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Alto Rooftop, Montclair, NJ

Alto Rooftop

4.5 (423)
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
690 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042-2202

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Reservations are highly recommended. Please note: No new reservations are accepted after 5PM on Fridays and Saturdays.

Perched on the 9th floor of The MC Hotel, Alto Rooftop offers sweeping views of NYC and the Watchung Mountains. Open year-round, Alto features playful bar bites, signature cocktails, and a curated vibe that reflects the spirit of Montclair. Whether you're planning a date night or drinks with friends—daytime sips can turn into late-night vibes.

Join us for brunch specials Saturdays and Sundays from 12–3PM, plus sunsets, cocktails, bites, and DJs every Friday and Saturday after 9PM.

Reserve below or email Altorooftop@themchotel.com for group bookings (9+).

Please note: Alto is 21+ after 7PM. For full dinner service, book a table at our restaurant, Allegory. Visit our website for dress code details.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 3:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    For all group Reservations or Events, please email Altorooftop@themchotel.com
  • Private party facilities
    For all group Reservations or Events, please email Altorooftop@themchotel.com
  • Neighborhood
    Montclair
  • Cross street
    Bloomfield Ave/Orange Rd
  • Parking details
    Self Street Parking & Charged Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Trivia Night- 7PM: Marvel Trivia

    Jul 16, 2025 only
    Come test your knowledge at Marvel Cinematic Universe Trivia at Alto Rooftop in the MC Hotel in Montclair, NJ on Wednesday, July 16 starting at 7pm! FIVE unique and challenging rounds on your favorite beloved Marvel Movies! A special prize for the winning team in first place! 21+ Only
    Trivia Night- 7PM: Marvel Trivia Photo
  • BINGO Night- 7PM: Free

    Jul 23, 2025 only
    You could win BIG! The game is FREE for you to play! Five rounds means FIVE winners!! 21+ Only
    BINGO Night- 7PM: Free Photo
  • Trivia Night- 7PM: General Trivia

    Jul 30, 2025 only
    Get your team together for General Trivia at Alto Rooftop on Wednesday, July 30 at 7pm and prepare to go FIVE rounds in the ring against the competition! Questions will include such areas as movies, television, sports, pop-culture, history, current events, literature, fads, geography, music and total randomness. A special prize for the winning team in first place! 21+ Only
    Trivia Night- 7PM: General Trivia Photo

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What 423 people are saying

Alto Rooftop reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Essex

    Innovative

  • Essex

    Hot spot

  • Essex

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Essex

    Romantic

  • Essex

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alto Rooftop offers a "spectacular view" and a vibrant atmosphere, making it ideal for cocktails and light snacks. The "modern and sophisticated" setting is perfect for date nights or gatherings. While some menu items could improve, the "imaginative menu" and reasonable prices keep guests coming back for a lively experience.
423 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was beautiful
    Alto RooftopResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a great experience and enjoyed your visit. Your feedback motivates us to continue delivering exceptional service, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! I will be sure to share your kind words with my team. Your support means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! All the best, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  2. Andre VIP

    Philadelphia County11 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Horrible and rude service from the hosts. Slow unresponsive service from the waiter. Never coming here again. Went to Fauborg after and the experience could not have been better. Go there instead.
    Alto RooftopResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Andre. We're very sorry to hear about your experience. What you described is not acceptable, and we take this feedback seriously. We'd appreciate the opportunity to learn more about what happened—please feel free to message us directly if you're open to sharing additional details. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. In the meantime, I am working directly with the staff to ensure that all of our guests receive the experience and attention that they deserve. Thank you again. Sincerely, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  3. vanessa

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, great vibe, the only thing is that the food comes out different when you say bruschetta and you show your kind of bruschetta, and if I ask for a margarita pizza, you bring me plain i will appreciate if i was told we do not have that but instead tis hat we have it will be better. other then hat great experience i will definitely go back
    Alto RooftopResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Vanessa!! Thank you for the kind words—we're so glad you enjoyed the vibe and overall experience! We appreciate your feedback about the food and will work on improving communication around menu items to avoid any confusion. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! All the best, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  4. Desiree

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to enjoy cocktails with a great view .
    Alto RooftopResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Desiree! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and appreciated our cocktails and views. We're sorry to hear that our food didn't quite hit the mark for you. Your feedback is valuable to us and we'll certainly take it into account as we continually strive to improve our food and overall dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerly, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  5. Leah

    New York City7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
     I went with a group of five people to celebrate a birthday. the ambience is great. The music was awesome. I would have given it five stars, except for the fact that I have two extra miscellaneous charges on my credit card from the night that are not mine that I now have to call credit card company to despite. I Would definitely like to go back again if this was not going to be an issue in the future.

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  6. Mr. Nelvin

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a great time , reception was as great lily received and the ambience was modern and sophisticated, the price of food and beverage were reasonable and the staff were friendly and professional
    Alto RooftopResponded on May 24, 2025
    Hello Mr. Nelvin! Thank you for your amazing review! We’re so glad you had a great experience and enjoyed your visit. Your feedback motivates us to continue delivering exceptional service, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! I will be sure to share your kind words with my team. Your support means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! All the best, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  7. Kim

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here at night on Mothers Day Sunday for drinks after a comedy show at NJPAC .. very nice ambiance . The view was stunning .. came with my husband but it would make a nice ladies night out too! We ordered the sliders and then gourmet popcorn and both were delicious. For drinks , chill ambiance, beautiful scenery and a light snack it was a perfect pick for the night. Will return again!
    Alto RooftopResponded on May 24, 2025
    Hi Kim! Thank you for leaving us such a wonderful review! Reviews like yours reminds us why we love being here!! I look forward to sharing your kind words with my team. We cannot wait to welcome you back soon. All the best, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  8. Ellen

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was great! Just the menu needs to be expanded a little
    Alto RooftopResponded on May 24, 2025
    Hello Ellen! Thank you so much for joining us! We're delighted to hear that you loved our service and had such a positive experience. I will make a note to our culinary team about your suggestion on expanding the menu! We are always happy to hear suggestion on how to make a Rooftop even more enjoyable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  9. Eliana

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Not a place to come to if your hungry. Brunch was a fail, service was not good. It wasn’t even that busy when we were there to not have basic things Iike cutlery or water refills.
    Alto RooftopResponded on May 24, 2025
    Hello Eliana, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience during brunch. It's unacceptable that you didn’t receive basic essentials like cutlery or water refills, regardless of volume. We strive to provide great service and food to all our guests, and it's clear we missed the mark during your visit. Your comments have been shared with our team so we can address these issues and improve moving forward. We’d really appreciate the opportunity to make it right. If you're open to it, please reach out to us directly so we can learn more about your visit. Thank you, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  10. Michael VIP

    New York City69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alto was terrific! I wasn't sure what to expect, but the drinks were great (I went for margaritas, my wife had cosmos) the "snacks" were good-sized portions, actually and really good! Very imaginiative menu. But best of all is the venue itself- we started out on the deck, with a just spectacualr view, but as thunderstorms came in, we all migrated indoors to the lounge, which has this great Jetsons/airport bar vibe to it. Great first visit to Montclair!
    Alto RooftopResponded on May 2, 2025
    Hello Michael! I am so glad that you and your wife enjoyed your first visit to Alto! Thank you again for joining us. I am happy the weather held out a little for you to enjoy our beautiful rooftop. I will be sharing your kind words with our staff. We hope to see you both very soon! All the best, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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Alto Rooftop is rated 4.5 stars by 423 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Alto Rooftop

690 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042-2202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bloomfield Ave/Orange Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Montclair
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 3:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self Street Parking & Charged Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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