Restaurant
Monica Rooftop
Level 5/1 Oxford St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia
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Level 5/1 Oxford St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia
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Perched on Oxford Street, Monica Rooftop trades typical CBD high-rises for open-air views across Paddington and Darlinghurst. Striped umbrellas catch the afternoon sun on the terrace as live DJs set the tempo. Regulars lean into spritzes, Palomas, and fresh bread piled with anchovies, letting casual drinks roll easily into twilight.
- Paddington Rooftop Vista: Open-air terrace offering a fresh suburban skyline perspective over Paddington and Darlinghurst away from the CBD.
- DJs & Shared Plates: Terrace seating, sunset cocktail pours, and DJ track selections transition effortless afternoons into late sessions.
What's On at Monica Rooftop
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Reasons to Visit Monica Rooftop
Why guests choose Monica Rooftop for afternoon gatherings and lively evenings
Unique Neighbourhood Skyline Views
Positioned over Oxford Street, this open-air terrace offers rare panoramic outlooks over Paddington and Darlinghurst rather than traditional CBD high-rises.
The view is a slice of Sydney you don’t often see.
Michael Bugelli Convenient Oxford Street Setting
Centrally situated on Oxford Street, the venue provides an accessible open-air escape tucked right into Paddington.
Looks out over darlinghurst and Paddington. No harbour views. Easy to get to on Oxford Street.
Gerald And Rose Live DJ Soundtrack
Curated resident and guest DJs spin ambient, vibey tracks across afternoon and evening sessions.
great dis spinning nice vibey tracks
George Foulkes-Taylor Versatile Indoor-Outdoor Terrace Flow
A seamless combination of sun-drenched outdoor terrace seating and stylish indoor lounge spaces accommodates changing weather and all-day drinking.
we were shown to great outside seats in the sun. We later ventured inside and had some food and cocktails. We just loved the vibe in Monica’s
Leila Clement Sunlit Terrace Social Gathering
The striped umbrellas and relaxed open terrace invite long afternoon gatherings that smoothly transition into evening socializing.
sun washed rooftop with striped umbrellas and a soft buzz
Michael Bugelli Effortless Group Socializing
Attentive and accommodating table hospitality ensures celebratory group outings and long drinking sessions stay effortless.
Ended up staying for hours with Emily taking great care of us. Food and drinks were brought out quickly and she was always checking in to make sure we had everything we needed.
Gillian Murray
Most popular items
Signature bites and drinks enjoyed across our rooftop terrace
citron pressé
I had a citron pressé which SLAPPED.
George Foulkes-Taylor burrata dish
We also tried a burrata dish (gorge)
George Foulkes-Taylor fresh bread with anchovies
fresh fresh bread with anchovies
George Foulkes-Taylor burger
Ate the burger and it was top tier.
Nick Drabble
Before you head over
Practical tips on reservations, weather considerations, and specials to make the most of your visit.
Reserve ahead for prime times
The terrace fills up quickly during peak Friday and weekend hours. Securing a table booking ahead of time is essential to avoid being turned away when the venue is packed.
Account for weather shifts
Because the interior lounge is much smaller than the outdoor terrace, wet weather can cause tight indoor crowding and displacement if rain forces everyone inside.
Catch midweek happy hour specials
Drop in on Wednesday evenings to take advantage of the Pour Decisions happy hour, featuring discounted spritzes and palomas in a relaxed setting.
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