6 Gorgeous SF Rooftop Restaurants For Al Fresco Dining
By Katie SweeneyBy Katie Sweeney|June 13, 2023|Food & Drink, Feature,
Care to dine al fresco? These stunning rooftops are sure to hit the spot.
CAVAÑA
Exit the elevator on the 17th floor of the Luma Hotel and enjoy the stunning views of the city and Bay, pulsating Latin beats, and tantalizing aromas wafting from the kitchen. Cavaña is SF’s newest rooftop bar and a unique experience unlike anything else in the city. 100 Channel St. 17th Floor, 415.757.1470, cavanasf.com
CHARMAINE’S
Perched above the Proper Hotel’s flatiron building, Charmaine’s is the city’s most stylish rooftop. The fashionable bar serves delectable bites during dinner, and instead of brunch, Charmaine’s throws a paella and Rosé party every other Sunday. 45 McAllister St., 628.895.2039, properhotel.com/hotels/san-francisco/restaurants-bars/charmaines
EL TECHO DE LOLINDA
El Techo de Lolinda is a Mission hot spot serving Latin American street food with a city skyline as its backdrop. On warm days, the pitchers of margaritas and sangria flow. 2516 Mission St., 415.550.6970, eltechosf.com
DIRTY HABIT
The firepits at the fifth-floor rooftop patio of Dirty Habit are one of our favorite places to sip a glass of rosé. With DJ sets and shared plates, the bar has an intimate feel that’s a fantastic and fun scene. 12 Fourth St., 5th Floor, 415.344.3325, zhotelssf.com/zelos/#dining
BAR NONNINA
Walk down an unmarked hallway at Fiorella Inner Sunset and discover the hidden rooftop destination, Bar Nonnina. A moody atmosphere, glowing fireplace, and only 14 seats make it one of the city’s most exclusive places to drink Lambrusco slushies. 1240 Ninth Ave., 415.404.6997, barnonnina.com
GOOD GOOD CULTURE CLUB
Innovative Asian cuisine is on the menu at the roof garden of Good Good Culture Club. This popular Mission restaurant is committed to providing equal pay to its staff, a practice it’s hoping paves the way for other eateries to follow. 3560 18th St., goodgoodcultureclub.com