Bar 54

Elevated ambiance inside and quite limited but cool views outside facing south west with a dozen of tables. The cocktails are good and priced on par with the NYC rooftops.If you dont mind Times Square - it is a perfect rooftop in the area. Great visibility of dropping New Years ball.

Known as the highest outdoor rooftop bar in NYC, Bar 54 lives up to the hype. The view is stunning from all angles of the bar as you see many famous parts of the NYC skyline, Central Park, and Times Square. The ambiance is upscale with music at a low volume, restaurant seating, and an elegant atmosphere. Staff is friendly and attentive. We chose to sit at the bar and the bartender was good with maintaining a conversation and having a light-hearted mood. Seating is limited so I would suggest getting there early or coming on a weeknight. They are also very strict with the age policy and will not allow anyone under the age of 21 to enter. Prices are more on the expensive side, but they seem worth it, especially for the view and quality of service. I did not get to try the food but would come back to enjoy a dinner and some drinks with family or friends.5/5 stars!

I had a wings with Miso sauce and an old fashion cocktail for $50.

Grabbed a drink here with my girlfriends around 9:30PM without a reservation, thankfully we snagged the only open bar seats available. We had a really nice bartender, loved her. I got the apple rum based drink $25 but it was delicious! Will definitely be back!

The rooftop was absolutely amazing...we showed up after the kitchen was closed but had drinks. The view was beautiful & the atmosphere was very sophisticated & classy.

I went to drink cocktails and have some bite in the City with my friend. We ordered the Octopus which was amazing (picture attached) and ordered a few drinks. Our favourite was the Forbiden Fruit. Service was fast and friendly. They are making renovation on the balcony which I believe will level up this place.

Skip this place. They have tiers of service they provide without asking the customers what they want. They made us sit inside with no windows even who we had reservations. When we asked to be switched then they pretended they had to do really big effort for it. The outside terrace is closed and will be closed for next couple of months and without that there is no point going. Honestly the views aren’t great either. The gratuity is included no matter what u do. Overall place is overpriced and doesn’t really have value.

We were staying at the Hyatt Centric and visited this bar, I would recommend reserving a table if you want to make sure you get an outside table. This is without doubt one of the best bars we had been to, Nico the bar manager was very knowledgeable and the rest of the staff were so accommodating. My wife and I aren’t drinkers but the mocktails we had were very good and overall cost was a very pleasant surprise. I would definitely recommend this bar to anyone who wants keenly priced drinks with a fantastic view.

This is by far my favorite bar. The ambiance and atmosphere is incredible. And the views of the city are stunning.

Music was great: afrobeatsWe were sitting inside due to the bad wearher conditions; aperol spritz and moscow mule were fine.. sat for a while & then leftViews are nice too

Great service and nice wine. They do not serve outside but they explain everything when you get in. View was astonishing.Nice for the sunset.We went in October and we needed no reservation.Best rooftop in NYC. I would repeat.

Very happy we decided to chance getting a last-minute sunset table here! Staff are lovely and helpful. The appetisers we had were delicious, decent cocktail and perfect atmosphere after a busy day exploring the city. Highly recommend!

SKIP THIS PLACE. Don’t waste your time or money at this place. It’s a minimum 1 drink per person policy, which is fine, but Cocktails start at $23, and sodas and lemonades were around $11 each. They attempt to justify these prices with the view, but the place does not provide very good views (see my photos). The outdoor observation deck was closed. The indoor area had Many walls, low seating. There are many more places in this city to get better views. Waiter was rude when members of our party ordered lemonade and soda, implying we should order alcoholic drinks. 18% gratuity was automatically included, which just twisted the knife. SKIP THIS PLACE! S

Chic rooftop bar atop the Hyatt. We were post-show looking for drinks and light apps, with a view and this delivered. A decent selection of house cocktails, standard wines and a handful of beers with a solid hard liquor list. Our server was amazing and took great care of us. Even though the kitchen had just closed he was able to get us a cold platter. The view from the deck has many icons of midtown like Empire State, and to the south to Freedom Tower.

The place is beautiful with great views and service. The terrace is under renovations, but we didn’t miss being outside since it was so hot and humid. I dont think that even the 54th floor wouldve helped. Our drinks were delicious, and I could spend hours just looking outside and sipping my drink. It was Monday night, not too many people were there and it felt nice and quiet if thats your thing.

This place is a nice rooftop bar 🥂 in Times Square! Bar 54 on the 54th floor of the Hyatt Centric Hotel 🏨 offers a wonderful selection of cocktails! 🍸 Definitely try the Hunch Punch 🍹 with Vodka. The staff 👨‍🍳 is friendly and service is quick. ⏲️ They have a nice view 🪟 of the city 🏙️ but their outdoor terrance was closed. I wish their prices were lower! 🏷️

A great place for dating, drinks and tapas. They dont serve full meals. Views are very beautiful. Service is top-notch and drinks and food are very delicious.

We walked into the lobby without reservation and the security personnel said they haven’t been told by the bar that reservations is a must at that time and let us in. Once we walked out the elevator, the host was welcoming and our waitress was nice, professional, not bad in any shape way or form. Our drink was $23 and $24 and yes that’s a lot and nothing special about the drink but still glad I went up there. Yes there’s a lot of buildings around you and we had low clouds that day so it could have been a lot better. If you don’t care for cocktails that much then just order your go to drink. I didn’t make a reservation due to the amount of open times that were available and decided to just walk in and that worked out well. Around 8pm.

