In the heart of Rome, this is a great place for soaking up the atmosphere without having to contend with the tourist hordes. The splendid terrace is home to the exclusive Roof Top Lounge Bar where you can sip a cocktail and admire the breathtaking and enchanting view over the rooftops, domes and terraces of Rome.
Archive for June, 2010
RoofTop Lounge Bar
Posted on June - 30 - 2010
Terrasse des Galeries Lafayette
Posted on June - 29 - 2010
This rooftop, design by Patrick Jouin is an Ephemere restaurant on the top floor of the Galleries Lafayette. To get there, you have to go through the 7 floors of the Galleries Lafayette, which can be very difficult for a shopaholic! On the roof, you are in one of the best spot to see Paris. In fact, the view is almost the same as the Deli-cieux. The restaurant is very good. The chef used to work with Alain Passard, Michelin’s 3 stars restaurant (l’Arpège).
POV Roof Terrace
Posted on June - 28 - 2010
D.C. visitors and locals flock to this speakeasy-themed roof terrace where daybeds and red banquettes inspire socializing and secret sharing.
Here’s one “point of view” (for which the bar’s name – POV – stands for) that DC politicos and power brokers can finally agree upon: the W Washington, D.C.’s rooftop terrace affords unrivalled panoramas of our nation’s capital, from the energized East Wing of the White House to the evocative Washington Monument, National Mall, and Jefferson Memorial. Reborn from the same space of the former Hotel Washington’s famed Sky Terrace, the balcony bar now features sexy red-velveteen banquettes and black-and-white cushioned day beds. Be prepared for long lines at this stylish hot spot, where a speakeasy-themed drink menu by acclaimed New York City bar owner Sasha Petraske complements the scenery. Indoors, an upscale lounge for DC’s elite features nightly DJs and light tapas fare with a menu designed by master chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten; floor-to-ceiling windows frame the iconic views.
Rooftop Bar Cinema
Posted on June - 25 - 2010
An ultra cool venue for music, cinema, or just sunny boozing, this bar sits atop the Thai bar and restaurant, Cookie, on a six story 1920’s building in central Melbourne.
Naturally, the success of a session at the Rooftop Bar is subject to weather conditions as, with the exception of umbrellas and gas heaters, it isn’t protected against the elements. Restricted opening hours and menus operate during the off-season but both are expanded for the summer months; past menu highlights include a yakitori grill and sweet & savoury crepes courtesy of the team behind Concorde Crepes.
Be warned, from November to March the Rooftop Cinema takes over, and access to the roof is restricted to ticket holders after 8:00pm.
White
Posted on June - 23 - 2010
White immortalizes the spirit of Beirut. White’s rooftop bar, situated atop Nahar Building, opens exclusively from May to October, during which it hosts a who’s who lineup of world-famous acts and international DJs who come to rock the decks.
The space is exactly what you might expect, a lavish terrace with very little color aside from the slick white design palette that extends throughout the canopy-covered dining room and open-air lounge that’s one of Beirut’s top destinations for the under-40 and fabulous. No wonder nights at White have been described as “nothing short of spectacular.” Diners arrive around 8PM and by 1AM the scene turns into a full-on nightclub as dinner plates are traded in for dancing shoes and flirtatious moves.
Penthouse 808 at Ravel Hotel
Posted on June - 21 - 2010
Right off the Queensboro bridge, across from Manhattan, this luxe rooftop bar is a newcomer to the scene but definitely has the views to compete with the best of them.
Situated atop the Ravel Hotel, the Penthouse 808 (which debuted in May 2009) is no doubt the hotel’s centerpiece. It delivers up-close vistas of the bridge and Midtown high-rises, as well as a sweeping vista of the East River (two factory smoke stacks sit in the foreground but add depth to the otherwise picture-perfect view). If there’s a private party, the kitchen can’t handle outside orders; and the music is a tad too loud for sunset cocktails. Still, for those after killer city views, it’s a vantage point that can’t be beat.
