With warm weather fast approaching here is a list of top notch open air venues offering al fresco dining in Calgary this summer.
Rooftop Bar @ Simmons
After an extremely successful 2015 summer season, Charbar’s rooftop patio will relaunch this year (May 20) with a new name, “Rooftop Bar @ Simmons,” and its own unique personality and menu. With seating for approximately 100 guests, Rooftop Bar @ Simmons will serve a range of summertime fare, cooked on a custom-made rooftop grill, with fresh, quality ingredients from locally-sourced markets.
Address: 618 Confluence Way SE
Phone: 403-452-3115
Twitter: @RTBSimmons
The Farmer’s House
This historic gem in Marda Loop not only offers patrons simply prepared, delicious food but also a lovely outdoor area to unwind in. Sun seekers will want to make a beeline for the eatery’s south-facing patio.
Address: 2138 33rd Avenue SW
Phone: 403-727-1188
Twitter: @mardaloopfarm
National Beer Garden
Calgary’s largest rooftop patio boasts fantastic views, all day sunshine, and a beer garden feel. Soak up the rays whilst you dig into typical pub grub and sink a couple of beers at this casual Downtown bar/eatery.
Address: 225 8th Avenue SW
Phone: 403-237-5556
Twitter: @ntnl8
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Ki Modern Japanese & Bar
With a menu that’s designed to be sampled and shared, enjoy the spoils served up at Ki on the restaurant’s sleek outdoor patio. Built around a central bar, Ki’s patio is one of handful in the city that is actually covered.
Address: 308 4th Avenue SW
Phone: 403-264-1133
Twitter: @kiJapanese
River Café Restaurant
When the sun is out there’s no better place to be than River Cafe’s river-side patio. Located on Prince’s Island and surrounded by leafy green trees, River Cafe’s umbrella covered patio is an ideal place to be to enjoy a sunny al fresco meal.
Address: 25 Prince’s Island Park
Phone: 403-261-7670
Twitter: @RiverCafeYYC
Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant
Set in a tranquil setting within Fish Creek Provincial Park, Bow Valley Ranche offers patrons a great escape from the city. Secure a spot on the restaurant’s wrap-around patio and enjoy top notch al fresco dining.
Address: 15979 Bow Bottom Trail SE
Phone: 403-476-1310
Twitter: @RancheYYC
Vin Room — Mission
Vin Room Mission is home to one of nicest rooftop patios around. With seating for 50 people the open air patio is a terrific spot to escape to on a lazy summer day. Complimentary sunscreen and blankets are provided for guests to enjoy. Thrifty diners should make the most of Vin Room’s Happy Hour menu, available from 4 to 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close daily, that includes $5 mini tapas features, $6 feature beer, and $7 feature wine.
Address: 2310 4th Street SW
Phone: 403-457-5522
Twitter: @VinRoom