Our four Niagara estates and Riverbend Inn & Vineyard feature a handful of incredible patios that serve up everything from sharing plates to lobster linguine. It’s time to kick back and relax with a glass of wine or hand crafted cocktail in hand and enjoy the vineyard views. With so many amazing patio options, the hardest part of planning an afternoon escape can be deciding which one to choose. This helpful roundup makes it easier to choose the right patio for your next Niagara escape. And don’t forget, an afternoon of hopping from one patio to the next is always encouraged! Peller Estates is a quick bike ride from Riverbend Inn and there’s a walking trail between Trius and Wayne Gretzky Estates to make scenic strolling a breeze!
The Whisky Bar Patio at Wayne Gretzky Estates
The Vibe: Happy hour doesn’t get more Canadian than this expansive patio that offers the perfect perch for taking in everything that’s going on at The Great One’s estate.
Insider Tip: Pair one of our beverages with Chef Desharnais’ casual comfort foods that proudly showcase the region’s farm-to-table flavours.
The Winery Restaurant Patio at Peller Estates
The Vibe: Fresh air on your face, Chef Parsons’ freshly picked garden veggies turned into magical dishes on your plate, a meal on this patio is pure farm-to-table elegance.
Insider Tip: If you’re a Wine Club member, don’t forget to show your membership card for a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. That’s just one of the many perks you can enjoy at our estates!
Trius Winery Restaurant Patio
The Vibe: Enjoy Chef Dodd’s delicious all-day menu served sunny side up at an outdoor table with a vineyard view.
Insider Tip: We highly recommend reserving a spot at one of their Summer Supper Series dinners on the covered walkway.
The Beer Garden at Wayne Gretzky Estates
The Vibe: Outdoor pool tables, ping pong tables and bocce ball courts make this the ultimate escape for patio dwellers who are game for games.
Insider Tip: The Beer Garden also serves up icy No Boats on Sunday cider and Wayne Gretzky Estates wines.
Terrace Wine Bar at Peller Estates
The Vibe: Take in the scenic vineyard views and enjoy a relaxed backyard feel complete with picnic tables and fresh off the grill fare.
Insider Tip: Two words – Lobster Poutine.
The Oaklands Patio
The Vibe: Enjoy dining al fresco while being mesmerized by the vineyard views and beautiful sunsets.
Insider Tip: Enjoy a leisurely 3-course afternoon lunch with wine pairings selected by our culinary team.
Ansley Sparkling Terrace
The Vibe: The best spot to soak up the sun or watch the best sunsets in Niagara. Enjoy VQA sparkling wines, cocktails, and small sharable plates. The perfect pre or post-dinner spot or afternoon pick me up.
Insider Tip: Select a fancy sparkling cocktail to sip in the sunshine.
Picnic on the Bench
The Vibe: While not a patio, per se, the rolling lawn at Thirty Bench is an ideal place to relax at a picnic table with a glass of wine in hand and soak in the spectacular Lake Ontario view.
Insider Tip: Pick up a charcuterie box from inside the winery for a tasty selection of snacks to enjoy with your wine.
