If you’re like me, as soon as the nice weather hits you want to be out on a patio. One of my favourite things to see when the temperatures start warming up is everyone out on patios taking advantage of the sun! Here’s a list of some Ottawa patios by area and special notes on each for the next time you’re looking for a patio to visit. See how many you can visit this summer.
You may also be interested in these foodie adventures 🙂
Byward Market Patios
Hidden – Byward Market Courtyard
This hidden spot is the perfect spot for dinner and drinks in summer. Walk through the cobblestone area and you’ll come across multiple patios backing onto each other. Choose from plenty of restaurants including Social, Moscow Tea Room, Courtyard Restaurant, Side Door, and more. It would be a really cute summer date spot.
Rooftop – Andaz Copper and Spirits, 325 Dalhousie Street
Andaz Copper and Spirits has an incredible panoramic view of Ottawa. They also have fire pits for those chillier nights. Join them for cocktails and small bites or for their monthly brunch series.
La Terrasse, Fairmont Chateau Laurier
You’ll find this stunning patio in Ottawa at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier. From here you’ll get a beautiful view of the Ottawa locks, Ottawa River, and parliament. This would be an amazing patio for sunset. They also have the most epic caesar in Ottawa!
Metropolitan Brasserie, 700 Sussex Street
Transport to Paris at the Metropolitan Brasserie patio. This lounge-style patio is full of twinkling lights. Visit them during their Hill Hour on Monday to Friday from 3pm-7pm or their Late Night Hill Hour from 10 pm to close. You’ll be able to enjoy some great deals like their seafood, hill burger, poutine and more.
Hidden Patio – The Brig Pub, 23 York Street
The Brig has a patio at the front but go through the restaurant and you’ll find a courtyard style-patio inside. It’s a great spot for drinks or dinner. I recommend getting their wonton nachos, delicious!
The Grand Pizzeria, 74 George Street
Enjoy woodstove pizza on The Grand Pizzeria’s big patio! Head here during Market Hour, Monday to Friday from 3pm-7pm for half price on select pizzas with the purchase of a beverage. During market hour they also have $5 draught beer on select brands and $20 pitchers of sangria.
Heart and Crown, 67 Clarence Street
Heart & Crown is a Byward Market staple. This Irish pub has been around for more than 25 years. Transition from after-work drinks to a night out on the town here. I’ve had many great nights here.
Blue Cactus Bar and Grill, 2 Byward Market Square
Blue Cactus has the best drink deal in town – $10 triples! Meet your friends on their patio and take advantage of this great deal.
The Aulde Dubliner & Pour House, 62 William Street
The Aulde Dubliner is a 2-story Irish pub. They have lower-level and upper-level patio seating. Enjoy Irish cuisine and live music.
Das Lokal, 190 Dalhousie
Das Lokal is an international restaurant with a German twist! On Tuesdays, they have half-price bottles of wine, perfect for a patio night.
El Camino, 81 Clarence Street
Head to El Camino in the Byward Market and try their delicious tacos. Visit on Tuesdays for $4 tacos, $3.50 jameson and $6 tallboys.
Fatboy’s Southern Smokehouse, 34 Murray Street
Head to Fatboy’s for some southern comfort food and a big patio. If you love BBQ you’ll love their good ol’ fashioned slow and low BBQ. They have all you can eat ribs on Thursdays starting at 4pm.
Fairouz
Enjoy the patio of this middle eastern cafe and restaurant. They recently moved from Somerset to Byward Market. I’m excited. to check out the new location.
Tavern on the Hill – Majors Hill Park
Tavern on the Hill has one of the best patio views. Enjoy views of Parliament, Major’s Hill Park, and the National Art Gallery. Head here for a drink and some of their international inspired hot dogs like their Italian, Mexican or Korean hot dogs.
Tavern On The Falls – Rideau Falls
This is the sister restaurant of Tavern on the Hill. It’s not in the Byward Market but it’s not far. You’ll find it if you continue to walk down Sussex. You’ll find it at 1 John Street right beside the new Canadian Geographic office. Head here for drinks and enjoy the view and sound of the Rideau Falls. On Mondays and Wednesday you can also enjoy live jazz music.
