230 5th Ave (btwn W 26th & W 27th St), New York, NY
Rooftop Bar · NoMad · 713 tips and reviews
Bravo: The best views of the city. Huge outdoor patio with lots of beautiful people. There are many patio bars so you don't have to go inside to get a drink. -Ed Cotton, Top Chef
Beer Garden · Financial District · 142 tips and reviews
Uber NYC: Though a bit hard to get to (making it the perfect opportunity to Uber), Beekman pays off with sand to sink your feet in to while you watch boats go by in the East River and enjoy your drinks.
168 Delancey St (btwn Clinton & Attorney St), New York, NY
Lounge · Lower East Side · 103 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Whether it is hot or cold, sunny or rainy, the rooftop is our favorite tropical oasis in the city. Go on Wednesday night for their rooftop BBQ for 8 bucks.
The Corcoran Group: Each floor has its own distinct feel – we recommend going straight up to the third floor beer hall style rooftop and enjoying a tavern burger and a few craft beers.