Ciel - Downtown
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✨ Vibe
Ciel - Downtown is a sophisticated penthouse sanctuary that blends celestial opulence with panoramic city views, creating a high-energy, "main-character" atmosphere perfect for stylish socializing above the skyline.
🍸 Best For
Sunset cocktails, Instagram-worthy moments, upscale happy hours, romantic dates, and live jazz enthusiasts.
🔥 Highlights
- Breathtaking Views: Offers nearly 360-degree panoramic vistas of the U.S. Capitol and the Washington Monument from its luxurious rooftop perch atop the AC Hotel.
- Immersive Pop-Ups: Experience the current "Once Upon a Time in Ciel" theme, a fairytale-inspired escape featuring cascading book pages, lush floral installations, and whimsical cocktails like "The Fairest of Them All."
- Rooftop Jazz Nights: Every Tuesday, guests can enjoy the smooth sounds of a live jazz trio paired with a complimentary glass of champagne to set an elegant mid-week mood.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- The venue enforces a strict "business casual or better" dress code—leave the hoodies and activewear at home to match the upscale, celebratory environment.
- Reservations are highly recommended, especially for the popular weekday happy hour featuring discounted cocktails and specials on Veuve Clicquot.
📅 Upcoming Events & Specials
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🔄 Weekly Events
💃 Caffeine and Disco
A high-energy event series at Ciel Downtown.
📖 Once Upon a Time in Ciel Pop-Up Experience
An immersive storybook-themed pop-up in partnership with Bacardi. Features greenery-filled decor, cascading book pages, whimsical cocktails, and cozy dishes.
🎷 Rooftop Jazz Nights (Capitol Hill)
Enjoy a live jazz trio atop the city on select Wednesdays. Includes a complimentary glass of champagne and breathtaking rooftop views.
🎷 Rooftop Jazz Nights (Downtown)
Immerse yourself in the smooth sounds of our live jazz trio on select Tuesdays. Includes a complimentary glass of champagne and breathtaking rooftop views.
🍷 Vin au Ciel
Wine-focused events and specials at Ciel Capitol Hill.
🍷 Vin au Ciel x Wednesday Jazz Nights
Live jazz at Ciel Capitol Hill featuring curated wine specials and rooftop dining. Includes a complimentary glass of wine with a $10 ticket.
Cherry Blossom Season at Ciel 🌸
The rooftop lounge transforms into a spring escape with cascading blossoms, seasonal cocktails, and fresh dishes inspired by DC’s most beautiful time of year.
Ciel Riviera Community Table 🍽️
An intimate five-course dinner series at Ciel Downtown featuring a farm-to-table menu and Champagne Perrier-Jouët pairings. Limited to 12 seats.
Skyline Sessions at Ciel Capitol Hill 🎧
Live music and elevated vibes overlooking the city skyline.
Happy Hour
Weekday happy hour drink and food specials at the Capitol Hill location.
Recent Reviews from Google
The Sky Called, and She’s Wearing Heels😍 If rooftop royalty had an address, it would be Ciel. I showed up on a Thursday evening for happy hour and instantly felt like I’d stepped into a...
Party of two with a reservation on a Tuesday, July 15th. From the moment I walked in the AC Hotel to the elevator to Ciel Rooftop, all was a great experience! Josh check us in and located available...
Everything about this place is amazing. I came for Tuesday night Jazz night and was delighted to hear covers from Bobby Caldwell to Gnarls Barkley and more. The vibes were absolutely immaculate. In...
Amazing. The vibes: amazing. The food: amazing. The drinks: amazing. The waitress Brianna and the security: amazing. We had a time and would def. Go back. 5/5 ⭐️
Ordered the chicken skewers—packed with flavor and perfectly grilled! The salmon risotto was cooked just right, though a bit on the salty side. Luckily, the crisp salad balanced everything out nicely....
