Finding a place to party in Los Angeles is an easy thing to do. But finding the best rooftop party is completely other thing. But don’t despair, we’ve done the hard work for you! After visiting over 25 rooftop bars in Los Angeles recently, searching for the best party venues with a view, we could narrow it down to the 6 best elevated party spots in 2025!
This article comes packed with the following info about each rooftop venue:
If you don't want to stand in a long line or risk being denied by the entrance, make sure to arrive at these rooftops during early evening or sunset. Not only will you get magical photos and but also make sure you secure your party spot for the whole evening. Be prepared to dress to impress, to party with a view in LA is a popular thing to do among both trendy locals and sophisticated tourists.
The Party: Open nightly, Bar Lis comes with a sophisticated and lively atmosphere, mixing Southern California ease with Hollywood glamour. Weekday nights include live modern jazz night series and cool lounge vibes, while weekends are often more vibrant with DJ soundtracks and nightclub sessions.
Ambience: Very chic and quite beautiful in design, the rooftop blends the indoor with the outdoor, aiming to capture the style of the French Riviera. Plush lounge sofas, a stylish bar, cypress trees and a central water fountain are all surrounded with panoramic views over Hollywood Hills and Downtown LA. The rooftop menu is also infused with the seaside soul of the Cote D’Azur, including Summer Spritz cocktails, premium spirits, wine and bubbles by the glass or bottle, along with bistro-inspired small plates.
What we think: We visited Bar Lis for some evening cocktails followed by a full party night with drink table and live DJ sets. The vibe was amazing, much thanks to the fantastic DJ. The crowd here is super trendy and the club is very popular, so be prepared to stand in line down on street level to get in here.
Dress code: The Bar Lis dress code is smart casual. Beachwear athletic tops, t-shirts & sweatpants, casual shorts, flip-flops (including rubber & plastic thongs) are not permitted.
BAR LIS
The Party From the roof terrace at the lovely Hotel Erwin rooftop bar, you get some amazing views over the Pacific Ocean and Venice Beach. High Rooftop Lounge at Hotel Erwin is an LA rooftop worth a visit both day and night, but the one time you really should try to be here is during sunset hour followed by a party night. There are often live DJs picking up the pace a notch here during weekends.
Ambience: Being the only rooftop in Venice, High Rooftop Lounge feels a lot like a continuation of the beach below, with lounge sofas and large umbrellas. The only difference might be that up here you also have infrared (and blankets) keeping the heat up on chilly nights. The rooftop bar offers a good selection of well-made specialty cocktails and different Californian beers, along with some tasty bar bites and a weekend brunch. The menu even includes sunscreen, so visits during sunny days are no problem at all.
What we think: The magical view of the sun going down behind the Pacific Ocean is something everybody should experience, at least once! To do so while having a party is even better. Expect a great lounge vibe on the terrace, and a more club-like atmosphere in the alter hours. Just as it should be!
Dress code: The High Rooftop Lounge dress code is smart casual. Smart casual is an approach to dressing professionally that mixes trendier pieces in with classic staples. The goal is an appearance that’s clean and professional but doesn’t look too formal.
HIGH ROOFTOP LOUNGE
The Party: E.P. & L.P. hosts one of the best party vibes in Hollywood. Trendy people gather here to enjoy the DJ tunes while gazing out over the Hollywood Hills. The place is very popular, and during weekends the line is usually very long at the entrance on the ground floor. And we can understands why, this is a superb location for perfect night out.
Ambience: Found in the heart of West Hollywood, E.P. & L.P. Rooftop Bar holds one of the largest roof terraces across Los Angeles, stylish decorated with greenery, fire pits and cozy night time lighting. From the terrace you get a lovely and expansive view over Hollywood Hills and Sunset Strip. The rooftop bar offers some really tasty hand-crafted cocktails, available by the glass or pitcher. There are also frozen creations, and a nice selection of beer, sparkling and wine.
What we think: E.P. & L.P. Rooftop Bar has been one of our favorite rooftop bars in LA since our first visit in 2018. And after our latest visit in 2024, the feeling still stands. Apart from great views and drinks, E.P. & L.P. also offers a great party atmosphere. Lively, fun and friendly, usually with a lot of people, but also a lot of space.
Dress code: The E.P. & L.P. Rooftop dress code is smart casual. So, typically, it’s a look that lands between a pair of jeans and a T-shirt, and a full-on suit and tie look. You can mix elements of those two outfits, or you can add or takeaway things to make it smart casual.
E.P. & L.P. ROOFTOP BAR
The Party: Found in the heart of Hollywood, Grandmaster Recorders is a historic recording studio, that in 2021 turned into a modern rooftop venue. For the rooftop party, the only day available are Saturdays, when the terrace is open until 02 AM. All other days it closes at 10 PM.
Ambience: With a large and stylish bar, and a mix of dining tables and comfy lounge spots, the beautiful rooftop comes surrounded with equally beautiful views, over the Hollywood skyline and the Hollywood Hills. Offering its own menu, the Grandmaster Rooftop serves specialty cocktails named after songs and albums recorded by artist in the old studio, along with spritzes, craft beers and wine. There is also plenty of options to keep the hunger at bay, from antipasti to wood-fired pizza.
What we think: The Grandmaster Rooftop works on a first come, first served basis. So just show up, grab a spot and enjoy the party vibe, great views, food and drinks. During Wednesday to Friday 4-6pm Aperitivo Happy Hour is served with extra good deals. But as mentioned, for the full party, you must come here Saturday.
Dress code: The Grandmaster Rooftop dress code is smart casual. Smart casual is an approach to dressing professionally that mixes trendier pieces in with classic staples. The goal is an appearance that’s clean and professional but doesn’t look too formal.
GRANDMASTER ROOFTOP
The Party: Harriet’s West Hollywood is a prime spot for having a party with fantastic and panoramic views over Hollywood and the Los Angeles skyline. With live DJ sets, a trendy Hollywood crowd and an upscale vibe, this is a prime spot for a weekend party with a view.
Drinks and Food: Charming and trendy in decoration, Harriet’s come with an indoor lounge and a semi-open rooftop terrace, that also can be covered. So it is a rooftop for all weather. Open nightly, the rooftop bar aims to 'preserve the values of an old-fashioned cocktail lounge', and here you can enjoy crafted signature cocktails made with fresh and seasonal ingredients. There is also wine, beer, bottle service and quite a filling dinner menu.
What we think: After visiting Harriet’s Brooklyn and Harriet’s Toronto, our expectations were high entering the LA location. And we weren’t disappointed. Filled with vibrant lounge vibes and nice music, Harriet's Rooftop is a great venue for a full rooftop party night with friends.
Dress code: The Harriet's Rooftop dress code is smart casual. Smart casual is an approach to dressing professionally that mixes trendier pieces in with classic staples. The goal is an appearance that’s clean and professional but doesn’t look too formal.
HARRIET'S ROOFTOP
Rikard has spent the last 10 years exploring, enjoying, researching and working with rooftop venues. During these years he has visited more than 700 rooftops across the globe. The experience he has gained is used to create helpful, in-depth and accessible content, and to share his knowledge and rooftop expertise with fellow rooftop-lovers.
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