40 romantic rooftop restaurants worldwide

What’s better for a romantic date than a fancy rooftop dinner? The world is filled with amzing and romantic rooftop restaurants, just waiting for you and your loved one to visit.

We've made the job easy for you by assembling the ultimate guide to find the best romantic restaurants with a view. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, a date with your loved one or just a great night out.

40 romantic rooftops in 25 cities, from all over the world. Book one of these venues and you’ll get a memory for life. And as a bonus, you will for sure impress your date.

Here you can find info, pictures, menu’s, opening hours, dress code, booking links and much for each rooftop restaurant. Enjoy!

The list is in alphabetical city order. Scroll down or use the 'Quick Links menu' to find your city.

The capital of the United Arab Emirates might not be as well known as Dubai, but it is well worth exploring. Especially from above, as there is a great selection of Abu Dhabi rooftops to dine and drink with a view.

1. Azura Panoramic Lounge

/ Abu Dhabi

Azura Panoramic Lounge

Covering three levels and 1,600 square metres, the beautiful Azura Panoramic Lounge is found at the amazing and 5-star The St. Regis Abu Dhabi.

At the top Upper Deck you find a mix of intimate dining spaces and more relaxed lounge areas, all surrounded with panoramic views over the Abu Dhabi Corniche and the Arabian Gulf.

The rooftop menu includes a tasty selection of Mediterranean bites, Arabic mezza and signature grills, on Valentine's Day served as a delightful 4-course dinner.

With a gentle ambience and top-class service, Azura Panoramic Lounge has all the ingredients for a perfect and romantic Arabian night.

Even though you're not allowed to build higher buildings than the palm trees in Bali, there are some really romantic places to drink with a view on this beautiful island.

2. Double-Six Rooftop - Sunset Bar

/ Bali

Double-Six Rooftop - Sunset Bar

With its 1700 square meters, the Sunset Bar on top of Double-Six Seminyak is the largest rooftop bar Bali has to offer. And really living up to its name, the views you get over the Indian Ocean, especially around sunset, is out of this world. You can find some amazing sunset photos at Depositphotos.com.

Best enjoyed from one of the luxurious floating lounge-pods at the edge of the terrace, with the surrounding water blending the rooftop and ocean together. From the bar and kitchen, you can order super tasty bar bites along with more filling dinner plates in a mix of local and international flavors.

There is also a large set of creative and well-crafted signature cocktails and good choices of wine, beer and spirits. Perfect for a romantic dinner or date.

Bangkok, or 'the City of Angeles', is an ever buzzing city that offers an abundance of things to see and do. It is also considered as one of the world's top cities in terms of rooftop bars and roof terraces, some of them with a very romantic setting.

3. Vertigo at Banyan Tree

/ Bangkok

Vertigo at Banyan Tree

Vertigo rooftop restaurant at Banyan Tree Bangkok is located on the 61st floor with an outstanding 360-degree view of the Bangkok skyline and its surroundings. It is a double setting, where the restaurant part is called Vertigo and the bar is called Moon Bar.

Vertigo is a perfect place for a luxurious and romantic dinner. The views, service and food will get you in a superb mode directly. The seafood to premium steaks are also top notch up here. And the price is accordingly.

Still, many consider this as the best among rooftop restaurants in Bangkok. And most claim it is definitely worth every penny. Book your table in advance and you’ll be in for a treat. This will impress any date in the world.

4. RedSky

/ Bangkok

RedSky

Up at the Red Sky rooftop restaurant, you can not only order signature cocktails from the extensive cocktail list, but also fantastic food from the restaurant. Superb cuisine made to perfection, including American Wagyu Beef and a Surf & Turf that should not be missed!

Perched on top of Centara Grand, Red Sky often ranks as one of the best rooftop restaurants Bangkok has to offer. The terrace is situated over two levels, and for the restaurant on the 55th floor you must make a reservations in advance.

The bar part works on a first come, first served basis, so just show up when you please. But getting here early is preferred for three reasons: more choice of seats, watch sunset and promotions on drinks. Date rate: 10/10!

5. SEEN Restaurant & Bar

/ Bangkok

SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok

SEEN is a luxurious rooftop restaurant and bar, with a magnificent view over the city and river. A very stylish end elegant roof terrace with a great atmosphere and nice service. Seating both inside and outside, and with the same amazing views as from the hotel Avani+ Riverside pool terrace.

