Monarch Rooftop
Lounge and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Koreatown, New York
"The views of the Empire State Building are amazing!"(8 Tips)
"Great new spot for after work rooftop drinks."(14 Tips)
"Amazing views and great music but the bathroom line is INSANE."(55 Tips)
"Thank you to Indayo for making it a really fun night!"(4 Tips)
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Fara HopperDecember 20, 2013This place is absolutely beautiful. The venue is great, the crowd was great. The DJ was great. Thank you to Indayo for making it a really fun night! Can't wait for your next partyyy
LeiaAugust 24, 2013This spot opened a few weeks ago so hurry and check it out before it gets crowded. Beautiful view of the Empire State Building, chill atmosphere, and easy to get in!
Rewan PartiJuly 17, 2016Get here early to avoid paying for tabs or table service. They have small bathrooms so usually there is a 20-30 minute waiting. Drinks are pricey but the music and view is great. Try their Moscow mule
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍January 24, 2019Ambiance, drinks, view and crowd are the keys to a successful rooftop and Monarch has them all! Definitely an upscale lounge you wanna stop in to grab a great cocktail and some great tapas-esque food
Armelle De OliveiraOctober 6, 2019I think it’s the best view on the Empire State Building in Manhattan. The white wine is a disgrace but my sister enjoyed the mini chicken burger bites. Sweet potatoes fries made me sick.
Foxxy BJuly 19, 2017On a nice Tuesday it's packed by 5pm. The deck area has far too few umbrellas; you will melt. $16+ cocktails, but they're tasty. Hot crowd & great views, however. Surprisingly easy to get in.
Stephanie DeDeckerJune 21, 2016Boasts great views of the city, get there early or try and make a reservation to get a good table by the outside corner
MariusMarch 28, 2017Nice rooftop bar! A little bit pricey but the view is worth it. Drinks are very strong!
Paula LessaNovember 25, 2015Nice place, well decorated with a beautiful view of the empire state building and 6th avenue. Good drinks, friendly service.
Justin BartonApril 7, 2016Had my engagement party here last week. The space is amazing and management was very helpful in making everything be perfect for our event
Michelle CSeptember 25, 2016Lady Lychee is tasty. We got moved to another less comfortable spot right in front of a speaker because we didn't have a reservation, and the drinks were a bit overpriced. Definitely not for locals!
Jess FargoJanuary 14, 2014Went for my girls birthday party hosted by Indayo & WOW the view is AMAZING!! The crowd was chill but hyped. Indayo hooked us up with drinks & beats all night. My feet STILL hurt! lol
Grace LadyecuaJuly 7, 2015Great rooftop view of NYC. (Be aware that smoking IS allowed on the rooftop.)
Lauren AlexaSeptember 29, 2016Love the view from up here! They have a good cocktail selection. Definitely my favorite Manhattan lounge.
Julio BaergaAugust 4, 2017The NYC skyline view is AMAZING, the pretentious gays not so much. Best when you go with a group of friends and ignore your surroundings.
Caroline DengMarch 6, 2016Beautiful rooftop views and lounge, and it's right next to the Empire State! Coat check is $3 and drinks are pricey.- Karl With A "K"October 3, 2015The views of the Empire State Building are amazing! Great cocktails and delicious, scrumptious appetizers.
Amanda SmithSeptember 25, 2013First rooftop bar I have been to in NYC and the view of the Empire State Building is stunning, bartenders were very friendly!
Ruben GuerreroApril 13, 2014Saturday night bridge and tunnel crowd meets two star hotel NYC tourists. No worries, urkel the promoter keeps the crowd in check...even when there's no line.
Rena YisiMarch 24, 2017Been there few times, nice ppl, and the view is great at nights. After work, grab drinks w friends, chilling.
Erez DimantDecember 20, 2013Beautiful people, breathe-taking view, solid drinks! Indayo's takeover of Monarch was pretty sick! They had the spot popping all night long.
Evan ChenJuly 27, 2014Really great atmosphere and a great close up view of the Empire State building!
- David MilbergAugust 17, 2016Beautiful views and very nice in the late afternoon when it is not too crowded.
Gianna NebbiaJanuary 21, 2018Staff was pretty nice which is hard to find in NYC nightlife. It’s a good pregame spot- Erica DiazDecember 20, 2013Monarch turnt up be TOO real! Rooftop view, live DJ's & liqs all night. Easy to get in! Def check this NYC gem out!
Sarah PJune 7, 2015If you're from Manhattan this spot is NOT for you. Good view but Over priced mediocre food all in tiny portions. Drinks are tiny and pricey even for Manhattan. Crowd is bridge and tunnel and or tacky.
Ric AddisonSeptember 28, 2013Table Reservations are recommended and can be made by contacting Mav@AddisonGroupNYC.com
Neha JambhekarOctober 21, 2013The midtown location sucks but this place has a huge, beautiful seating area and lovely views.
Ina LiSeptember 5, 2015It's only nice because of it's location and night views. But apart from that, crowded tables, cheesy music and overpriced mediocre drinks.
Good view and the ambiance during happy hour time (before 10pm). Afterwards gets crowded and disgusting.
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Here at Monarch Rooftop, we focus on three things; events, cocktails, and views.
Closed until 3:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon
- 3:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Tue–Thu
- 3:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- 3:00 PM–4:00 AM
- Sun
- 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
(212) 630-9993
View menu on https://www.monarchrooftop.com/menus
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Happy Hour
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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