Your guide to 8 of the best rooftop bars in Birmingham

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Some of the best views and drinks in Birmingham. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

It’s the perfect time to go out with friends and enjoy a drink with a rooftop view. We’ve put together a list of eight of the best rooftop bars in Birmingham for you and your loved ones to visit.

This guide was originally created in September 2021 and was last updated in August 2024.

1. Bar Sebastian

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View from the rooftop at Michael’s Restaurant. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

Out of all the rooftop bars on our list, this one is the most secretive. Looking over Region’s Field, this is a speakeasy on the rooftop of Michael’s Parkside Restaurant. You’ll have to call (205) 871-9525 to book a reservation. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

2. Carrigan’s Public House

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Check out the great views of the historical district. (Matthew Niblett / Bham Now)

This Birmingham rooftop bar on historic Morris Avenue has been a popular spot for several years. They have a great selection of cocktails and martinis alongside a rotating selection of beer and wine.

3. Habitat Feed and Social

This colorful spot is located in the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Mountain Brook. In addition to a rooftop bar, it’s also a farm-to-table restaurant with cooking classes and wine tastings. With great food and drinks, you’ll never want to leave.

4. Mayawell

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Chef’s Kiss mocktail from Mayawell Bar. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

Feeling like a trip to Mexico while in Avondale? Mayawell’s owner Neill Crook did that for you and brought back food and drinks inspired from his travels to Mexico. And yes, he brought back tequila too.

5. Moon Shine

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Grab a drink at Moon Shine located on the rooftop of the Elyton. (Bham Now)

We couldn’t forget to mention Moon Shine Bar at the Elyton Hotel downtown. This bar has some amazing views of both downtown and Red Mountain and specialty cocktails for everyone to enjoy.

6. Roots & Revelry

What’s better than a Birmingham rooftop bar on a 19-story building? Located in the historic Thomas Jefferson Tower, Roots & Revelry uses local ingredients to make international food. Their cocktail menu is hard to beat.

7. The Roof

The Roof at Redmont Hotel, rooftop bar
Drinks with a view of downtown Birmingham. (Lauren Perry / Bham Now)

Talk about an aptly-named bar. The Roof is a breezy rooftop bar located on top of the Redmont Hotel on Fifth Ave. Like Moon Shine, it boasts some spectacular views.

8. The Terrace Bar

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Cheers! (Cecilia Wood / Bham Now)

Do you want to enjoy beautiful views of downtown Homewood? The Terrace Bar at the Valley Hotel is a perfect place to go for a night out. Sip on a refreshing glass of wine or craft cocktail while enjoying the warmth of a fire pit.

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Contributors to this guide include Cecilia Wood, Selah Vetter, Lauren Perry + Sarah Morgan Freeman

Which of these is your fave? What did we miss? Let us know @bhamnow.

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