Panorama Room in New York
The best cocktail bar to go to when looking for an amazing view. Go just before sunset, so you can get some pictures with sunlight, sundown and at night! Good cocktails and the barfood is fine. Very professional staff.Pro tip: take the trambia from manhatten for an overal great experience and night out!
Lets start with the Pros, great NYC skyline views, hotel and rooftop esthetics are spectacular and drinks are tasty. Now for the Cons, kitchen closes at 230p and reopens at 4pm for dinner. French Toast consistency was incredibly mushy. Our wait staff consistently almost obsessively cleared our table before we could finish our food. We counted 6x within 45 mins. I did not her observe her do this to other tables. Lastly, they only print out bill upon request and do not provide a final copy of bills confirming payment. Given the above I am disappointed in the overall experience but Ill give them another shot.
Went to the Panorama room last weekend, had a reservation for 2 people they put us in the corner right where the waitress stand was, there was no view whatsoever. We tried to order some of the food dishes but they were out, we weren’t getting paid attention to drinks were expensive and we had to flag down every other waitress but our own. The drink prices here are a bit expensive, you are just paying for the view. Truffle fries were good, this seems to be more of a touristy spot as it is in a hotel.
Great place to catch the sunset, very low key. Drinks are pricey but thats everywhere for a place like this. Its located inside the graduate hotel. Take the tram on 59th street to get there!
Roosevelt Island in general is a MUST-visit. This rooftop bar was so stunning & provided gorgeous skyline views. The drinks were all great and the ambiance was fun! Fairly fancy. The only downside was that the staff was a little stand-offish. Overall worth a visit!
Great food and view.Worth going just for a drink and the view. Cocktails are unique and very tasteful.Would also recommend the truffle fries which are made a bit different and done just right.
A hidden gem! Obsessed with the vibe here. Great cocktails, small plates and even better crowd/ambiance. They have a DJ at night and it’s a must-attend with friends or if you’re prepared to take the Tram for night out on the Island.
Poor service at the bar. Sat there for ages before anyone offered to take our drink order. We had a reservation but the table wasn’t ready. Hostess told us if we didn’t see the text within 15 min when she texted us, she’d give our table away. Wow. Once we got to our table, things improved. Waitress was pleasant and attentive. View was beautiful. Food was good and presentation was really impressive.
Would love to give them a 5 but with no dessert and truffle fries that don’t taste like truffle I can’t bring myself to it.Incredible view of the city is worth the visit alone but the tuna Cruda was incredible too.Visit before it gets cold but be aware it’s hard to get a reservation.
Really nice place. Cool, hip vibe. Music good, food interesting, and drinks top notch. Bring a date or your parents and Auntie visiting from out of town. Theyll have a blast just taking in the best views of the city.
Come for the view not for the menu. Its one of those places where they skimp on the food because the view is so great and they know youll stay longer. Ordered the nachos (pic) die $31 which was basically just a bag of Trader Joes plantains.
One of the best rooftops in town as of now.I visited Panorama Room twice: for the opening in July 2021 and went back in December 2021.Will share pictures from both visits.The vibe is great, i am totally in love with the decor, views are fantastic as well as drinks.They serve small bites as well.Reservations are suggested but not mandatory
Great views, nice apps but the waitress didnt crack a smile once. Made us feel like she just wanted to turn the table over.
5 stars for the views - which makes it a must-do at least ONCE. 3 stars for vibe and food. They are really into Miami SUPER LOUD decibel level music (even at 5pm) and while the cocktails are good, the $125 seafood tower was a bust because they refuse to serve cocktail sauce or offer a variety of sauces for the oysters. The chefs one selection didnt cut it for us. That said, this will be a huge hit - just not for those of us who like to have some semblance of conversation with our friends while taking in these glorious views.
The sunset is amazing from this place, the view from the 20th floor is one of the best to enjoy in NYC from the Rosevelt Island, the prices could be cheaper for the drinks they offer and food as well, however if want to drink a lit bit and take great pictures with New York as background I recommended you to go here…….
We had a fabulous time! DJ Wolf played fire tunes and had us singing all night. The views, drinks and vibe are great.
I love this place. In my opinion it would be better if the sofas were turned towards the window, because you can see so amazing view instead of backs of visitor on the bar
The Panorama room is a gem for tourists and new yorkers alike. The views from the bar and terrace are marvelous. The food and drink prices are on the high end as expected but you will not regret it. The menu is short and focused yet there are several vegetarian options on the menu. Make sure to make a reservation and bring something warm to wear if you plan to be on the terrace. When your are done partying you can always walk off your cocktail along the wonderful Roosevelt island water front.
Great views, food and drink, and service. If you go to Roosevelt Island need to get to the Panorama rooftop bar
This place is absolutely beautiful you can take amazing pictures but i went when it just opened. They did not have a lot of food selections and the mojito was just ok. I went to a restaurant 6 minutes away to eat. I give it 4 stars because the views are spectacular.
