There's an abundance of rooftop restaurants in Athens, and it's hard to know which are worth a visit. But don't dispair, we've done the hard work for you. After visiting over 15 spots, we can hereby present a complete guide to 14 trending venues for 2025. Our list of the best Athens rooftop restaurants holds many stylish and romantic venues with amazing views over the city and famous monuments, including the Acropolis.
Update: This article was updated on April 30, 2025, with new information, new restaurants, updated photos, booking links and insider tips.
Thanks to the pleasant and warm Mediterranean climate, it's possible for most rooftops here to stay open for dining and drinks all year around. Use the booking links provided for each rooftop to secure your spot.
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Whether you’re looking for an upscale rooftop dinner, a laid-back rooftop brunch, a vibrant rooftop party or a luxurious hotel rooftop pool, we’ve got you covered.
In short: Floating above the very heart of Athens, Elysium Rooftop Dining & Cocktails invites to stunning views, exquisite cuisine and creative cocktails.
Food & Drinks: Presenting love and passion for Greek gastronomy in every dish, Elysium serves a flavourful all day menu where you find everything from fresh salads and tapas perfect to share, to filling mains like 'Shrimp Risotto', 'Grilled Salmon', 'Rib Eye Black Angus Tagliata' and 'Lamb With Graviera Cheese Polenta'.
What we think: From casual sunny lunches to special dinners, Elysium Rooftop Dining & Cocktails is sure to create memorable experiences, with the Acropolis as a mighty backdrop. Except the food, they also offer a wide selection of coffee and fresh juices to start the day, to a more toast-friendly array of crafted signature cocktails, frozen drinks, spritzes, aperitivos, bubbles and a fine list of Greek wines.
Dress code: The Elysium Rooftop Dining & Cocktails dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Floating above the center of Athens, on top of the 5-star Radisson Blu Park Hotel, the beautiful 10 Urban Roof combines culinary tastes with high aesthetics.
Food & Drinks: The dinner menu, created by chef Herve, holds a delightful fusion of Mediterranean and Asian flavors, blending locally sourced ingredients with Asian influences. Go for a rib eye with wild mushrooms, Jerusalem artichoke puree & Porto sauce, or try the wild sea bass with fennel sauce & zucchini cream. Apart from the mentioned cocktails and other refreshing drinks, the dishes are also complemented with a great selection of both local and imported wines.
What we think: For sophisticated and harmonious dinners with panoramic Athens views, 10 Urban Roof is hard to beat. Surrounded by breathtaking 360° views to Acropolis, Lycabettus Hill and the adjacent Pedion Areos Park, the rooftop invites to relaxing daytime lounging, where you can enjoy perfectly crafted signature cocktails and an all-day menu filled with mouthwatering poolside dishes.
Dress code: The 10 Urban Roof dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Set on the 6th floor of the elegant St. George Lycabettus Lifestyle Hotel, nestled against the pine-forested slopes of Lycabettus Hill, La Suite Lounge invites to award-winning dining with spectacular panoramic vistas.
Food & Drinks: Here you can indulge in executive chef Stefanos Papanikolaou's Greek-Aromatic menu, full of traditional Greek flavours, local products and fresh aromatic herbs. Select from the finest meat, fish, seafood and vegetarian or vegan options, complemented by an excellent selection of Greek wines, beers and spirits.
What we think: A perfect destination for both business lunches and romantic dinners with a view, La Suite Lounge also offers a uniqe 'Dome Dining', where the transparent dome provides an extraordinary cozy and intimate setting. Both inside and outside, this modern and stylish restaurant opens up to amazing views straight to the Acropolis and all the way down to the Saronic Islands.
Dress code: The La Suite Lounge dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Set on top of a six stories and over 100 years old architectural masterpiece in the heart of Athens, the modern and spacious rooftop blends interior and outdoor seating, surrounded with panoramics reaching across the Acropolis, the Lycabettus Hill and the Ymittos Mountain.
Food & Drinks: The rooftop menu features Mediterranean inspired dishes and Greek cuisine, ranging from burgers and platters to salads and grills. Drink-wise, you can sip on a wide variety of signature and classic cocktails mixed and served with love, as well as plenty of craft beers and local wines.
