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Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge, New York, NY
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Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge

3.9 (3748)
$30 and under
American
485 Fashion Ave, New York, NY 10018

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Hot spot
  • Great for scenic views
Experience New York City’s largest all-season indoor and outdoor rooftop bar featuring multiple bars, live DJs, bar bites, cocktails, rotating seasonal pop-ups, and epic views of the Empire State Building skyline. Located on the 18th floor, this rooftop bar offers unobstructed views of the Empire State Building and is situated in the heart of Midtown, just blocks from New York City’s most popular destinations, including Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, the Theater District, and Times Square.

We are a 21+ venue, except during our brunch hours on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 am to 3 pm, which is open to all ages. Physical ID is required; copies are not accepted. All reservations have a 15-minute grace period.
Reservations are optional. Walk-ins and large groups are strongly encouraged.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Lounge
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Wed 17:00–00:00 Thu 17:00–02:00 Fri 17:00–04:00 Sat 15:30–04:00 Sun 15:30–00:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 268-0188
  • Website
    https://taogroup.com/venues/magic-hour-rooftop-bar-lounge/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    With 10,000 square feet of multi-purpose space, the all-season rooftop is a perfect place for special events. Event planning, catering by Tao Group Hospitality and advanced audiovisual services are available upon request. Email us at MoxyTSNYEvents@taogroup.com or call us at 212.268.1488 for immediate answers.
  • Location
    485 Fashion Ave, New York, NY 10018
  • Area
    Midtown West
  • Cross Street
    7th Avenue between 36th and 37th Streets
  • Parking details
    24-Hour parking lot150 West 38th StreetNew York, NY 10018Between 7th Avenue & Broadway212-398-0547
  • Public transit
    A,B,C,D,E,F,1,2,3
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Full Bloom at Magic Hour – West Terrace

    Multiple dates available
    Escape to a floral fantasy 18 floors above Times Square. Full Bloom is a limited-time pop-up on Magic Hour’s West Terrace, featuring oversized pastel blooms, garden-inspired cocktails, and skyline views. Now through September 2025.

  • Rosé All Day Package

    US$65.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    It's always a rosé kind of day at Magic Hour! Make your experience extra special and add on our 1.5L bottle of La Vieille Ferme Rosé for only $65. Best for groups of 4-6.
    Rosé All Day Package photo

  • But First, Champagne

    US$98.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrating something special or just want to pop some champagne? Enjoy a bottle of our Veuve Clicquot Brut for $98. Best for groups of 2-4.
    But First, Champagne photo

Offers

  • Weekend Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:30 - 15:00,Sat - 11:30 - 15:00
    Enjoy a lively, all-season rooftop brunch featuring our iconic Super Stack Pancakes with cotton candy, brunch cocktails, epic Empire State Building views, and more. For a limited time only, enjoy the biggest cookie croissant in all of Manhattan – The Big AF Crookie. Available during brunch hours only.

    Weekend Brunch photo

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 17:00 - 18:30
    Head to Magic Hour and join us for the best Happy Hour in Midtown! Enjoy $4 Fries, $6 Beer, $8 Wine, and $10 Mixed Drinks every Monday - Friday from 5PM - 6:30 PM. Happy Hour is available at East and West Bar only.

Menu

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What 3,748 people are saying

Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.7Food
  • 3.7Service
  • 4.0Ambience
  • 3.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge offers stunning views of the Empire State Building and "delicious food and drinks." The lively atmosphere, "fun cocktails," and "amazing staff" create a memorable experience. While service can be inconsistent and seating may be unconventional, the venue's unique decor and vibe make it a noteworthy destination.
3,748 Reviews

  1. Amy

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately the roof was not opened up becUe there was a threat of rain showers when we went and we were not seated in the room with the carousel, so it was like being in any lounge. The food was decent and the service was good, as well, but it was a bit of a letdown for our family

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  2. Jennifer

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my birthday here and it was such a success. I loved the scenery & the view of the city is amazing.

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  3. Kelsey

    Miami - Dade1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 1 June 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I'm confused as to the quality of service at this location. I came in with friends and we placed our drink orders in. They said "No we don't have this specific cordial" and I'm confused as to why they don't have a Peach Schnapps when it's a popular liqueur that other drinks would have (Green tea shots, sangrias, sex on the beach, Fuzzy navel, etc.) . She catches an attitude about it, but I drop it. Fine, weird that a bar doesn't have a main ingredient of a popular shot (green tea shots are Jameson, peach schnapps and sour mix). My friend orders another drink and that goes fine. We place our food order in. I ask for French toast and home fries. In that order We receive our food. My friends get theirs perfectly fine and I'm only handed my home fries. I tell the server "Hey I'm missing something" and she proceeds to tell me that it's a dessert food and if I wanted to put it in to order now. When did I say I wanted the French toast separate from all of our my friends' food? I never said I wanted it to be after. The waitress didn't even tell me she was going to put it in separate. I was a-taken back by this assumption, as I am a server/bartender myself, but I always ask my guests if they want their food separate, altogether, coursed out. It felt as a petty way to get "back at me" for the questioning of spirits at the bar The table over with the same waitress got the French toast and eggs together. What was different between me placing my order with my friends and being told "oh it's a dessert kind of meal" and the table next to us? Lack of quality service. Offended by this interaction

