Old Town Toronto is packed with patios featuring MUST TRY menu items. From brunch to lunch, dinner, or after work drinks, come enjoy a patio and support local. Use the list below to ensure your summer is full of dining al fresco!
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SPECIAL NOTE: Due to City of Toronto CafeTO delays, some patios are still being set up. Please verify with restaurant if patio has opened.
SukhoTHAI Wellington
Must Try Menu Items:
Main Course: Khao Soi – Yellow noodles in curry gravy with green onions, coriander & a light, crispy noodle topping. Choice of chicken or beef. A speciality from Northern Thailand.
Main Course: Lemongrass Fish – Bread and deep fried basa fish. Served with chopped herbs and house-made lemongrass sauce. Served with jasmine rice.
Main Course: Cashew Chicken – Breaded white meat chicken, cashews, peppers, onions. Served with rice.
52 Wellington St E, 647-351-4612
Mon – Thurs: 11:30am – 9pm
Fri – Sat: 11:30am – 10pm.
Sun: 3pm – 9pm.
www.sukhothaifood.ca
Instagram: @sukhothaifood
Bindia Indian Bistro
Must Try Menu Items:
Appetizer: Fish Pakora – Tilapia fish battered in chick pea flour, served with chutney.
Appetizer: Aaloo Tikki – Deep fried potato patties, served with chickpea curry.
Main Course: Chicken Kebob – Minced chicken breast mixed with onion, ginger, garlic and blend of spices, cooked in Tandoor.
16 Market St, 416-863-0000
Sun – Thurs: 11am – 9pm.
Fri – Sat: 11am – 9:30pm.
www.bindia.ca
Instagram: @bindiaindianbistro
Playa Cabana Wellington
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: La Pinta Paloma – Cazadores blanco, La Pinta pomegranate tequila, grapefruit juice, agave.
Appetizer: Lobster Tostada – East coast lobster, guacamole, matcha aioli, house made tostadas x2.
Main Course: Enchiladas Suiza – Choice of pollo tinga, beef barbacoa, chorizo, or vegetarian, salsa verde, salsa rojo, queso fresco served with Mexican rice & beans.
36 Wellington St E, 416-519-4886
Mon – Sat (Summer): 12noon – 10pm
www.playacabana.ca
Instagram: @playacabana
Neo Coffee Bar
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Iced Matcha Latte – Uji Matcha from Kyoto with cold milk.
Dessert: Cookie Choux – Choux pastry filled with a light pastry cream, topped with whipped cream and a crunchy cookie crust. Melt-in-your-mouth tasty treat.
Dessert: Strawberry Roll Cake – Fluffy and moist Japanese style roll cake, filled with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
161 Frederick St, Unit 100, 647-348-8811
Mon – Fri: 7am – 7pm
Sat – Sun & holidays: 8am – 7pm
www.neocoffeebar.com
Instagram: @neocoffeebarto
PizzaForno
Must Try Menu Items:
Main Course: Meat Lovers Pizza – The Meat Lovers Pizza is a tantalizing creation for meat enthusiasts. Topped with a mouthwatering combination of pepperoni, sausage, and bacon, it offers a flavorful and indulgent experience. Baked to perfection in PizzaForno’s innovative oven, this pizza is a must-try for anyone seeking a satisfying meat-packed delight.
Main Course: Four Cheese Blend – The Four Cheese Blend pizza is a delightful option for cheese enthusiasts. It offers a combination of four delicious cheeses, resulting in a rich and gooey experience that is sure to please cheese connoisseurs. $9.99 All Day Every Day!
225 King St E, 1-888-652-0957
24hours, 7days
www.pizzaforno.com
Instagram: @thepizzaforno
The Works Craft Burger and Beer
Must Try Menu Items:
Appetizer: Tower-o-Rings – Not just excellent, the best dang O-rings in the world! They’re breaded, not battered for that big crispy crunch! You can choose 2 dipsticks for dipping.
