Moonlight
Bar · Atlanta
800 Rankin St NE 16th Floor, Atlanta, GA 30308
Highlights
1970s-inspired rooftop cocktail lounge with stunning skyline views
1970s-inspired rooftop cocktail lounge with stunning skyline views
"The Forth Hotel has everything you need for a night out. Start with a great dinner at one of their restaurants: an Italian steakhouse or a poolside Mediterranean spot. Then head to Moonlight for fruity cocktails (the tequila-heavy High Fidelity is our go-to). Perched above the always-busy Beltline with wraparound views, the barely year-old bar reigns as the shiny new rooftop of the summer." - juli horsford, jacinta howard, nina reeder
"Old Fourth Ward already has two rooftops on this guide, but another has entered the chat with the strength of a great Italian spot and poolside Mediterranean restaurant just beneath it. Moonlight sits atop the Forth Hotel just off the Beltline—a quick minute or less scooter ride away from Ponce City Market. We come here when we want to avoid the tourists at PCM or need the option of air conditioning (which Clermont’s rooftop lacks). Do dinner downstairs, then snag a tart High Fidelity cocktail and a cushioned seat on the outdoor balcony where you can take in the always-busy Beltline scenes. If the breeze threatens to ruin your hair, the indoor section of the bar still has skyline views and a ’70s feel. Plus, the bar backdrop glitters like diamonds even if you’re completely sober." - juli horsford
"If you’re only looking for a drink and a photo op to end your night, then consider this rooftop bar the cherry on top of a stellar roster of restaurants at the Forth Hotel (including an Italian steakhouse and a poolside Mediterranean spot). And we’d recommend hitting one of those for a meal because the bites at Moonlight leave a lot to be desired. The lobster rolls are dry, and the ceviche is basically thawed shrimp thrown in a bowl. But the food isn’t the point. It’s all about sip and see. Throw back a tart High Fidelity and snag a cushioned seat on the outdoor balcony where you can take in the always-busy scenes of O4W and the Beltline. If the breeze threatens to ruin your hair, the indoor section of the bar still has skyline views and a ’70s feel. Plus, the bar backdrop glitters like diamonds even if you’re completely sober. Food Rundown High Fidelity Your server will likely recommend this, and you should listen. If you’re always down for double dipping on liquors, this one fuels your ambitions with both tequila and vodka and a splash of pineapple and lime. It’s a very summery cocktail that feels like the right choice to sip on a rooftop. French 16 The liquid is such a bright yellow that it’s almost blinding. But the lemony, bubbly concoction is a nice touch when you need something extra refreshing—which you most likely will if you hit this rooftop when temperatures are climbing. Lobster Roll Skip this. The lobster is served in a mayo-y sauce on a small, dry little roll. You get two, which is two too many. Steak Tartare Roll Another miss. The tartare has a weird vinegary taste, and the rolls are once again dry. Gulf Shrimp Ceviche Halved shrimp are mixed with jalapeños, green olives, and cilantro. It’s not spicy or citrusy, just a bowl of bland bits that’s served with a few mini tortilla chips. Wagyu Flatbread If you absolutely need to eat something while sipping a cocktail, this is your best bet. The wagyu is so thin it seems more like prosciutto, but the caramelized onions are a nice touch and the pizza-like crust holds up. photo credit: Amy Sinclair photo credit: Amy Sinclair photo credit: Amy Sinclair photo credit: Amy Sinclair Pause Unmute" - Juli Horsford
"Moonlight, a 1970s-inspired rooftop cocktail lounge perched on the 16th floor of the Forth Hotel is a swanky spot with a focus on cocktails. Try the Lucky Star made with vodka, gin, vermouth, saline, and lemon bitters, paired with light bites like deviled eggs, lobster rolls, and caviar service." - Eater Staff
"Forth Hotel in O4W already impressed us with its Mediterranean restaurant Elektra. So we're intrigued by this rooftop bar on the 16th floor of the hotel. " - juli horsford, jacinta howard
