Toronto’s Best Patios and Event Venues with a Patio
September 5, 2013 by deblewis
Filed under CitySocial, Event Venues, Ontario, Toronto, Uncategorized
As the mercury climbs every summer the need to find a watering hole becomes increasingly more essential. There aren’t many activities that beat grabbing a few cold ones on a patio with some friends, the perfect blend of summer heat and true refreshment. Presumably, you, the reader also enjoy a summer patio session as you are still reading. So, with that confirmed this post will lay out some of Toronto’s most enjoyable patios and will provide you with a Toronto Summer Patio Bucket list. Many of the patios below are also great venues for events and offer a fresh change from a hotel banquet room.
Cadillac Lounge Patio
1296 Queen St W, Toronto
The first patio we would suggest visiting is the Cadillac Lounge Patio at 1296 Queen Street West. The Cadillac Lounge has a unique back patio that is rather spacious and is filled with the aroma of their hickory smoker, minus all the smoke of course. It also offers a large variety of bottled beers or on tap. Its retro atmosphere will charm you and travel until the Southern United States.
Pilot Patio
22 Cumberland St, Toronto
When you think patio in Toronto you immediately think Pilot’s Patio: The Flight Deck! Opened in 1993 as the largest “patio with altitude” in Yorkville, its name came from a tribute to the heroic flyers of World War II. It has been known as an artist bar, then the hub of Toronto’s hippie community, to finally become the place to go for elite’s after work drinks and trendy after midnight party nowadays.
Hair of the dog
425 Church, Toronto
Hair of the dog is an upscale neighborhood pub and restaurant on Church St, on the southern fringes of the Gay Village. Hair of the dog reflects the diversity of the neighborhood thanks to a mixed clientele. Winning venue, with one of the top 10 patio in downtown Toronto. It has this particularity of having 2 patios! On the ground floor you can find a large space featuring 3 fountains. Facing south, the patio is filled by sun all day. A good time to enjoy a family brunch drinks with friends. Hair of the dog is also a dining experience where you can enjoy fine food in cozy and more intimate spaces. Fun fact: Hair of Dog has been voted best place to have a first date. And awarded great place to dump someone by the staff!
Against the Grain Urban Tavern
25 Dockside Dr. Toronto
Situated at 25 Dockside Drive on Corus Quay, right next to Sugar Beach, the patio has a spectacular view of Lake Ontario, the Harbour and Toronto Island. It comfortably seats 180 guests around traditional two tops, beach like lounge areas and umbrellas for this hot summer. Every weekend, from 10.30 a.m. to 3 p.m., the restaurant offers $5 Bloody Caesar specials and during the week you will be able to enjoy unique local and European brews, interesting new and old world wines and some amazing cocktails.
New Amsterdam patio
245 Queens Quay West, Toronto
Amsterdam Brewhouse has recently opened a newly renovated, 14, 000 square foot craft brewery, restaurant and retail venue in the heart of Toronto’s waterfront. Situated at 245 Queens Quay West, the venue can accommodate up to 500 in its rustic urban interior, and offers an additional 300+ on the spacious lakeside patio, for a total capacity of over 800 guests. AMSTERDAM BREWHOUSE features a bar/lounge, a dining room, several patios, a state of the art AV system, authentic wood burning oven, a working craft brewery and full retail store, all to be open 7 days a week.
Terroni Bar Centrale
1095 Yonge St, Toronto
In the Rosedale community one of the best patios to relax on would be at the Terroni Bar Centrale. This patio is a great way to enjoy the homey designed feel of Italy. With a vast selection from the “tapas style” menu plates are intended to be shared, which is the perfect scenery for a hang out spot with friends and family. Also, this wine bar has a signature selection of Terroni-exclusive wines and a unique variety from Italy. Experience a day or night on the patio laughing, sharing and appreciating the summer days. Enclosed with fresh greenery this patio gives off a natural blissful vibe. The Terroni Bar Centrale’s patio is a great way to retreat for some time of relaxation.
Museum Tavern Toronto
208 Bloor W, Toronto
After a long, hot summer day finding a patio that is just right could be difficult to find, but look no further because Museum Tavern Toronto has that just right patio. With a slight summer breeze and nice view this patio is to die for. Facing the ROM you can enjoy the menu from executive chef Steven Gouzopoulos which features all-American classics with a twist. Not to mention the Moses McIntee’s drinks list that is a temptation you cannot resist. Enjoy the last moments of summer on the restaurant’s second floor terrace, an experience you will not regret.
