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16 Best Rooftop Bars in Orlando You Must Try

16 Best Rooftop Bars in Orlando You Must Try

Looking for the best rooftop bars in Orlando? Great you have come to the right place!

Orlando, as I’m sure you aren’t surprised, has a pretty rad bar scene with rooftop bars no less. Rooftop bars are the perfect place for a fun night out when you are sick of the regular night-life scene.

Personally, I am a big fan of a rooftop bar so here’s a roundup of the 16 best rooftop restaurants in Orlando you gotta check out:

16 Best Rooftop Bars in Orlando You Must Try!

1. Sky Lounge Orlando

Sky Lounge (formerly known as One80 Skytop Lounge) is one of the best rooftop bars in Orlando. It is located in downtown Orlando within the Amway Center, a large indoor arena for concerts and sports games.

It is a convenient spot for concert-goers and sports game attendees to visit. Because of its location in downtown, Sky Lounge offers some of the most amazing, stunning views of the surrounding Orlando skyline. Visit the lounge at night to see the heart of the city all lit up!

The Sky Lounge has a large menu that includes a selection of signature cocktails, beer, seltzer, champagne, and wine, as well as a few non-alcoholic beverages like Red Bull and soda.

The lounge also offers a bottle service menu. Check out their website to make a reservation, as they are recommended – especially if you and your group want table service. Sky Lounge is open on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 pm to 2 am, as is also open on all game days and event days. It is a great bar to check out if you are already at the Amway Center for a game or event!

One of the best rooftop bars in downtown Orlando.

Address: 400 W Church Street

Sky Lounge Orlando Best Rooftop Bars in Orlando

Sky Lounge Orlando/ Facebook

2. Bar 17 Bistro

Bar 17 Bistro is a rooftop bar located on the 17th floor of Universal’s Aventura Hotel within Universal Orlando Resort. The bar boasts an incredible 360-degree view of the Central Florida skyline, including the three Universal theme parks: Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay.

You will be able to see a bunch of different rides and attractions while you enjoy a drink or get something to eat. This is an awesome venue to check out, whether you just finished up a day at the parks, are staying in the hotel, or just visiting the area, as you don’t need a booking to access the rooftop bar.

If you are looking for a drink, the menu at Bar 17 Bistro includes a variety of beer, wine, and cocktails. The menu also has a tasty selection of food to choose from, including appetizers like tempura veggies and cheese boards, and dishes like signature bao, salads, and burgers with fries.

The bar is open Sunday through Thursday from 5 pm to 12 am, and Friday and Saturday from 5 pm to 1 am.

Address: 6725 Adventure Way 

Bar 17 Bistro Best Rooftop Bars in Orlando

Bar 17 Bistro/ Facebook

3. Latitudes

If you are looking for Orlando’s largest rooftop bar, check out Latitudes. It is a bar located on the 3rd floor of a building that houses two other bars on its’ first and second floors as well – and all of them are uniquely themed! Latitudes is on historic Church Street in downtown Orlando and has been around since 1999.

The bar has a tropical tiki theme with wooden planks and tropical plants decorated throughout the rooftop. From this location, you can see different Orlando skyline buildings, as well as the lively Church Street below. The vibe is relaxing due to its tropical décor. The venue is known for playing a popular selection of music, including classic alternative and Top 40 songs.

Make sure to check out their website for information on different events and specials they hold, which are often in conjunction with other Church Street bars.

The drink menu at Latitudes includes a variety of cocktails and beers. Make sure to try their mojito! Food-wise, the kitchen serves up tasty burgers, fries, and more. If you are visiting downtown Orlando, make sure to stop by Church Street and go to Latitudes. They are open till 2 am Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday and closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Address: 33 W Church Street 3rd Floor

Latitudes

Latitudes/ Facebook

4. Hanson’s Shoe Repair

Located on the rooftop of the Hanson Building is Hanson’s Shoe Repair. The building was built in the 1800s and is quite possibly the oldest building still standing in downtown Orlando.

Adding to the coolness factor of this bar is that it is a speakeasy! Styled after the prohibition-era establishments of the 1920s, Hanson’s Shoe Repair is truly a hidden gem – a bar within a bar!