Nice view but small area outside if there are some people it’s hard to take picturesThe vibe is good , cocktails 🍸 are tasty

Food and drinks were pricy, but thats to be expected for the novelty. The food we tried was all excellent though!!! Truly great food and dessert. The drinks werent bad. The view up there was really nice. They have glass walls though, to prevent idiots from idioting, and it kind of obstructs the view and makes it difficult to get pictures. There are small gaps where you can try to snag pics. Could see the tower lights from the 9/11 memorial area pretty well. Was a good experience.

The best drinks and food ever for 4 years in the city!Sadly the outdoor area’s been closed, but anyway the view is stunning!The food is so delicious! Especially cheese knots and octopus!I ordered mango cocktail on mezcal base 🤤 if you love Mezcal for me it was one of the best combinationsWill definitely come back!

Make a reservation otherwise youll be queing for ages at the bar, and have no where to sit. We only popped past and doorman let us in but got to the top and was waiting 15mins for a drink, and then justanaged to find a standing table out side. Its a nice place, with some great veiws but Was going to rate it 3 but the bar tender gave us a free whiskey, and the view was pretty good. Drinks again can be a bit pricey, but what you expect for a capital roof bar!

We rate this bar a 5/5 mainly due to Gabby’s exceptional service. Our night started on a sour note when the host at the entrance refused to seat us because we didn’t have a reservation, despite the bar not being at capacity. After asking if we could take a few photos, he reluctantly agreed. I then tried again for a table, with the host barely acknowledged us he eventually told us to follow him to a table, leaving us very confused as to why we couldn’t be seated in the first instance.However, Gabby’s warm and attentive service made a significant difference in our experience. While the initial interaction with the host was disappointing, Gabby’s care turned our evening around. We may reconsider returning due to the initial experience, but Gabby’s service is worth highlighting.

Even if you dont have a reservation, climbing up to the standing area if available is totally worth it for the view. Cocktails are pricey but pretty interesting and good. The food is meh, but the view is almost unparalleled.

Absolutely a joke of a place. Subpar food and terrible drinks for way too much money!! We had reservations in advanced (you need them or else you will get yelled at). They will ask you probably like 10 times if you have reservations before letting you go in. Then, we got seated away from the window and had a “nice view” of the tables and a bit of the actual rooftop view. We were not allowed to look around in the outdoor balcony area so the whole rooftop thing was just a joke - should’ve just gone to a regular bar with at least nice drinks :)

This rooftop bar is stunningly beautiful. Perfect atmosphere and view. I was here with my daughter to celebrate my birthday. The service is great! Bar 54 is a must see! Add to your list - you will be 100% satisfied! Reservations are required - must book via the Resy app.

Best view of NYC you could possibly get! Great drinks and atmosphere. One of my favorite places in all of New York

I shouldnt be surprised by the prices but $12 for a bottle (not even tap) of beer is a bit ridiculous. normally Im comfortable paying for the atmosphere alone but the selection was poor, with only one choice being in the least bit interesting though it was $2 more expensive. overall it felt lacking. bathroom doors were a bit worse for wear and one bathroom smelled off. service was pleasant but not exceptional. maybe worth it on a perfectly clear day when you can see across both rivers but I wont be going back anytime soon.

Such an amazing rooftop lounge! The manager and all wait staff/bartenders (Thursday 12/09/21) were amazing! We were there on Thursday an it was fully booked. We have a table/spot on the bar, but we loved it, because we like to see the Personal-acting Manager, the helpful staff and especially the friendly funny bartenders make it particularly. The drinks were delicious. Made our last evening in New York perfekt. We love our stay in this bar. The view was unbelievable in this area! Highly recommend, but definitely make reservations if you dont want to be stuck in the standing room only area.If there will be a next time, definitely here, I hope we can meet each other once again, you all made our vacation unbelievable.Thank you so much

Always good to be back at Bar 54. Now they have these i flated igloo and it makes the bar even more fun. The view is breathtaking and cocktails are great! Sunset from this rooftop is on point!

Was told this was a “must see” get up to the bar and they refuse to seat, stand at the bar etc—because we aren’t staying at that hotel. It was NOT packed out. We were ready to spend money on nice drinks with a view.

Justin & Chaba was so Amazing I even have MY own signature drink called The Na-Na please try it. THIS PLACE IS VERY WELCOMING & WARM

The most amazing views and even better waitress, never got her name but from Eastern Europe and in New York the last 13 years or so, she took such good care of us!

It was a little empty when we went and the staff wasnt very attentive. The decoration and view are very nice, but there is no soul in the restaurant.

Great View over Times Square, but somewhat limited angles

What a cool spot for a bar... the view was amazing! I had the sliders, which were cooked perfectly, and a few drinks. I had a gin and tonic that was not very impressive, but then I ordered a mule and was blown away. That had to be hands down the best mule Ive ever had! Next time Im in NYC Ill be back!

Went here for the view and we got it. Omg, the view is to die for! Drinks were fine but honestly you don’t even pay attention to service and food when you have that view.

Awesome service, views and great cocktails created by the staff. Just dont get the borough ones. The staff is so friendly and fun. They really listen. Super clean too.

I visited in the late afternoon on a very hot and humid August day. Walk-in possible at around 5:30. Almost empty inside, few guests outside at that hour. However, outside full exposure to the boiling sun. Stunning midtown views, good drink and attentive service, but I was told I could only walk out on the terrace once my drink ($21) had been served. A bit strange when the place is so empty, but I fully understand they will have to make sure they are not run over by visitors who do not consume anything but are taking lots of selfies on the terrace...

