Year-Round Patios in Vancouver

Winter brings a dip in temperature, but us Vancouverites love to sit at a patio all year round. Here are some patios to sip, eat and people-watch from — no matter the season!

Until February 5, 2021, in line with the public health order issued on November 20, non-essential travel into and out of BC is not recommended. BC residents let’s do our part by continuing to stay local and support local, with your immediate household or bubble, in accordance with the latest guidelines.

A great thing about Vancouver — particularly the Downtown core — is that there are many restaurants with year-round patios. There’s just something about enjoying a nice meal or drinks with your partner or bubble on a patio.

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Lift

With a stunning view of both Coal Harbour and Stanley Park, the two-story patio at Lift Bar Grill View is a coveted place to sit — and perfect for a date! With heaters and a fire pit available on the patio, you can take in the stellar views all year round.

Address: 333 Menchion Mews | Website

Cardero’s

With views of the Marina and Stanley Park, Happy Hour is always scenic at Cardero’s. Conveniently located right on Coal Harbour, this marina-side restaurant is just off the Seawall. Cozy up under blankets and heaters while enjoying great food and drink.

Address: 1583 Coal Harbour Quay | Website

Provence Marinaside

Located where Davie Street meets False Creek in Vancouver’s popular Yaletown neighborhood, a visit to Provence Marinaside transports you to the South of France without the jet lag. Bring your appetite for brunch, lunch or dinner on the patio with your bubble.

Address: 1177 Marinaside Crescent | Website

Distillery Bar + Grill

Located in the heart of Yaletown, The Distillery Bar + Kitchen has two covered and heated patios where you can people-watch over a bottle of wine and flavourful pasta or a hearty brunch with mimosas. Make sure to admire the art deco decor and the impressive chandelier above the bar — his eatery and bar pay homage to the 1920’s Prohibition-era in beautiful style.

Address: 1131 Mainland Street | Website

The Sandbar Restaurant

Serving up fresh seafood in a warm sophisticated atmosphere, The Sandbar offers lunch or dinner with a view in the heart of world-famous Granville Island. Sandbar’s animated open kitchen gives the guests the “Granville Island Market feeling” plus a view of the chefs as they prepare their seafood creations.

Address: 1535 Johnston St. on Granville Island | Website

Glowbal

The patio situation at the namesake and flagship of Vancouver’s Glowbal Restaurant Group is 100% Instagram-worthy. The birdcage style of the tables at the Glowbal at Telus Garden‘s year-round patio is perfect for you and your bubble. Glowbal is also home to Canada’s only custom-built Robata grill — so you know your meal of choice will be grilled to perfection.

Address: 590 West Georgia St. | Website

Steamworks

With one Downtown’s largest covered patios, Steamworks is a good spot to catch a game of your sport of choice, have brunch, or check out Happy Hour. They also have Canada’s only steam-powered brewery right on site, so be sure to enjoy one of their seasonal craft beer offerings.

Address: 375 Water St | Website

Things to keep in mind:

• Plan ahead — make sure you get a table for the time you want by making a reservation.

• Restaurant staff are working hard in a “new normal” — remember to leave a good tip!

• Respect the policies of establishments you visit

• Wash or sanitize your hands often and well

• Getting around: Face coverings are now mandatory on all TransLink services; buses, SkyTrain and SeaBus. Read about TransLink’s Safe Operating Action Plan (SOAP).

• Remember to adhere to Dr. Bonnie’s Good Times Guide

• We’re all in this together!

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