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  "name": "The Skylark - Rooftop Bar",
  "url": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/the-skylark-rooftop-bar",
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  "cuisine": "Bar",
  "neighborhood": "Midtown",
  "neighborhoodPage": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/midtown",
  "spaceTypes": [
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  "description": "The Skylark transforms your group gathering into something magical with its soaring 30th-floor perch above Midtown, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the Empire State Building and Manhattan's glittering skyline. Your private space feels like a sophisticated aerie, complete with craft cocktails that match the elevated setting and small plates designed for sharing while your guests take in views that stretch from Brooklyn to the Hudson River. The energy shifts from golden hour conversations to sparkling nighttime celebrations as the city lights up below your feet.",
  "priceRange": "$$",
  "typicalSpendPerPerson": {
    "min": 20,
    "max": 70,
    "currency": "USD"
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  "rating": 4.4,
  "reviewCount": 2125,
  "address": "200 W 39th St, New York, NY 10018, USA",
  "phone": "(212) 257-4577",
  "website": "https://theskylarknyc.com/",
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  "coordinates": {
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    "lng": -73.9888567
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  "hours": [
    "Monday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM",
    "Tuesday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM",
    "Wednesday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM",
    "Thursday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM",
    "Friday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM",
    "Saturday: Closed",
    "Sunday: Closed"
  ],
  "amenities": {
    "reservable": true,
    "goodForGroups": true,
    "outdoorSeating": true,
    "servesBrunch": null,
    "servesLunch": null,
    "servesDinner": null,
    "wheelchairAccessibleEntrance": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleSeating": true
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  "businessStatus": "OPERATIONAL",
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  "groupDining": {
    "summary": "Groups book The Skylark for weddings, corporate parties and birthdays, using private rooms or sectioned-off rooftop areas with passed food.",
    "notes": [
      "Reviewers describe weddings held here, including a bridal suite and full planning support from venue staff.",
      "Private events use a corner room or a portion of the rooftop closed off to other guests; one event was on the 30th floor with coat check.",
      "Event menus reported include passed appetizers, burrata salad, steak with potato pave and multiple desserts; lamb rack was a favorite.",
      "Cocktails run $18 to $20 plus, and parties of 6 or more are subject to 20% automatic gratuity."
    ],
    "pros": [
      "Staff praised as professional and calming for weddings",
      "Panoramic Empire State and Midtown views for events",
      "Private corner room and sectioned-off areas available",
      "Event food and passed appetizers consistently well reviewed"
    ],
    "cons": [
      "Regular reservations sometimes cancelled or displaced by private events",
      "Door staff and dress code enforcement reported as rude and inconsistent",
      "One reviewer found the event space hallway-like and poor for hosting"
    ],
    "occasions": [
      "private events",
      "weddings",
      "corporate parties",
      "birthday celebrations"
    ],
    "reviewsConsidered": 70,
    "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
}