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Alto Rooftop, Montclair, NJ

Alto Rooftop

4.6
4.6
398 Reviews
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
  • Good for groups
With sweeping views of the NYC skyline and the Watchung Mountains, Alto Rooftop sits on the 9th floor at The MC Hotel, Autograph Collection. Open year round, the menu features playful bar bites and a curated cocktail list that captures the eclectic spirit of Montclair. Alto is the place to meet for a relaxing lunch (Fri.-Sunday), date night or for sharing food and drinks with friends. Alto is where daytime drinks can turn into late night vibes.
Come and experience striking sunsets, signature cocktails, fun delicious bites, and curated vibe with DJs Friday and Saturday after 9PM.

Make a reservation below to experience Montclair’s only rooftop bar or email us at Altorooftop@themchotel.com to inquire about group/table bookings, 9+

Please note Alto is for 21+ after 7:00PM. For full dinner options, please make a reservation at our hotel’s restaurant, Allegory. Please see the Alto website to dress code details.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (973) 329-5562
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    For all group Reservations or Events, please email Altorooftop@themchotel.com
  • Private party facilities
    For all group Reservations or Events, please email Altorooftop@themchotel.com
  • Neighborhood
    Montclair
  • Cross street
    Bloomfield Ave/Orange Rd
  • Parking details
    Self Street Parking & Charged Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Brunch Trivia - 1PM: Friend's Holiday Armadillo

    Dec 22, 2024 only
    We're celebrating Christmas and New Years Eve all at once at brunch during Friends Brunch Trivia "The One with the Holiday Armadillo” at Alto Rooftop on Sunday, December 22 at 1pm! Come hear the story of Hanukkah as told by Santa's most trusted advisor! Phoebe has written a new holiday song and Monica and Ross have promised to bust out their award-winning moves! The entire trivia will consist of holiday-related episodes and happenings across all 10 seasons, with a round dedicated to the episode, "The One with the Holiday Armadillo”!
    Brunch Trivia - 1PM: Friend's Holiday Armadillo Photo
  • Party Era 2025

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Multiple times
    For NYE 2025, we’re in our Party Era! Dress to impress in your finest party attire and get ready for an unforgettable night on Montclair’s only rooftop bar, Alto. With NYC skyline views, sparkling toasts, dancing, and plenty of Instagram-worthy photo ops, leave 2024 behind and welcome 2025 in style. Bringing the energy from 9PM-1:30AM is one of our resident DJs, Toni B. No matter the Era you are in, this one-night-only event promises the ultimate glam and good vibes- don’t miss your chance to be part of it!  Ticket includes entry to the party + toast upon arrival and at midnight + offering of delicious bites. Note: This is a private & ticketed event- 21+ years or older. Cash Bar. Tickets are non-refundable.
    Party Era 2025 Photo

What 398 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Essex

    Hot spot

  • Essex

    Romantic

  • Essex

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alto Rooftop is a Montclair gem boasting "wonderful views" and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about the "great service" and "awesome food and drinks," making it an ideal spot for a night out. While some experienced service hiccups, the stunning rooftop ambiance and lively music consistently impress. Perfect for drinks and city views!

398 Reviews
  1. Michael

    VIP

    New York City

    61 reviews

    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went here for dinner at 5:30, so I it may not be true of a later crowded space, but the tapas & service were outstanding at that time. We can't wait to go back when the weather is better to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful views.

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  2. Beverly

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great evening celebrating my birthday. DJ Earl is amazing!
    Alto RooftopResponded on November 24, 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed celebrating your birthday with us at Alto Rooftop. It's wonderful to know that DJ Earl made your evening memorable. We're sorry to see that our food and service didn't quite hit the mark. We appreciate your feedback and will continue to work on improving our offerings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  3. Ysmael

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Came here as a group for the haunted brunch. We got a few spooky drinks and ordered some food. The rooftop is beautiful. The views are amazing. It's a very chill spot. The food portions were a bit small. So don't expect to get a full meal. Overall we enjoyed our brunch. Would definitely come again. Especially in the summertime

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  4. Carmen

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to the Masquerade Party and we had a blast. The DJ played all genres and the drinks were very good. The ambiance was full of positive energy! Very nice rooftop, you can see NYC!
    Alto RooftopResponded on November 4, 2024
    Hello Carmen! Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at the Masquerade Party at Alto Rooftop. We also had a blast this Halloween weekend!! It's fantastic that our DJ played all the right tunes and that you enjoyed the atmosphere. We're also glad that you appreciated the view from our rooftop. We strive to create a positive energy for our guests and your feedback is a testament to that. We hope to see you again soon! Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  5. Joel

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Servers are great people. This is one of my favorite places in the area.
    Alto RooftopResponded on November 4, 2024
    Hi Joel, Thank you for your kind words and for making Alto Rooftop one of your favorite places in the area. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our servers and found value in our offerings. While I agree our servers our great, I always appreciate hearing that others think that too! We're always striving to provide the best service possible and your feedback is invaluable to us. We look forward to serving you again soon.! Best regards, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  6. Kelly

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A bit overpriced, but lovely place to hangout with friends or for a date.
    Alto RooftopResponded on October 27, 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Alto. We strive to provide a unique and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests, so we're glad to know we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback on our pricing and will certainly take it into consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience. Cheers! Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  7. Amanda

    VIP

    New York City

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for cocktails and enjoyed the stunning view of the city plus the gorgeous foliage. The server was very nice, the cocktails delicious and well crafted. We did not eat here but the food at the next table looked and smelled great! Would definitely come back for dinner and with friends.
    Alto RooftopResponded on October 27, 2024
    Thanks for the amazing review, Amanda! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the cocktails and our beautiful view at Alto. I must agree, the foliage is extraordinary right now. It's great to know that our cocktails hit the spot! We're also glad that you found also enjoyed our service! We cannot wait to welcome you back soon! Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  8. Patty

    New York City

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I was hoping to be out on the dance floor dancing but the DJ kept changing the music every time people got up to dance. It seems like she had a mandate to just play music that people will not dance to, so they would stay in their sits eating and drinking.
    Alto RooftopResponded on October 27, 2024
    Hi Patty, and thank you for your feedback! While we didn't fully hit the mark on every aspect of your experience, I am happy that you came out to spend the night with us. We will discuss on better ways to keep the energy up with our DJs. In the future, please feel free to discuss with a Manager on that night, so that we can try to correct it on the spot. I do hope you will come out for another night with us to enjoy the DJs music! Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  9. Zulfia

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food left something to be desired, but the drinks and hospitality were great, as was the view and seating options. Let’s not forget about the music and ambiance, too.
    Alto RooftopResponded on November 4, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the drinks, hospitality, and ambiance at Alto Rooftop. We appreciate your comments on our food and will certainly take them into consideration as we continually strive to improve. We hope to see you again soon! Thank you, Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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  10. Zahra

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely rooftop! I would recommend for a date night. We went here for drinks after dinner.
    Alto RooftopResponded on October 8, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Zahra! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the rooftop. We hope to see you again soon! Felicia The MC Hotel Food and Beverage Manager

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FAQs

Alto Rooftop is rated 4.6 stars by 398 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Alto Rooftop

690 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042-2202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bloomfield Ave/Orange Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Montclair
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self Street Parking & Charged Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (973) 329-5562
  • Catering
    For all group Reservations or Events, please email Altorooftop@themchotel.com
  • Private party facilities
    For all group Reservations or Events, please email Altorooftop@themchotel.com
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