With plenty of warm weather continuing in the months ahead, what better way than to enjoy a drink with a view atop a fancy Westside hotel.
5. Hotel Erwin
High Rooftop Lounge at Hotel Erwin in Venice hits the sweet spot of breathtaking views and unique drinks. With drinks to cool you down in summer, and warm you up in the winter, it’s always a good time to go to this rooftop lounge. Monday through Thursday, it is open from 3 pm to 10 pm. Fridays it is open from 3 pm to midnight. It is open at 11 am on Saturday and Sundays to serve Bloody Marys and Mimosas. • 1697 Pacific Ave., Venice Beach. 424.214.1062, highvenice.com.
4. Hotel Shangri-La
Suite 700 at Hotel Shangri-La in Santa Monica is rooftop bar that combines classic drinks with seemingly never-ending views of Santa Monica’s beach. Suite 700 is open seven days a week. It is also easily accessible since it is located right near the pier and the promenade. On Mondays through Wednesdays, it is open from 4 pm to midnight, and on Thursdays through Sundays, from 4 pm to 2 am. • 1301 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica. 310.394.2791, shangrila-hotel.com.
3) Montage
The Rooftop Bar and Grill at the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills serves food and delicious drinks to the guests of the Montage Hotel and anyone who decides to stop by. The setting of Beverly Hills and the Hollywood Hills in the background makes it a must see. The bar is open from 11 am to 6:30 pm daily. • 225 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills. 855.360.1467, montagehotels.com.
2) Peninsula
The Rooftop Garden at the Peninsula in Beverly Hills serves quintessential Californian cuisine alongside distinguished wines and Champagne or signature cocktails. This “exclusive oasis” has lounge chairs around fire pits, a teak bar, and beautiful views. It is open daily from 7 am to 9 pm. • 9882 S Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. 310.975.2855, beverlyhills.peninsula.com.
1) Hotel Wilshire
Located atop The Hotel Wilshire, The Roof on Wilshire is home to Chef Eric Greenspan and Jay Perrin, two of Los Angeles’ most elite food and drink experts. Beautiful views are only the beginning, with cutting-edge food like pancake lasagna and passion fruit curd. The Roof on Wilshire is open from 7 am to 11 pm Monday through Thursday, and 7 am to 1 am Friday through Saturday. • 6217 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles. 323.944.2439, theroofonwilshire.com.
