Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean outdoor dining has to come to a close.
A city that deals with as much rain as Vancouver knows that a patio can’t just be heated for the winter months – it’s gotta be covered, too.
From secret garden oases to street-side spots with fire pits, these are our picks for the best heated and covered patios for dining out in Vancouver, no matter the weather.
This fine-dining restaurant, which specializes in steak and seafood, has a covered and heated patio that exudes pure magic. With vines and hanging flowers plus a whole row of outdoor fireplaces, Black + Blue is a cozy spot to dine at all fall and winter long.
Address: 1032 Alberni Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-637-0777
No matter the season, Banter Room’s spacious outdoor patio is the place to be. The space is entirely covered with moveable side windows too, meaning come those brisk winter months the heat is contained while the view and general patio vibes remain intact.
Address: 1039 Mainland Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-565-1039
Brix & Mortar’s patio reads like a secret courtyard garden, complete with heaters and all the charm of an old English resto. With climbing ivy and sparkling chandeliers, the effect is nothing short of enchanting.
Address: 1137 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-915 9463
Tucked under the Granville Street Bridge on Granville Island, The Sandbar has one of the best patios for winter dining in the city. With a view of the water, the twinkling lights of the city, and both a covering and heaters, the patio here is top-tier.
Address: 1535 Johnston Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-669-9030
With some of the best Vietnamese food in the city and a heated, covered patio to boot, Anh and Chi is one of our favourite spots to head to during chilly fall and winter days. The patio is also just as stunning as indoors, with lush plant life, a fire pit, and thoughtful furnishings adding to its appeal.
Address: 3388 Main Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-878-8883
The rooftop patio at Vij’s is the place to be in the cooler months. With heaters, string lights, and plenty of ambience-making plants, this patio space is nearly as stunning as this iconic restaurant’s food.
Address: 3106 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-736-6664
Head to this cool Mount Pleasant spot for inventive sushi and a seat on the front patio, where heaters keep you warm and a covering keeps you dry. Plus, this place goes hard on the moody, ambient lighting, making dining on the patio just as fun as eating inside here.
Address: 3289 Main Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-558-4676