| Tue | 03:00 pm -02:00 am |
| Wed | 03:00 pm -02:00 am |
| Thu | 03:00 pm -02:00 am |
| Fri | 03:00 pm -04:00 am |
| Sat | 04:00 pm -04:00 am |
| Sun | 04:00 pm -01:00 am |
A fun place located in an amazing spot. The view is incredible.
They put great music and the vibes are amazing.
Loved it, I definitely will come back!
Monarch Rooftop is very famous rooftop near Herald Square. The view is amazing with Empire State Building in the front. This is the only place from where Macy's Building, which the largest superstore down, can be viewed.
They have good drinks and food. Rooftop area is also comfortable. Friendly staff.
You need to be well dressed to enter. They consider dressing as one of the criteria when it is crowded.
had a girls night out and cant wait for the warmer weather to enjoy the Monarch roof top...views are amazing, drinks were great but expensive as expected. The sound system and music made you want to get up and dance, lots of "pretty" people and obvious the management hires "Eye Candy" for both male and female clientele as gal at entrance could be a Model and Big Mike had my attention. Security was visible but not over bearing and NO COVER CHARGE unheard of in NY...with music, views and a place to be... will be back in warmer weather for sure
I just can't wait when I'll come back here, this place has nice view to Empire State Building. Great favorite drinks and music, good security. Great view of the city! I feel like flying to Monarch Bar right now.
If it weren't for the one bad experience I had with the bartender, this review would be 5-stars. To start off, I should say that basically I was getting my friends the drinks they wanted (3 x Jack and cokes and 1 x cherry vodka). I thought I heard the jack and coke was 15 dollars each, so I as I got 20 bucks from each of my friends who wanted it, I expected to get 5 bucks change each. The cherry vodka was only 12 bucks, so I expected the 8 bucks change. What happened after? I thought there was a mistake in the change I received, so I mistakenly gave the bartender some of the change back to make things right with the change I thought he mistakenly gave me (with him thinking I was tipping him). After I understood that the jack and coke was 13 bucks each, then I recalculated until I finally figured out how I ended up with the change I got, so I asked him briefly for the 11 bucks back so I could pay him in card for the tip, and much to his misunderstanding, eventually gives me back the 11 bucks but starts cursing at me, hitting the bar table, giving me the hand to get out of there, and telling me that "it's the last time I'm ever going to order from the bar again" as though he thinks that it's in his control, all of which I found highly disrespectful, particularly because first off, I don't owe him anything more than the cost of the drink; second off, I said I would pay the tip with my card, I wasn't simply asking for it back. After I got the 11 back temporarily, I went and asked each of my friends how much to tip the bartender, they all said he can just keep the change, and I ended up giving him the entire 29 bucks change ((13x3) + 12 = 51) ((20x4) - 51 = 29), and the tension lasted immediately. I should say that the bartender was lucky that it wasn't my money because if it were, I would've told him that after the way he just behaved, he just lost his tip. I ended up making friends with the dude, but this cannot happen again.
Another weird situation, but not as extreme, was when I asked another bartender much later for water using 4 fingers on my hand (for 3 friends plus me), I don't know what her intent was but she just gives me one bottle which I knew that if I took, I'd have to pay, causing me to think she was trying play with my money, but then I had to give her the hand with 4 fingers for the second time, with her returning the bottle back to where it belonged and giving me the simple 4 cups of water I explicitly asked for.
Other than that, I had quite some experience with the club, how polite people and even the bottle service ladies actually behaved as it's not one of those clubs that considers themselves as "high-class", and even security were not so feisty for once.
I work in the area and love this place when the weather is nice as the views and fresh air are invigorating. Have been going here for a while and have seen little changes and big changes and lets face it, places like this have a tendency to have a staff that is always changing. The gal downstairs checking Id's was adorable, Adam the manager gave me his card and was full of positive energy. The new manager who was overseeing the upstairs elevator, while maintaining traffic in front of the elevator, and assisting with the restroom was amazing and really friendly also. I was with one of my co-workers and showing her what an amazing place the Monarch was. Adam and the new manager who's name i did not get were beyond awesome, she was impressed how professional the staff was... and loved the music.
