Rooftop bars are very much in style right now, and Bucharest is definitely on trend. Just a few years ago, the Romanian capital had only one or two high-rise venues; now cool rooftop bars are popping up everywhere. They aren’t just secluded venues for backpackers and students looking for beer and good old rock music anymore. They are glam bars and restaurants that offer a modern atmosphere, plus fine food and drinks, all day long and well into the night.

The view remains, of course, the main attraction of a rooftop bar, but alongside the Instagrammable cityscape, one can also enjoy a sophisticated, authentic experience. So, take your trip to Bucharest to the next level (literally) and plan a party at one of the best rooftop bars in the city. Here are our favorites.

BARTINI ROOFTOP

(Strada Constantin Mille 18) - open Monday to Thursday from 3 PM to 2 AM, Fridays and Saturdays from 1 PM to 3 AM, and Sundays from 1 PM to 2 AM

Situated in the heart of Bucharest, BARTINI offers an exquisite day and night view over the city. The bar features a modern vibe and very good signature cocktails to accompany the sunset. You can even create your own cocktail. Le Bab provides the food, and we are sure that their Middle Eastern flavours will enhance your experience.

Tip: If you’re looking for the best lunch in Bucharest, we can make a lunch reservation for your party at Le Bab.

Although good food, fine drinks, and beautiful views would have been enough to raise your interest, there is more. BARTINI hosts private events for small and not-so-small groups, which means you can take your party up into the sky and transform an ordinary stag or hen do into a stylish moment on a rooftop in Bucharest.

Naive Rooftop

(Bulevardul Ion C. Brătianu 36, on the rooftop of the iconic Magazinul București, a historic building dating from 1930, one of the most fashionable shopping destinations in interwar Romania) - open Sunday to Wednesday from 4 PM to 12 AM, Thursdays from 4 PM to 2 AM, and Fridays and Saturdays from 4 PM to 4 AM.

For the food connoisseurs and those looking to immerse themselves in local flavours every time they visit a new place, Naive is the ultimate rooftop venue in Bucharest. Authenticity and connection are the main ingredients here. Everything is chosen with care and love, from the well-established international drinks to in-house-developed ones, from traditional Romanian dishes to fancy steak.

After sunset, however, Naive becomes a veritable club where DJs mix music genres in a similar fashion to food and drink flavours. The selection is imbued with traditional sounds, social movements, and futuristic experiments, very much like the overall atmosphere of Bucharest.

Overlooking the Old Town, Naive continues the inclination towards modernity that fueled the construction of the building almost 100 years ago.

Mirador Rooftop

(Strada Constantin Mille 18) - open Wednesday to Sunday from 6 PM to 2 AM

Elegant and relaxed are the words that best describe the atmosphere at Mirador. Imagine soft piano music, open-air tables, and seasonal food and drinks to accompany a respiro moment in your busy schedule in Bucharest. The view is beautiful, the staff is welcoming, and events are well-curated.

But, like everything else in Bucharest, Mirador knows how to metamorphose into a club with DJ music and a luring dance floor. It knows how to switch from a chill evening to a hot party. The summers in particular are full of themed parties and events, so keep an eye out. They also organize private celebrations, just in case you want a party tailored for your group.

GUAN Rooftop

(Strada Barbu Vacarescu 241A) - open for events only

Away from the bustle of the Old Town, GUAN allows you to peek into local lifestyle and ambience a bit more than other similar venues. It organizes events and special nights carefully curated for the locals’ taste. From underground electronic music to deep house, themed DJ parties fuel the nights at GUAN, whilst the days are for lounging and relaxing. In addition, you get a 360-degree view over northern Bucharest, where modern architecture is at home, minimalist interior design, and world-class mixology.

As it is only open for events, you need to make a reservation or purchase tickets to GUAN’s scheduled club nights.

Linea Closer To The Moon

(Strada Lipscani 17) - open Sunday to Thursday from 10 AM to 1 AM and Fridays and Saturdays from 10 AM to 2 AM

One of the first rooftop bars to open in Bucharest, Linea Closer to the Moon remains one of our favourites. It’s in the Old Town, open all day long, and extremely versatile. You can visit at brunch one day and stay late for a themed night the other. You can come for a fancy dinner or a hearty lunch, or ask them to plan a tailored party for you. You can even celebrate New Year here.

The atmosphere is relaxed, and the view is perfect for your Insta story with the historic streets of Bucharest in the background. Come at sunset for the best lighting. Linea offers international cuisine with a touch of seasonal dishes and a broad range of drinks, from signature cocktails to non-alcoholic options. Regardless of your preference, you’ll feel at home on this rooftop in Bucharest.

In Conclusion

Whether you prefer a historic building or a minimalist design, panoramas of the Old Town or of the more modern northern Bucharest, the Romanian capital has a rooftop bar for you and your party. They offer not just a picturesque background for your photos, but also good food, fancy drinks, and an amazing atmosphere. Their eclectic vibe welcomes everyone from brunch time to the small hours of the night, sharing stories, traditions, and hopes like no other place in the city. In a rooftop bar in Bucharest, you’ll find the true Romanian landscape, a carefully curated mix of East and West, old and new, serene and electric. So, pick your favourite and enjoy the view!