Upstairs at The Kimberly
Upstairs is the rooftop lounge perched 30 stories atop the Kimberly Hotel in Midtown East, with a fully retractable glass roof and a head-on view of the Chrysler Building. An express elevator delivers you to a sleek, greenery-framed space that works equally well for a date or an after-work drink with a view.
The program leans on artistically composed cocktails and a small-plates menu served nightly, with resident DJs spinning Wednesday through Saturday and a weekend rooftop brunch. It is a dress-the-part, splurge-a-little kind of spot rather than a deal destination, and guests must be 21 or older on the rooftop after 4pm.
What to Expect
The Room
A glass-roofed rooftop lounge 30 floors up, framed by living green walls and designer furniture, with sightlines to the Chrysler Building from nearly every seat. The retractable roof lets it flip between open-air and indoor depending on the weather, and the main space holds up to 200 guests.
Who Upstairs at The Kimberly Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Date night | The Chrysler Building view and low-lit cocktail program make it a reliable romantic splurge. |
| Special occasion | A dramatic rooftop setting suits birthdays and anniversaries worth dressing up for. |
| After work | Midtown East location and a nightly cocktail list make it an easy post-office drink with a view. |
| Weekend brunch | Rooftop brunch service runs on weekends alongside the skyline views. |
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Upstairs at The Kimberly FAQ
Does Upstairs at The Kimberly have a happy hour?
No published happy hour is listed. The bar serves cocktails and small plates nightly at standard rooftop pricing.
Where is Upstairs located?
It sits on the 30th floor of the Kimberly Hotel at 145 East 50th Street in Midtown East, near Lexington Avenue.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes. Guests must be 21 or older to access the rooftop after 4pm.
Is the rooftop open in winter?
Yes. A fully retractable glass roof lets the space operate as an indoor lounge in cold weather.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Upstairs at The Kimberly before visiting for a specific deal.