Nightlife + Dining
Julianne Beffa
Where to Watch, Drink & Celebrate the 2026 US Open Around NYC
The ultimate guide to US Open 2026 in NYC, from rooftop watch parties and Honey Deuces to luxury hotel stays, cocktails, live events and more.
- By: Julianne Elise Beffa
The US Open may take place in Queens, but during tournament season, it feels like all of New York City gets in on the action. From rooftop bars overlooking the Manhattan skyline to downtown hotels hosting tennis players, cocktail parties and live screenings, the city is turning the 2026 US Open into far more than a sporting event.
And that is exactly what makes the US Open so fun in New York. You can spend the afternoon watching a match at Arthur Ashe Stadium and head downtown for cocktails afterward, or skip the trek to Queens altogether and catch the tournament from a rooftop, hotel bar or neighborhood hangout. Add in Honey Deuces, Ace Palomas, DJs, brunch, live podcasts and even a $500,000 hotel package, and there is no shortage of ways to get into the US Open spirit.
If you are looking for where to watch the US Open in NYC, where to drink a Honey Deuce, where to stay for the US Open or simply what is happening around New York during the tournament, these are the spots worth knowing about.
Broken Shaker New York
A US Open cocktail is always a good idea, but drinking one 18 floors above Manhattan makes it considerably better. Perched on top of Freehand New York, Broken Shaker is turning its wraparound rooftop into a US Open viewing destination from August 25 through September 12, serving both the tournament’s signature Honey Deuce and an Ace Paloma, its tequila-forward take on the classic cocktail.
Matches will be shown throughout the tournament during business hours, so you can actually follow the action while taking advantage of Broken Shaker’s usual lineup of fresh bites and inventive cocktails. The indoor-outdoor space and sweeping skyline views make this one of the more elevated places to watch the US Open in NYC, particularly if you want your tennis viewing to come with a little nightlife energy.
Located at 23 Lexington Avenue on the 18th floor, Broken Shaker is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. My recommendation: go for an early evening match, order the Honey Deuce, and settle in for a few hours rather than treating it like a quick pre-dinner stop.
US Open dates: August 25–September 12
Where: Broken Shaker, 23 Lexington Ave., 18th Floor
Merchant LES & Daintree
If your idea of a US Open trip involves tennis during the day and the Lower East Side after dark, Merchant LES makes a very convenient home base. The hotel sits in the middle of one of downtown Manhattan’s most energetic neighborhoods, while its rooftop bar Daintree is bringing its own dose of tournament energy to the city.
On August 25, Daintree hosted the Dobel Deck U.S. Open Kickoff Party with Dobel Tequila, live DJ performances, an Ace Paloma and a Dobel Deck pop-up overlooking the Manhattan skyline. It is the kind of opening-night setup that makes sense for New York: cocktails, music and a rooftop rather than simply sitting in front of a television waiting for the next set to start.
The tennis continues throughout the tournament, with matches shown on screen at Daintree so guests can keep up with the action while drinking Ace Palomas and taking in the views. If you are staying downtown and want a US Open watch spot that feels like part of the city’s nightlife scene rather than a dedicated sports bar, this is a strong option.
Romer Hell's Kitchen
Romer Hell’s Kitchen is making a particularly good case for staying in Manhattan during the US Open, especially if you want to experience the tournament beyond the stadium. From August 27 through September 13, the hotel will host tennis programming throughout the property, including a live podcast, match screenings and a Grand Slam-themed hotel package.
The centerpiece is “Game, Set, Next Gen,” a live podcast and talkback taking place at So & So’s Piano Bar on August 27 at 5:30 p.m. Hosted by Fantastic Tennis podcast host Jon Guerrica, the conversation will feature WTA players Zeynep Sonmez, Ann Li and Diana Shnaider, followed by a cocktail reception and a special menu of player-inspired drinks. Shnaider and Li will also be staying at the hotel during the tournament, giving the property a particularly close connection to the action.
The hotel’s Grand Slam Stay package comes with an RHK baseball hat, an OMNY pass to Arthur Ashe Stadium for each guest and an autographed tennis ball, while the US Open semifinals and finals will be projected in the hotel’s Study. For anyone interested in the players and personalities behind the tournament, the live conversation is a more interesting way to get into the US Open than simply watching another match on a screen.
Dates: August 27–September 13
Where: Romer Hell’s Kitchen, So & So’s Piano Bar
The Mark's $500,000 Grand Slam Extravaganza
For the person who does not believe in doing anything halfway, The Mark has created what may be the most extravagant US Open experience in New York this year. The Grand Slam Extravaganza costs $500,000 and includes a four-night stay in The Mark Penthouse for up to six guests during semifinal and final weekend, along with six tickets to both the men’s semifinals and men’s final.
The package essentially turns the entire top two floors of the hotel into a private Grand Slam residence. Guests receive bespoke menus from The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges and Caviar Kaspia at The Mark, access to the penthouse’s private Technogym and cold plunge overlooking Manhattan, and a private celebratory sail aboard The Mark’s 70-foot Herreshoff sailboat. The charter travels through New York Harbor and includes menus from Jean-Georges Vongerichten or Caviar Kaspia, with the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline providing the backdrop.
