Tampa Bay's best restaurant and bar patios with ridiculously scenic views

Jimmy’s On the edge

505 S Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater Beach. (727) 281-3200
Enjoy the views of the Gulf of Mexico to the Intercoastal Waterway at Clearwater's largest rooftop bar, Jimmy’s on the Edge. The spot has a 24 foot-long fire bar that serves up free Fireball shots everyday at 9 p.m.
Photo via Jimmy’s on The Edge

Ember

15015 Madeira Wy, Madeira Beach. (727) 350-7300
Grab a fruity drink and kick back and relax by the pool at Ember located along Madeira Beach. Enjoy fresh seafood favorites and don't miss out on the daily sunset toast.
Photo via Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg/Facebook

Evy’s Terrace Bar

635 S Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater Beach. (727) 281-4829
Evy’s rooftop bar has the perfect view of Clearwater Beach’s white sand while offering hand crafted cocktails, and shareable plates. The menu features an arrangement of boards, flatbreads and cocktail shrimp.
Photo via Evy’s Terrace Bar & Bistro/Facebook

Vista at the Top

214 Madonna Blvd., Tierra Verde. (727) 273-7970
Grab a mojito and soak up the views of the docks and the Gulf of Mexico at Vista at the Top. The spot offers a variety of seafood appetizers like tuna tataki and poké.
Photo via Vista at the Top/Facebook

Cane & Barrel

104 2nd Ave. S, St. Petersburg. 727-610-5427
Located in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, Cane & Barrel is a Cuban-inspired rooftop bar and cocktail lounge. The spot features two different bars, and features bites like a Cubano sandwich and yuca fries.
Photo via Cane & Barrel/Facebook

360 Rooftop Bar

3701 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. 727-456-8660
Found along the same scenic landscape as the historic Don Cesar, just two minutes down the road, take in the hotel bar’s stellar view of the Gulf of Mexico while sipping on a tropical Rum Runner.
Photo via The Hotel Zamora/Facebook

Sal y Mar

3650 Midtown Dr., Tampa. 813-692-3330
In the midst of Midtown is this rooftop bar with a view of the Tampa skyline you can’t get just anywhere. Latin-inspired tapas and a specialty cocktail menu with items such as the “Sal y Margarita” can be found here.
Photo via Sal y Mar/Facebook

Salt Shack on the Bay

5415 W Tyson Ave., Tampa, 813-444-4569
Sorry, but you’re not going to find a better view of the Gandy. Be sure to order the catch of the day “shack style”—baked in a bag with onions, peppers, and Caribbean spices and opened right at your table.
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M Bird

1903 Market St., Tampa. 813-296-2702
Up the stairs above Armature Works food hall you’ll find some great views of the Hillsborough River. Stop by for the “Out of Towner” tequila seltzer and shareable hot fried chicken sliders that are too good to pass up.
Photo via M. Bird/Facebook

Santo's Drinkeria

1607 N 22nd St., Ybor City. 813-248-1925
With a view of Ybor City's historic 7th Avenue, Santo’s—on the rooftop of Casa Santo Stefano—is one of the historic district's best spots to sip a Manhattan, or grab a bite of authentic Italian from the limited menu on the roof or the full dine-in selection downstairs.
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Jimmy’s Crows Nest

101 Coronado Dr., Clearwater Beach, 727-683-0002
Towering high above the trademark Pier 60 in Clearwater, a reptilian mascot welcomes guests with $15 “punch buckets” and mahi mahi fish spread.
Photo via Jimmy’s Crows Nest Website

Hula Bay Club

5210 W Tyson Ave., Tampa (813) 837-4852
Nestled along Tampa Bay’s waterfront, Hula Bay offers brunch, crafted cocktails and views that almost make you feel like you're on a tropical island. The casual menu features everything from sushi, burgers, bowls, and tacos.
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Spinners

5250 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. 727-360-1811
No obstructed views at this iconic revolving restaurant. Patrons can enjoy locally-sourced seafood that makes the ceviche and cedar key clams with a literal 360-view of Gulf Boulevard.
Photo via Spinners Website

Edge Rooftop Cocktail Lounge

1207 S Howard Ave., Tampa, 813-999-8700
This luxury lounge, located across the street from the iconic Bern’s Steak House, offers a new perspective of S Howard Avenue. Grab a glass from its extensive list of vino with a side of charcuterie.
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American Social

601 S Harbour Island Blvd. No. 107, Tampa, 813-605-3333
Make no mistake, this waterfront hangout has a great nightlife crowd, and the views of the Hillsborough River, downtown Tampa, and the convention center might have something to do with it.
Photo via American Social/Instagram

Vantage Rooftop Bar

2675 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater, 727-273-8760
Whether you’re popping in for the night or booking a room at The Karol Hotel for a much-needed staycation, take in the sights of Ulmerton Road with half shell oysters or a gin-mixed lavender lemonade.
Photo via Google Maps

Coconut Charlie’s Beach Bar and Grill

6100 Gulf Blv.d, St Pete Beach, 727-360-7041
Don’t be surprised if things get rowdy at Charlie’s, the motto promises that all who enter the establishment are about to meet some coco-nutty people. Just a few feet away from St. Pete Beach, so there’s plenty of sandy area to get a little nutty.
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Rick’s on the River

2305 N Willow Ave., Tampa. 813-251-0369
This classic Tampa river rat pub with its own marina has the perfect atmosphere for those searching for a cold one and a seat at the oyster bar.
Photo via Rick’s on the River Website

The Getaway

13090 Gandy Blvd. N, St. Petersburg, 727-317-5751
Tiki hut bars are in abundance on this list–but are the others approved by Netflix reality stars? This one was featured in the since-canceled "Selling Tampa." Soak in the sights over coconut shrimp and a mai tai.
Photo via The Getaway/Facebook

Rox Rooftop Bar

2545 N Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, 813-281-2545
Share the cityscape with the birds at the tallest rooftop bar overlooking the Courtney Campbell trail. Artistic takes on classic drinks such as an old fashioned engulfed in a smokey box to enhance the flavor and a chakra-cleansed drink known as “No Bad Juju” are a few of the many drink options found there.
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