The rooftop bar is rated among the best in the city. Don’t go hungry, though! The food was sadly disappointing and overpriced for what was delivered. But the cocktails and views are absolutely incredible! Try the Purple Rain - think even Prince would be impressed!

Is it a nice rooftop patio....yes. Are there better rooftops in Manhattan... ABSOLUTELY!Its small and cozy, but the view of Times Square is overrated and highly obstructed by the roof tops angle.The drinks ($25) and food are pricey, but you pay for the experience. We tried the flat bread. It was average at best and looked a little smaller than what I have ordered in other restaurantsService was warm, professional, and welcoming but not above average.Also, there is an automatic 18% gratuity concluded in your bill.Nonetheless, its another check mark off our list.Cocktails and a flatbread, including 18% and taxes =$91

Despite the heavy storm and bad weather yesterday, we were not able to enjoy the view sitting outside, but we had a really great time sitting at the bar. Justin and Chris are great bartenders. Knowledge, cheerful, friendly and caring. Thank you, guys!

Awesome rooftop to enjoy some cocktails and an incredible view.

There are many rooftops in midtown Manhattan but not all of them do the right job with its privileged view. Bar 54, in that sense, seems to know how to keep it casual and relaxed while not compromising its classy components. Absolutely great view on the terrace.

Amazing views, amazing drinks, and amazing staff. My friend and I sat at the bar and we left best friends with Jacques! I can’t recommend this bar enough! Next time I am in the city I might stay at the Hyatt just to have the bar right there.

Nice rooftop bar, did not try the food, its a little pricey, staff was nice and attentive

Great views and good drinks! Bar snacks for the table! We visited our first night at 1am, only to be told that they were closed. Google hours reflect open until 2am. We were hoping for last call after a great night and were disappointed to find them closed earlier then their posted closing time. Great spot if youre in Times Square!

One of the best roof tops of New York City has to offer, the drinks are amazing, the view is incredible, if you are in New York City you have to go up there.

Food was just ok. Drinks were tasty and good but overpriced compared to other locations we had in the area with comparable quality drinks. I suppose you’re paying for the view but the viewing area is still closed for winter. Unless you’re specifically going during the summer months to see the view, then it’s probably fine to pass on this.

Really loved this place - had Christine as our server both nights. Great place to enjoy the NYC skyline.

Great food and service. Cool view of midtown

Breathtaking views !!! Had an amazing martini !!! 🍸 “porn star martini “🍸

Was recommended to go here by a friend. We made a reservation on the patio for drinks after a broadway show and even called to confirm there were heaters so we wouldn’t freeze to death. When we arrived, the host sat us in the corner inside without telling us about the change. We asked for a window table when it comes available, but he just looked annoyedThe drinks were good, and we didn’t try to food bc we rather would have pizza later. Server was great

I had read mixed reviews, but this is one of the best places in New York. You get a fabulous view of the city. You get great service and the appetizer and dessert options are perfect. I had the mango cheese cake! It is heavenly! Guess it has to be, considering how close to heaven you feel so high up in NY. I do reccomend reserving a table, specially on weekends. Trust me, you wont be disappointed. Do bring a sweater. It can get a little chilly.

Outdoor area was still closed. its a small space. so youre not able to see any of the landmarks. drinks are good but high priced. bed of roses was a little too sweet but the smores drinks were yummy.

Nice rooftop bar with a great view on the city. Food and drinks were very delicious and the waitress very friendly and attentive.

Yeah, I know that is bar but nothing to eat! I got burger! It was tasty! A lot of positions were in a out of order. Price is really expensive. They didn’t have a lot of people there. I was waiting for my waitress more then 15 minutes! Location is perfect! Place is good and beautiful! Only because of view you can come and get a drink:) I have a video , but I can’t add it :(

Cozy and beautiful night lights in NYC. Liked their beef sliders. However, note that they charge a 18% gratuities automatically. We almost double tipped.

Vibe.Food is good. Their food is like appetizers. It’s mostly a bar with apps. Music play list goes hard is your a 90s and 2000 baby

Great viewing platform and all seats have great views of NYC. Altho its a rooftop, every seat is inside (handy if weather is suspicious). You can take drinks outside while you soak in the views and atmosphere. Service sluggish and they dont seem to be living their best lives but totally fine. Food is pretty much snacks without much more on offer. Somewhere to grab a drink, a view, a nibble, and move on.

Had a reservation at 9 pm, we were 2 minutes early and the elevator employee said that we had to wait until 2 minutes… kind of ridiculous. Ordered a Margarita, Don Dapper, Whiskey Rye based drink. The Don Dapper was nice with the smoke in it.

Great food and service by Janu thank you for everything we will be back

Views were great but except that everything else was a flop show...EDIT:ALSO YOU HAVE A COVER(OR MINIMUM SPEND AS THE PLACE CALLS IT) FOR 70$ FOR PATIO..WHICH IS NOT A PROBLEM IF FOOD AND DRINKS ARE UPTO THE STANDARDS..BUT THEY ARE NOT......i hope this place raises its standards to this cover charge..plastic straws to dirty glasses..where do i start..this place is a stain on Hyatts name...even the paper napkins were of cheapest quality...Management should definitely look at this coz prices are above and beyond any 5 star in nyc..so why being so cheap...food was bland and drinks were definitely not 23$...As a suggestion from a mixologist avoid this place..EDIT :Ps: For management Straws we got were definitely plastic..Because of that I remember that specifically..

