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Patio Hopping on 17th Ave!

Patio season is here! Now’s the time to try all of 17th Avenue’s delicious cocktails and different cuisines. Whatever food mood you’re in, we’ve got you covered. Now, time to start patio hopping!

5 Senses Ramen – Quaint patio in the heart of 17th Ave where you can dig into asian fusion dishes expertly crafted by their very own, Chef Satoru Kogo. Call 403-452-0817 For Reservations  

634A 17 Ave SW, 403-452-0817

Analog Coffee – 17th Ave’s iconic coffee shop. Nothing beats enjoying quality coffee outside on a nice sunny day.

740 17 Ave SW, (403) 910-5959

bb.q Chicken – Located just off 17th Ave AND pet-friendly, bb.q chicken is the perfect place to post up this summer with some savoury comfort food. 

1436 8 St SW, 403- 300-0954

Blanco – A fashionable cantina with a tequila bar, Tex-Mex plates and a patio with vacation vibes. Click here to make your reservations! 

723 17th Ave SW, 403-228-1854

Browns Socialhouse – You’ll get a bit of everything with upscale casual dining. Sports, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch and a fabulous patio that’s dog-friendly.

880 16 Ave SW #140, 403-455-8158

Buon Giorno – After a small hiatus, Buon Giorno is back! Enjoy authentic italian dishes, wine and more on their cozy 17th Ave patio this summer. Call 403-244-5522 to make your reservation. 

823 17 Ave SW, 403-244-5522

Caffe Beano – Your favourite community cafe’s patio is now open! Bring your family, cohort or puppy and enjoy Beano’s iced Summer bevies and fresh baked goods.

1613 9 St SW, 403-229-1232

Calcutta Cricket Club – Familiar Indian dishes and cocktails in a stylish, lively atmosphere and their patio is bright and colorful. To be fair the entire place is gorgeous. Click here to make your reservation! 

340 17 Ave SW, 403-719-1555

Ceili’s Irish Modern Irish Pub – A casual restaurant and bar with a huge patio and a great place to grab a beer after work. Click here to make reservations!

933-A 17th Ave SW, 403-265-1200

Chakalaka – 17th Ave’s newest resident serving globally-inspired eats and drinks with a rooftop patio overlooking The Red Mile. Click here to make your reservations! 

1410 17 Ave SW, 587-891-6827

Chemical Steves – Welcome to your new favourite patio where everything from shots to beers to their pub snacks is just $6! 

718 17th Ave SW, chemicalstevesbeerjoint.com

Chilitos Taberna – A relaxed cantina with a patio and full bar serving all of your favourite Mexican eats. Make your reservation, here!

1309 17 Ave SW, 403-228-5528

Citrus Lounge – Enjoy Citrus Lounge’s selection of Shisha, tasty eats and beverages on their central 17th AVe patio. 

1131 17 Ave SW, 587-391-7250

Cleaver – A unique spot with creative small plates, sliders, prime meats and the most delicious cocktails ever. Make your reservations, here!

524 17 Ave SW Unit 102, 403 452-1211

Clive Burger – Retro vibes and outdoor seating offering super tasty and eco-friendly burgers, beer and shakes.

736 17 Ave SW, 403-229-9224

Comery Block – Guaranteed meat sweats. West – Tennessee inspired BBQ and bourbon joint. Click here to make your reservations!

638 17 Ave SW, 403-453 7636

Element Cafe – Iced coffee, baked goods and a 17th Ave patio – you can’t ask for more than that on a hot summer day. 

331 17 Ave SW, 403-401-1201

Good Earth Cafe – Try out Good Earth’s selection of Summer beverages on their “OG” Beltline patio. 

1502 11 St SW, 403-228-9543

Gringo Street – Yummy Latin street food with a twist and margaritas.. A lot of margaritas. Call 403-474-1411 to reserve a spot today!

524 17 Ave SW unit 101, 403-474-1411

Jamesons Irish Pubs – Modern, Celtic themed pub. Great spot to grab a casual bite and a beer. call the number below or click here to make your reservations!

1230 17 Ave SW, 403-984-9445

Ke Charcoal – Your favourite Beltline sushi joint is also home to an epic rooftop patio where you can throw back a Sapparo in the while munching on your favourite rolls. Call (403) 283-3288 to make your reservation today! 

