(212) 447-1820

47 E 29th St (Between Madison Avenue and Park Avenue)
New York, NY 10016 40.7445 -73.9846

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Neighborhoods: Midtown South Central, Midtown

redskynyc.com

Hours:

Daily 11am-4am

Last updated 8.17.11

Category:

Bars & Clubs, Grill Restaurants, Nightclubs, Restaurants, Singles Bars, Bars & Pubs, Pubs

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Catering Services:

Restaurant Management

Restaurant Special Features:

Late Night Dining

Cuisine:

Traditional American

What People Are Saying About Red Sky

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In Short – The upstairs lounge doubles as an art gallery and the main floor boasts a 40-foot mahogany bar, exposed brick walls and multiple plasma TVs. Red curtains interspersed throughout cast a romantic glow, and perpetually playing dance music and aquariums add a lively feel. But it's the 10 beers on tap--including Guinness, Bass, Sam Adams, Magners and Hoegaarden--that really get this 20-something crowd moving.

ambiance
86.66999816894531% positive
  1. The decoration isn't as great as it looks on the website.
  2. When 10 party's are on your roof its not comfortable or PRIVATE anymore.
  3. The first floor was more of a bar scene while the second floor had a club/lounge atmosphere which was cool.
  4. loved the 2nd floor- what a great atmosphere created by the fishtanks built into the walls - a must see.
  5. Between the Rock & Roll atmosphere on the first floor and the Hip hop lounge on the second floor I already thought the place was great; then I discovered the huge roof deck which will keep me coming back to this spot all summer long.
  6. My friends and I always have a fun time here, it is a great neighborhood bar that is always reliable for a guaranteed good time!
  7. The food was great and the bartenders and wait staff were so much fun.
  8. Great atmosphere and people were very helpful, thanks for a cozy and relaxed atmosphere as that is what NYC lacks sometimes.
  9. It was way fun and I had a blast - great staff, great drinks, and a downtown feel with midtown prices.
  10. Cozy and dark decor.
  11. The space they have, aside from being huge, has a very nice ambiance.
  12. Great atmosphere, Very friendly staff!
  13. There is always a great crowd of good looking, fun people, great mix of girls and guys.
  14. In a nice relaxed atmosphere.
  15. I didn't know there was a roof deck until my friend came down all sweaty from dancing and said this place is great there are 3 floors of fun.
drinks
76.36000156402588% positive
  1. The roof deck is amazing and although it was pretty chilly last weekend we were smoking away and can't wait for Summer specials and after work cocktails at your establishment.
  2. the worst bar ever.
  3. went to red sky last night for an alumni event, and must say the deal we had of free beer and wine for 2 hours was fantastic.
  4. They have a good selection of beers on tap and there always seems to be a good crowd on weekends and happy hours.
  5. Good for drinks, smokers delight
  6. This is the perfect place to have drinks after work and take advantage of their happy hours.
  7. So instead of apologizing and trying to make things right, the manager of the bar (total low life, with the worst truck driver mouth) accused my friend of lying saying he had already closed his tab.
  8. will definitely be back to Red Sky - they have a really cheap happy hour and offer great drink specials.
  9. The drinks were cheap, the women were beautiful, and all three floors were hopping.
  10. The bartenders for the game were so nice and kept the drink specials flowing (which were cheap) and didn't make a dent in my wallet with $2 drafts.
  11. When the open bar ended at 1am, a few of my friends tried to come in, but the manager would only let them come in if they paid $45, the full open bar price (even though the open bar was over).
  12. The bartender was also very friendly, made me a self-concocted drink and told me it was on him if I didn't like it.
  13. The drinks were cold and the service was fast and accommodating!
  14. The neighborhood is certainly changing; as many new boutique hotels, along with their corresponding bars & restaurants open, this offers a nice respite from the $18 cocktails.
  15. The beer and food specials are really reasonable for NYC and the roof top area is a perfect for a nice spr.
  16. The bar was really cool and it was packed!
  17. It is by far the best bar in the area.
  18. This is by far the WORST bar in NYC.
  19. When we asked why the line wasn't moving (the bar wasn't full inside) he was rude and arrrogant and said we weren't helping make the line go any faster (how!
  20. great place, with great help, and well priced drinks for the big apple!
  21. All in all a wonderful bar -- I'd recommend the main downstairs area for happy hour as well.
