Ava Penthouse Lounge
New York, NY 10019-5218
Phone: (212) 246-2211
- Cross Street:
- Between Broadway and 7th Avenue
- Directions:
- 1 at 50th St; N, R, W at 49th St
- Best of Citysearch:
- Outdoor Bar 2007
- Hours:
- Daily 5pm-4am
Message from Ava Penthouse Lounge
A Retro-Modern Rooftop bar; sipping cocktails never felt so luxurious
- Corporate & Private Events
- Signature Cocktails-DJ-Dancing
- Outdoor seating- Rooftop bar
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Editorial Review for Ava Penthouse Lounge – by Lisa Marie Rovito
The Scene
Most people impulsively race for the windows at this retro-licious duplex lounge atop the Dream Hotel. A view to the south overlooks the "Late Show" studios and across the way, high-rise terraces swaying with singles who party this way every night. A stylin' DJ-spun scene that could easily become pretentious--with a roped-off sidewalk and "Reserved" signs on tables--is actually warm and inviting, with low striped banquettes and modern wood paneling. Giggling tourists bring an out-of-town sweetness, while tough guys in suits will help you score a seat.
The Draw
When the weather is fine, the upstairs terrace lounge outshines any option in the area. It's tented for use year-round, but the "heat" feels lukewarm at best. In winter months, opt for the sexy little library-themed downstairs back room, with a mod white scheme and a those-in-the-know feel about it.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkAsk for the Key lime martini--a $13 knockout.
Know Before You GoIf your heart is set on the terrace, call ahead to make sure a private party hasn't reserved it.
User Reviews for Ava Penthouse Lounge
06/23/2008 Posted by mereditheats
This was my first time at Ava Lounge and after the way that we were treated, it will certainly not be my last. The staff was amazing, kind, and helpful. We had reserved seating on the rooftop for Saturday night. We were whisked upstairs through the line and onto this fantastic roof deck. Our waitress Christina couldnt have been a sweeter nicer girl. We had such an amazing time!! The views are fantastic and we really felt very S*x and the City ish (there were 4 of us!) Everything just worked out 100% perfect. The crowd was good and well dressed. It was definitely a perfect upscale evening.
Pros: Great views, great bar, GREAT staff
06/16/2008 Posted by Dancingdiva77
Went here for a friend's birthday on Saturday night, 6/14 and while we were all impressed with the views, we were not impressed by the rude bouncers and their nasty attitudes. Despite having table service, we had to wait in the back of the line. Once getting to the top, where the lounge is located, we were shown in and had to literally swim our way through to find our little table in the back that could seat maybe 4 people if lucky. The space around the tables is small so if you bring your friends, just plan on dancing up against them. I think it happened to be very crowded on the Sat. that we were there because it had rained very hard during the day and the rooftop was closed. Adding to the misery was the fact that the air condition was broken and the poor men in their long sleaved shirts were sweating most of the night. One plus - the music was great and it would have been more enjoyable if there was actually room to dance and air to breath! The main reason I wouldn't recommend this place is the service, starting with the bouncers and ending with the waitresses. Bouncers were ridiculous - red velvet rope, ect. and major attitude and the waitress once bringing us our table and vodka did not check up on us once to see if we needed more mixers - we had to hunt her down. Impressed? Hardly and I don't think any of us will return back.
Pros: Good Music
Cons: Everything but the good music - HORRIBLE service & attitude
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