Though Manhattan has no golf courses, it is home to some of New York's biggest golf shops, including the New York Golf Center and Golf USA of Manhattan. After shopping for new golf clubs or golf apparel, take a break at a rooftop bar. While Manhattan has some of the area's finest lounges and bars, its rooftop bars take it to a whole new level, literally. Enjoy your favorite cocktail or beer while gazing at the bustling skyline of one of the United States' biggest cities.
Plunge
The Plunge rooftop bar is found in the Hotel Gansevoort---the Meatpacking (MePa) District's only luxury hotel---and gives visitors stunning, 360-degree views of the Hudson River and the nearby cityscape. Patrons line up on the bottom floor and go through a team of bouncers just to access the elevator. If the view through the 20-foot tall floor-to-ceiling windows doesn't stun you, maybe the 60-inch plasma televisions will.
Plunge at Hotel Gansevoort
18 9th Ave.
New York, NY 10014
(212) 206-6700
hotelgansevoort.com
The Delancey
Situated in Manhattan's lower east side, the Delancey's budget-friendly bar menu, featuring regular specials like two-for-one well drinks, is a welcome break from the city's ritzy lounge scene. The lounge encourages patrons to relax and just have fun, as evident in the rooftop zen garden where visitors can chill with a cocktail while enjoying New York's warm summer nights.
The Delancey Lounge
168 Delancey St.
New York, NY 10002-3490
(212) 254-9920
thedelancey.com
Local West
As its name suggests, the Local West bar in midtown is popular with Manhattan residents. The bar and restaurant has four levels, with a roof deck offering breathtaking views of downtown. Down a local lager while enjoying sumptuous finger foods, like fried calamari or Penn potato skins smothered in melted cheese and sour cream.
Local West
1 Penn Plaza
New York, NY 10119-0002
(212) 629-7070
localcafenyc.com
Heights Bar and Grill
The Heights, perched next to the Hudson River, has a rooftop bar, as well as a large restaurant. Its cheap drinks make it a haven for broke college students from nearby Columbia University. It's an ideal spot for your first stop on a Friday night, as its budget-priced shots and well drinks are hard to beat at other venues.
Heights Bar and Grill
2867 Broadway
New York, NY 10025-7805
(212) 866-7035
yelp.com/biz/the-heights-bar-and-grill-new-york-3
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Joshua Duvauchelle is an editor and journalist who has been writing since 2000. His work has appeared in various national and international magazines, including "Honolulu Magazine." Duvauchelle graduated with honors from Trinity Western University, holding a Bachelor of Arts in professional communications, and he earned a certificate in applied leadership and public affairs from the Laurentian Leadership Centre.
