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Our Go-To Patios in Toronto this Summer
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Posted Aug 01, 2025
Our Go-To Patios in Toronto this Summer
Written By
Posted Aug 01, 2025
Patio season is currently in full swing, and with one of the last long weekends of the summer ahead of us, we wanted to share some of our go-to patios to soak up the sun on. Serving superb food and drink, lively surroundings, and the chance to gorge on balmy breezes and sunshine, these are the spots where you'll want to be recognized as a regular, all summer long.
Downtown
165 York St
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - York Street
Steakhouse
A hidden gem tucked away in the heart of downtown Toronto! This Keg location offers expansive outdoor seating, with three distinct patio areas, each offering its own unique atmosphere. There’s a lively, street-facing patio where you can take in the after-work buzz, a three seasons patio with a relaxed, upscale charm, featuring a full bar, cozy seating and signature Keg fireplaces for a more intimate feel. Head up to a spacious open-air section where you can enjoy the city views that surround you. Each patio is designed for comfort and good times, perfect for after-work happy hour, an energetic summer night out or a relaxed date night.
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - York Street
Downtown
165 York St
A hidden gem tucked away in the heart of downtown Toronto! This Keg location offers expansive outdoor seating, with three distinct patio areas, each offering its own unique atmosphere. There’s a lively, street-facing patio where you can take in the after-work buzz, a three seasons patio with a relaxed, upscale charm, featuring a full bar, cozy seating and signature Keg fireplaces for a more intimate feel. Head up to a spacious open-air section where you can enjoy the city views that surround you. Each patio is designed for comfort and good times, perfect for after-work happy hour, an energetic summer night out or a relaxed date night.
Steakhouse
Little Italy
607 College St
Bar Pompette
French
Recently, this cozy, Parisian-style spot was named the country's best bar by Canada's 100 Best. Grab a seat on the idyllic back patio — where merry chatter and twinkle lights lend every hour indefinable je ne sais quoi — order one of the team's complex creations, and you'll understand why.
Bar Pompette
Little Italy
607 College St
Recently, this cozy, Parisian-style spot was named the country's best bar by Canada's 100 Best. Grab a seat on the idyllic back patio — where merry chatter and twinkle lights lend every hour indefinable je ne sais quoi — order one of the team's complex creations, and you'll understand why.
French
Roncesvalles
2125 Dundas St W
Bandit Brewery
Brewpub
A former auto-shop turned brewery, this craft taproom and patio is Roncesvalles' go-to destination for patio beers. With trees adorned in twinkly lights, picnic benches and lush greenery -- the patio transports patrons to the sprawling beer gardens of Berlin.
Bandit Brewery
Roncesvalles
2125 Dundas St W
A former auto-shop turned brewery, this craft taproom and patio is Roncesvalles' go-to destination for patio beers. With trees adorned in twinkly lights, picnic benches and lush greenery -- the patio transports patrons to the sprawling beer gardens of Berlin.
Brewpub
Harbourfront
111 Princes' Blvd
Valerie
A seemingly endless schedule of programming keeps things interesting at this 28th floor aerie. Whether its live music you're after, drink specials, bubbly brunch or simply the escapism of peering across the lake, the gridlocked Gardiner, and the city skyline, it's likely you'll find it at this buzzing spot.
Valerie
Harbourfront
111 Princes' Blvd
A seemingly endless schedule of programming keeps things interesting at this 28th floor aerie. Whether its live music you're after, drink specials, bubbly brunch or simply the escapism of peering across the lake, the gridlocked Gardiner, and the city skyline, it's likely you'll find it at this buzzing spot.
The Beaches
1681 Lake Shore Blvd E
Toronto Beach Club
If you like food, pretty drinks, pretty people and a view that wouldn't seem out of place in Ibiza, it's likely you'll feel at home on the expansive patio at Toronto Beach Club. Visit for brunch, if limitless buffet dining and bottomless mimosas also rank high on lists of things you enjoy.
Toronto Beach Club
The Beaches
1681 Lake Shore Blvd E
If you like food, pretty drinks, pretty people and a view that wouldn't seem out of place in Ibiza, it's likely you'll feel at home on the expansive patio at Toronto Beach Club. Visit for brunch, if limitless buffet dining and bottomless mimosas also rank high on lists of things you enjoy.
