A passerbyer suggested we visit Overstory, in the same building, and wow, what an experience. There's not too many places you can get an aerial view of the city, especially lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, without it being inundated with tourists... but this is one of those spots. Before entering, you do have to put a card on file with the concierge and there's a one-drink minimum. But after that, they escort you on to the elevator and you enter a funky oasis that is one of a kind. The bar is very reminiscent of the 70s, with a half round bar and stools but there's additional seating both in and outside. When you're outside, and hopefully you'll get there on a nice night like we did, you'll get to see the city in all its glory. The cocktails are good, and reasonably priced, and the staff, in their crushed pink velvet jackets, are extremely nice, as well. Also, get the lobster roll. It's so good. I joked to my friend that this may be my new date night spot. That is if I could ever get a date. Ha.
good albeit overpriced cocktail. excellent focaccia randomly. you are paying more for the rooftop bar experience and excellent service. great alternative to taking out of towners to empire state or one world. unique experience. expensive tho - $30+ per cocktail.
Overall, you can't go wrong with any of their drinks. Really the view and ambiance is what you're really here for and the drinks are the icing on top. We made reservations much in advance Outside you have a 360 view of the city and you're up on the 64th floor. Location is a little confusing at first. You need to enter the building and find signs that take you to the elevator lobby. Once they escort you up, you walk through the 360 view Michelin restaurant, then go up a short flight of stairs to get to Overstory Maravilla: not too sweet and smooth In the clouds In the clouds: comes with a yummy white chocolate to drink with. Light carbonation mix made me feel like I was on a cloud for sure SDG made mezcal taste good to me and I'm not a fan of mezcal. Drink reminded me of honey bbq but pleasant Pink tuxedo was pleasant and spirit forward but wasn't my favorite. Service was fine, I'd sit at the bar next time! Btw they have the best spelling bathroom of all time
Walked in at 6:45 PM on a Friday and there was no wait. Definitely worth going before sundown, because duh, the sunset. Cold Snap cocktail was merely good, but the Salty Dog was excellent. Drinks are a 4; views bring it to a 5. The photos say it all.
First, I can't believe I never knew this place existed before this. My friends were walking around the financial district and wanted to check out this rooftop bar. We were a party of eight with no reservations. The staff at the front desk asked us to put a deposit down for a one drink minimum per person which was not bad. We went on the elevator and were guided upstairs. As you exit the elevator and walk onto the rooftop you get a wonderful view of the whole city. We could see all of downtown and Brooklyn. It was amazing. You instantly feel that you are all the way up to the 64th floor. If you are afraid of heights this might not be the best place for you. The drinks here were $30 each. That is crazy high for a drink but you are paying for the location and the view. The staff took a long time to bring over the drinks. When they finally came by we were disappointed. It was a very light watered down drink with a large ice cube in the middle. You didn't even feel anything after finishing it. For $30 I wanted to be at least buzzed after. It was our first time here so I can't compare it to anything else. The staff said at night it does get more exciting. I would probably come back here if they did not require a minimum and had much stronger drinks. The only great part of this location was the view. Everything else was just okay.
It will be expensive. It will be crowded. But it will be magical! The combination of the extraordinary views, the art deco motif, the delicious food, and the attentive service makes this place a winner all Around. Of course, make reservations at least a few days in advance or expect to wait upwards of 60 minutes for an opening when you arrive. The lobby of the building harkens back to the swinging 1920's and has a very Great Gatsby feeling. Worth a few pics before you ascend to the roof! Once at the roof, look for the side facing the Brooklyn bridge which offers the best views and some shade during the afternoon! For food, we highly recommend the chicken and biscuits. It's just Whoa. And the grilled cheese was next level, very savory and nuanced!
No complaints. We came around 5:30 and there was no wait. You're brought up by the staff in the elevator. The view is amazing and probably even better if you can catch the sunset and into the night. The drinks were delicious and perfectly sweetened. We got a few light bites and they were fun and tasty. The taquitos were crispy and just fun casual contrast to the atmosphere. My drink had an oishii strawberry and it was so good. Would come back for that drink!