"New" since early 2019 (when Attitude turned into SEEN), here you can enjoy international fusion food from awarded chefpreneur Olivier da Costa, complemented with creative and tasteful cocktails made by the bar mixologists. All this with live DJs raising the atmosphere even more.

Apart from the international á la carte menu, the rooftop restaurant also offers a fine sushi menu. With an indoor-outdoor, art déco inspired setting, SEEN is perfect for a date or romantic night out.

America's third largest city, the 'Windy City', one of America's best sports cities. With loads of sky scarpers, Chicago is also a top place for rooftop bars, offering views over both Chicago River and Lake Michigan.

6. LH Rooftop

/ Chicago

LondonHouse

The LH Rooftop is a fantastic tri-level rooftop, located on top of the superb Hilton hotel LondonHouse Chicago, right by the Michigan Avenue bridge and Chicago River.

The tri-level setting starts with an indoor lounge, called LH on 21, where you can enjoy re-imagined American fare and cocktails. One floor up you find the main and largest terrace, located on the 22nd floor and therefore called LH on 22. Apart from sweeping views, LH on 22 also offers classic cocktails and small bites.

On the 23rd floor the tri-level setting is completed with Cupola, a smaller space where you can book private dining in a luxurious setting. All together, this makes LondonHouse one of the best rooftop restaurants in Chicago.

The largest city in the UAE, ever growing and ever developing. Filled with luxurious places and also the the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa. And while that perticular building don't have a Dubai rooftop bar up top, there a a lot of other great and romantic roof terraces to visit.

7. Level 43 Sky Lounge

/ Dubai

Level 43 Sky Lounge

Level 43 is (surprise, surprise) perched on the 43rd floor of the Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road. 155 meters up in the air you get some absolutely amazing 360-views over the Dubai skyline and sunset vistas over the Jumeirah coastline.

While very much a sky lounge, with comfy sofas on the spacious outdoor terrace and a sophisticated / vibrant atmosphere, Level 43 also works as a great rooftop restaurant. The large and tasty selection of food ranges from menus with Sashimi, Nigiri and Maki Rolls, to seafood, meat and other international mains.

The food is complemented with an equally impressive drink menu, including wine, beer and bubbles along with a large set of both signature and old school cocktails. Enjoy rooftop dinner and drink on the terrace or at the indoor dining room. Either way, with some great company you are in for a fantastic evening at Level 43.

14 February 2023 also means the most romantic night of the year, with the 'All You Need Is Love' event from 6pm.

8. Tomo

/ Dubai

Tomo

Tomo is a Japanese rooftop restaurant that oozes of quality. Located at the 17th floor of the superb five-star Raffles Hotel in the older part of Dubai, this is the place to catch the most amazing views of the "new" skyline. And 'amazing' is almost an understatement, if you manage to catch a sunset from here you are in for a treat of a lifetime.

And the quality of views continues in food and drinks, with Tomo Dubai serving some of Dubai's best Japanese food, prepared by the admittedly talented chef Chitoshi Takahashi. Choose between a large selection of sushi dishes, Waguy Beef and rice/noodle dishes.

The rooftop also has a Japanese touch, serving a wide variety of Sake and Shochu, along with sophisticated cocktails. You can’t find a better place for a romantic dinner than this.

The capital of the Tuscany region and a city filled with historical attractions. The easiest way (and probably also most cosy, fun and romantic) to get a good view over all the historic sites at once is to visit one of sveral great Florence rooftop bars.

9. SE•STO on Arno

/ Florence

SE•STO on Arno

Perched on top of the five-star luxury hotel The Westin Excelsior, SE•STO on Arno is both a romantic rooftop bar and an excellent rooftop restaurant. Located (as the name suggests) on the banks of river Arno, with a magical view over Florence and its surroundings.

The roof terrace consists of an indoor, 'glass-hut' restaurant and two terraces, one dedicated to the restaurant and one to the bar.

The restaurant serves both lunch and dinner, described as 'Tuscan cuisine with a touch innovation', made by Executive Chef and his team. Romantic and classy at the same time! At the rooftop bar you can enjoy signature and old-style cocktails, exclusive wines and a great aperitif.

One of the most genuine cities in Asia. Filled with culture and history, friendly people and superb prices, which also shines through in the Ho Chi Minh rooftop bars.

10. Social Club at Hotel des Arts Saigon

/ Ho Chi Minh

Social Club at Hotel des Arts Saigon

On the top floors of the superb Hotel Des Arts Saigon Mgallery Collection you find the beautiful Social Club Restaurant & Rooftop Bar. From the indoor 23rd level restaurant, serving gourmet European cuisine, a couple of stairs leads up to the 24th floor rooftop bar and terrace, offering breathtaking views of the Saigon skyline.

The rooftop bar and pool terrace serves fantastic cocktails and bar bites in a loungy atmosphere, while the indoor restaurant is the place to go for fine dinners. Beautiful and classic in decoration, Social Club Restaurant really lets you travle back in time, to when fine drinking and dining was considered a form of art

Inspired by European favorites, the food menu has selections of sharing plates and items from the Raw Bar, along with delicious mains. The perfect setting for a romantic HCMC night out, especially if you mix reservations in the restaurant with pre- or post dinner cocktails at the rooftop bar.

Truly a city of the world, with one of the most iconic skylines there is. Not only that, Hong Kong is the home of a bunch of fantastic rooftop bars, including the highest rooftop bar in the world. Overall a fantastic destination for romantic rooftop experiences.

11. Harbourside Grill

/ Hong Kong

Harbourside Grill

Found at the very tip of Ocean Terminal, the extension of Harbour City in Tsim Sha Tsui, Harbourside Grill serves a fantastic mix of prime cuts and the finest cross-harbour views.

Equipped with both a stylish interior dining room with panoramic windows, and a lovely outdoor terrace (called Le Deck), Harbourside Grill lets you indulge in sweeping 180-degree views, from Wan Chai across IFC mall and over Victoria Harbour, all the way to ICC in West Kowloon.

The rooftop menu includes a selection of sizzling grilled specialties with a touch French finesse, cocked over the Josper oven and sourced from around the world. Apart from meats, there is alos a fine selectiong of seafood, complemented with global wines and crafted cocktails.

Offering aterside dining at its finest, Harbourside Grill is a fantastic rooftop restaurant for a romantic and special occasion dinner

12. Ozone at the Ritz Carlton

/ Hong Kong

Ozone at the Ritz Carlton

This is the world's highest bar, and therefore of course also the world's highest rooftop bar. Ozone is located 480 meters up in the air, on the 118th floor of the luxurious Ritz Carlton. Absolutely stunning views from the roof terrace over Hong Kong and all its surroundings.

Here you can enjoy signature cocktails along with both sushi & sashimi and Brazilian & Asian tapas. The luxurious décor and vibe demand a fancy dress code and a big wallet. But boy is it worth it.

A dinner or date here will be a memory for life. Make sure to book your table in advance and ask for a table on the terrace if it’s possible. If you want to over-impress your date, also check out the Dom Pérignon brunch, served every Sunday.

The capital of Malaysia has one (or two maybe) very famous and distinct marker(s): the Petronas Twin Towers. But they are by no means the only high buildings in the city, so it is quite easy to find great Kuala Lumpur rooftop bars with fantastic views over the city, offering romantic vibes.

13. Marini’s on 57

/ Kuala Lumpur

Marini’s on 57

Marini’s on 57 is a fantastic upscale Italian restaurant, rooftop bar and a whiskey lounge. Located on the 57th floor of the Petronas Tower 3, here you get some magical panoramic views of the city skyline, and even cooler up-close views of the famous Petronas Towers.

As mentioned, Marini’s is divided into three areas. You can visit the rooftop bar for vibes, cocktials and bites, or the whiskey lounge for sophisitcated hours of the finest drinks and cigars.

For a the most romantic vibes and filling meals, you should make reservations in the elegant fine dining Italian restaurant. Awarded several times, here you can in indulge in tastes of authentic Italian food with a modern twist, complemented with an extensive wine list and premium views.

14. Horizon Grill at Banyan Tree

/ Kuala Lumpur

Horizon Grill at Banyan Tree

At the new and luxurious Banyan Tree in Kuala Lumpur you’ll find one of the best rooftop restaurants in Asia. Horizon Grill, as it’s called, offers a stylish restaurant experience on the 58th floor.

With dining both indoors and al fresco on the lovely rooftop terrace, the views over KL are amazing. Serving hearty á la carte breakfasts, executive lunches and a gourmet dinner menu with fresh seafood and premium steaks, the most cosy and romantic time to visit is for a dinner. Make sure to book your table in advance to get a good seat.

After dinner you can also head up to the fantastic Vertigo rooftop bar one floor above and enjoy some fine mixologist cocktails.