1501 15 Ave SW, (403) 283-3288

Las Canarias – Casual bar and eatery with traditional Spanish dishes, tapas, sangria & patio seating.

1129 17 Ave SW, 403-475-4165

Living Room – A chic spot in a small house offering upscale French and Italian cuisine with tasting menus and fondue. Mmm fondue. Click here to make your reservation!

514 17 Ave SW, 403-228-9830

Lounge Eighteen – Prohibition-inspired spot offering unique cocktails, global bites and shisha. make your reservations here!

1005 17 Ave SW, 403-454-7143

Lulu Bar – a unique chef driven bar right in the heart of 17th Ave. A colorful patio and an instagrammable interior. make your reservations here!

510 17 Ave SW, 403-930-5707

Model Milk – Set up right in Calgary’s historic dairy building offering locally sourced eats. Their patio? Absolutely adorable. Make your reservation, here!

308 17 Ave SW, 403-265-7343

National on 17th – A lot of beer and a huge patio, need we say more? Book your reservation, here!

550 17 Ave SW, 403-229-0226

One Night Stan’s – A bar room and divery with a low-key and relaxed atmosphere. Oh and their patio is dog friendly!

520 17 Ave SW, 403-452-4407

Peppinos Gourmet Foods – A family operated Italian eatery with the BEST Italian subs in Calgary. Enjoy your sandwich out in the sun on their cute patio!

1512 7 St SW, 403-452-9006

Pigeon Hole – Warm, rustic wine bar with cocktails and small plates on flea market dishes and a cozy patio. Reserve your table, here!

306 17 Ave SW, 403-452-4694

Philosafy Coffee – A stylish coffee shop and freshly ground coffee on the inside and adorable patio on the outside.

632 17 Ave SW, philosafy.com

Ship and Anchor – Is it 17th Ave without the Ship and Anchor? A casual bar, with sports on the TV and occasional live music. And of course they have a patio! Make your reservation, here!

534 17 Ave SW, 403-245-3333

Simply Irie – Family owned business and some of the BEST Carribean cuisine you’ll find in Calgary. 

1510 6 St SW, 403-454-7400

Ten Degrees Chocolate – They may be known for their decadent chocolate, but they also have a sunny 16th Ave patio where you can indulge in cafe items and house-made gelato. Make your reservation, here!

818 16 Ave SW, 587-352-2626

Trio Restaurant and Cafe – Chill vibes and amazing Mediterranean and Egyptian food that’s guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. Head to their website here to make your reservation!

1504 16 Ave SW, 403-800-8122

Trolley 5 Brewpub – House-brewed beers, pizza, burgers, BBQ AND the windows on their second floor open up giving you a two storey patio feel. Make your reservation, here!

728 17 Ave SW, 403-454-3731

Tropical on 17th – Buzzy, narrow hideaway with Latin American eats, happy hour with GIANT cocktails and live music. Book your reservations here!

1424 17 Ave SW,  403-453-1214

Una Pizza + Wine – Their pizza is to die for. If you haven’t been there you NEED to go. Nothing beats great pizza, a bottle of wine and a patio. Join Una’s waitlist for a table, here!

618 17 Ave SW, 403-453-1183

Universe Restaurant – Open for breakfast and lunch, you’ll find Montreal style pizza, smoked meat, poutine and ribs. Reserve your spot, here!

1415 17 Ave SW A, 587-354-3339 

V Burger – Dig into V Burger’s sweet summer treats on their 17th Ave patio this summer with options like their new dipped cones, dairy-free shakes, and ice cream sandwiches. 

819 17 Ave SW, 587-387-7272

Via Cibo – Fast casual restaurant serving the best Italian street foods.

1520 14 St SW, 403-457-2886

Watchman’s Pub & Eatery – Classic pub with a huge patio AND trivia night, live bands and karaoke. You might end up singing a song or two after a few drinks. Call them at the number below to inquire about reservations

1109 17 Ave SW #100, 403-245-8888

Wow you’re going to be busy bouncing around 17th Ave this Summer! Who’re we kidding, we’ll be out and about until it starts to snow again. Check out our What’s Happening page to stay up to date on the latest events on 17th Ave.

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