Patio season is in full swing and that means it’s time to advantage of the sunny weather and dine outside. Toronto has ample patios to enjoy, no matter what type of experience you’re looking for. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic cocktail or seeking non-alcoholic alternatives, there are lots of choices to choose from. If you’re someone that doesn’t drink or is taking a break from alcohol there are many restaurants that offer virgin drinks you can enjoy. Keep reading to find out where you can enjoy non-alcoholic beverages this summer.
Here are some of the best patios in Toronto for non-alcoholic cocktails:
SimplThings
The Parkdale spot functions as an all-day cocktail and snack bar. In addition to handcrafted cocktails, there are also zero-proof options. These include ones with ingredients like Seedlip Grove 42, Lyre’s Cane Spirit, and Cucumber Cordial. You can reserve a table online.
Parquet
The French bistro on Harbord Street offers sans-alcohol options like Light Up Gold (Seedlip 94, chamomile, soda) and Zamalek (sparkling hibiscus juice). Reservations for the patio can be made online.
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Cocktail Bar
The Dundas Street West spot offers a variety of cocktails on a rotating basis. The patio’s open for the summer and the menu features non-alcoholic options as well. No reservations are needed.
Luma
The fish and seafood destination is located in the Entertainment District. Apart from its feature cocktails, the restaurant also offers booze-free drinks. This includes No-Tini (cranberry juice, juniper-infused black tea), Raspberry Hills (raspberry shrub, balsamic) and others. You can make a reservation online.
Maple Leaf Tavern
The Canadian restaurant, located on Gerrard Street, has spirit-free beverages. This includes the Paloma Fresca (spun grapefruit, salted rosemary) and Cucumber Limeade made with cucumber puree. Reservations can be made online.
Bar Reyna
The Mediterranean restaurant in Yorkville has a selection of classic cocktails. The all-season patio restaurant also has mocktails on the menu, like Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade, virgin caesars, and our favourite their Reyna Sangria. You can make a reservation via OpenTable.
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The Oxley
The British gastropub offers drinks under its sections of Low to Zero Alcohol and Mocktails. This includes the Ch-Ch-Ch-Cherry Cola, Pom Fizz, and Pandan Mojito. Reservations can be made online.
The Pilot
The Pilot has been around for decades in the city and has cocktails, wines, beer, and canned beverages. The mocktail offerings include Cucumber Gimlet (made with cucumber, lime juice, simple syrup, and soda), and Blue Rosemary Smash (blueberries, rosemary, lemon juice, and simple syrup). Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
El Rey Mezcal Bar
The Kensington Market spot offers a variety of Mexican eats and drinks. For non-alcoholic mixes, you’ve got Pineapple Mojito, Michelada (made with Michelada mix, lime, partake, and non-alcoholic beer), and a Paloma (made with phonezone, grapefruit, lime, and soda). No reservations are required.
Famous Last Words
The literature-inspired cocktail bar features drinks named after book titles. The non-alcoholic section of the menu is labelled as Chapter IV: YA. This includes The Lightening Thief (Seedlip Garden), and The House on Mango Street (Seedlip Grove, mango juice). Reservations can be made online.
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