Bar 54: rooftop access, age rules, reservations and dress code
Bar 54 is the Hyatt Centric Times Square New York rooftop cocktail bar on the 54th floor; it is a 21+ venue with an enforced dress code and reservations are recommended. Outdoor terrace seating is usually first-come, first-served and the space may be reserved for private events, so access is not guaranteed at all times.
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What is Bar 54?
Bar 54 is the rooftop cocktail bar and lounge on the 54th floor of Hyatt Centric Times Square New York. The venue offers indoor lounge seating plus an open-air terrace with Midtown skyline views.
The menu focuses on craft cocktails, fine wines and tapas-style small plates; the kitchen typically closes earlier than the bar on most nights.
- Location: 54th floor, Hyatt Centric Times Square New York (135 W 45th St)
- Style: Rooftop lounge with indoor and outdoor terrace seating
- Food & drinks: craft cocktails, small plates and wines
| Feature | Note |
|---|---|
| Floor | 54th |
| Seating | Indoor lounge + open-air terrace |
| Typical offerings | Cocktails, wines, tapas-style bites |
Age rules: hotel vs. rooftop
Hyatt Centric Times Square New York is a mainstream, family-friendly hotel that lists a minimum check-in age of 18 on many booking platforms; some sources list 21 as the minimum age to stay without an adult. Government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Bar 54 itself is restricted to guests 21 years of age or older. The rooftop is an adults-only space even while the rest of the hotel allows younger guests.
- Hotel check-in minimum: commonly listed as 18 (some platforms list 21 for staying without an adult)
- Bar 54 entry: 21+ only
- Bring valid photo ID for both check-in and bar entry
| Area | Minimum age / requirement |
|---|---|
| Hotel check-in | Typically 18; some sources list 21 for unaccompanied stays |
| Bar 54 rooftop | Must be 21+ to enter |
Reservations and how access works
Reservations are recommended for Bar 54, including for hotel guests. Walk-ins are accepted when space is available, but outdoor terrace seating is generally first come, first served.
All patrons — walk-ins and reservation holders — are asked to check in at the restaurant host stand on the ground level before being escorted to the rooftop. The rooftop can be closed or reserved for private functions, so check availability before heading up.
- Reservations suggested; still possible to wait for walk-in seating
- Check-in for the rooftop begins at the ground-level host stand
- Outdoor terrace: first-come, first-served
- Rooftop may be unavailable during private events
| Action | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Make a reservation | Recommended to secure a table, especially on weekends |
| Arrive as walk-in | Possible but seating not guaranteed; terrace usually first-come |
| Private event | Rooftop may be closed or have limited access |
Dress code and entry standards
Bar 54 enforces a dress code — the hotel describes it as an enforced dress code for rooftop patrons. Specific item-level rules (for example, no athletic wear or flip-flops) are not published in full in the sources available here.
If you want to be sure you meet the standard, choose smart-casual attire (neat jeans or trousers, collared shirts, dresses) and avoid beachwear, gym clothes or overly casual footwear. Staff at the host stand can confirm whether an outfit meets the policy on arrival.
- Dress code is enforced for entry to Bar 54
- No detailed list of prohibited items is published in the public sources provided
- When in doubt, wear smart-casual clothing
| Situation | Suggested attire |
|---|---|
| Dinner and drinks at Bar 54 | Smart-casual: trousers/jeans and a nice top, collared shirt, dress |
| If unsure | Ask the host at check-in on the ground level |
| Clearly inappropriate | Very casual gymwear or beachwear (sources do not list specifics) |
Hours, kitchen times and what to expect
Bar 54 generally opens in the late afternoon and runs into the late evening. Standard hours are Sunday–Thursday 4:00 PM–12:00 AM and Friday–Saturday 4:00 PM–1:00 AM. The kitchen normally closes earlier than the bar on most nights.
Because hours can vary by season or for private events, check current hours before you go. The hotel's official pages list the times above as the regular schedule.
- Typical bar hours: Sun–Thu 4:00 PM–12:00 AM; Fri–Sat 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Kitchen usually closes nightly earlier than the bar (hotel notes kitchen closes around 11:00 PM)
- Bar hours may change for private events or holidays
| Day | Bar hours | Kitchen note |
|---|---|---|
| Sun–Thu | 4:00 PM–12:00 AM | Kitchen closes earlier (typically ~11:00 PM) |
| Fri–Sat | 4:00 PM–1:00 AM | Kitchen closes earlier (typically ~11:00 PM) |
Private events, VIP area and wedding use
Bar 54 includes spaces that can be reserved for private events: the Bar 54 Lounge (2,479 sq ft; up to 125 guests) and the Bar 54 VIP Area (capacity up to 65). The rooftop is a booked event space and may be unavailable to casual guests during private functions.
If you're planning a private function — rehearsal dinner, reception or rooftop wedding — contact the hotel's events or sales team to confirm availability, capacities and any policies that apply to the rooftop.
- Bar 54 Lounge capacity listed at up to 125 guests
- Bar 54 VIP Area capacity listed at up to 65 guests
- Rooftop can be reserved for private events; availability varies
| Space | Square feet / capacity |
|---|---|
| Bar 54 Lounge | 2,479 sq ft / up to 125 guests |
| Bar 54 VIP Area | Capacity up to 65 guests |
