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The Best Rooftop Patios in Toronto

Mimosa Nguyen

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Mimosa Nguyen

The Best Rooftop Patios in Toronto

To say it has been a long four months is an understatement. After having to relinquish the ability to dine-out in the city, we have finally been graced with the reopening of patios and outdoor-dining, just in time for our cherished and fleeting summer months!

Ditch your go-to athleisure ensemble that you have been rocking in quarantine, skip this week's takeout pizza night and congregate in your social bubble because finally, a Friday night out doesn't mean another socially distanced gathering in the park.

Below is a list of Toronto's best rooftop patios because what doesn't scream indulgent celebration like a $20 cocktail overlooking the CN tower than the city's swankiest offerings. From sky-high pool bars to cheap pints in hidden garden rooftops -- the city is once again yours for the taking. Majority of these spots do require reservations in order to maintain social distancing protocols so make sure you check in advance.

Murphy's Law

This Leslieville pub has opened their rooftop patio, offering sprawling views of the city, cold pints and a laidback vibe. Reservations can be made via Bookenda.

Murphy's Law

This Leslieville pub has opened their rooftop patio, offering sprawling views of the city, cold pints and a laidback vibe. Reservations can be made via Bookenda.

Beverley Hotel

The Beverley Hotel's rooftop patio is now opening and taking reservations though their website.

Beverley Hotel

The Beverley Hotel's rooftop patio is now opening and taking reservations though their website.

The Pilot

This Yorkville institution was one of the first to open their doors upon Toronto entering stage 2. The Flight Deck rooftop patio is officially open and taking reservations via OpenTable.

The Pilot

This Yorkville institution was one of the first to open their doors upon Toronto entering stage 2. The Flight Deck rooftop patio is officially open and taking reservations via OpenTable.

Bar Hop Brewco

The Peter Street location is finally open for patio dining and are taking reservations via email.

Bar Hop Brewco

The Peter Street location is finally open for patio dining and are taking reservations via email.

The Porch

Nothing is more emblematic of lively Toronto rooftops than this country western-inspired patio! It may not be as rowdy as summers past but at least they're still doling out signature bucket cocktails. Reservations can be made online.

The Porch

Nothing is more emblematic of lively Toronto rooftops than this country western-inspired patio! It may not be as rowdy as summers past but at least they're still doling out signature bucket cocktails. Reservations can be made online.

Leslieville

1001 Eastern Ave

Rorschach Brewing Co.

This Leslieville brewery offers picnic benches out front, as well as a wrap-around rooftop patio. Order all your favourite beer garden fare like sausages, soft pretzels and fried pierogies to accompany a cold pint. Walks-in welcome!

Rorschach Brewing Co.

Leslieville

1001 Eastern Ave

This Leslieville brewery offers picnic benches out front, as well as a wrap-around rooftop patio. Order all your favourite beer garden fare like sausages, soft pretzels and fried pierogies to accompany a cold pint. Walks-in welcome!

Chula Taberna Mexicana

Both patios are open at this Leslieville spot for Mexican fare and reservations can be made through their website.

Chula Taberna Mexicana

Both patios are open at this Leslieville spot for Mexican fare and reservations can be made through their website.

Gusto 501

Italian

The contemporary three-story complex is the newest addition to the Gusto 54 family and is taking reservations via Resy for outdoor and rooftop dining.

Gusto 501

The contemporary three-story complex is the newest addition to the Gusto 54 family and is taking reservations via Resy for outdoor and rooftop dining.

Italian

Hemingway's Restaurant

A Toronto institution and a cherished watering hole, this Yorkville New Zealand-style pub is widely considered as one of Toronto's best rooftop patios. Unpretentious -- with a laid-back atmosphere -- this shady patio is the perfect hideaway to escape the scorching summer heat. Their spacious rooftop patio makes social distancing easy.

Hemingway's Restaurant

A Toronto institution and a cherished watering hole, this Yorkville New Zealand-style pub is widely considered as one of Toronto's best rooftop patios. Unpretentious -- with a laid-back atmosphere -- this shady patio is the perfect hideaway to escape the scorching summer heat. Their spacious rooftop patio makes social distancing easy.

