Mr. Purple
This 15th-floor Lower East Side rooftop bar pairs skyline views and cocktails with a terrace featuring a swimming pool.
- Mon – Wed, 13:00 – 02:00 (+1); Thu, 13:00 – 03:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 13:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sun, 14:00 – 02:00 (+1)
- $$$
- 180 Orchard St 15th floor
- 4.1 (3222 reviews)
Description
Set atop the Hotel Indigo, the venue aims to channel the Lower East Side's artistic energy. Aside from the general panorama, the space offers a direct line of sight to photograph the Empire State Building. The crowd feels lively without crossing into overwhelming, and the drinks are surprisingly affordable for a Manhattan rooftop. However, the entry experience can be a point of friction, with visitors reporting inconsistent ID checks by security staff.