1. Carve at Jade Terrace
Take your Thanksgiving-on-a-roll sandwich to the roof of the China Club next door, where there’s an outdoor deck and a full bar.
268 W. 47th St. nr. eighth ave.; 212-730-4949

3. Alma
The view of Manhattan from this Brooklyn Mexican spot makes a seat on the roof deck a hot commodity.
187 Columbia St., at DeGraw St., Cobble Hill, Brooklyn; 718-643-5400

2. Rare View
Rooftop bar serves drinks only; variously topped burgers are relegated to street level.
303 Lexington Ave., at 37th St.; 212-481-1999

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