Went for a party on a Saturday night. The DJ was abismal. He played so many good songs but did the same techno beat behind every one. The upgrades in decor makes it a great place to come for small groups or large parties. But the seating is limited, so you might be standing/dancing the whole time. Cool venue, needs better music
I spent months looking for the perfect spot to propose and couldn't be more happy with the folks at Monarch and the hard work they put in to make it happen. There are a lot of "rooftop proposal services" in NY but I can't stress enough to go with these folks instead if that's what you're going for as I don't think anyone else will offer the personal touch that they do. Special shout-out to Ksenia, Christina, Andrea, and Andrew for making this one of the best nights of our lives!
Nothing was too much trouble.. staff were discreet but attentive.. (and Christine has a gorgeous smile lol) views were truly breathtaking... And just kept getting better as the sun started to set.
Where do i start ? this place is one of the best roof top bars you can go to . The breathe taking view of empire state building , great drinks , amazing music on weekends ,go go dancers , smart and gorgeous waiters and waitresses, bar staff that knows how to make the perfect drink and security staff that don't act on impulse and are highly professional . I have
made it a routine to visit them on a weekly basis because they are all like family now. I have seen people get kicked out of the bar, but you know what when there is a lot of alcohol involved people do loose control . If you could keep your drinks down and be respectful to others , i can guarantee that everyone will have a great time. Yes there is private events like any other bars and during those days you are not allowed in , so just be mindful about that.
Where do i start ? this place is one of the best roof top bars you can go to . The breathe taking view of empire state building , great drinks , amazing music on weekends ,go go dancers , smart and gorgeous waiters and waitresses, bar staff that knows how to make the perfect drink and security staff that don't act on impulse and are highly professional . I have
made it a routine to visit them on a weekly basis because they are all like family now. I have seen people get kicked out of the bar, but you know what when there is a lot of alcohol involved people do loose control . If you could keep your drinks down and be respectful to others , i can guarantee that everyone will have a great time. Yes there is private events like any other bars and during those days you are not allowed in , so just be mindful about that.
It is a turnoff to go to a place for the first time and be denied entrance because there is a "private party" going on. When I explained to the guy at the door that I had friends upstairs waiting for me he changed his tune. I was properly dressed since I work Sundays. No sneakers. No thank top. No sandals. While waiting for the elevators, a group of 5 or 6 people showed up looking like they just came from the beach and the guy at the door had no problem with that. They went in no questions asked. Once I went upstairs there was no "private party" Of course.
It is a turnoff to go to a place for the first time and be denied entrance because there is a "private party" going on. When I explained to the guy at the door that I had friends upstairs waiting for me he changed his tune. I was properly dressed since I work Sundays. No sneakers. No thank top. No sandals. While waiting for the elevators, a group of 5 or 6 people showed up looking like they just came from the beach and the guy at the door had no problem with that. They went in no questions asked. Once I went upstairs there was no "private party" Of course.
Awful service. We stayed in the Marriott which was lovely, they had an offer on food and drink in the Monarch. We went up, asked if the offer was on. The girl said she didn't know, she'd check with someone. She then took out drink order (which was supposed to be part of the offer). After dropping one of our drinks off, she never mentioned the offer she was supposed to be coming back to us about. She then brought my wife's drink. We had to prompt her about the food and drink offer again. Her reply was "the kitchen is closed today". We then had to pay more for the 2 drinks than we would've of we got the food and drink promotion that was supposedly on. That left 2 very hungry and annoyed would be customers. Definitely avoid at all costs!!
Awful service. We stayed in the Marriott which was lovely, they had an offer on food and drink in the Monarch. We went up, asked if the offer was on. The girl said she didn't know, she'd check with someone. She then took out drink order (which was supposed to be part of the offer). After dropping one of our drinks off, she never mentioned the offer she was supposed to be coming back to us about. She then brought my wife's drink. We had to prompt her about the food and drink offer again. Her reply was "the kitchen is closed today". We then had to pay more for the 2 drinks than we would've of we got the food and drink promotion that was supposedly on. That left 2 very hungry and annoyed would be customers. Definitely avoid at all costs!!
