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The Top 12 Toronto Restaurants for Outdoor Dining

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by Jessica Huras
Updated 03 November 2023

Toronto comes to life during patio season, and a long dreary winter of lockdowns makes its arrival this year feel particularly celebratory. From glamorous rooftops with bar bites to tranquil backyard settings with Asian-influenced fare, there’s an al fresco restaurant for every mood and craving.

Read on to discover some of the top spots for outdoor dining in Toronto.

4.5 (1311)
CAN$30 and under
Mediterranean
Yorkville

Set in a Victorian townhouse in Yorkville, Bar Reyna’s patio oozes charm.Foliage and string lights line the ceiling, while brick and wood walls add warmth. The Mediterranean menu includes creative modern fare such as lamb baklava, Lebanese “tacos” served on flatbread, and halloumi souvlaki.

Top review
MarthaR
Dined on 16 Feb 2025
Second time there and did not disappoint. A few drips coming down from where the tree goes through the sky light but no big deal. Layers off and on relatively to heaters off and on but no big deal. Every dish was yummy and drinks too.

Set in a Victorian townhouse in Yorkville, Bar Reyna’s patio oozes charm.Foliage and string lights line the ceiling, while brick and wood walls add warmth. The Mediterranean menu includes creative modern fare such as lamb baklava, Lebanese “tacos” served on flatbread, and halloumi souvlaki.

Top review
MarthaR
Dined on 16 Feb 2025
Second time there and did not disappoint. A few drips coming down from where the tree goes through the sky light but no big deal. Layers off and on relatively to heaters off and on but no big deal. Every dish was yummy and drinks too.
4.7 (4414)
CAN$51 and over
Steakhouse
Midtown / Uptown

Majestic castle-style Casa Loma, a landmarked home and gardens, form the backdrop at BlueBlood Steakhouse, where dining outside means being surrounded by stunning landscaping and historic architecture. The Terrace, surrounded by vistas of the estate’s verdant gardens, is now open for reservations, where diners can enjoy Blueblood’s swanky steakhouse fare, from seafood towers and fish entrees to dry-aged beef and plenty of sides.

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OpenTable Diner
Dined 5 days ago
Great service and food was excellent. Location is prime.

Majestic castle-style Casa Loma, a landmarked home and gardens, form the backdrop at BlueBlood Steakhouse, where dining outside means being surrounded by stunning landscaping and historic architecture. The Terrace, surrounded by vistas of the estate’s verdant gardens, is now open for reservations, where diners can enjoy Blueblood’s swanky steakhouse fare, from seafood towers and fish entrees to dry-aged beef and plenty of sides.

Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 5 days ago
Great service and food was excellent. Location is prime.
4.5 (5698)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican
Distillery District

The sprawling, industrial, colorful patio at El Catrin in the Distillery District makes this Mexican restaurant one of the city’s most fun for outdoor dining. Beyond Mexican favourites such as tacos, table guacamole, and a huge tequila and mezcal selection, find fire pits, tons of plants, and funky mixed furniture for a patio experience that’s one of a kind.

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Cris
Dined 3 days ago
Jose was our server and was amazing. Overall good was great we had the buy 3 tacos get 3 tacos Tuesday and guacamole app. We were stuffed but managed to find room for the amazing tres leche dessert. A stellar night for our anniversary. We also got a discount because we were catching the amazing Kim’s Convienience play next door. Wonderful night for us!

The sprawling, industrial, colorful patio at El Catrin in the Distillery District makes this Mexican restaurant one of the city’s most fun for outdoor dining. Beyond Mexican favourites such as tacos, table guacamole, and a huge tequila and mezcal selection, find fire pits, tons of plants, and funky mixed furniture for a patio experience that’s one of a kind.

Top review
Cris
Dined 3 days ago
Jose was our server and was amazing. Overall good was great we had the buy 3 tacos get 3 tacos Tuesday and guacamole app. We were stuffed but managed to find room for the amazing tres leche dessert. A stellar night for our anniversary. We also got a discount because we were catching the amazing Kim’s Convienience play next door. Wonderful night for us!
4.7 (2645)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Lebanese
Yorkville

The spacious second floor terrace — complete with greenery and white wrought-iron chairs — makes a charming outdoor backdrop to Amal’s stunningly composed Lebanese plates. Start with standbys such as hummus, tabbouleh, and baba ghanoush before digging in to entrees like the Ontario lamb chops and skewer platters with pita, grilled vegetables, shug, and home fries.

