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Castell Rooftop Lounge, New York, NY

Castell Rooftop Lounge

4.2 (689)
$31 to $50
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
260 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
  • Charming
Nestled atop AC Hotel New York Times Square, this cozy rooftop bar recaptures the spirit of the classic cocktail lounge, with extra emphasis on martinis. Iconic views enhance the venue's contemporary décor in a sophisticated but comfortable atmosphere. Enjoy the intimacy of a fireplace lounge showcasing abstract art. Gather ‘round the luxe granite bar. Or go out for drinks – literally – on the lush, open-air terrace.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Elevate your expectations for New York City event venues – with a view! Castell Rooftop Lounge accommodates a variety of gatherings, from large group reservations in the luxe fireplace lounge or outdoor terrace to private social and corporate events.
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown West
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine

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What 689 people are saying

Castell Rooftop Lounge 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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Castell Rooftop Lounge offers "excellent staff and views" with a great spot for drinks in a "chill atmosphere." While the food can be average and the service inconsistent, the rooftop ambiance and cocktails are praised. The lounge is ideal for enjoying drinks and conversation, especially if visiting for the view.
689 Reviews
  1. Kim

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Poor quality service not busy and yet our server was not attentive the food was ok and not worth the price

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  2. adi

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Often closed for special events. Staff and view were excellent. Cocktails were well made. Food was average, limited choices for vegetarians.

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  3. Lior

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is New York City, people don’t whisper here, so obviously it wasn’t quite as a library, but the waitress is really really wonderful, very, very nice to us, and the drinks were good, and while I didn’t eat, the friend I went with was happy with her meal, and they gave her so much that I had to leave before her and she was finishing up eating :-) so it was great Time, and I’m happy about it

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  4. Nelson

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Its a generic hotel bar trying to pass as a rooftop destination. The drinks were terrible, overpriced, and took long to arrive. The rooftop views were surprisingly underwhelming, nothing special at all. Between the slow service, bad cocktails, and lackluster atmosphere, it’s just not worth the hype or the bill. Plenty of better spots in NYC.

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  5. Stephanie

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall a great spot for drinks and a chill atmosphere. The drinks were overall very good and great views all around!

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  6. Jade

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and ambiance was great. They have a small menu so it's more a place for small bites, grab a drink, and have converstaion. When we got there it didn't matter that we had a reservation for the rooftop because the host told us it was first come first serve. We pushed back a little bit and they did find us a table, but it was a strange experience. Our waiter was not the most friendly person. I wouldn't come back honestly, but it was ok for the moment.

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  7. Dionne

    Yorkshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice relaxing atmosphere. Very enjoyable evening.

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  8. Darwin VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The hostess was rude and dismissive. If I wasn’t meeting someone I would have walked out. Honestly, it’s so easy to just be pleasant. And I’m from NYC, so I don’t even need much. There’s no way she should be the face of the bar.

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  9. Sheetal VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lorenzo the bar tender was fantastic. Bar manager was super accommodating. Cheese plate and dessert tastings def worth it!

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  10. LaKeisha VIP

    New Jersey3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Although arriving 15-mins prior to my reservation and being informed our table was being cleaned and prepped, the host continued to seat other guests ahead of my party. He even admitted to giving away the table he designated as ours. The line for entry grew longer, and the host ignored me as I stood waiting for further communication and clarity. We were eventually seated but the food and drinks were mediocre. Additionally, the kitchen ran out of most menu items. The many rooftop dining/bar options in Manhattan negates the need to give grace to an organization that exhibits poor customer service.

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Castell Rooftop Lounge is rated 4.2 stars by 689 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. New York City
  4. Manhattan
  5. Midtown West

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Castell Rooftop Lounge

260 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Midtown West
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Elevate your expectations for New York City event venues – with a view! Castell Rooftop Lounge accommodates a variety of gatherings, from large group reservations in the luxe fireplace lounge or outdoor terrace to private social and corporate events.
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