Date: Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 Time: 5:15pm Party of: 4 Reservation Made: via Resy a few days prior Deposit: INDOOR SEATING ($75) x4 *Duck Taquitos ($25) *Popcorn ($9) *Easy Money ($26) x2 *Hojicha Tonic ($16) *Pink Tuxedo ($25) *In The Clouds ($27) *Terroir Old Fashioned ($27) *Maravilla ($30) *New York, New York ($26) *Uni Toast ($50) *Dips ($18) I've always wanted to go to Overstory. Any time we were in NYC, we were not really in the area, so it was harder to plan and coordinate. This time, we were going to be around here anyways, so I made a rezzie. You have to spend a min of $75 each when booking a table which they charge when you made the reservation. Understandable as this spot is tiny. They need to guarantee themselves the amount per head. Cocktails were as expected. Fun and pricey. I wanted something light, so got the pink tuxedo to start. I kinda wished it were fizzy, but otherwise, it was a good first drink. My follow up was the new york, new york. I wasn't sure how I felt about the description - whiskey, vermouth, red wine, peppercorn, smoked tea, but it was okay. Red wine might not a thing I like in my whisky cocktails. So the reason to come here? The views of course! It was a windy day so rather chilly outside, but you have to go and get your photo ops. So pretty! Great experience. Glad I was able to go. REVIEW #3766
I think this place has great vibes, great drinks and great service. I've been here twice and my only issue is that we were gifted a gift card for Overstory and with their minimum spend, we aren't allowed to use the gift card unless we're over whatever the minimum is. So since we were gifted $50, when we spent $400 on our party of four, none of the spend was eligible for usage with a gift card. I think this policy is a bit ridiculous since the gift card is essentially cash so the minimum shouldn't even apply.
Overstory. I love great cocktails. The problem is, they are hard to find. There are only a handful of bars in the U.S. that I consider true happy places--bars I have to visit whenever I am in that city because they transport me somewhere else entirely. Overstory is not just on that list. It is at the top of it, and at the moment, it is my favorite bar I have ever been to. It tops plenty of other lists, too. As of this review, Overstory sits at No. 6 on North America's 50 Best Bars and No. 46 on The World's 50 Best Bars. Honestly, I think it deserves to be much higher on both, but forget the rankings. Let's talk about the bar. The space | Overstory pairs one of the best views in all of New York with a bar program that fully earns the altitude. You enter by taking the long elevator ride up to Saga, the two-Michelin-star restaurant on the floor below, then walk up a curved stairwell to the penthouse level. Crown Shy, its sister restaurant, sits on the ground floor. All three operate under the same ownership, and the whole experience feels polished and intentional from the start when you check in at 70 Pine Street in FiDi. The room itself is gorgeous. Overstory is dimly lit, with a disco ball overhead casting spinning points of light across the space as it turns. The interior is sumptuous and rich, with elegant Art Deco style, a beautiful illuminated main bar, and small intimate tables tucked along the curved back wall. Even the playlist is dialed in just right--modern and energizing, but never intrusive. It is the kind of place that somehow makes everyone in the room feel like a VIP. The drinks | Overstory is not the kind of bar where they just mix ingredients and slide a cocktail across the counter. The team behind the bar--including brilliant mixologists like Atticus and Alisa--are among the best in the country: highly skilled, polished, personable, and real showmen. The menu is deeply developed, with many drinks built from components that take days or even weeks to prepare. A lot of the cocktails are prebatched, not for convenience, but to create layers of flavor, texture, and clarity that would be impossible otherwise. The result is a menu of inventive, meticulously balanced cocktails that feel unlike anything else, often finished with high-end garnishes that actually add something to the drink. A great example is the Easy Money (vodka, coconut, yuzu, lime leaf, soda), a bright, refreshing sparkling cocktail topped with Japanese kinome (not easy to find)--a delicate garnish from the sansho plant that, when chewed, lightly numbs your cheeks and tongue and sends a little electric tingle through your mouth. It is a perfect match for its paired forced-carbonation cocktail. And then there is the Terroir Old Fashioned. I am not traditionally an Old Fashioned person at all, but this is the drink that made me first fall in love with Overstory, changed my mind about the potential of the format, and remains one of my favorite cocktails of all time for good reason. Built with tequila instead of whiskey, then layered with palo santo, Vin Jaune, yellow Chartreuse, and Tilden Salt harvested by the bar team from Fort Tilden in Queens, it is inventive, precise, and unforgettable. It is served with a piece of real honeycomb that you can either let dissolve into the drink for added sweetness or just eat outright. I cannot recommend this cocktail bar enough. It is exactly what I want in a high-end world class bar, and I will make a reservation every time I am in New York for a reason. I love it. I applaud the brilliant work they are doing. Ten out of ten. https://www.instagram.com/overstory For more cocktail bar reviews and photos, follow me on Instagram at @bathboy.drinks: https://www.instagram.com/bathboy.drinks
