Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina. The region is popularly known as the City of Oaks due to its picturesque streets lined with beautiful oak trees. It is also famous for its Research Triangle Park. The tourists that visit Raleigh are equally fascinated by the delicious delights offered in the restaurants of this region. Some of the common favorite dishes include the BBQ, Bojangles, Shrimp n’ grits, and deviled eggs. If you are planning to visit Raleigh to savor the delicious dishes, here is a list of the best rooftop restaurants in Raleigh that will keep you coming back for more.
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1. Tin Roof
One of the best live music joints in Raleigh is Tin Roof on Glenwood Avenue. This restaurant pays special attention to giving the best music entertainment bringing in only the best local, regional, and national artists of different genres. The food is Southern-inspired, with some of the best being Nashville hot chicken, dixie biscuits, chicken and waffles, and many more. You can enjoy your drinks by the bar as you listen to vibrant performances, and you can also opt for a much more relaxed time at the open-air deck.
Tin Roof
Address: 300 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603, United States
Website: Tin Roof
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 4pm - 2am; Sat - Sun: 11am - 2am
2. Carolina Ale House
One of the Carolina states’ best contributions to the nightlife scene is Carolina Ale House. This restaurant chain has stores all over the two states, as well as one in Georgia and Tennessee and a few in Florida. The downtown Raleigh store displays a funky bar decor, and an outdoor seating area overlooking the neighborhood. For group options, try the BBQ Ribs Platter and the 30 Fresh Tenders Platter. Some other bestsellers are the beer-battered cheese curds and the artisan 5-cheese spinach dip.
Carolina Ale House
Address: 500 Glenwood Ave STE 300, Raleigh, NC 27603
Website: Carolina Ale House
Opening hours: 11am - 2am (daily)
3. Hibernian Pub & Restaurant
Hibernian Pub & Restaurant is known for its old-world flavor and Irish charm. Their dark wood interiors with cozy little nooks provide an authentic Irish ambiance. The restaurant is a social center where people of all age groups come together to enjoy delicious meals. The restaurant has a well-sculpted bar with a variety of creative drink options. The menu includes different combinations of salads, burgers and sandwiches. The restaurant also has a kid’s special menu that includes creamy mac and cheese, fish, chips and Chicken tenders. They also have some delicious desserts for people with a sweet tooth.
Hibernian Pub & Restaurant
Address: 8021 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615, United States
Website: Hibernian Pub & Restaurant
Opening hours: 11am - 2am (daily)
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4. Taverna Agora Greek Kitchen & Bar
Taverna Agora Greek Kitchen & Bar is known for its authentic Greek food. This place will give you a unique Raleigh rooftop dining experience. They serve dishes in old-world flavors with their rustic roots. They have a different menu for every kind of meal - brunch, lunch and dinner. They also have a separate kids’ menu that includes Pork Shishkabob Souvlaki and Baked Casserole Moussaka. They also serve milk, juice and soda. Recently, the Taverna Agora restaurant has expanded to incorporate modern hand-crafted cocktails in their menu. The guests at Taverna Agora can enjoy their meals in a lush dining hall or enjoy the open-air experience on their rooftop patio.
Taverna Agora Greek Kitchen & Bar
Address: 326 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603, United States
Website: Taverna Agora Greek Kitchen & Bar
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am - 11pm; Sun: 10:30am - 10pm
5. Raleigh Times Bar
Raleigh Times Bar is a popular restaurant-cum-tourist site in Raleigh. The walls of this rooftop bar in Raleigh are decorated with old press clippings and images from the Raleigh times newspaper. The building is over 100 years old and has been restored recently to be converted into a restaurant. The Raleigh Times Bar is famous for its hand-crafted beers with an authentic Belgian flavor. They have a unique inventive menu that includes bar snacks, sandwiches and different combinations of meal plates like The Improba Bowl and the Braised Pork Burrito. The restaurant also has a special kids menu with USD 5 dishes. In 2006, the restaurant expanded to a second-floor seating arrangement with a rooftop patio that offers the best views in Raleigh.
