Panorama Room

Perched atop the Graduate Hotel on Roosevelt Island, Panorama Room unfolds as a serene rooftop lounge where the pace slows just enough to savor the unfolding skyline. From the moment you step into this intimate space, the mood strikes a careful balance between relaxed sophistication and quiet celebration. It’s the kind of spot that invites lingering – a place to settle in, watch the city’s lights shimmer across the East River, and share easy conversation against a backdrop of soft melodies and the occasional murmur of distant ferry horns.

The views here are undeniably the soul of the experience, stretching across Roosevelt Island toward Manhattan’s ever-humming skyline. The ever-changing light—especially as the sun dips toward evening—paints the room with a warm glow that feels both expansive and comfortably contained. This is not a loud, pulsing nightlife venue, but rather a gently animated haven where you can reconnect with friends or carve out a peaceful moment in the city’s rhythm.

Behind the bar, thoughtfully crafted cocktails weave together familiar classics with subtle twists—a few sweet notes, a touch of spice—crafted to complement the scenic setting rather than overshadow it. While the menu leans into fresh seafood offerings and refined bites, the magic here lies in how these flavors accompany the surroundings, enhancing an already immersive experience without rushing the appetite. Whether you arrive in the late afternoon to catch the sunset or later in the evening for a quiet drink, the Panorama Room invites you to slow down and savor the intimacy of a well-curated moment in New York’s vast skyline story.