elNico

The Best Hotel Bars in NYC, From Classic Martini Haunts to Rooftops With Central Park Views | Condé Nast Traveler

"Onsite rooftop bar and restaurant elNico is a destination in its own right. If the weather permits, you’ll want to kick off the evening by snagging a seat on the outdoor terrace where you can enjoy stunning skyline views and the cocktail program: Under the direction Leo Robitschek, you’ll find an impressive list of cocktails that feature inventive ingredients. If you’re looking for a cocktail recommendation, the Bidi Bidi Bom-Fashioned features bourbon, rye, toasted coconut, black sesame, and szechuan peppercorns (but be prepared to experience a mouth-numbing sensation). If you’re looking for something a bit more refreshing, the cantaloupe paloma features a perfect marriage of mezcal, lime, cantaloupe, and jasmine. The Mexican-inspired food menu under Chef Fer Serrano offers light bites like a clam tostado, esquites, carne asada, and pulpo pibil. If you’re looking for something unique and seasonal, don’t sleep on the tlayuda, a crunchy tostado covered in tzatziki, market vegetables, pomegranate seeds, and sumac. And the cherry on top of it all: The fact that the dining room and terrace are gorgeous spaces, designed with colorful details and ceiling installations." - CNT Editors