West Queen West
127 Strachan Ave
Pennies Bar
American
Can't find your friends? They're at Pennies, along with half the population of the city's west end. With a singular vibe created by the unique combination of sliders and tater tots, cheap-and-cheerful drinks and the hum of people socializing and hovering, waiting impatiently to get in, this patio is peak summertime in the city.
Pennies Bar
West Queen West
127 Strachan Ave
Can't find your friends? They're at Pennies, along with half the population of the city's west end. With a singular vibe created by the unique combination of sliders and tater tots, cheap-and-cheerful drinks and the hum of people socializing and hovering, waiting impatiently to get in, this patio is peak summertime in the city.
American
Dundas West
146 Ossington Ave
Paris Paris
Canadian
Ossington is packed with stellar spots, yet there's good reason why Paris Paris' patio is continually packed. Catching the overflow from the buzzing restaurant, it offers a breezy, sunny backdrop to a menu of sophisticated dishes, natural wine pours, and the lively clatter of oodles of Millenials.
Paris Paris
Dundas West
146 Ossington Ave
Ossington is packed with stellar spots, yet there's good reason why Paris Paris' patio is continually packed. Catching the overflow from the buzzing restaurant, it offers a breezy, sunny backdrop to a menu of sophisticated dishes, natural wine pours, and the lively clatter of oodles of Millenials.
Canadian
King West
560 King St W
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - King West
Steakhouse
Like its York Street sibling, The Keg's King West location is another enjoyable and spacious patio that puts you right in the heart of all the action. Situated right in the heart of King West, this spot offers two patios. One is a swanky, relaxed lounge connected to the restaurant, perfect for after-work happy hour or catching up with friends. The other is a lively street-side patio where you can soak in the energy and buzz of King West. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up for a night out, this patio delivers the perfect setting.
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - King West
King West
560 King St W
Like its York Street sibling, The Keg's King West location is another enjoyable and spacious patio that puts you right in the heart of all the action. Situated right in the heart of King West, this spot offers two patios. One is a swanky, relaxed lounge connected to the restaurant, perfect for after-work happy hour or catching up with friends. The other is a lively street-side patio where you can soak in the energy and buzz of King West. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up for a night out, this patio delivers the perfect setting.
Steakhouse
Fashion District
427 Wellington St W
Lulu Bar
The best way to embrace the escapist ethos at this new Toronto restaurant is by claiming a seat on its sunny patio and ordering a procession of lively, bright coastal snacks and sips. Plus, since vacation calories don't count, you can order the coffee-spiked Baked Hula without a second thought.
Lulu Bar
Fashion District
427 Wellington St W
The best way to embrace the escapist ethos at this new Toronto restaurant is by claiming a seat on its sunny patio and ordering a procession of lively, bright coastal snacks and sips. Plus, since vacation calories don't count, you can order the coffee-spiked Baked Hula without a second thought.
Dundas West
1247 Dundas St W
Grape Witches
Flaunting a newly renovated, weather-proofed patio, the team at Grape Witches is embracing the season of outdoor sipping with open arms. Visit the secret-gardenesque space any day of the week for a rotating menu of chichi, European-style snacks and natural wines, by the glass, bottle or flight.
Grape Witches
Dundas West
1247 Dundas St W
Flaunting a newly renovated, weather-proofed patio, the team at Grape Witches is embracing the season of outdoor sipping with open arms. Visit the secret-gardenesque space any day of the week for a rotating menu of chichi, European-style snacks and natural wines, by the glass, bottle or flight.
Koreatown
866 Bloor St W
Electric Bill
Inspired by Australian lingo and culture, the menu at this Bloor West spot is big on novelty, flavour, and cheek. Park up on the patio to sample a Durry Muncher or Bin Chicken with a side of Australian hand pies and lamingtons.
Electric Bill
Koreatown
866 Bloor St W
Inspired by Australian lingo and culture, the menu at this Bloor West spot is big on novelty, flavour, and cheek. Park up on the patio to sample a Durry Muncher or Bin Chicken with a side of Australian hand pies and lamingtons.
Distillery District
18 Tank House Lane
El Catrin
Mexican
The cheery patio at this Distillery District Mexican spot is first come, first served. Still, buoyed by the promise of zippy guacamole, bracing margaritas, ceviche, sopes, tacos and more, you'll be more than happy to wait your turn.
