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Best Rooftop Bars and Restaurants in Rome
Written by: Kate Zusmann
Rome has plenty of rooftop bars and restaurants for romantic dates, special events, or regular evenings with dinner or a drink. Moreover, terraces in the eternal city offer you a fantastic overlooking many monuments such as the Colosseum, Saint Peter’s Basilica, and many other views.
Likewise, prices in such places are higher than in any regular restaurant. Still, undoubtedly, you will enjoy the evening with the view of the breathtaking sunset of the Eternal City while sipping a cocktail.
ARoma
At Michelin-starred AROMA at Palazzo Manfredi, quintessential Rome is reflected in a menu of classic Italian dishes on a picturesque outdoor terrace offering an unparalleled Colosseum view.
This rooftop restaurant is an ideal option for a romantic dinner. Roman-born Chef Di Lorio has been Aroma’s head chef since it opened in 2010. Since then, he has developed a menu that marries his mastery of traditional Italian cooking with his flair for fresh ingredients and ideas.
- Website: www.aromarestaurant.it
- Address: Via Labicana, 125 – 00184 Rome
- The average bill for two persons: 60-100 euro
- Working hours: 12.30 to 3 pm; 7 to 11 pm
Terrazza Caffarelli
The rooftop bar is near the entrance to the Capitoline Museums at Piazzale Caffarelli. It has a breathtaking view and is an excellent spot to spend a couple of hours on a sunny day. If you meet a museum guard on your way, explain that you would like to go to the bar, and they will help you reach an elevator. This is a fantastic option to have a drink, coffee, or enjoy the view.
- Address: Piazzale Caffarelli, 4
- The average bill for two: 10-20 euro
- Working hours: 9.30 am to 7 pm
- Phone: (+39) 06 6919 0564
Bramante Terrace
Bramante Terrace is an excellent choice to visit during days with good weather. At first, this place has one of the most breathtaking views in Rome. Secondly, Raphael Hotel created a menu with creative, bio, and vegetarian cuisine with seasonal products.
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The philosophy of the rooftop restaurant is to care about allergies or food intolerances of their guests and meld together unusual ingredients, showing visitors unique food harmonies. Additionally, the dishes of Bramante Terrace have been conceived by Pietro Leemann, founder of Joia Restaurant in Milan, and Chef Ettore Moliteo.
- The average bill for two people: is 60 euros from a regular menu (you can also order a tasting menu which starts from 80 euro per person)
- Working hours: Bar: Open daily, 11 am-11 pm; Restaurant: 12 am-2.30 pm, 7 pm-10 pm
- Address: Largo Febo, 2 (Piazza Navona)
- Phone: (+39) 06 682831
- Website: www.raphaelhotel.com
- Link to the menu
Restaurant Sette
Restaurant Sette offers fresh seafood and gourmet pasta main courses. You can choose from a wide selection of wines and desserts with dishes from Italian cuisine. Moreover, the rooftop restaurant is perfect for a romantic date or business dinner.
- The average bill for two people: Starts from 70 euro
- Working hours: Lunch: 12 pm – 3 pm (Daily); Dinner: 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm (Daily)
- Address: The Radisson Blu Hotel, Via Filippo Turati, 171, Esquilino – Termini, Roma 00185
- Phone: (+39) 06 444 843 48
La Terrasse Cuisine & Lounge
You can admire a breathtaking view from the terrace of the restaurant “La Terrasse Cuisine & Lounge,” located on the seventh floor of the Sofitel Hotel, a few steps from Via Veneto. Usually, there are a lot of events organized by international brands. However, this restaurant’s attentive and professional service and a wide selection of wines feature.
Moreover, the chef Giuseppe D’Alessio has structured a varied culinary offer, which includes four menus: dedicated to children, vegetarians, a menu with gourmet dishes, and “without salt.”
- The average bill for two people: is 70 euros.
- Working hours: Lunch: 12 pm – 3 pm (Daily); Dinner: 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm (Daily)
- Address: Via Lombardia, 47, 00187 Roma RM
- Phone: (+39) 06 47 80 22 999
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/LaTerrasseCuisineLounge/
Les Etoiles
On the top floor of the Hotel Atlante Star is the restaurant Les Etoiles with an open-air panoramic of Vatican City and its surroundings. The rooftop restaurant offers traditional Italian cuisine with some international specialties. Moreover, there is a wide selection of the best Italian regional wines. This place is ideal for the evening with a cocktail in good company, like any special event like a wedding or birthday celebration.
