Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Miami

"Located on the 16th Floor of the Kimpton Epic Hotel, one of the best hotels in Miami, Area 31 is a popular happy hour spot with gorgeous views overlooking sparkling Miami waterways and downtown Miami. The food is locally sourced with a seafood-centric menu with a Mediterranean flavor. At the bar, you’ll find seasonal cocktails and an international wine list."

"On the 16th floor of the Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Area 31’s outdoor veranda is still a go-to spot for happy hour cocktails or a seafood-focused meal, boasting some of Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay views to boot. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Area 31 (@area31miami) on Apr 22, 2019 at 11:28am PDT"

"A post shared by Axel Amiez (@amiezaxel) on Sep 14, 2017 at 3:32pm PDT. High on top of the East Hotel is one the city’s best rooftop bars offering views far out across Biscayne Bay to the east and north to downtown. The Asian influence of Sugar is apparent through its decor as well as the Asian inspired drinks and food choices."

"When Sugar made its grand debut in the EAST, Miami at Brickell City Centre, crowds flocked to the Asian rooftop bar and garden for the breathtaking views and party-like vibe. 788 Brickell Plaza, Miami, 786.805.4655"

"Miami’s buzziest rooftop bar, located on the 40th floor of EAST hotel, rocks a menu of Asian-inspired cocktails and small plates and the best view in town. 788 Brickell Plaza #40Miami, FL 33131+1-786-805-4655"

"Just north of the South Beach fray, The Broken Shaker is a laid-back, outdoor lounge in a palm tree-lined courtyard with string lighting overhead and eclectic patio furniture. The creative cocktail menu changes constantly and features fresh fruit, vegetables, herbs and homemade syrups, infusions and bitters. Take the Dutch Kills cocktail, for example, which is made with Bombay Dry gin, star anise, fennel seed reduction, fresh citrus and pineapple juice."

"What was once a pop-up bar, The Broken Shaker is now a permanent fixture at the Freehand Miami. The James Beard Award-nominated bar is located in the high-end hostel on South Beach serving up a selection of handcrafted cocktails. The bar itself is..."

"Baccano is an intimate locally owned Italian café and wine bar located in the heart of Miami's booming Wynwood Art District. Formally known as Café Santa Miami, Baccano offers authentic wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizza, mouthwatering desserts, a unique selection of Italian wines and an assortment of local craft beer. Signature pizzas include Sausage and Friarielli (mozzarella cheese, sausage, broccoli), The Santa (bacon and egg), Sicily (smoked buffalo mozzarella and eggplant), and Vesuvius (mozzarella, ricotta, sauce, ham and eggplant)."

"This hip hotel, overlooking Miami Beach, is more than just a place to bed down. Set in a 15-storey tower at the northern end of the Art Deco district, the members-only property is made for mingling, with a library, screening room, rooftop pool, restaurant and bar where the local glitterati rub shoulders and make plans. There are just 50 bedrooms, which allow guests access to all the facilities including the famed Cowshed spa and not-to-be-missed tequila bar."

"The famed London private members’ club’s Miami Beach outpost is found just north of South Beach in lush oceanfront digs. There are many nooks and crannies accessible only to members and hotel guests, including a library, screening room and rooftop pool, bar and restaurant. Cowshed Spa feels like a spruced-up barn, with a sultry steam room and a salon reminiscent of an old-fashioned barbershop."

"The Miami outpost of this London private members' club is found just north of South Beach in lush oceanfront digs. The property is a magnet for celebrities and the local crowd, and boasts two pools, multiple restaurants, exclusive programming and the Cowshed spa."

"Escencia Spa Relaxation Room Courtesy of Escencia Spa. Inspired by nature and the ocean views, the Esencia Wellness Spa at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach takes a holistic approach to healing the body from the hot Miami sun—and the city’s party scene—by targeting anti-aging, after-sun care, and dry skin. Facilities at the 22,000-square-foot spa include a hydrotherapy circuit with whirlpools, plunge pools, saunas, and hydro-experience showers, as well as a relaxation lounge with sweeping ocean views."

"Hotel Phone: 305-358-3535 Five-star high rise hotel near Biscayne Bay in the upscale Brickell neighborhood. Among the great amenities here are two gorgeous outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and incredible on-site dining options that include a farm-to-table steakhouse, a garden terrace, and Latin-American-fusion poolside cuisine. This hotel is family-friendly with welcome treats and bespoke activities for kids, unlimited group fitness classes for the adults, and complimentary car service for all."

"This historic Surf Club on the Miami Beach has been renovated owing to the Four Seasons. The original Mediterranean Revival clubhouse has been restored and an additional 12-storey glass tower has been built. All these have made this luxury resort bring a little bit of the Old Florida charm back to Surfside."

"This could be Miami’s best pizza, according to locals who show up in droves. La Pizza piles their pies high with meats and veggies. Their crispy crust holds up to whatever your desires heap on it."

"Even in artsy Wynwood, it’s not uncommon to find a juicy cheeseburger, fries, and a Coke. (Try to find a more iconic trio. We’ll wait.) But at iBurger, you can take these classic bites up to gourmet levels. Don’t just get fries — get truffle fries."