If you’re the outdoorsy type–as in you like to sit on a patio with a drink in your hand–we’ve got a list for you. Getting a boost of vitamin D mixed with happy hour drink deals is a great way to start making summer memories.
Here are five of the best patios in Calgary where you can enjoy happy hour.
1. Ox Bar de Tapas
Sunshine pairs well with sangria. With every menu item at half price, you can share a (or just get your own) pitcher of sangria and snack on delicious small plates.
When: Everyday from 4 to 6 pm. Must be seated at the bar, barrels, and high top tables (on the patio also!).
Address: 528 17 Avenue SW
Instagram: @oxtapas
2. Posto Pizzeria and Bar
This tucked away patio is a great escape from downtown’s hustle and bustle. Enjoy half priced bottles of wine and arancini, meatballs, perogies and other small bites for $2.50 a piece.
When: Monday to Friday from 4 to 6 pm
Address: 1014 8 Street SW
Instagram: @postocalgary
3. Oxbow
Located in Kensington’s Riverside Inn, Oxbow’s patio faces towards the Bow River. Enjoy the view while sipping on $5 feature red or white wine or cool off with a $5 pint.
When: From 5 to 7 pm everyday. $5 feature red & white and pints
Address: 1126 Memorial Drive NW
Instagram: @oxbow_yyc
4. Cactus Club Café on Stephen Avenue
Soak up the sunshine while sipping on a $5 passion fruit bellini, a longboard lager or monvin wine with plenty of $3 snack options including a mini burger, truffle fries, mini crispy chicken sandwich, and fish tacos. For those wanting to enjoy a late night happy hour from 9pm onwards, you’ll be happy to know that the patio is also heated.
When: Daily 3 to 6 pm and Sunday to Thursday 9 pm to close.
Address: #178 317 7 Avenue SW
Instagram: @cactus_stephenave
5. Murrieta’s Bar & Grill
This shaded balcony patio with bar-style seats looks onto Stephen Avenue making it perfect to take people-watching to a new level and to share $5 appies, beer, wine, and spirits.
When: From Monday to Friday 3 to 6 pm.
Address: 808 1 Street SW
Instagram: @murrietas_calgary