Dive bars have rooftops too, as seen in chill neighborhood bar Red Derby’s breezy deck for burgers or beer-and-shot combos. The 14th Street mainstay opens at 5 p.m. with a “24/7” happy hour on $3.50 whiskey and tequila shots, and there’s more street seating out front.

The terrace at Adams Morgan’s longstanding whiskey bar is the place to be at sunset, when Maryland crab deviled eggs, chicken skins, and Maine Lunch IPA beers are $2 off (Wednesday to Friday from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.). A few doors down, sister spot Imperial slings gin and tonic goblets and lobster risotto across a leafy rooftop.

Head to the top of this towering Shaw staple to encounter a breezy, 360-degree bar overlooking the nightlife neighborhood below. Executive chef Julio Estrada sends out top-selling tots, bottomless brunch, burgers, chicken wings, and sliders to go along with draft cocktails, mules, and domestic whiskey pours. Better Hospitality Group (BHG) is gearing up toopen a sophomore Takoda in Navy Yardthat’s nearly twice as large as the original.

Packed with dangling flowers, neon-lit palm trees, and a tequila bottle-lined DJ booth, this (retractable) rooftop hangout in Shaw feels like a mini Tulum vacation. Friendly bartenders efficiently send out spicy mezcal margaritas, Tecate cans, and shots, with Mexican fare from its Rito Loco kitchen downstairs. Taco Tuesday calls for a trifecta of tacos and margarita or beer for $20. Reserve viaResy.

What once was El Centro D.F. on 14th Street isnow Mission Group’s multi-level Salazar, serving up quesadillas, bacon-wrapped Sonoran hot dogs, and 50 types of tequila. The expansive rooftop is made for all-weather conditions, with a lengthy bar and a retractible roof.

The roof of Union Market sets the stage for thisartificial turf-lined barserving pouched pina coladas, draft cocktails, and all kinds of hot dogs. Hi-Lawn comes from restaurateurs Greg Algie and Nathan Beauchamp (Tiger Fork, Calico, Fainting Goat, Hei Hei Tiger) and Paul Carlson (The Royal, Lulu’s Winegarden). Book a reservationonline.

Take in the a stellar view of the area around Union Market from the roof of this sushi spot and Japanese grill. The upper deck is one of many seating areas in the multi-level restaurant, and it fills up fast during happy hour. Book a spotonline.

Lined with communal tables, Dupont’s Bavarian beer hall is known for its solid selection of German brews (16 on tap at all times), two-pound pretzels, and people watching.

D.C. hospitality group Versus (HEIST,Casta’s Rum Bar, andMorris American Bar) brought a polished, penthouse-style hotspot to the top ofAC Hotel Washington DC Convention Centerlast fall. The scene-y, indoor-outdoor setup with stunning city vistas stirs intricate cocktails behind a marble bar to go along with a list of small plates. Meanwhile, AC’s newest D.C. hotel in Navy Yard is hometo another top rooftop contender (Smoke & Mirrors)with a direct view of the U.S. Capitol.

The Watergate Hotel’s rooftop, which reopened for the season this week, has always been a draw for stunning views of the Potomac and Key Bridge. That view comes withsteep priceson food and drinks — $27 for hummus? There are a range of wines by the glass and cocktails set at $25. A summery Ketel One and limoncello cocktail is $35, and a Manhattan with 12-year Macallan is $50. For an obscene splurge, Macallan “M” bottle service runs $60,000. There’s also seasonal salads, lamb chops, and charcuterie boards for around $30 and up.

The pinnacle of this industrial-styled hangout is a prime pregame spot for a Capital One Arena show across the street. Known for its voluptuous burgers and nachos, Bar Deco’s weekly specials include $5 margaritas on Tuesdays, $7 Tom Collins cocktails and throwback tracks on Thursdays, and $10 wings by the pound and $8 martinis on Fridays. The roof is first come, first served.

托德脫粒機,酒吧老板幫助先鋒the speakeasy trend at now-closed PX in Alexandria, owns and operates this massive tiki bar at the Wharf with a rooftop deck overlooking the Potomac. Tropical cocktails integrate Thrasher’s Rum, made in a distillery underneath the bar. They come in classic, “not-so-classic,” and frozen flavors, all for $15. Weekday happy hour (3 p.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays) includes rum drinks with a mixer of choice, Spam musubi, and shrimp dumplings ($5 each) and $4 bottles of Pacifico. Reserve indoors or outdoor seatshere.