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8 Best Rooftop Bars in Huntsville, AL

ByPaige Watts

Golden sunsets over the mountains, city lights twinkling below, and a craft cocktail in hand — Huntsville’s rooftop bars deliver views worth toasting to. Here’s my roundup of the best rooftop bars in Huntsville.

Huntsville has some amazing rooftop bars and restaurants where you can take in the views while enjoying a bit of fresh air. A rooftop is my favorite place to be during the spring and summer, so you can usually find me sipping a cocktails while admiring the city’s mountain views!

I’ve tried every single one of of these rooftop restaurants in Huntsville. From chic lounges to casual spaces, there are rooftops here perfect for a date night, a girls’ night out, or just the perfect sunset view.

Open rooftop patio at Rhythm on Monroe Rooftop Bar in Huntsville, Alabama at dusk with scattered tables and groups of people eating and talking, facing a bright bar set into a sleek white wall with TVs above it. The wide layout and evening light make the space feel casual, social, and designed for relaxed drinks or dinner outdoors.

Top Rooftop Bars in Huntsville

1. Baker & Able

Rooftop terrace at Baker and Able Rooftop Bar at 106 Jefferson in Huntsville, Alabama with woven lounge chairs, tall patio heaters, planters, and high top tables overlooks a small downtown skyline under a gray cloudy sky. The empty seating and cool weather make the space feel quiet and modern, like a rooftop bar waiting to fill up later.
Tall flute of pale sparkling cocktail with a thin lemon slice sits on a dark marble bar, with the softly blurred back bar and bartender behind it at Baker and Able Rooftop Bar at 106 Jefferson in Huntsville, Alabama. The elegant glass and clean presentation make the drink feel refined and suited to a more upscale bar setting.
Paige with long dark hair and glasses sits on a cushioned patio chair at dusk holding a tall frothy drink, with a softly lit hotel rooftop lounge entrance glowing behind her at Baker & Able at 106 Jefferson in Huntsville, Alabama. Her relaxed pose and the evening setting make the photo feel like a cozy rooftop cocktail moment at the end of the day.
Elevated view over downtown rooftops at blue hour shows church steeples, low brick buildings, and a large office tower beneath thick storm clouds rolling over the hills in the distance as seen from Baker & Able Rooftop Bar at 106 Jefferson in Huntsville, Alabama. The moody sky and scattered building lights make the city feel calm but dramatic, as if rain is about to move in.

Baker & Able, named for the famous monkey astronauts, sits on the top floor of the 106 Jefferson Huntsville, Curio Collection by Hilton hotel. This swanky rooftop bar overlooks Downtown Huntsville. They have indoor and outdoor seating with views of the rolling mountains and church steeples.

The bar serves high-class craft cocktails and small plates. Their bartenders wear white lab coats and use beakers to create your drink to fully embrace the scientist vibe in honor of the famous monkeynauts.

I recommend the E=N2O or The Able (don’t you love how all their cocktails are appropriately space-themed!).

106 Jefferson St S, Huntsville, AL 35801

2. Old 5th Bar

Open courtyard with bright turf, teal benches, rocking chairs, and café tables sits between restaurants beneath red shade sails and a dark stormy sky at Stovehouse in Huntsville, Alabama. The wide layout and empty seating make the outdoor gathering space feel modern, casual, and ready for people to settle in before the rain.
Evening view of an outdoor food hall courtyard shows string lights glowing over scattered tables, a green lawn, and a small stage with musicians performing in front of lit storefronts at Stovehouse in Huntsville, Alabama. The elevated angle captures the whole plaza and makes the space feel lively, social, and built for live music and casual dining.

Old 5th Bar at Stovehouse was Huntsville’s first rooftop bar. Grab a handcrafted cocktail or craft beer from the round bar in the lounge downstairs and head up to the rooftop overlooking the live music area.

You can also grab food from one of the amazing options around Stovehouse, play a game of foot-pool, or play some bocce ball all located around the patio area below.