Main Course: The Tragically maple Burger – Juicy beef/chicken or Impossible (veg) patty topped with 3 strip of signature maple bacon. House-made maple bacon jam, bacon stix, Canadian cheese curd ,bacon roasted garlic Aioli and arugula.
Main Course: Waldork salad with your choice of patties – Works salad mix, red onion, chopped beets, avocado, walnut and blue cheese with your choice of patties (chicken, beef, wagyu, elk, Impossible or veggie.)
60 Wellington St E, 416-594-9675
11am – 10pm
www.worksburger.com
Instagram: @works_burger
Pravda Vodka Bar
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Roaring Mule – Refresh your senses with a revitalizing blend of vodka, ginger beer and lime juice: Saddle up for a timeless favourite: Pravda’s iconic Roaring Mule.
Appetizer: Pierogi – Indulge in our cheese and potato dumplings. Garnished with chives and served with sour cream. Pravda pierogi: glamour, meet comfort.
Main Course: Ribeye Sliced Steak – Enjoy a 10 or 20 oz board of rich and succulent ribeye steak. Pravda’s ribeye sliced steak; served up with unmatchable flavour and tenderness.
44 Wellington St E, 416-366-0303
Thurs – Sat: 5pm – 2am
Happy Hour: 5pm – 7:30pm
Sun – Wed: Available for private bookings
www.pravdavodkabar.com
Instagram: @pravdavodkabar
AAA Bar
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Happy Meal – A pint of our AAA Lager and a shot of gold tequila for $12!
Appetizer: Chicken Wings – Crispy, marinated chicken wings served with a choice of homemade sauces.
Main Course: Smoked Pork Back Ribs – Our renowned, oak smoked pork back ribs.
* This patio is very dog friendly 😉
138 Adelaide St E, 647-347-2677
4pm – 2am
www.tripleabar.ca
Instagram: @tripleabar
Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar Front
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Watermelon Crush Juice Refresher – Made-for-you. Freshly pressed juice made from Watermelon, served over ice for a perfectly chilled summer drink. Here for a limited time only on the seasonal menu. Your new go-to summer quencher.
Appetizer: Quinoa Onion Rings – A staple at Fresh! Come in and try our crispy and delectable onion rings. Fried to perfection with a crispy quinoa coating. Careful! So craveable you WILL come back for more!
Main Course: Beach Bowl – Get hungry! This bowl is filled with ingredients that taste good and are good for you. A bowl of grilled artichoke hearts, red pepper & greens, avocado, sun-dried tomato, microgreens, vegan feta, our house made beach sauce.
47 Front St E, 647-693-7556
11am – 10pm
www.freshkitchens.ca
Instagram: @freshrestaurants
Le Papillon on Front
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Papillon Spritz – Select Aperitivo, Prosecco and soda in a wine glass over ice, garnished with an orange slice. A very refreshing drink to enjoy on our patio.
Main Course: Pâtes aux fruits de mer – Seafood pasta – Linguini with scallops and shrimp, chili flakes, olive oil and fresh basil. A light dish celebrating the delicious taste of seafood.
Dessert: Crème Brûlée – Vanilla cream custard topped with a hard layer of caramelized sugar. You won’t find a more classic French dessert!
69 Front Street E, 416-367-0303
Tues – Thurs & Sun: 4pm to 9pm.
Fri & Sat: 4pm – 10pm.
Mon: Closed.
www.papillononfront.com
Instagram: @lepapillononfront
Hothouse Restaurant
Must Try Menu Items:
Main Course: Farm Omelette – 3 fresh eggs, bacon, shredded cheese, green onion, diced tomato, home fries, whole wheat red fife toast.
Main Course: HotHouse Breakfast Sandwich and French Toast – HotHouse Breakfast Sandwich Fresh bakery bun, fried egg, peameal bacon, tomato jam, arugula, mayonnaise, home fries and French Toast Three slices of egg dipped challah bread topped with a pear, maple, cranberry compote, and toasted pecans.
Drink: Mocha and Latte – Join us for breakfast and a nice coffee.