- The average bill for two people: from 50 euro
- Working hours: Les Etoiles Rooftop Cocktail Bar: open daily, 10 am-1 am; Restaurant: 7.30 pm-10.30 pm
- Address: Via Giovanni Vitelleschi, 34, 00193 Rome, Italy
- Phone: (+39) 06 686386; (+36) 06 6872361
- Website: www.atlantehotels.com
The First Luxury Art Hotel Roma
Located on the sixth floor, the rooftop bar with a two-level terrace offers a 360-degree view of Rome and is the perfect place to overlook a Roman sunset. In addition, you can order one of the cocktails for a price of 15 to 20 euros or a glass of wine for 12 euros. Moreover, the rooftop is open to guests all year. Also, you are welcome to visit the First Luxury Art Hotel terrace for an aperitif (from 7 pm to 12 am) or dinner.
- The average bill for two people: from 50 euro
- Working hours: Mon-Sun 10 am-midnight
- Address: Via del Vantaggio, 14 – 00186 Roma
- Phone: (+39) 06 45617070
- Link to the menu
- Link to the cocktail menu
Circus 47
The rooftop restaurant Circus 47, located in Forty Seven Hotel in Piazza Venezia, offers the best Mediterranean cuisine delicacies. Moreover, it is a great place to spend the evening with your second half or celebrate any event in the company of the closest people. The rooftop restaurant works during the warmest months of Rome and is waiting for you for lunch and dinner!
Note: Reservations required
- The average bill for two people: is 60 euros.
- Working hours: Circus Roof Garden Restaurant: 12.30 am- 3.30 pm; 7 pm-10.30 pm; Bar: 12.30 pm-12 am
- Address: Via Luigi Petroselli, 47 (Piazza Venezia), Roma
- Phone: (+39) 06 6787816
Hotel Forum Rooftop
The four stars Hotel Forum has a terrace full of greenery on the top floor, which is mainly famous as the place for the perfect romantic date. Moreover, the restaurant has a beautiful view of the Colosseum and three Roman Forums. It is worth mentioning the variety of dishes that Hotel Forum Rooftop offers its guests, where each can find something that matches his tastes.
- The average bill for two people: from 60 euro
- Working hours: Sun-Sat 7 pm – 11 pm
- Address: Via Tor de’ Conti, 25-30, 00184 Roma, Italia
- Phone: (+39) 06 67 92 446
- Website: www.ristoranteroofgardenforum.it/
- Link to the menu
La Terrazza del Cesari
La Terrazza del Cesari is the rooftop bar in the center of Rome with an elegant atmosphere and exclusive service. Here, you can taste unique cocktails while watching the sunset of the eternal city. Moreover, to see the magnificent panorama, you must go up to the sixth floor of the 9 Hotel Cesari. The rooftop restaurant & bar are perfectly fit for any event, whether lunch or dinner, relaxation alone, or a romantic date.
- The average bill for two people: 30 euro
- Working hours: open daily from 6 pm to 12.40 am
- Address: Via di Pietra 89/A – 00186 Roma
- Phone: (+39) 06 6749701
- Website: www.9-hotel-cesari-rome.it
La Terrazza Dei Papi
The Roof Garden of Mecenate Palace Hotel offers a beautiful view of the Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore and the panoramic view of Rome. Importantly, this rooftop restaurant & bar is perfect for romantic candlelit dinners, evenings with friends and cocktails, and any parties or celebrations such as birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, business brunch, and others. Moreover, you can order the Mediterranean and interregional cuisine specialties from the menu.
- The average bill for two people: from 70 euro
- Working hours: Roof Garden Restaurant: 6.30 pm -11 pm; Sky Bar: 5 pm-12 am
- Address: Via Carlo Alberto, 3 (Termini)
- Phone: (+39) 06.44702024
- Website: www.mecenatepalace.com
Rooftop restaurants and bars are unique places in Rome because you can enjoy a view of monuments and historic corners of the eternal city while relaxing in good company. Have you ever been to a rooftop bar or restaurant?
