The 10 Best Rooftop Bars in Los Angeles (2026)

Updated October 2026 · 10 picks

The best rooftop bars in Los Angeles in 2026 are Spire 73 on the 73rd floor of the InterContinental, Perch in Downtown, Élephante in Santa Monica, Calabra at Santa Monica Proper and Harriet's on the Sunset Strip. Other good options include Kassi in Venice, Broken Shaker at the Freehand and Terra at Eataly in Century City. Book ahead for sunset.

LA rooftops split into three types: tall Downtown towers with skyline views, Sunset Strip hotel decks, and Westside rooftops with a view of the ocean. This list covers all three, and each venue was checked against its own website or a recent listing, since several well-known LA rooftops have closed in recent years, including Mama Shelter in Hollywood and Upstairs at the Ace Hotel Downtown.

Sunset is the best time and the hardest to book, so reserve ahead for Thursday to Saturday. For where to stay near these bars, see our best hotels in Los Angeles, and for a daytime plan, the best attractions.

1. Spire 73 — Downtown, Downtown LA

Open-air bar on the 73rd floor of the InterContinental in Downtown LA.

$$$ Upmarket

Spire 73 sits on the 73rd floor of the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, in the same tower as the hotel. It is an open-air bar with a skyline view that stretches across the city on a clear day.

It is the pick for height and drama rather than a casual hang. Expect a smart-casual crowd and a higher drink price than most LA rooftops.

Good to know: Reserve online and arrive before sunset. The IHG listing shows hours of 4pm-10pm Sunday to Thursday and 4pm-11pm Friday and Saturday, but confirm before you go.

900 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017

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2. Perch — Downtown, Downtown LA

Longtime Pershing Square rooftop with two terrace levels and skyline views.

$$$ Upmarket

Perch sits at the top of a building on Hill Street, overlooking Pershing Square. It is a rooftop restaurant and bar that serves brunch, lunch and dinner, and the 16th-floor rooftop has live music and DJs.

It is the most reliable all-around Downtown rooftop: easy to get to by Metro, with food that makes it work as a full evening, and a weekend brunch.

Good to know: Happy hour runs 4-6pm Monday to Thursday and 3-6pm Friday. VIP tables are non-refundable, so read the booking terms.

448 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

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3. Élephante — Santa Monica

Coastal Italian rooftop on Second Street in downtown Santa Monica.

$$$ Upmarket

Élephante is a rooftop restaurant and bar on 2nd Street in downtown Santa Monica serving coastal Italian food and cocktails. It is open from morning to late night, so you can come for brunch or an after-dinner drink.

It is busy almost every night, and the best tables are outdoors on the rooftop.

Good to know: Book a sunset table through the restaurant's reservation page, and expect a crowd on weekends.

1332 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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4. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper — Santa Monica

Hotel rooftop restaurant and bar beside a rooftop pool, with ocean views.

$$$ Upmarket

Calabra is the rooftop restaurant and bar at Santa Monica Proper Hotel. It serves Mediterranean-leaning food and cocktails beside the hotel's rooftop pool, with views toward the ocean.

It works well for a late lunch or an early sunset drink before dinner in downtown Santa Monica.

Good to know: Book through the Proper Hotel site or OpenTable, and check seasonal hours, which have varied by summer and winter.

700 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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5. Harriet's Rooftop — West Hollywood

The 1 Hotel's Sunset Strip rooftop, with city views and craft cocktails.

$$$ Upmarket

Harriet's is on the rooftop of the 1 Hotel West Hollywood on the Sunset Strip. The site calls it "Revelry with a view," and it has a classic-leaning cocktail list with panoramic city views.

It is a good sunset stop before dinner on the Strip and has a happy hour on weekday evenings.

Good to know: Happy hour runs Tuesday to Thursday, 5-7pm. Reserve via OpenTable, and note Saturday hours run until 2am.

8490 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

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6. Kassi Rooftop at Hotel Erwin — Venice

Venice Beach rooftop above the boardwalk with Greek-leaning menu and ocean views.

$$$ Upmarket

Kassi is the rooftop bar at Hotel Erwin, a short walk from the Venice Boardwalk and the ocean. Restaurants and bars at the hotel are open to the public as well as hotel guests.

It is a good place to end a Venice beach day with a drink and a view of the sunset.

Good to know: Hours vary by season and day; confirm on the Hotel Erwin site before heading over.

