Best English Rooftop Bars in the world

Aqua shard serves contemporary British cuisine and innovative cocktails with a stylish cosmopolitan interior, located on level 31 of The Shard. The menus offer fine British produce from carefully sourced local suppliers which is beautifully prepared using innovative techniques. Guests can enjoy breakfast, weekday lunch, weekend brunch, afternoon tea, and dinner or drop in for cocktails in the bar with stunning panoramic views of the city below.

Radio Rooftop is one of London’s most iconic venues situated on the 10th Floor of ME London, with striking views across the River Thames and London’s impressive skyline. From sunrise to sunset guests can enjoy the changing views of the capital stretching from the Shard and St Paul’s downstream, to the London Eye and Big Ben in the west. Start the day with breakfast and a view to remember. The perfect setting for a casual lunch with family and friends or to impress business clients in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Experience the seasonal, locally sourced menu especially of European and International cuisines curated by our Chef.

Perched high above the capital with enviable views out over the City, London's hottest destination rooftop restaurant, bar, and terrace, Aviary Restaurant has come home to roost. Aviary is an ornithological paradise soaring above London's busy streets that will have cocktail connoisseurs, City launchers, and evening pleasure-seekers flocking serving delicious European cuisine.

Just a short walk from Piccadilly Circus, in the heart of Soho, you find the stylish Aqua Spirit rooftop bar. Aqua Spirit serves a great selection of signature and classic cocktails, as well as a fine selection of champagne and wine. The bar menu combined with tastes from the restaurants makes this one of the best rooftop bars in London. Visit for a sunny lunch, a free-flowing weekend brunch, or after-work cocktails with a view. The terrace bars at Aqua Spirit mainly work on a first-come, first-served basis and is in full operation when the weather allows. But it is partially covered and heated, and covered seating is otherwise always close by. The dress code at Aqua Spirit is smart casual. Smart shorts are allowed on the warmer days, but leave the sportswear at home.

TĪNG Restaurant is located in Shangri-la Hotel, At The Shard on Level 35, the restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and presents a modern British menu, whilst incorporating some of Shangri-La’s signature Asian dishes. The dishes are cooked using locally-sourced ingredients and served within a contemporary setting of Chinoiserie design. Served in theatrical elegance, the afternoon tea celebrates the best of British classics and features a fine selection of delicious finger sandwiches, handcrafted desserts, and freshly baked scones.

Jin Bo Law is the newest rooftop bar in the City of London located right on the the14th floor of Dorsett City Hotel in Aldgate and with the breathtaking views of London's most iconic skyline. Explore the rooftop terrace and cast your eyes upon the fantastic views of Tower Bridge, the Shard, the Walkie Talkie, the Gherkin, and more. The interior design offers a sleek and contemporary finish with small touches of yellow and a contrasting dark marble floor blending nicely with an Asian-inspired bar.

Tobacco Dock delivers an exceptional customer experience that inspires the world’s leading brands and organizations and their agencies to create their most compelling, memorable, and effective events. The venue offers the convenience of flexible, high specification spaces within a historically rich atmosphere. Tobacco Dock is located in the heart of East London’s thriving enterprise zone, within striking distance of Central London and straightforward to reach by public transport. Tobacco Dock has a team as unique as the spaces, who strive to deliver an exceptional customer experience that inspires the world’s leading brands and organizations to create their most compelling, memorable events.

Formerly an empty rooftop car park, Roof East is an open-air urban haven for those seeking great food, a classic film, or simply enjoy a Meantime Beer or ice-cold cocktail whilst watching the sunset over the city and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Located in the heart of Stratford, opposite Stratford International Station and Westfield Shopping Centre, the park will play host a wide variety of cultural events from plays to dance performances as well as family activities during the school holidays.

Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar, and Brasserie sit on the top floor of the iconic OXOTower. Offering guests the choice of three unique destinations, each with its own charm and beautiful outdoor terrace. The OXO Tower Restaurant provides a relaxed dining experience, showcasing a seasonally varied menu using great British produce. Combining their acclaimed wine list and views of the City of London, this is the perfect place for any occasion. The restaurant offers dishes for vegans and vegetarians and also gluten-free specialties for celiacs.

In the Peckham area, you will find this simple but wonderful rooftop bar in London. 'Simple' could be translated into Frank's Cafe putting the urban in urban. Located on top of an old car park, the rooftop bar has since 2009 been providing drinks and vibes with a view every summer. It belongs to Bold Tendencies, a not-for-profit creative enterprise, and arts organization. Popular among the younger crowd, the queues at Frank's often winds long. Both into the bar and to get a table. And reservations are not possible, so to get a good spot you just have to be in good time. Open during the summer season, the atmosphere is lively, the view awesome, and the prices very human. Here you can enjoy classic cocktails, draught beers, and a range of wines, as well as brunch, lunch, and dinner, all made to order on-site with a focus on simplicity and seasonality. Frank's Cafe is open for all, including children and dogs. The best time to visit with these companions is probably for a rooftop brunch, served every weekend.

Set 300 feet above sea level on the 34th floor of the West Tower, Panoramic 34 is one of the UK’s highest restaurants, located in Liverpool. This celebrated fine dining restaurant is encapsulated by ceiling to floor windows offering breathtaking 360° views of the iconic river, city, and region beyond. Having truly escaped the bustle of the city streets, guests are welcomed by the enveloping, sensuous comfort of the bar area, the ideal place to unwind and sample the well-stocked bar or peruse the extensive wine list.

An exciting addition to Liverpool’s restaurant scene and the second restaurant and bar for Mamasan, this new three-floor, ultra-chic experiential dining concept features striking interiors, DJs, a vibrant culinary offering, and an expansive urban-garden roof terrace. Mamasan’s spirit flows throughout the space, from a floating floral adorned staircase that spans the building to a unique, high-caliber sound system that’s inspired by Japanese listening bars. Find Mamasan Liverpool in the heart of the city, at Liverpool ONE.

The Restaurant at 20 Stories brings warmth and authenticity not only to its menus, but also through its interiors which take inspiration from nature and modern glamorous elements to create a truly unique experience. The restaurant menus are Modern British and celebrate local produce. 20 Stories is the place to celebrate any occasion, or just let your hair down and enjoy great food, wine and unique cocktails. 20 Stories is a Rooftop restaurant, Grill, Cocktail Bar and Terrace with modern British menus, in Manchester.

Soar to new heights in our exclusive city center bar on the 23rd floor of the legendary Beetham Tower. Overlooking the iconic cityscape, take a seat by our floor-to-ceiling windows and revel in an afternoon or evening of indulgence and elegance. From opulent interiors to innovative drinks, afternoon tea and food menus, Cloud 23 is an experience you will never forget. Set in the sky, Cloud 23’s Cocktail Masterclass is the perfect ice breaker for a team building event, social occasion or simply, if you adore cocktails! Become a food and cocktail connoisseur with our exclusive Zacapa Experience and learn the techniques involved in appreciating and pairing complementary flavours.

Take your perch in The Nest, our rooftop bar with unparalleled 360-degree views of London. Settle into the indoor lounge filled with green foliage and natural materials—where DJs spin the decks from their treehouse ‘fort’—or cozy up on the outdoor wraparound terrace decked with loungers. The menu features playful, market-driven cocktails and bar bites that draw inspiration from the tree and showcase local ingredients and a curated selection of wine and beer. The Nest is where happy memories are evoked and new ones take flight.

London’s highest rooftop brasserie overlooking the Thames on Level 36 of Skygarden. Darwin is a lively all-day dining location inspired by the very best of British.