35 Church St, 416-366-7800
Mon – Thurs: 8am – 9:30pm.
Fri: 8am – 10pm.
Sat: 9:30am – 10pm (Brunch: 9:30am – 3pm. Dinner 3:30pm – 10pm.)
Sun: 10am – 9:30pm (Buffet: 10am – 3pm. Dinner: 3:30pm – 9:30pm.)
www.hothouserestaurant.com
Instagram: @hothouserestaurant
Cantina Mercatto
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Select Spritz – Summer on the patio isn’t complete with our twist on the classic spritz with Select Aperitivo, prosecco, & soda.
Main Course: Linguine di Mare – A Mercatto CLASSIC since day one: shrimp, calamari, PEI mussels, spicy pilacca, pangratatto.
Main Course: Pollo alla Diavola – Spicy chicken, creamy fregola, pancetta, kale.
20 Wellington St E, 416-304-0781
Mon – Wed: 11:30am – 10pm.
Thurs & Fri: 11:30am – 11pm.
Sat: 11am – 11pm.
Sun: 11am – 10pm.
www.cantina.mercatto.ca
Instagram: @mercatto.to
The George Street Diner
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Peach Sangria – This chilled white sangria with Peach is so easy to make. Enjoy it to cool down on a hot summer day.
Main Course: Classic Club Sandwich – House Roasted Chicken breast, Llocally sourced bacon, sliced tomatos and lettuce on toasted challah bread.
Dessert: Dublin Apple Crumble – The best apple crumble made with Ontario apples.
129 George St, 416-862-7676
Wed – Sun: 8am – 3pm.
www.thegeorgestreetdiner.com
Instagram: @THEGEORGESTREETDINER
Carisma
Must Try Menu Items:
Appetizer: Calamari alla Griglia – Grilled calamari w/ Moroccan black olives & scallion tomato salsa.
Main Course: Tagliolini Black Truffle – Fresh house made tagliolini w/ truffle butter & shaved black truffles.
Main Course: Bistecca Fiorentina – 34oz sliced porterhouse steak for two.
15 Toronto St, 416-864-7373
Mon – Fri: 12noon – 2pm & 5pm – 10pm.
Sat: 5pm – 10pm.
Sun: closed.
www.carismarestaurant.com
Instagram: @carisma.to
Scotland Yard
Must Try Menu Items:
Appetizer: Nachos – Toronto’s # 1 nachos
Drink: Draught Beer – The freshest, cleanest and coldest beer in the city.
Main Course: Cajun Chicken Wrap – Cajun, panko breaded chicken breast, tomato, chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
56 The Esplanade, 416-364-6572
Daily: 11:30am – 2am.
www.scotlandyard.ca
Instagram: @scotlandyardtoronto
The Old Spaghetti Factory
Must Try Menu Items:
Main Course: Goat Cheese Agnolotti – Goat cheese stuffed agnolotti, sautéed red onion, sun dried tomato and mushrooms tossed in a pesto cream sauce.
Main Course: Esplanade Salad – Mixed greens tossed in a cranberry vinaigrette with grilled red peppers, candied pecans, cucumbers, sun dried tomato, strawberry and goat cheese.
Main Course: Chicken Parmagiana – A hand-breaded chicken breast, topped with marinara sauce and melted parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Served with spaghetti with marinara sauce.
54 The Esplanade, 416-864-9761
Daily: 12pm – 10 pm.
www.oldspaghettifactory.ca/locations/toronto/
Instagram: @oldspaghettifactoryto
Versus Coffee
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Colourful latte (from secret menu) – Secret drink Latte with your choice of flavor, presented with colorful latte art.
Main Course: Breakfast Sandwich – Breakfast Sandwich with your choice of protein. Choose from smoked salmon, ham, turkey or prosciutto.
Main Course: Avocado Toast – Sourdough bread, fresh avocado, sea salt, pepper, olive oil, lemon juice, spice seasoning, chili flakes. Goat cheese and egg as an add on are very popular.