If I could leave no stars, I would. I went there last night with a group of friends and was completely talked down to by the bouncer. We stood in line for 30 minutes for the bathroom and when we walked out the bouncer said "you are out!" We were so taken back, we didn't do anything other than go to the bathroom. We asked to speak to a manager several times and they just said get the f*** out. I'm not sure if they had us confused with someone else but regardless, to be spoken and treated that way was absolutely disgusting and completely unprofessional. I'm a 100 lb female, there was absolutely no need to be so aggressive with me or my friends. I'm extremely disappointed because we were having a great time and our waitress was very nice but the person directing the bathroom line and the elevators should be fired. It was a nice place and they completely ruined it for us. Don't go here.
If I could leave no stars, I would. I went there last night with a group of friends and was completely talked down to by the bouncer. We stood in line for 30 minutes for the bathroom and when we walked out the bouncer said "you are out!" We were so taken back, we didn't do anything other than go to the bathroom. We asked to speak to a manager several times and they just said get the f*** out. I'm not sure if they had us confused with someone else but regardless, to be spoken and treated that way was absolutely disgusting and completely unprofessional. I'm a 100 lb female, there was absolutely no need to be so aggressive with me or my friends. I'm extremely disappointed because we were having a great time and our waitress was very nice but the person directing the bathroom line and the elevators should be fired. It was a nice place and they completely ruined it for us. Don't go here.
Monarch was really good. Quick service and friendly staff. The rooftop is really fun and great music. The Manhattan here is really good.
If I could leave no stars, I would. I went there last night with a group of friends and was completely talked down to by the bouncer. We stood in line for 30 minutes for the bathroom and when we walked out the bouncer said "you are out!" We were so taken back, we didn't do anything other than go to the bathroom. We asked to speak to a manager several times and they just said get the f*** out. I'm not sure if they had us confused with someone else but regardless, to be spoken and treated that way was absolutely disgusting and completely unprofessional. I'm a 100 lb female, there was absolutely no need to be so aggressive with me or my friends. I'm extremely disappointed because we were having a great time and our waitress was very nice but the person directing the bathroom line and the elevators should be fired. It was a nice place and they completely ruined it for us. Don't go here.
I have held 4 seasons of New York Fashion Week Celebrations at this venue, the views are always breathtaking, music can be too loud depending on where you sit but always good music, food and drink are great despite a long wait. Management needs to be more educated on celebrity guests and careful not to disrespect them especially to their faces as they are being photographed in front of the monarch logo. I was also recently appalled to be lied to being informed by VIP section according to the monarch only spent $200 in one night when at that same night just one of my guests in my VIP section left with a bill of $400. I have also noticed the recent crowds coming into the monarch are not dressed accordingly, do not behave as I have been assaulted and several of my guests have been inappropriately touched as well. Management and social media management have absolutely no idea who is in their venue even when being directly told who is there, and I just could not be more insulted that I was lied to so greatly on just numbers. Roped off vip sections do not have security posted until long after it becomes a problem, pleasant and polite bar staff, long wait for anything from the bar, I feel used for press and for names. This would have been a 5 star review if I had different experiences but if you want a selfie with a good view while you wait 45 minutes for a drink and get touched and pushed around by just about everyone else in the venue, this is your place to go.
I went here to celebrate my Birthday with friends. Cocktails were not too strong but shots were good. Good music.The waiting increases as you come in late.
Awful service. We stayed in the Marriott which was lovely, they had an offer on food and drink in the Monarch. We went up, asked if the offer was on. The girl said she didn't know, she'd check with someone. She then took out drink order (which was supposed to be part of the offer). After dropping one of our drinks off, she never mentioned the offer she was supposed to be coming back to us about. She then brought my wife's drink. We had to prompt her about the food and drink offer again. Her reply was "the kitchen is closed today". We then had to pay more for the 2 drinks than we would've of we got the food and drink promotion that was supposedly on. That left 2 very hungry and annoyed would be customers. Finally avoid at all costs!!
I dont mind getting denied because my clothes dont fit the dress code, but the doorman could have been more respectful without making you feel like you are not good enough as a person.
