With breathtaking views, a cool vibe, scenic sunsets and plenty of cocktails, rooftop bars offers the perfect city hangout. If you live in Portland or just visiting the Northwest city is home to some awesome spots.
From contemporary lounges to rustic chic terraces here are the best rooftop bars in Portland, Oregon…
1. Xport Rooftop Lounge – modern indoor and outdoor venue with an incredible rooftop where you can appreciate the views
Taste global eats and sample premium cocktails from Xport Rooftop Lounge.
It’s worth a visit to this rooftop bar because you can experience delicious Chinese and Japanese dishes with a wide variety of French wines and German beers.
Besides being a local rooftop bar, you can also enjoy Xport Rooftop Lounge as a catered destination for your next special event during the spring and summer.
Located in Downtown Portland, check back on their website and Google profile to see when they will open up again during the spring seasons as they are temporarily closed during wintertime.
- Address: SW Jefferson St &, SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
- Phone Number: (503)-306-4835
2. Tope at the Hoxton Hotel – one of the best rooftop restaurants in Portland that offers scenic views
Tope is a Portland rooftop bar that you can visit while staying at the Hoxton Hotel or just as a separate visit without a hotel stay.
It’s worth a visit to Tope to try their popular Mexican tacos and mezcal-based cocktails for which they are known.
Located in the Old Town Community Association neighborhood of Portland, visit Thursday through Sunday from 4 pm to 11 pm to enjoy this rooftop bar experience. Whether you want to dine in or take out, you will appreciate the flavorful tacos and zesty cocktails.
- Address: 15 NW 4th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
- Phone Number: (503)-770-0500
3. DeSoto Rooftop Terrace – a perfect rooftop location where you can have events and parties
DeSoto Rooftop Terrace is located on top of the historic DeSoto building in the Pearl District.
It’s worth a visit to this rooftop bar because you can have a deluxe urban chic catering experience for any spring or summer special occasion such as a wedding, surprise birthday party, or cocktail dinner.
The urban chic experience is what Portland has become popularly known to provide for its guests.
Contact the DeSoto Art of Catering to find out open times for your event, so you can learn the available dates and times that you can schedule your catered event.
- Address: 720 NW Davis St, Portland, OR 97209
- Phone Number: (503)-231-8185
4. Roof Deck at Revolution Hall – picturesque rooftop deck that serves craft beer in a cool environment
Taste delectable bar bites and sample draft beers from Roof Deck at Revolution Hall which opens every year at the start of the Spring solstice and closes at the beginning of the fall.
It’s worth a visit to this seasonal rooftop bar because it has a summer barbecue vibe with the burgers, bratwurst, and seasonal sides available such as baked beans, coleslaw, and potato salad.
Located in the Buckman Community Association neighborhood in Portland, you can enjoy a concert experience at Revolution Hall and then visit the Roof Deck for a pleasing dinner during the spring and summer.
- Address: 1300 SE Stark St #110, Portland, OR 97214
- Phone Number: (503)-776-5500
5. Lady of the Mountain – a cozy rooftop spot where you can try creative drinks
Lady of the Mountain offers small bites and North American seasonally cool-climate wines as well as some from Eastern and Western Europe.
It’s worth a visit to Lady of the Mountain because many visitors rave about the crab nachos because of the fresh and local crab used to make the dish.
Located in the Kerns District of Portland at Kex Hotel, the restaurant reopens in June of every year as it is a seasonal rooftop bar.
- Address: 100 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
- Phone Number: (971)-346-2996
6. Shine Distillery and Grill – an all-in-one place located in a historic part of Portland
Shine Distillery and Grill serve signature cocktails, draft beers, and small dish pub foods such as poutine, burgers, fries, and soft pretzels. It’s worth a visit to Shine Distillery and Grill because they have not just one, but two happy hours every day.
The first happy hour is from 4 pm to 6 pm and the second happy hour is 9 pm to 10 pm. Enjoy discounted shine spirits and small dishes during specific happy hours.
Located in the Boise neighborhood of Portland, you can enjoy Shine Distillery and Grill’s rooftop bar experience Wednesdays through Sundays from 4 pm to 10 pm.
- Address: 4232 N Williams Ave Portland, OR 97217
- Phone Number: (503)-825-1010
7. Migration Brewing Rooftop – an award-winning craft brewery with a rooftop beer garden
Enjoy views of three local mountains, Portland’s West Hills, and other beautiful scenery of the city when you visit the 9th-floor rooftop bar, Migration Brewing Rooftop.
