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Best Winterized Patios in Yorkville Right Now
Just because we’re beginning to transition into cozy sweater weather that doesn’t mean we have to give up our patio hangs just yet. In fact, the City of Toronto has extended patio season till mid-November, allowing portable heaters on all outdoor decks, terraces and porches. In addition, the mayor has asked city staff to explore winter/year-round outdoor dining options. With the initial success of the CafeTO program and the recent ban on indoor dining, alfresco dining will be stretched out a bit longer. If you’re searching for a heated patio, we’ve rounded up our favourites in Toronto’s affluent Yorkville neighbourhood.
Best Winterized Patios in Yorkville Right Now
Hemingway’s (142 Cumberland St.)
Famous for its boisterous multi-level rooftop patio, Hemingway’s has been an iconic Toronto spot for 40 years. It offers a casual break from the all the glitz and glamour that makes Yorkville one of the most affluent neighbourhoods in Toronto. I’m a regular here. I like that the atmosphere is homey, the dress code is casual, the patio is warm and that the crowd is always lively, despite the capacity being cut in half due to social distancing.