Then there is the part that really takes this from luxury hotel package to fantasy weekend: a private tennis lesson with John McEnroe at the John McEnroe Tennis Academy. Transportation to and from the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center and the tennis academy is handled by a dedicated private chauffeur, and a portion of the proceeds benefits the John McEnroe Tennis Academy.
At $500,000, this is obviously not the casual US Open weekend. It is, however, an impressive illustration of just how far the luxury travel world has taken the Grand Slam experience, and if you have ever wondered what the US Open would look like with essentially no budget, The Mark has answered the question.
Price: $500,000
Stay: Four nights for up to six guests
Includes: US Open semifinal and final tickets, The Mark Penthouse, private sailboat charter, John McEnroe tennis lesson and private transportation
Lucky Tiger
For a much more approachable US Open experience, Lucky Tiger is screening every match throughout the tournament, making it an easy choice if you want to watch the games without committing to an entire day in Queens.
The weekend setup is especially appealing, with 90 minutes of bottomless drinks available from noon to 4 p.m. for $35 with the purchase of any brunch item. The lineup includes Lucky Tiger’s takes on the Honey Deuce and Ace Paloma, while evening sessions can be paired with cocktails and small plates including coconut miso shrimp and Korean short rib bao buns.
It is a fun alternative to the traditional sports-bar experience, particularly if you want to make an afternoon of it rather than simply stop in for a match. Tennis on the screen, brunch on the table and bottomless cocktails for $35 is a pretty convincing way to spend a Saturday.
Arlo Williamsburg & Arlo NoMad
Arlo Williamsburg and Arlo NoMad are partnering with Grey Goose to bring some of the US Open’s most recognizable cocktail culture beyond Arthur Ashe Stadium, with watch parties featuring Honey Deuces complete with the signature tennis-ball-shaped melon garnish.
On September 2 from 4 to 6 p.m., Grey Goose will host events at the Arlo properties with merchandise giveaways and the signature Honey Deuce cups served at the US Open. At Arlo Williamsburg, guests can also play a friendly game of ping-pong, which feels appropriately on-theme without requiring anyone to actually pick up a tennis racket.
For visitors looking for a hotel-based US Open watch party, the Arlo activations offer a more social alternative to simply watching from a hotel room, with the added bonus of getting one of the tournament’s most iconic drinks in your hand.
Special event: September 2, 4–6 p.m.
Where: Arlo Williamsburg & Arlo NoMad
Recreation at Moxy NYC Downtown
Inside Moxy NYC Downtown, Recreation is bringing every US Open match to its big screens while turning the viewing experience into something of an indoor playground.
The bar’s all-day US Open specials include the Honey Deuce, a Patrón Paloma made with grapefruit soda, lime and salt, and a Berry Rouge Royale made with Grey Goose Berry Rouge, lemonade and bubbly rosé. Between matches, guests can move on to shuffleboard, Skee-Ball or the venue’s single-hoop basketball court.
That combination makes Recreation a good pick for groups, particularly if not everyone in your party is prepared to spend three hours intensely analyzing a second-set tiebreak. You can watch the match, order another drink and actually have something to do when the action slows down.
The Standard, High Line Biergarten
For a more relaxed take on US Open season, The Standard, High Line is bringing the tournament to its Biergarten in Chelsea, where matches will be screened live at the outdoor, street-level venue directly beneath the High Line.
The setting is about as far from the polished hospitality of The Mark as you can get, which is precisely why it works. Grab a beer, order a sausage or pretzel, settle into the outdoor space and watch the match while the West Side carries on around you. The US Open-themed drinks add a little tournament flair without making the experience feel overly curated.
If you are already spending the day around the High Line, Chelsea or the Meatpacking District, this is an easy place to stop for a match and a drink without building your entire afternoon around it.
Magic Hour Rooftop Bar
Magic Hour Rooftop Bar is taking the big-screen concept seriously, with US Open matches playing across 10 giant TVs on the 18th floor. The rooftop’s Empire State Building views may compete with the tennis for attention, but that is hardly a bad problem to have.
The cocktail lineup includes a Honey Deuce served in a souvenir cup, a sparkling Paloma and Moët Imperial Brut for anyone who would rather toast the match than analyze it. The combination of high-rise views, tournament cocktails and multiple screens makes Magic Hour a particularly good option for visitors who want their US Open night to feel like a New York night first and a sports viewing experience second.
Because really, if you are going to watch tennis in NYC, you might as well have the Empire State Building in the background.
The beauty of the US Open in New York is that you do not need a ticket to Arthur Ashe Stadium to feel like you are part of it. For nearly three weeks, the tournament spills out of Flushing Meadows and into the rest of the city, turning rooftops, hotel bars, restaurants and neighborhood hangouts into unofficial extensions of the grounds.
There is something for every kind of tennis fan, too. Go polished with a Honey Deuce at Broken Shaker, head downtown for DJs and Ace Palomas at Daintree, meet the next generation of players at Romer Hell’s Kitchen or make a weekend of it at Lucky Tiger with brunch and bottomless drinks. If you are feeling particularly ambitious, there is always The Mark’s $500,000 fantasy waiting for you.
The US Open has always been one of New York’s great end-of-summer rituals, and this year’s lineup proves that the tournament is about more than what happens on the court. It is the cocktails, rooftops, hotel lobbies, late nights and very New York decision to turn a tennis tournament into an entire social season.
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