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Leonessa brings Italian cocktail magic to Conrad rooftop
March 20, 2025, 9:57.56 pm ET

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Downtown’s rooftop scene is about to get a stylish new addition. Leonessa, an Italian-inspired cocktail bar, is opening atop the Conrad New York Downtown on April 3, bringing a taste of la dolce vita to the city skyline.

A collaboration with beverage guru Ariel Arce—who’s behind hotspots like Tokyo Record Bar, Heroes and Roscioli—Leonessa is all about elevated Italian drinking traditions. The cocktail list is a deep dive into spritzes, bitters, martinis, and fruit-forward creations, with an impressive selection of Amari, vermouths, and non-alcoholic options.


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Perched on the hotel’s 16th floor, the space—designed by NYC’s Islyn Studio—channels an Amalfi Coast terrace at golden hour, complete with lemon trees, lush greenery, and an Italian fountain centerpiece. A Fornasetti bar piece and handcrafted glassware round out the aesthetic.

Open Tuesday through Sunday from 4 p.m. to midnight (expanding to seven days a week on May 26), Leonessa is primed to be downtown’s hottest rooftop hangout. Reservations are now live on Resy.


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