  22. The bartenders and staff all seem really friendly and even buy back drinks which never happens in NYC.
  23. It is a great place, with something for everyone - roof deck, lounge/club-like area, and sports bar.
  24. Great bar for a few drinks with friends
  25. The food was great, drink prices more than reasonable, and DJ took almost all our requests.
  26. we were greeted by a friendly cheery bartender on the 1st floor who was pouring drinks for us just as fast as we put down the empty glasses.
  27. If you want bad service, poor music and a loser owner who has no idea to run a bar, go here.
  28. It was way fun and I had a blast - great staff, great drinks, and a downtown feel with midtown prices.
  29. hosted a 3 hour open bar and everyone in my party got wasted and had the best time dancing on the dance floor.
  30. That and the really great drink specials they have served by a friendly staff all of whom I've gotten to know and love by becoming a regular there!
  31. The waitresses are very slow and there is no bar on the roof avoid at all cost.
  32. The worst bar in NYC, hands down.
  33. Worst bar experience I've ever had.
  34. Jessica was SO helpful- organized a private party here last Friday night- rented out the entire rooftop- did not have to put any $$ down and they had a variaty of drink deals I could choose from.
  35. Its a great place to have a few drinks with some friends.
  36. Worst bar, terrible staff, esp.
  37. My friends and I always have a fun time here, it is a great neighborhood bar that is always reliable for a guaranteed good time!
  38. Worst bar I have ever been to!
  39. he was rude and cursed at me for not tipping him more, maybe if the drinks were good i would've.
  40. 40/person. staff seemed nice on the phone when i organized it with them, but once at the bar they were incredibly rude.
  41. Campy pop music, unappealing crowd, overpriced drinks.
  42. The bartenders were extremely nice and the open bar specials were the best I've ever seen in NYC!
  43. This is by far the best party bar in town.
  44. And GREAT bar food!
  45. Would love to go back, great for any occassion really, after work drink, group, night out.
  46. Just a snippet of the way this bar operates- the red sky website advertises that there are "tropical fish tanks" on the second floor- the fish were amazing, especially since they were "sleeping" upside down at the top of the tank for the entire time that
  47. The staff is so friendly and attentive, we never had to wait for a drink.
  48. The staff is friendly, the drinks flow, and the music keeps the poarty grooving.
  49. The first floor was more of a bar scene while the second floor had a club/lounge atmosphere which was cool.
  50. will never have an event here and will never recommend this bar to anyone
  51. The bar itself is pretty cool.
  52. We went to the bar on other occasions to check it out after we booked, and on a regular night I think the place is great as well.
  53. The bar upstairs is pretty big.
  54. We were on the roof, which we thought might be lame because there was no bar up there, but we had great service from both the waitress and the manager of the bar, we never seemed to have empty drinks in our hands.
  55. I'd definitely recommend Red Sky for parties and for drinks.
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. The food was great, drink prices more than reasonable, and DJ took almost all our requests.
  2. The appetizers/food are pretty good.
  3. The beer and food specials are really reasonable for NYC and the roof top area is a perfect for a nice spr.
  4. also need to mention again how wonderful the food is and espically the cobb salad.
  5. the appetizers being passed around were very tasty!
  6. The party was well-received, food was affordable, DJ played whatever the party requested.
  7. And GREAT bar food!
  8. Just a snippet of the way this bar operates- the red sky website advertises that there are "tropical fish tanks" on the second floor- the fish were amazing, especially since they were "sleeping" upside down at the top of the tank for the entire time that
  9. The food was great and the bartenders and wait staff were so much fun.
  10. Everything was perfect and we had a blast, the food selections were the right amount and everyone was loving the crunchy chicken fingers and sliders!
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. Everything was perfect and we had a blast, the food selections were the right amount and everyone was loving the crunchy chicken fingers and sliders!
  2. They have a good selection of beers on tap and there always seems to be a good crowd on weekends and happy hours.
overall
95.0% positive
  1. It's a nice place in the summer when you can enjoy the terrace.
  2. Its a great place to have a few drinks with some friends.
  3. It's a nice place to go to if you want to relax and have a quiet evening.
  4. This is a great little place!
  5. The roof top is great, and the place is full of good looking people.