Les Jardins Plein Ciel
Posted on June - 18 - 2010
Tucked away on the 7th floor of one of the parisian palaces, this rooftop offers panoramic views over the French capital city. A cold buffet and grilled dishes cooked on the barbecue are served both lunch and dinner in the summer months. An exceptional place, with the extra appeal of teak furniture and a giant chessboard, created as a tribute to Leonard Tauber, founder of the Chess Club of France.
Hudson Terrace
Posted on June - 17 - 2010
Looking for a little Miami on the Hudson? Hudson Terrace, with its magnificent urban vista, is an unparalleled entertainment destination. Perched in the no man’s land between midtown and the West Side Highway, this spectacular haven of serene opulence offers unforgettable venue amenities. The Hudson Terrace event venue imaginatively unites intimate interiors with all-season exterior spaces. Erected from imported heirloom woods, handcrafted tiles and treasured stones, the venue promises nothing short of uncompromised artistry.
Boundary
Posted on June - 16 - 2010
Here’s a newish addition to London’s rooftop dining scene, recently opened in January 2009. It’s tough to secure a table as it only opens on pleasant summer afternoons.
The Rooftop is elevated above east London, perched on top of the Conran-designed Boundary Project, which is a boutique hotel, restaurant (Boundary), café (Albion) and deli in the heart of Shoreditch. Get in the lift in reception and press ‘T’ (for top) – or join the queue waiting patiently downstairs on busy days. It’s an alfresco rooftop retreat offering impressive panoramic views of London. There’s upright eating for 48, or lounge on wicker sofas and summer seats surrounded by various shrubbery, heaters, the smoky scent of cigars and a wood-burning fire – and blankets, should it get a bit brass monkeys.
Vertigo Sky Lounge
Posted on June - 15 - 2010
The unisex bathroom at Vertigo will catch your attention. With a large round window overlooking the Chicago skyline and another window where visitors can order old-time drinks like Sidecars and Pink Ladies from the bar, it’s turning out to be quite the happening loo.
Plunge at Gansevoort South
Posted on June - 14 - 2010
Located just north of South Beach on Collins Avenue, this hip incarnation of New York’s Ganesvoort hotel plays host to Miami’s hottest rooftop party. Just like its sister in the Big Apple, this place revolves around the huge rooftop infinity pool. Relax on the chic white lounge chairs or curl up in a cabana to soak in the stunning ocean and city views.
It’s the weekend nights and Saturday pool parties — when the crowds, $900 bottles and DJs come out — that the hotel’s roof becomes Plunge, a money making venue marketed as “the country’s largest rooftop adults-only playground”. Strong, sexy cocktails, smooth beats, and a scene that rivals some clubs in south beach.
Rare View
Posted on June - 11 - 2010
Filled with workers and hotel clientele, the roomy rooftop bar has rope lights draped over mini-trees, plenty of tables and chairs for seating.
Town House
Posted on June - 10 - 2010
The outdoor rooftop terrace features red king-size waterbeds paired with huge umbrellas for sunbathers and shade-seekers alike. At night the rooftop transforms into one of South Beach’s hottest social scenes, with rocking roof parties Friday and Saturday nights.
Friday nights are hosted by Erica Freshman and Zack Bush, and bring in a young, chill crowd looking to relax under the stars in a posh setting. The rooftop lounge is both romantic and stimulating, making it the ideal place to bring a date, or a great spot to meet your next one.
The Rooftop is sometimes reserved for private events, parties, and production…
The W Bar Terrace
Posted on June - 8 - 2010
Located on the top floor of the Warwick Hotel, near the Champs Elysées, this rooftop is just open during summer.
C-View
Posted on June - 7 - 2010
This lounge on the top floor of the Affinia Chicago Hotel offers incredible views of the Chicago skyline. A “living wall” of greenery and flowers adds an urban-oasis feel to the luxe outdoor terrace with lounge seating and a high communal table.
The lounge’s indoor portion relies on tightly upholstered club chairs in tan leather, glassy pendant lighting and an underlit bar. The look is inviting, but it’s tough to compete with the outdoor space, where glass panels afford unobstructed views and a communal table encourages mingling.
The Roof
Posted on June - 5 - 2010
Offering both indoor and outdoor spaces, the large rooftop bar at this Chicago hotspot serves up great food and amazing views.