It’s worth a visit to this rooftop bar because of its delicious pub menu featuring beef jerky, charcuterie salami, cheeses, and olives, draft beers, and red and white wines.
Besides the seasonal Rooftop at the Canvas location in the Stadium District across from Providence Park, you can also enjoy their food throughout the entire year at 3 other restaurants throughout Portland.
When the rooftop bar is open during spring and summer, enjoy the experience Wednesday through Saturday form 3 pm to 9 pm and on Sundays from 1 pm to 8 pm.
- Address: 1750 SW Yamhill St, Portland, OR 97205
- Phone Number: (971) 291-0258
8. Driftwood Room – a luxurious cocktail bar that is a great option for a vintage experience
Driftwood is a 1950s-themed cocktail lounge located in Hotel deLuxe Provenance.
It’s worth a visit to the Driftwood Room because you can get a vintage cocktail room experience as you sip champagne and other premium wines on the menu as you sample delicious bar bites if you so choose.
Located in the Goose Hollow Foothill League neighborhood, you can visit Driftwood Room daily from 4 pm to 11 pm and experience “where craft cocktail dreams come true”, according to their slogan.
- Address: 729 SW 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
- Phone Number: (503) 820-2076
9. Radio Room – former gas station turned into a neighborhood restaurant with an eccentric rooftop
The Radio Room started in the 1960s and has a mid-century style in the cocktail lounge and restaurant. It used to be an Art Deco Style building that was a gas station back in 1949.
It’s worth a visit to the Radio Room because of its heated rooftop bar that’s open year-round and the popular Bloody Mary bar they feature on weekends.
Located in the King neighborhood of Portland, the Radio Room is open daily for your enjoyment from 9 AM to 12 AM (or until 1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays).
- Address: 1101 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211
- Phone Number: (503) 287-2346
10. The Society Hotel – an exquisite hotel that offers a lovely rooftop where you can admire the views
It’s worth a visit to the Society Hotel because you can enjoy Portland’s finest beers, wines, cocktails, desserts, and shareable plates in their cafe.
If you want to enjoy the rooftop area during spring and summer, you will have to make a reservation for your special event, which could also be catered by the hotel staff.
Located in Downtown Portland, you can enjoy the Society Hotel, you can enjoy the experience daily from 8 am to 10 pm.
- Address: 203 NW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97209
- Phone Number: (503) 445-0444
11. Departure Lounge – ritzy Pan-Asian restaurant with a high exotic rooftop
Taste Departure Lounge’s delectable Asian fusion cuisine and globally-inspired cocktails. It’s worth a visit to Departure Lounge because of their featured Duck Month that happens annually every December.
Bask in an entirely duck-themed meal served family-style that can feed 4-6 people, which includes Peking duck as the main course.
You can delight in sushi, dim sum, and other delicious appetizers and desserts alongside beer, wine, and cocktails. Located in Downtown Portland, you can enjoy Department Lounge Wednesdays through Sundays from 4 pm to 11 pm.
- Address: 525 SW Morrison St 15th Floor, Portland, OR 97204
- Phone Number: (503) 802-5370
12. Sapphire Hotel – ideal rooftop for gatherings and events that also offers a fun vibe
Sapphire Hotel has a year-round rooftop bar that’s even heated during the winter months. They serve coffee and specialty cocktails, mocktails, fortified wine, pasta and sandwiches as entrees, and upscale appetizers such as bacon-wrapped dates.
It’s worth a visit to the Sapphire Hotel because of their happy hour from 4 pm to 6 pm that offers high-quality, yet affordable cocktails and eats.
Located in the Mt. Tabor neighborhood of Portland, enjoy the Sapphire Hotel’s experience Tuesdays through Saturdays from 4 pm to 12 am.
- Address: 5008 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97215
- Phone Number: (503) 232-6333
13. Noble Rot – a charming restaurant that has a rooftop garden where their ingredients are grown
Noble Rot’s name is based on the British nickname for a fungus, botrytis cinerea, that is responsible for giving the wine a unique flavor using shriveled grapes.
The rooftop bar is located on the 4th floor for a premium rooftop bar experience. The restaurant serves small dishes with fresh ingredients that come from their rooftop garden.
Located in Portland’s Kern neighborhood, enjoy Noble Rot’s rooftop bar experience Tuesdays through Saturdays from 5 pm to 10 pm.
- Address: 1111 East Burnside Street, Fourth Floor, Portland, OR 97214
- Phone Number: (503)-233-1999
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