I wasn't sure about coming here because I assumed it would be too crowded and too much of a self-important vibe. It was on the "maybe" list for our trip to New York. But when we walked right past it on our way to the train on our first night, it felt meant to be. Perfect experience in every way. The entry process is efficient and helpful with staff in the lobby to organize thing and prevent overcrowding. After the ride up to 63rd floor restaurant level, we were welcomed and escorted another flight up to the bar. Small, elegant, moderately quiet on a Tuesday around 7pm. Bartenders were professional and unpretentious. This is a stellar beverage program with some of the best bartenders you'll ever encounter. Get the cocktail. Chill at the bar. Then amble out to the terrace for the most spectacular 360 view of the city you could possibly hope for. Yes the cocktails are $$$. But you know what costs more? A ticket for Top of the Rock where you deal with lines, crowds, unruly children, and no one gives you a cocktail. No contest. Come here for your iconic Manhattan views. read more
1 month ago
The view here is unreal! We had dined at crown shy and had some time to kill before our next plan. We noticed overstory in the same building up on the 64th floor so we tried for a walk in spot for 2 people. This was on a Tuesday night. They were able to take us right away. It's a wrap around view and I could have stood there for hours. There are some standing tables and a few seats that seemed like first come first serve. There's proper seating inside as well which I believe were for reservations. I had a Hugo spritz which was pretty good. Drinks are around $20. read more
My boyfriend surprised me with a stop here for my birthday celebration in NYC. We didn't have a reservation so we made sure to arrive promptly at 4pm when the rooftop opened. We were escorted to the 64th floor not long after. When we stepped outside, we were greeted by incredible views of lower Manhattan. We walked around the observation deck to take in some of the other vantage points. We ordered some drinks before heading to our dinner reservation. I ordered the "Easy Money" which was Vodka, Coconut, Yuzu, Lime Leaf, and Soda. I also ordered the "Cold Snap" which contained Gin, Dry Vermouth, Snap Pea, Peach, and Plum. Both cocktails were excellent. It was truly a magical experience and a must visit if you are in the area. I will definitely be back! Easy Money: 5/5 Cold Snap: 5/5 read more
A little hidden, but a gem when you find it. No need to pay to visit an observation deck, when you can grab a drink here and wander their 360 wrap around balcony. Great views of lower Manhattan. You'll enter a building (might be residential) and follow the signs for Overstory. The attendant will ask for your credit card to keep a tab and then guide you to the elevator taking you up 60+ stories. I got off and realized I was at 'Saga' - the fine dining restaurant. They were closed that day, but looked lovely. Head up to the very top and there is another narrow stairwell to climb. There you will enter a classy bar. You may choose to enjoy a drink inside or take it outside to the roof deck. They have a bar outside where you may place an order too, but I found it easier to order inside. I ordered the Hojicha Tonic (no buzz) upon suggestion from the bartender who said it was good and pretty too. ($16). Sadly, I didn't enjoy the drink. There is a huge long piece of ice in it. So, not much drink in the cup. Also, looked quite basic. No extra frill. I took one sip and felt like my heart was racing so fast. I quickly had some water and hoped this feeling would pass. I was nervous to drink more. I mostly had water and slowly sipped this drink once I felt a little better. I never finished it. The cocktails are pricey $25-32. They also serve pricey little bites too. When you are ready to leave, the process to pay is seamless since they already have your credit card on file for the tab. Just verify charges and you're on your way! Venture outside for the views. It is beautiful. Unfortunately extremely windy the day I went. It was a lot to balance a drink, flying hair, and take photos of a view. Also, you are pretty high up so careful after a few drinks lol I'm sure this would be amazing at sunset, but not sure how hard it may be to get in. At 5pm there were just a few of us, but after 6:30 it started to get very busy. I'd much rather enjoy the views when it's not super crowded. It can be hard to walk around the circular deck with too many people. Regardless, if you want to bring visitors here it is a good option to see the views and have a drink/snack. Just be aware there are stairs to climb and if you are sensitive to heights.... Staff was nice. read more
