Midtown Rooftop Restaurants and Garden Terraces for Tacos and Brunch

4.5 (1,286)

Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1)

1 Penn Plaza

At 1 Penn Plaza, Avenida brings classic tacos and strong margaritas to a lively Mexican rooftop. A resident DJ keeps the indoor room loud, while outdoor seating offers a quieter option. The crowd skews young and party-focused, and booking ahead helps on a first visit.

5.0 (13)

Mon – Sun, 07:00 – 23:00

18 W 40th St

Branch New York pairs botanical cocktails with Bryant Park views at the Park Terrace Hotel. An outdoor deck sits alongside an all-weather pergola, and the private club hosts exclusive cultural events. Access requires a membership application, the first step before any terrace plans.

4.3 (226)

Mon – Sun, 13:00 – 00:00 (+1)

299 Madison Ave #14, New York, NY 10017

Bookmarks serves literary cocktails in a Midtown East rooftop garden lounge styled as an elegant penthouse. Its wrap-around terrace opens to city views, and the Writer's Den gathers guests by the fireplace. It opens daily from 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM.

4.2 (1,651)

Tue – Thu, 17:00 – 00:00 (+1); Fri, 17:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 00:00 (+1)

1412 Broadway, 25th Floor

Elsie Rooftop sits 25 stories up in a garden-inspired penthouse near Bryant Park, shaped by designer Elsie de Wolfe's light aesthetic. Weekend brunch brings avocado toast and pancakes, and the kitchen serves upscale seasonal light fare. The glass-roofed atrium can run warm.