Miami, with its hot, trendy, and beautiful vibes all around, takes romance to a whole new level. The best rooftop bars in Miami provide a refreshing tropical breeze and a new perspective on the city. From breathtaking sunset views to panoramic views of the Miami skyline and the Atlantic Ocean, the vibes are due to be right.
To help you and yours find the best spots, we have compiled a comprehensive list of the best rooftops in Miami for a romantic night out. From South Beach’s luxurious rooftop pools and hotel rooftops to downtown Miami’s swanky rooftop lounges, you’re in for a treat. So, which rooftop bar in Miami is the best for you? Scroll down to find out.
10 Top Romantic Rooftops In Miami
Where would you rather be: a sky bar with beautiful Magic City views or one of Miami’s many waterfronts where colorful cocktails perfectly complement your sunset selfie? Miami is blessed with so many options making it easy for you to make a selection, or not!
Whether you want to get high (literally) atop one of the city’s new skyscrapers, sip happy hour cocktails as the sun sets, or find a rooftop to dance till dawn? Our guide covers you. Enjoy!
Opening Hours:
5 pm – 1 am (Mon-Fridays)
11 am – 1 am (Saturdays)
1 pm – 1 am (Sundays)
Astra Roof Garden in Wynwood is spacious and spectacular, and it’s about as close to the Greek Islands as you can get from a rooftop bar in Miami.
Astra rooftop is open nightly for dinner. The atmosphere, and bottomless weekend brunch, featuring both dining tables and more comfortable lounge sofas is something you don’t want to miss.
The rooftop menu features various Greek-inspired dishes, mixology drinks, and wines with Mediterranean implications. A ‘Mediterranean Old Fashioned’ or a ‘Mediterranean Rose Sangria’ are both good choices.
Astra is best visited early evening for informal dining and a spectacular sunset. Later, the moods shift to a more colorful cocktail bar, with international DJs and live bands bringing the party to a new level. You will be grooving your night away, drink in hand surrounded by a fantastic view.
Opening Hours:
8.30 am – 12 am (Tue-Thursdays)
8.30 am – 1 am (Fri & Saturdays)
8.30 am – 12 am (Sundays)
The Citadel is a bustling food hall in Little River, north of downtown Miami that serves local artisanal dishes and handcrafted cocktails from Miami’s most innovative restaurants.
The bright and modern 5,000-square-foot rooftop bar and lounge is nestled in the lush treetop greenery of the surrounding neighborhoods and offers expansive views of downtown Miami.
Specialties are frozen cocktails, wine, beer, and signature rooftop foods from the dozen local brands stationed below. From pizza and burgers to sushi and Caribbean cuisine, there’s something for everyone.
If you’re ready for some sun-drenched afternoon cocktails and snacks this is one of the best rooftop restaurants in Miami.
Opening Hours:
11 am – 11 pm (Mon-Sundays)
Serena Rooftop, located on the second floor of Moxy Miami South Beach, brings all the Latin vibes to Miami. The open-air, colorful, and lush terrace has both lounge and table seating and is inspired by Oaxaca and Mexico City’s outdoor patio dining.
You can sample a modern take on traditional Latin and Mexican fare and inventive drinks created by famed mixologist Christian Rubio. Open daily for lunch, supper, lively weekend brunches, and cocktails throughout the day.
Opening Hours:
4 pm – 1 am (Sun-Thursdays)
4 pm – 3 am (Fri & Saturdays)
High above Miami, a secret rooftop garden serves Asian-inspired cocktails and tapas. Lucky you, we’re sharing this secret.
Sugar is one of Miami’s most high places, located 40 stories up on top of the beautiful hotel EAST Miami.
The lush rooftop patio features a hand-carved wooden bar and tiki-style chairs, as well as magnificent 360-degree views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline, bringing a taste of luxury Balinese flair to Brickell.
The Sugar rooftop bar is open daily from noon to late at night and serves Asian tapas such as dumplings and sushi and an excellent drink menu.
This rooftop bar in Miami is a sophisticated and urban-trendy ambiance where you can enjoy sunny and relaxed cocktails. Salud!
Opening Hours:
8 pm – 2 am (Fri & Saturdays)
This place definitely secures its spot as one of Miami’s most romantic places, with an awesome view too!
The C-Level Rooftop Terrace, located in South Beach on top of the exciting and lively Clevelander Hotel, provides an unrivaled vantage point for guests to enjoy glittering ocean views and a calm downtown Miami skyline. The C-LEVEL ROOFTOP PARTY, which takes place every Friday and Saturday night, transforms the rooftop into a more formal event area.
