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230 Fifth

A view worth a $9 beer
230 5th Ave.
at 27th St.
(212) 725-4300
2026: Licensed here under the same name

Overview

Thanks in part to the sheer size of the space upstairs, the line outside is almost always a product of a limited supply of elevators rather than a strict door policy. This means that unlike most bars with roof decks the demographic here is representative of who wants to be here, rather than who promoters have pulled in, and who the door men have kept out. Gel haired Jersey boys and Long Island girls in stripper shoes mingle with tourists in their best khakis and loafers, but with a jaw dropping view like this one everyone has something to talk about.

Why You Should Go

  • No matter how jaded a New Yorker you are, you have to admit that the view from the 20th floor is nothing short of amazing.
  • The space is truly massive, so even on a Saturday night you can still find space. The roof deck and lounge combined are over 20,000 SF.
  • What You Should Know

  • The line outside might look intimidating, but it moves fast. They're not keeping people out, just trying to shuffle them into elevators as efficiently as possible
  • The door is relatively relaxed, but you still might have problems if you show up in just a tank top and sandals.
  • The drinks are club prices: $13 cocktails, $9 Beers.
  • Outside Reviews

    New York Magazine

    What if Studio 54 had the biggest roof deck in the city? You don't have to imagine it. It just happened.

    AOL CityGuide

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    Massive rooftop oasis at 230 Fifth

    Citysearch

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    An expansive deco penthouse lounge and tropical wraparound rooftop, both with views to envy.

    User Reviews

    Crizack Morris
    A bit like scarface but less exclusive...
    Pros - great views upstairs and downstairs. downstairs ahs a scarface like feel but the music ruins it. Cons - Expensive drinks. poor measures. bad music. did i mention it is fucking crowded? also toilet queues brought me down. If you get over the crowdedness, have a bundle of flash cash to blow you can really enjoy the views.
    Crizack Morris(7/13/2007 10:31:36 AM)
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