Refinery Rooftop
American restaurant · Midtown West ·
Rooftop spot with cocktails, light fare, and Empire State Building views
Rooftop spot with cocktails, light fare, and Empire State Building views
"There are a lot of tall buildings in Midtown, so it makes sense that there are also plenty of rooftop bars. But if you want one where cocktails won’t cost $20 and you won’t hear anyone shouting “shots,” head over to the rooftop of the Refinery Hotel, which feels kind of like a big indoor beer garden that happens to be several stories above street level. There are plenty of tables, and you can make a reservation if you want to be sure you get seats." - bryan kim
"Terence Tubridy, founder of IGC Hospitality (which owns the rooftop and other venues), says his operation only charges diners who cancel on high-demand nights like Thanksgiving or New Year’s Eve: “This is not as a punishment, but to safeguard and protect the business.” He also stresses flexibility and customer engagement, saying, “If a guest reaches out about a charge, that is an opportunity to engage and talk and make it right. We will credit it back, apply it to a future table, and help folks understand the economics of loss.”" - Andrea Strong
"You want to be outside and drink something that isn’t absurdly expensive, and a nice view wouldn’t hurt. Suggest Refinery Rooftop, which is at the top of the Refinery Hotel and has a big indoor area with a U-shaped bar and a little terrace. This place is just about as casual as your favorite neighborhood bar that isn’t on a rooftop, and it tends to draw a good crowd even early in the week." - hannah albertine, bryan kim, matt tervooren
"The Refinery Hotel in Bryant Park has a warm, industrial interior style—an aesthetic that's probably best exemplified by the stunning rooftop, decorated with wooden cupolas (complete with porch swings), round string lights, and plenty of plants and greenery. A retractable glass roof allows for ample open-air space in the summer, but fireplaces keep things cozy in the winter. Even from inside, there's a stunning, close-up view of the Empire State Building."
"It’s easy to associate rooftop drinking with warm weather, but NYC also features plenty of year-round roof bars equipped with cozy features to keep everyone warm and comfortable. One prime example can be found at Refinery Rooftop, a Midtown West lounge with stunning Empire State Building views and a signature cocktail list featuring fresh, all-natural ingredients. Refinery Rooftop transforms into a perfect refuge from the chilly weather and the Midtown shopping crowds, thanks to its ski chalet-esque decor, open fireplace, assortment of decorated wreaths, and its premier seasonal cocktail special: the Frozen Eggnog, featuring house-made nog blended with BACARDÍ, frozen and served with a dusting of nutmeg." - Vox Creative