Cocktail Terrace

Still a great option if the more popular rooftops are busy or closed for a private event. The view here is not the best but it's still a very cute rooftop. Service is good but a bit slow on the weekends.

My Mr. and I had dinner at the Metropole (BTW, I highly recommend their food and service) and wanted to go to the rooftop. Located in the 21C Museum Hotel on the 11th floor.You will definitely enjoy your time at the cocktail Terrace! Comfortable outdoor patio seating, high top tables, gorgeous view of downtown Cincy, and a nice selection of drinks and appetizers. My Mr ordered The Admiral- Old Forrester, cherry liquor, and orange. I ordered the Beauty School Dropout- Bacardi Silver, mango, strawberry, and ginger (comes in cool looking glass flask bottle). The service was great, atmosphere was very laid back and the drinks were excellent! I definitely will return! My Mr and I had a relaxed and great time!

The bar's footprint is too small and it's apparent upon approach. The fact that there is a security guard as a filter to get in also gives a mixed message.Drinks were ok, the staff was kind of disinterested and prices were high for the ok view.That said, the sunshine was incredible.

This is a great little bar with a really nice vibe. This would be a nice girls night meeting spot. It's got nice cozy couches and cute drinks made out of popsicles (you know, stuff us silly girls like). Plus, it's on a rooftop which is pretty awesome. I've been here on a couple occasions, actually all birthday related, for drinks and have always had excellent service with fun cocktails. That's the thing about this place, it's fun. I'd come back for sure.

The three stars are more so for the view and ambience. What a pleasant surprise to find a chill rooftop in a city that didnt have a line and easily we were able to find seating for a big group. It was a Monday afternoon, but on a gorgeous day in NYC, even on Monday afternoons its difficult to find seating at any outside venue! Makes you think about moving to a city that offers less of a hassle compared to my current city... Anyway, I digress. The rooftop bar access is actually in this alley way past the entrance of the hotel and the restaurant. You'll find a someone standing outside a door and they will direct you to the elevator for the rooftop bar. View is gorgeous! Especially on a warm day. They have tables with stools towards the back of the rooftop and comfy couches to lounge on throughout. LOVE that this chain has the penguin theme and the plastic penguin kept us company while we chilled on that rooftop. Cocktails were nothing to write home about. Except "The Kiki" which was a popsicle in prosecco. It was a fun drink, but I don't think the actual taste was anything life altering. Also, don't expect any substantial food here, ie. dont come here hungry. The service was alright- they were friendly but brought out more cocktails than we ordered. If you are hanging out or staying in downtown Cincinnati, I definitely recommend coming up here to relax and get a different vantage point of Cincinnati. Just dont expect amazing cocktails (which are the price of NYC cocktails), ie. come with the right mindset.

The Drifters once sang of escaping the hustling crowd and all that rat-race noise in the street... Up on the roof. I'm fairly certain that was part of what the minds behind Cocktail Terrace, atop the 21c Museum & Hotel in downtown Cincinnati, were thinking when they brought it to life. It's a great, relaxing escape from the everyday for sure.To get to this rooftop escape, you'll walk around the right side of the 21c building, down a brick-laid alleyway, to an open side door leading to an elevator which you'll take to the 11th floor (insert your own "This one goes to 11" joke here). Once you depart the elevator, you'll find a wonderful view of downtown along with plush outdoor seating. It's FAR from the crowded bar scenes so abundant down below.Their drink menu feature plenty of options, from beer to wine to lots of tasty mixed drinks, slushies, and pop-tails. My lady and I tried the Admiral (Old Forrester bourbon, cherry liqueur, and orange) and she had the Beauty School Dropout (Bacardi silver, mango, strawberry, and ginger served in a glass flask bottle). Both drinks were VERY tasty! They were a tad pricey but well worth it with the overall experience. The servers were all very friendly and knowledgeable too.So, make your own escape from the hustle and bustle of the city streets, up on the roof. Kick back and enjoy!

This is a great spot for drinks on nice days since it's all outdoors. The atmosphere is quite nice, relaxed and comes with a great view from atop 21c. Their cocktail selection is fantastic and very unique. Definitely try one of the poptails if you can! Since this is part of Metropole/21c, everything for the cocktails is made IN HOUSE, which is pretty outstanding. This includes their tonic (seriously, it's hands down the best I've ever had), any mixers, everything.The staff is always very friendly and they have a small menu of appetizer type plates that they serve in addition to drinks.The only downside is it's a little strange to get to and the non-standard hours. You take a service elevator up to the rooftop through a door on the side of the building. Going there the first time felt awkward for me, but I've since move past that. As for the hours, definitely keep an eye on their social media to find out if they are open for the day as hours vary due to weather or private events.

Sleek? Yes. View? Amazing. Staff? Excellent. Cocktails? Mediocre. Value? Not on your life. We've gone now four times at all different times from post work happy hour to before and after dinner as well. Each time the staff is incredible and the view incredible. However almost each time we are let down after our first few sips. At $10-12, you're paying for the view and nothing more. The cocktails are very watered down. I expect a little more. With all the wonderful options now popping up in the area it's hard to justify spending the cash on less than superb beverages. Go for the view but nothing else.

The Cocktail Terrace at 21C Hotel is a new rooftop bar that just opened on to the public about two weeks ago. The atmosphere is stunning! Sleek white couches, and the light up railing made of glass is just awesome. There is a great view of Mt. Adams on the far side. They also have a very unique drink selection: poptails, craft beer, craft cocktails. The first time I came here I got a Lavender Poptail which I assumed was a popsicle in a cocktail. This is actually a huge flavored popsicle in a shot of alcohol. The popsicle was overly sticky and just not good. I wouldn't recommend that one. Maybe the others are good. Cool idea though! The other times we've went I ordered a gin and tonic and it was significantly cheaper than the gin and tonic cocktail that was on the menu. Here is my advice when coming here: - Get a beer, or a mixed drink to save money unless you want to splurge on something because the prices are around $9-$12. - Avoid happy hour after work this place is swamped.- Come here when you can relax and spend some time enjoying the atmosphere. I like to come here after dinner when it's night and the railing is all lit up. It's really beautiful. Would easily get five stars if it wasn't for that uber sticky poptail in the shot for $12. Hands down my favorite place in the city for after diner drinks. Check it out!

The view from the terrace is so nice and it's so cozy you could just stay there all night. The drinks are very good, my favorite was the drinks on the pop menu because they had delicious popsicles in them. Great place to relax with someone and have a good time. Not to loud, not to crowded, and service is good.