NYC Rooftop Bars

To get into A60, the rooftop bar for the elegant hotel 60 Thompson, you need to be a member. While this type of exclusivity sounds snooty, it's actually one of the most unpretentious lounges in the city. To become a member, you need a key card to one of their rooms. Otherwise, you need to know someone who's a member. But it's worth it.

The views of the city are sweeping, and in the distance you'll be able to make out the Empire State Building. While the views are to die for, it's the drinks that people come back for. The tropical cocktails are tempting even to those who don't typically like mixed drinks. The combination of plush ambiance and addictive tonics makes A60 one of the best rooftop bars in the city.