The Willard Rooftop Lounge

The Willard Rooftop Lounge The Willard Rooftop Lounge pairs finely crafted drinks and Mediterranean-inspired small plates with Heaters make our outdoor spaces comfortable year-round.
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The Willard Rooftop Lounge offers signature craft cocktails and Mediterranean-inspired bites alongside stunning views of downtown Raleigh. The centerpiece of The Willard is the main rooftop patio with panoramic views of the Raleigh skyline and a dual-sided fireplace surrounded by comfortable, yet modern, seating. Inside, a 22-seat bar is the focal point of the dining room. The Willard’s cocktail m

enu playfully leans into Raleigh’s nickname as the City of Oaks, offering signature craft cocktails aged in oak barrels and cocktails where smoke is a key ingredient. The seasonal dinner menu takes inspiration from Spain and across the Mediterranean. It includes Tapas-style small plates like papas bravas, fried Manchego cheese, Marcona almonds, and more) as well as salads, flatbreads, charcuterie plates, and burgers. Located on the 7th floor of the AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown in the Glenwood South district.

Stretch, sip, repeat. 🧘‍♀️ Join Kahlo and Co. Yoga and instructor Adriana on The Willard Rooftop for a morning yoga sess...
06/23/2026

Stretch, sip, repeat. 🧘‍♀️ Join Kahlo and Co. Yoga and instructor Adriana on The Willard Rooftop for a morning yoga session above downtown Raleigh. This Sunday, June 28 at 10 AM. Mimosa is included with registration. Register now: https://www.thewillardraleigh.com/happenings/rooftop-yoga/

Thursdays just got a little more fun. 🍸 Join us every Thursday at The Willard for $12 classic cocktail specials with a r...
06/20/2026

Thursdays just got a little more fun. 🍸 Join us every Thursday at The Willard for $12 classic cocktail specials with a rooftop twist, paired perfectly with skyline views and a rotating taco special for just $15 more.

Sip your way through favorites like Palomas, Kentucky Mules, Penicillins, Gold Rushes, and more. Think timeless classics, done the Willard way.

Good drinks, great views, and the perfect excuse to make Thursday your new favorite night out.

06/18/2026

Something new is cooking at The Willard this Sunday. 🍳 New brunch dishes are arriving on the rooftop, and we’re inviting you to be the first to try them.

Join us every Sunday from 12–4 PM for elevated brunch favorites, including a Brunch Hash Bowl, Egg Soufflé, and Salmon Cake Benedict.

Taste four milestones in bourbon history at The Willard on June 24 with an evening exploring the Old Forester Whiskey Ro...
06/17/2026

Taste four milestones in bourbon history at The Willard on June 24 with an evening exploring the Old Forester Whiskey Row Series with Executive Bourbon Steward Austin Dain.

You'll sample four iconic expressions, learn the stories behind each pour, and discover how they helped shape American bourbon as we know it today.

🥃 Guided tasting of four Old Forester expressions
🌇 Rooftop views at The Willard
🍴 Light bites included
🎟️ $35 per person

Reserve your spot today: https://heyor.ca/QxHBw3

Forget the tie. Get Dad a bourbon. 🥃 This Father's Day, we're keeping things simple with two classic pairings on the roo...
06/16/2026

Forget the tie. Get Dad a bourbon. 🥃 This Father's Day, we're keeping things simple with two classic pairings on the rooftop:

🍔 Any Burger + Any Beer | $20
🥩 Steak Frites + New Riff Bourbon | $40

Specials available Father's Day, June 21.

Look up this Wednesday. 🌌✨ We're hosting a free stargazing night with Raleigh Astronomy Club on June 17 from 8–10 PM on ...
06/15/2026

Look up this Wednesday. 🌌✨ We're hosting a free stargazing night with Raleigh Astronomy Club on June 17 from 8–10 PM on The Willard Rooftop. Telescopes and astronomers on hand, handcrafted cocktails and small plates available all night.

Free and open to all.

This is your sign to learn something new (with a drink in hand). 🍾 Join us June 28 at 2pm for our next Cocktails & Cuisi...
06/14/2026

This is your sign to learn something new (with a drink in hand). 🍾 Join us June 28 at 2pm for our next Cocktails & Cuisine Class featuring cocktail crafting with the Willard bar team, champagne sabering, and seasonal bites from Chef Eryn Reagan.

$55 per person | Limited spots available. Purchase tickets: https://www.thewillardraleigh.com/happenings/popping-into-summer/

New dishes are coming to brunch at The Willard starting Sunday, June 21st. Say hello to new rooftop favorites like a Bru...
06/12/2026

New dishes are coming to brunch at The Willard starting Sunday, June 21st. Say hello to new rooftop favorites like a Brunch Hash Bowl, Egg Soufflé, and Salmon Cake Benedict.

Join us for brunch every Sunday from 12-4pm, and try something new on your next visit.

Something new is coming to Thursdays at The Willard. ✨ Starting June 18, join us for Throwback Thursdays, where we're ce...
06/10/2026

Something new is coming to Thursdays at The Willard. ✨ Starting June 18, join us for Throwback Thursdays, where we're celebrating classic cocktails with a Willard rooftop twist. Enjoy a curated menu of timeless favorites for $12 all day long, plus a rotating taco special to pair with your favorite pour. See you on the rooftop.

View the menu: https://heyor.ca/9zT3hi

Bourbon & views on the rooftop. 🥃✨Join us at The Willard Rooftop on June 24 at 6 PM for Bourbon & Bites with Old Foreste...
06/09/2026

Bourbon & views on the rooftop. 🥃✨

Join us at The Willard Rooftop on June 24 at 6 PM for Bourbon & Bites with Old Forester, a guided tasting of the Whiskey Row Series led by Executive Bourbon Steward Austin Dain.

Sip your way through four iconic pours while enjoying light bites, rooftop conversation, and a social evening with fellow hospitality industry professionals.

Tickets are $35 per person: https://heyor.ca/Tl5VNk

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9 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC
27603

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 11pm
Tuesday 4pm - 11pm
Wednesday 4pm - 11pm
Thursday 4pm - 11pm
Friday 4pm - 12am
Saturday 12pm - 12am
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

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