Built on hills along the Atlantic coast, Portugal's largest city and capital is a lovely place with a great climate. And it doesn't matter if you want views over the water or the hills, a cosy place or a luxurious place. The array of Lisbon rooftop bars offers something for everyone.

15. Seen

/ Lisbon

Seen

The SEEN Lisboa restaurant, with an intimate light, is a great restaurant with a view for Valentine’s Day or just a romantic dinner. It will be your island in the heart of Lisbon, the ideal place to recharge midweek or to welcome the weekend.

Located on top of the Hotel Tivoli Avenida Liberdade, right in the center of Lisbon, here you find both SEEN Restaurant and SkyBar Lisbon. Blending together, they create a modern and chic rooftop on the 9th floor, offering both an open-air feel, indoor lounge and panoramic views of the city.

In the stylish rooftop restaurant you can enjoy authentic, fresh and high-quality dishes with inspiration from both Portugal and Brazil. This is complemented with a Sushi Bar and a "regular" bar, serving top quality cocktails.

The largest city in Europe, filled with history and happenings and visited by millions and millions every year. And while the climate is by no means tropical, it is not as bad as many will have you belive, resulting in a great range of London rooftop bars. From playful and relaxed ones to more cosy and romantic venues.

16. SushiSamba

/ London

SushiSamba

Situated in one of London's tallest buildings you find this gem. The highest rooftop restaurant in Europe. Take the outside glass elevator up to magical views, great service, delicious food and a wide selection of sake.

Sushisamba is a very trendy place where people are well-dressed and the prices quite high. It often ranks as one of the best rooftop restaurants in London, as well as in Europe.

Book a table in the restaurant and enjoy fantastic fusion tastes from Asia, Peru and Brazil, served in a romantic and luxurious atmosphere. After dinner you can enjoy a cocktail on the outdoor terrace with spectacular views.

If you place high value in views, creative cocktails and fantastic food, SushiSamba is a perfect rooftop restaurant for Valentine’s Day.

17. Aviary

/ London

Aviary

Aviary rooftop restaurant & terrace bar is perched 10 floor up at the fantastic hotel Montcalm Royal London House at Finsbury Square. The elegant and chic indoor restaurant leads out to an open-air terrace with amazing views of the London skyline.

While the terrace is a very popular after work spot for tasty cocktails and views, the rooftop restaurant serves great food from morning to night. Here you can enjoy modern, British dishes, made from only the highest quality British produce.

With a friendly service and classy yet relaxed atmosphere, Aviary rooftop restaurant has all the ingredients to make any romantic breakfast, lunch or dinner perfect. Also open during winter, and not only thanks to indoor seating, but also some amazing and cosy rooftop igloos on the terrace.

California dreamin', from the Hollywood Hills to the beaches of Venice and Santa Monica. Los Angeles is a city that probably don't need any further introduciton, and with location right by the Pacific and a great climate, it is no surprise that it is a fantastic city for rooftop bars, both laid-back and romantic ones.

18. Mama Shelter's Rooftop

/ Los Angeles

Mama Shelter's Rooftop

Mama Shelter's Los Angeles is an LA rooftop bar that market itself as "So much more than just a simple rooftop". And with the views at display they might just be right. The view is stunning, with the iconic Hollywood sign in one direction and the Los Angeles skyline and city view in the other.

Get here in good time as the rooftop don’t take any reservations. And make sure to time the sunset. It’s one of the best in the world. Romantic and beautiful at the same time.

The food served at the rooftop is classic American, with both sharing plates and larger dishes available for lunch and dinner.

19. Spire 73

/ Los Angeles

Spire 73

Spire 73 rooftop bar and lounge is perched on the 73rd floor on top of the fabulous hotel called InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown. This is the highest rooftop bar in the Western Hemisphere, and one of the highest in the world. The roof terrace offers spectacular views over the entire city. All the way from Hollywood to the beaches.

Up here you can find fire pits that creates a cozy and romantic feeling among the array of different and stylish seating options. Everything from comfy lounge sofas, to classic bar stools and chairs right by the edge of the terrace.

While the Spire 73 rooftop don’t serve an á la carte dinner, there is a nice set of tasty bar bites, burgers and sweets that can be ordered and will keep most stomachs happy. Great rooftop if you’d like to impress on your date!

Australias second largest city, located in the southeast part of this vast country. Melbourne is a vibrant city, filled with culture along with tons of great bars and restaurants. There is also quite a lot of Melbourne rooftop bars that mix bar, restaurant and vibes, and also putting some grand views and romance as a cherry on top.

