Bar 54 Reviews Summary

Category: Bar New York

Address: 135 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036, USA

Phone: +16463641234

Rating: 4.2
based on 226 reviews.

View and Atmosphere

Pros:

  • "The view was amazing."
  • "The place is nice and comfy and it has beautiful views to Times Square."
  • "The drinks were good and the view was fantastic!"
  • "The view from the deck has many icons of midtown like Empire State, and to the south to Freedom Tower."
  • "The view is wonderful."
  • "This rooftop bar is stunningly beautiful. Perfect atmosphere and view."
  • "Great way to get a cheap view on part of Manhattan and times square from a high floor."

Cons:

  • "We went for the view and were a bit disappointed as the terrace is closed off and seating only inside."
  • "View is not that visible from seating."
  • "The outdoor patio was closed and you couldn't go out - even just for pictures."
  • "They made us sit inside with no windows even who we had reservations."
  • "The place does not provide very good views (see my photos). The outdoor observation deck was closed."
  • "The skyline is blocked by all of the nearby buildings making it difficult to see anything worthwhile."
  • "No skyline view is worth the price of a bad reputation."

Service

Pros:

  • "Servers are very friendly and helpful, and the bartenders are excellent at their craft."
  • "Wonderful experience, we were seated the moment we walked in."
  • "Our waitress was so sweet and always keeping tabs on us."
  • "Staff is polite and smiled."
  • "Service was fast and friendly."
  • "The staff was very friendly and accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed."
  • "Our server was amazing and took great care of us."

Cons:

  • "No respect for reservations or requests... They over book them place... The whole point of making a reservation is to be seated when you arrive."
  • "Service was your typical 'I’m Guranteed 18% gratuity regardless so get your drink and move along'."
  • "They certainly do not deserve a visit for their attention."
  • "The service is rediculously bad. They are happy to give you a bad table."
  • "Waiter was rude when members of our party ordered lemonade and soda, implying we should order alcoholic drinks."
  • "Our server was miserable, and she barked at us when asking us about our drink order."
  • "The service was not good, had to get up and look for the waiter to place my order."

Price

Pros:

  • "$112.32 for 3 cocktails is pricey."
  • "Great way to get a cheap view on part of Manhattan and times square from a high floor."
  • "The prices are ok, we did not have dinner but the experience was pretty decent."
  • "Cocktails are around $25, which is not bad for such a place in the middle of NYC, and they are absolutely delicious."
  • "4 cocktails and an aperitive platter cost us around $200. That's still cheaper than the empire state viewpoint though, and you're sitting there with a drink."
  • "It's free to go up."
  • "Great after work spot to have a few cocktails and small bites."

Cons:

  • "I shouldn't be surprised by the prices but $12 for a bottle (not even tap) of beer is a bit ridiculous."
  • "$44 for 2 drinks but they automatically add an 18% tip on to it without telling you."
  • "The prices do not match the quality of your cocktails."
  • "If you're drinking, be prepared for $15 beers and $20 cocktails and standing at that."
  • "On top of this they will charge you $25/person if you miss or cancel your 'reservation' without 24 hours notice."
  • "The drink menu is very good, obviously over priced."
  • "5 star view and staff, 1 star prices. $26 for 1 cocktail is ridiculous."

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