In a hunt for a rooftop bar with a happy hour, I tripped over the Nearly Ninth website, implying that they had one

Not!

The website listed a happy hour, which — after we arrived — we discovered was only for the lobby bar. We decided to stay put as we were already nestled comfortably in a private corner.

I recommend their nicely balanced Elderflower Spritz ($17 instead of $10 in the lobby bar), replete with Grey Goose, St. Germain, prosecco and club soda. With that, we nibbled a small serving of blue corn tortilla chips and guacamole ($18) plus some fresh veggies that our attentive waitress Savannah managed to get for us ($6) as they were only on the menu with the hummus. Do note, that the restaurant automatically adds a twenty percent gratuity to your check.

I’d recommend stopping by for a cocktail and the view!

Nearly Ninth at the Arlo
Midtown West
351 W 38th St,
New York, NY 10018
(212) 933-4495
nearlyninthnyc.com