Reviews of Rooftop Reds (Winery)

Marcio G.

Great place in the city for wine. Love the atmosphere and the rooftop area with great views. You will have to use the stairs though!

Mr. Jones

A little hard to find, you are supposed to make reservations in order to get through the gate of the navy yard. You must climb a few flights of stairs since there was no available elevator that I was aware of. The staff were very nice, they had hammocks and bean bag toss. A great place to hang for a while among the potted grape vines.

Kolten Carpenter

Relaxing place to drink wine, wasn’t crowded and very enjoyable, but really just a gimmick to sell over priced wine. It’s a difficult location to get to, but definitely worth a visit if the weather is nice.

Luca Fantini

Incredible location

Karen Perry

This place is amazing. The staff is knowledgeable and the owner is awesome. Amazing selection of wine and the also have Ice Wine which I recommend trying if you like sweeter wines.

Yitz Fisch

Great

Luned Palmer

Beautiful spot for a glass of wine in Brooklyn.

Prita Das

Just make sure you follow the instructions in the booking confirmation email on how to get there (or the advice in previous reviews here). Don't do what we did and spend thirty minutes figuring out how to get inside an industrial complex.. Once you're in, it's a pretty magical spot by New York standards. It was empty when we went (we probably got lucky), and the skyscraper vista that is contrasted with the vines in the foreground is pretty unique. The wine isn't too badly priced by NY standards (around $9 for the cheapest glass), and it is excellent. Wonderful date night place; it still felt undiscovered, though that could be because we went on a rainy evening. No walk-ins, make sure you book.

Dana Borrero

We didn’t really know what to expect and that was probably for the best. We went around noon on a Sunday and it wasn’t crowded until about 2 hours later. If you’re looking to beat crowds, that’s the time to go. The indoor stairwell is hidden and I’m not sure they have an elevator, so prepare to walk. We didn’t try the food, but the wine and drink list was great. Tried about 6 wines and none disappointed. It’s a great place to go during an afternoon when you don’t know what else to do. Awesome place to hang out with a group of friends since there’s seating areas and corn hole. I would eat before or after, the menu was lacking.

Night Trader

We went for their July 4th event. Space is fine. Pretty relaxing. One group even brought a kiddie pool. They ran out of all the catered food by 7 P.M. They advertised as having views of the fireworks. I don't consider a partially obstructed view between two buildings of one of the four barges to count as having views of the fireworks.

Katie Green

Awesome vibes, best rooftop vineyard in Brooklyn!!

bre pettis

Great place to have a glass of wine. Also hammocks!

Vanessa Elliott

Really enjoyed this place, wish I knew about it earlier! Wine was great, the owners were so nice, had a nice view, and great vibes! Will definitely be back!

Michael de Zayas

An oasis on the roof, relaxed spot for delicious wines and chillaxing. Loved this discovery

Farhan Ali

The place is in the middle of nowhere in the navy yard. There is parking inside the complex. If you have a car please bring it inside otherwise you would have to walk all the way in. The building doesn’t have a elevator so you have to take the stairs. Coming to the views. The views are good towards Brooklyn side but the Manhattan side is obscured by the tall chimneys of the factory there. The wines that they have are nice and their own. There is no food menu I believe and we had to order our own. It’s worth the visit, but don’t make it a go to place every time, especially due to the location. Nearest subway is an avg 15 min walk maybe even more. Make sure to come here with a large group so that you can either do a car pool or a cab.

Chris M

Amazing urban space that will only grow in popularity. Another year or so until their own grapes are harvested. The view is spectacular. An industrial entrance within the Brooklyn Navy Yards. Game and movie nights throughout the week. Winter they will close and check their hours prior to visiting.

Brian Matthews

Great staff, great vibes, but I’ve been to better rooftops! This is not my number one choice but definitely top 5

Stephen Elliot

This is the best kept secret in Brooklyn right now!! You'll feel like you're absolutely not going the right way as you walk through the Navy Yard, but keep going and you'll eventually find yourself on one of the coolest rooftops with wine, corn hole, hammocks, and even outdoor movies some times. Best part is that it's never crowded, and it offers a unique view of the Brooklyn skyline. You won't find a cooler place to chill this summer.

