The Bar at The Clocktower
The Clocktower is chef Jason Atherton’s refined British restaurant tucked inside The New York EDITION hotel on Madison Avenue, just off Madison Square Park in NoMad. It is a special-occasion room — carved plaster ceilings, a 24k gold-leaf bar, and an award-winning wine list — rather than a deal-hunter’s destination.
Attached to the dining room, The Bar at The Clocktower pours bespoke craft cocktails in an intimate, clubby setting that works well for a pre- or post-event drink. There is no traditional happy hour here, but the bar is a stylish landing spot when you want polish over price.
What to Expect
The Clocktower does not offer a happy hour. The Bar at The Clocktower is open daily from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM for craft cocktails and wine at full price. If you are after a discounted after-work deal, this is not the room for it — come instead for the setting, the cocktails, and the wine program.
The Room
Set across the second floor of the landmark former Metropolitan Life building, the space blends opulent, old-world detail — a fiberglass globe chandelier, gold-leaf bar, and plush seating — with a relaxed, grown-up energy. It reads elegant and hushed, ideal for a quiet drink rather than a raucous night out.
Who The Clocktower Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Special-occasion dinner | A Michelin-recognized British menu and a Wine Spectator award-winning list make it a go-to for celebrations. |
| Pre-theater or pre-event drink | The bar’s central NoMad location and 5pm open suit a polished drink before an evening out. |
| Date night | Low lighting, gold-leaf glamour, and expert cocktails set an intimate, upscale mood. |
| Business drinks | The clubby, quiet bar is well-suited to a considered conversation over craft cocktails. |
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The Clocktower FAQ
Does The Clocktower have a happy hour?
No. The Clocktower is an upscale restaurant and does not run a discounted happy hour; the bar pours at full price.
Where is The Clocktower?
It is inside The New York EDITION hotel at 5 Madison Avenue in NoMad, near the 23rd Street R, W, and 6 trains.
What are the bar’s hours?
The Bar at The Clocktower is open daily from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
What kind of food does The Clocktower serve?
It serves contemporary British cuisine from chef Jason Atherton, spanning breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with The Clocktower before visiting for a specific deal.