*I believe reservations are required, FYI.* I’m thrilled to have this lounge on Roosevelt Island. It’s definitely the nicest place to go on the island, by far. The views are gorgeous and the decor is lucious. There is an outdoor patio to chill out on and enjoy the view, and floor to ceiling windows from inside. My only complaint is hopefully temporary - the food menu is very limited, and currently even smaller than what they plan to offer in the future. They didn’t tell us what wasn’t available, so be sure to ask!
This place was incredible! Swanky, funky and absolutely beautifully constructed. The food and drinks were ✨incendiary✨. A once in a lifetime experience for sure! Be sure to make a reservation!!
Amazing view of the city. Music is loud and the crowd is young. Bar is busy with great drinks and a few appetizers.
The atmosphere was 1920s meets 2021! A perfect spot to grab drinks with friends or for a romantic date. The caviar nachos were fun to try but I might not order again. All in all I can’t wait to go back!
I want to thank the two hostess for accommodating me and my friends even when my reservation was only for three people and they accepted 2 more guests, I understand how annoying this can be sometimes.I forgot my wallet in the bathroom and then one of them came over to give it back to me, great service, great ambience 5/5 definitely coming back to this place.
Breathtaking. Music is fun, its more low-key for dancing, but we appreciated our little spot and we had a lot of fun. Drinks are strong.
Exquisite bar and restaurant located on top if the Graduate Hotel on Roosevelt Island. We camped out the bar and enjoyed signature drinks a delicious premium bar food. On a warm Friday night, it was busy but not crowded Great views of the city from a outdoor deck. Accessable via car, subway, tram or NYC ferry. Property was visually stunning. Look forward to going back.
If you’re looking for a cool spot with nice views of the city, this is where you should go. Gave it 5/5 because the vibes were great and the service was quick.My drink was pretty gross but that’s what happens when you try something new 😅 (ordered the old man and the sea). My friends enjoyed the drinks they ordered though!
Super cute, chill, beautiful and quiet... Great price, typical NYC prices. Unfortunately, didnt get to eat. Very nice place for taking pics, artsy, nicely done.
Gorgeous views, amazing ambience, tasty drinks. Cocktails are a bit pricey but in line with what you’d expect from a city bar. What you can’t get from a city bar is the serenity of looking over the southern tip of Roosevelt Island front the balcony, taking in the air and the views of three boroughs. Also, get the truffle fries, trust me. Highly recommended.
Beautiful place, service on point. Drinks and food delicious. Vaccination card required. The view simply amazing.
Came here to meet someone visiting from out of town. Service is Great! Food is fine. Views are exceptional. Drinks are overpriced for sure and its location is out of the way. Will likely not come back b/c of location but it was a nice experience.
Of the many rooftop bars in New York City, this one isnt mentioned often. Not far from the subway and cable car stations, you get great views of the southside of Roosevelt Island, an area untouched by a lot of skyscrapers. This means an incredible view of Manhattan, the East River, and Queens/Brooklyn. The cocktail menu is wide. The music and vibe wasnt exactly what I wanted, but getting to stand outside and look out at the city is unmatched here.
Loved cocktails and the view. 1.5 hours limit per table sucks ☹️
The drinks were really good! I have no idea what it costed tho 😅
Came for the view, stayed because of the great service. Went with a friend on a Sunday and was taken care of by Diego at the bar. He offered recommendations based on the type of drinks we like, made sure to get us the next available seats at the bar, and was very attentive during our stay. Would definitely come back!
We came here for the view and it did not disappoint. The city is just breathtaking to behold from every angle.Food and drinks were okay, nothing to write home about. Service could be speedier and more attentive. The place tends to attract a younger crowd (maybe because Cornell Tech is just around the corner) and it got progressively louder as it started to fill up. You might want to reconsider if youre looking for a more intimate place.
Tried to call to make a reservation all day, nobody picked up the phone.Overpriced cocktail. Smoked trout is too salty. It’s basically smoked trout, ketchup and white bread. Nothing special for $21. Tartar was much better though. The view and interior are nice.Friendly bartenders, but extremely rude hosts. They made me feel like I’m not welcome.Their social media person is also rude.So petty when you want to enjoy the whole experience and see friendly faces, but meet arrogance instead.
I have been here twice and will be back! The view is definitely one of the reasons why people should check this place out. They have new and creative drinks, but can also make your classic favorites. The only thing that bothered me and my company(different set of people) on both nights were the music tends to be too loud at some point(around 9:45) which turned us off since literally only a handful of people would get up and dance (for a few minutes) but leaves everyone in the room shouting at each other just so they can talk. Other than that, its a fun place!
Stumbled upon this place after getting off the Roosevelt Island tram—it’s right next door. Good drinks (even had a couple non alcoholic options other than soda or water), diverse crowd, and amazing views. The DJ/music was also great the night we went.
