There is an abundance of rooftop bars in Melbourne where you can enjoy the view while sipping on a specially curated cocktail. Here are some of Melbourne’s classiest and trendiest rooftop bars.
Good Heavens
A rooftop bar located above the bustling Central Business District, Good Heavens have both beer and cocktails for you to enjoy. There is a range of ten beer taps with a list of beer by the bottles from Australia, New Zealand, US and even Europe. However, they are more well known for their cocktails, inspired by the 70s or the 80s. Cocktails at Good Heaven are known for their significant upgrade. For example, the rum for Pina Colada has been coconut-fat-washed. They are open from Monday to Friday from 4pm in the afternoon till late and on the weekends from 12pm to 1am.
The Rooftop at QT
Enjoy views of the city skyline at one of the trendiest rooftop bars in Melbourne. The Rooftop at QT is a new and modern bar located at the heart of the city. The bar is open till late 7 days a week, making it the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail after work or for a relaxing night out. You can enjoy curated cocktails such as the Rooftop G&T or just a standard cocktail with a touch of house-made tonic. This trendy bar does have a smart casual dress code so be sure to dress to impress to enjoy the night!
The Local Taphouse
This is an iconic rooftop bar for any beer lover. Voted the best beer bar in Australia in 2019, The Local Taphouse happens to have one of the best craft beer lists in the city. Be transported into an old gentleman’s club heavily inspired by European taverns. With regularly changing beer taps, don’t worry if you aren’t familiar with any of the beers. The staff are well versed with the beers and will talk you through the menu. The Local Taphouse is open from 12 noon till 1am daily so be sure to check out this spot when you are in the city!
Bomba
Located right in the middle of the CBD, this is a must-visit bar if you are a huge fan of Spanish food and drinks. A 2 story hideout, with the top being a rooftop bar and the first floor a tapas restaurant. They are well known for their spirits and wines that are brought in directly from Spain and they even have a Sangria on tap which is an added bonus! Enjoy the city views through the Lonsdale Street treetops and if you need a breather, check out a black and white Spanish film aired on the bar’s wall-mounted projector.
Loop Roof
Immerse yourself in an exotic garden setting while enjoying your drink in a watering can. Be it rain or shine, this garden rooftop bar is a must-visit to experience a true Australian bar. With specially curated spritzers and cocktails, chill out in one of the many lush beds while soaking in the laid-back atmosphere. This unique bar is open over the weekends from 3pm to 1am on Fridays, 5 pm to 1am on Saturdays and 12pm to 1am on Sundays.
Siglo
If you would like to enjoy a sophisticated late night out, Siglo is a bar that you have to check out. Enjoy views over Spring Street and the Parliament House while enjoying some classic cocktails, spirits, or Champagne. Siglo is open daily from 5pm to 3am where you can either sip on a Whisky Sour or smoke a Cohiba Siglo.