Amazing rooftop bar in Times Square. You can see the whole city from Staten Island to 30 Rock. There was a wait when we arrived before we could go up, so plan for that. The service here was better than any tourist trap bar Ive been to and we never felt rushed. We began inside and once a table outside opened we were able to move onto the balcony. The prices were what youd expect, but we opted to get a pitcher which was a great deal anywhere when you calculate the price per drink. I definitely recommend visiting to anyone.

Nice spot for sunsets and chats with good company. Hostess were really friendly and cocktails are incredible. The spicy mango is my favorite one

First time, had to check it out for the photo opportunity, was not disappointed. Definitely would recommend for a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city life for a nice cocktail with great views.

Expensive cocktails, slow service, restricted views - double glass and lots of reflections. Would not return.

Very cool place to grab a drink or two and take in the city skyline.I was in the city recently and had a couple drinks here. Was impressed with the service, the drinks and best of all the view.I did not have anything to eat since I already had my dinner before arriving here but the menu looked great.Would recommend to anyone looking for something different from the usual NYC bars.

Had a fabulous time meeting up at Bar 54 with friends. Drinks were fantastic (albeit somewhat pricey, but what isnt in Manhattan?), the views were incredible.

Our experience at Bar 54 was beyond disappointing. We were staying at the Hyatt centric and had been looking forward to going to a roof top bar. The bar was incredibly understaffed and had one server serving the entire restaurant. We waited an excessive amount of time to take our drink order and even longer to receive them. I can appreciate the cost of a great cocktail, but they were so overpriced and poorly made, we didn’t even finish our 25 and 27$ cocktails because they were so disgusting. Skip this spot and go anywhere else. Also an 18% auto grat.

A nice high-floor bar with the open, glass-lined patio. The musical selection is eclectic and tasteful; the music itself isnt too loud and intrusive, so its still possible to have a meaningful conversation.

Exceptional location. Fantastic staff. The perfect location to have an after work cocktail or meet with friends for remarkable views of New York.

Love it. Great view, inside and outside, good drinks and service.

Drinks were good and strong. Very nice atmosphere. Rooftop Is being worked on, but still had a beautiful view of the city. We stopped by after a play, so we just enjoyed the drinks.

It’s too bad they had to put up the three panes of 9 foot tall glass around the balcony. It feels like you’re in a terrarium cage now. But otherwise the service was nice and the view was great.

Very nice view. Probably one of the Best from a Rooftop Bar

We were two, the viewpoint was amazing and the cocktails truly amazing. As you can expect: 4 cocktails and an aperitive platter cost us around $200. Thats still cheaper than the empire state viewpoint though, and youre sitting there with a drink.

Great rooftop view from 54th floor and high service

Chic and sophisticated lounge in the sky. Comes with a cozy atmosphere and the views to match

Very nice view over Manhattan, good services!

I frequent this bar every time i am in NYC. The view is simply breathtaking!! A bit pricey but worth every penny.

Drinks were highly priced but were good. Views were unbelievable as well

Awesome views, good appetizers and great drinks. Sometimes great for groups or sometimes its a hassle. A quality spot well worth the visit.

As the name would suggest, this rooftop bar is located on the 54th floor, so it is fairly high, but not the tallest. We went on a Sunday night just after 11 PM, which might explain why business was a bit slow, although the fact that only one of the three elevators worked might have also contributed to that fact: after waiting almost 15 minutes in the lobby, during which time several people decided to leave, we were finally directed to the service elevator and entered the bar through the kitchen (which was very clean by the way). From there, we made our way to the host, who then sat us at a nice table with a beautiful view. But even though the place was supposed to close at midnight, we were greeted with last call. The person who took our order disappeared with our credit card never to be seen again. Another server checked on us once, and a third closed out our check and brought our credit card back. Service was not bad, per se, it was just unusually anonymous and strangely impersonal. A glass of wine is $16 to $20, Cocktails are around $25, which is not bad for such a place in the middle of NYC, and they are absolutely delicious. We ordered two cocktails, took some pictures on the terrace overlooking the city, stayed about an hour and had a really nice time.

We came to see a fantastic panorama on new york. We were appealed by signs on the street. However when we arrived on the top floor it appeared that the outside patio was closed. As others have signaled in this review forum, this is not well indicated at all. The temperature in the rooftop bar was very high. Way too expensive: 30 dollars for two pints 🤣🙈

The view is wonderful. Good cocktails (a little too sweet for my taste though).$50 minimum per person if you want to sit outside (which is understandable). Our server did not tell us that the 18% gratuity was included in the bill. So check your receipt carefully before you leave.

Fancy location with an amazing view on Midtown. I loved the mini-hamburgers!

Fantastic.Went here for drinks.If youre looking for a bar with a view and a bit of prestige, this is it! Booking in advance is recommended.

Great view... Service was good. Slider trio was quite good actually. Expensive, but worth the visit.

Really nice place! It’s inside the Hyatt of Times Square. We didn’t have reservations but they let us in for the bar which we were grateful. it took about 30 min to get drinks—the bar was slammed, he was making drinks for the dine in guests as well. Other than that, the rooftop view of the city was great. The chairs outside had no padding so it wasn’t too comfy to sit. They add an automatic tip to the drinks. A glass of wine was $22, which is a bit pricey in my opinion. The food looked yummy though, I wish we could’ve eaten there!