Gregor J. Rothfuss

it's early days, but how fun to grow grapes right on brooklyn rooftops

Henri Brun

Nice people, great view and amazing wine. Highly recommended!

Catherine Strachan

Really cool place and great wine. Finding the place is a bit daunting as an out-of-towner (it’s in the middle of a naval shipping yard) but persevere because it’s worth it when you get there!

Elizabeth Salsgiver

Great Thursday movie nights! $30 for a movie, a glass of wine, and 2 pieces of pizza. A little confusing to get to within to Brooklyn Navy Yard though!

Jo

Such a timely visit and experience! Lovely and attentive staff. Gf and I purchased couple glasses, Picnic Bag (a lil on the pricey side) and swung on a hammock til the wee hours. Better to buy a bottle next time.. Will be back!

Thomas Turnbull

Beautiful rooftop spot to drink wine on a sunny day. Service is a little chaotic, but will hopefully improve with time. Get there early as they have a limited capacity. #rooftopbars #brooklynnavyyard

Rhea8

my Daughter surprised me for my bday.. Who knew, A vineyard in Brooklyn ! Personable staff.. ample seating throughout the rooftop.. All sorts of wine.. Prices comparable .There are sandwiches, cheese and crackers, Pizza, movie night as well we had a Yoga class ,wine, and gorgeous sunset!.

James Weaver

Had booked for a taco and wine night here which was cancelled at last minute due to the venue being closed due to building works. We hadn't seen the email which was sent only a few hours before it started. No sign on the door so having got to the rooftop were told by a guy working there it was cancelled as works had overrun (clearly this would have been obvious the day before based on the state of the area). He was very helpful and directed us to somewhere good over in Dumbo. Mega disappointed as we'd booked a slot weeks ago and were leaving town the next day. Three stars as the view was good for the moments we were on the rood and the guy there was helpful.

Cathleen Beza

So relaxing whats not to like about wine, hammock and nice view staff was nice i wish they had more shades though but its super relaxing

Aditya Ramanathan

Great views, tour is just okay, care about wine, didn't do other events yet, would go back

Ashley Johnson

great place

Austin Graff

If you love quality wine and a city, Rooftop Reds is for you! DC native, Devin, started Rooftop Reds after learning the art of wine in upstate New York and started the world's first ever urban, rooftop winery. Amazing! Rooftop Reds is located in a historic brick building in the Brooklyn Navy Yards and has every charm a Brooklyn rooftop has to offer from amazing views of the city to Instagram worthy rooftop picnic tables. The rooftop actually has vines growing as you sit at one of the picnic tables or one of the four large hammocks. Enjoy a tasting or stop by the rooftop bar for other options. My friends and I did the tasting of their original wines and all were quality. Most were on the slightly sweeter side, but not in a way that non-sweet loving winos wouldn't love it. Definitely make this a "must do" in Brooklyn!

mariano carranza

beautiful rooftop, hidden in the middle of the navy yard in brooklyn. great for a warm day -- downside: way overpriced in my opinion ($100 for one carafe of wine, cheese and crackers) EDIT: ugh i hate to have to respond to this, but since the owner responded to my review I feel I should clarify certain things. - my bill was $83.83, if you add tip, it amounts to $100. so, yes, it was $100 indeed. - the brie cheese plate was a pre-pacagked brie cheese on a paper plate with a tiny serving of crackers. as i mentioned, though, the rooftop is beautiful, especially for on a nice day. but expen$$$ive

Jeraude Jackson

Excellent

kiana gibson

This place is like a breath of fresh air just relaxing and fun

Michelle Wong

Step 1: RSVP to an event here - to enter the Brooklyn Navy Yard, the security booth will double check your name is listed Step 2: Walk past the stop sign, steer slightly right to the brick building at the end of the road. Go in the unmarked doors and walk up 4 flights of stairs. Step 3: Go out the door at the top of the 4th flight of stairs and walk on the outdoor staircase. Don't wear heels and don't look down if you're scared of heights! The metal staircase is slatted and you can see right through to the ground. Step 4: Order a drink, swing on the bench swings, play a game of corn hole and take a wine induced nap on the hammocks. Would love to come back once the vines are in bloom - the roof looks a bit drab for the time being as they're just opening up for the season, but can see this place shaping up in the upcoming months.