20. Naked in the Sky

/ Melbourne

Naked in the Sky

Naked in the Sky is the rooftop bar of Naked for Satan, which also includes a downstairs indoor restaurant. Located in Fitzroy, the 5th floor rooftop offers perhaps the best view northern Melbourne has to offer, with great vistas over the CBD skyline.

In a trendy and urban setting, you can enjoy an almost 20 pages long drink menu, including 'Satan's Infused Vodka' along with a large selection of wines and craft beers.

The terrace also offers a great selection of tapas, while the restaurant serves more filling Australian dishes. Book your table in advance for the inddor restaurant, and be in time for terrace seats, and you’ll be in for a romantic time in a vibrant atmosphere. Perfect for a lively and energetic date, complemented with smashing views.

The cultural, economic and financial center of South Florida. With its tropical climate and ocean-side vibe, Miami comes with loads of laid-back rooftop bars, many with a rooftop pool and great for lounging a long, sunny day away with your better half.

21. Area 31 at the Epic Hotel

/ Miami

Area 31 at the Epic Hotel

From the Area 31 Miami rooftop restaurant you get amazing views of Miami's central part and the surrounding skyscrapers, as well as Miami River. Perched on the 16th floor of the fantastic Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Area 31 is both a rooftop bar and rooftop restaurant, offering great food along with delicious drinks.

The rooftop restaurant serves local and sustainable dishes created by Executive Chef Wolfgang Birk. Mainly innovative seafood, but there's also some plates from the butcher.

Open from early breakfast through dinner and weekend brunch, there is always an opportunity to try the great food, the lovely atmosphere and the fantastic views at Area 31.

22. Juvia

/ Miami

Juvia

Juvia Miami is a stunning rooftop bar and rooftop restaurant, perched 9 floors up in the central parts of Miami Beach. The large wooden decked rooftop terrace and indoor sky restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows are beautifully decorated and offers magnificent panoramic views of Miami Harbor and the city skyline.

Juvia is a Miami rooftop restaurant where you will always find a vibrant lounge atmosphere and well-dressed people enjoying food, drinks and soft tunes from the live DJ. Perfect place for a date or romantic dinner, enjoying innovative and artistic French, Japanese and Peruvian dishes.

Book your table in advance, as Juvia rooftop is super popular during weekends and specific dates, like Valentine’s Day etc.

Recognized as the world's fashion and design capital, Milan is the home of the stylish people, but also some very stylish rooftop bars. A sky-high opportunity to enjoy fantastic Italian cuisine and beautiful and romantic vibes.

23. Terrazza Triennale

/ Milan

Terrazza Triennale

Terrazza Triennale is a luxurious and romantic rooftop in Milan with a great restaurant. The superb restaurant serves top notch Italian cuisine, while the bar holds very high quality too, with good wines, signature cocktails and beers.

The atmosphere on the terrace is sophisticated and relaxed. Perfect for those who want a romantic dinner. As for the view the terrace is surrounded by lush fields and Milan's skyline. Nice and cozy.

If you like romance and good food, this is a perfect choice among rooftops in Milan. Terrazza Triennale also offers a special Valentine's Day menu, ultimate for couples looking to make something special of the special day.

'The Big Apple', probably the most famous city in the world and arguably one of the best cities in the world when it comes to rooftop bars and terraces. With an abundance to choose from, this is our top NYC rooftop bars for a romantic night out.

24. The Press Lounge

/ New York

The Press Lounge

One of the best roof terraces in New York, located at the Kimpton Ink48 Hotel. Known for their amazing service and quality in everything, along with spectacular views over both Hudson River and the mighty Manhattan skyline.

A menu with quality over quantity, including a set of well-crafted cocktails, beer on both bottle and draught, wine and bubbles by the glass and a few small plates and snacks. Not a full dinner, but super luxurious and romantic still.

Perfect place for both after work or date, while soaking in views of the Big Apple, enjoying the sophisticated but vibrant atmosphere. Just make sure to be in good time, as the main terrace does not take reservation. You can however reserve the private Garden Table.

25. Westlight NYC

/ Brooklyn

Westlight NYC

Westlight is a NYC rooftop bar, located on the 22nd floor of The William Vale in trendy Williamsburg. And it comes with a fantastic view. From here you’ll get sweeping city views over the famous Manhattan skyline, East River and the surrounding buildings in Brooklyn. Just incredible!

