Great rooftop views. Modern design and plenty of space. Music was pretty good and they have a dance floor. Tables cost $50/person which is very reasonable. Drinks weren’t that strong though. It is a bit touristy (it’s in midtown so undetstandable) so it was a bit of an older/awkward crowd than you’d find in other areas. I’d come back for the views.

This rooftop was definitely worth a visit! The vibe inside was very upscale and the view was incredible. Although during the winter, they have a clear tent set up that encloses the large majority of the roof. It’s decorated with plants and classy seating that almost gives you the feeling of being in a trendy greenhouse cafe. The DJ and dance floor had a good energy and incredible views of the Empire State Building.

Turned out to be one of a beautiful night in the city. It was Wednesday evening and the next day was thanksgiving, we hopped 2-3 bars and came out of disappointment as it was quiet and that’s unlikely to happen when you’re in New York. In disappointment we approached towards the path station, we were on 35th street and checked this rooftop was there. We have been there earlier and know they serve good drinks. Moreover as it was not too cold we just thought of going to the top and grab a drink. And to my surprise, yet again it was as lively it was a couple of years ago I went. Same vibes, same rocking crowd and amazing cocktails. I understood it very well now, Monarch is never going to disappoint me. I will visit soon. My followers, this rooftop is highly recommended. Cheers and happy thanksgiving! 🥂

Great views especially at sunset, good drinks, slow service

Great rooftop bar in Midtown Manhattan. Perfect spot to grab drinks after work / enjoy the views of the Empire State Building. Also worth checking out at night for the nightlife scene.

The place was nice and liked that it was across from the empire state building. The views were amazing. The food was also good. The flat bread buffalo pizza was way bigger than usual. Where the heck experience fell shirt was when I attempted to use the restroom. There were three bathrooms but the line was unpleasantly long. Now I know this is New York and where in Manhattan but there has to be better accommodations. To be prepared to dine or have fun, come earlier and make a reservation beforehand.This will minimize your wait time at the door.

Excellent venue. Great for a night out with friends as well as with your significant other. Extensive and creative cocktail list. Southbeach mojito is just like being in MIA again and the 'Snatched AF' was delicious. If you can, ask for Bailey as your cocktail waitress. Great time and awesome views of the city and Empire State building!

This place is a fantastic rooftop bar! 🍸 Monarch Rooftop serves great cocktails 🍹 alongside a breathtaking view 🪟 of the Empire State Building! 🗽 Service is quick and staff 👨‍🍳 is super welcoming and professional! They have plenty of heated 🔥 indoor seating 🪑 and open outdoor seating. I wish I came here earlier!

I made a reservation for the bar area. Place was pretty packed and i was able to get a table 30 minutes after. The chicken tacos were phenomenal! Drinks were on point and city view was a delight. I would definitely go back soon

A very nice location in the city. Beautiful view. More spacious than last year. Food selection is good not great rest everything was great. Staff was very friendly. Highly recommended. Will visit again.

Loved this rooftop above all others during my visit to NY! Very tastefully decorated and cocktails are good as well. When we visited, there was a party for some company or something, so the DJ was playing and the music was good. The big downside is that you only book your way in, which doesn't include any tables/chairs. So basically you can't sit anywhere, as it's all supposedly "reserved". I don't remember that option on the website, so I guess you need to pay to be seated there. But all good. Your coat can be "held" for you for $5; cash only. Which you probably gonna need in winter, as again there are no chairs you can use. Make a reservation on their website otherwise I'm not sure you can get in. For us, it was a perfect stop between bars, but we only spent there about an hour, as we decided to check out another bar where we could sit.

Loved this rooftop. Perfect rooftop with great views of empire state building, macys, & other buildings. There's a Dj with Great music playing. Great venue. Need reservations for seats, other than that, you can be at the bar or walking around. Extensive and creative cocktail list. Great list for food choices. Came here after a broadway show and was looking forward to grabbing a bite here with a drink. But the kitchen was closed...so that made me a little upset. Definitely will return though & Highly recommend for a good time. Good for any company.

One of the best views of the Empire State Building. High tables were good but it's unacceptable to not put some hangers below the tables! The music was solid. People were nice but the cocktails wasn’t that impressive. Don’t be salty cocktail was just tequila! For the gram and frose&chill was sweet and presentations were cute! Recommended but not the best for the drinks.

Food quality and taste were on point. However, they are tapas and tiny portions and are very overpriced. Good cocktails! I loved how cute and funky the decor is and the views can't be beat!

This is the perfect place to meet up with friends or have a date night. The friendly atmosphere and decor make you feel comfortable and welcoming. The staff are always helpful, and the little bites' food was excellent 👌. If there was any improvement to be made, it would be the selection of flavoured Gin's on offer, but we found this to be the case at all the bars we visited in New York. It's best to book a table as it is very popular but well worth a visit. You will not be disappointed.

Great happening cool spot. Warm efficient service from start to finish. Spacious seating with inside and outside options and diverse crowd. Spectacular views, delicious food and great drinks at reasonable prices. Book online. Really fun!

Monarch is where you go for a cozy dance and drink vibe. The seating is limited and that controls the crowd. The dance area opens up on the terrace which has lighted up empire state building at the backdrop. That makes it unique. The drinks are expensive - so keep that in mind. But the money spent is worth. We had a blast with friends. An added attraction is the musician with the live guitar (or ukulele perhaps) performance.