You will start downstairs in the Bauhaus bar and then head upstairs to access the speakeasy. Just make sure you know the required password for entry, which changes daily. You can find the password by checking Hanson’s Shoe Repair Twitter page or by calling or texting their phone number.

Make sure to enjoy this lovely rooftop view of downtown Orlando at this unique bar. Hanson’s Shoe Repair is favored for its old-timey atmosphere and intimate set-up.

Their drink menu has a variety of different house and classic cocktails, as well as neat drinks of bourbons, whiskies, and ryes. Hanson’s is open every day from 8 pm to 2 am.

Address: 27 E Pine Street

Hanson's Shoe Repair Best Rooftop Bars in Orlando

Hanson’s Shoe Repair/ Facebook

5. Celine Orlando

Celine Orlando is a popular entertainment venue located in the heart of downtown Orlando. The venue caters to a lively crowd and hosts live music and a variety of different events, so check their calendar to see if there is anything fun going on during your visit. The main floor is where they host events.

Upstairs is a mezzanine that overlooks the venue and provides VIP service and a private bar. From there, you will want to head outside to the Rooftop Lounge, which provides views of downtown Orlando.

The drink menu at Celine includes vodka, whiskey, scotch, cognac, gin, tequila, champagne, wine, with a few extras like Red Bull, White Claw, beer, and sangria. The venue is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 pm to 2 am, and Sunday from 5:30 pm to 11 pm.

Address: 22 S Magnolia Avenue

Celine Orlando

Celine Orlando/ Facebook

6. Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge is a nightclub and rooftop bar in downtown Orlando. Known for its energetic EDM DJs and laser light shows, Aero is the place to go for a fun night!

It doesn’t stop with a popping selection of music either, as the bar offers a wide selection of drinks to choose from. They have vodka, rum, cognac, scotch, gin, whiskey, tequila, champagne, and wine. Enjoy your drinks on the rooftop, which has a great view of the downtown area.

Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge offers options to upgrade your night with VIP bottle service, or by renting a cabana for your own private space. They are open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 pm to 2 am, and Sunday from 5 pm to 11:30 pm.

Address: 60 N Orange Avenue

Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Aero Rooftop Bar & Lounge/ Facebook

7. Capa at Four Seasons Orlando

Capa is a Rooftop Steakhouse and Bar located at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. It is an elegant option that has outdoor terraces and a sophisticated dining room that can be found on the 17th floor of the resort. Capa is noticeably influenced by Spanish décor and cuisine.

From the rooftop terrace, you will have an incredible view of the surrounding Disney World resort property. You are even able to catch the nightly firework shows from here! On Wednesdays and Saturdays, they also have a live Spanish guitarist playing music, providing to the tasteful atmosphere.

The drink menu at Capa includes a selection of Spanish wines and house cocktails. Try their signature drink, the Capa Gintonic, which is made up of Caorunn gin, Fever Tree Mediterranean tonic, Gala apple, juniper, key lime, and botanicals. Their tapas menu includes a variety of cheeses and other small bites. Capa is open daily from 5 pm to 10 pm.

Address: 10100 Dream Tree Blvd

Capa at Four Seasons Orlando

Capa at Four Seasons Orlando/ Facebook

8. illume at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek

Illume is a casual, Japanese-inspired rooftop bar and lounge located on the 9th floor of the JW Marriott Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa in Orlando. The resort is situated over by Disney World. illume offers great service and stunning views of the Lake Buena Vista area. The rooftop also provides a convenient view of the nightly Disney World fireworks.

The bar’s menu is inspired by contemporary Japanese cuisine. Drinks include a large selection of sake, craft beer, cocktails, wine, and Japanese whiskey.

If you are hungry, illume also has a comprehensive menu of appetizers, as well as nigiri, sashimi, maki, shareable plates, and desserts to enjoy like gelato and tiramisu. illume is open on Wednesday through Sunday from 6 pm to 12 am, Friday and Saturday from 6 pm to 1 am, and closed Monday and Tuesday.

Address: 14900 Chelonia Parkway

illume at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek

illume at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek/ Facebook

9. The Whole Enchilada in Winter Garden

The Whole Enchilada is a Mexican restaurant and bar located in downtown Winter Garden. The rooftop bar is charmingly decorated with colorful furniture and string lights. From the roof, you have a great view of the surrounding area of downtown Winter Garden.

