5 Best Rooftop Bars in Meatpacking, NYC

Overview:Le Bain & The Rooftop is located at The Standard High Line in downtown New York. More precise in the Meatpacking District.

View:Sweeping views of Hudson River, Downtown Manhattan and the New Jersey skyline.

Menu:A classic cocktail list. Most focus here is on the vibe instead of F&B.

Price:Cocktails: $15

Why visit:Perfect to visit during the weekend afternoon for more relaxing drinks in the sun, and later at night for a more vibrant feel with live DJs and mingle with a festive crowd.

Our insider tip

• Dress to impress, and make your reservation during nighttime.

Overview:The modern Gansevoort Rooftop is unique within the Meatpacking District bars. It’s an escape for hotel guests and downtown locals, located on the lovely Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC’s rooftop.

View:Set 14 floors above the hustle and bustle below, up here you are surrounded with amazing 360° views of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River.

Menu:A premium craft cocktail selection and thoughtfully-curated champagne and wine program is complemented with upscale, fresh and seasonal food.

Price:Cocktails: $27 | Beers: $13

Why visit:One of the more exclusive NYC rooftop bars, perfect for chic nightly drinks and bites with a view.

Our insider tip

• Hotel guests can enjoy the amazing and heated rooftop pool.

Overview:STK Rooftop is an upscale and intimate dining room and lounge above the Meatpacking District. The stylish, lush and intimate 4th floor rooftop blends bar, lounge and table seating in a superb way.

View:Surrounded with prime views over the Meatpacking District, Hudson River and the High Line.

Menu:Classic and refreshing STK cocktails, a fine selection of wines and bubbles, as well as a great array of signature dishes, ranging from raw bar selections to a beef program that focuses on high quality steaks.

Price:Lunch at $45 | Dinner at $95

Why visit:For social happy hours, memorable dinners under the stars, vibrant DJ nights, or an elevated weekend brunch.

Our insider tip

• As the name suggests, you must try the steaks up here.
• Check out the rooftop brunch available on weekends.

Overview:Branded as 'the only neighborhood bar in the neighborhood', the Brass Monkey features an outdoor street cafe, three indoor bars and our outdoor roof terrace.

View:From the lovely rooftop terrace you can catch a glimpse of the Hudson River and New Jersey.

Menu:Classic pub menu with lots of beers, as well as wine, a set of signature cocktails and plenty of pub-grub.

Price:Cocktails: $15.5 | Bers: $9

Why visit:For a real New York experience, with a view.

Our insider tip

• Reservations are usually possible but not needed, and the outdoor roof terrace is always first come/first serve.

Overview:On top of the hip hotel Dream Downtown, PHD Rooftop Lounge invites to a luxurious setting where you can take your NYC nightlife experience to new heights.

View:Outstanding views of the Manhattan skyline.

Menu:There are two full-service bars, and of course bottle service.

Why visit:Make VIP reservations and enjoy a stacked event schedule and sky-high vibes.