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The Highlight Room NY, New York, NY

The Highlight Room NY

4.6
4.6
46 Reviews
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
The Highlight Room’s real showstopper is the spectacular view of the city through a glass wall that spans the entire width of the room and folds back to allow access to the outdoor terrace. From there, guests can lift a cocktail to the expansive views — north to the Empire State Building, south to the Freedom Tower. The north and south sides of the room are lined with two-toned leather and velvet banquettes positioned to take advantage of the cityscape views from floor-to-ceiling windows.

The bar, set off by wooden arches and antique mirrors, complements the greenery, and elaborate, candelabra-style chandeliers allude to the candles that would illuminate the German garden as evening fell. Layers of premium materials — plaster, brass, velvet upholstery, caramel drapery, terrazzo tiles — add a dose of playful luxury. Although the bar is open to the public, the overall sense is of a swank member’s club, a private Eden commanding the sky above the Lower East Side. Must be 21+.

Additional information

Offers

  • $5 Rosé Golden Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 17:00 - 21:00,Tue - 17:00 - 21:00,Thu - Sat - 17:00 - 20:00
    Join us for Golden Hour views and vibes at the Moxy Lower East Side all-season rooftop every Sunday, and Tuesday through Friday from 5PM to 9PM for $5 glasses of rosé, cocktail pitchers, and magnum-sized bottles of wine to share.

    $5 Rosé Golden Hour photo

Menu

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What 46 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New York City

    Hot spot

  • New York City

    Cocktail Bar

  • Manhattan

    Hot spot

  • Manhattan

    Cocktail Bar

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Highlight Room NY offers "spectacular views" and a vibrant ambience perfect for celebrations. Guests rave about the "delicious appetizers" and "friendly, helpful" staff. While drink prices are on the high side, the "great music" and energetic atmosphere make it worth visiting. Ideal for sunset viewing and nightlife enthusiasts.

46 Reviews

  1. Jim

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very hip place with sweeping NYC views. Drink prices are on the high end, but well worth it for this type of experience.

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  2. Cathy

    New York City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    the view and ambience was spectacular. i went for happy hour which was very worth.

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  3. Melissa

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful bar with great views. The three cocktails we tried were all excellent and the way staff were friendly, helpful and knowledgable. Definitely recommend, sunset was beautiful too.

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  4. Camille

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, good music, VERY nice views, and good experience overall!

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  5. Reinaldo

    New York City

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 22 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was breathtaking. The appetizers were delicious, especially the pretzel. The staff was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.

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  6. Angela

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 2 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a birthday party here and it was perfect! Service was outstanding.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 July 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The food and drinks was not that great and was expensive. They ended up giving me and my boyfriend bad stomach issues

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not only was the location beautiful to walk into, but they seated us outside with a great view of the city. The staff were all friendly and very helpful, they even honored an anniversary desert I had asked for very elegantly!

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  9. Sweetyss

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 3 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow, We had such a great time! We arrived at 7pm, to catch the sunset. Not only did we get a beautiful sunset, the DJ played excellent music, the drinks and light bites were delicious. Our server, Vivian was so sweet yet very professional! We’ll be back soon, Thank you so much!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 July 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The $5 rose isn’t worth it in my opinion. But their cocktails are yummy. food is okay but the views and ambiance is well worth the hype. Music is good , some hip hop some untza untza good blend and still able to have a convo. Will be back

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The Highlight Room NY is rated 4.6 stars by 46 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for The Highlight Room NY

145 Bowery, New York, NY 10002

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bowery & Broome Street
  • Area
    Chinatown
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 17:00–01:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–04:00 Sun 17:00–00:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
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