We stopped by for drinks after dinner at Crown Shy downstairs and we were able to put ourselves on the waitlist for Overstory while we ate. They staff did their best to time it well so that we could go up to the rooftop bar after dinner and we only waited about 5 min or so. First of all, the interior is gorgeous - art deco style with disco lights throughout, it gives a really nice classy but still fun vibe. Of course, the outside patio is super nice with a good night view of the city. We didn't spend that much time outside as it was fairly cold but I can see why this spot is so well-rated. The drinks at Overstory were a bit of a letdown though. I got the Salty Dog which was frankly just salty and pretty one note. I also tried Easy Money and In The Clouds (which was my favorite) but for the price I would expect the drinks to be a bit more inventive or bold flavorwise. read more
Top notch top notch top notch! Insane views and insane drinks! We went for a special pop up event where some mixologists from Singapore's Nutmeg & Clove were guess spotting. Service was on point for how insane it was in there. Everyone was super friendly and accommodating. The little bites from the food menu were good too. I'd just go for the drinks though. I honestly liked the ones from their menu more than the pop up. Well worth the price! read more
4 months ago
We had just finished dining at Crown Shy, also at 70 Pine Street, but we were not ready to end the night. A passerbyer suggested we visit Overstory, in the same building, and wow, what an experience. There's not too many places you can get an aerial view of the city, especially lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, without it being inundated with tourists... but this is one of those spots. Before entering, you do have to put a card on file with the concierge and there's a one-drink minimum. But after that, they escort you on to the elevator and you enter a funky oasis that is one of a kind. The bar is very reminiscent of the 70s, with a half round bar and stools but there's additional seating both in and outside. When you're outside, and hopefully you'll get there on a nice night like we did, you'll get to see the city in all its glory. The cocktails are good, and reasonably priced, and the staff, in their crushed pink velvet jackets, are extremely nice, as well. Also, get the lobster roll. It's so good. I joked to my friend that this may be my new date night spot. That is if I could ever get a date. Ha. read more
good albeit overpriced cocktail. excellent focaccia randomly. you are paying more for the rooftop bar experience and excellent service. great alternative to taking out of towners to empire state or one world. unique experience. expensive tho - $30+ per cocktail. read more
Overall, you can't go wrong with any of their drinks. Really the view and ambiance is what you're really here for and the drinks are the icing on top. We made reservations much in advance Outside you have a 360 view of the city and you're up on the 64th floor. Location is a little confusing at first. You need to enter the building and find signs that take you to the elevator lobby. Once they escort you up, you walk through the 360 view Michelin restaurant, then go up a short flight of stairs to get to Overstory Maravilla: not too sweet and smooth In the clouds In the clouds: comes with a yummy white chocolate to drink with. Light carbonation mix made me feel like I was on a cloud for sure SDG made mezcal taste good to me and I'm not a fan of mezcal. Drink reminded me of honey bbq but pleasant Pink tuxedo was pleasant and spirit forward but wasn't my favorite. Service was fine, I'd sit at the bar next time! Btw they have the best spelling bathroom of all time read more
Walked in at 6:45 PM on a Friday and there was no wait. Definitely worth going before sundown, because duh, the sunset. Cold Snap cocktail was merely good, but the Salty Dog was excellent. Drinks are a 4; views bring it to a 5. The photos say it all. read more
First, I can't believe I never knew this place existed before this. My friends were walking around the financial district and wanted to check out this rooftop bar. We were a party of eight with no reservations. The staff at the front desk asked us to put a deposit down for a one drink minimum per person which was not bad. We went on the elevator and were guided upstairs. As you exit the elevator and walk onto the rooftop you get a wonderful view of the whole city. We could see all of downtown and Brooklyn. It was amazing. You instantly feel that you are all the way up to the 64th floor. If you are afraid of heights this might not be the best place for you. The drinks here were $30 each. That is crazy high for a drink but you are paying for the location and the view. The staff took a long time to bring over the drinks. When they finally came by we were disappointed. It was a very light watered down drink with a large ice cube in the middle. You didn't even feel anything after finishing it. For $30 I wanted to be at least buzzed after. It was our first time here so I can't compare it to anything else. The staff said at night it does get more exciting. I would probably come back here if they did not require a minimum and had much stronger drinks. The only great part of this location was the view. Everything else was just okay. read more