Very elegant place pricey of course but the views and setting is this place is worth it def have to go there once the view of the city is one of the best
Amazing experience!! the food is delicious has beautiful view to the city the environment is nice and cool definitely i will coming back Soon 😃😃😃👍
The bar was a nice idea and nice place to hang out and see the city. However, the service sucked! My fiance and I sat at the bar for a good 15 minutes and received no attention or no acknowledgment from the bar tender while the white couples on both sides of us received refills on their glasses. Probably will not be going there again.
Spectacular view but i didnt love my time here. staff is a bit too aloof for my liking. an escort is supposed to meet you at the elevator to check IDs and let you up, but he left his post once i got to the head of the line. no one informed me of this procedure when i asked if i could go up, and as a result, i spent 5-10 minutes riding the lifts with no idea how to reach the room. once i came back to the lobby he was there again but was kind of impatient - despite the fact he disappeared!
Modern and super fun place where you can have a drink with friends.Music super cool.Food is good.Be patient to get a parking spot or pay for valet .Super fun night!!!
If the restaurant is open, I expect the kitchen to be open as well. It was ridiculous that I went there at 1 and was told the kitchen was closed until 2. At 2, they still kept me waiting until almost 3:30. 2.5 hours with just a bowl of complimentary fries (nice touch but not nearly enough for 2.5 hours). Once the food arrived, it was missing elements described on the menu. Two choices here: update the menus or serve what costumers order. The only things that kept me and my partner from walking out were the amazing drinks our bartender Chris served us and, of course, the incredible views.
A great spot to enjoy some drinks. Views are very nice
One of the best bars I’ve been to in NYC. The staff is amazing and fun and kind, and the drinks are excellent. The venue itself is beautiful with plenty of picture opportunities, and the atmosphere is unmatched. Will be coming back for sure, this is a must-visit !
Yes, the view is beautiful. However, don’t come thinking you’re gonna eat or drink or have interesting conversation here. 25 dollars for six bland shrimp ? We live here and we were still shocked. The “caviar nachos” were soggy and disgusting as well. Place is full of instagram “ladies”. Music selection was tasteless and overly loud . Come just for the view.
If you are a design freak like me, make sure to get to the panorama room. The seating, the lights, the atmosphere is just stellar. The drinks are expensive but very very good. Worth it 100% especially when you add in the view and going outside on the patio. Genuinely one of the best views you can get of Manhattan. Always try to stop by when in nyc.
Really fun rooftop lounge with amazing views of the east river and amazing cocktails.
Great cocktails, house dj excellent manhattan view great customer service
The venue is small, not as being seen in pictures.Table was not comfortable. Service ok. Views great. We were warned that if we leave the table for taking pictures more than 5 table the table will be taken. If I knew all if that I wouldnt come. Would choose more classic rooftop
One of my favorite rooftop! Cocktails are really good and beautiful views.
Nice fresh made High tide cocktailAnd brunchLovely view 3 side of nycI will be back again
Arrived 5 minutes before our 7:30pm reservation on a Friday. The lady at the maitre d podium said our table wasnt ready but she would call us when it was and that we could wait at the bar. Walked into a really packed bar. Asked one of the bar bartenders if they could make a specific drink and his response was no. I then asked for a fruity whiskey based cocktail recommendation. He threw a menu at me and said heres the menu. We were out celebrating a birthday, so we gave the place the benefit of doubt. 30 minutes later, we still hadnt been seated so we decided to leave to salvage our night. We will never go back.
Cool view, but horrible service. Got a reservation, gave us a bad seat behind the bar with no view 20 minutes after our reservation and tried to sell it to us like we had a cool view of the bridge. Then, they lost our credit card. And then, finally the bus boy took our drinks twice without asking, even when they were right in front of us. Having prior taken a half filled drink when we werent looking, he scoffed when we asked him why he was trying to grab our drinks again when they obviously werent finished. After all of this, they still lost our credit card and still didnt even respond for getting one drink (that was taken from us) taken off the bill. This place has cool views, but is about as cheap (in their operational procedure and brand) as a Ripleys Believe It Or Not. Why dont they just replace this place with dennys lol.
Great views and atmosphere. Perfect place to see the sunset!
Our waitress was so lovely, extremely pleasant and fun. She watched our table for us while we went to take in the views outside! And the host was kind enough to seat us even though we were late. Thank you!
Everything was amazing until the manager removed us from our table military style and it was humiliating. We had been consuming nonstop and we were still ordering drinks. We realized that the table time limit was up, so we did did not mind giving up the table. It was the way that we were asked to move…”I need you to remove your belongings, we need the table for another appointment.” Very rude!!!. The girl who removed us was actually the manager. The waitress had to apologize to us. How sad.
You pay for the view. The food is seriously lacking. The drinks are good but extremely overpriced. Its a tourist destination for sure. A real New Yorker can find better places in Queens and in Brooklyn.
