Sipping a beer or a mocktail on a rooftop is the perfect end to a busy day. There are a large number of beautiful rooftop bars in Abu Dhabi that cater to both tourists and locals. Although in summer it might be a bit warm to sit outside, in spring and winter, many flock to take in the beautiful panorama! To help you pick out the perfect Abu Dhabi Rooftop, I have put together a list of the best rooftop bars in Abu Dhabi!
Diablito Abu Dhabi Rooftop Bar
Diablito is an Abu Dhabi rooftop bar serving great Spanish food in a very relaxing environment. Located near the Yas Marina on Yas Island, you can enjoy an extensive Mediterranean menu including pizza, Spanish omelets, Paella and obviously great mocktails and cocktails.
Diablito is a two story bar and restaurant with a beautiful backyard and an outdoor terrace with 360 views of Yas Marina. Guests praise Diablito for This place is all about Spanish food and a relaxing environment, located at Yas Marina on Yas Island. Guests praise Diablito for its amazing customer service, friendly staff, great views and delicious food.
Opening Hours are Sunday to Thursday from 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM and Friday to Saturday from 12 PM-12 AM.
Helipad Sunset Supper
Have you ever dreamt of having dinner on a helipad on Abu Dhabi? This very unique supper allows up to 20 people to enjoy the beautiful Abu Dhabi Sunset from the Helipad at St Regis Abu Dhabi. You will have a magnificent view from 255 meters up in the air. As a guest, you will be well looked after by professional mixologists, chefs and waiters that work hard to make this an experience to never forget. As a guest you will also be treated with the signature St Regis champagne and a live Saxophone performance.
Opening Hours are 90 minutes during sunset, every second Friday of the month (closed in summers)
Grill@25 Abu Dhabi Rooftop Bar
Want to spend the evening sipping drinks on Abu Dhabi’s highest rooftop? Then you will need to head to Grill@25 on the 25th floor of the Mariott Downtown. This rooftop bar on Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Street provides a modern atmosphere with great staff looking after every need. The restaurant at Grill@25 serves fresh, seasonal and regional food with high-quality and fresh ingredients. Guests especially love the Swiss burgers!
Happy hour every day from 04:00 pm to 08:00 pm.
Beach house
If you are looking for an Abu Dhabi rooftop bar with a fab view of the beach, you need to head to Beach House in the Abu Dhabi Park Hyatt. Catch the Ibiza vibes of Beach House with the smell of great food and freshly prepared cocktails. Beach House is the best place to cool down in winter with a nice little sea breeze and a nice drink. Catch the sunset during a perfect evening with your friends and family!
Happy hour every day from 08:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Level lounge Abu Dhabi Rooftop bar
Located on the 21st floor of the Crowne Plaza in Abu Dhabi, level lounge offers a great view of the Abu Dhabi skyline. With a pool in the middle and nice little seats with fairy lights placed around the lounge, Level Lounge offers a great place to relax after a busy day. At the bar and restaurant you will be able to order both local dishes and international dishes such as pasta and burgers. The lounge is fairly small and a great place to hang out if you want to avoid the big crowds!
Happy hour every day from 5 pm-8 pm.
Relax@12
Love sushi? Then you need to head over to Relax@12! As the name might suggest, this Abu Dhabi Rooftop Bar is located on the 12th floor of the Aloft hotel. In Relax@12 you can fest on Asian food and sushi, and order mocktails and cocktails at the bar. This rooftop bar offers amazing views of Abu Dhabi Zayed Sports City and the nearby skyscrapers. It is also one of the best Abu Dhabi rooftop bars when you want a good view of the leaning Capital Gate Building Tower.
Happy hour Sunday to Thursday from 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm.
Up and Below Abu Dhabi Rooftop Bar
Want to grab a cool beer and chill out? Head to Up and Below. This Abu Dhabi Rooftop bar located on the 12th floor in the World Trade Centre is known for its great food and music with an incredible view of the city. You can take in the panorama of the shimmering water and the nearby skyscrapers. You will be able to order both local and international dishes at Up and Below.
Happy hour every day from 5 PM – 8 PM.