We went last night and Cristina our waitress was amazing. The food and drinks were really good on top of it she made it a really great personal experience. So down to earth. Plus can’t beat the gorgeous rooftop view of New York City!

Brilliant place . Amazing Location . One of the Highlights of our Marathon Weekend

Bar 54 in New York is a great place to enjoy a fantastic view of the city whilst having a nice relaxing drink. The staff were super super friendly and helpful. The beers and cocktails were lovely. Definitely a place to visit, more than once.

I had the worst customer service experience in my entire adult life! I asked for lemons for my water and she just sat it on the table without saying a word. My card was taken to start a running tab but I noticed the tables surrounding me were not asked the same. In disbelief I continued to watch this behavior. Ordered our drinks which were actually fantastic. When I asked for a water refill 10 minutes passed and I seen her checking on other tables. I asked again as she passed our table and she said she would get to it after serving everyone else. All this time passed when the water refill station was a few steps away. She could have literally turned around. It wasn’t busy! She filled the water without saying a single word, sat the canter on the table and walked away! I seen a woman walking by and asked was she the manager and she was so I kindly addressed my concerns about the poor customer service. The “manager” made excuses without an apology. I politely asked to check out the tab. I noticed the hostess and manager talking but the hostess continued serving the other tables and never came back. The manager brought the bill and I further expressed my disappointments. The manager apologized with added excuses but never a mention to make things right. I walked out to the terrace to take photos and noticed being watched by the manager and the hostess so I waved and that did for me. We left at that moment. The hostess was very tentative to the other tables so I can’t help but conclude that this was about race. Sadly, I don’t believe the manager or hostess cared how we felt because their actions showed this. So disappointed our time was wasted. No excuses for the behaviors.

Service was great, prices were ok for this area and bathroom was clean. They have a decent selection of drinks available, but a 18% gratitude will always be added.

Pricey cocktails but the view is so amazing!!

Awesome spot for great views. Such an awesome find- simple sharing food that is done really well. That combined with the spectacular views over Manhattan make it a must do

Atmosphere and service was nice we went to experience the the highest rooftop bar in town. Just had 2 cocktails and a desert. The total was $90 with 18% gratuity included.

The view and the drinks are amazing. The staff are really accommodating and polite. The food was horrible. The chicken sliders were dry and the flatbread was soft and a mess. This is more of a drink spot then a dinner one. If you’re hungry, plan for somewhere else.

We hadnt reserved, but the super-friendly staff let us walk in for a couple of drinks at 4pm on a Friday. It goes without saying that this bar provides one of the best south facing views to accompany drinks in the city from its 54th Floor. The drinks were just above average in price, but not crazy, especially given the great service and well above average views. We felt a little cheeky at first going out and taking a few pictures, but to be fair everyone was at it so we joined in. Views aside, the bar had a nice feel and we enjoyed our stay, not once did we feel rushed to leave.

Visited on February 25th. Our reservation was at 9:30pm. loved the rooftop, it was quite, classy and enjoyable view. Our drinks were amazing and service/hots were friendly as well. Loved the Moscow Mules and Bed of Roses.I took two stars off because I had an unpleasant incident at the security on the first floor. We showed up on time and we were let in at the correct time however the security guy had an attitude and was not welcoming.I am always nice to the staff as is their job to keep the business safe, but the security gentleman was not in its best attitude. I had to go downstair to get one of my friends after 20 minutes and the security guy acted like he had never seen me. I showed him the reservation sms/message and he said that I had to call my other friends from rooftop to come get us in. He was assuming that I made up the message. The tone of his voice and the way that he was acting was shocking. I had just come out and the way that we were treated was poor. One of the hostes came down, and let us in. The host, a nice gentleman, was very understandable. However his behaviour ruinned our night but the good drinks and service made up for it.Thanks!

They ask you to make a reservation just to have a drink in the bar, then make you wait an hour after you’ve made it before they let you in. If you cancel they charge a cancellation fee to your card. Way too many other better places nearby. Had a great time at the RLounge without any hassle

Avoid this place if youre not staying in the Hyatt Centric. The staff does their best, but the basic concept of a reservation is completely broken.Normal reservation: you have a table.Bar 54 reservation: Stand at a high table at the outdoor bar and wait indefinitely for someone to leave.The reason for this is that hotel guests can come and go as they please, but patrons from outside the hotel are absolutely shafted. On top of this they will charge you $25/person if you miss or cancel your reservation without 24 hours notice.The overpriced drink was good. The view was amazing. The experience was overall a major disappointment. I would probably return if staying in the hotel, otherwise I will not be back.Also of note is that smoking and vaping appear to be allowed on the roof. I dont really mind, but others might.

The waiter forgot about our order until we told the manager that it was 30 min that we are waiting for the drinks and the bar was not busy at all. They served 3 tables first who came after us and they didnt give us a discount for this misservice. BESIDES they included 18% tip charge in the check for the horrible service for 2 people. I dont recommend the place, plus they have a construction so you cannot go outside to see the views. Bad service. Very upset. If I get a refund or discount I will remove this review.

If you are in Times Square and you want to ruin your evening, please visit. The rudest people you will come across who are only interested in making money off of you. There is no concept of hospitality or courtesy or customer and their voice. Bar54 staff and management, you are representing Hyatt? You are representing an industry that runs on customer-centricity? Shocking!! Provide some basic training to your staff on how to conduct themselves and talk to customers. Then even think about running a bar that serves overpriced drinks and bad memories. To conclude, sometimes just trust these reviews. These exist for a reason. Cheers!

