Rooftop Bars in St. Louis (2025)
A signature perch with direct sightlines into Busch Stadium and sweeping views of the Arch. Regularly highlighted by St. Louis Magazine and Sauce Magazine, this locally run rooftop pairs wood‑fired snacks with polished cocktails and late‑night DJ energy.
Grand Center’s color‑splashed rooftop mixes skyline views with creative cocktails and a steady slate of DJs and cultural programming. Frequently recommended by Sauce Magazine and Feast Magazine, it’s an arts‑loving crowd’s go‑to above the Fox Theatre district.
Beneath the iconic rotating moon, this Delmar Loop favorite serves space‑themed cocktails on a solar‑powered rooftop with arching views toward Forest Park and downtown. A perennial in local roundups, it captures the neighborhood’s indie spirit with seasonal hours.
Locals head here for downtown views, live music nights, and a sleek, glass‑framed room that opens to the sky. St. Louis Magazine confirms it as a modern classic; hotel sources show weekend hours with cocktails and small plates high above Olive Street.
A seventh‑floor lounge with a 15‑foot fire pit, cocktail flights, and indoor‑outdoor seating across from City Foundry. Frequently praised by St. Louis Magazine for its views and after‑work vibe, it’s a tidy hop from Midtown’s dining and arts scene.
From the team behind Polite Society, this Lafayette Square stunner offers a plant‑lined rooftop patio, skyline peeks, and literary‑leaning cocktails. Feast Magazine and St. Louis Magazine both recommend it for refined plates and a relaxed, neighborhood‑first feel.
Gerard Craft’s team turns a third‑floor terrace into a lively rooftop with global‑minded barbecue, happy hours, and music programming. Sauce Magazine detailed the 2025 season launch, confirming full food and bar service with frequent community events.
A historic corner tavern with an upstairs deck prized for sunset views over Old Webster. Local editors at Sauce and St. Louis Magazine consistently note its live‑music calendar, hearty Midwestern fare, and welcoming neighborhood vibe.
Southampton’s neighborhood standby hides a roomy third‑floor rooftop with string lights, smashburgers, and a strong beer list. St. Louis Magazine singles it out for casual rooftop hangs that feel authentically local and unpretentious.
A chic sister to the downtown original, this Westport perch earns recent praise for sunset views, fire pits, and a creative cocktail list developed with local talent. It brings skyline‑style energy to the county without losing the brand’s STL roots.
An indie Central West End favorite with a redesigned rooftop terrace, DJ nights, and art‑driven events. Local coverage from St. Louis Magazine underscores its role as a stylish, community‑minded lounge that keeps the CWE’s social tradition alive.
