It’s officially springtime in Tampa Bay. The sun sets after 7 p.m., the temperatures are still pleasant (we live for those 75‑degree days), and the skies are clear. It’s the perfect time to take advantage of the region’s great rooftop bars. The view from Beacon at sunset, for example, is absolutely perfection.
Here’s a quick look at the local rooftop bars you need to visit this season:
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Azure at the Tampa EDITION
Azure at EDITION brings a taste of the Mediterranean to the city with its seaside‑inspired Greek cuisine. Helmed by chef John Fraser, the restaurant delivers an elevated dining experience focused on fresh, high‑quality ingredients and vibrant flavors. Whether you’re indulging in a carefully crafted dish or soaking in the panoramic views, Azure offers a refined yet inviting escape—especially during its must‑try Sunday brunch.
500 Channelside Dr
The Deep End at JW Marriott Clearwater Beach
The JW Marriott Clearwater Beach (691 S. Gulfview Blvd) is a stunning addition to one of the Sunshine State’s top vacation destinations. Gorgeous waterfront views, delicious entrees and cocktails on the rooftop, a secluded beach with plenty of lounge chairs, and a five‑star staff await visitors at this new gem. The Deep End may have the best rooftop views in the region. In addition to fantastic cocktails—and mocktails for those who prefer nonalcoholic options—its grouper dish and bao tacos are must‑tries. This hotspot is right next to the hotel’s rooftop pool and hot tub.
691 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach
Casa Cami
This new rooftop Mexican bar and restaurant is located atop The Current Hotel on Rocky Point. Open seven days a week with an all‑day menu plus weekend brunch, Casa Cami offers panoramic views of Tampa Bay along with Mexican‑inspired dishes like snapper crudo, chorizo pizza, and short rib fajitas. Their margarita and Jalisco sour are perfect for summer.
2545 N Rocky Point Dr, Tampa
Beacon
Beacon is Tampa’s latest haven for cocktail aficionados, nestled within the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street on the 27th floor. With captivating design and a menu of exquisite cocktails crafted by a team of expert mixologists, Beacon promises an enchanting experience. Every drink is complemented by 270‑degree panoramas of Tampa Bay, ensuring a memorable visit with every sip.
510 Water St, Tampa
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach
Tropico Rooftop Cantina, located at Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach (301 S. Gulfview Blvd), might just have the best Gulf views in the region. This rooftop bar and restaurant offers white‑sand vistas, an impressive food and drink menu, and a rooftop pool.
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach is a residential-style paradise just steps from the famous Pier 60. The hotel offers 287 over-sized rooms for you to unwind in.
301 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach
M Bird
From the innovative restaurateurs behind Bay Ichicoro, Boca, and Ciro’s, M Bird offers craft cocktails, VIP bottle service, and artfully composed tapas plates—all with stunning views of the Tampa skyline.
Armature Works, 1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa
EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge at Epicurean Hotel
Epicurean’s EDGE is an edgy, social drinkery unlike any other in Tampa. Guests enjoy unique handcrafted cocktails paired with small, savory plates and cheese boards in a lively atmosphere.
EDGE, 1207 S Howard Avenue, Tampa
Azura Rooftop at The Hotel Zamora
Azura Rooftop features a 360‑degree lounge with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway, making it the perfect place to unwind and watch breathtaking sunsets over St. Pete Beach.
3701 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach
The Canopy at The Birchwood
Perched atop The Birchwood in the heart of St. Petersburg’s waterfront, The Canopy Rooftop Lounge offers private cabanas, fire pits, and some of the finest craft cocktails in the city. It’s well worth a trip over the Howard Frankland Bridge.
340 Beach Drive NE, St. Pete
Pier Tiki
Pier Tiki is here for all your sunset needs. Face west and catch the sun as it dips behind the St. Pete skyline at this new hotspot, owned by the same local team behind The Canopy at The Birchwood.
Berkeley Beach Club Rooftop*
*reopening to the public soon
Inspired by all that is Pass-A-Grille, Berkeley Beach Club offers a taste of paradise with a raw, primal ambiance that celebrates the gifts of the sea.
8th Avenue St. Pete Beach
Sal Y Mar Rooftop Bar
Sitting atop the dual‑branded Aloft and Element Hotel, Sal Y Mar Rooftop Bar provides 360‑degree views of the Tampa, Westshore, and St. Petersburg skylines. Guests can enjoy a mouth‑watering collection of tapas—from citrus crab cakes and vegetable bruschetta to authentic Spanish dishes like carne asada street tacos and pan‑seared scallops with mango puree, plantain crisp, and pico de gallo.
3650 Midtown Dr, Tampa
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