{"id":509700,"date":"2026-10-27T17:22:15","date_gmt":"2026-10-27T17:22:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/509700\/"},"modified":"2026-10-27T17:22:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T17:22:15","slug":"10-best-rooftop-restaurants-in-los-angeles-with-stunning-views","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/509700\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Rooftop Restaurants in Los Angeles With Stunning Views"},"content":{"rendered":"

Check out these 10 spots while the weather is still warm<\/p>\n

Towering high above the busy streets sits the rooftop dining scene of Los Angeles, the perfect escape from the stresses of city life. From Beverly Hills hotel terraces with unobstructed skyline views to laid-back beachside spots that are right out of a movie scene, rooftop dining in L.A. is hard to beat, and with warm weather following us well into October, there\u2019s still time to check out a new spot. Whether the goal is a long lunch in Santa Monica with friends or an upscale date at the tallest open-air bar in the Western Hemisphere, here are 10 rooftop spots to check out while the weather still allows.<\/p>\n

\"Blondie\"BlondieCredit: Danielle G. Adams<\/p>\n

This Australian-inspired establishment is fairly new to the L.A. rooftop dining scene, opening its doors back in July<\/a>. The new spot started with a small opening before its popularity skyrocketed, quickly becoming a go-to place for locals in the neighborhood. The laid-back, 80-seat rooftop on Melrose is serving up a short menu of small, bigger and biggest bites perfectly paired with a house cocktail list that maxes out $17, which in L.A. is practically a steal.<\/p>\n

\"Calabra\"Credit: Courtesy Santa Monica Proper Hotel<\/p>\n

Take in the crisp ocean breeze at this Mediterranean establishment perched atop the Santa Monica Proper Hotel. Unwind on the sundeck or gather around the circular bar to enjoy dishes inspired by the coastal cuisines of Southern Europe. Calabrian-spiced dishes, charred flatbreads, mezze-style sharing plates and grilled fish are complemented by boutique wines, seasonal cocktails and small-batch spirits. With a rotating seasonal menu, Calabra is sure to offer a new experience with every visit.<\/p>\n

\"(Photo:Credit: Araceli Paz<\/p>\n

Atop yet another Proper Hotel, this time in Downtown L.A., is Cara Cara, a beautiful rooftop escape with resort vibes in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city. The menu features seasonal California-driven dishes including vibrant small plates like seafood ceviche, tacos, grilled seafood, burgers and shareable dishes.<\/p>\n

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\"CatchCatch Los Angeles entranceCredit: Catch Restaurants<\/p>\n

Located above the buzzing streets of the West Hollywood design district, Catch is the West Coast location of the famous New York restaurant. Recently redesigned for its 10-year anniversary, the menu features signatures like the Catch Roll, Truffle Sashimi and Wagyu Fried Rice alongside new additions including Grilled Shishito Peppers, Crudo di Catch and Angry Lobster Pasta. A retractable rooftop offers an open-air dining room with sweeping views from Downtown Los Angeles to the Hollywood Hills.<\/p>\n

This Santa Monica favorite is cooking up Italian cuisine in a beachside setting that is nothing short of cinematic. Expect delicious Roman-style pizzas, seasonal house-made pastas and sharing plates designed for an evening out with friends. The cocktail menu keeps with the Italian spirit, leaning into Amalfi Coast spirits and spritzes, perfect for a sunset aperitivo.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"ForceForce of Nature\u2019s scenic rooftopCredit: Simran Malik<\/p>\n

This speakeasy is tucked away in the attic of a century-old house on Abbot Kinney in Venice. The outdoor space features bar seating with beautiful views of The Cooks Garden, as well as open seating at a large community table. The menu highlights women in regenerative culinary and creative practice, championing sustainability in all that they do. Stop by for a relaxing glass of wine or try one of their many workshops<\/p>\n

\"GemmaCredit: Jakob Layman<\/p>\n

The Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills\u2019 stunning rooftop space recently received a makeover from designer Marc Ange (Muse), opening Gemma back in May. Led by chef Peleg Miron, the California-inspired Pan Asian menu includes delicious dim sum, a selection of pristine sushi, and premium grilled steaks. Pair any food item with a creative tiki-inspired cocktail for the perfect rooftop dining experience.<\/p>\n

This upscale Italian spot sits on top of The Aster in Hollywood with a patio promising postcard views of the Capitol Records building and luxurious patio furniture. The menu leans into Italian-American cooking, featuring wood-fired dishes, seasonal pasta and cured meats. The Hollywood setting brings an energetic crowd, featuring weekly DJ sets.<\/p>\n

This glass-roofed, greenhouse-style dining room sat on top of The Line Hotel in Koreatown blurs the line between indoor and outdoor. Two Michelin-starred chef Josiah Citrin brings a taste of the melting pot culture of L.A. to the hyper-seasonal menu at Openaire. Lunch and dinner are always amazing at this establishment, but don\u2019t forget about their incredible brunch menu featuring a cinnamon roll that is just out of this world.<\/p>\n

\"\"Credit: Courtesy of Spire 73<\/p>\n

Rooftop dining doesn\u2019t get any higher than at Spire 73 the rooftop lounge inside the InterContinental Hotel Downtown. The number 73 does mean it\u2019s located on the 73rd floor, making it the tallest open-air bar in the Western Hemisphere. Enjoy craft cocktails, small bites and a casual dinner by elegant fire pits, all while taking in the stunning 360-degree views of the Los Angeles sunset.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Check out these 10 spots while the weather is still warm Towering high above the busy streets sits…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":509701,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[60910,196556,48,52,51,47,50,49,76669,195531],"class_list":["post-509700","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-los-angeles","tag-blondie","tag-catch-restaurant","tag-la","tag-la-headlines","tag-la-news","tag-los-angeles","tag-los-angeles-headlines","tag-los-angeles-news","tag-rooftop","tag-spire-73"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/509700","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=509700"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/509700\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/509701"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=509700"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=509700"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=509700"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}