Patio Season in Toronto

Although summer is a season in technicality but in Toronto it’s also famously known as ‘Patio Season’. The Ontario government is in the first phase of re-opening  the city which means restaurants that have patio can sit up to 4 people on the same table outdoors.

Even though I haven’t been to a whole lot of restaurants but there are a few that I have been to and this blog contains my top 3 recommendations in different price ranges.

• Madison Avenue Pub – Just off Spadina subway station, Maddy’s is a well-known spot to chill in a budget friendly manner. It’s a popular student hangout with 3 Victorian mansions being converted into 6 British styled pub. What I absolutely love about this place is that it has so much patio space at so many levels and even the indoor space is plenty.
  • Price Range – $-$$
  • Location – 14 Madison Avenue, Toronto, ON M5R 2S1
  • Timings – 11am to 2am

• Fox and John’s Pub – Just off Runnymede station this place is your typical Canadian pub with chill vibes and even chiller breeze! And if you’re a sports fan, then you’re in for a treat as they have screen spread across to watch some live action and have those chilled beers. Must try the Lemon Pepper chicken wings …. So delicious!
  • Price Range – $$
  • Location – 2199 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario M6S 1N2
  • Timings – 11am to 12am

• Amsterdam Brewhouse – A little on the expensive end but oh the views are so worth it! This lakefront brewery pairs your favourite craft beer with local pub food and they do an absolutely brilliant job of it.
  • Price Range – $$-$$$
  • Location – 245 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON M5J 2K9
  • Timings – 11am to 11pm

I would also like to mention 2 patio places that I have not been to yet but are on my wish-list. Their reviews online are nothing short of glowing!

• The Porch – The Porch offers unmatched view of Toronto skyline and of the CN Tower. This is must go to place with your buddies to sip on those cool margaritas and enjoy scrumptious food. This place actually does have a dress code which states allows for casual wear but no sportswear, jerseys and athletic shoes.
  • Price Range – $$-$$$
  • Location – 250 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 1X6
  • Timings – 11am to 2am

• Toronto Island BBQ and Beer Co – Located on Toronto Island, this place offers a 360 degree view of the Toronto skyline. As it says in the name, this place is known for some very yummy smoked brisket, smoked sausage or BBQ pulled pork, baby back ribs and smoked tacos. Of course these are best paid with some cold beer!
  • Price Range – $$-$$$
  • Location – 20 Centre Island Dock, Toronto, ON M5J 2E9
  • Timings – 11:30am to 9pm

SALUD!