With warm weather finally hitting Calgary, there’s no better time than the present to enjoy a meal, cold drinks, and good company in the great outdoors.
Luckily, for urban dwellers and visitors, Calgary offers a never-ending list of fabulous patios, providing city views, people-watching opportunities, endless sunshine, and solid menu choices.
Here are the best patios in Calgary.
Container Bar
This cozy patio is tucked between buildings in Kensington. A true urban hideaway, getting a spot on this patio is always a treat.
Address: 1131 Kensington Road NW
Phone: 403-457-4148
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Blanco Cantina
What could be better than eating Blanco’s delicious nachos in the sun? This spot has a prime patio location with tons of sunlight for everyone.
Address: 723 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-228-1854
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Bonterra Trattoria
Patrons can head to Bonterra’s stunning Tuscan garden terrace on a sunny day. Enjoy authentic Italian eats while surrounded by a green and romantic atmosphere.
Address: 1016 8 Street SW
Phone: 403-262-8480
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National on 8th
The newest member of the National family in YYC is situated in the downtown core in Scotia Centre. National on 8th has western Canada’s largest rooftop patio, with tons of seating, ping pong tables, corn hole games, and full-service patio bars, this is one of the best patios in the city.
Address: 360-225 8 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-237-5556
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The Ship & Anchor
A classic spot to set up on the 17 Ave patio stretch – the Ship’s picnic tables and benches have seen years of booze-fuelled fun in the sun.
Address: 534 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-245-3333
Charbar
Located on the roof of the Simmons Building, the Charbar patio has one of the most stellar views in Calgary.
Address: 618 Confluence Way SE
Phone: 403-452-3115
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Sunterra Keynote
This Sunterra location has a seriously epic rooftop patio located on top of the Keynote. We’d say this is a pretty shiny hidden gem.
Address: 200 12 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-261-6772
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Hayden Block
The extended front garden and patio at Hayden Block is a total sun trap and it’s the perfect place to chow down on some BBQ and sip some whiskey.
Address: 1136 Kensington Road NW
Phone: 403-283-3021