The best rooftop bars in TriBeCa

If you've caught yourself daydreaming about afternoons spent eating pastries and walking along the Seine, a trip to Le Vaux Rooftop is just what you need to get your fix of la vie en rose while remaining on this side of the Atlantic. Located on the eighth floor of Fouquet's New York Hotel, this rooftop blends the luxurious atmosphere of a French garden with skyline views of Manhattan.

The menu is as light and airy as the greenery-covered space, featuring dishes like prosciutto paninis and lobster salad. To complement your al fresco dining, choose from a variety of refreshing cocktails inspired by European destinations. Jump from Paris to Wimbledon with a Pimm's Cup or soar to the Italian coast with a Sicilian Smash.

Le Vaux Rooftop can accommodate up to 46 guests for a full buyout. The hotel also offers several other event spaces for larger gatherings, such as the Terrace Cafe, the Fouquet Brasserie, or the Cannes Screening Room.

Inspired by the vineyards of Napa Valley, City Winery brings the rustic beauty of California wine country to Pier 26. Enjoy a glass of wine in the sunshine on the rooftop wine garden, which offers spectacular panoramic views of Manhattan and the Hudson River.

The drink menu includes a wide selection of wines, with flights available for those who can't decide. It also features signature cocktails, like the Vineyard Spritz and the Tribeca Sour. Pair your drink of choice with a charcuterie board, small sharing plates, or freshly baked pizzas.

The rooftop can host up to 120 guests for seated events. For larger parties, a full buyout of the other levels of the venue is available for up to 500 guests for standing receptions.

Okay, sure, JIMMY is technically in SoHo – but you’ll forgive us. Is there any better way to spend a summer evening in the city than sipping a cocktail in a rooftop pool while watching the sunset over the skyline? You can make this dream come true at JIMMY, an 18th-floor rooftop bar at the ModernHaus SoHo hotel. From the sophisticated interiors of the indoor bar space to the fun, relaxing vibe around the pool outside, this venue is an ideal location for events year-round.

While the outdoor space is at its peak in the warmer months, the cocktail menu has something special in store for every season. Take in the views of Downtown while you enjoy a Golden Sunset in the heat of July or a Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini when the leaves begin to change. The food menu features a variety of savory and sweet snacks, including everything from aleppo french fries to freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.

For events utilizing both indoor and outdoor spaces, the venue can accommodate up to 150 guests.

On the 16th floor of the Conrad Hotel, the Loopy Doopy Rooftop Bar is serving up drinks as fun as its name with breathtaking skyline views across the Hudson. Toast to Lady Liberty with the bar's signature summer drink, the Poptail - a gourmet popsicle in a glass of champagne or prosecco. The Poptails are inspired by classic cocktail flavors, like raspberry Moscow mule and strawberry cosmopolitan.

The rooftop bar can accommodate up to 75 guests for standing events and 50 for seated meals. If you want to make sure you don't get too "loopy doopy" from one too many Poptails, the Conrad Hotel also has the Atrio Wine Bar and Restaurant onsite if you want to grab a bite to eat.

Whether you're looking for a sophisticated traditional bar atmosphere or a more energetic, fun rooftop space, Hotel Hugo has both options covered. The sleek interiors and floor -to- ceiling windows of Bar Hugo Rooftop are contrasted with its upstairs neighbor, the boisterous Azul on the Roof, - a cantina- style open-air bar.

Both bars serve the same menu of Cuban-inspired bar snacks and tropical cocktails. Whether you're spending your evening indoors or under the stars, drinks like the Oh, My Guava or the Sandia Fresca with transport you from Tribeca to a sunny paradise.

You can enjoy the sparkling downtown views from both bars. A full buyout of the two spaces can accommodate up to 115 guests.