El Catrin
Distillery District
18 Tank House Lane
The cheery patio at this Distillery District Mexican spot is first come, first served. Still, buoyed by the promise of zippy guacamole, bracing margaritas, ceviche, sopes, tacos and more, you'll be more than happy to wait your turn.
Mexican
Financial District
161 Bay St
Chotto Matte
Japanese-Peruvian
Escape the Financial District in style, at this lush and tropical outdoor oasis. Few things pair with the kitchen's Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei menu quite like the bar's refreshingly polished drinks (which, incidentally, are 2-for-1 on weekdays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.).
Chotto Matte
Financial District
161 Bay St
Escape the Financial District in style, at this lush and tropical outdoor oasis. Few things pair with the kitchen's Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei menu quite like the bar's refreshingly polished drinks (which, incidentally, are 2-for-1 on weekdays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.).
Japanese-Peruvian
Little Italy
594 College St
Cafe Diplomatico
Italian
Few things signal summer in Little Italy like a full house on the Café Diplomatico patio. Watch a game, watch passersby, sip a coffee, wine, or spritz and hold onto your table as long as possible, with orders of antipasti, pizza, pasta, and other Italian classics.
Cafe Diplomatico
Little Italy
594 College St
Few things signal summer in Little Italy like a full house on the Café Diplomatico patio. Watch a game, watch passersby, sip a coffee, wine, or spritz and hold onto your table as long as possible, with orders of antipasti, pizza, pasta, and other Italian classics.
Italian
Harbourfront
245 Queens Quay W
Amsterdam Brewhouse
Toronto's largest waterfront craft brewery serves as an ideal spot to soak up sun alongside stellar lake views. A menu of comfort food favourites goes down a treat sided by flights or 20-ounce pints of frothy, chilled Amsterdam brews.
Amsterdam Brewhouse
Harbourfront
245 Queens Quay W
Toronto's largest waterfront craft brewery serves as an ideal spot to soak up sun alongside stellar lake views. A menu of comfort food favourites goes down a treat sided by flights or 20-ounce pints of frothy, chilled Amsterdam brews.
West Queen West
Sky Yard At The Drake Hotel
Sky Yard At The Drake Hotel
Bar
Given an Amalfi-coast-style glow-up, this year's iteration of Sky Yard pairs The Drake's singular brand of cool with a Mediterranean menu and spritzy, refreshing sips. Need a break from the hustle and bustle? Perched atop Queen West, a tall, brisk, citrus-hued drink at hand, you'll feel a million miles away.
Sky Yard At The Drake Hotel
West Queen West
Sky Yard At The Drake Hotel
Given an Amalfi-coast-style glow-up, this year's iteration of Sky Yard pairs The Drake's singular brand of cool with a Mediterranean menu and spritzy, refreshing sips. Need a break from the hustle and bustle? Perched atop Queen West, a tall, brisk, citrus-hued drink at hand, you'll feel a million miles away.
Bar
Bloorcourt Village
841 Bloor St W
Paradise Grapevine
Paradise Grapevine took over the old Bloorcourt haunt Menalon (they kept the old sign) but has quickly become a favourite in the neighbourhood with it's whimsical grapevine studded patio. They serve an extensive wine and beer selection and also have shared small plates available for nibbling.
Paradise Grapevine
Bloorcourt Village
841 Bloor St W
Paradise Grapevine took over the old Bloorcourt haunt Menalon (they kept the old sign) but has quickly become a favourite in the neighbourhood with it's whimsical grapevine studded patio. They serve an extensive wine and beer selection and also have shared small plates available for nibbling.
Leslieville
The Broadview Hotel
The Rooftop at the Broadview Hotel
Bar
Rain or shine, The Broadview Hotel's beloved Rooftop Bar answers the need for delicious bites, classic drinks, and room for you and your crew. True, sun enhances the views, but there's nothing quite like a pyramidal skylight to make patio time a must, even when it pours.
The Rooftop at the Broadview Hotel
Leslieville
The Broadview Hotel
Rain or shine, The Broadview Hotel's beloved Rooftop Bar answers the need for delicious bites, classic drinks, and room for you and your crew. True, sun enhances the views, but there's nothing quite like a pyramidal skylight to make patio time a must, even when it pours.
Bar