What we think: Open from morning until late night, Olympias is a venue where you can enjoy everything from a relaxing coffee or a sunny lunch, to sunset drinks, charming dinners and vibrant evenings. The fact that you can visit at any time, makes this one of our favorite spots in town.
Dress code: The Olympias, The Rooftop Bar dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Set on top of the superb Athens Capital Center Hotel, Mappemonde Restaurant, Bar & Lounge offers authentic Mediterranean cuisine with a view.
Food & Drinks: The Mappemonde menu invites you on a journey to the heart of the sun-drenched Mediterranean region, featuring creative dishes made with fresh products. Dishes from the award winning chefs includes salmon and tuna carpaccio, crispy quinoa salad, tasty meats and hearty desserts. Complementing the food you find an impressive wine list, and from the rooftop bar you can order crafted signature cocktails, as well as classics with a twist.
What we think: From business lunches to romantic evenings with a loved one, Mappemonde Restaurant, Bar & Lounge offers a special and elevated Athens experience. Up here, you'll get an unbelievable view over the Athens rooftops, to Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill.
Dress code: The Mappemonde Restaurant dress code is smart casual.
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In short: The elegant, lush and airy Point-a Bar & Restaurant is found on the 5th floor of the fabulous Herodion Hotel.
Food & Drinks: The Point-a rooftop menu is inventive and eclectic, featuring delicious Mediterranean cuisine with Greek traditional influences. From starters and salads to pastas and mains, like 'Angus Beef Striploin' and 'Sea Bass', the dishes are authentic, with an emphasis on presentation and flavour through quality ingredients. You can also indulge in an extensive range of alluring signature cocktails, wines and spirits, perfect for sophisticated and stylish Athens summer nights.
What we think: Probably the best location of a rooftop in Athens. 289 meters from the Acropolis, and 85 meters from the Acropolis Museum, the rooftop holds a prime position, and alos offers breathtaking and unobstructed 360° views over some of Athens most famous landmarks.
Dress code: The Point-a dress code is elegant casual. Beachwear or shorts are not allowed, and Gentlemen should wear Long trousers/Chinos/Bermuda and shirts with sleeves (short or long) or polo T-Shirt.
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In short: Found in the heart of Athens downtown, NYX Rooftop is an elevated lifestyle entry in the Athenian gastro-scene.
Food & Drinks: Up here you can enjoy a menu that draws on elements of the Asian tradition. Chef Dimitris Kotsalis and his team curate an inspiring selection of dishes influenced by Japanese gastronomy, and filled with fresh produce. Try some of the raw dishes and hot appetizers, share some sashimi, NYX signature rolls and nigiri, or go for the hot dishes, like 'Flap Steak Black Angus' and 'Chicken Teriyaki'. The dishes are tastefully blended with crafted signature cocktails, as well as a fine array of wines and sake.
What we think: Elegant and chic, NYX Rooftop invites to nights with a truly unique dining and drinking experience, high above Athens. Perched on top of the fantastic Academias Hotel, the glamorous rooftop blends interior and outdoor seating, and comes surrounded with amazing 360° views over Athens. From the majestic Acropolis to the picturesque Lycabettus Hill.
Dress code: The NYX Rooftop dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Kalispera Athenian Tapas is a stylish day to night rooftop restaurant, set on the 7th floor of the fabulous Athens Utopia Ermou.
Food & Drinks: Served from 3pm to midnight, the main menu features everything from Greek Salad and Zucchini Balls, to Octopus, Meatballs and Beef Burger Black Angus. The food is complemented with an impressive selection of Greek wines, as well as handcrafted signature cocktails and fresh drinks.
What we think: With a prime location between Monastiraki Square and Syntagma Square, the sleek, natural and spacious indoor / outdoor rooftop comes surrounded with uninterrupted and panoramic views over Athens. Which is also the main reason we keep coming back here every time we're in Athens.
Dress code: The Kalispera Athenian Tapas dress code is smart casual.
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In short: On the 10th floor of the fantastic hotel Electra Metropolis you find one of the most luxurious rooftop restaurants Athens has to offer.
