Nubeluz Menu 2026: Tapas, Paella & Rooftop Cocktails at NYC's Westin

Nubeluz is located at 270 W 43rd Street in Midtown Manhattan, on the rooftop of The Westin New York Times Square hotel. The address places it in the heart of the Times Square theater district, close to Hell's Kitchen and the Theater District. The entrance is through the hotel lobby. The nearest subway stations are Times Square–42nd Street (A/C/E/1/2/3/7/N/Q/R/W lines).

Nubeluz occupies the rooftop of The Westin New York Times Square, which is a 45-floor hotel. The rooftop bar and restaurant sit at the very top, providing the elevated vantage point for the signature skyline views. Guests access it via a dedicated elevator inside the hotel. The exact floor number is not publicly listed by the venue, but it is the building's topmost level.

Nubeluz offers 360-degree panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline from its rooftop perch above Times Square. On a clear night, you can see the glowing LED billboards and neon of Times Square directly below, the Hudson River to the west, the Empire State Building to the south, and a broad sweep of Midtown and beyond. The views are considered one of the best from any rooftop bar in the Times Square area, and are particularly spectacular after dark when the city lights are fully illuminated. The bar's name — “Nubeluz,” meaning “cloud of light” in Spanish — refers directly to the experience of being above the city's glow.

Nubeluz serves Spanish cuisine with a focus on pintxos (Basque bar bites), cold and hot tapas, paella and rice dishes, grilled meats and fish, and desserts. The menu is designed for sharing in the Spanish tradition — order several small plates and a paella for the table rather than individual entrée portions. Signature items include Gambas al Ajillo (garlic shrimp), Croquetas de Jamón, Patatas Bravas, Pulpo a la Gallega (octopus) and the Paella de Mariscos. The kitchen has genuine Spanish food credentials alongside a very strong cocktail program.

Yes — paella is one of the centerpiece dishes at Nubeluz. Three versions are on the menu: Paella Valenciana (~$64 for two), the traditional version with chicken, rabbit and vegetables; Paella de Mariscos (~$72 for two) with mixed seafood; and Arroz Negro (~$68 for two), a squid ink rice with calamari. All paellas are served for two people as a shared dish. The kitchen uses bomba rice and saffron in the traditional manner. It is worth noting that paella often needs 20–30 minutes to prepare — ordering it at the start of the meal is recommended.

Reservations are strongly recommended at Nubeluz, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings and during peak tourist seasons (summer and the holiday period). As a rooftop destination with skyline views in Times Square, the bar fills up quickly on weekends and the wait for walk-ins can be long. Reservations can typically be made through the official Nubeluz website at nubeluz.com or via OpenTable. Walk-ins are accepted at the bar area when space permits. If you are coming for dinner and paella, booking in advance is particularly advisable.