Refinery Rooftop

$$$ • Lounges, Cocktail Bar, American

Hours:
63 W 38th St, New York
(646) 663-5951

About Refinery Rooftop

The Refinery Rooftop offers a great atmosphere and fantastic service. With a beautiful view of the Empire State Building at night, it's a perfect spot to enjoy drinks or dinner. The menu features delicious dishes, including seafood options like seared tuna. The staff is kind and attentive, making the experience enjoyable. The atmosphere is relaxed yet special, with cozy seating and string lights that create a warm and inviting feel. Guests can savor tasty drinks, including the popular Pinky Ring cocktail, and indulge in menu items like Truffle Bianca flatbread and pretzel bites.

The Refinery Rooftop has been praised for its breathtaking views, awesome vibes, and top-notch food, especially for Thanksgiving dinner. The staff is attentive and makes the experience effortless, even surprising guests with a stunning anniversary cake and a sparkle candle. The Crispy Tuna Rice and Beef empanadas are among the delicious menu items, though the rice could be crispier and have more tuna. The views and vibes are immaculate, making it a great way to end a day in the city. The patio is mostly enclosed during the colder months, but the overall experience is still enjoyable with great food, decent prices, and excellent service.

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Refinery Rooftop Reviews

4.3
669 ratings
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Food
4.5
Atmosphere
4.6
Service
4.3

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Restaurantji Rating

was nearly killed by the bald bouncer at this place.
He violently grabbed and strangled me for no reason at all — I did absolutely nothing to provoke him.
I had spent a lot of money dining here, and yet on October 25th, 2025, this man tried to choke me to death.
This place is an absolute nightmare.
Stay far away — it’s hell on earth.

We were promised “better seats with a view of the Empire State Building” if we agreed to move our reservation, but instead were crammed into a tiny table inside the bar. We spent our “nice dinner” shoulder-to-shoulder with people standing in line for drinks, unable to hear each other over the deafening music, and staring through the windows at guests outside enjoying the quiet city views we were told we’d have.
To make matters worse, our reservation was moved under...read full review

Had a wonderful evening at this rooftop restaurant! Food & drinks were on point !
The views alone are worth the visit, especially as the sun sets and the city lights come alive. The atmosphere was relaxed but still felt special, with cozy seating and string lights that made it feel warm and inviting! We’ll be back !

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Hours

Monday 11:30AM - 11PM
Tuesday 11:30AM - 12AM
Wednesday 11:30AM - 12AM
Thursday 11:30AM - 1AM
Friday 11:30AM - 1AM
Saturday 10:30AM - 2AM
Sunday 10:30AM - 11PM
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