This place was such a great spot to catch some amazing views. While I wish they offered more food options the drinks were fantastic. Its 21+ and requires reservations so make sure you plan ahead. Gino was amazing helping us with our reservation after a last minute schedule change. Definitely worth going to for a drink or 2 😁

We showed up early for a few cocktails during the sunset.... BEAUTIFUL VIEWS! The vibe was great, the staff was amazing, the drinks were good, but expect to spend a lot of money here! We are from Michigan, so all of NYC is $$$ to us, but this place was about $100 for 4 drinks. Well worth the views and the vibe. We left after sundown and the line to get up the elevator was super long - glad we went early!

The view is great especially outside during sunset. Not a lot of options for food. Mostly good for chilling, enjoying the view and having snacks

Cool rooftop. Nice drinks and environment.

Amazing place and great ambience. The views from the rooftop are beautiful. The cocktails are delicious too. The bar food is mediocre but I guess thats to be expected. Another good thing is that this places doesnt mandate a dress code.

Celebrated my fiance birthday here. Great service, food, and drinks

I came with a friend after the Broadway music, I ordered 1 glass of champagne and the waiter said that my friend should order something too, although she didn’t want anything. I asked to bring the rules of the bar, where it is written that every guest is obliged to order, the waiter did not bring written evidence and was very rude to this request. I said I would take it off to send it to the management that the bar is forced to take extra drinks or refuses service. This waiter knocked out my phone and was rude, without providing any evidence of extortion of the order. I think it’s terrible and humiliating.The views are good in the bar, but the energy of consumerism.

Cold beers, good food, friendly staff and nice view / atmosphere. highly recommended.

The roof top bar is nice but not really worth the price there are better bars with better views, food, and drinks. I got a glass of coke for $5. I also got some crab cake sliders and they were gross. I wouldnt come here. There are definitely better bars elsewhere. The hotel is really nice though.

I don’t know how this place has 4 stars. The food was totally inedible. I don’t say that lightly. It’s all clearly pre-cooked, bulk warehouse food. The chicken “sliders” - frozen pre-cooked chicken strips used in salads - reeked. The chips are generic brand lays. The cocktails aren’t well balanced. The staff is kind, but the service is slow. This could all be overlooked at a dive bar, but this place is unreasonably expensive (e.g., $25 for a mediocre cocktail). The only reason you’d come here is the view.

Good views from the terrace, but beware if you leave your inside table to go outside, they will reallocate it to someone else

The balcony was closed, the drinks was way over priced, we had reservations at 9, was not many people there when we arrived they gave us a terrible seats I ask to be moved to a couch but they refused because we had only two people. Definitely not worth the price

This was my first dining (and drinking) experience in New York and it was amazing! Sam and Gabi are the kindest people in New York! I don’t know if any restaurant in New York will top the service I received here, plus the views are amazing!

Excellent drinks and service. Server had deep knowledge on proper drinks and the views from roof top bar are breathtaking! A must visit!

The location is exceptional, and the small plates are very good.Somewhat disappointed with the possibility of eating outside on the terrace, we were told that you could not take food from inside outside, however others did so in full view of the same employees.

Great after work spot to have a few cocktails and small bites. Cute bar that seats about six. Ample seats for dining that offers both an intimate night and beautiful panoramic views of the city. Service is quick and most of all food is delectable. Highly recommend!

My fiancé and I went on Friday and had a lovely time, the view and drinks were great. We wanted to take our family back the next day, however we ended up leaving very promptly. One of my family members was a recovering alcoholic and did not want a beverage and was asked to leave. My father who is handicapped and also did not want to order a beverage and he was also told he can leave. Sad you have to have a alcoholic beverage to be able to enjoy some time out with family.

Overall this is a great place. The views are amazing, drinks are delicious, and small bites compliment them well. The atmosphere is relaxed yet playful all at once and the staff here are very friendly, kind, and go out of their way to ensure you have a positive experience. Shout out to Justin and Christina. They went above and beyond to provide the highest quality of service and hospitality. I definitely recommend this place. Its a great spot to chill with friends or relax after a long day with drinks and great views of the city.

I took my wife to Bar 54 for drinks before our dinner reservation at Le Rock. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the drinks were decent. However, we were not impressed by the view. The skyline is blocked by all of the nearby buildings making it difficult to see anything worthwhile. There are definitely better rooftop views in Manhattan.

The cocktails are ok, but very expensive 20+$. The view is beautifull! So the star is for that only. The service is rediculously bad. They are happy to give you a bad table. If you request to be seated at a window they will not reseat you even after tables become available. Ordering a drink is difficult. Staff do not pay any attention to the customers.

My new favorite rooftop bar in NYC!The view is breathtaking 😍😍😍Amazing cocktails and food!Friendly staff too. Definitely recommend!

We went here after a broadway play and were excited to see the view. I had heard great things and wanted to check it out but I was very dissatisfied with my experience. First, when we walked in the hostess stopped us immediately and was very rude and snotty. She asked us if we were staying at the hotel, we said no, then she asked us if we had a “black card” and we again said no. She then informed us we had to order drinks only at the bar in the back, which already had a decent line, and then we could take our drinks outside. It was raining and we did not want to sit out there the whole time. It was a 30 minute wait for 1 drink as there was only 1 bartender for the everyone. The other bar was “reserved” and nobody could order from him. The people in line with us and behind us were also extremely frustrated and we saw 4 separate groups leave while waiting for a drink. We ended up getting 2 very overpriced drinks and then leaving shortly after. There are literally hundreds of bars you can go to in NYC so make sure to avoid this place. The hostess was so rude it started our experience badly from the start. Do not go here!!