I had the most embarrassing experience ever here. We arrived on a Saturday and they had a line so we had drink at the lower level bar while we waited. They then invited us up and we stood at the bar and no one came over to serve us. We have been here a few times before and waited, finally the manager of the bar Dorm or something like that asked us to leave, he claimed that we were visibly drunk. We had 1 drink downstairs. This was handled in the most unprofessional manner I have ever seen. We are an older couple so perhaps we dont fit the profile of who they are looking for in this bar. Stay away very judgemental management, obviously without any upper management training. He then said we can have another drink downstairs if we like? If we were so visibly drunk why were we asked to go downstairs to have a drink? The manager here is obviiously out of his league. I am a hospitality executive in a large hospitality organization.
I took 2 friends for cocktails , so disorganized !! we waited 15 minutes, bar wasnt occupied, 3 male bartenders no one make eyes contact , they look so unhappy , finally the girl came closed we get service, warm prosecco, screw driver , gin and tonic. music was off ! most of the tables was empty and we ask for a table the lady manager young girl she said we are full all reservations, so we walk out to see the views we stayed for about 30 minutes and none of the tables were occupied !! HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE , the view make it nothing else.
Nice view, good food. But pricey for their services. It was raining heavily when we got there. The valet parking guy was not in his position serving customers. Hard to call attention of bartenders as well.
Really love the atmosphere here! It is away from the very busy and loud city. The only downside is you can’t “bar hop” since it is far from other bars/clubs etc. but it is worth the trip here. There are usually social events and a lot of young professionals/working class people to mingle with.
To be fair, Im not sure how to judge a place like this because I dont belong to the tax bracket that frequents this place.10 dollars for a beer and even more for cocktails. Its not bad, the staff are friendly but most of the customers were stupidly entitled. Dont go here if youre looking for a quiet, lounge type atmosphere.
It was an amazing experience! Zoe was the best with her service and really kind! The cocktails are pretty good and we loved the Tartar!!
Great location and view. Fantastic ambiance with outstanding music, definitely recommend and looking forward to be back soon.
This is a new venue at The Graduate Hotel (part of Cornell Tech on Roosevelt Island -- accessible from Manhattan by Tram or the F subway line (and by car if you are coming from Queens). Views were excellent and the room layout was attractive. I was there for an event which had some hors doeuvres which were fine. There was definitively an effort by the staff downstairs and at the entrance to maintain an aura of exclusivity which seemed out of place at what is essentially a college campus (especially because there are few other places to go on the whole island).
Great drinks, music and spectacular view.
Awesome place but low quality cocktails
The best view of Manhattan at the panorama room in the Graduate hotel roof top on Roosevelt Island. The hotel sits strategically next to Cornell U. Facing the tip of the island overlooking the downtown of Manhattan.
The view is one of the best views Ive had in the city. Breathtaking. We reserved a table around sunset and was able to experience all of the colors that went with it. The drinks were okay, but worth the price of the view. Highly recommend!
Panorama room was a beautiful escape. The view of the 59th street bridge is something that I who was born/raised here has never seen. It’s pricey and limited small plates menu, but great for a beautiful night out with great company.
The views are amazing . Great ambiance & decor. Leanne the bartender is a psychic . You tell her the spirit of your choice & her creations are amazing . Great food but the menu can be more extensive . The caviar nachos was good . The oysters were fresh . The truffle fries are yummy. We had a hefty tab. Do you can understand my surprise when the mgr offered more drinks under the rouse of being complimentary. We spent a lot of $$$ & when he came to thanks us he offered drinks but we ended it up paying. It was uncalled for & disappointed.
This is a great place to take pictures get great drinks and great seafood. The truffle fries are awesome. I had the duke of New York drink which was the perfect blend of pumpkin spice and my friend had the seaplane. Great place on a Saturday night to take pictures on the deck with the awesome city lights in the back.
What a shame. If only the management was as good as the views... Unfortunately, they are rude and inconsiderate. Cocktail & drink menu is bleh... For such a beautiful location, they should really hire some talent to run the place, it truly has so much potential.
Great views to take pictures and have some drinks, but thats about it. Service is barely ok. Its not a place to go eat although they do have dome good appetizers
Enjoyed our visit, definitely a unique spot on Roosevelt Island as well as in the entire city! Beautiful views, overall very nice atmosphere and the drinks were delicious. The prices match the view and venue. Staff are nice though drinks took a while to come. Hope to see this place thrive. Would love to speak to a manager or leadership person about one or two issues that I’m sure will improve in time and which I therefore do not let influence this review.
Amazing cocktails. Island does provide a panoramic view of both sides on east river but I was looking forward to drafts on menu which weren’t available (hence not a 5 star)
Cocktails and wine are really good. Food is mediocre. Just go for the drinks and amazing view and you won’t be disappointed
Lovely gem on Roosevelt Island. Great scenery and fantastic views of city.
Panorama is exactly what the name implies, because, it us all about the Panoramic View!And what a beautiful view of the Manhattan, east side FDR highway, skyscrapers, the east river and the 59th Street Bridge - with the Roosevelt Island Tram.Dined with a group of dear friends, and a great time was had by all.This particular venue is sure to be a hit. It is roomy, drinks are cute and the view is sure to be a deal breaker!I strongly suggest that you book a spot now, before it becomes popular and everyone will rush to get in.PS - Huge shout out to the DJ. He definitely has skills and his vibe is refreshinglyrics pleasant... His booth is smooth. He works his crowd and his spirit, for the most part, is 😎.Panorama is good for New York 🤸🏿.Thank you 🌺
Gorgeous views. The bar area has beautiful views of you dont have a reservation. Very worthwhile.
