Best Rooftop Bars & Restaurants
Looking to elevate your cocktail hour? These rooftop bars throughout St. Pete-Clearwater will (literally) do just that. Head to any of these hot-spots to enjoy a drink or two with panoramic views that include stunning sunsets over America’s best beaches, picture-perfect bayfront backdrops and silhouettes of the St. Pete skyline.
The Birchwood Canopy, St. Pete
You can't beat the view at the Canopy, a rooftop bar on Beach Drive overlooking the Downtown St. Pete waterfront from atop The Birchwood Hotel.
The top floor of the Birchwood Hotel not only serves light fare and martinis, it serves up amazing views of Tampa Bay and the St. Pete skyline. Cozy up in a private cabana and watch the colorful sky as the sun goes down and the who’s-who of Tampa Bay mingles here.
Jimmy's Crow's Nest, Clearwater Beach
Jimmy's Crow's Nest at Pier House 60 Marina Hotel on Clearwater Beach.
This waterfront spot at the Pier House 60 hotel is the perfect place to overlook all the action of Clearwater Beach and Clearwater Marina. Enjoy happy hour at Jimmy's Crow's Nest from 3 - 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday while waiting for the big event – a gorgeous sunset.
Hi-Fi Rooftop Bar, Dunedin
With gorgeous views of the bay and beyond, the rooftop bar at Dunedin's Fenway Hotel is a pleasant place to spend an evening.
The original Fenway Hotel speakeasy was in the basement, but this rooftop bar brings back one of the best views in all of Dunedin. Take in the historic Fenway architecture along with views across the Intracoastal Waterway and over to Caladesi Island.
The Hurricane Seafood Restaurant, Pass-A-Grille
The Hurricane (both the restaurant and the drink of the same name) is legendary. Can you really say you've been to St. Pete Beach if you haven't been to the Hurricane?
Looking for one of the most breathtaking sunset views in the area? Head to historic Pass-A-Grille and the Hurricane’s truly legendary rooftop deck. Order one of their famous grouper sandwiches and sip a tropical drink as the sky fills with pinks and oranges.
Azura Sundown Rooftop & Lounge, St. Pete Beach
Stunning St. Pete Beach views and handcrafted cocktails make the rooftop at Hotel Zamora the perfect spot to unwind.
Sip craft cocktails and watch a stunning St. Pete Beach sunset from the rooftop lounge of the beautiful, Mediterranean-style Hotel Zamora. Panoramic views and plush lounge furniture will ease you into the evening. Take the elevator down to the Azura Coastal Kitchen & Bar for tantalizing seaside-inspired cuisine.
The Deep End, Clearwater Beach
Located on the 11th floor of the JW Marriott Clearwater Beach, The Deep End offers endless Gulf views in a casual, panoramic atmosphere and a cuisine inspired by the flavors of fresh Peruvian ingredients shaped by traditional Japanese techniques.
Marina Cantina, Clearwater Beach
Marina Cantina comes with great food and amazing views.
This Mexican fusion restaurant and bar overlooks Clearwater Beach Marina and has stunning sunset views. Specializing in fresh off the boat seafood caught from their own boats, the menu compliments their hand-crafted margaritas and sangria. The weekend brunch, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. offers a variety of breakfast and lunch options along with bottomless mimosas, margaritas and bloody marys. Happy hour is Monday - Friday from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. with food and drink specials. Come for the view, stay for the tacos!
Pier Teaki, St. Pete
Pier Teaki is a fabulous place to relax by the water, while enjoying bar snacks and great cocktails.
Pier Teaki, a waterfront hotspot, sits atop the St. Pete Pier with stellar views of Tampa Bay and downtown St. Pete. You can even arrive by boat (use one of the new, metered boat slips) and enjoy some refreshments before getting back out on the water (with a designated driver, of course).
Sparrow at The Moxy Hotel, St. Pete
Enjoy views of St. Pete at Sparrow on the rooftop of The Moxy hotel. Photo by Rich Purcell.
Relax under the stars on the rooftop at The Moxy Hotel in St. Pete and enjoy great views of downtown along with some very cool themed cocktails and an Asian-inspired menu.
Sielo Rooftop Pool Bar, Clearwater Beach
The rooftop bar at The Hiatus in Clearwater Beach offers spectacular views of the Gulf.
Located at the Hiatus Hotel on Clearwater Beach, this seventh-floor rooftop pool terrace and bar has panoramic views and mesmerizing sunsets. Savor hand-crafted cocktails (go Florida-themed with the Pink Flamingo made with Stoli Orange Vodka and Solerno Blood Orange) and Caribbean-inspired dishes from the onsite restaurant, Ocean Seven while enjoying the seaside surroundings. Order from the raw bar, sample the fresh sushi, and enjoy a variety of fresh seafood and meat options at lunch or dinner.
Vista at the Top, Tierra Verde
Vista at the Top bar
Tucked away in Tierra Verde at the Residence Inn, you'll enjoy magnificent panoramic views from Tampa Bay to the Gulf at this hidden gem. Featuring signature cocktails, a progressive wine menu, craft beers and tapas-style contemporary American cuisine, you can't go wrong at Vista on the Top.