14 Patios to Visit in Durham Region’s Downtowns

Simple icon of two tall buildings. Downtowns of Durham

If you’ve spent a summer in Canada, then you know the powerful pull of a great Canadian staple: the patio. From private, tucked away nooks, to main street seats, waterfront vistas or a simple slice of shade, patios come in all shapes and sizes. Each offers something special; an amazing outdoor experience.

The eclectic mix of patios in Durham Region will not disappoint, especially in our downtowns, where after-dinner strolls, sweet treats, and window shopping can round out a perfectly Canadian summer day.

There are so many amazing patios across Durham Region to visit. Explore the whole region in our Tourism directory! But for now, we’ve narrowed it down to 14 distinct Durham Region downtown dining experiences to create your summer patio bucket list.

 

1. Downtown Ajax: Drums and Flats

60 Randall Drive, Ajax
Visit the Drums and Flats website to view their menu and contact information.

Drums and Flats patio in downtown Ajax.

Source: Drums and Flats

 

2. Downtown Beaverton: Barney’s

24 Harbour Park Crescent, Beaverton
Visit the Barney’s Facebook page for more information.

Barney's restaurant patio in downtown Beaverton.

Source: Airbnb

 

3. Downtown Bowmanville: Starapples

77 King Street East, Bowmanville
Visit the Starapples website to view their menu and contact information.

Starapples patio in downtown Bowmanville.

Source: Starapples Facebook page

 

4. Downtown Brooklin: Corrado’s Restaurant and Bar

38 Baldwin Street, Brooklin
Visit the Corrado’s website to view their menu and contact information.

Corrado's patio in downtown Brooklin.

Source: Corrado’s Restaurant and Bar Facebook Page

 

5. Downtown Newcastle: The Old Newcastle House Taps & Grill

119 King Avenue West, Newcastle
Visit The Old Newcastle House website to view their menu and contact information.

The Old Newcastle House patio in the Village of Newcastle.

Source: The Old Newcastle House Facebook page

 

6. Downtown Newcastle: Newcastle Griddle

106 King Avenue East, Newcastle
Visit the Newcastle Griddle website for more information.

Patio at Newcastle Griddle with red umbrellas and a black iron fence with a bordering garden.

Source: Newcastle Griddle

 

7. Downtown Oshawa: Berry Hill Food Co.

82 King Street West, Oshawa
Visit the Berry Hill Food Co. website to view their menu and contact information.

Berry Hill patio in downtown Oshawa.

Source: Berry Hill Food Co. Facebook page

 

8. Pickering Nautical Village: PORT

1289 Wharf Street, Pickering
Visit the PORT website to view their menu and contact information.

The PORT restaurant patio in the Pickering Nautical Village.

Source: PORT

 

9. Pickering Village: Casa Verde

49 Old Kingston Road, Ajax
Visit the Casa Verde website to view their menu and contact information.

The Casa Verde patio in Pickering Village.

Source: Don Terry

 

10. Downtown Port Perry: The Piano Café

217 Queen Street, Port Perry
Visit the Piano Café website to view their menu and contact information.

The Piano Café patio in downtown Port Perry.

Source: The Piano Café

 

11. Downtown Uxbridge: Wixan’s Bridge

65 Brock Street West, Uxbridge
Visit the Wixan’s Bridge website for more information.

Patio at night with beautiful glowing lights at Wixan's Bridge.

Source: tracywalkerphotography.com

 

12. Downtown Uxbridge: Urban Pantry

4 Toronto Street North, Uxbridge
Visit the Urban Pantry website to view their menu and contact information.

Urban Pantry patio in downtown Uxbridge.

Source: Urban Pantry Facebook page

 

13. Downtown Whitby: The Pearson Pub

101 Mary Street West, Whitby
Visit The Pearson Pub website to view their menu and contact information.

The Pearson Pub patio in downtown Whitby.

Source: The Pearson Pub Facebook page

 

14. Downtown Whitby: Brock St. Brewing Co.

244 Brock Street South, Whitby
Visit the Brock Street Brewing Co. website to view their menu and contact information.

Busy rooftop patio at Brock St. Brewing Co.

Source: Durham Tourism