Best French Rooftop Bars in the world

IDAM by Alain Ducasse celebrates high standards and sophistication, steeped in the Islamic golden age. Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery, as you sample contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with a twist of eclectic Arabian flavors. Your surroundings will also take you to new heights. Located on the top floor of the iconic Museum of Islamic Art, IDAM’s exquisite design was created by Phillipe Starck who has fused modernity with classicism to offer a dynamic atmosphere with Arabian touches. IDAM by Alain Ducasse presents a delicate seasonal menu of authentic creations. The standout signature dish – the tender camel, duck foie gras-black truffle, and soufflé potatoes – takes six days to prepare. Desserts range from the classic IDAM chocolate to a composition of seasonal berries and fruit. Our menu is always in perfect accordance with the architecture and the design. IDAM also offers Alain Ducasse’s celebrated Cookpot, which comprises seven lightly-spiced vegetables – a dish enjoyed at all Ducasse restaurants worldwide.

et against a backdrop of Victoria Harbour and Victoria Park, SKYE is designed for today’s global nomads. Sophisticated in décor, vibrant in ambiance, the 27th-floor restaurant and roofbar is a lifestyle destination offering distinctively creative cuisines and tantalizing bar experience. The vibrant space totals 8,000 sq ft that include an outside deck with an illuminated bar.

Perched high above the city with breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour, Restaurant Petrus revitalises the fine dining experience with a refreshing interpretation of contemporary French cuisine. Complementing the delightful dishes is the elegant décor of the main dining room, which also offers panoramic views of Hong Kong. The culinary mastery of our chefs and the quality of our food and wines are cornerstones of Restaurant Petrus’ distinctive success.

The clouds - Heaven’s Nest is located on the approximately 235m² roof terrace of the dancing towers. Cosy lounges and daybeds and a rooftop bar offer the opportunity to discover Hamburg from above when the weather is good. The panoramic view extends south over the Elbe, the Hamburg harbour, Spielbudenplatz, Reeperbahn and the Michel. You can spend wonderful hours here from spring to autumn with ice-cold drinks and delicious snacks from the cloud kitchen. The cosy daybeds with a view of Hamburg are ideal for smaller groups and private events. They are located in the rear, eastern part of the roof terrace and are a place of well-being a bit away from the hustle and bustle of the rooftop thanks to the calm passage and airy curtains.

Coq d'Argent serves classic French food in its spectacular rooftop setting at No.1 Poultry in the City of London. In addition to the main restaurant, the brasserie offers a less formal menu at lunchtime, while the outdoor terraces and gardens provide a verdant oasis in the heart of the Square Mile. Located in the heart of the city, Coq d’Argent is within close proximity to major attractions such as St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and the Southbank. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday & Brunch and dinner on Saturday.

The Crown Rooftop & Dining in Tirana, Albania, is an exquisite culinary destination that offers a unique blend of gastronomic delight and scenic beauty. Situated atop one of the city's elegant buildings, this rooftop restaurant and bar provides a stunning 360-degree view of Tirana's bustling streets and the distant rolling hills, making it a perfect spot for daytime and evening outings. The decor of The Crown is a testament to contemporary sophistication, with a touch of local flair. The interior is characterized by its sleek, modern furnishings, interspersed with traditional Albanian elements, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Large windows and an open-air terrace allow guests to fully immerse themselves in the breathtaking surroundings, whether enjoying a meal or a drink. The Crown's menu is a fusion of international cuisine and local flavours, offering dishes that cater to various tastes. Specializing in fresh, locally sourced ingredients, the chefs at The Crown create a range of delicious entrées, main courses, and desserts, each presented with artistic flair. The dining experience is elevated by an extensive selection of fine wines, artisanal cocktails, and premium spirits, carefully chosen to complement the flavours of the food.

At the top of the renowned Esther building, the restaurant offers an amazing view. The cuisine combines French bistro cuisine with a contemporary impression, characterized by diverse influences such as Brazilian and Asian, using organic and quality products.

Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles in the Pershing Square Building, Perch is a rooftop restaurant and lounge that offers a unique menu of French bistro-inspired dishes and drinks. Perch is an elevated resting place, a whimsical French-inspired rooftop bistro with unobstructed views of the downtown Los Angeles skyline and mountains in the distance, two outdoor fireplaces, and various fire pits, and both lounge and table seating. Enjoy classic French dishes with a twist from the menu for dinner, or sip beer, wine, or Parisian-inspired cocktails at any one of our three bars, including one on the 16th floor. We also offer a unique and elegant list of rare Cognacs, Armagnacs, Calvados, and French Cordials that many will be able to experience for the first time.

Ideally located, at the edge of the Embrun lake with a sumptuous view between water and mountains, the Rooftop welcomes you in its two spaces. Traditional and modern cuisine restaurant. Room service and terrace. Reservations and groups accepted. Le Bar, a place to relax with a panoramic terrace facing the Embrun lake. On the first level, the restaurant, a place of gastronomy offering a modern kitchen with an indoor room and an outdoor terrace to make the most of the summer breeze blowing over the Serre Ponçon lake. On the second level, the Bar, a place to relax with a panoramic terrace facing the lake, the ideal place to relax in this little natural setting 5 minutes from downtown Embrun.