They don’t have a drink menu, so go for what’s on tap.

3414 Governors Dr SW, Huntsville, AL 35805

3. Stella’s Elixir Lounge

Stella's Elixir Lounge in Huntsville, Alabama, a dim lounge filled with people sitting on velvet couches and around small tables opens onto a patio with red curtains and soft lights glowing in the background. The dark moody interior and busy groups make the space feel stylish, social, and designed for cocktails and late night conversation.
Two cocktails sit on a white marble bar under blue lounge lighting, one a pale foamy drink in a coupe glass and the other a copper mug garnished with a thick orange slice. The glowing lamps, orange peels, and bartender blurred in the background make the scene feel moody, polished, and made for a stylish night out at Stella's Elixir Lounge in Huntsville, Alabama.

Grab a drink at Stella’s Elixir Lounge — there’s plenty of space at their 4,000 square foot lounge that transitions from a swanky indoor bar to open air, rooftop seating around cozy fire pits. The space flows from the rooftop patio overlooking Holmes Avenue to the indoor seating and long bar to a covered patio out back.

Their rooftop patio has semi-private cabanas, cozy couches, and classic cocktails. They have featured elixirs during their weekday happy hour from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

I recommend their Caramel Apple Mule or The Elixir.

127 Holmes Ave NW Ste 202, Huntsville, AL 35801

4. Rhythm on Monroe

Long rooftop bar ledge and open terrace stretch toward a soft pastel sunset, with small groups gathered at tables under a white umbrella and modern pergola beams overhead at Rhythm on Monroe Rooftop Bar in Huntsville, Alabama. The wide open layout and fading evening light make the rooftop feel calm, social, and ideal for lingering over drinks at dusk.
Three different drinks sit on a wood table at Rhythm on Monroe in Huntsville, Alabama, including a pale martini with a sugared rim and lemon wedge, a bright yellow cocktail with a blue garnish, and a deep berry colored drink with mint. The varied glasses and menus around the table make the scene feel like a shared round of drinks before dinner.

Rhythm on Monroe at the Von Braun Center has indoor dining, outdoor patio dining, and a rooftop bar. Their rooftop is the perfect place to hang out before catching a show!

While the rooftop bar doesn’t provide a ton of view, there are a few seating options that look out to Big Spring Park. They also have cozy fire pits and comfy seating to add to the ambiance.

We loved their delicious array of fun cocktails! For food, the rooftop bar only serves a limited appetizer menu, so I recommend heading down to the dining room for a great dinner in Downtown Huntsville.

I recommend the Back In Blackberry Mojito, the Bees Knees, or the Passion In Paradise.

700 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

5. The Observatory Bar at AC Hotel

Large modern hotel building with the signs "AC HOTEL" and "AC HOTEL HUNTSVILLE" rises above the street under a dark overcast sky. The clean glass and stone exterior gives the hotel a sleek business travel feel while the storm clouds add a dramatic backdrop.
Frosty pink orange cocktail in a stemmed glass is topped with a foamy layer and garnished with a lime wheel and orange slice, resting on a black napkin on a wooden patio table at The Observatory Bar at the AC Hotel in Huntsville, Alabama. The bright citrus garnish and blended sunset colors make the drink feel refreshing and made for a relaxed outdoor meal.
Wide view of a landscaped Big Spring Park in Huntsville, Alabama at dusk with curved metal art structures framing a central walkway. A pond with a fountain sits beyond the path, surrounded by manicured lawns, trees, and lampposts. Mid-rise buildings and a city skyline rise in the background under a soft evening sky.

The Observatory Bar is located on the second floor of the AC Hotel in Downtown Huntsville, so it’s not exactly a rooftop, but it still offers the same secluded vibes, open-air seating, and great views. From The Observatory, you can get unparalleled views of Big Spring Park and Downtown Huntsville.

You can indulge in delicious sharables, Spanish classics, and unique craft cocktails on their elevated terrace.

