{"id":2512,"date":"2019-07-25T14:13:38","date_gmt":"2019-07-25T14:13:38","guid":{"rendered":"\/flatmate-HQ\/?p=2512"},"modified":"2019-07-30T13:39:06","modified_gmt":"2019-07-30T13:39:06","slug":"best-london-rooftop-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/flatmate-HQ\/best-london-rooftop-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"12 of London&#8217;s best rooftop bars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The sun\u2019s out and that means two things and two things only for the people of London: it\u2019s time to moan about how hot the tube is and time to scout out the best rooftop bars (so you can moan about how hot the tube is with a beer in hand). Grab your mates because at these rooftop bars, the sky\u2019s the limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/netil360.com\/\">Netil360<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"594\" height=\"596\" src=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Netil360.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2525\" srcset=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Netil360.png 594w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Netil360-150x150.png 150w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Netil360-300x300.png 300w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Netil360-100x100.png 100w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Netil360-440x440.png 440w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Netil360-96x96.png 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 594px) 100vw, 594px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The clue\u2019s in the name and no, this place doesn\u2019t leave you with a painful aftermath (unless you fall down the solid concrete stairs &#8211; descend with diligence after a few rooftop beers). Instead, you\u2019ll find panoramic views of London whilst you perch on the grassy seating area, with a beer in hand, brandishing the bar\u2019s very own dog. It\u2019s enough to make anyone\u2019s tail wag.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: 1 Westgate St, London, E8 3RL&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>2. <a href=\"http:\/\/boldtendencies.com\/franks-cafe\/\">Franks Cafe<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You might want to forget taking your grandma for a trip to this hotspot as she\u2019ll be disappointed by the lack of tea and scones that this cafe serves up. If you\u2019ve never been then prepare yourself to think pink as you ascend London\u2019s most Instagrammable staircase. A converted car park, this bar is a firm favourite amongst all rooftop worshipers &#8211; you just <em>car-<\/em>n\u2019t miss out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Peckham Levels, London, SE15 4ST<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>3. <a href=\"http:\/\/queenofhoxton.com\/\">Queen of Hoxton<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can expect a royal good time at Hoxton\u2019s rooftop bar, especially if you\u2019re a fan of themes and wacky, nonsensical items. The Queen of Hoxton regularly gives their rooftop a spruce, and has seen people rubbing shoulders with Mexican wrestlers, and even hosting \u2018wedding ceremonies\u2019 in their Las Vegas-themed love chapel. Lucky for some who had one too many shots of vodka, these weddings weren\u2019t legitimate. Look out for events such as outdoor movies and rooftop yoga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: 1-5 Curtain Rd, Hackney, London, EC2A 3JX<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.madisonlondon.net\/\">Madison<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With one of London\u2019s most picturesque views, this snazzy rooftop bar overlooks St Pauls Cathedral. It\u2019s a little on the expensive side but no one\u2019s complaining when their Instagram has the mother church peeping in the background.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Rooftop Terrace One, New Change, London, EC4M 9AF<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>5. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.roofeast.com\/\">Roof East<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Roof-East-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2526\" srcset=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Roof-East-1024x512.jpg 1024w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Roof-East-300x150.jpg 300w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Roof-East-768x384.jpg 768w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Roof-East.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Never shy of a lick of colour, this bouncing rooftop is London\u2019s greatest playground for adults. Expect crazy golf, bowling and VR-influenced football. This rooftop bar really is a whole different ball game to the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: 7 &amp; 8 Stratford Multi Storey Car PArk, Great Eastern Rd, London, E15 1BB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>6. <a href=\"https:\/\/boundary.london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Boundary (opens in a new tab)\">Boundary<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For bounds of fun, this classy rooftop, sprinkled with greenery is a tranquil place for a rooftop cocktail. If you\u2019re a sucker for fairy lights, enjoyment is 100% guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: 2-4 Boundary St, Hackney, London, E2 7DD<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>7. <a href=\"https:\/\/bigchillbar.com\/kings-cross?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=local&amp;utm_campaign=glocal_kc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Big Chill (opens in a new tab)\">Big Chill<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re more of a \u2018hotdogs and trainers\u2019 than \u2018caviar and Louis Vuittons\u2019 type of person then no rooftop is more welcoming than the Big Chill. This year, they\u2019ve opted for a pink colour-theme, meaning positive vibes only as you head to the rooftop with your invisible rose-tinted glasses on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: 257-259 Pentonville Rd, London, N1 9NL<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>8. <a href=\"http:\/\/aviarylondon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Aviary (opens in a new tab)\">Aviary<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"594\" height=\"595\" src=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Aviary.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2527\" srcset=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Aviary.png 594w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Aviary-150x150.png 150w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Aviary-300x300.png 300w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Aviary-100x100.png 100w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Aviary-440x440.png 440w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/07\/Aviary-96x96.png 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 594px) 100vw, 594px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This bird-themed rooftop restaurant and bar nests in Finsbury Square and has a lot of people raven about it. Service is im-peck-able and with a phenomenal view of London, you\u2019re sure to have an experience which is far from un-pheasant. What the cluck are you waiting for?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Royal London House, 10th Floor Montcalm, 22-25 Finsbury Square, London, EC2A 1DX<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coqdargent.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Coq d\u2019Argent (opens in a new tab)\">Coq d\u2019Argent<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ooo la la, this French restaurant takes the win for its greenery with its grassy rooftop. Not only do you get great views of the city from this flying garden, but being in the centre of it all means you\u2019re in close proximity to all the London greats including St Paul\u2019s Cathedral, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and Southbank. Did someone say bar crawl?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: 1 Poultry, London, EC2R 8EJ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>10. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theculpeper.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"The Culpeper (opens in a new tab)\">The Culpeper<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This rooftop is the perfect place to sit back, relax and take in the herbs (no &#8211; not that kind of herb). Named after herbalist Nicholas Culpeper (ironically his real name given the rooftop he inspired really does grow herbs and vegetables, including peppers), this idiosyncratic bar paves the way for going green by promoting sustainability and growing the very herbs and vegetables they serve to customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: 40 Commercial St, Spitalfields, London, E1 6LP<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>11. <a href=\"https:\/\/pergolalondon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Pergola on the roof (opens in a new tab)\">Pergola on the roof<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With hanging plants above your head, you almost feel like you\u2019ve stepped into the belly of a garden (in a non-creepy way). It\u2019s a refreshing change to London\u2019s smokey sky and as one of the larger venues, it\u2019s one to bring <em>all<\/em> your mates too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: 5 Kingdom St, Paddington, London, W2 6PY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>12. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bar-elba.co.uk\/?utm_source=Local&amp;utm_medium=GMB&amp;utm_campaign=Elba%20GMB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Bar Elba (opens in a new tab)\">Bar Elba<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by Napoleon\u2019s exile, which left him on the Mediterranean island of Elba which he took a small handful of 600 of his mates to so they could spend their days partying, this rooftop is a chilled snippet of paradise in the hectic city.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Location: Rooftop Mercury House, 109-117 Waterloo Rd, Lambeth, London, SE1 8UL<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What are you waiting for? 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