Rooftop Bars in Boston (2025)
Rooftop at The Envoy
Bar · South Boston Waterfront
Seaport’s crowd-pleaser pairs sweeping harbor views with fire pits and seasonal cocktails. Frequently cited by Boston Magazine and Time Out, it’s a quintessential sunset stop with a lively local scene.
Trillium - Fort Point
Brewery · South Boston Waterfront
Beloved Boston brewery’s seasonal roof deck pours draft-only selections over Seaport. Spotlighted by Boston Magazine and Time Out, it blends serious beer with relaxed, neighborhood energy.
Dorchester Brewing Company
Brewery · Dorchester
A year-round rooftop greenhouse with skyline views, barbecue from M&M, and community vibes. Praised by Boston Magazine and Forbes Travel Guide; confirmed open for 2025.
Felipe's Taqueria
Mexican restaurant · Cambridge
Harvard Square’s long-running favorite serves hand-squeezed margaritas atop a festive roof deck. Regularly recommended by Boston Magazine and Time Out for its casual, crowd-friendly atmosphere.
The Lexington
American restaurant · Cambridge
Chef Will Gilson’s greenhouse-style rooftop at Cambridge Crossing feels distinctly local, with seasonal cocktails and New American plates. Featured in Boston Magazine’s up-to-date rooftop roundup.
Over the Charles Rooftop Bar
Bar · Allston
Seasonal, 16th-floor perch above the Charles with stellar sunsets and local lagers; 2025 season confirmed. Highlighted by Boston Magazine, with trivia and live music on select nights.
Pier 6
Seafood restaurant · Inner Harbor
Locally run charmer with a roof deck overlooking the USS Constitution and skyline. A staple on Eater Boston and Boston Magazine lists; water shuttle connects with its sister spot across the harbor.
Sam Adams Downtown Boston Taproom
Brewery · Downtown
Boston’s homegrown brewery powers a central roof deck above State Street with taproom-only releases and frequent events. Endorsed by Boston Magazine as a low-rise, history-soaked lookout.
The Essex Boston
Restaurant · South Boston
New for 2025 and locally helmed, this South Boston rooftop delivers skyline panoramas, frozen cocktails, and raw-bar snacks. Added to Eater Boston’s latest best-views list.
The Stratus - Rooftop Bar Boston
Cocktail bar · Back Bay
Boston’s highest outdoor bar crowns the Prudential with 360-degree vistas; ticketed entry via View Boston. Frequently recommended by Boston Magazine and Time Out for dramatic sunsets.
The Colonnade Hotel
Hotel · Back Bay
Back Bay’s public rooftop pool doubles as a seasonal bar with city views. Open for 2025; called out by Boston Magazine and The Times as a singular urban oasis.