  6. It is a great place to take large groups without the hassle of Paris and Lindsey style papparazzis and lines.
  7. It is a great place, with something for everyone - roof deck, lounge/club-like area, and sports bar.
  8. Red sky is a great place to have a party besides my hangover I can't complain about a thing.
  9. Your best bet is to take you $$ some place else.
  10. great place, with great help, and well priced drinks for the big apple!
return potential
80.0% positive
  1. will 100% be back to red sky again- the place was GREAT!
  2. Would love to go back, great for any occassion really, after work drink, group, night out.
  3. When I went downstairs to check out the problem, the manager was horrible to me and wouldn't let me return to the party until I "waited 15 minutes.
  4. will definitely be back to Red Sky - they have a really cheap happy hour and offer great drink specials.
  5. had a blast at red sky this past weekend -- great crowd -- not too crowded but a nice mix -- with plenty of women -- thought the bartenders were great and attentative and the music kept the party going -- highly recommend it -- try the lounge upstairs too
service
66.95000171661377% positive
  1. Perfect if you like an obnoxious bartender
  2. had a blast at red sky this past weekend -- great crowd -- not too crowded but a nice mix -- with plenty of women -- thought the bartenders were great and attentative and the music kept the party going -- highly recommend it -- try the lounge upstairs too
  3. We were on the roof, which we thought might be lame because there was no bar up there, but we had great service from both the waitress and the manager of the bar, we never seemed to have empty drinks in our hands.
  4. If you want bad service, poor music and a loser owner who has no idea to run a bar, go here.
  5. Great atmosphere, Very friendly staff!
  6. Drinks are reasonably priced for NYC bars, and the staff is very friendly.
  7. The place reflects on the rude staff and lacks style or class!
  8. There is always a great crowd of good looking, fun people, great mix of girls and guys.
  9. The bartenders were extremely nice and the open bar specials were the best I've ever seen in NYC!
  10. the waitresses were very friendly and accomodating to us and the bartender sent us over a round of shots.
  11. The service was completely cool, we got hammered, I was taking jagerbombs with the bartender.
  12. The bouncers and managers probably turn off a lot of people who would otherwise likely really enjoy the place, and bring it a lot of business.
  13. Great service.
  14. The staff was so nice and hot!
  15. Drinks were uptown cheap, and the bartenders were great.
  16. 40/person. staff seemed nice on the phone when i organized it with them, but once at the bar they were incredibly rude.
  17. Great place, Great staff, Great experience!
  18. It was most definitely NOT too crowded and the manager was extremely rude to our guests waiting outside.
  19. The staff is so friendly and attentive, we never had to wait for a drink.
  20. When the open bar ended at 1am, a few of my friends tried to come in, but the manager would only let them come in if they paid $45, the full open bar price (even though the open bar was over).
  21. The waitresses are very slow and there is no bar on the roof avoid at all cost.
  22. Waitress service was terrible.
  23. terrible service, poorly organized birthday arrangements
  24. we were greeted by a friendly cheery bartender on the 1st floor who was pouring drinks for us just as fast as we put down the empty glasses.
  25. You will meet people from Manhattan ( not the burbs), there are always lots of hotties, and the crowd is friendly.
  26. The Bad - The place at times can get over crowded with a loud, excitable crowd of people that can be annoying when you're trying to chill, which also get the Staff on edge.
  27. The staff is friendly, the drinks flow, and the music keeps the poarty grooving.
  28. Great atmosphere and people were very helpful, thanks for a cozy and relaxed atmosphere as that is what NYC lacks sometimes.
  29. The staff was very friendly, professional, and attentive.
  30. Worst bar, terrible staff, esp.
  31. When we asked why the line wasn't moving (the bar wasn't full inside) he was rude and arrrogant and said we weren't helping make the line go any faster (how!
  32. The entire staff was rude!
  33. Women and people of color seem to be particular targets for bad behavior on the part of not only the slope -shouldered morons that seem to be their regular clientele but the management seems to be the worst offender.
  34. When I recently had to plan a last minute gathering with the staff, Julie & Mike went well above and beyond the call to help get this underway, and off to a brilliant success.
  35. haven't been on city search in a while but I thought i would pay compliments where they were due and thank red sky and the staff for hosting an amazing holiday party for my company.
