the Press Lounge

Restaurant · Midtown West ·

the Press Lounge

Restaurant · Midtown West ·

Rooftop lounge with 360-degree city/river views, cocktails

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653 11th Ave 16th Floor, New York, NY 10036 Get directions

$$$

@bonappetit

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Honoring Bon Appétit’s 2021 Heads of the Table | Bon Appétit

"A sleek rooftop venue in New York City that hosted Bon Appétit's 2021 Heads of the Table cocktail party and seated dinner, offering skyline views and an elegant atmosphere. Its culinary director, Sofia Schlieben, collaborated with three mentees from a mentorship program to craft the drinks and hors d'oeuvres menu; the cocktail hour featured sunchoke pierogi with sunflower-seed romesco, fried pork rillette with apple-and-mustard chutney, and a guest-favorite peaches-and-herb specialty cocktail. Guests later moved to the roof deck for a seated dinner under the night sky, beginning with a burrata course topped with roasted and pickled mushrooms, and the space served as a setting for honorees and industry figures to mingle." - ByJenna Adrian-Diaz

https://www.bonappetit.com/story/heads-of-the-table-2021-dinner

the Press Lounge

@aloke

7 Postcards · 2 Cities

Night in New York

The Press Lounge

DavPru

Google

Went here for 5:15pm to 7:15pm Hudson Vu sunset experience through the Ink 48 Hotel. I recommend this experience for anyone who wants to see a pretty sunset on Manhattan over the Hudson River and then a good view of the West side of the City at night . The staff are very good and the food is also very delicious (bar bites & cocktails). Enjoy !

Karen

Google

Such a beautiful rooftop, however their reservation system makes no sense. I have been here many times and I know it’s always empty. Hence, why the need for a reservation? I get it. The allure of exclusivity and maybe table organization? But, it is a rooftop. At least, offer walks ins to wait if a “reservation” does not come in. Still recommend to go, because of the view🎀🥳 -However, hoping management reads this and understands they are losing $$$$$. If you are going, PLEASE make a reservation, have valid ID and follow their clothes policy. Took a picture of their reservation link, but you can also go to their website directly.

Google

This establishment has changed ownership and is no longer Press Lounge. Unfortunately, the hostess, Ebony, provided ultimate subpar service. After a $250+ expenditure, her unprofessional demeanor and lack of floor management skills were evident. I would advise patrons to exercise caution. To management, I suggest retraining Ebony or reconsidering her role to improve customer experience.

Jesus A.

Google

We had such an amazing experience thanks to our server, Sophia! She was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. The rooftop view was absolutely stunning one of the best in the city and paired perfectly with the atmosphere. The service was top-notch, the drinks were delicious, and Sophia’s recommendations were spot on. Couldn’t have asked for a better night! 10/10

John C.

Google

The view is the only thing worth mentioning, and yeah it is nice, but everything else just didn’t hold up. Drinks were expensive and honestly pretty weak, service felt uninterested, and the whole vibe leaned more toward stiff than welcoming. It’s the kind of spot you check out once for the skyline photos but not somewhere you’d want to come back to. Two stars feels right.

Yan Z.

Google

Well prepared food + nice & welcoming staff! We liked the avocado toast especially. Also the fried chicken is unbelievablly juicy! Must try! Thank you all for what you have done for my mom's birthday! 😊😁

Calvin Duong (The G.

Google

Cool rooftop lounge, the views are nice as socializing having a great views of the city. The cocktails wise half the the cocktails were really good. Even with the bartender choice if you like a surprise. Having a green house area with seating any blankets, so you don’t have to exactly sit outside when it’s windy/colder at night. Cool spot to check out and meet more mature crowd.

Evan B.

Google

Excellent environment, interesting menu selections with a wide variety including some vegetarian dishes. Meal service was very good, though plan on 1.5-2 hours for dinner. Portion size could be optimized… appetizers were a bit large, pasta and main dishes were a bit small. Overall great experience with room to grow.