The ultimate guide to London’s best rooftop spots for summer 2025

As the weather warms and we experience late sunsets, there’s no better way to soak up London’s summer energy than from one of the city’s many rooftops. Whether you’re after sky-high cocktails, laid-back terrace dining, or a leafy perch for people-watching over the skyline, London has a rooftop for every mood and moment. This is our definitive guide to the best rooftops to visit in London this summer 2025 — from glamorous West End hotel bars to hidden gems in the East.

Sachi London

Sachi London

#FLODown: Tucked away on the second floor of the Pantechnicon building in Belgravia, Sachi offers a refined kappo-style dining experience with a luxurious rooftop terrace. The minimalist interiors, with flowing cream-coloured drapes and potted plants, create a serene atmosphere. The menu features an assortment of dishes from tempura and sashimi to decadent sushi platters and oscietra caviar. Highlights include the wagyu, eringi mushroom and yuzu maki rolls, and the bluefin tuna carpaccio with truffle. The rooftop bar, inspired by the Kyoto Garden, is filled with natural light and offers a selection of sake cocktails .

Location: 19 Motcomb Street, London SW1X 8LB sachirestaurants.com; @sachi.london

The Culpeper

The Culpeper Rooftop. Image courtesy of The Culpeper. Image credit Ola Smit.

#FLODown: A classic East End pub with a twist, The Culpeper features a rooftop garden transformed into a British woodland, with silver birch and hazel trees overlooking panoramic views of East London. The new open-fire menu, The Great Woodland Grill, includes dishes like smoked mackerel pâté and organic chicken with thyme, while cocktails are crafted with house-infused spirits inspired by the wild surroundings. It’s the perfect spot for those looking for great food in a laid-back, serene atmosphere.

Click here for our full review of The Culpeper ‘woodland’ rooftop.

Location: 40 Commercial Street, London E1 6LP. theculpeper.com; @theculpeper

Yasmin Soho

Tollington's, Finsbury Park Image credit Greg Holland.

#FLODown: Situated on the sixth floor of 1 Warwick in the heart of Soho, Yasmin is an intimate rooftop restaurant and bar with a wrap-around terrace. The menu, inspired by Executive Chef Tom Cenci’s time in Istanbul, offers Middle Eastern sharing plates like Spinach and Feta Börek, Sumac Smoked Duck, and Lamb Rump Skewers. Signature cocktails, such as the Grand Bazaar and Shapash, complement the dishes. The stylish interiorsmcreate a glamorous yet informal space perfect for both relaxed lunches and late-night dining.

Location: 1 Warwick Street, London W1B 5LR; yasminsoho.com; @yasminsoho

Flute at The Broadwick Soho

Flute at the Broadwick, Soho.

#FLODown: Flute is Soho’s rooftop gem with serious personality—located at the Broadwick Hotel, it’s named after a 19th-century flute-maker but way more fun than that sounds. With animal-print seats, cork walls, mirrored ceilings, and a bold palm-frond carpet, it’s maximalism done right. The onyx bar serves up inventive cocktails, the food’s made for sharing (and showing off), and there’s live music to keep things buzzing. The terrace wraps around with glorious views over Soho, making it the perfect spot to sip, snack, and soak up the city in true London style.

Location: 7th Floor, 20 Broadwick Street, London W1F 8HT. broadwicksoho.com; @broadwicksoho

Kioku by Endo

Kioku by Endo at The OWO.

#FLODown: Kioku by Endo is a rooftop restaurant at The OWO named after the Japanese word for ‘memory.’ It offers a unique menu reflecting Michelin-starred chef Endo Kazutoshi’s roots in Yokohama and his time in the Mediterranean. With panoramic views over Whitehall and elegant Japanese craftsmanship throughout, Kioku delivers a refined rooftop dining experience that combines tradition with innovation.

Location: 6th Floor, 2 Whitehall Place, London SW1A 2BD. kiokubyendo.com; @kiokubyendo

Kaso at One Hundred Shoreditch

Rooftop at One Hundred Shoreditch. May 2022. © MTotoe.

#FLODown: Inspired by Chef Ilknur Celik’s Turkish and East Mediterranean roots, Kaso on the seventh-floor rooftop of One Hundred Shoreditch serves fresh, seasonal small plates such as grilled octopus, lamb cutlets, and traditional mezzes, alongside cocktails including the signature ‘Kaso Spritz.’ The space features pink marble interiors and greenery, all set against panoramic views of London’s skyline. With DJs setting the vibe throughout the week, Kaso is the perfect spot to enjoy exceptional food, drinks, and city views, and it’s open year-round.

Location: 100 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6JQ.onehundredshoreditch.com; @kasoshoreditch

Jurema at The Mandrake

Image courtesy of The Mandrake.

#FLODown: Jurema, located at The Mandrake Hotel in Fitzrovia, is a hidden gem offering a calm, tropical setting in central London. Surrounded by jasmine and passionflower, this open-air terrace serves ethnobotanical cocktails and South American-inspired dishes from the YOPO restaurant, making it a great spot for a relaxed afternoon of drinks and light bites. In the colder months, it becomes the Jurema Winter Garden, a glass-enclosed space decorated with frosted branches, flowers, and soft lighting, where guests can enjoy mulled wine and hot toddies with views of the hanging garden.

Location: 20-21 Newman Street, London W1T 1PG. themandrake.com; @themandrakehotel

JOIA Rooftop, Battersea

Joia Rooftop Bar, art’otel at Battersea Power Station. © MTotoe.

#FLODown: Situated at the top of the art’otel within Battersea Power Station, JOIA offers a serene and stylish setting with striking views of the iconic power station. The menu, designed by acclaimed Portuguese chef Henrique Sá Pessoa, presents a fresh take on Iberian cuisine—combining the bold flavours of Portugal and Spain with the finest British ingredients. Dishes such as bacalhau à Brás and red mullet fideuà stand out, while the Basque cheesecake is an essential finish.

Location: 15th Floor, 1 Electric Boulevard, London SW11 8BJ. joiabattersea.co.uk; @joiabattersea.

The Berkeley Rooftop Bar

The Berkeley Rooftop Pool & Bar

#FLODown: The Rooftop Bar at The Berkeley Hotel in Knightsbridge transforms into Capri in the City for summer, bringing Italian Riviera vibes to central London. Open to the public Thursday to Sunday evenings, it offers wood-fired pizzas, Amalfi-inspired cocktails, and sweeping views over Hyde Park. With lemon trees, striped loungers, and a chic Mediterranean setting, it’s the perfect spot to soak up the season.

Location: The Berkeley Hotel, Wilton Place, London SW1X 7RL. the-berkeley.co.uk; @the_berkeley

Frank’s Café

Frank’s Café at Bold Tendencies, Peckham. Image credit MTotoe.

#FLODown: Frank’s Café is a beloved rooftop bar situated on the roof of a multi-storey car park in Peckham, which also hosts the Bold Tendencies arts programme. This vibrant spot offers stunning views of London’s skyline and a laid-back atmosphere, serving up seasonal food and drinks. Guests can also enjoy the 19th edition of Bold Tendencies, an annual event featuring new site-specific art installations and live performances under the theme Déjà Vu, adding a unique cultural dimension to the rooftop experience.

Location: 10th Floor, Peckham Multi-Storey Car Park, 95A Rye Lane, London SE15 4TG. boldtendencies.com; @frankspeckham