The rooftop is run by the Chef Andrew Carmellini’s NoHo Hospitality Group, and offers a dynamic menu with both classic and original cocktails, alongside a long list of wines, craft beer, rare sprits and small plates with inspiration of global street food. Perfect for sharing.

Westlight is a bit on the pricey side, but all things served, both food and drinks, are made with care and of really good quality. Complemented with amazing views, it is a perfect spot for a date. Especially on Valentine's Day, when there is a 'Valentine's Day Prix-Fixe Menu' ($225 pp), also available in the charming Winter Village.

One of the most famous cities in the world, packed with historical buildings and monuments. And also the unofficial capital of love. What better way to take it all in than visiting one of the Paris rooftop bars, maybe with a glass of Merlot in hand.

26. Edmond at Terrass" Hotel

/ Paris

Edmond at Terrass" Hotel

One of the most cozy and sophisticated rooftop restaurants Paris has to offer, located on top of the Terrass'' Hôtel Montmartre. Here you get a magical panoramic view of the entire city with many of its famous buildings as a mighty background.

The terrace is lush and spacious, decorated with green plants and comfortable sofas. It’s recommended to make reservations for the indoor restaurant. The terrace is however subject to availability and not open for reservations.

The indoor restaurant is superb and serves as a great spot for a date or romantic Valentine’s dinner, when they also offer a special Valentine's menu, elaborated by Chef Santiago Guerrero to make you live a beautiful evening. Enjoy fusion cuisine with flavors and techniques from several horizons.

The 'Eternal City', the capital of Italy and also the country's largest city. A heaven for both the lovers of food and of history, which is probably easiest and best mixed at one of Rome's rooftop bars. Order some great cuisine, drinks and enjoy romantic vibes and vistas of all the historical sights.

27. Aroma Restaurant

/ Rome

Aroma Restaurant

Aroma Restaurant is a Michelin restaurant located at the luxurious Hotel Palazzo Manfredi, with a really nice roof terrace. From the rooftop you get a lovely close-up view of Colosseum and Rome's historic sites.

With just 28 seats, Aroma is an intimate restaurant with grandiose views. A perfect spot for a romantic Valentines date. Here you can enjoy Roman-born Chef Di Lorio's fantastic gourmet food, both á la carte style or go for a tasting menu with the option of a sommelier picking out the perfect wine for each dish.

The Aroma rooftop restaurant is pricey indeed, but with fantastic food, service and views you are guaranteed a memory for life.

28. Mirabelle

/ Rome

Mirabelle

On the 7th floor of the luxurious Hotel Splendide Royal, Mirabelle offers a Rome rooftop restaurant experience out of the ordinary. Packed with classic charm and a rooftop garden feel, the indoor/outdoor restaurant has a setting that is just about as beautiful as the views over Villa Borghese, Trinità dei Monti and St. Peter’s Basilica.

Upscale, sophistiacted and romantic in setting and atmosphere, Mirabelle is made for special occasions. Here you can enjoy á la carte or tasting menu's by Executive Chef Stefano Marzetti, all characterized by the finest Italian products. Complementing the food is an impressive selection of wines, with over 900 labels available.

Above the restaurant yo also find the Adèle Mixology Lounge. With amazing 360° views over Rome, this is the perfect spot for pre-dinner cocktails before a visit to Mirabelle.

29. Singer Palace Hotel

/ Rome

Singer Palace Hotel

The top floors of the fantastic Singer Palace Hotel is somewhat of a rooftop heaven. Here you find the rooftop bar Jim's Bar, as well as The Terraces rooftop restaurant.

Set in the heart of the historic center of Rome, and on top of a historic palace fashioned in 20th century style, the Singer Palace rooftop restaurant comes with an elegant and luxurious setting. Add some breathtaking views over the roman rooftops, monuments and churches, and you know you are in for a special experience.

Open for both lunch and dinner, The Terraces welcomes guests with simple and innovative cuisine mirroring typical roman and mediterranean dishes made with high quality ingredients. Perfect for a romantic day or night above the Eternal City.

Located in southwestern California, right at the Pacific Ocean and the border with Mexico. San Diego offers a mix between beach and city vibes, and the rooftop bars available does just the same.

