The 7 Best Rooftop Bars & Restaurants in Charlotte

Looking for drinks and appetizers with the best views of Charlotte? We got you covered! We’ve done some extensive research on all the different rooftop bars and restaurants in Charlotte, North Carolina.

We’re dissecting the top rooftop bars and restaurants in Charlotte that vary from super-high class to your new favorite townie bar! Let’s dive right in.

1. Merchant & Trade

Located in the heart of Charlotte, this rooftop bar and restaurant is a great option if you want an unforgettable night out.

This bar and restaurant has a pretty strict dress code that gives it a high-class atmosphere – they won’t let you in if you’re wearing flip-flops or casual clothing such as jeans, tank tops, sweatshirts, etc. Crazy right?

Why We Like It

We love Merchant & Trade when we feel like we want to be fancy for a night. Whether it’s a date night, a night to celebrate something, or just a fun night out with friends, we love getting dressed up and heading here.

The indoor/outdoor space makes it feel like you’re somewhere tropical and luxurious. The vibe in this rooftop bar is just unlike any other!

2. The Peculiar Rabbit

This rooftop bar and restaurant is a great place to go, have a couple of drinks, some appetizers, and watch the sunset from high-up. This bar typically has live music which is a fan favorite.

The menu features traditional English-style dishes with a twist of southern ingredients. They say watching the sunset at this restaurant is “fit for a queen”, a clever play on their English-inspired menu.

Why We Like It

The Peculiar Rabbit is a more casual vibe than Merchant & Trade. So if you’re looking for a casual lunch or dinner, this is the place for you. We love watching the sunset from the rooftop, with a good drink in hand and good food in our stomachs.

The location is good, right in the vibrant Plaza Midwood area, drinks are good, food is good, everything is good! The Peculiar Rabbit is a great place to get some brunch and see the great city of Charlotte.

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3. Fahrenheit

If you’re from the Charlotte area, then you most likely know this rooftop bar and restaurant as “the place you’re most likely to see a proposal”.

This rooftop bar and restaurant was built in 2014 above the Uptown’s Skye Condos. This rooftop gives you 360-degree views of the beautiful city of Charlotte. Get yourself a delicious craft cocktail, food from the city famous chef, Rocco Whalen, and enjoy the view.

Why We Like It

This is one of the best views you’ll see in all of Charlotte. If you don’t like their menu (which we find hard to believe you would), you need to go here just for the view! You are 21 stories up and get to see the entire city. The food though… chef’s kiss!

This rooftop restaurant is full-service and features floor-to-ceiling windows all around – another reason the view is so beautiful. If you decide to check this place out, you’ll most likely see a wedding proposal, it’s the perfect, Instagram-worthy spot to propose!

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4. Whiskey Warehouse

This is a tree-house-style rooftop bar and restaurant in the heart of Plaza Midwood. Enjoy Tennessee Whiskey under the Carolina sky! Another great place to get a full view of the city of Charlotte.

This is another fan favorite to locals and visitors looking for a rooftop bar and restaurant experience. They’re known for their whiskey-focused drink menu and if you want to enjoy some Tennessee whiskey, this is the place to do it!

Why We Like It

Did we mention Tennessee Whiskey? Well, that’s why we love it!

Their drink menu is amazing if you’re a whiskey drinker. Who doesn’t love a good glass of whiskey while having a 360-degree view of the city of Charlotte? We know we do!

5. Rooftop 210

If you’re in the Charlotte area and looking for a show… take a visit to Rooftop 210! This rooftop bar and restaurant hosts all kinds of events, ranging from live concerts to high-class fashion shows.

You never know what you’re going to see on any given night at Rooftop 210, and that’s why it’s one of the best rooftop bars and restaurants in Charlotte!

Why We Like it

We love Rooftop 210 simply because you never know what you’re going to see here on any given night.

If you’re looking for something fun and different to do while in Charlotte, heading to Rooftop 210 is your best bet for some interesting entertainment.

6. Graham St. Pub & Patio

Featuring a lot of modern-day décor and vibes, Graham St. Pub & Patio is a great hangout spot in the Charlotte area. This rooftop bar and restaurant has become the go-to place for sports fans, simply because it sits right between the BB&T Ballpark and the Bank of America Stadium.

This is a great place to get some food and drinks before a game, and to hang out with friends after.

Why We Like It

We love how casual this rooftop bar and restaurant is. It’s decorated beautifully and the vibe when you’re here is unbeatable. Super chill and casual, but a great place to meet up with friends, and maybe head to a sports game after.

7. Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo

Located on the top floor of the AC Hotel & Residence Inn Charlotte City Center, this place is the highest rooftop bar in Queen City. It features a u-shaped bar that steals the show of this bar.

The food is amazing and most importantly, the drinks are amazing!

Why We Like It

This is one of our favorite rooftop bars in Charlotte because of how high up you are, and the view. The view is breathtaking and unlike any other. The drinks are well crafted, and the food pairs perfectly with any drink!

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If you’re ever in the Charlotte area, you need to check out these rooftop bars and restaurants! They are the best places to eat and drink in the city of Charlotte, and you won’t be disappointed by any of them!

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