The best patios on King West

It looks like there’s nothing but sunshine on the forecast for this long summer weekend. That means after an afternoon spent strolling through the fashion district, sunbathing in the park or walking along the waterfront, you’ll be looking for a patio to cool off on with a refreshing cocktail. Luckily, King West has no shortage of cozy patios with delicious food, a vibrant atmosphere and a stunning view—all in a central location.

Spend the weekend, and the summer, checking out these great patios found on King West.

Lavelle

Summer simply wouldn’t be summer without the rooftop bar at Chez Lavelle. 16 stories above the city, this experience is truly iconic. Spend the evening underneath a reservable cabana before slipping in the pool to refresh from the sun. Then have a taste of Lavelle’s one-of-a-kind contemporary Brazilian and Japanese menu with the signature truffle fries or a large poke bowl, before continuing to drink the night away with a bottle of champagne for the whole cabana.

Belfast Love Public House

The heaters on this patio mean you can enjoy it all year round, but it’s still best enjoyed during summer. That’s when Belfast Love Public House turns into a party with DJs spinning all weekend long and specialty cocktails are featured every day of the week. Between pizzas, bowls, sandwiches, cocktails and a brunch menu, there’s really nothing this patio doesn’t offer.

The Parlour

Looking for a cozy place to sink into while sipping some cocktails after a long day at work? Try the line of sofas wrapped around the patio at The Parlour. Offering plenty of shaded protection from the sun and high walls to drown out the noise of the city, the patio at the Parlour is all about contemporary class. The best part? The Parlour offers happy hour every day of the week.

Clio

Clio's rooftop terrace is like a secret garden escape. The private social club is a great spot for meeting old friends for a martini and connecting with a new network over a whiskey sour. Cool colours surrounded by greenery, black-and-white tiled floors and cozy nooks make for a laidback oasis fit for summers spent soaking in the sun and sipping a cocktail with only the most exclusive of friends.

Hey Lucy

Kick your weekend off the right way with some wood-burned pizza and a bottle of fine Italian wine on a tranquil streetside patio. Or, if you can’t wait until the weekend, how about trying a feature Wednesday martini for almost half the usual price? Hey Lucy offers both, meaning this patio is sure to keep the long weekend going well into the week.