- Linea / Closer to the Moon – Located on the roof of Victoria Store building, Linea is probably the most iconic rooftop bar in downtown Bucharest, offering a 360 ° view of Old Town and surroundings. Renowned for its cosmic design (with bright spheres as full moon) and for inventive cocktails, Linea attracts both locals and tourists. Recommendation: Enjoy a Moonlight Cocktail (with gin infused, lavender and lime) along with a tapas plate at sunset – the moment the view becomes magical. Prices: 35-50 lei cocktails, 40-80 lei preparations. The atmosphere is vibrant, with DJ or even live music on some nights. “Perfect place! We liked everything – the ambience was wonderful, with live music, welcoming hosts… Excellent food and unrivalled view” – confesses to a delighted customer. Linea is famous for its stunning view: “a popular and iconic rooftop bar that offers stunning panoramic views over Bucharest’s skyline.” Early booking is essential, especially on weekends, when everyone wants “to be closer to the moon.”
- 18 Lounge by Embassy – Located on the 18th floor of a building near the Free Press Square (Sky Tower), 18 Lounge offers an impressive view of the northern area – Herastrau Park, the Arc de Triomf and the entire city at your feet. The restaurant-bar has a modern design and huge windows from floor to ceiling for spectacular views. Recommendation: Have dinner in the sunset light – fine dining preparations (international cuisine) combine perfectly with the view. Prices: main dish 60-120 lei; cocktails 30-45 lei. A couple tells: “Dinner was excellent, the service impeccable… was a bit crowded, but the really special view was worth it.” The atmosphere at 18 Lounge is elegant, with lounge music in deaf; in the evening, the city lights create a romantic setting. A guest notes: “The location is very nice, and the view is really special, it is worth it.” For a top experience in Bucharest, 18 Lounge combines gastronomy with panorama in a memorable way.
- Aria TNB – Located on the terrace of the National Theatre Bucharest, Aria TNB is a relatively new rooftop bar & restaurant, but already loved for direct view to the city center and its chic atmosphere. The generous space, with lounge areas and dining tables, has a modern setting, with vegetation and ambient lights, while offering an urban oasis above the excitement of the University Square. Recommendation: starts in the evening with a glass of progecco on sunset over historic buildings and crowded boulevards – from above, everything seems quieter. Prices: appetizers 30-50 lei; main course 50-100 lei; drinks 25-50 lei. “Rooftop with perfect view to the center of Bucharest, stylish interior, modern and relaxed. Ideal to impress someone or simply spoil yourself” – notes a visitor. Live music evenings or DJ set are often held, giving a vibrant vibe. As part of the Embassy group, the menu combines international dishes with a good selection of classic wines and cocktails. Aria TNB quickly became the place to be: whether you want a romantic dinner under the stars or a gang outing for panoramic photos, this rooftop does not disappoint in offering “a comfortable frame, tasted decor and a view of you leaves you speechless” – as the guests say.
- Amethyst Sky Bar & Rooftop – On the 12th floor of the downtown Marmorosch Hotel, Amethyst Sky Bar combines the refinement of a skyrestaurant with the energy of a cocktail bar at height. The interior design is contemporary and elegant, and the uncovered terrace offers a wide view of the Bucharest skyline, especially in the evening, when the buildings are light-headed. Recommendation: gourmet menu of international inspiration – for example, shrimp tempura with sweet-chili sauce as an aperitif and a Lavrak (dorada) with vegetables confiscated as the main course, accompanied by a signature purple Sunset cocktail. Prices: main course 80-150 lei; cocktails 35-60 lei. Visitors commend in unison both food and services and especially the framework: “The place, the view, the food — everything was perfect. Everything so delicious, the plentiful portions, and the cocktails presented beautifully.” A local review highlights: “Very good food (juicy burger, excellent shrimp, delicious butter asparagus, plus special cocktails). The atmosphere and serving – to the height.” Whether you come for a romantic sunset, for a business dinner or to enjoy a drink with your friends at the evening clock, Amethyst Sky Bar promises a “high” experience – literally and figuratively – of fine gastronomy with panoramic view, in a sophisticated environment.
- Pura Vida Sky Bar – For a younger and bohemian atmosphere, Pura Vida of the Old Center is the perfect choice. Located on the roof of a historic building on Smârdan Street, this sky bar has a bohochic air, with coloured pillows, pallets furniture and views to the lace roofs of the old center. Recommendation: Try a tropical cocktail (mojito or pina colada) or a homemade lemonade and admire the bustle on the top Lipscani. Prices: beer / cocktail 15-40 lei; 20-35 lei snacks. Being associated with a hostel, Pura Vida attracts many tourists, so you will hear different languages and feel cosmopolitan energy. Summer evenings often bring themed parties or jam acoustic sessions. Those who come here love relaxed vibration: nothing compares to sitting on a beanbag, under the lights and garlands, looking at the moon over Manuc’s Inn. “This place knows for sure how to make its presence felt: alternative electronic beats and dancing under the open sky, under a vine umbrella” poetically describes a visitor experience from Pura Vida. Don’t expect luxury, but at good vibes & good view – the unofficial motto of this accessible rooftop, where everyone feels welcome. On sunny days or warm evenings, Pura Vida Sky Bar offers perhaps Bucharest’s most panoramic “relex,” for a chat and wine.
This article is an English translation and adaptation of the original Romanian article on Lista Scurtă. Read the Romanian version.