1 year ago
It will be expensive. It will be crowded. But it will be magical! The combination of the extraordinary views, the art deco motif, the delicious food, and the attentive service makes this place a winner all Around. Of course, make reservations at least a few days in advance or expect to wait upwards of 60 minutes for an opening when you arrive. The lobby of the building harkens back to the swinging 1920's and has a very Great Gatsby feeling. Worth a few pics before you ascend to the roof! Once at the roof, look for the side facing the Brooklyn bridge which offers the best views and some shade during the afternoon! For food, we highly recommend the chicken and biscuits. It's just Whoa. And the grilled cheese was next level, very savory and nuanced! read more
No complaints. We came around 5:30 and there was no wait. You're brought up by the staff in the elevator. The view is amazing and probably even better if you can catch the sunset and into the night. The drinks were delicious and perfectly sweetened. We got a few light bites and they were fun and tasty. The taquitos were crispy and just fun casual contrast to the atmosphere. My drink had an oishii strawberry and it was so good. Would come back for that drink! read more
Date: Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 Time: 5:15pm Party of: 4 Reservation Made: via Resy a few days prior Deposit: INDOOR SEATING ($75) x4 *Duck Taquitos ($25) *Popcorn ($9) *Easy Money ($26) x2 *Hojicha Tonic ($16) *Pink Tuxedo ($25) *In The Clouds ($27) *Terroir Old Fashioned ($27) *Maravilla ($30) *New York, New York ($26) *Uni Toast ($50) *Dips ($18) I've always wanted to go to Overstory. Any time we were in NYC, we were not really in the area, so it was harder to plan and coordinate. This time, we were going to be around here anyways, so I made a rezzie. You have to spend a min of $75 each when booking a table which they charge when you made the reservation. Understandable as this spot is tiny. They need to guarantee themselves the amount per head. Cocktails were as expected. Fun and pricey. I wanted something light, so got the pink tuxedo to start. I kinda wished it were fizzy, but otherwise, it was a good first drink. My follow up was the new york, new york. I wasn't sure how I felt about the description - whiskey, vermouth, red wine, peppercorn, smoked tea, but it was okay. Red wine might not a thing I like in my whisky cocktails. So the reason to come here? The views of course! It was a windy day so rather chilly outside, but you have to go and get your photo ops. So pretty! Great experience. Glad I was able to go. REVIEW #3766 read more
I think this place has great vibes, great drinks and great service. I've been here twice and my only issue is that we were gifted a gift card for Overstory and with their minimum spend, we aren't allowed to use the gift card unless we're over whatever the minimum is. So since we were gifted $50, when we spent $400 on our party of four, none of the spend was eligible for usage with a gift card. I think this policy is a bit ridiculous since the gift card is essentially cash so the minimum shouldn't even apply. read more
7 months ago
Overstory. I love great cocktails. The problem is, they are hard to find. There are only a handful of bars in the U.S. that I consider true happy places--bars I have to visit whenever I am in that city because they transport me somewhere else entirely. Overstory is not just on that list. It is at the top of it, and at the moment, it is my favorite bar I have ever been to. It tops plenty of other lists, too. As of this review, Overstory sits at No. 6 on North America's 50 Best Bars and No. 46 on The World's 50 Best Bars. Honestly, I think it deserves to be much higher on both, but forget the rankings. Let's talk about the bar. The space | Overstory pairs one of the best views in all of New York with a bar program that fully earns the altitude. You enter by taking the long elevator ride up to Saga, the two-Michelin-star restaurant on the floor below, then walk up a curved stairwell to the penthouse level. Crown Shy, its sister restaurant, sits on the ground floor. All three operate under the same ownership, and the whole experience feels polished and intentional from the start when you check in at 70 Pine Street in FiDi. The room itself is gorgeous. Overstory is dimly lit, with a disco ball overhead casting spinning points of light across the space as it turns. The