1697 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291

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7. Broken Shaker at Freehand Los Angeles — Downtown, Downtown LA

Cocktail bar on the Freehand rooftop pool deck, known for house-made elixirs.

$$ Mid-range

Broken Shaker is on the rooftop pool deck at Freehand Los Angeles in Downtown. It serves handcrafted cocktails made with house-made elixirs and small bites, and the venue lists daily hours from noon to midnight.

It is a relaxed, tropical-feeling rooftop, with a pool deck policy that differs for hotel guests and visitors.

Good to know: Non-hotel guests have a minimum spend per person on the pool deck, per the official page, and seating is time-limited. Happy hour runs 4-7pm daily.

416 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014

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8. Terra at Eataly Los Angeles — Century City, Westside

Rooftop restaurant above Eataly with a wood-burning grill and Hollywood Hills views.

$$$ Upmarket

Terra is the rooftop restaurant on the third floor of Eataly Los Angeles in Century City, with a wood-burning Italian grill and views toward the Hollywood Hills. It works as a full dinner rather than a quick drink.

Reservations are recommended, and it is best on a clear evening.

Good to know: Check current hours on the Eataly site, as lunch and dinner times differ by day.

10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067

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9. The Rooftop at Chamberlain West Hollywood — West Hollywood

A heated rooftop pool and terrace with a bar serving food from The Fitting Room.

$$$ Upmarket

The Rooftop at Chamberlain West Hollywood has a heated pool open year-round, lounge seating, cabanas and a bar on the deck. The bar serves food from The Fitting Room, plus juices and cocktails.

The bar runs seasonally, so check what is operating on the day you want to go.

Good to know: Cabanas are bookable ahead in spring and summer and first come, first served in winter. Confirm public access before arriving.

1000 Westmount Dr, West Hollywood, CA 90069

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10. ÜCA Terraza at The Delphi — Downtown, Downtown LA

Latin-inspired rooftop at The Delphi Hotel, with agave cocktails and skyline views.

$$$ Upmarket

ÜCA Terraza is the rooftop at The Delphi Hotel in Downtown, the former Standard. It serves Latin-inspired shared plates and an agave-focused cocktail list, with a Tulum-inspired look and skyline views.

The hotel is carrying out a room refresh through January 31, 2027, which applies to the guest rooms, not the rooftop.

Good to know: Call or check the hotel before visiting, since the rooftop's current hours are not listed in the sources checked.

550 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best rooftop bar in Los Angeles?

Spire 73, on the 73rd floor of the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, is the best pick for pure height and skyline views. Perch is the best all-round Downtown option, and Calabra or Élephante are the top choices for ocean views in Santa Monica.

Do LA rooftop bars take reservations?

Most do. Spire 73 and Élephante take bookings through their official listings, Perch has an online reservation page, and Harriet's and Broken Shaker take reservations through OpenTable. Book ahead for Friday and Saturday nights and for sunset.

What is the best rooftop bar with a view of the Hollywood Hills?

Terra at Eataly in Century City looks toward the Hollywood Hills, and Harriet's on the Sunset Strip gives panoramic city views. Both are better in clear weather, so check conditions before you go.

Are there rooftop bars with pools in LA?

Yes. Broken Shaker sits on the rooftop pool deck at Freehand Los Angeles, and Calabra is next to the Santa Monica Proper rooftop pool. The Rooftop at Chamberlain West Hollywood has a heated pool open year-round. Pool areas often have minimum spends or hotel-guest rules.

Is there a dress code at LA rooftop bars?

It varies. Most are casual to smart casual, and tower venues such as Spire 73 typically expect neater dress than beachside decks. Check each venue's website before you go, especially for weekends.

Which LA rooftop bars have closed recently?

Mama Shelter in Hollywood and Upstairs at the Ace Hotel Downtown are among the rooftops that have closed. Always confirm a bar's hours before heading out, as the LA rooftop scene changes quickly.

1. Spire 73 — Downtown, Downtown LA

2. Perch — Downtown, Downtown LA

3. Élephante — Santa Monica

4. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper — Santa Monica

5. Harriet's Rooftop — West Hollywood

6. Kassi Rooftop at Hotel Erwin — Venice

7. Broken Shaker at Freehand Los Angeles — Downtown, Downtown LA

8. Terra at Eataly Los Angeles — Century City, Westside

9. The Rooftop at Chamberlain West Hollywood — West Hollywood

10. ÜCA Terraza at The Delphi — Downtown, Downtown LA

Frequently asked questions

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