Best Rooftop Restaurants in Williamsburg
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Westlight
360-degree panoramic views with an upscale rooftop bar experience.
Essential Picks
#1
Westlight
9
A stylish rooftop bar offering creative cocktails and breathtaking 360-degree views of Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Must-Try Dishes:
Westlight Burger, Chili Lime Shrimp, Crispy Pork Belly
What Makes it Special: 360-degree panoramic views with an upscale rooftop bar experience.
Notable Picks
#2
Laser Wolf
8.6
Laser Wolf is chef Michael Solomonov’s Israeli rooftop shipudiya atop The Hoxton, built around unlimited salatim, charcoal-grilled skewers, and Manhattan skyline views.﹖cite﹖3﹖turn3search1﹖﹖cite﹖19﹖turn1search19﹖ The fixed-price format and lively room make it more of a celebratory group dinner than a hushed tasting menu, but the food, views, and energy all land in special-occasion territory.﹖cite﹖10﹖turn2search10﹖
Must-Try Dishes:
Salatim and hummus spread with house pita, Lamb kofta or mixed grill skewers, Brown sugar soft-serve sundae with crunchy toppings
What Makes it Special: A rooftop Israeli grill with unlimited salatim and skyline views.﹖cite﹖19﹖turn1search19﹖
8.6
A chic rooftop bar at Wythe Hotel, offering artisanal cocktails and sweeping views of Manhattan’s skyline.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled Oysters, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Spicy Tuna Tartare
What Makes it Special: A chic rooftop offering stunning views and artisanal cocktails.
#4
Night of Joy
8.1
Night of Joy is an antique-filled cocktail bar with a seasonal roof patio and frozen margaritas that become one of Williamsburg’s best-value happy hour plays. With herb-infused spirits, $7-ish frozen drinks early in the evening, and a crowd that ramps up quickly, it’s a go-to pre-dinner or pre-Barcade stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Frozen Lime Margarita, Dill & Beet Vodka Cocktail, Basil & Lime Vodka Gimlet
What Makes it Special: Frozen margaritas and infused cocktails on a vintage-feeling rooftop patio.