Our local bars and restaurants may not be allowed to offer 2-for-1 martinis at Happy Hour, but there’s no reason you can’t enjoy a snack and a refreshing drink when you prefer not to entertain at home. Here are a few local establishments where you can enjoy a warm evening on the patio after work.
For our complete patio listing, click here.
Bronte:
Plank Restobar
67 Bronte Road | plankrestobar.ca
Diners rave about the pepper calamari, plank poutine and cauliflower fritters. A view of Bronte Harbour completes the ambience.
Yolanda’s Spuntino Casa
49 Bronte Road | yolandasspuntinocasa.com
An intimate, friendly destination for a modern Italian meal on the gorgeous patio overlooking Bronte Harbour.
Burlington:
Pepperwood Bistro
1455 Lakeshore Road | pepperwood.on.ca
Intimate bistro tables offer the perfect place to enjoy the lake view and a pint from the onsite microbrewery.
Emma’s Back Porch
2084 Old Lakeshore Road | emmasbackporch.ca
Feel like a weekend cottager at this laid-back patio right on the water with a fabulous panoramic view of the lake.
The Queen’s Head
400 Brant Street | thequeenshead.ca
In the centre of downtown Burlington, the patio sits on the lively corners of Brant and Elgin Street. Sit, sip and surf (Wi-Fi is available).
Spencer’s on the Waterfront
1340 Lakeshore Road | spencers.ca
Newly renovated, the patio offers a spectacular view of sparkling Lake Ontario.
The Beaver & Bulldog
2020 Lakeshore Road | beaverandbulldog.com
Situated beneath downtown Burlington’s Waterfront Hotel, the Beaver & Bulldog offers relaxation on its spectacular waterfront patio.
Oakville:
Paradiso Restaurant
125 Lakeshore Road east | paradisorestaurant.com
With its Mediterranean menu and $5 select martinis and wines by the glass, it’s a truly inviting outdoor destination.
The Gingerman Social Eatery
335 Kerr Street | gingermansocialeatery.ca
Can’t make it to Maine this summer? Simply pull up a seat at this patio and enjoy the signature Lobster Bisque!
Corks Restaurant
305 Lakeshore Road East | corksrestaurant.ca
Sister restaurant to the legendary Season’s in Downtown Oakville, Corks serves Spanish and Portuguese American inspired food in traditional tapas style.
Julia’s Ristorante
312 Lakeshore Road EAST | juliasristorante.com
Enjoy Julia’s “LataLiano” cuisine on the partially covered patio that’s complete with large, lush urns and planters.
Harper’s Landing
481 Cornwall Road | harperslanding.ca
With live music and patio parties throughout the summer, this huge west facing patio is a popular destination.
Piazza Bistro
94 George Street | piazzabistro.ca
A rustic Italian cafe and restaurant with legendary meatballs and a patio that sits under a canopy of trees.
For our complete patio listing, click here.