ANNEX
The ANNEX is a very cool rooftop bar located in the 5-star Edition Hotel. Edition Hotel is a three-story building in the Abu Dhabi Al Bateen Marina. The rooftop terrace is known for its great service and beautiful, luxurious and modern décor.
From the ANNEX rooftop bar you will have a view over the Al Bateen Marina which makes this a great place to watch the sunset. This is a perfect place for a night out as ANNEX offers great food and drinks and stays open until 4 am.
Timings are every day from 7 pm–4 am.
Azura Panoramic Lounge in Abu Dhabi
Azura Paniramic Lounge offers beautiful panoramic views as the name suggests. You will have great views over the Abu Dhabi Skyline. The lounge is located in the St Regis on the Abu Dhabi Corniche. In this beautiful lounge you can order Mediterranean food, local Arabic food and international staples. Azura Panoramic Lounge is an Abu Dhabi Rooftop loved by locals and tourists as they soak up the glistening lights of the city and the warm breeze that comes over the Arabian Gulf.
Happy hour every day from 5 pm-8 pm.
Barfly by Buddha-Bar
This beautiful Asian-inspired bar in the Khor Al Maqta’a area offers a great space to chill with food, drink, and shisha. The interior of this great bar includes lots of colours, comfortable seats and large paintings. You will be able to dine on great Asian food and sip from amazingly mixed cocktails and mocktails. The combination of amazing food and great drinks makes this Abu Dhabi rooftop bars one of the favourite hangout spots for both tourists and locals.
Happy hour every day from 6 pm–2 am
Breeze Lounge Abu Dhabi Rooftop Bar
Located at the Emirates Palace Corniche Road, this beautiful Abu Dhabi Rooftop Lounge will make you feel like a royal. The lounge is decked out with great sodas and tables and can be covered up in summer to allow customers and guests to sit outside. As the lounge is located near the see, you will always be able to catch a bit of a sea breeze when the days get hotter, which makes Breeze Lounge a great spot to hang out at with your friends. Especially since guests highly rate the cocktails and mocktails!
Timings are every day from 5 pm–12 am, Closed on Mondays.
Filini Garden
Craving some Italian food with a magnificent view? Then head to Filini Garden, an Abu Dhabi Rooftop Bar located at the Radisson Blu in Yas Island. This beautiful rooftop bar is decorated like a beautiful garden including vide-covered archways and fairy lights. From this rooftop bar you will be able to view the blue water of Yas Marina and the Abu Dhabi skyline. Filini Garden also has a great Brunch on weekends, while tourists and locals head to the rooftop to cool down at night or have dinner by sunset.
Happy hour every day from 5 pm – 7 pm.
Turtle Bay Abu Dhabi
Turtle Bay is a stunning rooftop bar with a great atmosphere at the Saadiyat Rotana Resort and Villas. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful blue water of the Arabian Gulf while ordering some great local and international food. You will have a choice of surf and turf, Western dishes and local delicacies. Guests praise the staff for being friendly and the environment is modern and comfortable. Turtle Bay is also a great choice when you want to head out for a weekend brunch, or when you would like to enjoy the sunset with a drink and great food.
Happy hour every Thursday at the poolside bar from 7 pm-12 am.
Sho Cho Rooftop Bar Abu Dhabi
If you love Japanese food, you should head to Sho Cho. This conveniently located Abu Dhabi Rooftop bar at Khor al Maqta offers a beautiful view of the grand mosque in the distant, and is the perfect space for sunset dining in Abu Dhabi. Candles will be lit after sunset and in winter, a gentle sea breeze will bring much needed refreshment. Sho Cho is known for its great drinks and amazing sushi!
Happy hours every day from 5 pm and 8 pm.
Brick Kitchen and Rooftop Bar Abu Dhabi
Brick Kitchen and Rooftop Bar is another great Abu Dhabi Rooftop Bar located in the Aloft hotel. The Brick Kitchen and Rooftop Bar offers amazing views of the Abu Dhabi skyline and great food made in their signature brick ovens named Henry and Henrietta. Brick Kitchen is the perfect spot to sip signature cocktails and large glasses of wine. Guests loved the Spicy Beef Chorizo and Roasted Spicy Cajun Chicken Wings.