Lowertown Brewery, 73 York Street
You’ll find Lowertown Brewery on York Street with a big patio! Head here for one of their caesars! This is the spot that got me into caesars. They have a smoked wings deal on Wednesdays and buck-a-shuck oysters on Thursdays.
Rooftop – Bazille in Nordstrom
This is technically Rideau Street but not far from the Byward Market. Enjoy bistro classics and cocktails on this rooftop terrace.
Working Title (Sandy Hill Area)
Enjoy the terasse of this old church turned cafe. Their patio is stunning and has plenty of seating.
Elgin Street Patios
Lieutenant’s Pump, 361 Elgin Street
Lieutenant’s Pump is an Elgin Street staple. This British pub is a great spot for drinks that turns into a night out. You can also head here for brunch, lunch or dinner.
Hidden – Whalesbone
Head to the back of Whalesbone for a hidden patio oasis in the middle of Elgin Street. I’m always impressed by the food at Whalesbone.
Citizen
Citizen’s patio is small but its one of my favourite restaurants so I had to include it. One thing I love about this restaurant is that the menu is constantly changing. I recommended heading here for brunch.
El Camino
Behind El Camino they have a food truck set up with picnic tables where they’re offering their famous tacos!
Al’s Steakhouse
Head to this family-owned and operated restaurant for some delicious cocktails and a steak dinner. This year they have a patio in Minto Park. It feels like a nice oasis in the middle of downtown.
Gitanes
This patio is a bit tucked away from Elgin. This would be a great spot for date night to enjoy dinner and drinks.
Pancho Villa, 361 Elgin Street
If you’re in the mood for Mexican food head to Pancho Villa. Enjoy Mexican favourites like enchiladas and chimichanga. Satisfy your sweet tooth with deep fried ice cream. Enjoy one of their big margaritas on their patio
St. Louis Bar and Grill, 399 Elgin Street
St. Louis has a huge patio so it’s a great spot to go to if you know the patios around town will be packed! Head there for wings night on Tuesday or half price apps on Thursday.
Elgin Beer Project, 399 Elgin Street
Elgin Beer Project has a big patio so it’s a great spot if you want to enjoy some brews with friends.
Sir John A’s, 284 Elgin Street
Head to Sir John A’s for a pint and enjoy a variety available from local microbreweries to imports from around the world. Their kitchen is open until 1 am every day of the week.
Brown’s Centretown
If you’re looking for a patio with a nice ambiance, this patio is adorned with twinkling lights. Head here after 9 pm for their deals.
Sparks Street Patios
Walk along Sparks Street and you’ll see plenty of patios in this open-air pedestrian oasis. Below are a few of my favourites.
Riviera
Escape to France on Riveria‘s patio on Sparks Street. They have a snack bar out front too making it a great spot to head after work for a cocktail and bite.
Rabbit Hole
Enjoy some fun cocktails and delicious pizza at Rabbit Hole‘s patio. Now the question is, which cocktail will you start with!?
Bier Markt, 156 Sparks Street
You can’t miss the Bier Markt patio on Sparks Street with plenty of room and their eye-catching comfy red booths. It’s a great spot for post-work beer and bites. Get one of their markt boards for plenty of other sharing options.
Mulligan’s Golf Bar
Mulligans Golf Bar has a golf similar inside and a patio outside. Their Caesar is a must-try and you’ll get addicted to their popcorn, so good! If Mulligans is packed head to their sister restaurant, Mozaik, where you can take a trip around the world through food.
The Glebe/Lansdowne Patios
Love heading to patios in the Glebe? You should check out Thursty Pedaler’s huge bike crawl. You power the bike with pedaling and your group makes your way to 3 different stops in the Glebe. It’s such a blast and a unique way to patio hop.
Banditos
Banditos has one of the BEST Ottawa patios. There’s tons of seating and even some swings! Make sure to try one of their margaritas while you’re there.
Erling’s Variety
Cute patio in Ottawa that’s tucked away off of Bank Street. Great spot for brunch or dinner.
Feleena’s Mexican Cantina, 742 Bank Street
Feleena’s is a family own restaurant in the Glebe that serves authentic Mexican dishes. I love the colourful interior and their patio is strung with patio lights making it a great spot to head for dinner.
Clocktower, 575 Bank Street
Clocktower has a big patio that’s perfect for enjoying some brews. They make craft beer in-house. Get one of their seasonal beers while you’re there. They have multiple locations around the city.