30. The Nolen Rooftop Bar

/ San Diego

The Nolen Rooftop Bar

Located 14 floors up in the Gaslamp Quarter of downtown San Diego, The Nolen rooftop bar specializes in stunning and well-crafted cocktails. A true paradise for cocktail-lovers, the selections ranges from timeless classics to Nolen Originals, all made with the finest spirits.

And although firstly a cocktail bar, there is no need to go hungry as the rooftop bar also offers a very nice set of delicious bar bites, perfect for sharing with a loved one.

Beautiful in design, with lots of architectural features and modern details, the open-air Nolen terrace offers both lounge and dining seating, large and cozy fire-pits and a cool outdoor bar. The Nolen is a perfect spot for a romantic dinner during the sunset. Book your table in advance!

31. Mister A's

/ San Diego

Mister A's

Mister A's is a rooftop restaurant located in downtown San Diego, just west of Balboa Park, and this may very well be the best place in the city to combine fine dining with views to die for.

Long time runner and famous for its attentive service, fantastic food and beautiful views. Mister A's offer Modern American cuisine in a fine dining setting.

Enjoy your food in the classic and stylish indoor restaurant, or even better, out on the rooftop patio. The terrace wraps around the restaurant and has both dining seating and a lounge area, perfect for indulging in a hand-crafted cocktail or something from the top-rated wine list.

In other words, this is heaven for a romantic date.

The biggest city in China also has some of the very best rooftop bars in the world. Lots of skyscrapers and a warm climate means that the Shanghai rooftop bars can be visited year round. And dining with a view by the Huangpu River is one of the most romantic things you can do.

32. TOPS at Banyan Tree

/ Shanghai

TOPS at Banyan Tree

While many places claim to have the very best view of the river and Pudong skyline, we would argue that TOPS at Banyan Tree is the winner of the bunch. From this large and airy terrace, you get spectacular views of the skyline and over the river.

Apart from fantastic views, TOPS also offer a stylish and sophisticated terrace with a gorgeous vibe. Sit down in one of the lounge sofas or park yourself in the large round bar.

Here you can enjoy the contemporary drink menu, selection of nouveau tapas and some chill music. Perfect rooftop bar for a romantic drink or dinner. For an extra special night, try to make reservations for the private part of the terrace.

33. Flair at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong

/ Shanghai

Flair at The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong

On the 58th floor of the The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong you’ll find Flair Rooftop Restaurant & Bar. Not only the highest rooftop restaurant in Shanghai, but in all of China.

From the magnificent rooftop you get a fantastic view of Shanghai. Both a cool close up of the Pearl Tower, and being one of few rooftops on the Pudong side, some rare views of the Huangpu district. Often ranked as one of the world's best rooftop bars.

The bar and restaurant offers a large set of creative and well-made signature cocktails. There is also a large food menu, serving tapas-style dishes from Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, Thailand and China. Romantic and luxurious at the same time.

Apart from daily dinner, the Flair rooftop also offers weekend brunch and Afternoon Tea.

Southeast Asia's smallest country, but a grand and very modern city in itself. The Singapore rooftop bars are some of the best in the world, offering modern, luxurious and romantic settings, great views and in many cases, fantastic rooftop infinity pools.

34. Lavo

/ Singapore

Lavo

At Lavo you can experience vibe-dining, where Italian-American cuisine meets electrifying music. Indulge in classics like the Chicken Parmigiano or the famous LAVO Meatball while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.

The terrace is set against Singapore’s spectacular skyline at 57-stories above ground with 180-degree views of the city.

Perched on top of Marina Bay Sands, LAVO is a sleek and contemporary Italian-American restaurant that flaunts a luxurious lounge complete with a fully-equipped DJ booth. As the evening goes on the vibe will be more and more lively. Still a great place for a romantic dinner that exceeds to a full night out.

35. Lantern

/ Singapore

Lantern

Lantern is a very stylish and classy Singapore rooftop restaurant, located on the 6th floor at the superb five-star Fullerton Bay Hotel, right by the waterfront and opposite of the Marina Bay Sands complex.

The restaurant offers a variety of tasty bites like Pizza Slabs and Wagyu Burgers, along with selections of salads, steaks and seafood.

And if the food is good, the cocktails are equally fantastic. Lots of exciting and well-crafted signature cocktails, complemented with a fine selection of wines and a good set of beers.

For dinner at the Lantern rooftop, reservations are highly recommended. Come a bit earlier to catch a fantastic sunset and stay to watch the lightshow over Marina Bay. The ultimate dinner date!

