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Toronto Patios That Will Transport You Out of the City

Shriya Agnihotri

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Shriya Agnihotri

Toronto Patios That Will Transport You Out of the City

It may be September and the unofficial signifier of cold weather to come, but as the last long weekend of the summer approaches, it is time to revel in as much al fresco dining as humanly possible.

What is typically a weekend for city getaways, jaunts to magical European destinations or beach holidays may more likely be one spent at home, that doesn't mean you can't escape the ho-hum of everyday life.

We have compiled a list of Toronto's patios guaranteed to whisk you away. From urban jungles, gothic castle backdrops and secret gardens, there's still plenty new to explore.

Here is a list of Toronto patios that will transport you out of the city.

The Octopus Garden

Toronto's newest hidden garden patio imparts old Hollywood vibes and will transport you directly to the Polo Lounge or Chateau Marmont (which the concept was inspired by).

The Octopus Garden

Toronto's newest hidden garden patio imparts old Hollywood vibes and will transport you directly to the Polo Lounge or Chateau Marmont (which the concept was inspired by).

Bloorcourt Village

841 Bloor St W

Paradise Grapevine

Walking along Bloor Street, you would have no idea what lies behind Paradise Grapevine's narrow alleyway. A hidden back patio spotted with old oak wine barrels is the spot for sipping natural wine and snacking on charcuterie and olives.

Paradise Grapevine

Bloorcourt Village

841 Bloor St W

Walking along Bloor Street, you would have no idea what lies behind Paradise Grapevine's narrow alleyway. A hidden back patio spotted with old oak wine barrels is the spot for sipping natural wine and snacking on charcuterie and olives.

King West

485 King St W

Baro

Baro's patio imparts an immediate sense of tranquillity as you sit amongst the lush greenery. An oasis in the heart of the hustle and bustle of the city, Baro is the getaway you need when you want to escape it all.

Baro

King West

485 King St W

Baro's patio imparts an immediate sense of tranquillity as you sit amongst the lush greenery. An oasis in the heart of the hustle and bustle of the city, Baro is the getaway you need when you want to escape it all.

Financial District

161 Bay St

Chotto Matte

Japanese-Peruvian

Venture to the Amazon when sitting on this plant-adorned patio. Giving a whole other meaning to the urban jungle, a seating at their weekly jungle brunch will transport you somewhere far, far away.

Chotto Matte

Financial District

161 Bay St

Venture to the Amazon when sitting on this plant-adorned patio. Giving a whole other meaning to the urban jungle, a seating at their weekly jungle brunch will transport you somewhere far, far away.

Japanese-Peruvian

Toronto Beach Club

Sip on cocktails and nibble on towering platters of fresh seafood at this lakeside restaurant that will transport you to the tropics on that beach vacation you so deserve to be taking right now.

Toronto Beach Club

Sip on cocktails and nibble on towering platters of fresh seafood at this lakeside restaurant that will transport you to the tropics on that beach vacation you so deserve to be taking right now.

King West

522 King St W

Myth

A greek restaurant that wants guests to feel like their somewhere seaside in Mykonos enjoying mezze platters, seafood and saganaki.

Myth

King West

522 King St W

A greek restaurant that wants guests to feel like their somewhere seaside in Mykonos enjoying mezze platters, seafood and saganaki.

Yonge and Bloor

15 Charles St E

Constantine

Located at the Anndore House, Hotel Constantine has a hidden second-floor patio to keep you surrounded by greenery and tall buildings. Here vegetable dishes take centre stage, with family-style dining highly encouraged.

Constantine

Yonge and Bloor

15 Charles St E

Located at the Anndore House, Hotel Constantine has a hidden second-floor patio to keep you surrounded by greenery and tall buildings. Here vegetable dishes take centre stage, with family-style dining highly encouraged.

Bar Reyna

Mediterranean

A hidden back patio with vibrant decor and lanterns to elevate the Mediterranean cuisine they have to offer such as falafel bites or Halloumi Souvlaki.

Bar Reyna

A hidden back patio with vibrant decor and lanterns to elevate the Mediterranean cuisine they have to offer such as falafel bites or Halloumi Souvlaki.

Mediterranean

Chula Taberna Mexicana

A colourful cantina rooftop patio with a wide variety of tequila, mezcal, beer and cocktails paired with Mexican staples.

Chula Taberna Mexicana

A colourful cantina rooftop patio with a wide variety of tequila, mezcal, beer and cocktails paired with Mexican staples.

Harbourfront

25 Dockside Dr

Against the Grain

You can enjoy some global-inspired eats by a lakeside view like jerk chicken, mushroom risotto, Hawaiian ribeye or a classic crispy fried chicken burger.

Against the Grain

Harbourfront

25 Dockside Dr

You can enjoy some global-inspired eats by a lakeside view like jerk chicken, mushroom risotto, Hawaiian ribeye or a classic crispy fried chicken burger.

Little Italy

597 College St

Pompette

A French restaurant serving up classics like pâté en croûte, tarama and sourdough bread paired with handcrafted cocktails and wine.

Pompette

Little Italy

597 College St

A French restaurant serving up classics like pâté en croûte, tarama and sourdough bread paired with handcrafted cocktails and wine.

Lapinou

Serving up brunch on Sundays with 1930s Paris Jazz on the patio will have you feeling like you're vacationing in Paris.

Lapinou

Serving up brunch on Sundays with 1930s Paris Jazz on the patio will have you feeling like you're vacationing in Paris.

Mercado Negro

At Mercado Negro they want you to experience what it's like when you step into a Portuguese household. As part of the AgitÁgueda Art Festival, hundreds of umbrellas are hung in the streets of Agueda, just like the patio at this restaurant.

Mercado Negro

At Mercado Negro they want you to experience what it's like when you step into a Portuguese household. As part of the AgitÁgueda Art Festival, hundreds of umbrellas are hung in the streets of Agueda, just like the patio at this restaurant.

The Garden at Casa Loma

With Toronto's iconic castle in the background, you'll get to enjoy a meal in Casa Loma's award-winning gardens.

The Garden at Casa Loma

With Toronto's iconic castle in the background, you'll get to enjoy a meal in Casa Loma's award-winning gardens.

Clay Restaurant

Located inside the Gardiner Museum, this hidden rooftop will have you thinking you're on a European vacation.

Clay Restaurant

Located inside the Gardiner Museum, this hidden rooftop will have you thinking you're on a European vacation.