The food menu is where the Whole Enchilada really shines! The restaurant serves all of your favorite Mexican dishes. From appetizers like chips with salsa, queso, or guac, or a delicious plate of nachos, to entrees like enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos, burritos, and salads, and sweets like sopapillas and churros, this place has it all.

If you are feeling very bold, opt for The Ex-Wife Challenge, where you are tasked with eating a 6-pound burrito in 45 minutes. If you succeed, you don’t have to pay for it and you get a free t-shirt as well! A cool and potentially free activity in Orlando.

The Whole Enchilada serves a wide variety of margaritas and mixed drinks, beer, wine, and more. They are open Sunday through Thursday from 11 am to 12 am, and Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 1 am.

One of the best rooftop restaurants in Orlando for sure.

The Whole Enchilada in Winter Garden

The Whole Enchilada in Winter Garden/ Facebook

Address: 129 W Plant Street

10. California Grill – One of the most romantic rooftop bars in Orlando

California Grill is a fine dining restaurant located in the Contemporary resort at Disney World. The resort is one of the closest ones to Magic Kingdom Park, so it offers one of the best resort vantage points for catching the nightly Disney World firework shows. The venue actually dims the lights and plays the score of the show for a more immersive viewing experience!

To access the venue, you need to have a reservation. Once your reservation is confirmed downstairs, you will be escorted up to the 15th floor, where you can enjoy California Grill’s spectacular views of Magic Kingdom and the surrounding Disney property. Because this is a fine dining establishment, you will want to make sure what you are wearing is fitting to their dress code.

Currently, Disney World is celebrating its 50th anniversary, so a special celebration menu is being served at this restaurant. It is a 3-course meal that includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert. Choose from a variety of high-class options like sushi or bisque, paired with handcrafted pasta, and finish off with an indulgent dessert, like a chocolate torte.

The drink menu includes an extensive variety of dessert wines, port, sherry, and madeira, as well as cognac, whiskey, bourbon, rye, wine, sake, beer, and signature cocktails. California Grill is open daily from 5 pm to 10 pm.

Address: 4600 World Drive

California Grill

California Grill/ Flickr

11. AC Skybar

Another great rooftop bar to check out is AC Skybar at AC Hotel by Marriot in downtown Orlando. Located on the 18th floor, the rooftop bar provides incredible views of downtown Orlando and the surrounding area. While this is not a fine dining establishment like California Grill, you will want to make sure you follow their dress code to be allowed in, which does not permit beachwear or torn or holey clothing.

AC Skybar does not take reservations and will welcome you on a first-come, first-served basis, aside from their Sunday Brunch, which does require an advanced reservation.

On the menu, you will find delicious European-inspired meals and tapas, from flatbread to salads to small plates. If you have brought your appetite, check out their burgers, served with roasted potatoes. They also have dessert options like churros, flan, or chocolate cake.

The drink menu at AC Skybar includes a variety of Spanish-inspired signature cocktails, beer, seltzer, wine, port, and sherry. They are open Sunday through Thursday till 10 pm, and Friday and Saturday till 11 pm.

Address: 333 S Garland Avenue

AC Skybar Best Rooftop Bars in Orlando

AC Skybar/ Facebook

12. Eleven at Reunion Resort

Eleven is an upscale bar and tapas restaurant. It is located on the 11th floor of Reunion Resort, close to many of the Orlando theme parks, and provides scenic views of the surrounding area. Take in the Central Florida sunset, or if you time it right, enjoy one of the theme park firework shows.

The venue provides nightly entertainment in the form of live music. No reservations are needed to visit Eleven.

Eleven is revered for their tasty, upscale selections of food. Their menu includes a large selection of shareable dips like feta, hummus, queso, or guac – or you can mix and match!

They also have crudos, a variety of tapas options, charcuterie, flatbreads, and delicious desserts like Cinnamon Bread Pudding. Their drink menu includes a great selection of craft cocktails and wines, as well as flights of tequila, mules, and wine. They are open Wednesday through Saturday from 5 pm to 10 pm.

Address: 7593 Gathering Drive

Eleven at Reunion Resort

Eleven at Reunion Resort/ Facebook

13. Paddlefish in Disney Springs

If you are looking for the unique opportunity to board a steamboat that is also a restaurant, look no further than Paddlefish! Paddlefish is a fine dining option located in Disney Springs, a premier shopping, dining, and entertainment experience located within Walt Disney World Resort. From their rooftop, you will have spectacular views of Disney Springs and the gorgeous lakefront. Advanced reservations are highly recommended to visit Paddlefish.

