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The Roof

4.1 (51 reviews)
ModerateLounges
Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Very loud
Romantic
Intimate
Classy

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Jada C.

The roof is a rooftop bar at the top of The Redmont Hotel. We visited The roof at about 5 pm (still happy hour which is Monday-Friday, 4pm to 7pm) and the drink prices are actually reduced by $2 between these times. Not a huge discount in my opinion but good prices! There weren't a lot of people so we had an entire section outside to ourselves. The view from The roof is pretty nice if you have nothing to compare it to but I appreciated a downtown view of Birmingham none the less. The drinks were nice! I got The twisted Paloma! I like a sweet drink and this one is not very sweet but it has a fresh grapefruit taste that I couldn't stop drinking! After about 10 minutes I felt a nice buzz but was ready to go. My fiancé got the Gin Rudy Lemonade. I wish I had gotten that one because his was sweeter and he drank his in less than two minutes. You get about 10oz. The seating and decor is nice. There's also inside seating which is stylish. Will definitely be back! I would've stayed much longer if there were food options but there is a restaurant down stairs if you're really hungry! Also, the elevator is closed off from outside views if you have anxiety about heights like me! To get to The roof you use "Elevator 2 and select PH inside the elevator. Enjoy!

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Michelle H.

This is such a cool bar. We visited in November 2020 because we wanted to celebrate my birthday in an open air space that would be safe for social distancing. There isn't much soft seating on the rooftop so try to get there early but it also didn't take long for a space big enough for our group to open up. We went about 6pm before our dinner reservations elsewhere. The bar started to get a bit more crowded later in the day it got. This bar has a cool urban vibe. There are fake grassy walls that are fun backgrounds for photos and the views were amazing. Drinks were great! They had several speciality cocktails and were priced at what you would expect for any hotel bar. All around a great experience.

Rooftop
Tia T.

I've been to the Roof at the Redmont Hotel twice. I enjoyed both times. Most recently we stopped for drinks after dinner. When you get off the elevator there is a small bar and a small seating area. When you step outside there's the larger bar, multiple couches, and chairs. They have a DJ playing the latest Top 40. The view of the city is amazing. I was undecided on what drink I wanted. I explained to the bartender what I was looking for and what she created was spot on. A nice spot to stop for drinks with a date or a group of friends.

Birmingham sky at sunset
Sherri P.

Beautiful skyline at sunset and great ambiance and drinks! Relaxing atmosphere! Bartender very friendly and willing to make a drink to your specifications!

View from The Roof
Birdie M.

Located on "the penthouse" level of the historic Redmont Hotel, "The Roof" is a nice, romantic place to enjoy the views of downtown Birmingham & to relax & enjoy after-dinner drinks. ;) Loved the downstairs entry, lobby, & staff of the Redmont Hotel leading up to The Roof - very classy.

Outside bar area
Candace C.

One of my favs in B'ham! Spectacular views of downtown Birmingham, great service, and exceptional cocktails.

Ryan M.

I don't have a whole lot to say about my experience. I ordered my go-to, an old fashioned, and chatted with friends celebrating a birthday after work. The drink was reasonably priced and was made correctly. The view was pretty cool too. I did enjoy a nice sunset. I didn't get a chance to try the food but maybe next time.

Sunset over the Magic City
George W.

Stunning views of the Magic City, tasteful music playing but not so loud that you can't converse, reasonably priced alcohol from unpretentious bartenders. All in all a chill place to spend Saturday night. Oh yeah, it's my birthday too.

Entrance when you walk off the elevator.
Susie M.

Great 1st time experience at The Roof! The space has a nice mix of seating areas; comfy coaches with heat lamps, large bar with plenty of bar stools and a wall mounted TV, plus a more intimate seating arrangement right when you enter the outdoor area. And the views, wow!! Best spot in town for seeing all of downtown Bham. We only had drinks, so cannot comment on food, but we will definitely be back. If you entertain out of town business guests, this would be a must stop to show off the best of our city! Plus, hitting PH in the elevator is pretty impressive!!

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Find the Redmont Hotel, take the right elevator to the penthouse, and walk up to the bar.

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