If you and your precious pup have been trying to explore where in downtown Victoria you can stop to collect your strength and soak up the sun, this is for you!
There’s nothing better than lounging on a patio while the weather is promising and the warmth of spring feels closer than ever, and being able to bring your best friend around to enjoy it with you is a recipe for top-tier happiness.
Using previous collections, recent eatery updates and Darcie Jennings’ incredible dog-friendly businesses website, we’ve compiled a list of favourites for you to check out!
Just keep in mind that holiday hours may be different than their usual operating times.
Without further ado, here’s 17 dog-friendly patios in and around Victoria:
Moon Under Water Brewpub
Pssst…this brewpub has a whole menu just for your pupper!
- Vibe: Casual, classic brewpub with beer and spirit enthusiasts
- Where: 350 Bay Street
- When: Open 7 days a week
- Monday to Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Sunday from 11:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Boomtown
- Vibe: Hip, artsy space for creatives and young professionals
- Where: 950 Yates Street
- When: Monday to Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Fisherman’s Wharf
- Vibe: Lively waterfront spot with a mix of tourists, locals, and families
- Where: 12 Erie Street
- When: Monday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub
- Vibe: Cozy, rustic eatery with gorgeous views and fresh pub classics
- Where: 308 Catherine Street
- When: Monday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
CRAFT Beer Market
- Vibe: Industrial, vibrant eatery with a massive selection of beer
- Where: 450 Swift Street
- When:
- Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.
McRae’s Restaurant
- Vibe: Casual, neighbourhood eatery for families, friends, and locals
- Where: 1652 McRae Avenue
- When:
- Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Whistle Buoy
- Vibe: Casual, modern brewery popular with craft beer enthusiasts
- Where: Market Square, 560 Johnson Street
- When:
- Sunday to Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Thursday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.
The Drake Eatery
- Vibe: Lively and rustic, with a focus on local craft beer and comfort food
- Where: 517 Pandora Avenue
- When: Monday to Sunday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Herald Street Brew Works
- Vibe: Industrial, laid-back brewery for beer lovers and after-work crowd
- Where: 506 Herald Street
- When: Hours vary
Tug Eatery
- Vibe: Waterfront, relaxed setting for locals and tourists
- Where: 407 Swift Street
- When: Monday to Sunday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Phillips Brewery
- Vibe: Industrial, lively brewery for beer aficionados and groups
- Where: 2010 Government Street
- When: Hours vary
The Beagle Pub
- Vibe: Traditional, cozy pub frequented by locals and sports fans
- Where: 301 Cook Street
- When:
- Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Fernwood Inn
- Vibe: Warm, inviting spot popular with locals and date nights
- Where: 1302 Gladstone Avenue
- When: Hours vary
The Penny Farthing
- Vibe: Classic English pub with a mix of locals, expats, and pub enthusiasts
- Where: 228 Oak Bay Avenue
- When:
- Sunday to Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Driftwood Brewing Company
- Vibe: Rustic, comfortable setting for casual diners and locals
- Where: 836 Viewfield Road
- When:
- Sunday to Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Thursday to Saturday, 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Lido waterfront Bar and Bistro
- Vibe: Elegant, refined spot for upscale diners and date nights
- Where: 1234 Wharf Street, Harbour Road
- When: Hours vary
Glo restaurant and lounge
Glo accommodates dog owners by providing designated areas outside the patio premises where dogs can be safely secured.
- Vibe: Modern, waterfront location for professionals and date nights
- Where: 2940 Jutland Road
- When:
- Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Did we miss your favourite? Let us know in the comments!
