Best Rooftop Bars & Restaurants in Frankfurt
With 14 curated rooftop venues, Frankfurt stands out as one of the top destinations for elevated dining and drinks in Germany. The rooftop scene here features rooftop bars, rooftop venues, giving you plenty of options whether you're looking for cocktails, a full meal, or a relaxed afternoon above the city. Including venues in Frankfurt am Main, this guide covers the wider Frankfurt metropolitan area.
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NFT Skybar
Frankfurt, Germany
NFT Skybar stands high above the city and is known for its dramatic panoramic views from the upper levels of nhow Frankfurt. The design leans creative and futuristic, giving the venue a more distinctive character than a classic hotel bar. Drinks and bites are served in a setting built around skyline views and a strong visual identity. It is especially appealing for sunset visits and special-occasion drinks.
Occhio d’Oro
Frankfurt, Germany
Occhio d'Oro combines an Italian rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar with one of the more classic skyline settings in Frankfurt. The venue feels contemporary yet refined, with a strong focus on cuisine, wine, and evening atmosphere. Views across the city complement the dining experience without overpowering it. It is a fitting option for guests who want a rooftop with a culinary emphasis and a more composed tone.
Oosten
Frankfurt, Germany
OOSTEN is a multi-level restaurant, rooftop bar and event location located directly on the river Main in Frankfurt’s Ostend district. With its industrial architecture, open spaces and expansive terrace, it offers a unique urban setting combined with one of the most impressive skyline views in the city.The concept brings together relaxed dining, high-quality drinks and a vibrant atmosphere that evolves throughout the day and into the evening. Whether for dinner, sunset drinks or special occasions, OOSTEN creates a setting that feels both dynamic and effortless.With a direct view of the Frankfurt skyline and its riverside location, OOSTEN offers a perspective that is truly one of a kind.
THE ROOF
Frankfurt, Germany
THE ROOF – Restaurant, Bar & Lounge is located on the 12th floor of b'mine Frankfurt Airport. Combining innovative fusion cuisine with international flavors, the venue offers a stylish atmosphere with impressive views across Frankfurt. The spacious 170 m² rooftop terrace invites guests to enjoy unique planespotting experiences and direct views of Frankfurt Airport.
ALEX Frankfurt Skyline Plaza
Frankfurt, Germany
ALEX at Skyline Plaza offers a large rooftop terrace with a lounge-style atmosphere in the Europaviertel. The concept is broad and flexible, covering breakfast, meals, coffee, and evening drinks rather than focusing only on cocktails. Its generous terrace makes it feel more open and easygoing than many compact hotel rooftops. It is a practical all-day rooftop choice for casual visits and mixed groups.
Chicago Roof
Frankfurt, Germany
Chicago Roof sits on top of Gekko House and presents itself as an urban rooftop garden with a more casual, design-led character. The atmosphere feels youthful and laid-back, with drinks and bites served against skyline views. Its style is less formal than many of Frankfurt’s polished hotel rooftops, which gives it a more relaxed appeal. It is a strong pick for easy evening drinks in the Gallus area.
Citybeach Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Germany
Citybeach is one of Frankfurt’s more playful rooftop concepts, built around a beach-club mood high above the city. Pools, loungers, cocktails, and casual food create a relaxed summer escape with skyline views. The venue is more informal and leisure-focused than a classic rooftop lounge or hotel bar. It works particularly well for daytime visits, groups, and warm-weather social occasions.
GAIA Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Germany
GAIA transforms the roof of the stock exchange parking structure into a seasonal rooftop lounge with a lively social feel. The concept mixes Mediterranean dining, cocktails, and a rooftop pool with open 360-degree city views. Its atmosphere is more summery and energetic than many of Frankfurt’s hotel rooftops. This is a good choice for guests looking for a fashionable rooftop with a stronger lounge scene.
GALERIA Restaurant - The View
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Set atop the GALERIA building at Hauptwache, this rooftop venue combines a self-service restaurant format with wide city views. The atmosphere is easygoing and practical, making it suitable for shopping breaks, casual lunches, and informal meet-ups. Its main draw is the central location and open panorama over downtown Frankfurt. The experience is more accessible and daytime-oriented than nightlife-driven.
Oaks Bar
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Oaks Bar adds a newer elevated option to Frankfurt’s rooftop scene from the NH Collection Frankfurt Spin Tower. The concept centers on a spacious terrace, skyline views, and a more contemporary hotel-bar atmosphere with cocktails and selected evenings of music. It feels sleek and urban rather than seasonal or beachy. This makes it a useful choice for visitors seeking a modern rooftop outside the older established list.
Oben Restaurant & Skybar
Frankfurt, Germany
Oben occupies an elevated perch at Meliá Frankfurt City and offers a sleek mix of restaurant and skybar. The venue pairs floor-to-ceiling views with a refined dining and cocktail program, giving it a more upscale and polished profile. Mediterranean flavors and signature drinks shape the experience, while the terrace opens the room to the skyline. It is best suited to visitors seeking a more elegant rooftop evening.
Ruby Louise Rooftop Bar
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
The rooftop at Ruby Louise offers a stylish but approachable setting in the middle of downtown Frankfurt. String lights, lounge seating, and skyline views give it a relaxed urban character that works well for sundowners and casual evening drinks. The bar menu leans toward cocktails and light snacks rather than a formal dining concept. It is a good match for guests who want a central rooftop with a modern boutique-hotel feel.
Skyline Garden
Frankfurt, Germany
Skyline Garden is a large rooftop oasis on top of Skyline Plaza in Frankfurt’s Europaviertel. The space combines green open-air areas, skyline views, and a relaxed public-terrace atmosphere rather than a classic standalone cocktail bar concept. It also includes leisure features and direct access to rooftop dining on site. This makes it a flexible rooftop stop for casual visits, daytime breaks, and seasonal events.
The Blasky Hotel & Rooftop
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
The Blasky brings a stylish rooftop setting to Sachsenhausen with a restaurant, bar, and broad skyline outlook. The mood is polished but not overly formal, with indoor seating and an open terrace that works well from aperitivo into the evening. Food and cocktails are central to the experience, making it a strong all-round rooftop option. It suits guests looking for a contemporary hotel rooftop away from the busiest central cluster.