Top 10 Places To Launch Patio Season For 2014

Toronto's Best Patio's and Patio Events

1. Artscape Wychwood Barns

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Artscape Wychwood Barns is a community cultural hub where a dynamic mix of arts, culture, food security, urban agriculture and sandy volleyball courts reside. It launches patio season only once a year on May 30th.

2. Amsterdam Brewhouse

The arrival of Amsterdam BrewHouse to the Harbourfront means there's no shortage of patio space by the lake. They have three patios including this one that brings cottage country to the city, perched right above the water.

3. Bovine Sex Club

This beacon of Toronto's alternative music scene unveiled a new rooftop patio at the end of last summer and it's something of a tropical oasis. The tiki hut-style bar is fully stocked, with picnic bench seating available to the throngs of thirsty patrons.

4. Mill Street Beer Hall

Mill Street's massive new beer hall has a massive patio to go along with it. There's tons of seating for beer imbibers and pickup artists alike. It features a full bar, and all of the Mill St. family of beers on tap.

5. Cabana Pool Bar

On a hot day it really does feel like someone has managed to transplant South Beach to Toronto at this massive waterfront spot. This is a place to see and be seen, so bust out your best bathing suit and make sure you've taken care of those unsightly tan lines.

6. El Catrin

This Distillery District spot has what you might call a big money patio, complete with fire pits, giant outdoor chandeliers, and bright yellow furniture. It has quickly become a destination spot for luxe Margaritas and ceviche so you're likely to experience line-ups if you don't make a reservation.

7. Rock Lobster on Queen West

Rock Lobster's huge back patio is Canadiana cool and actually accounts for more than half the restaurant's seating. On it, scarf down some lobster rolls, lobster tacos or fish and chips and guzzle fun drinks like Rock Lobster caesars, beers, and tequila slushies.

8. Muzik Beach

Muzik beach does not have a patio. It has a small city of patios. There's a beer garden, a Veuve-inspired garden with airy white cabanas and a pool area with two full bars and bottle service.

9. Valentina

Formerly The Bellevue, this Kensington Market taqueria has become a prime spot to watch the neighbourhood go by. The sangria and lime margaritas here pair well with the steak stuffed tacos.

10. Cha Da Thai

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This casual Beaches eatery serves up tasty offerings such as Peanut Curry Shrimp and Mango Chicken. The backyard patio, quaint and comfortable, is one of the best refuges in the area.