The Willard Rooftop

Perched on the 7th floor of the AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown, The Willard Rooftop Lounge offers some of the most breathtaking views of the Raleigh skyline — with two expansive outdoor terraces, a chic indoor lounge, and a menu of creative cocktails and elevated small plates to match.

Voted Raleigh's Best Rooftop Bar in both 2023 and 2024, The Willard is the perfect setting for pre-dinner drinks, a special celebration, or watching the sun set over Glenwood South. The food menu focuses on shareable tapas, burgers, and handcrafted bites that pair perfectly with the bar's inventive cocktail list.

Highlights:
- Two outdoor rooftop terraces with panoramic city views
- Award-winning cocktail program
- Tapas & small plates menu
- Great for special occasions and private events
- Located inside AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown