The sun is shining, sleeves are rolled up and after a long winter, Edmontonians everywhere are experiencing that annual phenomenon: patio fever. Whether you’re chasing cocktails, cinnamon buns or Stanley Cup dreams, Edify has rounded up the city’s patios to soak it all in. This list is organized by area.
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11248 104 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-428-7177 | 1strnd.ca
Loaded with plenty of big outdoor screens, it’s an ideal spot to watch the Oilers chase the Stanley Cup. Minor-friendly and dog-friendly.
11811 105 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-441-1339 | theartofcake.ca
Heather Klimchuk claims their egg-salad is “the best in the city.” Minor-friendly and dog-friendly.
10359 104 St NW, Edmonton | baijiuyeg.com
Baijiu has long held court on Edify’s Best Restaurants lists — and in 2024, it stirred things up yet again, landing a spot for Best Cocktails. Dog-friendly.
10020 101A Ave NW #120, NW, Edmonton | 780-761-8838 | biancoeats.com
Bianco serves both sauce and swagger in their swanky, industrial patio. Dog-friendly.
12417 Stony Plain Rd, Edmonton | 780-250-6066 | bodegayeg.ca/124
This patio’s got all the charm of a secret garden — complete with string lights and brickwork. Minor-friendly.
10257 105 St NW, Edmonton | 587-635-1952 | campiobrewingco.com
Topped our 2022 Best Patio and 2025 Best Brewpubs lists. Pair your playoff games with their “Big MacDavid” deep-dish pizza. Minor-friendly and dog-friendly.
10041 104 St NW, Edmonton | 780-498-1224 | thecaskandbarrel.ca
Sip a whisky or cocktail as you soak up some sunshine.
10909 Jasper Ave, Edmonton | 780-705-1900 | centralsocialhall.com
With a black and pink mural created by Alixandra Jade, the same artist responsible for the floral mural on Machester Square, this patio knows how to party; often with a DJ.
10065 100 St NW, Edmonton | 780-424-5181 | fairmont.com/en/hotels/edmonton/fairmont-hotel-macdonald/dining/confederation-lounge-patio.restaurant
The Confederation Lounge is the restaurant at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, where the patio overlooks the river valley. The classy drinks and picturesque setting make this spot a favourite for special occasions, or a night out with the girls. Take your pick (but we recommend both). Minor-friendly.
1 Thornton Ct NW, Edmonton | 780-945-4747 | marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/yegcy-courtyard-edmonton-downtown
It’s hard to beat these downtown, patio views of Edmonton’s river valley. Minor-friendly.
9902 109 St NW, Edmonton| dollyscocktails.ca
The backyard patio is cute and fresh; the type of place where Kim Mitchell’s Patio Lanterns will get stuck in your head. Dolly’s is likely known most for 2 features — delicious cocktails and fun decor. Dolly’s was ranked by Edify‘s judges as one of the Best Cocktails 2025.
11817 105 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-452-1571 | diepie.ca
Grab a slice of your favourite vegan pizza and take it outdoors. With a crust and flavours so good, we had to put Die Pie on the Best Pizza 2025 list. Minor-friendly.
10158 90 St NW, Edmonton| 780-761-8700 | dogpatchyeg.ca
As you can probably tell from the name, this bistro is also dog-friendly. Read about how Marty Pawlina’s favourite thing to eat is the Brickyard Burger at Dogpatch. Minor-friendly.
10190 104 St NW, Edmonton | 780-540-0606 | dosc.ca
We’ve heard nothing but good things about their brussel sprouts from Jill Scheyk, Account Director at ZGM, and you can enjoy them on their spacious, ambient patio. Dog-friendly.
10524 Jasper Ave, Edmonton | fusrepairshop.ca
Dine on this secret patio under bright paper lanterns. Earned the top spot for Best Overall Restaurant in 2025. Also earned a place for Best Cocktails in 2024. Dog-friendly.
10156 104 St NW, Edmonton | 780-451-8825 | kellyspubedmonton.com/
Enjoy pub classics (and make sure to check out their specials during hockey games). Minor-friendly until 9pm, and dog-friendly
10004 90 St NW, Edmonton | 780-705-1230 | littlebrick.ca
Known as the community coffee shop in Riverdale, this cafe is open (and serves brunch) 8-4 daily. Minor-friendly and dog-friendly.
9940 106 St NW, Edmonton | 780-429-2828 themarc.ca
Dog-friendly. On the list in Edify‘s Best Steak category in 2024.
