About rooftops in Tampa
This guide presents 12 rooftop venues across Tampa, including locations such as Downtown, Hyde Park, and Tampa Heights. Featured establishments like Bulla Gastrobar Tampa, M.Bird, and Cane & Barrel Rooftop Bar offer a range of experiences. Most venues are in the $$ price tier. Google ratings vary, from 3.9 for Beacon Tampa Rooftop Lounge to 4.9 for Bulla Gastrobar Tampa, based on a range of review counts.
Common features include cocktails, wine, and beer, with many also providing outdoor seating, dinner options, and live music. Some venues, such as M.Bird and Armature Works, are noted for both group and romantic atmospheres, while others like EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge are categorised primarily for groups. Reservations are available at several locations.
Consult the detailed list below for specific features and ratings of each rooftop venue.
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12 rooftops
Midtown Tampa
Tampa · US
This Midtown Tampa location offers a bar and restaurant experience within a larger mixed-use development. The area provides convenient parking and a clean, walkable environment with numerous shops and dining options nearby. Visitors frequently note the positive atmosphere.
Bulla Gastrobar Tampa
Tampa · US · $$
Bulla Gastrobar Tampa on S Howard Ave provides a contemporary setting for Spanish and Catalan small plates. The menu features cocktails, wine, and beer alongside dinner service. This bar and restaurant venue accepts reservations and can accommodate groups. Visitor reviews frequently highlight the good food, drinks, and attentive service.
EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge
Tampa · US · $$
EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge is a bar on S Howard Ave with outdoor seating, offering cocktails, wine, and beer. The atmosphere is generally considered lively, with many noting the skyline views. Service and drink quality are often well-regarded. It is a suitable venue for groups.
Hotel Bar
Tampa · US · $$
Hotel Bar is located in Downtown Tampa, offering cocktails, wine, and beer. It features an old-school, cosmopolitan atmosphere with craft cocktails and bar bites. The venue is suitable for groups and is noted for its engaging staff and lively ambiance, especially during busy periods.
Armature Works
Tampa · US · $$
Armature Works in Tampa Heights offers a food court, bar, and lounge within a historic setting. This striking venue provides dinner, cocktails, wine, and beer, with outdoor seating available. Live music contributes to the atmosphere. It is a suitable choice for groups, with reservations accepted.
Vantage Rooftop Bar | The Karol Hotel
Tampa · US · $$
Vantage Rooftop Bar is located atop The Karol Hotel in Clearwater. It offers outdoor seating and serves cocktails, wine, and beer. The atmosphere is often described as lively, with live music frequently featured. Visitors commonly mention expansive views and attentive service.
M.Bird
Tampa · US
M.Bird is an upscale restaurant in Tampa Heights, located at 1903 Market Street. It offers outdoor seating with city and river views, noted as particularly appealing. The venue serves cocktails, wine, and beer, alongside dinner plates. Live music contributes to a lively atmosphere, with service often described as attentive.
Jimmy's Crows Nest
Tampa · US · $$
Jimmy's Crows Nest is a rooftop bar at Pier House 60 in Clearwater Beach. It features outdoor seating with panoramic water views. The menu includes cocktails, wine, and beer, alongside casual American fare such as sandwiches and smoked fish spread. This venue is suitable for groups and offers pleasant views, especially at sunset.
Beacon Tampa Rooftop Lounge
Tampa · US · $$
Beacon Tampa Rooftop Lounge is a restaurant located at 510 Water St. It offers dinner service, cocktails, wine, and beer, with live music available. Guests can enjoy outdoor seating, and reservations are accepted, including for groups. Visitors often comment on the pleasant atmosphere and views, noting a generally relaxed vibe.
Cane & Barrel Rooftop Bar
Tampa · US · $$
Cane & Barrel Rooftop Bar in St. Petersburg offers outdoor seating, serving dinner alongside cocktails, wine, and beer. Live music is often available. Reservations are accepted, and the venue can accommodate groups. Visitors frequently comment positively on the service and the atmosphere.