Best Rooftop Bars & Restaurants in Adelaide
With 10 curated rooftop venues, Adelaide stands out as one of the top destinations for elevated dining and drinks in Australia. Most rooftop venues in Adelaide are rooftop bars, reflecting the city's unique dining culture. Including venues in Henley Beach and Parkside, this guide covers the wider Adelaide metropolitan area.
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Merrymaker Rooftop Bar
Adelaide, Australia
Sixteen storeys up, Merrymaker Rooftop Bar is Adelaide’s highest rooftop bar, offering sweeping 360° views across the city, from the Adelaide Hills to the coastline. A kaleidoscope of colourful Mediterranean inspired interiors sets the tone for sky high sipping, with a standout cocktail list, local South Australian wines and spirits, and a menu of Italian street food favourites. Always buzzing, Merrymaker is known for its vibrant events calendar, especially through the cooler months.
Nineteen Ten
Adelaide, Australia
Inspired by speakeasy prohibition era bars, Nineteen Ten is a glamourous rooftop cocktail lounge tucked away overlooking Adelaide's main nightlife strip, specialising in classic cocktails reinvented. Nineteen Ten is home to the Burlesque community as well as many other gorgeous local entertainment artists, complemented by live music year round. There is no better place for a premium entertainment experience over delicious cocktails while you catch up with your favourite people!
2KW Bar and Restaurant
Adelaide, Australia
2KW is a polished rooftop bar and restaurant above one of Adelaide’s historic CBD buildings. The venue combines a refined indoor dining room with an open terrace overlooking North Terrace, the River Torrens, and the city skyline. Food and drinks lean modern Australian, with cocktails, wine, and share-friendly plates playing a major role. It suits after-work drinks, long lunches, and more elevated evening gatherings.
Henley House Rooftop Bar
Henley Beach, Australia
Henley House Rooftop Bar brings a beachside rooftop experience to the Adelaide coastline. The venue combines indoor and outdoor seating with ocean views, a retro-inspired fit-out, and a relaxed social mood. Cocktails are central to the offering, backed by food and group-friendly seating across the wider venue. It is especially attractive for sunset drinks and easygoing weekends by the sea.
Hennessy Rooftop Bar
Adelaide, Australia
Hennessy Rooftop Bar sits above the Mayfair Hotel in the heart of Adelaide and offers a more sophisticated rooftop setting. The space blends indoor and outdoor areas with a lounge atmosphere, city views, and a strong champagne-and-cocktail identity. Light meals and premium drinks shape the experience more than full-scale dining. It is particularly well suited to evening drinks, special occasions, and stylish weekends in the CBD.
Luna10
Adelaide, Australia
Luna10 is an Adelaide rooftop venue located at Crowne Plaza Adelaide in the East End. The rooftop combines a poolside lounge atmosphere with panoramic city views, cocktails, and all-day dining. Its mood is contemporary and flexible, working equally well for after-work drinks, daytime catchups, and evening social visits. It stands out for pairing a rooftop bar experience with a sleek hotel setting and skyline outlook.
Rocket Bar & Rooftop
Adelaide, Australia
Rocket Bar & Rooftop is a long-running nightlife venue in Adelaide with an open-air rooftop above the main live music space. The rooftop has a more relaxed feel than the dancefloor below, with booths, greenery, and city-facing views. Drinks are the focus here, supported by a sociable weekend atmosphere and regular events. It is best suited to late-night visits and casual rooftop sessions tied to Adelaide’s entertainment scene.
Sôl Rooftop
Adelaide, Australia
Sôl Rooftop is an elegant rooftop bar and restaurant on top of the SkyCity Adelaide complex. The venue pairs a bright interior with a spacious terrace and broad views stretching from the hills toward the coast. Its food and drinks offering is more refined than casual, with cocktails, wine, and all-day dining central to the experience. It is a strong choice for brunch, sunset drinks, and polished evenings in the city center.
The Gallery
Adelaide, Australia
The Gallery is a central Adelaide rooftop venue that blends bar, dining, and events space in a stylish multi-level setting. Its rooftop has a relaxed but polished feel, with room for both casual drinks and larger social occasions. The menu includes cocktails, wines, bar snacks, and pizza, making it easygoing and versatile. It is especially suited to after-work gatherings and weekend visits in the CBD.
The Unley
Parkside, Australia
The Unley is a modern pub venue with a bright and colorful rooftop overlooking Unley Road. Compared with hotel rooftops, it feels more casual and neighborhood-oriented, with a full food and drinks offer throughout the day. Local wines, craft beer, cocktails, and classic pub-style dining make it broadly appealing. It is a dependable option for lunch, casual catchups, and easy evening drinks just outside the CBD.