interior is sumptuous and rich, with elegant Art Deco style, a beautiful illuminated main bar, and small intimate tables tucked along the curved back wall. Even the playlist is dialed in just right--modern and energizing, but never intrusive. It is the kind of place that somehow makes everyone in the room feel like a VIP. The drinks | Overstory is not the kind of bar where they just mix ingredients and slide a cocktail across the counter. The team behind the bar--including brilliant mixologists like Atticus and Alisa--are among the best in the country: highly skilled, polished, personable, and real showmen. The menu is deeply developed, with many drinks built from components that take days or even weeks to prepare. A lot of the cocktails are prebatched, not for convenience, but to create layers of flavor, texture, and clarity that would be impossible otherwise. The result is a menu of inventive, meticulously balanced cocktails that feel unlike anything else, often finished with high-end garnishes that actually add something to the drink. A great example is the Easy Money (vodka, coconut, yuzu, lime leaf, soda), a bright, refreshing sparkling cocktail topped with Japanese kinome (not easy to find)--a delicate garnish from the sansho plant that, when chewed, lightly numbs your cheeks and tongue and sends a little electric tingle through your mouth. It is a perfect match for its paired forced-carbonation cocktail. And then there is the Terroir Old Fashioned. I am not traditionally an Old Fashioned person at all, but this is the drink that made me first fall in love with Overstory, changed my mind about the potential of the format, and remains one of my favorite cocktails of all time for good reason. Built with tequila instead of whiskey, then layered with palo santo, Vin Jaune, yellow Chartreuse, and Tilden Salt harvested by the bar team from Fort Tilden in Queens, it is inventive, precise, and unforgettable. It is served with a piece of real honeycomb that you can either let dissolve into the drink for added sweetness or just eat outright. I cannot recommend this cocktail bar enough. It is exactly what I want in a high-end world class bar, and I will make a reservation every time I am in New York for a reason. I love it. I applaud the brilliant work they are doing. Ten out of ten. https://www.instagram.com/overstory For more cocktail bar reviews and photos, follow me on Instagram at @bathboy.drinks: https://www.instagram.com/bathboy.drinks read more
8 months ago
Probably the best view of all New York. Would go for a drink just for the view. They have an amazing restaurant on the second floor which was closed when I went. Got there around 1030'pm thinking I would get right in but didn't make it in until 1230. Make sure you put your name in the list and grab a drink elsewhere while you wait. They have bites and drinks. We had 3 differed drinks and they were all delicious my favorite was jasmine sour as a non alcoholic and easy money for alcoholic. All drinks are between $12-$26. Servers were very kind but the service was very slow. read more
1 year ago
Our party of 3 was able to get in with no wait around 11. Each guest was required to get a drink per bar rules. Views from the rooftop and cocktails were all great! I can't remember the name of the cocktail I got but it was gorgeous in a pretty red glass with a little white chocolate on top to nibble as I drank. The bartenders were funny and our popcorn was great to snack on while we chatted. read more
Drinks are a tad overpriced but they're made well and are good. The views at the top are amazing so I can see them upcharging on the drinks a bit for you to get that level of 360 view. Ordered 4 drinks and it was about 30-35 a drink pretty much. No complaints on each drink I tried other than the hefty price. Would definitely make a resy before coming however as the wait was about a hr at 11pm. The bar is pretty small so if you want a table it could be a long wait. read more
The views are amazing!! Had no reservations but decided to try them on a Friday night after dining at crown shy. They had some space and we were allowed to go up. From the moment you exit the elevator on the 63rd floor you are greeted by someone who takes you to your table. The 63rd floor is for dining and 64th is for drinks only. The space is intimate and the drinks are artisanal but the views is what we really look at. You can see the whole of Brooklyn, Manhattan and queens. It's abut scary for me but you'll never get those views any where else. read more