The new Mill Street Beer Hall
21 Tank House Lane, Toronto
The Beer Hall is the new space of the Mill Street Brew Pub situated in the Distillery District. Opened in April this year, this place offers a modern and lively atmosphere where it is pleasant to enjoy a good beer with friends or simply an excellent meal.
With its open concept kitchen offering local and international cuisine, a heated, a cover patio and communal seating, The Beer Hall is the perfect place to welcome group events from 15 to 500 persons. Also, don’t forget to try the bierschnaps, a traditional German Beer-based spirit, which is only served at Beer Hall.
Glitz and Glamour
August 30, 2013 by CityEvents
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
Rooftop Rendezvous: Temptation Accomplished
August 27, 2013 by deblewis
Filed under CitySocial, Event Venues, Ontario, Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
On Thursday 15th, The Rooftop rendezvous was THE rendezvous not to miss! Indeed, The CUBE nightclub hosted more than 400 guests from CityEvents and Shanny in the City for the Rooftop rendezvous!
The night was an opportunity to taste a new cider: Tempt Cider, with strawberry and lime flavors, but also to enjoy the presence of artists and an incredible view on the city and the CN Tower.
The CUBE nightclub brings you into a parallel world. From the entrance you leave the city and its buildings to enter in a small corridor looking like the path to a secret garden, to be finally guided to a rooftop patio, a true bubble inside the city. CUBE Nightclub is a new Toronto event venue used by a variety of groups.
This night was subject to all temptations, from the sweet & fruity cider offer by two masked ladies, to the electrifying music and the lights of the city. Hard not to be entranced by the atmosphere! But, more than temptation, it was also an excellent moment of schmoozing and networking in a pleasant place, and the occasion to get a painting portrait from the artists presents all night.
From this incredible night, we only have retained one thing: temptation accomplished! #gettempted.
Photos can be found at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/sets/72157635239451265/
Managing for growth 2013 seminar
August 13, 2013 by deblewis
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
The popular series of Seminars from Hogg, Shain & Scheck (Professional Corporation Chartered Accountants) continues in 2013 providing opportunity to learn and network with a group of entrepreneurs and other professionals.
Here is the next seminar theme, date and guest speaker:
September 25, 2013
2014+ ECONOMIC FORECAST – AN ANNUAL FAVOURITE!
The outlook for 2014 is not good. Consumer trends, concerns about the stock market, and trouble in the US economy suggest turmoil for the coming year. But that is not the whole story. Looking beyond 2014, ITR sees business cycle rise for 2015 – 2017. Come and find out why and plan for the future with confidence.
Guest Speaker: Brian Beaulieu, CEO ITR Economics
Brian’s presentations cover a wide variety of topics including short- and long-term global economic forecasts, regional economic updates, an outlook on inflation, and the relationship of political events and economic growth. He details what economic indicators executives should follow and provides proven strategies for leveraging economic forecasts at the company level.
Register now: http://www.hss-ca.com/event-details.php?id=7
Breakfast:
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Westin Prince Hotel, 900 York Mills Road, Toronto, ON M3B3H2
Fees: $25 includes continental breakfast (net proceeds go to the Ted Rogers School of Management)
Luncheon:
Time: 11:30 a.m – 2.00 p.m
Venue: Delta Meadowvale Hotel – 6750 Mississauga Road
Fees: $40
Thompson Hotel: a unique space to hold your event.
August 1, 2013 by CityEvents
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Toronto, Uncategorized
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If you are looking for a hip modern space to hold your next event, you won’t need to look any further: the Thompson Hotel has a number of unique spaces you should check out. Situated in the heart of Toronto, specifically the entertainment district, this hotel features 30 000 square feet of event space that mixes technology, style and various designs.
Thompson Hotel offers a variety of potential rental space, which can accommodate for a wide range of events: from conferences, meetings, private screenings, weddings to rehearsal dinners, showers, receptions, bar/bat mitzvahs or fundraising events. Whatever your need this hotel can match it.
Besides, you can find different kinds of rooms according to your type of event: from the Ballroom for conferences and social events, to the Terrace for cocktail parties or the Rooftop Lounge for sophisticated events, they do it all! . With a budget of $400/500 per night, you also have the opportunity to rent the penthouse which can accomodate 25 people and will assure you a real pleasant event.
To get more information, go to the website, like them on Facebook and follow them @thompsonhotels