Sweden's capital is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Charming and friendly, in recent years there has also been a boom of new and trendy Stockholm rooftop bars.

36. Tak

/ Stockholm

Tak

On the 13th floor of Tak (Roof in Swedish) you find a bright and stylish indoor restaurant, serving modern Scandinavian food influenced by Japanese cooking methods and flavors.

One floor above is the airy rooftop terrace, completed with an indoor bar lounge that also holds two separate dining / cocktail areas, called Raw Bar and IMA.

Tak rooftop terrace is located 48 meters up in the air, between the hotels At Six and Hobo, who both belongs to the hotel chain Nordic Choice. The bar and lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows fits up to 220 people, including Raw Bar and IMA.

At the Raw Bar community tables, you can indulg in small dishes like Oysters, Sterling Halibut Sashimi and Beef Tataki. Perfect for a date of sharing in a vibrant atmosphere.

Australia's largets city has it all: beautiful views, ocean, harbor, beaches, sky scrapers and fantastic restaurants / bars. And even though most of the Sydney rooftop bars are not perched at super high alltitudes, they do really come in numbers, and there is really a great selection of different type of roof terraces, including romantic ones.

37. The Butler

/ Sydney

The Butler

The very charming and stylish The Butler is a hidden oasis nestled amongst the backstreets of Potts Point, offering a lush setting and panoramic skyline views.

Leafy on the outside terrace, and restaurant feels almost as exotic inside, with a French colonial-inspired dining room with high ceilings and wicker furniture.

Here you can enjoy an exciting Ibero-American influenced menu, including Tacos, Pan Seared Sea Scallops and Chorizo Ragù, as well as a creative selection of cocktails.

Charming interiors and breathtaking city views, impressive dishes and delicious cocktails. What more could you ask for a romantic experience?

38. Café del Mar Sydney

/ Sydney

Café del Mar Sydney

Café del Mar is a luxurious rooftop that brings a slice of Ibiza right to Darling Harbor and the heart of Sydney. Both the restaurant and rooftop terrace offer a beautiful view of the Sydney skyline and the waters of Darling Harbor.

With modern and comfy lounge furniture, blue and white shades and a cool outdoor bar, the beach club vibe is obvious.

From the rooftop bar and restaurant you can order Mediterranean influenced dishes (served as tapas on the terrace), along with crafted cocktails and a large selection of wines and bubbles. The terrace also offers one of Sydney's best sunset spots. Your date will for sure be impressed with a dinner here!

Known as 'The White City' due to its fine architecture and heritage, Tel Aviv is Israel's second largest city, located at the Mediterranean coast. With a nice climate year round, the Tel Aviv rooftop bars can stay open all days of the year.

39. SuraMare

/ Tel Aviv

SuraMare

Up on the 10th floor of an old parking garage in the heart of Tel Aviv you find this trendy and beautiful rooftop restaurant called SuraMare. Living up to its tagline "Drinks & Happy Food", SuraMare rooftop bar also comes with a fantastic view of the Tel Aviv skyline and surroundings.

With rustic bistro furniture and a large olive tree in the middle of the terrace, the rooftop garden feel is obvious and with dim lighting at night also quite dreamy.

The drinks and food are super tasty, with a nice selection of fresh bar bites and some tasty and well-crafted signature cocktails. The atmosphere here is fun and vibrant, and the rooftop is usually quite crowded, so reservations before visiting are highly recommended.

Perfect place for a comfy and romantic dinner, followed by a party night if you get in the mood.

This beautiful and unique Italian city feels like it's made for love, and can also boost with some spectacular rooftop bars and restaurants. The closeness to the sea gives fabulous views over the city and water. Whether you’re in for a romantic dinner och just some afternoon drinks, the Venice rooftop bars will not disappoint.

40. Restaurant Terrazza Danieli

/ Venice

Restaurant Terrazza Danieli

The luxurious and romantic vibe starts already at the entrance of the Hotel Danieli and continues up to the rooftop and restaurant, which has a very classic Italian fine dining setting.

You can enjoy lunch and dinner at the restaurant all year round, and during the warmer months out on the terrace, which then also is open for afternoon cocktails.

The cuisine is Mediterranean influenced and of the very highest class. The rooftop bar has its own (extensive) menu, including fantastic mixologist cocktails, aperitive, a wide range of martini's, premium spirits, champagne, bar bites and even some cigars. The restaurant also offers a special Valentine's Day Dinner Menu.

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