Great views, great food, great vibes.
Mamma mia, what a place. Love, love, love it. I booked a table to celebrate our anniversary last Saturday night, took my husband and my parents as they were visiting that weekend and wanted to surprise everyone. I had seen pictures previously, but the experience exceeded by far my expectations. I have to mention a hiccup in my plan though, as our reservation was for 8pm and I wanted to order some small bites along with drinks, but keep in mind that you might wait for your reserved table. Beautiful entrance at the hotel, then were very nicely greeted by the hostess and told us that wed have to wait a little, so we went to the bar and ordered some drinks. Modern decoration with some art deco touch, beautiful, classy. The views... I wont tell you, you have to experience it yourself. The cocktail menu was fun and interesting, we all loved our drinks, but didnt mind the long wait as we were enjoying the music and atmosphere so much. Great mixed crowd that made the place even better. The hiccup was that we were starving and the table, after more than 1h waiting, was still not ready, so the kitchen had closed and nobody let us know that there wouldnt be any food for the rest of the night (kitchen closes at 9.30pm). I got very disappointed because we were all hungry and after a very long and expensive Uber drive, I didnt want to leave that soon. Long story short, I explained the situation to our waitress, she brought us some drinks to make it up and we decided to stay thanks to the great service and joyful atmosphere. I have to mention that the table was perfect, the views, the music and everything else, so we ended up dancing until closing time. A night to remember.
Fantasy view and tasty cocktails. Can recommend the Night Hawk.
Beautiful sunsets. Good service on the rooftop. Very poor service in the waiting line at the lobby.
We love coming here. Great for groups, just plan your ressy in advance because its a hot spot. Full bar, amazing cocktails. The bartenders, hostesses and the cocktail waitresses are all amazing. We look forward to coming here because they make us feel like family. Also for the views. The entrance process downstairs could be better, but theyre trying their hardest given COVID restrictions.For those that are wondering its very handicap accessible and there are massive bathrooms to accommodate, and the elevator ride is easy once you get past the gatekeepers.
Such bad service, probably the worst service I have ever had in one year of living in New York. The 99c pizza shop has better customer service.Would definitely not even recommend to my worst enemy!
Stunning views. Pricey, but worth it for the vibes and experience.
Great cocktails, and great view. Although they limit the amount of time you can spend at your table.
A very bad experience, they charged us for the valet parking service without using it, no one helped us park the car but when we left the valet parking guy blocked the car with three more cars and told us that if we wanted to move the car we had to pay him $45, The guy was very rude and scared me a lot and locked me in the car, I dont recommend that place to anyone. Very bad experience.
Loved the place and the atmosphere. Great service.
You have to attend with your friends to really enjoy and for the food🤦🏿♀️ there is non eat and drink before you go. The view is beautiful and the vibes is nice 🙂
The view is pretty amazing. I would stay away from the mezcla cocktails the brand they use is not so good
Very bad experience, I give the food a 6, the cocktails are very good and the view of the city is beautiful, we were 4 friends, when we arrived there was no sign of Valet Parking, we parked the car on the street when we left, the guy of the Valet Parking had blocked the car with 3 more cars, we couldnt get out, the guy with a gangster style laughing told us that we should pay him 45 USD to move the cars, very bad it seems to me a criminal and abusive act, I dont recommend that place at all , if you want a place with a good view I recommend the WestLight in Williamsburg
Such a beautiful place, amazing views and delicious snacks.
I like the drinks ! But I was upset that the kitchen closed so early. The music was good! Oh and parking is soooooo hard to find.
Amazing views of both Brooklyn and Manhattan. Well prepared cocktails. Good food and groovy music! 😎
Excellent table service and amazing vibe. Worth the travel.
Very bad company, with super lazy workers. Wasted my entire day on the delivery. Several hours of doing nothing, they finally started to work. From 11am to 4pm-they did absolutely nothing. What a waste of time!
There were some very friendly people who welcomed us in, unfortunately our server was standoffish, abrasive and borderline unpleasant. She definitely did not want to be serving that night. With the views and a bar as beautiful as it is, I would probably come back and hope for a nicer server. We were celebrating a birthday and a lot of us work in the industry so it was disappointing to not receive the service we give. Many other servers and the hostesses sent good wishes but ours didn’t want anything to do with us, wish I celebrated someplace else and came here on a casual Thursday night.