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ElizabethVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful meal - everything was delicious. Service was outstanding. Very pretty restaurant - will definitely return.

The spacious second floor terrace — complete with greenery and white wrought-iron chairs — makes a charming outdoor backdrop to Amal’s stunningly composed Lebanese plates. Start with standbys such as hummus, tabbouleh, and baba ghanoush before digging in to entrees like the Ontario lamb chops and skewer platters with pita, grilled vegetables, shug, and home fries.

Top review
ElizabethVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful meal - everything was delicious. Service was outstanding. Very pretty restaurant - will definitely return.
4.3 (1188)
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary French
King West

No alleyway has exuded more charm than the one at Lapinou, with its string lights, lanterns, and padded wrought-iron seats. The French néo-bistro — a term for trendy Parisian wine bars — has reached Toronto here; the menu pulls in global influences in dishes such as beef tartare with Dijon, shallot, celery, egg yolk, and grilled sourdough, or lamb garganelli with preserved lemon, nicoise olive, and jalapeno.

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Julie
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
We celebrated my birthday here and I am so happy I chose this restaurant. Every item of food we ordered was delicious, our server Kenny took great care of us and the ambience was wonderful. The menu was just right with the different food items offered. It was not complicated and easy to order from. I hope to revisit again and recommend it to our family and friends. My husband and I enjoyed the evening so much and I was served a chocolate cake with a lighted candle. Love the name Lapinou.

No alleyway has exuded more charm than the one at Lapinou, with its string lights, lanterns, and padded wrought-iron seats. The French néo-bistro — a term for trendy Parisian wine bars — has reached Toronto here; the menu pulls in global influences in dishes such as beef tartare with Dijon, shallot, celery, egg yolk, and grilled sourdough, or lamb garganelli with preserved lemon, nicoise olive, and jalapeno.

Top review
Julie
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
We celebrated my birthday here and I am so happy I chose this restaurant. Every item of food we ordered was delicious, our server Kenny took great care of us and the ambience was wonderful. The menu was just right with the different food items offered. It was not complicated and easy to order from. I hope to revisit again and recommend it to our family and friends. My husband and I enjoyed the evening so much and I was served a chocolate cake with a lighted candle. Love the name Lapinou.
4.8 (4753)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Asian
King West

Celebrity chef Susur Lee leads the kitchen at Lee, a renowned Chinese-French restaurant on King Street West. This is Lee’s flagship, with a menu that showcases Chinese flavors with French technique in dishes such as wild Alaskan caramelized black cod with miso mustard, Asian slow-braised beef with horseradish sour cream, and crispy tofu with a mushroom and pepper compote. Lush foliage, an awning, and wrought iron fence lend the sidewalk seating a serene botanical vibe.

Top review
LindaE
Dined 3 days ago
A delightful experience - great food and wonderful service!

Celebrity chef Susur Lee leads the kitchen at Lee, a renowned Chinese-French restaurant on King Street West. This is Lee’s flagship, with a menu that showcases Chinese flavors with French technique in dishes such as wild Alaskan caramelized black cod with miso mustard, Asian slow-braised beef with horseradish sour cream, and crispy tofu with a mushroom and pepper compote. Lush foliage, an awning, and wrought iron fence lend the sidewalk seating a serene botanical vibe.

Top review
LindaE
Dined 3 days ago
A delightful experience - great food and wonderful service!
4.6 (507)
CAN$30 and under
Canadian
Entertainment District

If it weren’t for the up-close sight of a Toronto landmark, you’d think you were in Munich at Steam Whistle Biergärten. The German-style beer hall at the base of the CN Tower serves up traditional German fare — think pretzels and schnitzel — alongside its own beer. Outdoor seating has an expansive view of the skyline beyond the string lights and umbrellas for shade.

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Rahul
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
Great service and ambiance. The veg donair was dry; could be improved. Thanks.

If it weren’t for the up-close sight of a Toronto landmark, you’d think you were in Munich at Steam Whistle Biergärten. The German-style beer hall at the base of the CN Tower serves up traditional German fare — think pretzels and schnitzel — alongside its own beer. Outdoor seating has an expansive view of the skyline beyond the string lights and umbrellas for shade.