9449 Jasper Ave, Edmonton | 780-244-9702 | mosaicsandmotharchive.com
Minor-friendly. Vegan. Makes the Best Vegetarian 2025 list (again!).
12021 102 Ave NW #105, Edmonton | 587-590-9973 | oddcompany.ca
You know them Edify‘s Burger Challenge, and it’s true that burgers and patios go hand-in-hand, making Odd Company one of the Best Brewpubs 2025.
10240 124 St NW #56, Edmonton | 780-250-0788 | eatoeb.com/locations/oeb-edmonton
Minor- and dog-friendly.
11405 95 St NW, Edmonton | 780-477-6244 | ottofoodanddrink.com
Best Vibe in 2024 and Best Tried & True 2025, and we think that good vibe definitely carries into the patio. Minor-friendly and dog-friendly.
10334 108 St NW, Edmonton | 780-990-0404 | centuryhospitality.com/parlour
Minor and dog-friendly.
12431 102 Ave NW, Edmonton | ouipartake.com
Partake made Edify‘s Best Overall 2025 list. Minor-friendly and dog-friendly.
10534 Jasper Ave, Edmonton | 780-428-0825 | redstarpub.ca
Minor-friendly.
9735 Grierson Hill, Edmonton | 780-995-7347 | rivervalleyadventure.com/urban-green-cafe
A Segway tour of the River Valley topped off with a cool iced coffee? Sign us up!
10516 Jasper Ave, Edmonton | 780-424-3836
Experience the people-watching on Jasper Avenue at this patio. Minor-friendly until 9 p.m., and dog-friendly.
10220 103 St NW #109, Edmonton | 780-757-1114 | sabor.ca
Winner of our Best Tried and True category in 2024. Minor-friendly.
10012 101A Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-426-7784 | thesherlockspubs.ca
Relaxed. Dog-friendly.
10713 124 St NW, Edmonton | 780-249-6302 | threevikings.ca
Dog-friendly. This pub on 124 Street offers a mixture of British and Scandinavian fare.
9605 111 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-424-8777 | https://www.tonyspizzapalace.com
On the list for Best Family in 2023.
10115 104 St NW, Edmonton | 780-428-8946 | tzin.ca
Visit this patio for award-winning food. Won Best Date Night in 2023.
12427 102 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-488-7274 | urbandiner.com
This patio, surrounded by white trellis and greenery, is oh-so charming. Minor-friendly.
11520 100 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-497-7784 | ververestaurant.com
10133 125 St NW, Edmonton | 780-757-8701 | violino.ca
Enjoy Italian favourites. Minor-friendly.
10523 99 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-756-8188 | viphalay.com
Delicious Laos and Thai dishes. Don’t miss the Goong Laow Dang or red wine shrimp.
11053 86 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-244-0223 | acecoffeeroasters.com
Minor- and dog-friendly. Read about what makes a coffee shop, like ACE Coffee Roasters, important for great conversations.
10612 82 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-757-2727 | ampersand27.com
Minor-friendly.
10425 82 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-439-1082 | blackdog.ca
Wooftop patio.
10329 82 Ave NW, Edmonton | 825-333-3583 | bluesonwhyte.com
10439 82 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-761-1002 | thebuckingham.ca
201, 8115 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton | 587-410-2260 | epicmarket.ca
This patio is uniquely situated on top of a shipping container — go for the drinks, stay for the vibe. Minor-friendly and dog-friendly.
10019 81 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-244-9076 | grindstonetheatre.ca/theatre-bistro
Minor- and dog-friendly.
10912 88 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-433-0993 | highleveldiner.com
Minor-friendly. This staple of the Edmonton food scene has many memories.
10450 82 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-431-0774 | juliosbarrio.com
A great spot to meet friends, with some of the best people-watching. Minor-friendly.
10413 79 Ave NW, Edmonton | 587-460-7177 | labosco.ca
Dog-friendly.
10926 88 Ave NW 3rd floor, Edmonton | 780-435-0083 | lapetiteiza.com
Small-plate French cuisine on a rooftop patio. La Petite Iza was recongized as one of the Best New restaurants in Edmonton in 2022.
#104, 9916 72 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-435-0158 | longroofbrewing.ca
Dog-friendly.
8216 104 St NW, Edmonton | 587-520-6338 | meatfordinner.com
Minor- and dog-friendly.
8224 104 St NW, Edmonton | 780-433-9345 | nextactpub.com
Dog-friendly and minor-friendly until 4 p.m. Winner in 2023 Best Tried & True.