When we first went, they didn’t have a cocktail menu, so I got a beautiful Tequila Sunrise, and mom got a good Margarita. They now have a cocktail menu so you can get creations like the Big Spring Refresher and Stay for the Afterglow.

435 Williams Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35801

6. Moe’s Original BBQ

Basket lined with black and white checkered paper holds a wrapped barbecue sandwich with two sides, creamy baked macaroni and cheese and collard greens mixed with pieces of smoked meat from Moe's Original BBQ in Huntsville, Alabama. The overhead view shows a classic Southern barbecue plate with hearty sides served casually on an outdoor table.

The Moe’s Original BBQ in Downtown Huntsville serves its award-winning smoked BBQ with Alabama white sauce on two rooftop terraces with rollup doors and full bars.

Get your classic Southern BBQ with a side of live music, bingo, and trivia events while you watch the sunset from this casual rooftop bar in Huntsville.

From this rooftop restaurant, I recommend the Smoked Chicken Sandwich or the Combo Platter with any two smoked meats of your choice.

127 Holmes Ave NW, Huntsville, AL 35801

7. The Martin Bar & Bistro

Square white plate holds pieces of crispy fried chicken over green beans with a scoop of mashed potatoes topped with brown gravy and two small cups of sauce on the side from The Martin Bar & Bistro in Huntsville, Alabama. The hearty plating and golden crust make the meal feel like classic Southern comfort food.

Okay, so The Martin Bar & Bistro isn’t exactly a rooftop bar either, but with it’s roll-up window, open-air seating, it has the same vibe.

This bar and restaurant overlooking Washington Street is housed in the old Martin Theatre, a movie theater that when it opened had the largest indoor screen in Alabama. The Martin is located in the theater’s old projection room.

It’s a small space with limited seating and a large island bar. Their menu features a lot of vodka-centric cocktails, beer on tap, and classic American and Southern food. When the weather is nice, they’ll roll up the large garage doors on the front wall for the perfect view of the bustling downtown street below.

I recommend the Southern Fried Chicken and the Fruity Pebble to drink.

116 Washington St SE, Huntsville, AL 35801

8. Prohibition Rooftop Bar & Grill

Short glass of a cloudy pale cocktail with a large clear ice cube sits on a dark bar table in front of a menu headed "PROHIBITION." The close crop and softly blurred dinner setting make the drink feel polished, low lit, and part of an upscale restaurant meal from Prohibition Bar in Madison, Alabama.
White bowl of Ginger Scallion Noodles, curly noodles is topped with grilled shrimp, glossy slices of pork belly, scallions, and black sesame seeds, with pickled cucumber and pink pickled onions tucked along the side from Prohibition Bar in Madison, Alabama. A short glass of pale drink beside the bowl makes the meal feel like a casual restaurant lunch with bold, savory flavors.

Prohibition Rooftop Bar & Grill is Huntsville’s newest rooftop bar to hit the scene. The rooftop bar opened in 2022 at Town Madison by the new Toyota Field where you can get a view out over the Trash Panda’s stadium.

A nod to the classic 1920’s vibe, Prohibition is a modern restaurant with a downstairs lounge and a rooftop bar with beautiful views and live music.

To eat, I recommend the Ginger Scallion Noodles, the Smoked Brisket Sandwich, and the Homemade Spaghetti and Meatballs. To drink, I recommend the Karma cocktail.

100 Moon Shot Dr Suite 120, Madison, AL 35758

Huntsville Rooftop Bars Map

Ready to check out these Huntsville rooftop bars? I’ve put together a map of all the rooftop bars listed in this blog post to help you out!

I hope you have a great night out at these top rooftop bars in Huntsville!

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Cheers!

Paige

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Paige Watts is a travel expert and author of What's With Atlanta?, a guide to the quirks and charm of the ATL. A life-long traveler, Paige is dedicated to helping you discover the best things to do in the Southern USA and around the world. Her work has been featured in The Culture Trip, Matador, Newsbreak, MSN, NPR, and countless other interviews and podcasts.

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