The 5 Best Rooftop Bars in San Francisco

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The 5 Best Rooftop Bars in San Francisco

Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular rooftop bars in San Francisco.

Discover our local editors' hand-picked checklist of the absolute finest rooftop bars in San Francisco.
Shelby’s Rooftop
#1
4.1 Score
250 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
$$

Shelby’s Rooftop

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional rooftop bars experiences in San Francisco.

Why Our Editors Love It

Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.1/5 rating on Google Maps (623 reviews).

The View Lounge
#2
4.4 Score
780 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
$$$

The View Lounge

Massive arched windows showcase city views at this posh lounge serving cocktails & small plates.

Why Our Editors Love It

Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.4/5 rating on Google Maps (3209 reviews).

Cityscape
#3
4.5 Score
333 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
$$$

Cityscape

Upscale cocktail lounge serving New American small plates in modern quarters with panoramic vistas.

Why Our Editors Love It

Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.5/5 rating on Google Maps (2049 reviews).

Charmaine’s
#4
4.3 Score
Proper Hotel (Rooftop, 1100 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
$$$

Charmaine’s

A rooftop cocktail lounge & kitchen with highbrow bar bites, drinks by the Bon Vivants & city views.

Why Our Editors Love It

Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.3/5 rating on Google Maps (1941 reviews).

KAIYŌ Rooftop
#5
4.0 Score
701 3rd St 12th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
$$

KAIYŌ Rooftop

Upscale bar with a tropical theme, serving Japanese & Peruvian bites, plus cocktails.

Why Our Editors Love It

Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4/5 rating on Google Maps (855 reviews).