Best Rooftop Restaurants in New York (2025)

An Israeli shipudiya from Michael Solomonov sets up on The Hoxton’s roof with salatim, charcoal-grilled skewers, and East River sunsets. Featured in the Michelin Guide and praised by Time Out and Vogue for the festive, view-packed experience.

Two-Michelin-star dining 63 floors up, where aperitifs begin on an open-air terrace before a finely tuned tasting menu. Lauded by the Michelin Guide, Eater, and Vogue; chef Charlie Mitchell leads the kitchen in this landmark Art Deco tower.

Andrew Carmellini’s 22nd‑floor perch atop The William Vale mixes sharp small plates with one of the city’s most sweeping wraparound terraces. A frequent pick in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper, and local critics’ lists.

From the Le Crocodile team, this sixth‑floor indoor‑outdoor room pairs seafood‑leaning plates and natural‑leaning wines with big Manhattan views. Regularly highlighted by Time Out, Food & Wine, and Wallpaper.

Hell’s Kitchen’s year‑round, retractable‑roof spot brings party energy and modern Mexican plates from chef Saul Montiel. Often cited by local roundups for lively service, big flavors, and post‑theater convenience.

A Bronx original atop the landmark former Post Office, celebrating Cuban cooking with live music, big platters, and downtown views. Voted a local favorite and covered by city publications for its community‑first spirit.

Longstanding Williamsburg bistro with a leafy rooftop terrace and a menu of French comforts. A dependable pick for brunch or late‑night steak frites, frequently recommended by Time Out and The Infatuation.

An intimate garden‑style rooftop for omakase flights, hand rolls, and sake right off Broadway. Noted by local reviewers for a high‑value tasting and an all‑weather setup.

Chef Fernanda Serrano’s vibrant rooftop leans Mexican with creative flourishes—think pink mole and caviar sopes—backed by an agave‑savvy bar. Spotlighted by Forbes, Resy, and neighborhood press.

The Bushwick icon’s Midtown outpost adds a sun‑splashed roof deck and tiki‑ish bar to its wood‑fired pies, pastas, and seasonal plates. Covered by NY1 and city food press for bringing Brooklyn attitude near MSG.

Crew, the team behind Grand Banks, debuts a 20,000‑square‑foot indoor‑outdoor seafood rooftop with Hudson River panoramas, oysters, and terrace cabanas. Widely covered by 6sqft, Time Out, and Observer as a 2025 standout.