Im granting them a pass on the biggest drawback and that is the location...Roosevelt Island, I imagine most of you have a love-hate relationship, as far as geographical locations in the Northeast go I believe it is more polarizing than even Marthas Vineyard.The reason for that is because while for me it was an uncomfortable long ride having to drive all the way up the FDR over the queensboro bridge and then on to the island...If the cable car was running it could actually be a pretty fun and romantic date or even friendly Expedition...Now that weve gotten that out of the way lets review the actual place, aside from the absolutely horrible trip there or possibly the romantic trip there if you go when the cable car is running with a date...The place itself is quite amazing.The artistic ambiance to the interior is possibly the greatest Ive seen in 2021 and they design of the mixed drinks is equally phenomenal in the artisanal right.The drinks are on par with most prices in New York City but they far surpass them in quality, it doesnt matter what youre drinking at The Panorama Room, its going to be amazing.And we have to talk about the view of the outside they have a perfect system with indoor seating and open bay windows where you can gaze out or simply walk out on their patio to take in the amazing and beautiful scenery of Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and of course all the islands in the Hudson Bay.Definitely somewhere you want to stop by on your next trip to Roosevelt Island. Just make sure you know what youre getting into when you try to go to Roosevelt Island.
Made a reservation for this reservation only bar and was told that if I cancelled I could be charged $40 dollars. Well, due to a last minute buy-out of the bar (some rich group bought the space and Panorama is screwing me over to take that money) Panorama reached out to me to reschedule or cancel my reservation.So let me get this straight, if I choose not to hold up my end of the reservation you guys are going to charge me $40 dollars but if you choose to not honor my reservation for your own financial gain I just have to accept it and you face no repercussions???Make a reservation here if you dare. I guess it means nothing to them.(FYI I am visiting the area so rescheduling my reservation to a different day would not help me at all)
Amazing views! We lucked out with one of the best seats. The service was exceptional. We enjoyed getting to know Zoey and Tatiana. They also captured great pictures of my friend and me!
The view is beautiful. Great appetizers, good drinks. The place gets very crowded, and service can be slow. Tables are reserved but with limited time. Overall a really fun spot.
Food was ok , views were killer service was excellent
See Midtown from a different perspective! Get there before sunset, reservations highly encouraged.
Best view of Manhattan? On our list of top things to do in NYC, this classy, mid-century lounge has great cocktails and tasty appetizers.Tables can be tricky, so get a res to enjoy the dusk transition of the skyline up close.
Amazing views and a really nice atmosphere inside. A big positive is that the place is not overcrowded unlike some other rooftop bars in the city
It’s cool spot with nice views of the city, the vibes were great and the service was quick, our server Tatiana was great, I would give it 5 stars on that.The food not many option but for what we had I would give it 3.5.As for the drink options , it seems the mixed drinks are pre batched and we didn’t want to try that. So my friend and I ordered a Cadillac Margarita tequila of choice was simple said Don Julio.We had three drink’s each, and it wasn’t till the end of the night when we got the bill, that they served us 6 Don Julio 1942 for 336 dollars and an additional charge of 30 dollars for the margarita. What? Like how does that work? This is NY, but to end up paying 61 dollars for one drink with out knowing it, I definitely think it was bad practice not to tell the customer you are serving and charging them for your most expensive tequila when they are different types and we didn’t say specifically we wanted the 1942.Do better.
Come one and all. Come for the cocktails, come for the fun of going through the Graduate Hotel lobby on the way up to the top and the spectacular view of the river, bridge and city. Food is somewhat iffy, but the seafood tower we had (at high Prices) could have sufficed for four. Wonderful addition to Roosevelt Island which is a great place to visit.
Bartender was very snooty...they do not carry mainstream alcohol or wine. Bartender looked down her nose at us when we requested something she did not have. If you are not one of the beautiful people, they will make you feel that way. Take your money elsewhere.if you want to see the view, which is nice, you can go upstairs and head to the terrace, skipping the bar altogether, take your pictures and leave.
The view is spectacular. The food not so much. The drinks are even less desirable. Its watered down & notbmoxed well. The price is an overpay for the food & drinks. The service is also very slow. If you can overlook all the sub-par items & just enjoy the view, then this is the place for you.
We made a reservation for 4 people, we arrived and looked for a parking space for a long time, in the end we parked the car, we stayed for about two hours when we left, we found that the area where we left our vehicle was Valley Parking, and they blocked the exit of our vehicle, And to leave he charged us 45 dollars and they called the police, the detail is that when we arrived there was no one who received the vehicle but when leaving he was there to collect the $45 which in our opinion is unprofessional on the part of this guy who he wanted to take advantage of a job he never did.
Nice place. Good Food/service/drinks. Excellent view
Amazing view , great customer service and drinks ! Shout out to Diego, our bartender who treated us amazing
Excellent view of your surroundings but over-priced drinks.
Great drinks, delicious appetizers and a very good selection of organic wines.
Views are beautiful but no one at the hotel knew when Panorama was open or how to make a reservation between 3 and 5 pm (before you can book on Resy). No one answers the phone at Panorama. Even though you can book on Resy which is for restaurants and they serve food - they say they are a bar and do not allow children to enter even to look at the view. Kind of amateur hour.
My 1st time and it was beautiful. The workers were exceptionally nice.
