Philadelphia has developed a collection of rooftop bars and terraces that showcase views of the city from above. These elevated venues serve cocktails, food, and provide outdoor spaces where visitors can take in the urban landscape. The rooftops vary in style and purpose, from casual gathering spots to more formal lounges, each offering its own character and approach to rooftop dining and entertainment. The collection includes well-established locations such as Assembly Rooftop Lounge, Attico Rooftop Lounge, and XIX Nineteen at Hyatt, alongside newer additions like El Techo and Sunset Social. Some venues focus on craft cocktails, while others emphasize local beer or specialty pizza. Places like Bok Bar and Revolution House draw crowds looking for both food and drink in a social setting. Standard Tap, Victory Brewing Company, and Continental Midtown appeal to those with specific interests in beer or regional fare. These rooftop spaces have become part of how residents and visitors experience the city. Whether seeking a place to watch the evening light, enjoy drinks with friends, or find a venue for a particular meal, the collection offers options across different neighborhoods. From Far East Descendant to Stratus Rooftop Lounge, each spot serves different crowds and occasions, reflecting how Philadelphia's rooftop scene has grown to accommodate various tastes and preferences.
Assembly Rooftop Lounge sits atop a building in Philadelphia, offering visitors panoramic views of the downtown skyline and surrounding skyscrapers. The venue serves cocktails and drinks in an outdoor setting. It provides a place to experience the city from above while enjoying beverages.
The Attico Rooftop Lounge is a contemporary terrace in Philadelphia that fits into this collection of rooftop bars offering city views. This lounge provides bar service with modern furniture and current decor in an urban setting where visitors can enjoy the city skyline.
The Balcony Bar at the Kimmel sits on an outdoor terrace of the arts complex, a place to sip drinks while taking in views of the city. You can walk directly from the interior spaces into the fresh air. The bar brings together the energy of downtown Philadelphia with a spot to relax above the streets. It fits naturally into the collection of rooftop bars and terraces that showcase the city skyline.
Bok Bar is a seasonal bar located on the roof of a former school that has been converted into a commercial space. It features an outdoor terrace and light dining service with views over the city. This venue fits into the collection of Philadelphia rooftop bars and terraces that offer panoramic views of the skyline while serving cocktails and food.
The City Tap House is a restaurant and bar with an elevated outdoor area that overlooks the city. It serves food and offers a wide selection of draft beers. As part of this collection of rooftop bars and terraces, this venue provides a place to enjoy drinks and meals while taking in the city skyline.
The Continental Midtown is a restaurant in the heart of Philadelphia serving modern cuisine with access to a rooftop terrace. From this location, visitors can dine outdoors while taking in views of the city skyline. The restaurant fits into this collection of notably positioned rooftop bars and terraces that provide cocktails, food service, and outdoor areas to experience the city skyline.
El Techo is a rooftop bar in Philadelphia that serves cocktails and drinks in a Latin American style. The decor and music draw inspiration from South and Central American cultures, offering a culinary experience with views across the city skyline.
Emmy Squared Pizza is a restaurant in this collection of rooftop bars and terraces in Philadelphia. The establishment specializes in artisanal pizzas and features a rooftop terrace where guests can enjoy thick-crust Detroit-style pizza outdoors while taking in views of the city.
Far East Descendant is a dining venue in this collection of rooftop bars and terraces across Philadelphia. It serves contemporary Asian cuisine and offers outdoor seating where guests can take in views of the city skyline while enjoying their meals.
Irwins is a neighborhood establishment in Philadelphia serving drinks and meals in a casual setting with an outdoor area where visitors can take in the city views. As part of the collection of notable rooftop bars and terraces, it offers a place to enjoy food, cocktails, and the surrounding cityscape from an elevated vantage point.
Patchwork is a modern venue in this collection of rooftop bars and terraces in Philadelphia. It offers cocktails and dining with direct access to an open-air space above street level, where you can take in views of the city skyline.
Revolution House is a restaurant and bar located in a historic building in Philadelphia. From its elevated outdoor area, you can see across the city that surrounds this place. It fits naturally into a collection of rooftop bars and terraces offering views of the city skyline.
The Skytop Garden at the Great American Pub is an outdoor garden space on the pub's roof where visitors can eat and drink in a relaxed setting while enjoying views across Philadelphia. This venue fits naturally into a collection of rooftop bars and terraces that serve cocktails, food, and provide sightlines of the city skyline.
Standard Tap is a venue in Philadelphia that serves local craft beers and American dishes. The establishment features an outdoor terrace where guests can enjoy meals and drinks during pleasant weather. As part of this collection of rooftop bars and terraces, Standard Tap offers one of the elevated spaces where visitors can experience views of the city skyline.
Stratus Rooftop Lounge is an elevated bar in this collection of rooftop bars and terraces in Philadelphia. It serves cocktails and small plates in a modern setting with unobstructed views over the city's rooftops and buildings.
Sunset Social is a rooftop venue in Philadelphia with an outdoor terrace designed for sunset viewing. This bar serves drinks and food in a relaxed evening setting, giving you a place to enjoy views of the city skyline as daylight fades. The open-air space captures the light and mood of late afternoon hours.
Vango Lounge and Sky Bar is an elevated venue in Philadelphia serving drinks and cocktails. The outdoor terrace offers views of the city's skyline and is part of a collection of notable rooftop bars and terraces throughout the city that provide panoramic views and spaces to enjoy the urban landscape.
Victory Brewing Company is a craft brewery in Philadelphia that brews its own beers and serves food in a casual setting. The brewery has an elevated outdoor terrace where patrons can enjoy drinks and the city skyline, making it one of the rooftop venues that define Philadelphia's drinking culture.
XIX Nineteen at Hyatt is a fine dining restaurant located on the top floor of the Hyatt hotel. As part of this collection of rooftop bars and terraces in Philadelphia, it offers views of the city skyline while serving refined cuisine and wines. The space is enclosed with large picture windows that frame the urban landscape.