  36. So instead of apologizing and trying to make things right, the manager of the bar (total low life, with the worst truck driver mouth) accused my friend of lying saying he had already closed his tab.
  37. The staff were very friendly and it had a good crowd.
  38. The bartenders for the game were so nice and kept the drink specials flowing (which were cheap) and didn't make a dent in my wallet with $2 drafts.
  39. The food was great and the bartenders and wait staff were so much fun.
  40. The bouncers are incredibly rude and have terrible attitudes.
  41. The bartenders and staff all seem really friendly and even buy back drinks which never happens in NYC.
  42. Rude staff
  43. The waitresses were so great.
  44. The staff was friendly, the music was great and just a good overall vibe.
  45. When I went downstairs to check out the problem, the manager was horrible to me and wouldn't let me return to the party until I "waited 15 minutes.
  46. Young management staff and event bookers means that you get bad accommodations and service.
  47. It was way fun and I had a blast - great staff, great drinks, and a downtown feel with midtown prices.
  48. he was rude and cursed at me for not tipping him more, maybe if the drinks were good i would've.
  49. The bartenders and owners were so nice and we got the total VIP treatment.
  50. the bartenders were fast and i even got shots on the house : ) i liked the downstairs better than the upstairs.
  51. the bouncers were nice and the bartenders were even nicer.
  52. The bartenders & waitresses were GREAT.
  53. The staff were friendly, but how good is that if the people that went there were not friendly.
  54. The drinks were cold and the service was fast and accommodating!
  55. That and the really great drink specials they have served by a friendly staff all of whom I've gotten to know and love by becoming a regular there!
  56. I've been doing the NYC single scene for a while and all I have to say is that the place was filled with beautiful and friendly people.
  57. The roof top is great, and the place is full of good looking people.
  58. The bartender was also very friendly, made me a self-concocted drink and told me it was on him if I didn't like it.
  59. The staff was horrible, in particular the bouncers who seem like they are on a power trip since this is the only place they most likely have any power.
value
86.66999816894531% positive
  1. The bartenders for the game were so nice and kept the drink specials flowing (which were cheap) and didn't make a dent in my wallet with $2 drafts.
  2. The party was well-received, food was affordable, DJ played whatever the party requested.
  3. The space they have, aside from being huge, has a very nice ambiance.
  4. The drinks were cheap, the women were beautiful, and all three floors were hopping.
  5. Between the Rock & Roll atmosphere on the first floor and the Hip hop lounge on the second floor I already thought the place was great; then I discovered the huge roof deck which will keep me coming back to this spot all summer long.
  6. Jessica was SO helpful- organized a private party here last Friday night- rented out the entire rooftop- did not have to put any $$ down and they had a variaty of drink deals I could choose from.
  7. The food was great, drink prices more than reasonable, and DJ took almost all our requests.
  8. Decent space and crowd, but definitely not worth the trouble.
  9. will definitely be back to Red Sky - they have a really cheap happy hour and offer great drink specials.
  10. Campy pop music, unappealing crowd, overpriced drinks.
  11. Drinks were uptown cheap, and the bartenders were great.
  12. It was way fun and I had a blast - great staff, great drinks, and a downtown feel with midtown prices.
  13. There're plenty of great bars in NY to go to and worth standing in line for but this isn't one of them!
  14. When the open bar ended at 1am, a few of my friends tried to come in, but the manager would only let them come in if they paid $45, the full open bar price (even though the open bar was over).
  15. Take your money to someplace that will treat you right and don't reward this ridiculous behaviour/
wait time
50.0% positive
  1. When I went downstairs to check out the problem, the manager was horrible to me and wouldn't let me return to the party until I "waited 15 minutes.
  2. Between the Rock & Roll atmosphere on the first floor and the Hip hop lounge on the second floor I already thought the place was great; then I discovered the huge roof deck which will keep me coming back to this spot all summer long.
  3. When I recently had to plan a last minute gathering with the staff, Julie & Mike went well above and beyond the call to help get this underway, and off to a brilliant success.
  4. The waitresses are very slow and there is no bar on the roof avoid at all cost.
1 Star Rating: Poor

