St. Cloud

We walked in on a cold Thursday evening in January, and unsurprisingly, we were the only ones there (understandable, given the freezing temps and the fact that it was only 5 PM). That being said, the cocktails were really good--maybe a bit on the pricey side, but hey, it's Times Square.The service, however, was a bit of a mixed bag. We tried to strike up some friendly banter with our server (as we usually do), but she didn't exactly pass the vibe check. She did bring us our food, though, so there's that. Considering we were the only customers in the place, we were a little surprised she didn't check in more often. At one point, I had to get up and walk over to the bar just to ask for a glass of water--kind of awkward, but the bartender was super nice and handed it over.As for the food: my fiancé ordered the lobster rolls, which she did enjoy, but our server only asked how everything was AFTER she'd finished them/when she came to bus the table (A little late for that check-in). To be fair, the server was nice--just not the most attentive, which was a bummer.We were hoping to sit outside, but the patio was closed due to the weather--no surprise there, we totally get it. The ambiance inside is lovely, though, and I can imagine the patio is beautiful when it's open.All in all, it was a decent experience, but unless someone specifically invited me, I probably wouldn't make a return trip on my own.

Ordered:Cent'Anni (~$27): Baileys, Malfy gin, coffee, vanilla, petit fourLa Fete (~$25): Grey Goose strawberry & lemongrass, lime juice, triple sec, strawberryAya's take:St. Cloud is a rooftop bar located right off of Times Square. We had an hour to kill and found ourselves here for a quick drink. The rooftop itself is pretty standard, not too much focus on the decor or ambiance otherwise. The Cent'Anni has to be one of the most expensive cocktails I've had in NYC. It was essentially a twist on an espresso martini. I enjoyed it a lot, actually. The La Fete was way too sweet for my liking and had an artificial flavor to it. Nice, chill spot to grab a drink but this wouldn't be one of my favorite rooftops.

The service is amazing and the views are stunning. Rooftop can be chilly but they have blankets and heaters. It's really quiet for being in the city and it's so beautiful at night. Would love to come here with an even larger group of friends. Drinks and food are pricey but worth it for the views and the ambiance.

I had a nice time visiting this sky bar located in the Knickerbocker hotel. The views are spectacular and the cocktails were excellent too. This is a great place where you can see the ball drop on New Years. I look forward to visiting again. The manager and staff are very good.

Convenient location in the heart of Times Square. This is an easy spot to get in on a weeknight for after work happy hour. We stopped by towards the end of the week and there was no wait. This is located inside of the Knickerbocker Hotel. Just head up the elevator to the rooftop and a hostess will lead you to seating. On a nice day, the rooftop is the place to be. Given that it is on the corner of 42nd & Broadway you are in the heart of the action. There is no "view" per se other than surrounding office buildings. You may view the NYE ball from there as that building is adjacent to the rooftop. However, all the noise from street performers, traffic, and Times Square action probably travels up the later it gets. At 5:30-6pm it wasn't too bad, and they had a DJ playing light music. Service was good & fast. Ordered the Sakura Old Fashioned ($27), which I thought was very pricey for what it was. Places that charge close to $30 for a cocktail usually look or taste unique. The cocktail comes with a pink cotton candy top (perhaps meant to look like a cloud), which you mix into the drink. This makes the basic Old Fashioned overly sweet. Even the mocktails around $19 I thought were pricey. I guess you really pay for location but spending this much I rather go to a fancy cocktail bar.

Absolutely stunning cocktail lounge and rooftop bar right off of times square. The drinks were phenomenal and the view was insane.

Great location. The server Jose Rizal was nice and friendly. I love the music of the DJ.

Super fun rooftop bar. Great view and nice ambience. It was great to enjoy a cocktail and snack. Very pricey. $80.57 for 2 drinks and tiny snack.

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the St. Cloud rooftop bar for the first time during my stay at the Knickerbocker hotel. Situated atop the hotel, with a prime location diagonally across from the iconic Times Square New Year's Eve ball drop, the bar offers breathtaking views of the city skyline. On a lovely evening, I indulged in their excellent selection of small plates and drinks, which did not disappoint. The ambiance was charming, and the service was impeccable. Overall, my experience at the St. Cloud rooftop bar added to the allure of the hotel itself, and I look forward to returning for another memorable stay.

What a beautiful place. Great rooftop bar. Very peaceful. Has great food and drinks. The tour of New York included 5 beers. Made for a great sampling of some different local breweries.