The coolest waterfront patios to visit in Toronto this summer
Restaurants across Toronto are finally reopening, and these waterfront patios — made for liquid lunchin’, if you ask us — are calling your name.
Outdoor seating with a view of the lake is somewhat scarce in the city, which makes these spots all the more special. In high demand on hot days, these patios are the places to be to soak up the sun while the lake breeze keeps you cool.
Here’s where to live large, lakeside, this summer in Toronto:
Against the Grain
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At Corus Quay (aka Sugar Beach), this pubby patio offers a serene escape on the waterfront. Rotating taps pouring craft brews and a menu featuring salads, brick oven pizzas, and burgers are all easy to like. Now, it’s reopening with 50% capacity.
Address: 25 Dockside Drive, Toronto
Phone: 647-344-1562
Amsterdam Brewhouse
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Beers, Muskoka chairs, and a pristine view of the harbour — this lakeside brewhouse has it all. Settle in for a little R&R with a 3 Speed in hand.
Address: 245 Queens Quay, Toronto
Phone: 416-504-1020
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Cabana Pool Bar
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Bottle service and bikinis are the big draws at this poolside patio. This place, known to be in perpetual party mode and fuelled by top-shelf spirits and spiked slushies, officially reopens on Thursday with menu offerings from Oliver & Bonacini. It might be a little different from what you’re used to — a bit less crowded, perhaps.
Address: 11 Polson Street, Toronto
Phone: 416-479-7645
Firkin on the Bay
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This Firkin outpost is a gem from the chain of local public houses. Being positioned right on the water makes it a popular destination for Etobicoke patio-goers looking to soak in some sun, with a tiny Toronto skyline on the horizon.
Address: 68 Marine Parade Drive, Unit 13-17, Toronto
Phone: 647-748-8877
Pie Bar
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Pizza on a patio! This pie shop offers plenty of people-watching opportunities at Harbourfront, not to mention a menu of snacks, salads, pasta, pizza, gelato, and cocktails! The spot, to start, is operating at 50% capacity.
Address: 207 Queens Quay West, Suite 155, Toronto
Phone: 647-341-7221
The Slip
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The seasonal restaurant on Toronto waterfront is now open for the 2020 season. The lakeside patio boasts cold beers, ciders, cocktails, and wine. And the kitchen? It’s slingin’ pulled pork sandwiches, burgers, and ribs.
Address: 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
The Goodman Pub
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This waterfront patio boasts panoramic views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands. To help keep cool, try any of the two dozen beers on tap, and tuck into a menu spanning brunch to dinner. We’re talkin’ lakeside standouts like smashed avo toast and lobster rolls.
Address: 207 Queens Quay West, Toronto
Phone: 647-341-2337
Boxcar Social
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One of Toronto’s best cafe patios, the third outpost from Boxcar Social is an ideal destination for sipping quality coffee, wine, craft beer, or whiskey at any time of day or night.
Address: 235 Queen’s Quay West, Toronto
Phone: 416-203-2999
Miku
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Slip into this spot’s patio seating area to enjoy fresh sushi and refreshing cocktails while you bask in the lake breeze.
Address: 105-10 Bay Street, Toronto
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