04/04/11

Rooftop bar s*cks

by MaggieZ at Citysearch

Yes, there is a rooftop bar but its more narrow than my bathroom and has no views whatsoever. You are surrounded by two brick walls and buildings. There are so many better places in the neighborhood don't waste your money here

4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/19/10

Great neighborhood rooftop

by AVR , Citysearch Contributor at Citysearch

Red Sky has often been a last minute go to in this neighborhood.

When I recently had to plan a last minute gathering with the staff, Julie & Mike went well above and beyond the call to help get this underway, and off to a brilliant success.

If you are looking for a spot to spend a sunny afternoon, head to their roof deck.

Want to catch a Footie match, or any random playoff game - they have plenty of screens for that. In a nice relaxed atmosphere.

One hidden bit of amusement - the restrooms on the second floor have an unusual view back into the bar through large fish tanks.

The neighborhood is certainly changing; as many new boutique hotels, along with their corresponding bars & restaurants open, this offers a nice respite from the $18 cocktails.

  • Pros: Nice alternative to the usual scene
  • Cons: Some nights are busier than others
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/27/10

My 30th was a blast - thanks to Red Sky

by nycgirl2010 at Citysearch

I just had my 30th B-day at Red Sky and I can’t thank all the staff and owners who personally took the time to make sure everything was top notch for my party. I hosted a 3 hour open bar and everyone in my party got wasted and had the best time dancing on the dance floor. I was even allowed to bring in cupcakes and the Dj stopped the music so everyone could sing to me. I will 100% be back to red sky again- the place was GREAT!

  • Pros: great place to have your b-day
  • Cons: nothing at all
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/18/09

Holiday Happiness!

by tataladee at Citysearch

I haven't been on city search in a while but I thought i would pay compliments where they were due and thank red sky and the staff for hosting an amazing holiday party for my company.

Everything was perfect and we had a blast, the food selections were the right amount and everyone was loving the crunchy chicken fingers and sliders!! The Dj really got things going and everyone in the accounting department was drinking cosmos and on the dance floor ripping it up! The bartenders could not have been nicer to us and where so fast and attentive! Thank you again Red Sky everyone is still talking about what a great party it was and how it was such an awesome way to RING in the holiday season!!

  • Pros: Awesome Space! Such a fun party
  • Cons: None
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/22/09

overall awsome time

by Sweetlife at Citysearch

i was so nervous to have my party here bc of all the negative reviews. but i did anyway- had about 40 people.. open bar for 3 hours which was perfect. we were supposed to be on the roof but it was pouring so we were alll in the lounge with other parties- but there was enough room. the bouncers, bartenders, all staff was awsome!! i will most definatly go back

  • Pros: music, drinks, atmosphere

The Details on Red Sky

Place Categories:

  • great bartenders
  • worst bar
  • great crowd
  • best party bar
  • nice bouncer
  • awful place
  • beautiful people
  • great clublounge atmosphere
  • rude entire staff
  • great waitresses
  • good priced drinks
  • great music
  • great bar food
  • terrible experience
  • bad waitress service
  • great holiday party
  • great service
  • worst manager
  • great birthday spot
  • definitely recommend red sky
  • enjoy open space
  • amazing roof deck
  • cozy decor
  • great little place
  • friendly wait staff