R&R: Rooftops & Restaurants

What is your Summer dining out love language? Dining outside on the patio? Drinking and catching views on a roof top? Or Picnicing in the Park? Rooftops, Patios then picnics; All in that order for me. Even in a pandemic, there are still ways to enjoy the summer. Most of my favorite parts about the summer are the rooftops. Rooftops & Relaxation—- I call it R&R. So, I’m sure you’re wondering what are the current open rooftops? What are some of the best ones? Here’s some of my suggestions. I’ll throw in a patio or two. Get ready to make reservations!

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R&R: Rooftop bars & Restaurants

Some of my favorite Rooftop Spots

NY & NJ ROOFTOPS.

Of course being the Empire State, NYC is rooftop heaven :) A city of skyscrapers and tall buildings, there are way too many rooftops to list, but here are some of my favorites.

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Mr. purple

Rooftop bar and pool 15 stories above the LES

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WESTLIGHT

A 22nd-floor rooftop bar in Brooklyn.

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the elsie Rooftop

Upscale Rooftop lounge and terrace high above in Mid-town. Slight bites & craft cocktails in an indoor/outdoor space.

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RH Rooftop restaurant

Glamorous rooftop restaurant offering American fare amid chandeliers, greenery & skyline views.

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ROOFTOP AT EXCHANGE PLACE

Multi-level Rooftop Bar & Terrace with views of Manhattan and the Hudson

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pORTA

Spare, stylish Italian joint specializing in Neapolitan-style pizza, wine & cocktails.

DC ROOFTOPS

Since I live in DC, I’ve probably hit most of the rooftops in downtown. Awesome views of the Capitol and monuments. Most of the rooftops lie on The Wharf — My neighborhood. However, there are some cute rooftops in downtown & Georgetown.

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12 STORIES

Light-filled tavern with floor-to-ceiling windows, cocktails & a terrace with river & city vistas.

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whisky charlie

Rooftop bar & outdoor deck with waterfront & city vistas for cocktails, wine, beer & comfort fare.

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Canopy RESTAURANT pati

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From business brunches to pre-dinner drinks and everything in between, the options at Canopy are always refreshingly satisfying.

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LA VIE

Swanky restaurant overlooking The Wharf offering creative American & Mediterranean fare & cocktails.

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OFFICINA

Combining contemporary Italian fare with touches of traditional.

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eaton dc

Features four on-site restaurants, ranging from a locally-sourced, all- day restaurant to a rooftop bar in Washington, DC.

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pov at the w hotel

W Hotel's rooftop lounge drawing a hip crowd with stylish decor, seasonal cocktails & city views.

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crimson dc

Cosmopolitan indoor/outdoor rooftop terrace & watering hole in the Pod DC hotel.

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The graham georgetown

Lounge on the overstuffed sofas, listen to the cool lounge beats, and take in the sweeping views of historic Georgetown and Washington D.C.

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TOP OF THE YARDS

Top of the Yard is the only rooftop bar in the Capital Riverfront District, features ball park exclusive views directly into Nationals Park.

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TOP OF THE GATE AT WATERGATE

Potomac riverside lounge atop Watergate Hotel with breathtaking view, cocktails & Italian bites.

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THE DELEGATE RESTAURANT ROOFTOP

Contemporary, brick-clad hotel eatery dishing out hearty American seafood & meat classics.

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EL TECHO DC

Hip rooftop restaurant & bar serving Latin tapas & craft cocktails above Rito Loco.

MIAMI.

Views from Wynwood Arts District & South beach.

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astra miami

Mediterranean-inspired rooftop restaurant located in Wynwood

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When you’re in LA LA land, take in the views of Hollywood and downtown

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ROOFTOP AT NOMAD HOTEL

Wrong. The newly opened rooftop bar is wonderful, featuring a menu full of Nomad-quality stuff; all the cocktails, beers, wines, and frozen drinks you could ask for are available.

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spire 73

An open-air bar on the 73rd story of the InterContinental hotel, with craft cocktails.

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perch la

Glamorous rooftop setting with French small plates, handcrafted cocktails & grand views of the city.

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skybar la

Glamorous open-air bar offering poolside cocktails on the rooftop of the Mondrian Hotel.

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Towering in TO town you’ll see views from the 6. City views of the Toronto Skyline consisting of the CN Tower, Simpson Tower and The One.

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lavelle Toronto

Expansive, swanky rooftop complex with a modern French eatery, bars & a massive outdoor pool.