With two DJ booths, bottle service, and vistas looking out to Hollywood and beyond, The Highlight room has all the makings of a good night out. There’s a handful of dinner tables in the far corner offering full-service, as well as hamachi crudo, lobster toast, chopped chicken salad, and grilled prawns.

Few restaurants offer unobstructed views of the iconic Hollywood sign like Mama Shelter does, the hotel rooftop that is a local meeting spot for post-work libations and snacks that linger late into the night.

Sorra sits atop the The Residences at Columbia Square on El Centro. On the scene is chef Brandon Kida with a Japanese-Mexican small bites menu that includes yakitori skewers and carnitas bao. Tanner Weston of Lost Property oversees the cocktails.

Perched atop the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is an alfresco paradise from chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch on weekends. On the menu are familiar Southeast Asian flavors and things like a Thai short rib burger.

Rooftop restaurant Terra plays host to weekend brunch atop Eataly. On the menu are views of Hollywood, Italian takes on brunch classics, a wood burning grill, a bloody Mary bar, and plenty of cocktails.

Settle in for panoramic views of Downtown Los Angeles while lounging in the heated pool. Snacks on the menu include ube toast and Jidori chicken bites, with larger dishes like a burger and loco moco on the menu too.

With an open patio that overlooks the heart of Pershing Square and Downtown, the scene here, especially on the weekends, is about as bustling as it gets for Los Angeles. The fare is a little more straightforward, with an array of dishes like steak frites, scallops with parsnip puree, and chicken supreme with truffle polenta.

There’s a lot going on atop the NoMad’s roof. While the pool is reserved for guests, the cafe and bar are open to the public all day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Grab a Humm dog and a stiff cocktail, and soak up all those sweet downtown vibes.

Bar bites and plenty to drink are what it’s all about at this rooftop pool with stunning views of the city’s bright lights. Upstairs’ drink menu includes a slew of craft cocktails and pitchers full of seasonal punch. On the food side of things are handheld offerings like tacos and sandwiches.

Perched atop one of LA’s most successful new developments, Margot serves up crowd-pleasing favorites like crudos, focaccia sandwiches, and salads from chef Michael Williams. David Kupchinsky is on hand to handle the cocktail side of things, alongside wine director Kyley Jacoby.

Tuck into this indoor-outdoor rooftop restaurant and bar for beachside breezes and views. Onyx’s menu is dependably straightforward, with things like brussels sprouts and sliders on the menu. The cocktails are equally approachable.