Three-star pricing, four-star drinks, and five-star views. I'll fully admit that I don't understand the hype that's landed Overstory on so many "best of" bar lists. Don't get me wrong, I think it's solid; I can just rattle off a whole list of other cocktail lounges I'd rather revisit before prioritizing a return trip here. $70 for two good-but-not-great cocktails still feels awfully steep. Note, that's for open seating (which seems to mean outdoor seating or indoor standing room). As I understand, reserved table seating requires a $75 minimum spend per head. On the upside, it seems like you can achieve this with a mere two drinks, assuming tax and tip are included. They also offer some light bites (which we didn't try), so you can probably get away with a cocktail and a snack to hit that threshold. Also, my experience is likely colored by the fact that we visited during an historically cold May in NYC. It was so chilly and blustery that--even with a jacket on--it was unpleasant to be out on the wraparound deck for long. On a balmier evening, I could imagine soaking in the balmy breeze for a lazy, lengthy hangout while enjoying the spectacular vantages. read more
Overstory is a solid cocktail bar, but probably won't wildly exceed your expectations. The bar is pretty small with a handful of seats. There's an outdoor bar with sanding tables but it was closed when I visited on a bad weather night. I was a party of one and had to wait 15 minutes to get in, though they originally quoted me 30 min. I highly recommend a reservation - however a reservation carries a $75 or $100 (can't remember) per person minimum which is honestly outrageous. Note that entrance to the bar requires a set of stairs. You take the elevator to the 63 floor (it opens into Saga restaurant) then you turn a corner and head up a flight of stairs to a Overstory. I sat at the end of the bar. The bartender was so nice! I had the In the Cloud drink which was so good, served with candy in a cloud glass. Plus a branded overstory ice cube. The bartender had made an extra drink for someone who didn't want it, so he then passed along an Easy Money to me. It was very refreshing, basically a vodka soda with yuzu. I had a bowl of the popcorn which was a bit spicy. The ambience was fun, with a spinning disco ball on the ceiling. There's bathrooms upstairs and they smell amazing thanks to the candles. I recommend going to Overstory as a walk in for a drink or two. They are pretty pricey (over $20) but it's worth going up for one drink and a nice view. I don't recommend making a reservation and being forced to spend $75/$100 however. It's not worth it. read more
Ambiance, service and cocktails 10/10/10. I ordered I think it was the SDG. Tasted like a mango mezcal margarita. Absolutely delicious and tasted and looked just like a speak easy cocktail. The cocktails are crafted very sophisticatedly. The views from outside are spectacular. Unfortunately, there's a discreet speak easy vibe inside so you can barely see the view. Why would they not have floor to ceiling windows is the question? That makes this a great summer spot cause in the winter it's too cold to go outside. I didn't try the food. Not aware of them having a happy hour but i do believe there's a two drink minimum so youre PAYING for the view. read more
If you're looking for that quintessential NYC rooftop experience, Overstory delivers -- especially if you're after skyline views and a dazzling shot of the Brooklyn Bridge at night. The 360° panoramic views are the real star here. It's an intimate, upscale spot on the 64th floor with major disco-chic vibes inside and open-air standing room outside during the warmer months. We were walk-ins on a random Monday night and still had to wait 30 minutes to get up, so I highly recommend making a reservation. Seating is very limited, and once you're up there, it's clear why. It's small, exclusive, and designed to feel like a polished hidden gem -- which it is. We tried the In the Clouds (whiskey, Earl Grey, vanilla, and champagne) and the Hojicha Tonic (non-alcoholic with roasted green tea and tonic). Both were good, not groundbreaking, but thoughtfully crafted. And yes, they come with the iconic Overstory-stamped ice cube, which is a fun little flex. Overall, this is a perfect date night or special occasion spot when you want to impress with views and vibes. Just go for the ambiance -- and that unforgettable cityscape. read more
Tucked away in FiDi, Overstory is the ultimate rooftop bar. You go there for the terrace views but the rest of the experience is just a cherry on top. They've got great cocktails, a small intimate seating area and some nice one-biters to keep you hanging in there for a while. To keep our drinks company, we ordered their seasoned nuts plate and whatever cheese dust or seasoning they have added on, only two words - dangerously good! A few too many sips and a hazy memory later, I cannot tell you what else we ordered other than how great the experience was. Went there on my birthday so they were also kind enough to get me a teeny tiny cupcake with a candle on. I went there at sunset and left when it was dark and with the views from the terrace, I felt on top of the world. If you do have room for a meal after, I recommend checking out Crown Shy on the ground floor. They have one of the best chicken dishes in town and an unforgettable complimentary bread service. read more
This was the best rooftop bar I've ever been to. The drinks were super good and the views were unbeatable. The easy money drink was my favorite. The New York New York was good but the easy money was by far my favorite. Would highly recommend this bar. read more
