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Yorkville · Rooftop

The Roof Lounge (Writers Room Bar)

Go for the view and the history rather than novelty. This room has been pouring martinis since the 1930s and the renovation kept its character.

Date nightQuiet conversationNightcapCelebrating
Neighbourhood
Yorkville
Style
Rooftop
Known for
Skyline views over the Royal Ontario Museum and downtown · The National Treasures cocktail, made with Canadian rye and Islay Scotch · A long history as a hangout for writers and publishers
Prices
$$$$ · cocktails $21+
Getting in
Book ahead. Especially for a window table
Food
Snacks and small plates
Hours
Evening service; confirm current hours with the hotel
Address
4 Avenue Road, Toronto, ON M5R 2E8

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Checked: Hyatt's own Writers Room Bar page and a Studio Munge press release confirm the Park Hyatt's rooftop bar reopened after renovation and operates under its new name. Checked Oct 2026.

Photo: an illustration of the mood, not this bar.

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