Rocky Mount, NC has always had great taste. What it's been missing is the kind of cocktail programme that honours that taste — with the craft, the ingredients, and the theatre that great drinks deserve.
The Renaissance Rooftop Bar & Lounge changes that. Opening Summer 2026, our bar programme is built around one simple belief: every drink should feel like an occasion.
The Philosophy
We draw our inspiration from two golden eras of cocktail culture: the Prohibition era of the 1920s — when constraint bred creativity and bartenders became artists — and the modern craft cocktail renaissance of today, where technique, provenance, and presentation have reached new heights.
The result is a menu that honours the classics while refusing to be limited by them. House-made syrups. Fresh-pressed juices. Spirits sourced from small producers who care as much as we do. And a team of bartenders who understand that making a great drink is only half the job — the other half is the story behind it.
Signature Cocktails
The Renaissance Sour
Small-batch bourbon, house-made honey syrup, fresh lemon, egg white, and a float of Amaro. A modern classic with a 1920s soul.
Harlem Gold
Aged rum, saffron-infused simple syrup, fresh lime, ginger beer, and a garnish of edible gold leaf. Our take on a Dark & Stormy for the elevated occasion.
Speakeasy Smash
Prohibition-era rye whiskey, muddled blackberry and basil, fresh lemon juice, and a splash of champagne. The official drink of secret entrances.
Above the City
Elderflower liqueur, cucumber-infused gin, fresh lime, and tonic — served in a crystal-clear highball with a view to match.
The Wax Seal
Our signature house cocktail. A blend of cognac, blood orange, house bitters, and a touch of smoke. Orders must be earned.
Rooftop Spritz
Aperol, Cuvée Prestige Brut, fresh orange, and a sprig of rosemary. The only acceptable way to watch the Rocky Mount sunset.
Champagne & Sparkling Wine
No rooftop experience is complete without champagne. At The Renaissance, we've made it central — not an afterthought.
Our house pour is the Cuvée Prestige Brut — a traditional method sparkling wine with notes of green apple, brioche, and elderflower. Served in crystal flutes, by the glass or bottle, it's designed to be the drink you reach for when the view takes your breath away.
Our champagne list extends to Grower Champagnes, vintage prestige cuvées, and a selection of natural and pétillant-naturel wines for the curious guest.
Small Plates & Raw Bar
Great cocktails deserve great food. Our kitchen operates on the same philosophy as our bar — seasonal, intentional, and built for sharing. The menu includes:
- Raw bar selections — oysters on the half shell, shrimp cocktail, ceviche
- Small plates — duck confit croquettes, truffle arancini, charcuterie boards
- Sweet bites — dark chocolate truffles, seasonal tarts, champagne gelée
"We wanted every item on the menu to feel worthy of the view. Nothing is here by accident."
View the Full Menu
Our complete bar and food menu — including our black and gold menu editions — is available to view and download from the main page. Visit therenaissancerooftop.com and select "View the Full Menu" to explore the complete offering.
Menus are subject to seasonal updates. Our bar team changes select offerings quarterly to reflect local produce, seasonal spirits releases, and whatever is inspiring us at the time.
Raise Your Glass
Opening Summer 2026 in Rocky Mount, NC. Reserve your table now — before they're gone.
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