Canal Ritz
If you’re looking for a patio in Ottawa with a view, Canal Ritz is right beside the Rideau Canal. See people kayak and paddle board buy as you enjoy your meal.
Lansdowne Patios
There’s plenty of patios to enjoy at Lansdowne. If one is packed you can easily hop over to another. Here’s a few highlights:
- Craft Beer Market is an inviting spot to enjoy some great food and drinks. They have so much space including a patio. Enjoy over 100 beers on tap and a menu with lots of variety.
- Joey’s is a great spot to head with friends and enjoy drinks and bites. I love their fish tacos and they have a lot of great app options. Join them for happy hour specials every day from 3 – 6 pm and Sunday to Thursday from 9 pm-close.
- Head to LOCAL for a fun time with friends. They have plenty of beer options on their rotating tap and games you can play on their patio like bocce.
- Enjoy pizza on Crust & Crate’s patio. My favourite is their Mario shopping kart pizza.
Centretown Patios
Prohibition, 337 Somerset Street W
Prohibition Public House is a great spot to enjoy some cocktails and charcuterie. They have seating at the front and more that’s a bit more hidden. I love going here for brunch on a patio.
Arlo, 340 Somerset Street W
I haven’t been here yet but it looks like they have such a cozy an intimate patio that features lots of greenery and murals. Head here for a fun wine night.
North & Navy, 226 Nepean St
Enjoy Italian specialities at North & Navy’s alleyway patio adorned with twinkle lights. Perfect for date night.
Jax, 479 Bronson Ave
This is one of my favourite brunch spots. Head here for a fun brunch on their patio.
Little Italy
Flapjack’s Canadian Diner, 354A Preston Street
I’d describe Flapjack’s as a fun take on Canadian food. I love their panwich; bacon strip, fried egg and between two buttermilk pancakes. They also have super creative milkshakes like their birthday cake batter shake or cinnamon toast crunch maple caramel shake.
Pub Italia, 434 1/2 Preston St.
Pub Italia has a big patio on Preston Street. They are known for their beer bible full of 200 beers. It’s a great spot to head with friends and go through their beer bible together.
Evoo Greek Kitchen / Mati
You’ll find sister restaurants EVOO Greek Kitchen and Mati in Little Italy. Both have patios and you’re sure to be impressed with the food and cocktails. They’re two of my top recommendations for restaurants for people visiting Ottawa.
Hidden or Alleyway Patios in Little Italy
- Moonroom. Enjoy a hidden backyard garden patio. This is one of my favourite spots for cocktails in the city. They have some great house rules on the front of the menu like no phones 😉 Take a digital break and enjoy the company you’re with and their craft cocktails!
- Two Six Ate. Follow the twinkle lights to the back to find their patio. Delicious food and cocktails await.
- Gray Jay. Enjoy a covered alley-way type patio with stunning twinkle lights above. Enjoy a seasonal menu that showcases local producers and wild food.
Rooftop Patios in Little Italy
- Head to La Terraza or Trattoria Caffe Italia for rooftop patios on Preston Street where you’ll sit under twinkle lights and can enjoy cocktails.
- Head to Dow’s Lake Pavillion for a rooftop patio where you can enjoy the view of the water and grab a bite at Mexicali Rosa’s (they have sangria towers), Umbrella Bar, or Lago. Go kayaking, canoeing or SUPing after.
Beyond The Pale Brewery
Enjoy a beer on this local brewery’s patio at City Centre. They have a huge patio that you can enjoy this summer.
La Roma
Enjoy Italian specialties on this patio in Ottawa. On their menu, you’ll find house-made pasta, pizza, and more. La Roma has been in Ottawa for over 40 years.
Wellington West/Hintonburg Patios
I love exploring Wellington West and there are lots of great restaurants here. I recommend walking down the street and seeing which ones catch your eye. Generally the patios are smaller so reserve in advance 🙂 Here’s a few of my favourites:
Soca Kitchen – 93 Holland Avenue
This spot made my list of Travel the World through Ottawa for Latin cuisine. Enjoy some classic Latin dishes on their patio. Make sure to try their tacos.
Driphouse Cafe
This is the perfect to catch up with a friend with an iced coffee.