Summerhill

1095 Yonge St

Terroni - Price

Escape to the southern coast of Italy on Terroni's garden patio. With breathtaking views of the skyline and authentic Italian eats, what's not to love? Reservations can be made through their website.

Terroni - Price

Summerhill

1095 Yonge St

Escape to the southern coast of Italy on Terroni's garden patio. With breathtaking views of the skyline and authentic Italian eats, what's not to love? Reservations can be made through their website.

Kasa Moto

Japanese

Kasa Moto serves up modern Japanese eats with added comfort. Cabanas and cozy couches line this Yorkville restaurant's sleek and sprawling rooftop patio. Reservations can be made online or by calling the restaurant.

Kasa Moto

Kasa Moto serves up modern Japanese eats with added comfort. Cabanas and cozy couches line this Yorkville restaurant's sleek and sprawling rooftop patio. Reservations can be made online or by calling the restaurant.

Japanese

King West

627 King St W

Lavelle

Refined, chic and absolutely dreamy, Lavelle's rooftop patio is the perfect summer spot to enjoy a Grey Goose martini by the pool with breathtaking views of the city. Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@chezlavelle.com.

Lavelle

King West

627 King St W

Refined, chic and absolutely dreamy, Lavelle's rooftop patio is the perfect summer spot to enjoy a Grey Goose martini by the pool with breathtaking views of the city. Reservations can be made by emailing reservations@chezlavelle.com.

Cactus Club Cafe

Round up your social bubble (no more than 6) because it's all hands on deck for this one. With live DJs and a whole lot of bubbly, Cactus Club sure knows how to throw an epic (socially distanced) patio party. Reservations can be made online.

Cactus Club Cafe

Round up your social bubble (no more than 6) because it's all hands on deck for this one. With live DJs and a whole lot of bubbly, Cactus Club sure knows how to throw an epic (socially distanced) patio party. Reservations can be made online.

The Rooftop at the Broadview Hotel

The Broadview Hotel's Leslieville rooftop restaurant and bar exposes 360° sweeping view's of the city's skyline. This rooftop is in high demand so make sure you secure a reservation in advance!

The Rooftop at the Broadview Hotel

The Broadview Hotel's Leslieville rooftop restaurant and bar exposes 360° sweeping view's of the city's skyline. This rooftop is in high demand so make sure you secure a reservation in advance!

King West

485 King St W

Baro

Adorned top to bottom in lush greenery and wicker detailing, Baro's rooftop patio will give you the ultimate summer.

Baro

King West

485 King St W

Adorned top to bottom in lush greenery and wicker detailing, Baro's rooftop patio will give you the ultimate summer.

Financial District

10 Temperance St Fl 5

The Chase

Slurp up the freshest east coast oysters on this beach house inspired rooftop patio. At The Chase, you're bound to have a Maritime! Secure your spot in advance through online reservations.

The Chase

Financial District

10 Temperance St Fl 5

Slurp up the freshest east coast oysters on this beach house inspired rooftop patio. At The Chase, you're bound to have a Maritime! Secure your spot in advance through online reservations.

Sky Yard At The Drake Hotel

If you're on the look out for a true Torontonian patio experience, the Sky Yard is a must-visit. The 360 degree bar, rotating local art and great tunes day and night will have you coming back for more. Reservations available through their website.

Sky Yard At The Drake Hotel

If you're on the look out for a true Torontonian patio experience, the Sky Yard is a must-visit. The 360 degree bar, rotating local art and great tunes day and night will have you coming back for more. Reservations available through their website.

Gusto 101

What's better than sipping on $1 per ounce house wine under the Gusto skylight? Nothing, absolutely nothing.

Gusto 101

What's better than sipping on $1 per ounce house wine under the Gusto skylight? Nothing, absolutely nothing.

Entertainment District

80 Blue Jays Way 44th Floor

Kost

Californian

Soak up the sun and go for a dip with unbeatable panoramic views atop the Bisha Hotel. This rooftop patio will undoubtedly have you lost in paradise.

Kost

Entertainment District

80 Blue Jays Way 44th Floor

Soak up the sun and go for a dip with unbeatable panoramic views atop the Bisha Hotel. This rooftop patio will undoubtedly have you lost in paradise.

Californian