All About PHD Rooftop Lounge New York

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New York, United States

Club / Indoor / XS – 200-500

City

Electronic, Hip-Hop, Pop

$$$$

Live music, Upscale

Smart

When the day fades away, PHD Downtown New York morphs into a luxurious club where magnums of champagne and fashionable labels reign.

In 2015, Noah Tepperberg, Marc Packer and Rich Wolf of the TAO Group opened PHD Rooftop Lounge on the 12th floor of Dream Downtown Hotel to create an experience like no other for New Yorkers and clubbers from all over the world. With its unmatched clubbing atmosphere, PHD is a destination everyone should party at.

This luxurious spot is usually packed with young professionals and global travelers who are searching for an unforgettable night in New York.

At PHD Downtown, you can experience a one-of-a kind New York night with picturesque views and a sound system that will make the crowd roar.

Here is everything you need to know about PHD Downtown New York.

The club is located on Dream Downtown’s rooftop

Nestled in the futuristic-looking Dream Downtown hotel, this New York club acts as the ultimate clubbing penthouse. PHD Downtown took over the hotel’s 12th floor, making it the go-to spot for inflatable music beats and jaw-dropping views over Manhattan’s city skyline. 

Although its rather modest capacity would integrate it in the boutique club category, PHD Downtown New York takes the cake for 360 clubbing experiences.

Not only that the off-the-wall location gives the club a fair head-start, but it also provides it with a wide range of amenities – from full-service bars to a retractable canopies. 

PHD Rooftop Lounge New York is part of a TAO Group

The New York club is owned and operated by the ubiquitous nightlife hospitality group TAO.

Through its extensive and diversified portfolio of Michelin star restaurants, sprawling nightclubs and high-end lounges, TAO Group is a pro at delivering unforgettable nightlife experiences. 

Some roaring nightlife names that were envisioned and created by TAO Group include Marquee New York and Omnia Las Vegas.

Back in 2015, the hospitality group added PHD Downtown to its list. Through this lounge-turned-nightclub spot, TAO wanted to create a venue that embodied both a rooftop bar’s laid-back vibe and the energetic vibrancy of a clubbing destination.

It is a luxurious nightlife spot

PhD Downtown New York is all about the glitz and glam – and it is anything but shy in showcasing that.

Leather couches, triple-tiered crystal chandeliers and marble tables are all part of the picture. Oozing with unapologetic opulence, PHD Downtown is the ‘it’ clubbing location for New York’s upscale clientele. 

The crowds seeking to cherish whatever the club has to offer is a timeless combo between attractiveness and wealth. Models, casual men in business attire and posh, middle-aged women are always part of the picture.  

Drinks at PHD Rooftop Lounge don’t go for cheap

Innovative cocktails don’t come cheap either – if you are looking to get boozy, your wallet better be prepared to splurge.

A Jameson on the rocks usually goes for $18, but the price gets higher when service charges and taxes join the chat. While bar prices are relative, bottle service is a must. 

PHD Rooftop Lounge New York features two full service bars

Since the club strives to be at the forefront of everything, it is natural that it provides top-notch services. Not only that there is an extensive list of mouth-watering boozy drinks, but there are also two bars available. 

PHD Downtown knows too well how frustrating it is to spend half of your clubbing session queueing up at the bar. In spite of its rather small capacity, the New York club features two bars, allowing clubbers to relish in the music beats and jaw-dropping view rather than wasting time at the bar.  

The upscale club is exclusive

Like any other exclusive club, PHD Downtown taps into the intimacy factor. Its modest size can only accommodate 400 clubbers.

Everyone wishing to be granted entry should make a reservation before arriving at the spot. While bouncers might let (almost) anyone in, things change after 10 PM.

PHD New York gets crowded, so the door crew will either ask you to step aside or wait for someone to exit the club. 

A smart-casual outfit is the way to go

The dress code at PHD Downtown is in line with the club’s trendy style. Guests who want to join the party should wear a smart-casual outfit if they want to receive the affirmative nod from the bouncer.

Wearing any kind of sportswear will prevent entry problems.

The popular partying spot has attracted many celebrities

In 2012, after her performance at Pier 9 in Brooklyn during Fleet Week, Katy Perry visited PHD Rooftop Lounge New York.

She was joined by Adam Lambert as the pair partied until 3 AM. Katy Perry even jumped into the DJ booth during the party to request Rihanna songs.

PHD Rooftop Lounge New York is home to some of the greatest DJs of all time.

Making sure to provide the perfect party environment for partygoers, this New York club breaks all the boundaries by hosting some of the most popular DJs who set the dance floor on fire.

PHD Downtown has been host to DJ Dalton, Tali Gore, among many others.

PHD Rooftop Lounge encapsulates New York’s ideal nightlife scene with an outstanding ambiance, great music, and an upscale clubbing experience like no other.