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Best Rooftop in U Street, DC
The 9 best rooftop in U Street, Washington DC — ranked by locals and updated weekly.
9 venues · Updated weekly
1
Whiskey Charlie
Featured✓ VerifiedSouthwest Waterfront · $$$ · Smart Casual
Rooftop bar at The Wharf with stunning Potomac River views and signature whiskey cocktails.
2
Moonraker DC
Featured✓ VerifiedSouthwest Waterfront · $$$$ · Upscale
Atop Pendry Hotel; Japanese-inspired cuisine and whiskey menu with waterfront views.
3
Rosebar DC
Featured✓ VerifiedDupont Circle · $$$ · Upscale
DC's top hip-hop rooftop lounge with heated outdoor patio.
4
El Techo
Featured✓ VerifiedU Street · $$ · Casual
"Adult treehouse" rooftop above Rito Loco with spicy margaritas and Spanish-inspired tapas.
5
Lost Society
Featured✓ VerifiedU Street · $$$ · Upscale Casual
Rooftop lounge above upscale dining room at 14th & U; sleek indoor-outdoor space.
6
Takoda
✓ VerifiedU Street · $$$ · Smart Casual
Native American-inspired rooftop bar with fire pits, smoked meats, and stunning city views.
7
La Vie The Wharf
Southwest Waterfront · $$$ · Smart Casual
French Riviera-inspired rooftop at The Wharf with Mediterranean cocktails and waterfront views.
8
801 Restaurant & Bar
U Street · $$ · Casual
Rooftop bar at U & Shaw border with "Good Vibes Only" neon motto and DJ nights.
9
Ozio Rooftop
Dupont Circle · $$$ · Smart Casual
Upscale rooftop hookah lounge with craft cocktails and Mediterranean small plates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best rooftop bar in DC?
VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington has iconic White House and Monument views. POV at the W Hotel and Whiskey Charlie at The Wharf are also top picks.
When do DC rooftop bars open for the season?
Most DC rooftops open from April through October. Many have heated spaces that extend the season into March and November.
Do DC rooftop bars require reservations?
Popular rooftops like VUE and POV strongly recommend reservations, especially on weekends. Walk-ins are possible on weeknights.
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