70 Adelaide St E, 647-987-5470
Daily: 7:30am – 6pm
www.versuscoffeebar.com
Instagram: @versuscoffee
C’est What?
Must Try Menu Items:
Main Course: Bulgogi Chicken – Bulgogi marinated and dipped chicken thigh on rice and spring mix dressed with orange-chili dressing, and house made Kimchi.
Main Course: Black Garlic Burger – Two beef patties with cheddar and black garlic mayo on a brioche bun. SIDE: Garlic frites.
Dessert: Hazelnut Brownie – A warm homemade chocolate brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, rich chocolate sauce, whipped cream.
Beer Garden Patio: 94 The Esplanade
Restaurant: 67 Front St. E
416-867-9499
Beer Garden Hours: Tues – Sat: 4pm – 10pm
www.cestwhat.com
Instagram: @cestwhatto
Imperfect Fresh Eats
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Mango Diamond Slush – Hand-picked, fully ripe, fresh Ataulfo aango. Topped with FREE Mango Chunks. Very refreshing and healthy.
Main Course: Surf & Turf Bowl – Base: spring mix and sweet potato noodles Protein: Kalbi steak & garlic butter shrimp (both Halal.) Toppings: Alfalfa sprouts, bell peppers, jalapenos, taro chips, sweet potatoes & crispy onions and spicy charred broccoli with house-made peanut sauce & sweet chilli Thai dressing.
Dessert: Açai Bowl 100% Real Fruit – Base: organic açai berries (imported from Brazil), bananas, mangos, green apples, blueberries, coconut milk. Toppings: fresh banana, seasonal berries, homemade granola, organic coconut clusters and coconut flakes! Completely fresh, healthy and vegan. No sugar or ice added.
100 Front St E, 416-362-0222
Daily: 10:30am – 10pm
www.imperfectfresheats.com
Instagram: @imperfect_st_lawrence
Benares
Must Try Menu Items:
Appetizer: Chicken Masala Pakora / Bombay Pilsner – Chilli, ginger, garlic marinated, spice dusted chicken fritters.
Main Course: Tandoori Salmon – Marinated salmon cooked in Tandoor oven.
Main Course: Butter Chicken – Tender chicken Tikka smothered in spiced tomato creamy sauce.
49 Front St E, 416-955-9000
Daily: 12pm – 10 pm.
www.benares.ca
Instagram: @benares_toronto
Le Petit Dejeuner
Must Try Menu Items:
Main Course: Waffles Benjamin – Authentic Belgian waffles, house smoked salmon, fresh hollandaise and apple slaw.
Main Course (available evenings): Scrumptious Jerk Chicken – Authentic marinated boneless chicken legs, served with your choice of baked biryani rice, Caesar salad, fries or on a bun with coleslaw. Yumm!
Drink: Full Bar and Barista drinks – Wether a specialty coffee, Irish coffee or a loose leaf tea, with our full bar the staff has the means and talent to prepare a wide variety of hot and cold drinks. At nights we serve pints of Guinness, a wee $5 shot of Jameson, Jager or Tequila to get the conversation going.
191 King St E, 416-703-1560
Daytime (every day except Tues): 9am – 3pm.
Evening (Wed – Sun): 6pm – 2am.
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The Corner Place
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Vina Buron Rueda, 2020, Verdejo-Viura – Characteristic fruit scent of pineapple and peach, fruit and fresh flavoured, light bitterness.
Appetizer: Japanese Tuna Ceviche – Ahi tuna, sesame soy lemon marinate, guacamole, salsa fresca, edamame, corn tortilla chips.
Main Course: Chipotle Adobo Lime Shrimp Salad – Grilled shrimp, spring mix, cucumber, onions, carrots, red peppers, corn, coriander, crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese, black bean, chipotle & adobo lime dressing.
11 Jarvis St, 416-850-1738
Mon – Tues: 11am - 12am.
Wed – Fri: 11am – 1am.
Sat: 10:30am – 1am.