Food & Drinks: Here you get introduced to creative Mediterranean cuisine and fusion dishes, and are invitet to open up to the irresistible draw of original flavors. Add an impressive wine list, as well as a stunning view to the Acropolis and the bustling city life beneath, and you sense that Metropolis Roof Garden is something out of the ordinary.
What we think: We suggest that you book your stay at this hotel, so you can enjoy the lovely breakfast on the rooftop. Called Metropolis Roof Garden, this elevated gourmet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Lunhcand dinner is open for everyone.
Dress code: The Metropolis Roof Garden dress code is smart casual.
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In short: The lovely Central Athens Hotel comes with an equally lovely Athens rooftop venue, called Thea Terrace Bar & Restaurant.
Food & Drinks: The rooftop menu includes a great selection of Greek and Mediterranean dishes, from salads and pasta to seafood and burgers, along with a full bar serving both classic and signature cocktails, as well as a nice selection of wine.
What we think: Strategically situated in the picturesque area of Plaka, the charming terrace comes with a mix of stylish dining tables and high-top bar stools, as well as a magnificent view over the city center and the Acropolis.
Dress code: The Thea Terrace Bar & Restaurant dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Perched on top of the fabulous King George II Palace Hotel, and classified as one of the best restaurants in Greece for several years in a row, the Tudor Hall focuses on traditional Greek food with a modern touch that enhances its unique characteristics.
Food & Drinks: Both the food and the drinks are high in quality, with well-made signature cocktails and a long list of wines going hand in hand with the dishes.
What we think: Located in the heart of Athens, the Tudor Hall Restaurants offers stunning, 7th-floor views of the city and the Acropolis, and delicious, contemporary Greek cuisine. Open from early breakfast (for in-house guests only) through late dinner, the Tudor Hall is is a great rooftop for an elegant and tasty evening with a view.
Dress code: The Tudor Hall dress code is smart casual.
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In short: The Sky Lounge is widely considered one of the most stylish Athens rooftops, thanks in part to its stunning 9th-floor views of the city, and the beautiful rooftop bar and restaurant you can find up here.
Food & Drinks: Here you can enjoy creative Greek cuisine from the large á la carte menu, and have a cocktail or some local wine around the pool area. Best enjoyed (of course) around the beautiful sunset. Drink wise, expect a fantastic collection of local wines and signature cocktails, all pairing wonderfully with the restaurant's fare.
What we think: The entire rooftop, the pool, and the lounge are exclusive to guests during the daytime, making it an excellent choice for those looking for privacy; at night, however, it opens to the public and attracts quite the crowd, thanks to the bar's energetic atmosphere and the restaurant's delicious Greek cuisine.
Dress code: The dress code is smart casual.
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In short: Set on the 8th floor of the luxurious Hotel Grande Bretagne, the GB Roof Garden offers unforgettable views of Athens and the Syntagma Square, as well as the Acropolis.
Food & Drinks: The rooftop restaurant is one of the best in the city and the proud holder of several awards. It serves New Mediterranean cuisine, and it's an obligated visit for foodies.
What we think: Offering both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as stylish and modern furnishings, the GB Roof Garden is a fantastic venue for fine dining and relaxing drinks. The rooftop bar is known for its exclusive and cosmopolitan atmosphere, as well as it's enormous cocktail menu, which features over 50 different cocktails, some classics, and some available only at the GB Roof Garden.
Dress code: The GB Roof Garden Restaurant & Bar dress code is elegant smart casual.
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In short: Located on top of one of Athen's most famous hotels, and overlooking the Syntagma Square, the Art Lounge Restauran at NEW Hotel is a stylish and modern rooftop terrace, known for its stunning architecture and jaw-dropping views.
Food & Drinks: Up here, you can enjoy delicious Greek and Mediterranean food, as well as international cuisine with Mediterranean touches; drink-wise, you can find a fantastic collection of wines, delicious cocktails, and liquors from around the world.
What we think: Tastefully furnished and decorated with art pieces and an enormous library with over 2000 art books, which you can peruse to your heart's content, Art Lounge is heaven for art lovers, as well as a fantastic venue for those looking for a new experience.
Dress code: The Art Lounge dress code is smart casual.
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