10 months ago
Gorgeous bar with a wraparound terrace near top floor of FiDi high rise. The bar had a balance between club, intimate and casual vibes. Bartenders were immediately attentive and considerate to all the diners. I came after dinner at Saga and if you let staff at Saga know, they will give Overstory a heads up to ensure you can go up easily. Otherwise I believe it's walk in from the ground floor or reservation. They have a bar top and private tables. The cocktails themselves were fine! The main draw is the ambiance - views, vibes, and people, everyone eats just having a great time. Perfect stop for a nice drink and hang out on the terrace for whatever reason - anniversary, birthday, date, celebration, etc. read more
1 year ago
What an incredible evening at Overstory! especially for their special collaboration with Din Tai Fung! The experience was nothing short of magical, from the breathtaking city views to the creative cocktails to pair with crafted bites. Each pairing was thoughtfully designed: the cucumber salad with Jasmine Tea Paloma was refreshing and light, while the chicken dumplings paired with the Szechuan Sour were absolute perfection. The chocolate buns were a fun and delicious surprise to end the night; soft, rich, and indulgent. Overstory's cocktails are always exceptional, and this collaboration elevated the experience even further. The team was attentive, friendly, and made the evening feel truly special. A perfect blend of fine mixology, warm hospitality, and signature Din Tai Fung comfort! all set against one of the most stunning views in New York City. I hope they are going to do more of this collaboration again! read more
The outdoor area is unmatched on a beautiful evening. The staff are friendly and nice. The drinks are amazing. The small bits from the Saga kitchen are delicious. A little higher priced because you're obviously paying for the top floor environment. read more
3 months ago
Favorite bar in New York so far and one of the best I've been to in the world! We sat on the roof terrace at first for sunset before moving inside, and the views were stunning. For a date night, this is definitely the place to impress. It's so surreal and romantic and the ambiance felt like understated luxury/truly semi-exclusive. If you go, definitely try the peppermint cocktail! read more
3 months ago
This rooftop bar in FiDi has an amazing view of all view boroughs of Manhattan. Both times I went, there was a wait but it wasn't too bad. The inside portion of the bar is a bit small and it is first-come-first-serve. So, if it's a busy night then you might not be able to grab a table (especially if you're in a group bigger than two people). Drinks here are good, and service is also solid. read more
This spot has been on my list for awhile now and I decided to do a solo date. It's walk-in only unless you're a party of four & more you must make a reservation. Once you get up there, it's a wraparound view of the city first looking at Brooklyn then New Jersey and uptown. They have full menu of drinks, nonalcoholic drinks and snacks. There is a one drink minimum per person. This is definitely a spot for the Instagram or visiting people. read more
The woman at the front did not give a great first impression of the place, but once we put down our name, waited an hour and got in, it turned around. The bar has the most incredible view of the city and an amazing vibe inside -- it's super small and intimate, which makes it seem more cosy. The drinks were some of the best drinks I've ever had, and the bartenders really know what they're doing. There were some very cool inventive flavours and I can't wait to go back and try more of their drinks. read more
made a reservation to visit this rooftop on the eve of my friends birthday as we were dining at the restaurant within the same building, upon arrival there was no available seating for me or my friends so we could not be served. the bar upstairs was also closed for some reason. there is hardly any seating up here as its a tight space but the views are quite nice. would return again and actually try to get seated to fully enjoy it. read more
Overstory is such an amazing cocktail bar. We went on a Sunday night and had a bit of a wait before we were guided up the elevator and to our seats at the half moon bar. There's not a lot of space inside but the outdoor sky deck wraps around and provides 360 views of the city. Absolutely gorgeous! It was pretty cold/windy the night were there so we stayed inside where it's cozy until it was time for to go. I ordered the Chai spot because it had all the makings of the perfect fall flavored beverage. It was perfection...it was super masculine in presentation it tasted like a warm hug with a little kick. Our bartender was amazing. So welcoming and friendly. I think his name was Charles but I may be wrong . read more
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