5 Rooftops in Hell's Kitchen
Three of these five lose their outdoor space for part of the year: The Dickens, The Green Room 42 and Beer Authority's deck. Hudson VU says it's open all year with heated spaces. Harbor NYC has a retractable glass roof.
Each row has the source we read, last checked November 2026. Floors and seasons can change, so check before you go.
The 5, A to Z
| Name | Address | City grade | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beer AuthorityGround-floor bar, with a rooftop deck in the warmer months. | 300 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018 | City grade A | Source | November 2026 |
| Harbor NYCRetractable glass roof, with Hudson River views. | 621 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036 | No city record matched | Source | November 2026 |
| Hudson VU16th floor of the Ink48 Hotel. Open year-round with heated spaces. | 653 11th Ave, New York, NY 10036 | City record, no letter | Source | November 2026 |
| The Dickens21+. Rooftop closed for the season. | 783 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036 | City grade A | Source | November 2026 |
| The Green Room 42 Rooftop4th floor inside YOTEL. The outdoor rooftop is open May to October. | 570 10th Ave, New York, NY 10036 | No city record matched | Source | November 2026 |
Rooftops in Hell's Kitchen: questions
- How many rooftops are in Hell's Kitchen?
- This list has 5: Beer Authority, Harbor NYC, Hudson VU, The Dickens, and The Green Room 42 Rooftop. The city doesn't track rooftops, so there may be others.
- What is the best rooftop in Hell's Kitchen?
- We don't pick one. The city's inspection file has a letter for Beer Authority (A) and The Dickens (A), and that covers food safety only.