Patio season is just around the corner! It’s time to dine and unwind with your pup by your side. We’ve selected our top 10 favourite dog-friendly patios around Toronto & Etobicoke you can enjoy with your best pal 🐶. Some even have special dog menus!
Source: Happy Go Lucky Pet Club
This market located at Front and Bathurst is very pet-friendly! It's made entirely of shipping containers and is an artsy, industrial-chic complex with trendy shops & eclectic eats & drinks, plus live entertainment. Your pup is allowed to join you at a table on all their patios. Dogs are also allowed off-leash in their dog area called "Bark Yard".
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This popular burger spot is located just a walk away from Liberty Village and is almost always packed! They have a selection of small bites including sliders, vegan tacos, and tater tots. But the best part is your pup is allowed to eat at their outdoor patio with you!
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Located along Toronto's picturesque waterfront, Amsterdam Brewhouse offers stunning views of Lake Ontario and a spacious patio where dogs are more than welcome. Enjoy craft beers brewed in-house and a menu featuring delicious pub fare while soaking in the lakeside ambiance with your furry friend.
Source: @thegoodmanpub
The Goodman Pub & Kitchen, located on the lake in Harbourfront at Queens Quay W, serves a mixture of contemporary and traditional dishes in a relaxed atmosphere. Bring your pup to the pet-friendly patio, where a dog menu is offered and he can sit on the other side of the fence next to your table while you enjoy drinks, food, and views of Lake Ontario and Centre Island.
Source: @irene.toronto
Irene is located in downtown Toronto on the Eastern Waterfront with beautiful lake views. It features globally inspired dishes, as well as traditional tavern offerings exceptionally prepared with fresh, local ingredients. “The restaurant has a lakefront patio that is pet-friendly but also features a "pawtio menu" that counts a dog-friendly beef lovers or Thanksgiving turkey dinner as part of its offerings. There is even a choice of pupsicles and doggie biscuits" - BlogTo
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Situated in the heart of Toronto's Entertainment District, RendezViews is a popular outdoor spot for cocktails, pub grub & beer. Their pet-friendly patio welcomes dogs of all sizes, making it a great destination for both locals and tourists exploring the city.
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Located in South Etobicoke, Great Lakes Brewery is a lively brewery with local craft beers & tastings, and with a spacious patio with plenty of outdoor picnic tables that accommodate dogs! The brewery features live music every Friday night, and trivia nights on Thursday from 7-9pm.
Source: @steamwhistlebrewing
Visit Steam Whistle’s Taproom and enjoy signature beers, contemporary Canadian cuisine and craft cocktails seven days a week. Steam Whistle’s Instagram feed is full of dogs posing with pints, so grab your pooch and enjoy the weather!
Source: @blacklabbeer
Located in Leslieville, Black Lab Brewing is a mecca for beer lovers and dog owners alike! It is a completely pet-friendly facility, and therefore doesn't serve any food, however, humans can gather over IPAs, sours, and pale ales with their pups in tow. Their beer garden is open on Fridays from 3 to 9pm, and on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 9pm during the summer months.
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Hunters Landing is located in the heart of CityPlace, right across from Canoe Landing Park in downtown Toronto. It offers Canadian fare and drinks, with an outdoor patio that allows you to bring your dog to the table. Bowls with fresh water are always available!