After over three months of dine-in service closure, Toronto restaurants are taking the first steps toward reopening this week. Premier Ford announced on Monday that restaurants can begin serving customers on patios starting today. While many restaurants are taking a few more days or weeks to gear up (and adjust their spaces to comply with the new COVID-conscious guidelines outlined by the city), these ten restaurants are ready to go and welcoming diners back today.
UPTOWN
CIBO WINEBAR - The wine bar mini-chain from Liberty Entertainment Group is opening all three of its Toronto locations, including their outpost at Yonge & Eglinton.
BISTRO GRANDE - This casual restaurant specializing in kosher Mediterranean fare is opening its patio beginning today on a reservation-only basis.
MIDTOWN
HEMINGWAYS - Hemingways’ large rooftop patio in Yorkville kicked things off at the first possible moment, opening at 12:01 a.m. this morning for midnight drinks. They’re open from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. going forward.
KASA MOTO - The Chase Hospitality Group’s ritzy rooftop patio is now open and taking reservations.
DOWNTOWN
ORETTA - Italian restaurant Oretta is opening its lovely King West patio, with reservations available through OpenTable.
FAIRMONT ROYAL YORK - The landmark hotel is debuting its new outdoor dining space, the Clockwork Terrace. An extension of the Clockwork Lobby Lounge, the terrace is open from noon until 8 p.m. daily and takes reservations.
WEST END
HER FATHER'S CIDER BAR AND KITCHEN - The pretty patio is open as of noon today
THE CALEDONIAN - The Scottish pub is opening its leafy back patio, with tables available by reservation only.
EAST END
F'AMELIA - The family-owned Cabbagetown restaurant is opening its pleasant patio, with reservations bookable through their website
DUNDAS AND CARLAW - The hip Leslieville wine and coffee bar is opening its large patio. Reservations are available, but walk-ins are also welcome
FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE NOT HEARD, A PERSONAL OLD FAVOURITE OF MINE, ST. CLAIR SPORTS BAR SCALLYWAGS IS PERMANENTLY CLOSING.
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