The Best Niagara Falls Patio Restaurants to Visit this Summer

Summer sunshine and patio season in Niagara Falls is finally here! There’s nothing better than sitting at a patio enjoying a tasty meal after taking a stroll in one of the many Niagara Parks or taking a fun Tour of the Falls. 

With social distancing and safety measures, patio dining may feel a little different, but responsibly enjoying the beautiful weather and delicious local food is in motion as more restaurants open up. Keep reading to discover some amazing open patios for you to check out this summer.

Niagara Falls Patios

Copacabana

Brazilian Steakhouse $$$

For a modern and beautiful fine dining experience, consider dining at Copacabana where you’ll find colourful and tasty Brazilian dishes and a chic atmosphere. Perfect for a romantic evening.

At Copacabana, the servers bring various types of meat on skewers right to your table to choose from. They also typically offer an all-you-can-eat buffet indoors but have adapted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They now bring buffet dishes to your table on carts with protective glass, or you can order additional sides a-la-carte at no extra charge. Additional safety measures include sanitizer before entering the patio, servers wear masks, tables are spaced apart and the washrooms have signs reminding guests to space out when washing hands and to wash for at least 20 seconds.

Tripshepherd Guide Recommendations: Prime Rib with Cheddar, Grilled Pineapple and Beef Ribs.

Mick and Angelo's

Italian Kitchen and Sports Bar $$

Down to earth eatery where you can enjoy delicious pizza, wings and BBQ.

Tripshepherd Guide Recommendation: Shrimp and Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Carpaccio Restaurant

Italian Restaurant $$ 

For mouth watering Italian cuisine, visit Carpaccio’s where you’ll enjoy classic italian pastas and brick-oven pizzas in an up-beat modern and casual atmosphere.

If you happen to be living or staying in the area, Carpaccio’s also offers a top-notch curbside takeout menu with great deals.

Tripshepherd Guide Recommendations: Arancini Nicolina, Chicken Parmigiana and Tartufo.

Paris Crepes Cafe

French Cafe $$

This charming French Bistro is sure to satisfy your crepe cravings with classic sweet and savoury crepes. The cafe is a vibrant and unique spot for french dishes like mussels and ratatouille, the warm atmosphere is perfect for a relaxed and casual evening.

Counterpart Brewing

Enjoy great craft beer and tasty food in a welcoming and casual atmosphere. Typically, the restaurant boasts a casual indoor seating area with counter service but due to the impact of COVID-19, patio table service is now being offered instead.

Tripshepherd Guide Recommendations: Check out the daily features, there’s always a new and exciting dish being offered.

Chuck's Roadhouse

Bar and Grill $

If you’re looking for a hearty meal and a warm atmosphere to bring the family and kids, Chuck’s is the place to go to enjoy classic dishes like steak, lobster tail, and burgers at an affordable price.

Tripshepherd Guide Recommendation: Chuck’s Buckaroo for dessert

Niagara-on-the-Lake Patios

We offer shuttle to Niagara-on-the-Lake  for those interested in exploring the charming town.

Bricks & Barley

Italian American $$

 

This family restaurant’s woodfired pizza and craft beers are a must-have. In this welcoming atmosphere, you’ll find that they are taking multiple precautions to ensure that you are safe while you enjoy your meal.They are taking reservations at this time.

It should be noted that due to COVID-19 safety precautions, tables are limited to a maximum of 6 guests per table. You will notice that all staff members here wear masks, patios are spaced at least 2 metres apart and there is a limit of 2 guests per washroom at a time.

Tripshepherd Guide Recommendation: Wood Oven Pizza and Waffle Cut Fries

The Epicurean

French-Mediterranean $$

If you’re searching for tasty seasonal foods and local wines, this lively garden patio location is the place to go.

The Gatehouse

Farm-to-table Cuisine $$$

The Gatehouse is a tranquil and relaxing space located in one of Niagara’s most historic areas. As their patio has reopened, they are now offering an all-day farm-to-table dinner menu from Treadwell featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and rich local wines.

Safety

Restaurants reopening across Ontario are taking safety precautions like physical distancing, sanitization/regular cleaning, and sizing down the amount of people dining at a time. These safety measures may mean longer wait times, but making reservations when possible is a good idea to make sure you save a seat.

For more information on restaurants reopening and general COVID-19 related updates, visit ontario.ca