The Top of the Standard

"Formerly the famed Boom Boom Room, the 270-degree views spanning from the Empire State Building, down lower Manhattan, and across the river into New Jersey are draw enough. Pair that with the chic-yet-cozy ambience replete with designer fireplace, an elevated cocktail menu, and a clientele mixed between it-girl 20-somethings, investment bankers in ties lingering at the bar, the occasional gaggle of dressed-up suburban mid-30s out for a thrilling night on the town, and you’ve nailed the experience. After all, a cocktail menu with these prices doesn’t beckon your fellow IKEA-shopping Gen Z and young Millennials — for a fun, laid back (and NYC-affordable) vibe, head downstairs to the Standard Beer Garden. The service is, of course, exceptional. The bathrooms are surprisingly worth writing home about if only for their floor-to-ceiling windows. And, despite (or perhaps because) it’s always so packed, it’s easy to feel like you’re having your own intimate experience among the glow. Call ahead to book a sunset table and thank me later 😉. "

"After spending the afternoon walking the High Line, you'll find perched atop The Standard Hotel in the Meatpacking District, The Rooftop boasts panoramic views of downtown Manhattan and the Hudson River. Known for its stylish setting, impeccable customer service, and innovative cocktails, it's a must-visit destination for skyline enthusiasts."