Asheville, famed for some of the most spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain vistas, is seeing its popularity peak in a different arena: rooftop bars. Downtown Asheville boasts an ever-growing number of elevated outdoor bars and restaurants, featuring eclectic menus to go with those breathtaking views. Following, some of the most popular rooftop destinations from which to drink it all in:
The Montford Rooftop Bar, atop the eight-floor Hyatt Place Hotel, offers mountain views from the outdoor terrace or the indoor bar. The Montford features a seasonal cocktail menu, with accompanying small bites crafted from locally sourced ingredients. 199 Haywood St.
Pillar, part of downtown Asheville’s Hilton Garden Inn, offers signature craft cocktails, regional beers and sustainable wines, coupled with small plates of Southern fare. The sixth-floor outdoor terrace offers the perfect perch from which to soak in sunset vistas; its indoor lounge provides year-round views. 309 College St.
Hemingway’s Cuba Restaurant & Bar, on the fourth floor of the Cambria Hotel, has an outdoor terrace with a firepit. Soak in downtown and mountain views while enjoying craft cocktails and Cuban cuisine. 15 Page Ave.
AC Hotel has a large rooftop bar overlooking Pack Square Park and City Hall. The ninth-floor venue, which also has a spacious indoor bar, features a tapas-style menu. 10 Broadway St.
Social Lounge, one of Asheville’s first rooftop bars, offers a bird’s eye view of bustling Broadway below. Visitors to the cozy rooftop destination can enjoy a range of cocktails, wines and local beers, as well as small plates. 29 Broadway St.
SkyBar features vistas from its multiple fire escape terraces atop the Flatiron Building. The unique seasonal experience begins with a ride up to the eighth floor in the building’s original elevator. Enjoy drinks and appetizers along with panoramic views. 18 Battery Park Ave.
The Top of the Monk sports signature hand-crafted classic cocktails featuring house-made bitters, infusions, syrups and fresh-squeezed juices. The cozy downtown patio, perched above Pritchard Park, offers city views framed by string lights. 92 Patton Ave.
Highland Brewery, in East Asheville, is famed for its open-air Meadow, featuring food trucks and live entertainment. Adding to the brewery’s popularity is its seasonal rooftop patio, surrounded by sweeping mountain views. Visitors can enjoy one of many Highland beers on tap, and they can even bring their furry friends to the dog-friendly venue. 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite 200
For a personally guided tour of neighborhoods within walking distance of rooftop bars, or for more information on real estate anywhere in Asheville, please contact Mike Figura at Mike@MyMosaicRealty.com or call him anytime at (828) 337-8190.
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