To escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy some quiet moments, dear readers of Forum City, let's go up to the rooftops, where there are cozy bars and restaurants. On summer days it's the best place for small family events or romantic get-togethers. Just imagine, you're gazing into the Colosseum, enjoying the foliage of Boston, or gazing out over the New York skyline…
Departure Restaurant At The Nines, Portland
Departure Restaurant is in the Nines Hotel. Here you'll find two unique rooftop patios with breathtaking views of downtown Portland, the Willamette River, Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Soaking up the last rays of summer, diners enjoy Asian fare paired with exotic cocktails.

Orleans Rooftop Bar at Omni Royal Garden, New Orleans, USA.
Sweeping views of the French Quarter and the Mississippi River from the roof of the Omni Royal Orleans. Here you can enjoy the famous "Washbucket Martini," an amazing combination of gin and vodka.

La Terrazza at the Hotel Continentale, Florence, Italy.
At the trendy Continentale's new La Terrazza in Florence, guests can relax in a classic Italian setting. All furniture custom made. The bar menu is sophisticated and varied, offering such drinks as Sweet Bubbly Life (champagne with fruit), Sweet Life (martinis and daiquiris), great wine and beer.
