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  "slug": "creatures-rooftop",
  "name": "Creature's Rooftop",
  "url": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/creatures-rooftop",
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  "cuisine": "Cocktail Bar",
  "neighborhood": "Chelsea",
  "neighborhoodPage": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/chelsea",
  "spaceTypes": [
    "Full Buyout"
  ],
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  "description": "Creature's Rooftop transforms your group gathering into an elevated Chelsea escape, where craft cocktails flow as freely as conversation under the open sky. The full buyout gives your party exclusive access to this sleek rooftop sanctuary, creating an intimate atmosphere where every guest feels like they're part of something special rather than competing with other diners for attention. Your group will have the entire space to toast, mingle, and create those spontaneous moments that only happen when great drinks meet great company in one of Manhattan's most coveted elevated hideaways.",
  "priceRange": "$$",
  "typicalSpendPerPerson": {
    "min": 20,
    "max": 60,
    "currency": "USD"
  },
  "rating": 4.4,
  "reviewCount": 341,
  "address": "518 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001, USA",
  "phone": "(917) 920-5536",
  "website": "https://www.creaturesrooftop.com/",
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  "coordinates": {
    "lat": 40.7504133,
    "lng": -74.0034186
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  "hours": [
    "Monday: Closed",
    "Tuesday: 4:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Wednesday: 4:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Thursday: 4:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Friday: 4:00 to 11:00 PM",
    "Saturday: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM",
    "Sunday: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM"
  ],
  "amenities": {
    "reservable": true,
    "goodForGroups": true,
    "outdoorSeating": true,
    "servesBrunch": null,
    "servesLunch": null,
    "servesDinner": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleEntrance": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleSeating": null
  },
  "businessStatus": "OPERATIONAL",
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    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/creatures-rooftop-4.jpg",
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  "groupDining": {
    "summary": "Groups book the rooftop for buyouts, weddings, birthdays and corporate parties, often 40 to 100 guests with passed food and cocktails.",
    "notes": [
      "Reviewers report events from a party of 6 up to 100 guests, with one mention of space for 250 to 300.",
      "Beyond the rooftop, a Lobby/Garden area downstairs has been used for corporate events.",
      "Full-space buyouts are available; an events manager handles planning and an on-site lead runs the day.",
      "Outside cake is allowed and staff have coordinated third-party vendor deliveries; DJs and music are common."
    ],
    "pros": [
      "Events team responsive and organized from planning through event day",
      "Skyline and Empire State Building views in every direction",
      "Flexible with changing needs, extra food rounds and vendor coordination",
      "Cocktails and food praised by event guests"
    ],
    "cons": [
      "Understaffed bar at busy events; 25 minute drink waits reported",
      "Winter warmth relies on space heaters only",
      "Regular guests get bumped or cut short when private parties take over"
    ],
    "occasions": [
      "private events",
      "birthday parties",
      "corporate events",
      "wedding",
      "networking event"
    ],
    "reviewsConsidered": 58,
    "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
}