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Empire Rooftop - Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel, New York, NY

Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel

4.4
4.4
936 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
The Empire Rooftop is located on the top floor of the iconic Empire Hotel and overlooks the Lincoln Center complex. With over 8000 square feet of interior and exterior space, The Empire Rooftop has a seasonal open-air East Terrace, a West Terrace with a retractable roof cover, an Interior Main Lounge, and a seasonal Sun Deck. Enjoy our Signature Empire Sunset Cocktail, a light bite from our appetizer menu, and take a photo in front of the iconic neon sign to complete your experience.

Guests of all ages (accompanied by a Parent) are welcome on the roof until 8PM, when those under 21 must vacate.

Visit our website at www.theempirerooftop.com for more information.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Lounge
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 2:00 pm–12:00 am Wed–Fri 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 265-2600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Private Dining: We are available for Private Events for up to 250 Guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Rooftop Lounge: Ideal for Corporate and Social Events such as Holiday Parties, Weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and Summer Outings.
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Square
  • Cross street
    63rd and Broadway
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Lincoln Center - 1 Train
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Gossip Girl Experience

    $50.00 per person

    Nov 30, 2024 - May 25, 2025
    Indulge in the glitz and glamour of Manhattan's elite with our exclusive Gossip Girl Experience. Join us for a day filled with enticing treats, chic cocktails, and photo-worthy moments. • 1 Gossip Girl Cocktail (or Mocktail) • Decadent Tea Sandwiches fit for Upper East Siders • Blair’s Favorite Macarons, because even Queen B indulges • Fun Selfie Photo Opportunity in front of the iconic Hotel Empire Sign to capture your moment in the spotlight Available on Select Saturdays/Sundays. Seating begins at 11 am and continue until 3 pm. XOXO, Gossip Girl *PLEASE BE ADVISED, THE GOSSIP GIRL EXPERIENCE CHARGE WILL BE ADDED TO YOUR FINAL BILL ON THE DAY OF YOUR RESERVATION. *21 AND OVER, UNLESS ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT.

What 936 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel offers stunning views and a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for a sunset drink. "great service" and "fantastic staff" enhance the experience, along with "delicious food" and "lovely cocktails." While some find it pricey, it's ideal for a memorable NYC night out.

936 Reviews
  1. Kristina

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was great Everyone was so nice The view was beautiful and food was good

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Several people in our party arrived early. They allowed them to be seated before the rest of the guests arrived. Servers/staff were attentive, food was excellent as were the drinks. Great spot to grab food/drinks before attending the philharmonic or the ballet. Would recommend

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  3. Jennifer

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was just ok. . Drinks were great and enjoyed the atmosphere but would not go back for food .

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the Empire! Great cocktails and food for good value. Amazing views.

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  5. Jeanne

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything went so smooth from making reservation and service was excellent

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  6. Alejandra

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time especially the views! The food and drinks were amazing. Totally recommend the Gossip Girl experience!
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on December 9, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great time. The Gossip Girl experience is definitely a fan favorite, and we’re so glad you had the chance to try it! We appreciate the recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon for another unforgettable experience!

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  7. Owen

    Charleston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great! Guy manning the elevator was not - very condescending.
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on December 9, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that the service was great, but we sincerely apologize for the experience you had with our lobby host. That’s certainly not the level of service we aim to provide, and we’ll be addressing this with our team. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience.

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  8. Alejandro

    Mexico City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I didn’t really expect much since I’ve only watched the Gossip Girl series once, but even though I liked how they gave us one pretty cool mocktail that allowed for a pretty awesome picture, the rest of the food felt very poor. The food tower took around 45 minutes until it got to our table, and they were just some simple and small sandwiches, a croissant and a few macarons. I went with my girlfriend and I would’ve definitely preferred just to get the cocktail, a few pictures and then order something else from the menu. Also didn’t seem like they really cared that we were there to get the experience, it felt like they were doing us a favor even though this cost 50 dollars per person.
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on December 5, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re glad you enjoyed the mocktail and had a chance to capture some great photos! However, we’re truly sorry to hear that the rest of your experience didn’t meet expectations. We take your comments seriously and will be sure to review both the timing of the food and the overall guest experience to ensure we provide a better experience moving forward. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’d love the opportunity to welcome you back for a more enjoyable visit.

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  9. Gabriellal

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I definitely enjoyed the gossip girl cocktails, as well as the beautiful view. The service was not great, but it also wasn’t bad. Me and my friends had a great time. It was very convenient. Everything was clean. I definitely will go back in the summer for the gossip girl experience and I still highly recommend for New Yorkers and visitors. Food was good!

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  10. JamesQ

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, drinks and view. Food quality could be better, then the place would check all the boxes!!
    Empire Rooftop @ Empire HotelResponded on November 25, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the vibe, drinks, and stunning views at The Empire Rooftop. We appreciate your comments about the food and will share them with our culinary team as we’re always striving to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon and provide an experience that checks every box!

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FAQs

Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel is rated 4.4 stars by 936 OpenTable diners.

Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel

44 West 63rd Street, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10023

Additional information

  • Cross street
    63rd and Broadway
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Square
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 2:00 pm–12:00 am Wed–Fri 2:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Lounge
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Lincoln Center - 1 Train
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 265-2600
  • Catering
    Private Dining: We are available for Private Events for up to 250 Guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Rooftop Lounge: Ideal for Corporate and Social Events such as Holiday Parties, Weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and Summer Outings.
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