Last night was truly amazing. Not just for New York Cares but for me as well. The atmospheric energy was so positive and so inviting that almost every patron in that bar was my new best friend. Whoa. Maybe I had more than I should but it was all well worth it. Anyway, the bar itself had several lounges, televisions, and friendly service. All the drinks were neatly organized which allowed me to select my choices more easily. One of the bartenders who stood out the most that night was named Anna and she accommodated every one of my needs efficiently and with grace. She even checked up on me from time to time when she had the chance and that was greatly appreciated. I will definitely recommend this place for any occasion really. What a blast that was.
Last night was truly amazing. Not just for New York Cares but for me as well. The atmospheric energy was so positive and so inviting that almost every patron in that bar was my new best friend. Whoa. Maybe I had more than I should but it was all well worth it. Anyway, the bar itself had several lounges, televisions, and friendly service. All the drinks were neatly organized which allowed me to select my choices more easily. One of the bartenders who stood out the most that night was named Anna and she accommodated every one of my needs efficiently and with grace. She even checked up on me from time to time when she had the chance and that was greatly appreciated. I will definitely recommend this place for any occasion really. What a blast that was.
Great Daily happy hour specials, and an AMAZING view of NYC! Music and atmosphere was great, as well as the service. Definitely recommend!
Nothing special beyond the view. The service was rather preoccupied, drinks were priced high for how light they were, and it was necessary to scream at the bartenders because the music was turned up so loud.
Large rooftop where to enjoy a beer after work or later at night. Generally an hassle free entrance at the door although a couple of times they tried to charge me (no there is never a cover). The place is large enough to comfortably fit the after work crowd. Have a beer, don't bother trying a drink. Great closeup view of the Empire.
Great views & ambiance. Went fir a after work happy hour and it was so cool.. wish they had better vegetarian option or at least one hot veggie offerings but the drinks were pretty creative..
Good location, great view on the Empire State Building. Relaxing atmosphere. Drinks are rather expensive, as expected on a rooftop bar. It was hard to get a hold on our waitress. We had to wait very long to order drinks. I ordered a cocktail which was very good, and a beer. The beer was just terribly served. I mean, 9 dollar for a beer, IN A CAN? Are you serious? It wasn't even served in a glass... The waitress kinda just threw it on the table and left. I didn't even get the chance to ask why the beer is not served in a glass. Very rude if you ask me. I probably won't visit this place again, as there are plenty of other bars around.
Today was the first time we visited the Monarch Rooftop and it was a disappointment at every step of the way. We called them up at 6:30 p.m. to see if they take reservations. We were advised that they don't (for any time before 8 p.m.) but that we're more than welcome to sit at the bar. So we ventured over only to learn that there was a private event going on and the rooftop would not be available to the public before 7:30 p.m. After we mentioned that we just called 10min ago and no one told us about this, the manager gave us a voucher for two cocktails and said he would make sure we get a table at 7:30 p.m. So we go for a walk, come back and are being send upstairs only to learn that there is no reservation. After I explained our situation to the hostess, she sits us at a table. About 60sec later, she comes back and tells us that there are actually three private events going on, that the table we're sitting at is this not available and that the sign downstairs (which says the rooftop is open to the public starting 7:30 p.m.) is not correct. So we go back down, tell the manager what we just experienced and he blames it on the people upstairs. No apology to us this time so we left very disappointed.
The Monarch Rooftop looked really nice but given what we experienced today, we won't come back and can only rate this place 1 star.
Good location, great view on the Empire State Building. Relaxing atmosphere. Drinks are rather expensive, as expected on a rooftop bar. It was hard to get a hold on our waitress. We had to wait very long to order drinks. I ordered a cocktail which was very good, and a beer. The beer was just terribly served. I mean, 9 dollar for a beer, IN A CAN? Are you serious? It wasn't even served in a glass... The waitress kinda just threw it on the table and left. I didn't even get the chance to ask why the beer is not served in a glass. Very rude if you ask me. I probably won't visit this place again, as there are plenty of other bars around.
Large rooftop where to enjoy a beer after work or later at night. Generally an hassle free entrance at the door although a couple of times they tried to charge me (no there is never a cover). The place is large enough to comfortably fit the after work crowd. Have a beer, don't bother trying a drink. Great closeup view of the Empire.