Top review
Rahul
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
Great service and ambiance. The veg donair was dry; could be improved. Thanks.
4.5 (387)
CAN$30 and under
Korean
Ossington

Té blends traditional Korean fare with Canadian comfort foods in modern dishes hardly seen anywhere else. Pizza tteokbokki (Korean rice dough balls with sweet chile tomato sauce and oven-baked mozzarella), toasted kimchi ravioli with honey wasabi pesto, and soy-braised braised brisket poutine are just some of the creative offerings. The petite backyard patio is surrounded by trees and lit by string lights for a homey feel.

Top review
TaylorWVIP
Dined on 23 Mar 2024
This food is AMAZING, and so is the service! Super cute for a date night or a girls night.

Té blends traditional Korean fare with Canadian comfort foods in modern dishes hardly seen anywhere else. Pizza tteokbokki (Korean rice dough balls with sweet chile tomato sauce and oven-baked mozzarella), toasted kimchi ravioli with honey wasabi pesto, and soy-braised braised brisket poutine are just some of the creative offerings. The petite backyard patio is surrounded by trees and lit by string lights for a homey feel.

Top review
TaylorWVIP
Dined on 23 Mar 2024
This food is AMAZING, and so is the service! Super cute for a date night or a girls night.
4.6 (4514)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian
Rosedale / Summerhill

See and be seen at Terroni’s Miami-like Summerhill patio. All-white furniture with blue accents, string lights, and skyline views make for a chic place to dine on Italian classics such as ravioli with spinach and ricotta, folded pizza, and grilled calamari.

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Joe
Dined 6 days ago
Our waitress was excellent. She spoke Italian and was very professional. Great service!

See and be seen at Terroni’s Miami-like Summerhill patio. All-white furniture with blue accents, string lights, and skyline views make for a chic place to dine on Italian classics such as ravioli with spinach and ricotta, folded pizza, and grilled calamari.

Top review
Joe
Dined 6 days ago
Our waitress was excellent. She spoke Italian and was very professional. Great service!
4.8 (610)
CAN$51 and over
Sushi
Entertainment District

JaBistro specializes in pristine fish, from pressed and torched blocks of sushi, or oshizushi, to omakase with nigiri and sashimi. On the rooftop, a wood-paneled patio with string lights offers a tranquil setting. Don’t skip the famed lobster platter, replete with sweet lobster sashimi.

Top review
JeffreyL
Dined on 6 Mar 2025
Bluefin tuna and the prawn pressed sushi were excellent! Quite a decadent meal, in general I would say less is more as we over ordered. Going back again I would get the Assorted Sashimi and only one or two rolls for two people.

JaBistro specializes in pristine fish, from pressed and torched blocks of sushi, or oshizushi, to omakase with nigiri and sashimi. On the rooftop, a wood-paneled patio with string lights offers a tranquil setting. Don’t skip the famed lobster platter, replete with sweet lobster sashimi.

Top review
JeffreyL
Dined on 6 Mar 2025
Bluefin tuna and the prawn pressed sushi were excellent! Quite a decadent meal, in general I would say less is more as we over ordered. Going back again I would get the Assorted Sashimi and only one or two rolls for two people.
4.4 (1719)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Global, International
Leslieville / Riverdale

This hotel standout offers a seldomly seen perspective of the Toronto skyline and the Don River from its south-facing patio. Perched on the highest floor of a beautifully-restored 19th-century building, the Rooftop’s glass-enclosed indoor dining area, backing the L-shaped patio, makes an eye-catching contrast to the building’s original brick exterior. The urban tableau, pretty cocktails, and shareable menu, featuring plates such as cheesesteak and barbacoa baos, attract a buzzy crowd.

Top review
AndreaVIP
Dined 6 days ago
The rooftop bar has a great location with stunning views and an airy atmosphere. The drink menu offers good choices, and the drinks themselves are enjoyable.

This hotel standout offers a seldomly seen perspective of the Toronto skyline and the Don River from its south-facing patio. Perched on the highest floor of a beautifully-restored 19th-century building, the Rooftop’s glass-enclosed indoor dining area, backing the L-shaped patio, makes an eye-catching contrast to the building’s original brick exterior. The urban tableau, pretty cocktails, and shareable menu, featuring plates such as cheesesteak and barbacoa baos, attract a buzzy crowd.

Top review
AndreaVIP
Dined 6 days ago
The rooftop bar has a great location with stunning views and an airy atmosphere. The drink menu offers good choices, and the drinks themselves are enjoyable.
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