Virtue earns #4 because it understands that vibe matters just as much as the view. It doesn't need to compete with Atlanta's tallest rooftops to create a good night. The combination of location, social energy and an upscale environment makes Virtue one of the more complete rooftop nightlife experiences in the city.

Virtue sits comfortably between a sophisticated rooftop bar and a nightlife destination. You can come for cocktails and conversation, but the music and crowd give the space enough energy that the night doesn't have to end there. That's an important distinction. Some rooftops are beautiful but become boring after you've taken the skyline picture. Virtue has more of a social personality, making it particularly useful for groups and travelers who want atmosphere without immediately committing to a nightclub.

Midtown also gives you options. Dinner, lounges and other nightlife are nearby, so Virtue can work as either the main destination or the beginning of a longer night. BlkTravel would choose Virtue for: cocktails with friends, birthdays, date nights, rooftop nightlife, getting dressed up, and a social Midtown crowd.