Ambiance and views were good. Food and service not that good. Don’t get nachos with fake caviar it’s not worth it. Oysters were bad, with some unhealthy smell. Cocktails are also just ok. Our server was not rude neither friendly, just ok.
Beautiful view, great alcohol selection. Not much in the way of food however
Great view. Small food menu. Great drinks
✅ Beautiful city view❌ Bad drinks❌The prices are too high and the drinks are… MEH❌ Menu doesn’t have variety❌Food isn’t good
This place is really fun...the crowd is mixed and the drinks are really really good....getting a table if you dont have reservations is a bit difficult but the manager is rely nice and accommodating..I would definitely come back and I definitely recommend this spot
Ok. We thought they would have more food and cocktail options! The view/space it’s beautiful and worth trying… for maybe a glass of wine/one drink. Felt a pit overprice too!
Great views, somewhat high prices for drinks, chill vibes, slightly crowded
Stopped by for a quick drink and the view. Friendly staff.
Great view, good non-alcoholic options
One of the best (and newest) rooftop bars in NY. Nice place with amazing view. The bartenders are kind, nice, and professional! They are truly hospitable people! Thank you!
Very cool spot. Close to the tram. Drinks were great, food was ok.
Really nice view and the drinks/truffle fries were good. Def pricey. They get busy so reservations are ideal
I love it I really enjoy my self drink was off the hook good
Great views, just a little pricey 🙃
This place is really cute, the best view of the city, the menu could use some more options, cocktails are good. Great place to hang with friends or a date
Outstanding views!! Great atmosphere and great drink selection!
A good place for take a drink
Amazing staff and service!! And the view!!!🔥🔥🔥Such a gem!!
The VIEW and cocktails were amazingThough the waitress seems to be just focusing on selling things on the menu and interrupted so much that we ended up leavingBut the overall experience was above and beyond!
Was unable to make a reservation in Resy in advance. Venue has no working phone and emails went unanswered. Made the reservation in person. Instead of being shown to a table, we were directed to a drink tail on the outer terrace. After complaining (we Hade someone in our party with a disability) we’re we’re moved to a table (probably to the detriment of another guest). After 1 round we are told that the bar was slammed and it could take 15 minutes to get a second round so we left
Amazing place.Great food. Excellent servife
Beautiful views of nyc skyline, if you live in queens a great way to enjoy the city without going into the city. Definitely a great last stop to end the night.
The reservation system doesn’t guarantee you seating…my group made a resy and showed up and was told that we have to hang at the bar and that the reservation meant nothing
Great rooftop the views are worth the night. Drinks are ok. The vibe is calm definitely not the go hard wild rooftop. Great place to take your women for a relaxed night.
So I booked this place for 10 people for surprise Birthday Party I have Invited all my guest. I called and confirmed the booking. On the day of I called luckily to confirm my booking manager told me there is mis management from them she cant accommodate we should book for other day. At 5 pm she asked me to book other day . Not recommended as they messed my party.
Been going there for a long time, Kathryn was incredible but she’s not there anymore.. the staff now is awful and rude I had to wait forever for food and drinks.. this never used to be a problem, I’d only go back if Kathryn came back
Amazing views, good music and nice ambiance.
Beautiful views and nice vibe. Plays all types of music. The drinks are amateur.
Expensive, but a fantastic experience with surprisingly good food and drinks.
Foood good,SERVICE / SERVERS ZOE and TATIANA are literally holding this establishment together. They are young hip and cool — exactly what a nice place like this need to remain relevant. Cheers!
Gorgeous views, great service.
Chill ambience to unwind with a view. Cocktail and food option minimal. but that view!!? 100000000 stars for the view. NYC skyline is elite.
This is a must visit gem, because of their views and their truffle fries 🤤
A bit pricey but the view is spectacular
Don’t go here. Worst place, cocktails are horrible. There are other places in NY that have better view, cocktails and ambience.
Crazy great views of the city and amazing food
Beautiful views and nice multi-format Music. The drinks were also good.
Loved the restaurant and drinks
Rude and overpriced. Nice view though
Amazing view, amazing customer service and Amazing food!!!! Amazing place 😀😃
Literally no walk in even if they have table. You will be standing or go on the terrace. You have to give your card info to make a reservation as well.
This place has, good food and staff, always a full house!
Just amazing view, loved the place, its an experience every one should try
Best view you can get of Manhattan coastline !
Beautiful lounge and bar with amazing views.
Amazing view with amazing food.
Great view but drinks were sooo small vs price
Beautiful view, nice staff.
First time visit, manager is a class act!! Good drinks, beautiful ambiance, great crowd!!
Great views and balcony. Mediocre drinks and service.
Amazing views and ambience. Prices are fairly decent for their food wine and drinks.
Amazing! One of most beautiful rooftop I had experience in new york city!
Absolutely insane views. Would return and would bring back any out of town visitors with me as well. The food was a little expensive, but that’s standard with a rooftop
A very good atmosphere drinks are amazing along beautiful view of New York City
Great views but poor service
Love this place. Perfect for a date or a special occasion. Thank you
Great view, amazing service, original dishes. Ill be back soon.
