This rooftop bar has a refreshingly inclusive, come-as-you-are vibe. There’s no list at the door, no doorman sizing you up for anything beyond ensuring you’re of legal drinking age. For the prized sunset hour, arrive early—especially during summer—and grab a vintage table or booth by the pool with colorful mismatching chairs and tablecloths. Later in the evening, a bar stool is the place to be, watching the action and joining in when singalong-ready funk and disco tunes start playing. The overgrown garden that tops the circa 1924 Commercial Exchange building makes for a magical setting, softening the cityscape beyond. Atmosphere aside, the cocktails are what bring people here; masterminds Gabs Orta and Elad Zvi—who first started Broken Shaker as a pop-up in Miami—are known worldwide for their creative approach. It’s tempting to order drinks based on their clever names alone—not the worst idea—but be sure to try the Electro Lit, tequila with curry turmeric cordial, coconut water, fresh lime juice, and angostura bitters.
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Amanda Friedman, AFAR Media
