Ǎn Ǎn Kitchen & Bar
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Located in the Beltline, this Vietnamese restaurant has a cute and cozy covered patio with a fireplace to keep you warm through the seasons. On it, enjoy dishes like wagyu beef carpaccio, tempura enoki mushrooms, pho, banh mi and more.
1111 7 St. S.W., 403-226-9293, @anankitchenandbar
Buon Giorno
This Italian institution has been around for almost 40 years. It recently moved down the street to a new location, but is still serving the classic dishes Calgarians have come to know and love. The new 17th Avenue S.W. patio is updated, yet maintains the restaurant’s early ’80s Italian flair.
1201 17 Ave. S.W., 403-244-5522, buongiornos.ca
Calcutta Cricket Club
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Calcutta Cricket Club recently moved locations from 17th Avenue S.W. to 1st Street S.W., gaining two new patios in the process. The first is located in front of the restaurant, and there’s another “secret” covered patio out back with a more peaceful atmosphere. All the CCC deliciousness is still on the menu since the move, and the restaurant has some great happy hour and lunchtime deals if you’re looking for a mid-day reprieve.
1213 1 St. S.W., 403-719-1555, calcuttacricketclub.com
Class Clown Hamburgers
If two things scream summer, it’s burgers and sunshine — now you can get both at Class Clown. The Mission burger joint has launched a small patio with high-top tables along the south side of the restaurant. Make plans to dive into some burgers and bowls of Coney fries here soon.
106, 1711 4 St. S.W., 403-243-8284, classclown.ca
Cloud Naan
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This chain of restaurants from Pakistan opened its first Calgary location last winter, and now has a summer patio just off 17th Avenue S.W. Soak up the sun while you enjoy fresh-baked naan featuring creamy chicken tikka or beef kabab with traditional Pakistani spices, as well as fusion flavours like Philly cheesesteak or pesto chicken. There are even dessert versions like banana caramel or Nutella Oreo.
1614 10 St. S.W., @cloudnaanyyc
Cold Beer & Pizza
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This new restaurant on 17th Avenue S.W. has a west- and south-facing patio, perfect for lounging in the sun with a cold beer and a slice of Roman-style pizza. The patio has both covered and uncovered sections, which helps if the weather turns during your visit.
1019 17 Ave. S.W., coldbeerpizza.com
Connie & John’s Rooftop
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Connie & John’s Pizza has opened its first dine-in location, and it’s worth the wait. Located on the rooftop of the Simmons Building, this patio has incredible panoramic views of the Bow River and downtown Calgary. Of course, you can get excellent New York- and Detroit-style pizza, but the menu also includes raw bar options of oysters, tuna ceviche and scallop crudo. This rooftop also has a great selection of local beer, wines and cocktails. Plan your visit carefully, as this rooftop patio is weather dependent.
618 Confluence Way S.E., @connieandjohnsrooftop
Korilla Korean BBQ
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The team behind Hankki opened Korilla Korean BBQ last winter, bringing a fresh take on high-quality, traditional Korean barbecue to Calgary. Now that summer is here, you can get the same great experience on the restaurant’s rooftop patio, known as OKTOP Korean Rooftop Bar. With grills at the centre of every table on the patio, this patio feels like the best backyard barbecue you’ve ever been to.
1410 17 Ave. S.W., 825-540-1410, korilla.ca
Made by Marcus
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Local ice cream spot Made By Marcus has opened a new location in Inglewood, and with it comes a new dog-friendly patio that screams summer. This location is a seasonal concept, located behind CampLand, a new store by Camp Brand Goods. Order one of the creative seasonal flavours and grab a spot at the picnic tables.
105, 1119 10 Ave. S.E., madebymarcus.ca
Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro
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Located in Greenwich next to Calgary Farmers’ Market West, Monki’s newest location offers the opportunity to enjoy its popular brunch options on a sprawling patio. With tasty mimosas and innovative takes on brunch classics, this patio is a must-visit for summer brunch gatherings.
130, 50 Greenbriar Dr. N.W., 403-300-3117, monkibistro.ca
Namo Cafe | Bistro
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Head to Namo Cafe | Bistro’s Beltline location where a new patio with delicious brunch options awaits amongst the hustle and bustle of Calgary’s Beltline area. Grab a spot to try a chef-driven, globally-inspired brunch menu that works with local producers to showcase the best of Calgary’s food community.
396 11 Ave. S.W., 403-263-5872, namocafebistro.com
The Office
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What better way to enjoy the sun than with Cali-Cabo-inspired food and drinks? At The Office, the patio spills out onto Stephen Avenue and includes a stage that will occasionally host live music. It’s a great spot to try the restaurant’s tacos, baos, pizza and other shareable dishes.
318 8 Ave. S.W., 403-454-7282, theofficerestaurantandbar.com
Our Daily Brett
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Our Daily Brett has expanded its patio with a brand new beer garden in collaboration with Ol’ Beautiful Brewing Co. Our Daily Brett’s “flower truck” is set up streetside, offering a selection of Ol’ Beautiful brews, wine and other drinks, as well as bar snacks like turmeric pickled vegetables, olives and fries. Order directly from the truck and grab a seat on one of the picnic benches.
1507 29 Ave. S.W., 403-457-0422, ourdailybrett.com
Paris Baguette
Paris Baguette is a Korean bakery chain with French-inspired baked goods. The company recently opened a new restaurant in Mission with a patio that wraps around two sides of the space. Take in the ambiance of 4th Street S.W. while you enjoy a coffee and one of Paris Baguette’s famous filled Supreme croissants.
2004 4 St. S.W., parisbaguette.ca
Tropical
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Tropical’s new location in Foreign Concept’s former space comes with a new sunny patio. This means guests can enjoy the delicious tropical drinks and food here while they soak in the sun, as it should be. The Mexican menu includes a number of tacos, small plates and shareable dishes, as well as a great menu of specialty cocktails with Latin flair, local beers, wines and margaritas (including a giant one).
1011 1 St. S.W., 403-909-5225, tropicalyyc.ca