The Rooftop Bar

Reviews

• FT

  Fulya Felicity Türkmen

  3 days ago
  1.0
  Beautiful ocean view and huge potential, but consistently terrible service and poor execution. We stayed at the hotel and planned to come here often during our staycation. That plan ended quickly. Day 1: Cocktails were genuinely bad. Beer was fine. Sandwich was decent. We were quietly watching the sunset, snacking, drinking in silence. A waitress suddenly appeared behind us and loudly told me I was not allowed to smoke there. I do not smoke. I was confused and showed her the half-eaten chips in my hand and on the plate. Instead of apologizing, she doubled down, saying she “smelled cigarettes,” then claimed she saw something “cylindrical.” There was nothing on the table, nothing in my hands, nothing anywhere. Only after all that did she offer a half-hearted apology and walk away. The interruption was accusatory, loud, and completely unnecessary. It killed the mood and made us leave early. No attempt was made to fix the situation or acknowledge how uncomfortable it was. Day 2: I was refused alcohol because I did not have my passport with me (though I had two foreign gov't issues IDs including an international drivers license), which is fine, but apparently I aged backwards overnight. I ordered a freshly squeezed grapefruit juice instead. When I asked for something fresh first, the waitress told me they had Dole pineapple juice, which already says a lot. The grapefruit juice arrived warm, with no ice and no straw (I had to ask and wait for one). My husband ordered a dirty martini. It was one of the worst he’s had with cheap and stall green olives and low quality vodka in it. The “marinated Castelvetrano olives” on the menu tasted like basic grocery-store jar olives with some weird herbs on it. Questionable at best. We asked for the check early and left with everything we ordered still on the table. No one asked how things were or why we were leaving. This place lives off the view, but atmosphere, service, and drinks matter. Right now, the staff actively ruins what could be a great rooftop bar. Wasted potential.
• RL

  Rose Langguth

  6 days ago
  5.0
  Stopped by for a quick bite. I had a mojito and shared some small plates with my hubby--shrimp toast and vadouvan chicken sando.
• AA

  Ashish Aggarwal

  Jan 4, 2026
  5.0
  This place sits atop the Mission Pacific Hotel. Really cool 360° views of the Pacific, pier, and beach It's got fire pits, cozy loungers, and a relaxed crowd Cocktails are creative and strong. Bunch of local craft beers. Service is friendly and efficient
• GE

  Giulia Epis

  Dec 30, 2025
  5.0
  Wonderful bar/restaurant on the top of the Mission Pacific Hotel. The cocktails are delicious, both with and without alcohol. The menu is very sophisticated and the food is delicious. Huge thank you to two of the waitresses that were so kind and served us wonderfully. I would 100% recommend.
• TJ

  Todd Johnson

  Dec 29, 2025
  5.0
  The Rooftop Bar Perfectly positioned between N Pacific and Myers, with the Oceanside Pier front and center, this is an absolutely stunning, memory-making experience. From the moment you arrive, everything feels intentional — the warm welcome from the staff, the iconic “LOVE” Instagram moment, and the beautiful Hyatt lobby set the tone. The concierge greeting was genuine, welcoming, and inviting. While the million-dollar sunset, excellent appetizers, and well-paired cocktails were all highlights, the true standout of the evening was the service. I’ve traveled the world, and great experiences always come down to service — and Devion absolutely knocked it out of the park. She was incredibly helpful with drink and food recommendations, thoughtful enough to bring blankets for our elderly guests, and brought a constant smile, humor, and clear passion for what she does. That level of care is what made the night memorable for everyone. The vibe was lively and upbeat, with a great mix of music and energy. On my next visit, I’m looking forward to spending time at the inside bar, which looked fun and full of an interesting mix of people. If you’re within 20 miles, this place is absolutely worth the drive.

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