The sunshine is here to stay, so it’s time to hit up the best patios in Niagara-on-the-Lake for your favourite beverages and snacks. Luckily, our lively neighbourhood has a number of different outdoor settings where you can unwind, catch up and enjoy all the best parts of the season. No matter which patio you choose – or if you decide to visit all of them – you will get to bask in the sunshiny glow of great service, diverse menu offerings and creatively curated cocktails that reflect the talent and passion of our bartenders.
Tiara Restaurant Patio
Bacchus Lounge is aptly named for the god of food, wine and merriment. It’s the perfect place to visit when you are looking for an upscale pub environment that delivers on an unexpectedly refined cocktail and food menu. Exceptional eats are not the only impressive offering of this great Niagara patio. While you’re taking in beautiful flavours, you will also get to take in a stunning marina view and accompanying breeze.
Zee’s Grill at Shaw Club
If you are searching for a picturesque place to have a fantastic lunch or dinner, Zee’s Grill boasts a patio coloured with bright umbrellas, which looks out towards the famous Shaw Festival theatre. Located right in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Zee’s Grill offers a modern, casual menu that delivers on thoughtful flavours and superior local ingredients. A wonderful place to meet with friends before or after taking in a performance, this patio will make for an ideal addition to your springtime or summer escape in Niagara.
Hob Nob Restaurant & Wine Bar at The Charles Hotel
Just look for the yellow umbrellas and you will know you’ve arrived at one of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s warmest and most welcoming patios. Hob Nob Restaurant & Wine Bar is located within a beautifully restored 1832 manor house that overlooks the revered Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club. On this patio, you will get to indulge in an exploration of farm-to-table excellence that combines a unique culinary flair with exceptional Ontario ingredients for an unpretentious yet impressive dining experience. You can also join us on the verandah, which is surrounded by florals, offers ample shade and makes you feel like you are vacationing in the south! Come for a superior glass of wine or stay for a truly delicious meal – either way, the view and the service will delight your entire party.
The Gardens at Pillar and Post
A true landscaping masterpiece – The Gardens at Pillar and Post are the perfect place to take in the natural beauty of Niagara-on-the-Lake. With thousands of square footage of thoughtfully designed gardens, water features and more, The Gardens are located just across the street from Pillar and Post. Here you can enjoy local craft beer, wine and cocktails from The OutPost or simply a stroll amidst these Monet-inspired green spaces.
Butler’s Beer Garden
Known by locals and tourists alike as a true hidden gem, Butler’s Beer Garden is where you can get a great bite to eat within a relaxing atmosphere under the gorgeous Niagara sun. Renowned for its tasty Canadian cuisine and fire-over pizza, this patio is a warm place to unwind – and not just thanks to the tepid temperature outside. Here, you’ll enjoy great company, awesome live music and all your favourite pub fare, served with a side of hospitality.
Churchill Lounge Patio
If you are a cocktail connoisseur, Churchill Lounge is one of the very best places to visit for a drink that can be shaken, stirred or left dirty – whatever you have a refined hankering for! Enjoy your craft cocktail on the patio and watch the horse-drawn carriages roll down our cozy heritage streets. This Prince of Wales patio is a breath of fresh air for anyone looking forward to a SHAW Festival performance or who merely wants to spend their day soaking up the simple pleasures of Niagara during its finest seasons.
Enjoy the Best Patios in the Niagara Region
Variety is the spice of life. Why not spice up your spring and summer by visiting our gorgeous community to walk from one wonderful patio to the other, sampling all the best of Niagara’s flavours and cocktails? Our Vintage Hotels’ culinary team and cocktail masters look forward to serving up all the vibrancy and freshness Canadians long for throughout the chillier months. We will see you soon – where sunshine meets sophistication, elegance and enjoyment.