Raleigh Times Bar
Address: 14 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Website: Raleigh Times Bar
Opening hours: 11am - 2am (daily)
6. SKYE Tower Restaurant & Bar
Going out for some good grub is always a great idea if you don’t know the next thing to do in Raleigh. SKYE Tower Restaurant & Bar is located on the 20th floor of the hotel, offering the guests panoramic views of the city’s skyline. The restaurant serves South American eats and crafty cocktails.
This scenic restaurant in Raleigh is famous for its personalized breakfast options. Guests can pick the dishes of their choice to create a unique breakfast combo. They also have a vast dinner menu with appetizers, entrees, and beverages. They also have an accommodation facility with special rooms for meetings and private events.
SKYE Tower Restaurant & Bar
Address: 1726, 320 Hillsborough St 20th floor, Raleigh, NC 27603, United States
Website: SKYE Tower Restaurant & Bar
Opening hours: 6:30am - 10:30am, 5:30pm - 10pm (daily)
7. 10th and Terrace
10th and Terrace is a rooftop terrace and bar in Raleigh that offers perfect cocktails with local craft beers and fine wines. The restaurant serves contemporary American fusion dishes with an added North Carolina flavor. The menu has interesting dishes like smoked Jerusalem artichoke dip & crostini and the shrimp cocktail with crispy wontons, wasabi aioli, sweet chili sauce, which are all-time crowd favorites. The place is often visited for a girls’ night out, a romantic dinner date or after-work happy hours.
10th and Terrace
Address: 616 S Salisbury St f10, Raleigh, NC 27601, United States
Website: 10th and Terrace
Opening hours: Fri - Sat: 12pm - 12am; Sun - Thu: 3pm - 11:30pm
8. Lynwood Grill
Lynwood Grill is a pub grub eatery that is located at one of the most convenient spots in Raleigh. The restaurant is known for its specialty pizzas and house-brewed craft beers. The menu also offers special dishes every week. The place is a huge entertainment center with over 30 HD TVs placed all around the restaurant. The eatery also hosts trivia nights to add to the fun. The staff at Lynwood Grill is highly committed to ensuring the utmost customer satisfaction. All of this, added with the beautiful views of the rooftop seating, make Lynwood Grill one of the best eateries in Raleigh.
Lynwood Grill
Address: 4821 Grove Barton Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613, United States
Website: Lynwood Grill
Opening hours: 11am - 2am (daily)
9. Rudino's Rooftop
Rudino’s Rooftop is located in Harvest Plaza Shopping Center on Strickland Road. Rudino’s Rooftop can be summarised in four words - pizza, beer, grinders and sports. This restaurant with a great view in Raleigh creates a perfect ambiance with live music and contemporary decor. It is the social hub of Raleigh with people from different regions coming together to watch the Carolina Hurricanes and follow their favorite sports teams. Along with great entertainment, the restaurant also serves great food including delicious appetizers, wraps, salads, wings and burgers. The classic grinders of Rudino’s Rooftop still remain unmatched.
Rudino's Rooftop
Address: 8800 Harvest Oaks Drive, Suite 102, Raleigh, North Carolina
Website: Rudino’s Rooftop
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am - 12am; Sun: 11:30am - 12am
10. Solas
Editor’s note: Establishment is permanently closed
Solas is popularly known as Raleigh’s number one venue for entertainment. The establishment has three levels of entertainment for over 21 years of age. The first level is an inviting patio with a large banquet room and a classy bar area. The second level has two private dining rooms with luxurious decor. The roof deck is the ultimate crowd puller with its relaxing private lounge with a mesmerizing view of the Glenwood South. The Solas’ menu includes tapas-style small plates with an array of assorted delicacies like Asian fried chicken wings, braised short rib orecchiette and shrimp penne del mar.
Solas
Address: 419 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603, United States
Website: Solas
Opening hours: 4pm - 2am (daily)
Great food with a great view
These restaurants in Raleigh offer great food with great views with open-air seating options and outdoor patios. They serve delicious food from various cuisines and some of them even offer personalized combinations. A few of them have special menus for the kids, ensuring the whole family enjoys eating their favorite foods. The staff is friendly and the decor is homey. All of it comes together to give the guests a perfect mouth-watering experience.
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