Parlour
Enjoy a bite from this food truck and then enjoy one of their two outdoor patios. It’s a cute setup with murals you’ll definitely want to check out while you enjoy your meal.
Westboro Patios
Lexington
Enjoy southern-style cuisine on Lexington’s patio. They have lots of great dishes to choose from.
Petit Bills
I’ve been here for some delicious bourbon pairing dinners before! Enjoy their patio in the heart of Hintonburg.
Pure Kitchen (Preston location too)
One of my favourite restaurants because I am obsessed with their Liberty buffalo cauliflower wrap and Transformed salad. Their dishes are healthy and delicious. Enjoy their patio in Westboro or on Preston.
Lebreton Flats
Hidden – Mill Street Brew Pub, 555 Wellington Street
You’ll find the Mill Street Brew Pub across from the Canadian War Museum. Enjoy one of their beer’s on their patio along the Ottawa River. They offer a variety of seasonal and specialty beers that are only available onsite in Ottawa.
Orleans
Occo Kitchen
Enjoy artisanal street food at Occo Kitchen in Orleans. Find delicious menu items like their jalapeno cheescurd smokie or their tacos.
Bell’s Corners
Kichessipi Brewery
This local brewery has a big patio and you can even bring your pup. Enjoy their awesome lineup of beers and their new sodas.
Carp/Stittsville Patio’s
Alice’s Cafe, 3773 Carp Road
You’ll find Alice’s Cafe in the heart of Carp. I love going for their brunch or getting one of their sandwiches for lunch or dinner. They have lots of space on their patio.
Kin Vineyards, 2225 Craig’s Side Rd
Not a patio but a stunning vineyard where you can enjoy a classic of wine and the view. I love spending summer nights here. Good wine and good vibes.
Cheshire Cat, 2191 Richardson Side Road
The Cheshire Cat is a local favourite in Carp. It’s a British pub in an old school house. You’ll even see the classic British telephone booth on your walk up. They have a huge patio perfect for summer nights. Everything on their menu is amazing but my favourite is their veggie burger!
Ridge Rock Brewery
Enjoy some beer and bites at this patio in Ottawa. Enjoy some time at the Carp Farmers Market and then head here.
Jo-Jo’s Pizzeria
Jo-Jo’s is a Stittsville staple. This isn’t your classic patio but rather picnic tables in a scenic garden. It’s a great, low-key spot to enjoy a bite. One thing that makes this patio great is its right beside their community garden. Grab a pizza and a next-level at their ice cream truck.
NeXT
I’ve heard great things about this restaurant and hope to visit soon. Enjoy some delicious food on their patio in Stittsville.
Gatineau Patios
Les Brasseurs de Temps – 170 rue Montcalm
Enjoy a brew and a view at this microbrewery and restaurant’s patio. You’ll find it beside Brewery Creek in Gatineau.
Arome at Casino Lac Leamy
Arome was chosen as one of OpenTable’s 100 best patios in Canada 🎉The first time I went was two summers ago. Every bite was so delicious. Dine in their terrace and you’ll get a beautiful view of Lac de la Carrière while you enjoy your meal. I loved the ambience the strung lights help create. On the menu ,you’ll find an assortment of surf and turf. They also have dry-aged cut beef aged for a total of 70 days to tenderize the beef and release more flavour.
Patios at Promenade du Portage
You’ll find this umbrella installation on Promenade du Portage in Gatineau surrounded by patios!n this area, you’ll find plenty of patios that are sure to catch your eye. Stop for a bite and take in the view of the umbrellas and watch as people stop to get their own photo with this installation. My recommendation is to grab a bite at Les Vilains Garcons. Their menu is always changing and you can pick a variety of smaller portions so that you can try a few items.
Wakefield Patios
Interested in a Wakefield patio? Check out my guide here. There are plenty of waterfront patios to enjoy a meal and the view.
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You missed a lovely little patio in the Cyrville area. Ten Toes Coffee House has 2 patios, with one patio being filled with flowering plants, comfortable tables and chairs, and the other offers modern picnic tables and a sunny location with umbrellas for shade.
They have an in-house bakery for those tasty treats we all love, and they offer the finest in Equator coffees.
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Thanks for sharing! I’ll have to check out their patio. Sounds lovely!