There is magic in the view from a rooftop. The waterfront sparkles. The city looks lovelier. The drinks seem dreamier. And it doesn’t have to be a skyscraper rooftop — even a second-floor rooftop view ...

Rooftop bars are all built in different ways in San Diego. Some have fine dining options and others have a party atmosphere with live DJs and pools, but all have picturesque views and signature drinks ...