First time here and I absolutely love it! Great customer service and absolutely amazing place. You have pure view of Empire state. Food and the cocktails are pretty good as well. I highly recommend this place 👍🏼

Very cigar friendly, drinks are really good, food is also good. The staff provides great customer service. Had a good time with close friends. It’s also good if you want to chill solo and just take in the view

Really friendly Staff and a great vibe. Managers Michael and Atom were awesome. Reasonably priced drinks considering the location

By far, the best rooftop in NYC!!!!! I hosted a surprise 21st birthday here, and everything was just amazing. From the view, the food/drinks, and best of all, the service! HUGE SHOUTOUT to JOY, our server/hostess who took care of all of our needs throughout the entire night!! Thank you Monarch Rooftop for making my sister's birthday more incredible than my family and I could have imagined!

Absolutely great signature drinks! Appetizers were so good we ordered double. Prices are very average. Loved my experience with friends. We enjoyed it and I’m definitely coming back 😎

A fun rooftop, nicely decorated with beautiful city views. The drinks here are great with many different cocktails, beers and wines to choose from.

Monarch is that hip place giving you a feeling of exclusivity right from the start (Reservations are a must). It is one of those swanky places where you can meet your friends over a cool setting - that being refreshing drinks, tasty appetizers within a trendy ambience with spectacular views. All of which are definitely true. The views of 34th St are amazing. The cocktails are delicious. The food presentation and taste is definitely top notch. And the ambience is quite fun (at least during my visit all the folks around seemed to have fun). However service could be much improved, specially for the pricing that they charge. Reservations are allotted for 2 hours only. And drink orders took at least 40 mins to arrive at our table for our group. As much as we loved them, and wanted to order more, unfortunately we 'ran out of time' after our 2nd order. While our server was great, rest of the staff could be friendlier (host, security etc). Overall, it is definitely an experience for at least once.

Good energies, lot of colors, beautiful view from the rooftop: We enjoyed our time there! You should try at least once!

Very cool vibes, drinks are good, also standard pricing for NYC rooftops. The service is very polite, but a little slow. I had to get up and meet the server a couple of times at the bar, although she was very nice, it made things a little slower.

Debated on going to this rooftop so may times before and I’m so upset this was my first time here because I loved it!! Amazing view of the Empire State Building! Drinks were absolutely amazing. Food was meh, we had the tuna tacos but it was missing a little more seasoning.. a little more soy and it would’ve been perfect. Service from our waitress was good, it was a busy Friday night so I’m sure she did the best she could. The music was also really good there was a live DJ. Also loved how easy it was to book the reservation and how fast we were accommodated when we arrived.

Great atmosphere. Great date spot. Bartenders were really nice.

One of the best rooftops in NYC I've been to so far. Cocktails were tasty. Covered areas available.

I highly suggest this rooftop bar. Great vibe, good menu with a wonderful view of Empire State Building! It’s truly a complete package!

This place is awesome! Great food, music, drinks, and ofc the best view. Plus, extremely friendly and accommodating staff.

Pretty cute place. Definitely a nice tourist spot or a place to impress someone. Great place for drinks and a small portion meals.

We had a great time for a holiday celebration with family and friends! So fun!

I really liked the vibe of this place. The have live DJ but make sure to reserve a table beforehand. The view is also good

Amazing! Staff was so sweet, the bartender Brandon served up the best drinks! Best happy hour I’ve been to. The crowd is good, the views are amazing. Atom and Mike are literally the best you could ask for in an establishment.. will definitely be back!!

This is a pretty nice rooftop bar in NYC. The small plate menu is a bit thin on options but if you just looking to sit outdoors in a nice company then this is a good spot. Make sure to make a reservation as it gets pretty busy.

I came for new years eve event. All the staff was friendly and helpful. I had a great time. It is pricey but it is a one lifetime experience. Not the best view of New York. But it has a good view of empire state building. The rooftop is small but the place was not too crowded and worked out perfect for us. I had a great time for the new years eve event.

Great holiday party at the Monarch Rooftop this week. Loved the set up, views, food and drinks. Staff was amazing and friendly. Special shout to the coat check crew and Mich for helping our large group get through.

Great atmosphere and views. The staff are very friendly & professional. Good food and great drinks, not water down. It can get crowded. If the space was twice as large for more elbow room. I would have given it a 5 star.

I mean... can't beat these views! While visiting NYC this was the only rooftop that we made it too and I think that's OK. I don't know if it could be topped. The bartender loaded our drinks and our waitress was sweet and great. The lychee martinis were so good. .. we had quite a few ;) it was nice to have the kitchen open past 1030 and we enjoyed the Margherita Flatbread and sliders.

Very nice atmosphere and decor. Employees are very friendly. I wish you would have gave a little bit of more information on the website about the events and the cost.

I typically do not write reviews but feel like I need to share our experience at Monarch rooftop. We recently had an engagement party with ~125 people at Monarch. It turned out to be a truly magnificent night. The feedback and response we received from friends and family that attended was amazing. We knew that the views and atmosphere would be great but the food, which was prepared on site was delicious, and the service from the bartenders, servers, to the manager and GM was world class. We highly recommend this venue for your next event.