Let this Miami skyline serve as your backdrop, and prepare to dance the night away with a three-hour open bar offer and a high-flying environment.
Opening Hours:
4.30 pm – 2 am (Wed-Saturdays)
2 pm – 12 am (Sundays)
High above the center of Downtown Miami is a vibrant rooftop getaway.
Rosa Sky is the newest addition to the glittering Miami rooftop heaven, floating high above the Brickell City Center on top of the all-new dual-brand AC & Element Hotel Miami Downtown.
A street-facing elevator (SW 1st Court) will take you directly to the 22nd-floor rooftop, where you’ll find a stylish modern lounge setting and some incredible panoramic views of the Miami skyline.
Check out the varied and extensive menu that features handcrafted, colorful, and whimsical trademark cocktails like The Rosa Sky and Tulum Trip, as well as a rosé wine selection and bottles of spirits, is available upstairs. Cocktails and a view? Where would you rather be? You’re welcome!
Opening Hours:
9 am – 12 am (Sun-Thursdays)
9 am – 2 am (Fri & Saturdays)
The ocean-inspired rooftop bar is 18 stories above South Beach, but it feels like it’s only a few feet away from the water. Watr is decked out in reclaimed wood, lighted by strings of lamps and features.
The restaurant’s new retractable rooftop allows visitors to enjoy the Japanese-Peruvian menu all year, particularly the delectable ceviche, quinoa bowls, and tartares. Their frozen cocktail menu and the excellent and authentic Pisco sour are not to be missed.
The music is more akin to breaking waves than the usual club bangers heard here. There’s something about this place’s laid-back vibe that makes you feel like you’re in a spa with frosé on tap—this is a well-deserved spot on some of the best rooftop bars in Miami.
Opening Hours:
4 pm – 11 pm (Wednesdays)
4 pm – 2 am (Fri & Saturdays)
4 pm – 12 am (Thursday & Sundays)
Little Havana’s buildings rarely rise above three or four stories, making the vistas from the neighborhood’s first open-air, elevated bar and restaurant in Miami all the more spectacular. Terras, perched atop the wonderfully charming Life House Hotel oozes appeal with lush foliage, big umbrellas, and soft couch setups that are retro-tiled with bistro-like lighting.
Above, there’s also a herb garden with various vegetables and herbs cultivated and harvested to flavor drinks and the menu’s various plant-based dishes.
Opening Hours:
9 am – 9 pm (Sun-Thursdays)
9 am – 11 pm (Fri & Saturdays)
High Bar is the pool bar for the fashionable Dream South Beach Hotel throughout the day (open to non-guests; you just need to order a cocktail). This retro-styled rooftop lounge offers stunning views of the Atlantic and a laid-back alfresco vibe where you can actually hear what your lover is saying at night. Face Down in the Pool, a rum and candied pineapple cocktail, is part of an entertainingly eclectic cocktail menu.
Highbar’s Dream Hotel’s 1970s-themed playground is built around an infinity pool and has everything you need to transition from day drinking to evening celebration, including a DJ spinning tunes, bottle service, and private cabanas. It’s also only a short distance from the beach. What about partying in a bikini? Hey, it happens all the time.
Vista is located in the lovely Upper Buena Vista shopping complex and serves some delicious rustic Italian cuisine and is one of the top rooftop restaurants in Miami. You should try to get a table on the rooftop terrace if possible.
With a large bar and a newly opened rooftop, Vista is a place where rustic Italian cuisine meets tropical boho ambiance. If you time it just so, you may be sipping $8 mules while watching the sun set during happy hour (4 to 7 p.m.).
There’s also enough to drink, with wines by the glass and bottles, and a small selection of handcrafted cocktails. If that isn’t enough to make you feel amorous, the cozy space is shaded by a 150-year-old banyan tree. Enjoy the shade with a drink in hand. Perfect for a conversation with your date!
(Note: temporarily closed, but you should definitely keep an eye out for it)
Psst! If you run out of things to talk about, get some tips on What A Couple Should Discuss On A Date.
There you have it. We hope this list of romantic rooftop bars and restaurants makes it to your itinerary. There’s so much to explore for you and your date in the vibrant city of Miami. We hope you do nothing more than have a splendid time, and oh! Feel free to reference this list anytime.
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