10616 82 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-414-6766 | obyrnes.com
10335 83 Ave NW, Edmonton | 825-480-5300 | palsyeg.com
Scored on the Best New Restaurant category in 2023.
10335 83 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-760-4747 | pipyeg.com
Minor- and dog-friendly. Won 2024 Best Brunch category.
8217 104 St NW, Edmonton | 780-760-0202 | spotlightcabaret.ca
Minors until 6 p.m. Rooftop patio.
10922 88 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-433-8369 | thesugarbowl.org
Minor- and dog-friendly. From her days as a University of Alberta undergrad to her term as its chancellor, Peggy Garritty always finds time for her favourite sweet treat: cinnamon buns at Sugarbowl.
9621 82 Ave NW, Edmonton | 825-512-5631 | takecarecafe.co
Garden patio in the back
8135 102 St NW, Edmonton | 780-439-4442 | underthehighwheel.com
Get on top of your bicycle wheels and ride to Under the High Wheel’s adorable patio and coffee window — you won’t regret it.
6509 112 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-757-0137 | bodegayeg.ca/highlands
Twinkle lights under the night sky in Highlands make this wooden patio feel enchanted. Minor-friendly.
8627 91 St NW, Edmonton | 587-524-8090 | cafebicyclette.ca
Minor- and dog-friendly. Fantastic and open patio space, walking distance to Mill Creek Ravine.
9013 88 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-465-4834 | duggansboundary.ca
Quiet, backyard patio. Dog-friendly.
6423 112 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-250-0369 | foxburger.ca
Minor-friendly. Rooftop patio.
8815 99 St NW, Edmonton | frankspub.ca
Enjoy their fun selection of grilled cheeses, at this “community spot” with a laid back, friendly atmosphere. Minor-friendly.
2 Athabascan Ave #8, Sherwood Park | 780-570-1200 | lapatrona.rocks
Winner of our 2024 Best Mexican category.
9929 60 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-436-8922 | alleykatbeer.com
1249 Windermere Way SW, Edmonton | 780-540-2826 | bucopizzeria.com
Minor friendly.
5012 50 St #102, Beaumont | 780-737-3633 | dinechartier.com
Long-standing favourite. Winner of our 2022 Best Brunch and Best Baked.
950 Parsons Rd SW, Edmonton | 780-784-8515 | evariokitchen.ca
5842 111 St NW, Edmonton | 780-760-2228 | theglassmonkey.ca
A gastropub with a strong menu with Italian flare.
5015 48A Street, Leduc | 780-986-1377 | habanerosleduc.ca
14229 23 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-488-4278 | centuryhospitality.com/harts
4211 106 St NW #160, Edmonton | 780-760-1937 | theprovincial.ca
2003 91 St SW, Edmonton | 780-705-2205 | theworkshopeatery.com
5021 Mullen Rd NW, Edmonton | 780-430-0043 | xobistrobar.com
5940 Mullen Way, Edmonton | 780-395-1119 | dinenineteen.com/terwillegar
470 South Ave Unit C, Spruce Grove | 780-571-1717 | barbacoa.ca
Barbacoa made the list for Best Restaurants Best Steak in 2024 and Best Steak in 2025.
16336 111 Ave NW, Edmonton | 587-635-4665 | bluetruckbarbecue.com
9112 142 St NW, Edmonton | 780-752-7325 | centuryhospitality.com/
No need to be a rebel, both dogs and minors are welcome.
13408 Stony Plain Rd, Edmonton | 780-454-4300
Minor-friendly. Quiet backyard-like patio. The Peanut Butter Moose Pie won Best Desserts in 2024
18352 Lessard Rd NW, Edmonton | 780-756-7710 | vivoristorante.ca
Try the grilled Caesar salad.
101 Riel Dr, St. Albert | 780-651-7361 | glasshousekitchenbar.com
Minor-friendly & dog-friendly.
8 Mission Ave, St. Albert | 587-290-1655 | riverbankbistro.ca
With exposed brick and warm lighting, this patio is rustic, charming and boasts plenty of character.
4 Versailles Ave #105, St. Albert | 587-290-3463 | theridgestalbert.com/menu
This patio is perfectly positioned to catch a stunning sunset. Minor-friendly and dog-friendly.
150 Bellerose Dr #104, St. Albert | 780-569-1819 | dinenineteen.com/st-albert/
Made the the list of 2024 Best Overall Restaurant. Minor-friendly.
