Spring is almost here, and with it comes rooftop season. With just over a week to wait, you can soon enjoy unbeatable views from elevated restaurants and bars and savor delectable dining options. Take a peek at some of these drool-worthy restaurants, bars, and rooftops that make sure your eyes have something delicious to feast on too.
Drawbar at Bellyard – Westside Atlanta, GA
Atlanta’s Westside, a once-industrial neighborhood that has been transformed into an urban mainstay of the city, is home to the area’s only boutique hotel, Bellyard. The hotel is famous for its lively restaurant, Drawbar, and new all-season terrace with greenery, herbs, and sweeping views of the Midtown skyline. The terrace features cushy chairs and couches, firepits and, of course, stunning views. Guests are invited to enjoy colorful cocktails or espresso paired with elevated Southern small bites with an unexpected Asian twist and check out the sunny courtyard with a mural by local artist, Lacey Longino.
Tiger & Peacock at The Memphian – Memphis, TN
Located in the heart of Memphis’ revitalized Overton Square, The Memphian is a 106-room boutique property that features eclectic and artsy gathering spaces, an on-site restaurant and coffee shop (Complicated Pilgrim), and a stunning rooftop cocktail bar, Tiger & Peacock. Guests can take in some of the best views of Bluff City surrounded by interiors that are inspired by an ethereal psychic’s lounge. The ceiling is decorated with an astrological mural with a gold leaf embellished sun and constellations of the zodiac, illuminating disco balls. The venue features a hot pink champagne room.
Infinity: Rooftop Restaurant and Bar and Harvey’s Bar & Beer Garden – Lexington, KY
Lexington, KY’s restaurant scene includes Infinity: Rooftop Restaurant and Bar where guests can enjoy hand-crafted cocktails, elevated American cuisine and a seasonal rooftop pool. The restaurant features sweeping views of the city and it’s rolling Bluegrass surroundings. The nearby Harvey’s Bar & Beer Garden is a homey establishment that boasts a lush, artistic beer garden perfect for stargazing.
CIELO at ADERO Scottsdale Resort – Scottsdale, AZ
ADERO Scottsdale Resort’s signature restaurant, CIELO, showcases spectacular vistas at 2,500 feet and has captured the attention of OpenTable diners as one of the most scenic view restaurants in Scottsdale. CIELO’s outdoor terrace and panoramic windows invite the outdoors in for guests to enjoy a farm-to-table-to-sky culinary experience with the Sonoran Desert and scenic McDowell Mountains at its doorstep. Diners can also enjoy sweeping views of starry skies from the restaurant’s location in a Certified Dark Sky community.
Altitude Rooftop & Pool at Marriott Marquis Houston – Houston, TX
With sweeping views of Discovery Green and Minute Maid Park, the Altitude Rooftop & Pool at the Marriott Marquis Houston is a stunning place to sip a frozen cocktail or indulge in some poolside bites. Home to the world’s largest Texas-shaped rooftop lazy river, this venue allows you to thoroughly unwind – whether you’re floating around the lazy river, lounging in a private cabana, or cozied up to the High Dive bar. Grab an elevated small plate (think: a burger with caramelized onions and secret sauce), and take in a majestic Houston sunset in style.
Calypso’s at Caribe Royale – Orlando, FL
Calypso’s at Caribe Royale Orlando Resort provides poolside ambiance with waterfall views, savory bites, and frozen drinks. Blending Latin and Caribbean influence, the restauraunt features starters like maduros (fried sweet Hawaiian plantains), “handheld” items including the SmashBurger or baja fish tacos, and evening entrees favorites like the Havana Roasted Half Chicken with mango and watermelon salsa. Bask in the warmth of an open-aired Orlando dining experience and feel relaxation blend effortlessly with the tropical flavors and views.
Illume at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa – Orlando, FL
Perched on the ninth floor of the modern JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa is rooftop bar and restaurant illume, serving contemporary Japanese cuisine and creative cocktails in a social setting. At night, guests can take in unrivaled views of the nightly Walt Disney World firework display from the incredible vantage point illume provides. Every aspect of illume was designed to amplify the space’s panoramic views, from its glass walls on the terrace to its spacious indoor-outdoor seating area.
