Who doesn’t love a rooftop patio? Sip a craft drink and take in picturesque views that can only be enjoyed from up high — with misters, fans, heaters (when the weather calls for it) and plenty of water nearby.
Here is a list of our favorite rooftop patios in Collin County.
1. Black Hawk Brewery
Enjoy over 20 brewed on-site beers at Black Hawk Brewery in Prosper, or try something from the full bar. The rooftop bar is completely covered keeping your party cool and safe from the elements. There’s also an extensive food menu, from steaks and salads to something for the kids.
2. Concrete Cowboy
Catch some excellent people-watching views at Concrete Cowboy in Frisco overlooking Ford Center at The Star. There are menus for kids, brunch, party platters, and late night bottle service — this rooftop offers something for everyone.
3. The Edge Waterside Bar + Lounge
Sip drinks poolside and enjoy views of Tostitos Championship Plaza at The Edge Waterside Bar + Lounge located on the fourth floor of the Omni at the Star in Frisco. Order hand-crafted cocktails, light bites, and items from the kids menu. There is plenty of poolside seating with several fire pits as well as cabanas available for reservations. This place is cool for date night or hanging with friends.
4. Haywire
At Haywire in Plano, the second-floor box garden terrace highlights views from the Legacy Hall Box Garden, while the third-floor patio features a rooftop Airstream, deck, and lounge. Elevated comfort food is their specialty. Elk tacos, pork chops, and redfish are some customer favorites. Their weekday happy hour has $7 drinks and bites.
5. Kai
There is a variety of seating throughout the restaurant, from bar tops to cozy nooks, but all the fun is happening on the second-floor patio at Kai in Plano. The menu boasts a broad range of modern Asian cuisine including dumplings, curry, and sushi. The weekday happy hour has both food and drink specials.
6. Lava Cantina
This spot is great if you enjoy live music while sipping drinks and enjoying the views. Lava Cantina at Grandscape in The Colony is a premiere concert venue with a huge rooftop patio. The food menu has Louisiana and Mexican influence and flair. Try the tableside guacamole, nachos, as well as crawfish dip and fried catfish. There is live music during happy hour every Monday through Friday from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
7. Legacy Hall
Choose from one of the many food options on the ground floor of Legacy Hall, Plano’s popular food hall. Then head upstairs, grab a drink from Good View Bar, and sit on the patio overlooking the courtyard. There are plenty of TVs for watching sports, and live music is often on the menu.
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8. The Lookout Lounge & Bar
The Lookout in Frisco boasts panoramic views of championship golf courses at Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa. There is an extensive bar menu with classic cocktails, chicken wings, and bruschetta. Live music happens every Wednesday through Saturday night, or make a reservation for afternoon tea on Saturday or Sunday.
9. Urban Crust
Come for the pizza, stay for the rooftop vibes. 32 Degree Rooftop Bar is located at Urban Crust in Plano, a popular artisan pizza spot. The bar has a strip of ice keeping your drinks oh so cold. Weekday happy hour includes $1 off appetizers alongside drink specials. Sunday Funday has all-day specials on mimosas and beers.
10. Urban Rio Cantina
The sister location of Urban Crust, Urban Rio Cantina in Plano serves traditional Mexican with a twist. Its second floor rooftop bar, On the Rocks, offers live music Thursday through Saturday. There are many margaritas to choose from, or you can order a flight of four seasonal margaritas. Come for its rotating Taco Tuesday special or weekend brunch…