Brasserie 65 Rooftop is located in the heart of the city of Nice. It is the ideal place to enjoy French and Mediterranean cuisine while enjoying a day alone on the terrace.

RK the Roof Kitchen is a restaurant with traditional French cuisine. Is located in the 13th arrondissement of Marseille, in the heart of the Château Gombert technology park. Taste the essentials of chef Franck Giovannai's cuisine. The RK presents you a refined cuisine that will accompany you on a trip from our beautiful Provence to Italy passing through Asia. RK works only with fresh and quality products.

Nestled on the 7th floor of the hotel, the Edmond restaurant offers fusion cuisine with flavors and techniques from several horizons. While respecting the seasonality and the locality of the products, Chef Santiago Guerrero and his teams work every day to create recipes mixing different French, Italian, South American, and Asian culinary techniques. An ideal address for a lunch with friends, a business dinner or to entertain a happy table at the Chef's counter. Settling in at Edmond's is to indulge in a gourmet experience in a chic and intimate setting while enjoying an exceptional view of the Parisian sky.

Offering iconic 360-degree views of Central Paris, our rooftop bar will plunge guests into a bubble of relaxation. During the day, the rooftop will shine in the sun where its greenery will thrive and a mix of sunny and shady spots are created for guests to enjoy some signature cocktails. In the afternoon, as the sun starts to set, white candles will dot the floor and tables, creating an intimate and glamorous atmosphere to wine, dine and enjoy the sunset.

In this restaurant, we pay tribute to the adventuresome spirit of two French pioneers of aviation: Charles Nungesser and François Coli, who were the first pilots to attempt a Trans-Atlantic non-stop crossing. The replica of the original aircraft - with a wingspan of 11 meters - is suspended in the air, in full flight bound for the Eiffel Tower. L’Oiseau Blanc, awarded with two stars in the 2022 Michelin Guide, welcomes you on a first-class culinary journey. In a unique setting on Paris’ rooftops, L'Oiseau Blanc team offers a new menu to discover Chef David Bizet’s signature dishes. Using seasonal products, the Chef has created dishes with audacious and harmonious flavours, combining the finest products with more simple ingredients. In front of the Eiffel Tower, the experience should be memorable.

Perched on the roof terrace in the Musée du Quai Branly's lush garden, LES OMBRES Quai Branly offers a unique panoramic view of Paris. In the shadow of its neighbor, the Eiffel Tower projects its metallic lace onto the tablecloths by day and lights up the dining room by night. An exceptional setting designed by Jean Nouvel. Refined Parisian restaurant LES OMBRES Quai Branly offers contemporary cuisine that reinterprets French culinary heritage's great classics. A glass-enclosed restaurant bathed in natural sunlight, playing with light and shadow, lit up by a starry sky at night, and at one with its majestic neighbor. Its vast terrace envisioned as a hanging garden, planted with essences and species for all seasons, is an incredible place to share an exceptional moment.

The splendid rooftop is a true hanging garden with a panoramic 360° view over Paris where you can take in the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Sacré Cœur… The terrace is located on the 7th floor and is open throughout the summer season. With the arrival of good weather, the terrace fills with the exhilarating scent of flowers and plants re-emerging after a long winter. Here, you can escape the hustle and bustle of Paris to quench your thirst or sit down for a summertime meal. The rooftop is open from April to September.

Le Ciel de Paris enjoys an exceptional panorama of Paris, with unique views that change according to the time, light, and weather conditions. A lunch or dinner at Ciel de Paris, whatever the circumstances, is a unique experience.

The Galvin brother’s restaurant on the 28th floor of the London Hilton on Park Lane boasts spectacular views over the capital’s skyline with a menu celebrating the very best of modern French haute cuisine. We have gone to the markets for as long as we can remember. We love the sights, smells and the banter. The joy of walking around the market feels almost primordial. David, our brother continues to go to Covent Garden Market every night, choosing the very best for the next day in our restaurants.

Savoir Vivre & French Dining – welcome to the fantastic world of Sablier. Where time stands still, there is time to enjoy. Experience an intense journey through the culinary diversity of France, paired with irresistible wines. The talented chefs seduce with contemporary Cuisine Française while our professional bar team mixes eccentric signature cocktails at the golden bar. Discover the paradise of Sablier with its stylish rooms and enjoy the superb view from Switzerland’s largest rooftop restaurant.

Located literally above the rooftops of Zurich, HAUTE opened its doors almost twenty years ago as an exclusive club restaurant and bar in the “Hochhaus zur Schanze” high-rise building. Guests here enjoy stylish hospitality as they admire unique panoramic views stretching over the city and Lake Zurich as far as the Alps in the distance. The glassed-in terrace and bar on the 13th floor is the ideal venue to set the tone for social events. The restaurant on the 14th floor attracts guests with a variety of interests and involvements who have one thing in common: appreciation of an exquisite ambiance matched by first-class cuisine. At HAUTE, members enjoy a world of their own: high in the sky above the world below, but not detached from it.