Marker 92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro at The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village – Cape Coral, FL
Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, Caloosahatchee River and San Carlos Bay, The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is home to an elegant seafood restaurant, Marker 92 Waterfront Bar & Bistro. Its outdoor patio creates the perfect spot for diners to take in the stunning marina views. The menu is inspired by the restaurant locales, adjacent waterfront settings and relationships with local purveyors, offering dishes that incorporate wholesome ingredients sourced primarily from regional farmers and fishermen to showcase the best local bounty.
Zuma Miami – Downtown Miami, FL
Located in the Epic Hotel in Downtown Miami, Zuma Miami offers one of the best waterfront dining scenes in the city. Guests are invited to enjoy a contemporary Japanese izakaya dining style while admiring the iconic Miami River and the dozens of stunning boats and yachts passing by. With Zuma’s yacht catering menu, guests can dine right on the river in their own vessel and enjoy a wide range of Zuma’s signature dishes and world-class cocktails like spicy beef tenderloin with sesame, roasted lobster with shiso ponzu butter, Ama Mizu Spritz, and chili and passion fruit margarita. Book your next night out here.
Klaw – Miami, FL
Home to the only rooftop bar in the Edgewater neighborhood in Miami, Klaw, boasts an unobstructed, exclusive skyline view of stunning Biscayne Bay. Guests admire the waterfront view while enjoying signature dishes like freshly flown, Norwegian King Crab with lemon garlic butter or slow-grilled picanha. Klaw’s rooftop bar also boasts a world-class cocktail program featuring crowd-favorite sips like the Mother of Miami and the Mignonette Martini. Experience the views for dinner, brunch or happy hour by reserving your table here.
1833 Kitchen & Bar at Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa (Aurora, NY)
1833 Kitchen & Bar is the signature restaurant at Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa – a luxury boutique resort, located in the historic Village of Aurora. The venue offers views of the pristine Cayuga Lake from its outdoor dining patio along with locally sourced farm-to-table cuisine.
Merriman’s Kapalua – Maui, Hawaii
Recognized as the only oceanfront restaurant in Kapalua, Merriman’s overlooks Kapalua Bay offering views of fiery Hawaii sunsets. Helmed by Chef Owner Peter Merriman, it is positioned at ocean’s edge where diners will be able to spot neighboring islands (Lanai and Molokai). The outdoor dining space is complete with fresh island dining – Chef Peter Merriman is a pioneer of Hawaii Regional cuisine offering the finest ‘farm-to-table’ experience. Diners can opt to visit the restaurant’s newly revamped dining deck, The Point, with champagne service and raw bar items featuring Hawaiian ahi poke with house-made Molokai sweet potato chips and a ½ chilled Kona lobster.
Saffron at Banyan Tree Mayakoba – Riviera Maya, Mexico
Banyan Tree Mayakoba’s signature Thai restaurant Saffron serves the most iconic dishes of Thailand. Guests are invited to a vibrant and intimate atmosphere with breathtaking views of the Mayakoba mangroves as they sample dishes like Khao Phad Pu Krob (fried rice with crispy crab meat) and Paneang Nue (Tenderloin prime with aromatic red curry). Once a summer, Saffron hosts the property’s Thai Festival, a sought-after epicurean event that honors the rich history and food of Thailand and boasts interactive culinary stations led by top local Mexican and famous Thai chefs.
Al Pairo and Mako at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos – Los Cabos, Mexico
Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, offers oceanfront dining with stunning views of the sea. Al Pairo, a concept crafted by Chef Martín Arellano, offers contemporary dishes that have Asian, European, American, and Latin influences and are brought to life using fresh, locally sourced, and sustainable ingredients from Baja. Guests can take in colorful and golden sunsets while overlooking the sea as well as the resort. For a closer view of the waves, Mako, a “Dinner Grill” featuring dry-aged steaks, local lobsters, and the sea’s freshest fish, allows views of the infinity pools and beach.
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