Great views of the mid Town skyline
Pricey but worth the views at night
Amazing view of Manhattan, great food and awesome vibe
Awesome views, good food, good drinks, not the cheapest but ok
The view was very beautiful!
Beautiful Views and good Drinks
Great views, good music, service was very slow. Had to ask three times to close out my tab.
Wild views of Manhattan, Queens Bronx and Brooklyn.
Very chill vibe nice and laud bacc
Love this cocktail, great service :)
Total reviews rating
199 Reviews for Panorama Room 2023:
Review №1
2022-04-12This is a really cool spot. We had reservations for a Friday in February after they previously cancelled a prior reservation we had for a private event. I was thrown off but really wanted to try it because Roosevelt island is a great place to visit. The staff was very friendly. I’m glad we had a reservation because the bar was packed. The only reason I took off a star is because these are insane prices. We had 2 tiny drinks each (2 people) and our bill was $100. That is ridiculous. We didn’t try any food. I’d come again honestly because the vibes were cool and the view is great. Take the tram from midtown and it’s only a 5 minute walk. Would recommend
Review №2
2022-05-09This was one of the best brunch experiences of my life! I found this place online and took my friend who lives here. The views are amazing, the venue itself is so great + the food is OUT OF THIS WORLD. We got the French toast, pork belly bites and biscuits and that was plenty.It’s reasonably priced too, they could definitely charge more - it’s an unforgettable experience. Please go you won’t regret it!
Review №3
2022-05-30I have been a couple of time in this rooftop. This place have nice and colorful drinks. The options for appetizers are scarce but are good. The view is breathtaking. It is a nice place to spend with friends.
Review №4
2022-02-14Beautiful modern cocktail bar on the top floor of a funky hotel. Take the Roosevelt island tramway along the side of the Queensborough bridge to get here. Once on the island walk to the hotel and go up to the bar level. Pictures don’t do this place justice but the views are perfect and the cocktails constructed meticulously. Make this place a cool date night or stop by when visiting the city for the first time!
Review №5
2022-06-23Amazing view! The drink I ordered was okay! I would give them another try!Update: I tried a few other drinks and one of them had edible glitter in it. I forgot the name but it was a good one! Taylor was amazing. But be careful some bartender might give you someone elses credit card instead of yours and the management will act as if it was not their fault. And wont even apologize for the inconvenience!
Review №6
2021-11-26Get here early and maybe make a reservation if you cant! Loved our experience at this rooftop bar on Roosevelt Island. We arrived right at opening and the place was already filling up with patrons. The drink prices were high end but made to taste great, definitely plan on spending a good amount here if you are staying for any length of time. The views and open air balcony was worth it to just hang out and enjoy a nice elevated experience.If you do show up once it is busy, make sure to have a plan on what you are going to order so you can be next in line. The bar staff do try their best to work fast but a lot of people can fit in this room.I would suggest this as a high class first drink of the afternoon kind of place to get the most out of it, move into the city or to another bar to avoid large crowds up here by the time night sets in.
Review №7
2021-11-11Incredible date-night spot. The views are some of the best from any rooftop spot - you’re surrounded by water, and every table is close to their giant floor-to-ceiling windows. I also thought the music and decor set a really nice vibe, and the staff were excellent.Prices are on the higher side for NYC, but the quality of the drinks and food is excellent. Special notice goes to the caviar nachos - baked plantains are very inventive.Reserve a table for an hour before sunset. Spend the early afternoon exploring Roosevelt park at the southern end of the island (it’s gorgeous - and especially golden in the fall), then head here to watch the sky change colors. A great final touch is to ride the funicular back across the river into Manhattan.
Review №8
2021-10-24Great addition to the NYC nightlife and rooftop scene!The views are amazing as they provide a different view of NYC, the crowd is beautiful, the drinks are great, and the service is excellent. The drinks are on the pricier side averaging $18-$22, but youre paying more for the ambiance rather than the drinks themselves.It’s a great spot to go with a date if you’re really into them and want to impress them, go with family so they can take in the breathtaking views, or go with friends prior to ending the night somewhere. It’s definitely worth making a reservation so you can have your table be your base while you walk around on the outdoor deck, but you’ll be fine without reservations.
Review №9
2022-01-04Amazing view of Manhattan! Very nice bar. Highly recommended for a date night. The place needs reservations especially for a large group of people and in holidays.We were a group of almost 10 people all doctors, after we paid for the check the service lady, after taking away all the glasses and cups, came back again and took our small table light and put it on another table (looking like she wanted to kick us out!) while we were still there and we were discussing on our next plan! Not only me also some of my other friends found this action very unprofessional which I didn’t expect! I don’t know it is their policy or it happened only to us.
Review №10
2022-06-13Come here for the views not the drinks.The views on the outside terrace were absolutely stunning in the dark and made for a great place to sip a drink and take some good photos.And you will be sipping that drink very slowly thanks to how expensive and uninspiring the cocktails are.