Their menu provides a culinary experience with lots of different options. Paddlefish is known for its incredible, fresh selection of seafood.

They have carefully crafted starters like crab cakes and fried green tomatoes, soups, salads, and an indulgent selection of steamed, chilled, and raw seafood like shrimp, lobster, poke, and ceviche. If you aren’t crazy about seafood, check out their steaks, burgers, or pasta.

Their desserts include tasty cheesecake, chocolate cake, and key lime pie. Their drink menu has a selection of drafts, craft beers, wine, cocktails, and various flights. Paddlefish is open daily for both lunch and dinner. Lunch is served from 12 pm to 4 pm, and dinner is served from 4 pm to 11 pm.

Address: 1670 Buena Vista Drive

Paddlefish in Disney Springs

Paddlefish in Disney Springs/ Flickr

14. Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar

The Coca-Cola Rooftop Beverage Bar is a unique place to get a soda while visiting Disney World. Like Paddlefish, the Coca-Cola Store is located in Disney Springs.

The rooftop bar provides a lovely view of the surrounding shops and lakefront.  The store below sells a great selection of Coca-Cola branded souvenirs and the rooftop bar offers a wide variety of Coca-Cola beverages. No reservations are required to enter the rooftop bar.

The drink menu at the rooftop bar has an expansive selection of Coca-Cola options. You can order a classic fountain beverage, or you can jazz it up with an extra flavor. There are tons to choose from, including popular options like cherry and vanilla, and lesser-known ones like kiwi mango, blue raspberry, pineapple, or strawberry.

They also sell coke by the can or bottle. An adventurous option is to order from their Tastes of the World selection, which are trays of six to sixteen samplings of different sparkling and still beverages. They also have mocktails, cocktails, and a small snack menu that includes pretzels and nachos. The lounge is open daily from 12 pm to 9 pm.

Address: 1512 E Buena Vista Drive

Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar

Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar/ Flickr

15. Dahlia Lounge

Dahlia Lounge is a rooftop bar located on the 16th floor of Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. The lounge’s décor is inspired by Spanish modernism and surrealism, keeping in theme by the rest of the Coronado Springs Resort.

The rooftop provides great views of Disney’s Epcot and Hollywood Studios parks. The atmosphere is calm at night because the lounge is in the Animal Kingdom resort area, which tends to close earlier than the other Disney parks, meaning there is less noise and bustle than busier parts of Disney property.

The drink menu at Dahlia Lounge includes specialty cocktails, hot beverages with alcohol, sherry, wine, and beer. Many drinks are fitting of the lounge’s Spanish influence. When it comes to food, that is where this lounge really shines.

There is a tapas menu of delicious options like tortilla Espanola, croquettes, Spanish charcuterie, artisanal cheeses, and more. Dahlia Lounge is typically open from 5 pm to 12 am. If you find yourself in the Disney area, it is definitely a place to consider checking out!

Address: 1000 W Buena Vista Drive

Dahlia Lounge

Dahlia Lounge/ Flickr

16. STK Steakhouse

STK Steakhouse is an upscale restaurant with amazing service and a lovely rooftop terrace. Located in Disney Springs, STK is known for its delicious fine dining and loud, pumping, club atmosphere.

A DJ can often be found spinning tunes there. The rooftop terrace overlooks the surrounding area of The Landing, a centrally located section of Disney Springs. Advanced reservations are recommended.

The menu includes a great selection of salads and starters, as well as a wide variety of steaks, like filets, strips, and dry-aged.

Or, you can order from their raw bar, shellfish platter, surf & turf, or other signature entrees. They have delicious sides to choose from, like creamy mac and cheese, sweet corn pudding, and parmesan truffle fries. Wrap up your meal with a rich dessert such as donuts, cake, or pie.

The drink menu includes a variety of cocktails, wine, and beer. STK Steakhouse is open for dinner Sunday through Thursday from 3 pm to 10:45 pm, and Friday and Saturday from 3 pm to 11:15 pm.

Address: 1580 E Buena Vista Drive

STK-Steakhouse

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