11 Best Waterside Patios of the Kawarthas (why 11? Because it's MORE!)

By Nigel Smalls

The best place to enjoy culinary treats in the summer is the outdoor patio by the water. Here is a list of the best patios along the Trent Waterways.

Silver Bean Café, Peterborough - Located downtown Peterborough in Millennium Park along the beautiful Otonabee River. A full cafe menu, ice cream, kids area, & 100+ seats overlooking the river. Just a short walk from the Peterborough city docks. www.silverbeancafe.com

Silver Bean Cafe

Silver Bean Cafe

Lock 27 Tap & Grill, Yonge’s Point Beautiful ambiance & setting overlooking Clear Lake. Listen to the birds, the waves, the breeze, and the sunset is mesmerizing. The menu is enjoyable pub fare with weekly specials and live entertainment. www.lock27tapandgrill.ca

Hobart’s Lighthouse, McCrackens Landing Experience exceptional food, atmosphere and service in our casual dining restaurant while enjoying stunning views of Stoney Lake. Serving brunch, lunch and dinner, the menu is well priced and absolutely delicious. (My Personal Favourite!) www.hobartslighthouse.ca

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Hobart’s Lighthouse

Rhino’s Roadhouse, Bewdley - Overlooking Rice Lake, the patio seats 65 people. Rhino’s is famous for chicken wings and fresh cut halibut. Hosting a variety of charity events, their major fundraiser is the Bruce Nichols Children’s Wish Foundation, by the Performance Boat Club. www.rhinosroadhouse.com

Viamede Resort, The Boathouse The Boathouse blends fine dining with a warm, casual dockside setting on Stoney Lake in an actual former boathouse. A great place for a summer lunch or a family dinner. Reservations required. www.viamede.com

Viamede Resort

Riverside Grill and Gazebo, Peterborough - Enjoy the summer in a relaxing atmosphere while listening to great music and enjoying delicious lunch and dinner with their light BBQ menu. Live entertainment three times per week; Thursday night, Friday Night Blues and Sunday afternoons! Located at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Peterborough. www.holidayinnpeterborough.com

Bobcaygeon Inn, Bobcaygeon Summertime sizzles on this large Patio. Pull up your boat or walk in to enjoy a bite and a cold beverage. One of the largest patios in the Kawarthas offering a full range of local beverages. Beautiful views overlooking the water. www.bobcaygeoninn.com

Old Bridge Inn, Yonge’s Point Built in 1887, this historic gem offers casual fresh market dining and a serene waterside patio overlooking Lock 27 on the Trent Waterway System. www.theoldbridgeinn.com

Old Bridge Inn

Sippin Dip, Ennismore This beautiful patio overlooks Chemong Lake, with transient docking available. Serving all-day breakfast, lunch and dinner. 1500 Yankee Line. (705) 292-0292

Sippin Dip

Mainstreet Landing, Buckhorn Serving great food for over 15 years. Located just steps from Lock 31. It’s the perfect place to sit by the locks and watch boats go by while enjoying delicious food, a cold drink and friendly service. 1939 Lakehurst Rd. (705) 657-9094

Mainstreet Landing

Elmhirst Resort Dock your boat or floatplane at Elmhirst’s Resort for live music and smokin’ hot BBQ every Tuesday, or stop in to the Wild Blue patio. Also serving Sunday brunch in the Hearthside overlooking Rice Lake. www.elmhirst.ca

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