16+ Rooftop and Patio Spots to Visit in Detroit

What to know: Detroit’s rooftop and patio season is short, so make it count. This list covers 16 spots with skyline views, rooftop cocktails, and outdoor seating, including Kampers above the Cambria Hotel downtown. Most fill up fast on summer weekends, so plan ahead.

1. Kampers Rooftop

Located above the Cambria Hotel, Kampers Rooftop offers one of Detroit’s best skyline views. The relaxed rooftop setting features firepits, cocktails, and a menu of shareable bites.

2. Eatori Market

A hidden rooftop gem on Woodward Avenue, Eatori is great for lunch, happy hour, or weekend brunch. Expect fresh salads, sandwiches, and cocktails with a downtown view.

3. Good Times on the Ave

This New Center favorite offers a cozy patio out front, serving up comfort food, drinks, and a lively neighborhood vibe perfect for casual hangouts.

4. The Fountain Detroit

Located in Campus Martius Park, The Fountain is an outdoor spot with a fun beach-like setup. Grab a burger, fries, and a cold drink while enjoying the heart of downtown Detroit.

5. The Monarch Club

One of Detroit’s most beautiful rooftops, The Monarch Club sits atop the Metropolitan Building. With elegant cocktails, small plates, and sweeping city views, it’s ideal for a special night out.

6. The Congregation

This neighborhood café and bar has a large, welcoming outdoor patio tucked behind a historic church building. Stop by for coffee, craft cocktails, and light bites.

7. The Shadow Gallery

Known for its creative atmosphere, The Shadow Gallery recently opened its outdoor patio. It’s a casual spot to grab a drink and enjoy the Eastern Market energy.

8. Frita Batidos Detroit

Offering a bright and casual patio, Frita Batidos specializes in Cuban-inspired burgers, milkshakes, and tropical flavors a perfect warm-weather stop downtown.

9. Flowers of Vietnam

Located in Southwest Detroit, Flowers of Vietnam offers an intimate patio space where you can enjoy their creative Vietnamese-American menu outdoors.

10. The Skip

A favorite in The Belt alleyway, The Skip is an open-air cocktail bar known for its frozen drinks and laid-back vibe a perfect downtown pitstop when the sun is shining.

11. Parc Detroit

In the center of Campus Martius, Parc delivers a stylish outdoor dining experience with a menu focused on modern American cuisine and Mediterranean influences.

12. Tin Roof Detroit

Across from Comerica Park, Tin Roof is a lively rooftop bar that’s a go-to on game days and summer weekends, featuring live music and casual eats.

13. Bar Pigalle

Tucked away in Brush Park, Bar Pigalle offers a charming courtyard patio and a French-inspired menu. It’s a cozy spot for a romantic dinner or an evening glass of wine.

14. The Brakeman

Part of the Shinola Hotel complex, The Brakeman is an open-air beer hall with games, local brews, and a fun, social atmosphere right in the heart of downtown.

15. Lumen Detroit

At Beacon Park, Lumen Detroit features a beautiful patio surrounded by greenery. It’s a scenic spot for dinner, weekend brunch, or cocktails under the city lights.

16. Detroit Shipping Company

Located in the Cass Corridor, Detroit Shipping Company is a two-story food hall made from repurposed shipping containers. It features an open-air courtyard, rooftop deck seating, and a mix of food vendors and bars, making it a fun spot for outdoor dining and drinks.

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