Where To Find Insta-Worthy Cocktails In Durham Region

Feb 06, 2025 •
Simple icon of two tall buildings. Downtowns of Durham

Looking to meet friends for drinks, or find a spot for the perfect date night or night out? We got you.

Whether you’re meeting friends for happy hour, looking for a great place for appetizers and drinks, or want to find your new favourite cocktail, we’ve created this list of totally Insta-worthy cocktails in Durham Region’s downtowns. If coffee is more your speed, make sure to check out our Instagrammable Cafés and Coffees in Durham Region blog.

For more inspiration, follow us on social @DurhamTourism, or tag us on your adventures. Cheers to exploring!

Surf – Whitby

Close up of three different cocktails from Surf in Whitby.

Featuring small plates, tacos and craft cocktails inspired by Southern California, a visit to Surf Kitchen and Bar is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail or mocktail.  

 

Three Six Kitchen – Bowmanville

Close up of different cocktails from Three-Six Kitchen in Bowmanville.
Left and Right: @thedurhamdistillery

Located in the heart of Downtown Bowmanville, Three Six Kitchen has a warm, inviting atmosphere and a top notch cocktail menu.
 

BOND|ST Snack Bar – Oshawa

Close up of three different cocktails from the Bond St Snack Bar in Oshawa.

Be it date night or friends night out, BOND|ST Snack Bar is a great spot to go for handcrafted cocktails and tasty snacks.

 

PORT Restaurant – Pickering Nautical Village

Close up of different colourful cocktails in the summer from PORT Restaurant in Pickering.
Left: @eatsofdurham | Centre: @adonijahh | Right: @riceyspices

Enjoy a cocktail with a waterfront view at PORT Restaurant in Pickering Nautical Village.
 

Port Social – Port Perry

Close up of three different cocktails from the Port Social in Port Perry.

See why The Port Sour is a fan-favourite cocktail during your next night out at The Port Social. 

 

Urban Pantry – Uxbridge

Close up of three different cocktails from the Urban Pantry in Uxbridge.

The libations menu at Urban Pantry is updated seasonally and is always full of drool-worthy cocktails (with and without alcohol). Don’t sleep on their delicious drinks like Brazilian lemonade or a tiramisu martini.

 

Tar’d N Feather’d – Beaverton

Close up of bright pink cocktails from Tar'd and Feather'd in Beaverton.
Right: @lunney08

Tar’d N Feather’d in Beaverton is a great place to catch up with friends as their menu offers everything from pints of cold beer to house made cocktails.

 

The Old Newcastle House Taps & Grill – Newcastle

Close up of different colourful cocktails from The Old Newcastle House in Newcastle.
Left: @durhamfoodblog

The Old Newcastle House Taps & Grill in downtown Newcastle is a year-round destination. With a gorgeous must-visit patio during the summer months, and a quaint and cosy indoor space, it’s the perfect spot for your next night out. 

 

Corrado’s Restaurant and Bar – Brooklin

Close up of different cocktails from Corrado's in Brooklin.

For delicious cocktails, or amazing Italian food, stop by Corrado’s Restaurant and Bar in Brooklin on your next night out. 

 

Mexico Lindo – Ajax

Close up of different colourful cocktails from Mexico Lindo in Whitby.

For an authentic taste of Mexico without leaving the country, enjoy a piña colada or margarita from Mexico Lindo in Ajax.

Tell us about your favourite cocktail

We’d love to hear about what you enjoyed the most. Tag @DurhamTourism in your social posts so we can follow along!