Amazing view! This is definitely worth visiting if its one of your first times in NYC (or even your 20th to be honest). Its a very modern layout and they utilize the small bar area very well. The bartender that served us was very nice and accommodating. My family was apprehensive at first (why go to a bar...), but once they saw the view they were happy they visited.

New years eve party was really fun.

Daughter brought me there for my birthday after a show. They were very accommodating, view was great, got to meet some really nice people. Drinks were delicious, paying over $113.00 for four was a wee bit much.

We stayed at Hyatt Centric Times Square and Bar 54 is the adults only bar located at the top of the hotel. Reservations are required regardless if staying at the hotel or not, but its a painless online experience. Its a roomy indoor space with a very cozy outdoor patio with views of Times Square. Seating is very comfortable, with lounge chairs outside and couches inside, with lots of pillows around, gives me the feeling of hanging out at our bougie friends house. Servers are very friendly and helpful, and the bartenders are excellent at their craft. Drinks are pretty pricey, each cocktail hovers close to $20 each with shots of Patron being similar in price. Theres also beer, wine, and spirits made to your preference. Gratuity was included for our party of 3. Overall, its a great place to hangout with buddies with a spectacular view of the city.

Really unique drink menu, something for everyone. The cost pays for the wonderful view and experience. Glass ranging from $18 to $40. Bottles seen from $90 to $365.Beautifully themed ceiling, tables, bill/check holders, comfy seats, dim romantic lights. A safe rooftop view with high clear baracades for safety. Maybe 20 to 40 seats near the view as well. Some were covered. Loved it!

Nice bar. Surprisingly unpretentious. Typical prices for a rooftop bar in NYC. And speaking of rooftops...fantastic view looking south. Downtown looks spectacular framed by the BofA building and the H&M building. Id say this is in my top 5 favorite rooftop bars in the city. Definitely worth a drink or 2.

No respect for reservations or requests... They over book them place... The whole point of making a reservation is to be seated when you arrive. Also, the point of a rooftop bar this overpriced is either to use a balcony or be seated next to the window for the view otherwise there are tens of better bars around the corner....

Great place to grab a drink in down town NYC. The cocktails were unbelievable and everyone of the staff extremely polite!

DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY. Possibly the worst establishment of its kind in the city. When youre charged $21 for a modest $10 pour of Woodford, you cant just say youre paying for the view because thats what theyre hitting you with the $50 minimum per-person for. If that wasnt uncompetitive enough, staff is also unwilling/unable to produce any standard cocktail not on their remarkably small menu. Comically bad wine selection, so bad it doesnt even qualify as a selection (the most appealing cabernet is Klinker Brick, a Lodi zinfandel label) Beer selection also miniature and bad, $12 per bottle. Sparse food options. Mediocre service. Will charge you for cancellation.

Tricky review to write because this place is one of a kind, and yet is had some serious drawbacks. The location and view is only thing keeping it from 3 stars. When we arrived, we were questioned about the texting services through Resy because apparently they were trying to only accomodate hotel guests due to light staff. That being said, we were still sat and treated well outside the hostess situation being a bad start to our experience. Drinks were delicious and you cant complain about price when the quality is their and includes their view of Times Square. What I dont appreciate, is we dined and drank in over 12 places and this was the only place that automatically incorporated a tip when it was only a party of 3. Dont like that it was not verbally disclosed to me or stated on Resy when booking. Plus, it was only 18%. Not a fair amount even for good service, I tip 25% and this discourages folks from tipping additional when its not disclosed and added to small parties.

Lol! Had reservations at 9 and was asked to wait outside until a text letting us know that the table was ready. This would of been perfectly fine, if people without reservation were not allowed to enter ahead of us. To make it better, when we got to the roof top we were told that the outside was first come first serve and we’re welcome to sit we’re available OR in the standing room. when informed that we had a reservation, the host frantically looked at the waiting list and told us that it would be a long wait. WHAT A JOKE!!!!!!

Definitely worth it! The drinks were good and the view was fantastic! I recommend it even if you go just for the view. There is a standing area that you can get in without reservation but you should make a reservation if you plan to get a table and eat.

Great rooftop view, the prices upstairs are a little to high. But the atmosphere is dark and cozy. They have precautions for rain and snow, so you can still enjoy the outside deck.

Spectacular views and really unique cocktails! Service was prompt and friendly. You need a reservation to get in, but I assure you that its worth it. Highly recommend!

A dear friend was in town and had never been to a rooftop bar in the city before. In the Times Square area it’s hard to find a nice quality place with a view and good service but this bar delivered on all fronts.The view was spectacular, drinks quite good and our lovely server Morgan was incredibly helpful, attentive and professional. Go at sunset and with someone you cherish.

Its amazing! Face to downtown Manhattan, especially world trade center. Price is resonable and service is good!

As a employee who works in tine square I used to go here frequently before the pandemic. Spent countless dollars here for a good year. I showed up recently and one of the security/hotel staff stopped me in my tracks as Im about to get on the elevator & told me only hotel guests are allowed to the rooftop bar. I went to Pod 39 instead & enjoyed myself there.

Half of the restaurant has a poor view, youre not allowed on the patio, and compulsory gratuity make for a poor experience. Went in with high hopes which were quickly dashed by slow, lackluster service and a view rivaled by the local pizza joints.