Kyle Black

Rooftop Reds is quite the find in Brooklyn right now. Amazing views of Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn with a very relaxed atmosphere. They have fun movie nights in the summer and the staff is always pleasant. If you want to go, find their website and make a reservation - it's never booked, you just need a ticket to get in the gate at the Navy Yard. Not to mention the wine selection pleases everyone.

BJ Karpen

Go with low expectations and you’ll be ok. Think airplane food. And if you don’t like Brie you’re out of luck. Maybe it’s better if you go to an actual event, but my experience was that it was not worth the long deserted walk from the subway, the encounter with the nasty guard at the gate who refused to tell me where the actual entrance was, the signage-free directions, ending up in an abandoned building, finally finding (and never really knowing if I was in the right place) the entrance, ending up on an outdoor terrifying stairwell (don’t look down)....There is an option of an indoor stairwell but there’s no way of knowing this.... The wine is nice and decently priced.

Matthew Seabrook

Came here on one of the first weekends they were open this summer and it was a great experience. Not busy at all with a great open space and delicious wine. It's a mini oasis in the heart of Brooklyn, well worth the trek over.

Amanda Jones

Don't believe the hours you see online! This place is gorgeous with great views, great wine, and an all around great venue. Perfect for groups or alone! Well worth the hassle of getting there!

Jarrod Kiven

Absolutely superb. Who would of thought vintages are being harvested on top of brooklyn navy yard!! BYO cheese is a cherry on top.

LINCOLN

I didn't eat alot but but food view and atmosphere was good service is quick thanks guys!

Oliver Southgate

Great little place with lovely owners, a real treat to be there and enjoy the wine

Aisling Swiftie

Such a brilliant idea and experience. Went on a cloudy Sunday evening and suddenly felt like I was in heaven. Laid on a hammock among the vines, drinking NY rosé just felt so special. Delicious selection and great little areas to spend time with your friends. Can't wait to try their own yield when it comes. I'll be back.

Jason McCann

Rooftop winery. Amazing view of city. Great wines and meat plates.

Jason Senior

Great atmosphere. Great staff. Great wine. Do yourself a favor and hit this place up!

Rob Chuck

Rooftop Reds hosted our pre wedding drinks. The team completely exceeded our expectations - an amazing area reserved, great wine (obviously!) and pizza, plus super easy to deal with and reserve (we had a space for 60 people). Yes the place is tricky to find. But as soon as you arrive at the roof, grab a glass of rosé, its one of the best places in the City.

Katie Devine

This place is nice but a pain to get to! They need more signs!!! The time to go is midweek when it's empty. Laid back environment with a great seating selection for a large group.

A L

We met Devon and Chris on the way out on Sunday, which was overcast, windy, and a little chilly. Devon seemed pretty chill and laid back while I had a small moment with Chris over garbage plates. All in all, it's a fun spot with a good number of picnic type tables, outdoor couches, and hammocks. The wines and beer seem like a good selection, so it's a great Friday night spot to wind up the weekend or a Sunday spot to wind down the weekend. The staff is very approachable, so don't be shy!

Eric Reitz

Great spot to drink wine on a summer day. Good wine, and cool to drink among grapes still on the tree. Nice view of Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan. Only loses a point cus it's a pain to find/get to initially and because there's not a lot of seating.

Todd Fedoroff

Awesome spot...highly recommend!!!

Mark Ellison

Went with coworkers. The view is great at night!

Aashish Rathi

The founder Devin was great and helped organize an event for our group of 20 people. He was very responsive and accommodating. Would gladly recommend this place to others.

sue-ann dwyer

Environment is very laid back and relaxing. Wine is also great

Luca Gehrig

Very unique newly opened place with a innovative approach. Great place to enjoy a bottle of wine from upstate