    2 people found this helpful

  4. Chadd

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Great vibe. Unfortunately they forgot some of our food. It also didn’t help being seated next to another table that featured a boss-level Karen.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Juan

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall experience was good. Food was good with taste. There was an await however for cocktails and a miss on who ordered what. One server with half a rooftop of service

    2 people found this helpful

  6. Matthew

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    So we reserved seating a few days prior to visiting New York, having been to Magic Hour before. Upon arriving we were put in a fantastic table by the kitchen with amazing views that were similar to ones you’d see at a Chili’s in Omaha, Nebraska. Kind of defeats the point of being on a rooftop in Manhattan. The esthetics were fun in the flower room with the bench carousel. Mind you this would have been great if it wasn’t for the small army of girls attending a sweet 16. What a treat. When we asked to be reseated, the waitress said there was nothing available. So we ordered. I asked for a cocktail called low energy, which has Red Bull in it. So 25 minutes goes by, I finally wave the waitress down and she says they were out of Watermelon Red Bull, what else can I get you? Honestly I don’t care what’s in the drink, at least give me the heads up so I can order something else or take the elevator back downstairs and buy the restaurant a 6 pack of them. So then we finally got our food, probably some of the best microwaved chicken tenders I’ve had in my life. Same quality as a gas station in Gary, Indiana? Debatable. But I’m no food expert. Upon leaving the group I was with wanted to go see the rooftop section to the left, which looks out towards the Empire State Building, go figure, there’s roughly 5 people out there. I asked the bartender out there if it was busy out here for the last hour or two. He says “no, would you guys like a seat, I can get you a waiter? So that was fun to hear. Overall pretty disappointed in most aspects.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Dr. Danielle VIP

    Orange County25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the first meal we had when we touched down in New York. There are two sides to the rooftop bar. One is an open side that gives you a great view of the Empire State building. Well, the other one is like a fairytale with large flowers and colorful Decor. We got the French toast, which was absolutely amazing. Perfect to share between two people. And two little lobster sliders. We almost finished everything, but there was just a little bit of the French toast left. Totally worth it! 

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  8. Sarah

    Hampshire3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The roof top looked very pretty with the flowers and the carousel but when we sat down that’s where it ended! The drinks were extortionate. Very limited menu .. $19 for a few chicken strips!! Really disappointed! You could only see the view if you were stood up but hard to do that when the tables round the edge were taken. It was a treat for our daughters for their 18th birthday but it sadly wasn’t worth it apart from the pictures of the carousel! It’s a shame because if they offered a more varied menu for brunch and also offered good coffee and soft drinks it would have been a fun place to be.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Kevin VIP

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 30 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    First of all, the hostess sat me in a dark corner where I couldn’t see a thing. Secondly, my waitress didn’t understand nor speak great English, which clearly doesn’t help. Food and drink were good though. Thank the Lord the manager was very good at her job and was the only saving grace throughout my evening. Will ask for her again because it wouldn’t have gone so smoothly without her! Thanks Allie and I’ll see you the next time I’m around!

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  10. Cheryl

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Didn't have food- drinks, view, and atmosphere were great! Service a bit slow but likely only our server. Overall loved it! Great vibe for all!

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Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge is rated 3.9 stars by 3748 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge

485 Fashion Ave, New York, NY 10018

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    7th Avenue between 36th and 37th Streets
  • Area
    Midtown West
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Wed 17:00–00:00 Thu 17:00–02:00 Fri 17:00–04:00 Sat 15:30–04:00 Sun 15:30–00:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Lounge
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    24-Hour parking lot150 West 38th StreetNew York, NY 10018Between 7th Avenue & Broadway212-398-0547
  • Public transit
    A,B,C,D,E,F,1,2,3
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://taogroup.com/venues/magic-hour-rooftop-bar-lounge/
  • Phone number
    (212) 268-0188
  • Private party facilities
    With 10,000 square feet of multi-purpose space, the all-season rooftop is a perfect place for special events. Event planning, catering by Tao Group Hospitality and advanced audiovisual services are available upon request. Email us at MoxyTSNYEvents@taogroup.com or call us at 212.268.1488 for immediate answers.

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