Rooftop Renaissance: 10 Must-See New & Revamped Terraces in San Miguel de Allende (2025)
San Miguel de Allende’s skyline is rising—literally. In 2025, a wave of new rooftop restaurants and bars, along with major renovations of iconic terraces, has transformed the city’s nighttime vibe. From panoramic Parroquia views to lush garden lounges, here are the 10 rooftop destinations you cannot miss this year.
1. Quince Rooftop
Location: Cuna de Allende 15, Centro Histórico
Highlights: Voted “#1 Rooftop Restaurant in the World” in 2020, newly updated cocktail menu by Handshake Speakeasy, six terraces overlooking the Jardín Principal and Parroquia
Hours: Daily 11 am–11 pm (happy hour 1–3 pm)
Source: Quince Rooftop Official
2. Luna Tapas Bar (Rosewood San Miguel)
Location: Río de la Plata 48, Centro Histórico
New for 2025: Expanded seating, live jazz on Tuesdays & Thursdays, craft mezcal flights from Tunki partnership
View: Unobstructed vista of Parroquia and city rooftops
Source: Girl Who Travels The World
3. Rooftop by Amatte
Location: Hospicio 35, Zona Centro
Features: 360° panoramic deck, rooftop garden, four bars (Aruma, Dragones, Spanish Corner, Hacmans kitchen), sustainable wood-fire cuisine
Open: Tue–Sun 2:30 pm–10:30 pm
Source: The Rooftop Guide
4. Tunki Rooftop by Handshake (Casa de Sierra Nevada)
Location: Hospicio 35, Centro Histórico
New Collaboration: Handshake Speakeasy’s award-winning mixology (#1 World’s 50 Best Bars 2024), Peruvian-inspired small plates, open Tues–Sun 2:30 pm–9:30 pm
Source: Belmond Tunki Rooftop
5. Terraza La Vista
Location: Callejón de la Condesa 11, Centro
New Features: Updated contemporary-Mexican menu, infinity-edge pool lounge, nightly live DJ sets, discounted cocktail “sunset flights” (6–7 pm)
Source: OpenTable Diners’ Choice
6. La Azotea
Location: Mesones 30, Centro Histórico
Renovation: Expanded bar area, new rooftop garden seating, weekly “Chef’s Table” dinners on Sundays
Source: Tastes & Treks
7. Silverio Rooftop
Location: Allende 8, Centro Histórico
Launched: May 2025
Ambiance: “Ibiza-meets-Colonial” décor, craft-cocktail lab, panoramic Parroquia views, late-night food menu
Source: A Life Well Travelled
8. Atrio Rooftop
Location: Cuna de Allende 12, Centro
Highlight: Asian-fusion tasting menu upstairs, intimate lounge downstairs, direct sightlines to La Parroquia
Source: Lainey Cameron Blog
9. Cielo Rooftop
Location: Allende 5, Centro Histórico
Features: Striped lounge chairs, covered and open areas, strong cocktail program, budget-friendly < MXN 300 per person
Source: Cultures Traveled (SMA section)
10. La Chula Terrace
Location: Del Maíz 27, Barrio de Guadalupe
Newest Addition: Opened June 2025—local‐artist mural backdrop, mezcal tasting flights, “street-food” style taco menu, Sunday yoga + brunch
Source: Local expat forum announcements (July 2025)
Insider Tips for Rooftop Hopping
- Arrive 30 minutes before sunset for best seats.
- Happy hour (“golden hour”) typically runs 6–8 pm—ask about “sunset flights.”
- Many rooftops require reservations for weekends—book via OpenTable or direct WhatsApp.
- Dress code is casual-elegant: no beachwear, sandals ok in most venues.
- Carry a light sweater—high-desert evenings can drop to 60 °F (15 °C).