Sun: 10:30am – 12am.
www.thecornerplace.ca
Instagram: @thecornerplace
Market Street Catch
Must Try Menu Items:
Main Course: Seafood Tacos – 3 seafood tacos – Your choice of halibut, tuna, octopus or fried shrimp.
Main Course: Ahi Tuna Salad – Seared Ahi Tuna served over a garden salad with avocado and candied pecans.
Main Course: Atlantic Salmon – Grilled Atlantic Salmon served over a plate of fries or salad. Salmon is delivered fresh and cut on-site.
14 Market St, 416-363-2020
Sun – Mon: 11am – 8pm.
Tues – Thurs: 11am – 9pm.
Fri – Sat: 11am – 10pm.
www.marketstreetcatch.ca
Instagram: @Marketstreetcatch_official
Balzac’s Coffee Roasters
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Sparkling Lemonades – Fresh pressed lemonade carbonated to provide a crisp finish with refreshing raspberry hibiscus and mint cucumber flavours.
Drink: Iced Latte – Balzac’s rich Fairtrade Organic Espresso is layered over milk and ice, the perfect pick-me-up on a hot Summer day.
10 Market St, 416-368-4949
Daily: 7am – 7pm.
www.balzacs.com
Instagram: @balzacscoffee
Score on King
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Sour Candy – Absolut watermelon vodka, lime, watermelon, sugar, egg whites, bitters.
Appetizer: Bruschetta – sliced baguette, tomato, garlic, olive oil, cream cheese, parmesan, basil, balsamic glaze.
Main Course: Chilled Noodle Bowl – rice noodles, slaw, carrots, cucumber, shallots, red pepper, cilantro, green onion, sesame ginger dressing.
107 King St E, 416-519-4654
Sun – Thurs: 11am – 1am.
Fri & Sat: 11am – 2am.
www.scoreonking.com
Instagram: @scoreonking
Aroma Espresso Bar (Wellington)
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Strawberries & Cream Smoothie – Cool, creamy blend of puréed strawberries, milk and ice topped with whipped cream.
Main Course: Grilled Halloumi & Sweet Potato Salad – Grilled halloumi cheese, roasted sweet potatoes, arugula, lentils, fresh basil, sesame seeds and honey-roasted pumpkin seeds, served with maple balsamic vinaigrette.
Dessert: Chocolate Croissant – A freshly baked pastry stuffed with rich chocolate. Baked fresh in store throughout the day.
20 Wellington St E, Unit#2, 647-748-6300
Mon-Fri: 7:30am – 6pm.
Sat & Sun: 8am – 6pm.
www.aromacafe.ca
Instagram: @aromacanada
Gabbys
Daily drink specials – Please ask our staff about our daily drink specials
Appetizer: Chicken wings – Chicken wings ordered fresh from St Lawrence Market! 1/2 price every Monday & Wednesday.
Main Course: Housemade burgers – Housemade burgers served with an Ace bakery bun. Every Thursday burger & a pint $22.00.
189 King St E, 416-703-7781
Daily: 12pm – 2am
www.gabbys.ca
Instagram: @GabbysToronto
Au Pain Doré
Must Try Menu Items:
Drink: Lemon Basil Lemonade / Strawberry Lemonade – This lemony classic with a touch of basil will refresh you. And how about our new strawberry lemonade? A classic lemonade with a fragrant touch of season strawberries. All you need for the summer!
Dessert: Mixed Berry Desserts – Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries on the menu. Tart and tartlet with pure butter, lemon cream, and fresh berries. And how about our danish with cream cheese, strawberry coulis, and fresh berries? Don’t wait! They will be here for a limited time only. Long live irresistible berries!
Main Course: Caprese Pasata Salad & Brie Ham and Apple Sandwich – Caprese Pasta Salad with orchietta pasta, tomatoes, bocconcini, kale, pesto, and a lemon vinaigrette. Brie Ham and Apple Sandwich: tart crunch of apples, creamy brie and smoky ham.
81 front St E, 416-367-2738
7am-8pm
www.atelier.aupaindore.com/en
Instagram: @aupaindore1956
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