Empire Hotel Lobby Bar

JC Adriana

On my first trip to NYC, This was the first stop after touching down at the airport., My gf booked it, and I was meeting her there. First thing I noticed was how close it is to Lincoln Centre. It is also walking distance to Times Square and Hell’s Kitchen. So definite points for location. Sadly, it wasn’t all I had hoped it would be. It was very dim inside. From the Hotel lobby, to the hallways. The elevators were small, old, slow and rickety. Room was super small, and very hot ( it was in August ) no air conditioning. The bathroom was also small, and the shower was built weird, so water got out at the bottom and soaked the floors. I’m talking at least an inch! The pool was on the rooftop, but it was very small. I laughed at the “Warning ! No life guard on duty sign. There was also a rooftop bar, and the drink was actually very good. The downside came when it started to rain, and it was over ran with many screeching children. I had to leave. The best thing about the stay was they gave us a super late check out, without charge. Lots of options for hotels in NYC- this one I would not revisit.

Anna Correa

An real old fashioned does not have cherries in it... also the bartender was pretty rude to my party. I think it was the end of the shift but if someone asks a question please do not jump down the person’s throat. Great atmosphere though, comfortable and nicely decorated.

A A

The Lobby Bar is usually poorly attended, has expensive drinks that are not noteworthy in any capacity, and food that is just OK, although it desperately ties to be more than it is. I walked in intending to go to the Rooftop Bar, and was let in no problem. My Caucasian guest was told that the Rooftop Bar was only for guests of the hotel. $$$ out of $$$$$ . The Lobby Bar is clean, but I would not recommend it if you'd like to go to a busy, or well - attended place. Go here if you're looking to sink into a large chair, and meet up with an undercover agent, secret lover, socially phobic friend or parent, or you'd like to carry on a conversation at whisper level.

C.J. Clover

The best kept secret near Lincoln Center. Though they seem to have trouble keeping products in stock, the hospitality of the staff more than makes up for it. I go there any time before I see a show at Lincoln Center. The rooftop bar is great as well but is a little too "stuffy" for my taste.