My friend was visiting from Texas, & wanted to go to a rooftop bar, so my friend suggested this one. We made a reservation on resy (which is listed here on Google Maps) for the patio at 7:30; they required a $50 minimum per person, but thats easy with the cost of the drinks & food. It seems like they priced things in such a way that you have to buy 3 things. We ate beforehand, so we just opted to get 3 cocktails each. Our waitress was Jay, I hope I spelled that correctly. She was very knowledgeable & kind. They dont rush you to get drinks/food because they expect you to want to enjoy the full 90 minutes. The view was absolutely stunning! The 2 seater tables are right against the glass edge, so we got to see everything & take some fabulous pictures throughout our time there. They usually have new reservations every 90 minutes, but the people after us didnt show up, so we were able to see the sunset & moon rise... absolutely beautiful! You can see the NYE ball, both rivers, & straight through to the southern tip of Manhattan. At the end of the patio theres an area where they dont seat anyone so everyone is able to take pictures at the corner edge. Theres even a free binocular telescope on that end if you want to see the landscape more closely. I dont have the best hearing, but 54 floors up I couldnt hear the hustle & bustle of Times Square below. The drinks were tasty, & not watered down or over-juiced like I was worried they might be, but not so strong to get you drunk over 90+ minutes. For my 3 cocktails, & the included 18% gratuity, my tab was about $89. On our way out we decided to hang out a bit longer, so we sat at the bar & got one more cocktail with Jacques... he is an amazing bartender, both in personality & craft!I forget the name of the first drink I had... but they do change things up a couple of times a year for the season, so they arent all always available... but, the second drink was Purple Rain, the third was an espresso martini, & the last was Cloud 9. My friend had 3 dirty martinis which she said were really good & an espresso martini.

Cant comment on the prices or the atmosphere but I can say the weekend managers and weekday staff need some more training. Our flight got in late so we were unable to make our Thursday night 20:30 reservations. Called the bar @ 19:45 and explained the situation. Asked if we can reschedule for Sunday night @ 21:00. We were told yes that is no problem. All is well or so we think. Show up to Bar 54 at 21:04 Sunday evening and find out we dont have a reservation. The nice man at the front door called up to the manager. Manager says cant get us in and we dont take reservation over the phone. That is fine then teach your employees or other managers how to answer the phone and properly handle questions. Their solution to make it right was scan the qr code and wait to see if the next reservation doesnt show up.

Great views, The reservation system is flawed, service is spotty at best, until we ended up with a 3rd server who was amazing! I dont recall her name but she is an Army veteran. Drinks were really good!

Nice place, delicious cocktails,  a little bit expensive but it deserves the price.

Great view but service and wait staff’s behavior need a huge improvement

Bartenders really bring the vibe and keep the energy up, and drinks are well made. Large bar space and large seating if you have a lot of people in your group.

Very disappointing. Server was rude. Gratuity was added to check without knowledge. Thank goodness someone beside us ordered food told us to go order somewhere else. The view was great but only outside in the cold. A few high tops only in the restaurant.

Great bar with excellent drinks and amazing views of midtown from the windows and the terrace. A bit too expensive though.

We were very very disappointed about this bar. The service is absolutely garbage. The waitress that was serving us were missing almost all our drinks. She got confused between appetizers and drinks and made us feel guilty about “she paying for it”. On top of that, she tipped her self 18%!! Without asking us. - She acted so weird the whole time!After I gave my feedback to the manager, she came and confronted me being absolutely rude.Btw, her name is Gaby! Do not waste your money!!

Great views of the city. Chill vibe.

Very pretty and classy rooftop bar with a beautiful view. We reached early to take a seat at the edge and got one. The tables ( outside where you can sit and enjoy the view) are all reserved for those who need table service. If you just want to grab a drink from the bar you will have to sit inside. The only thing I did not like about this place. The drink menu is very good, obviously over priced. The view and vibe of this place is really good, good weather adds another 10 points to the experience.

Was unbelievably beautiful! Everything about this place was perfect.A bit pricey, but sooo worth it

Very nice view! Time Square right under you ) good cocktails

The place was cozy and lovely. However, we were told that we can keep our stuff and once we get the drink, we can go outside to the roof. We confirmed that, our table will be there. After few time, when we came back inside, our table was gone already. Someone else was sitting there. Even our food was gone from the table. We came all the way from Boston to enjoy some time. And, while asking about the table being taken, the server directly asked if I want the bill.We in fact wanted to stayed there another hours or so.We were just handed the bill in our hand so quick and servers left again. We had no table or other surface, where we can sign the bill etc. The servers just left. We still however, gave server the tip.We had to leave the sign receipts at some side table.We felt so unwelcome and rude. It was really a bad experience!!

Although it was a rainy, foggy evening, the views were amazing! First class views, cocktails, & service. It doesnt get much better. Cheers!

Great rooftop bar. Excellent scenery. Also has an inside option for those who want to keep warm (or cold during the summer), or just want to be cozy and intimate. Lots of nooks to hide out in.

Beautiful view, tasty drinks and great service!

While this bar offers a great view of the city, the only thing higher up than the bar in this hotel are the prices. Its fun for a quick drink to take in the view, but stay too long, and you might be washing dishes in the basement. Its also a bit tourist-trappy, but that comes with the Times Square territory.

Amazing rooftop bar, with a 5 star view on Midtown & Time Square