Long summer days and cool fall evenings are made for patio sipping, and Kelowna delivers with an impressive mix of breweries and cideries, each offering its own distinctive space to kick back and enjoy the view. Whether you're looking for a quiet orchard escape or a buzzing beer garden with live music, this guide highlights the top patios where great drinks and atmosphere go hand-in-hand.
Brewery Patios
Barn Owl Brewing
Photo: BC Ale Trail
Tucked inside a beautifully restored barn, Barn Owl’s rustic charm extends outdoors to their cozy patio. Surrounded by heritage architecture and framed by the leafy Lower Mission neighbourhood, it’s a perfect place to sip on a crisp lager or rich porter while enjoying the peaceful, countryside feel just minutes from the city core.
Location: Lower Mission, Kelowna (4629 Lakeshore Rd #102, Kelowna, BC V1W 1X3)
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Yes (outdoor patio)
Food: Light snacks, rotating food trucks nearby
Shade Coverage: Partial shade under umbrellas
Entertainment: Occasional live music, other events
BNA Brewing Co. & Eatery
Photo: BC Ale Trail
Stylish and multi-faceted, BNA’s patio offers cozy vibes, comfy seating, and access to one of the best burger joints in town next door, BNA Burger, whose patio is equipped with firepits and more. Whether you're sipping a Hazy Pale Ale or a local wine, this downtown spot delivers atmosphere in spades, especially once the string lights turn on.
Location: Downtown Kelowna (1250 Ellis St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1Z4)
Accessibility: Yes – low/no thresholds, accessible washrooms, and wheelchair-friendly tables on both patios. Staff available to assist with gates or doors.
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash on outdoor patio (BNA Brewing + BNA Burger)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Tasting Room/BNA Burger patio (open daily at 11 am) has umbrellas and partially shaded by trees. BNA Brewing's patio (open at 5 pm) the patio is entirely shaded.
Entertainment: Occasional live music, bowling, games, and more inside
Copper Brewing
Photo: BC Ale Trail
This local favourite in the Landmark District offers a laid-back patio perfect for sunny days and casual get-togethers. With over 20 taps and a rotating lineup of approachable beers, Copper Brewing is a great spot for both seasoned craft fans and first-timers. Order a flight, grab a seat under the umbrellas, and soak in the friendly neighbourhood vibe.
Location: Landmark District (1851 Kirschner Rd #102, Kelowna, BC V1Y 4N7)
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoor patio)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Partial shade under umbrellas
Entertainment: Occasional live music, games, and gaming tournaments
Freddy’s Brew Pub
Photo: Chris Bunnage, Marketing Manager, McCurdy Bowling Centre & Freddy's Brewpub
Pair your pint with some bowling or just enjoy live music on the patio from their seasonal Summer Series. Freddy’s patio offers comfort and entertainment all in one place. It’s a great choice for groups looking for casual fun with a side of fresh, in-house brewed beer.
Location: McCurdy Corner (948 McCurdy Rd #124, Kelowna, BC V1X 2P7)
Kid-Friendly: No (minors allowed in section inside)
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoor patio)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Partial shade under umbrellas
Entertainment: Occasional live music, bowling indoors
Jackknife Brewing
Photo: BC Ale Trail
Creative energy spills out onto Jackknife’s eclectic back patio, where art, music, and punk rock vibes meet. Shaded by trees and strung with lights, it’s the kind of place where a cold pint and a slice of their famed award-winning pizza become a full-on experience. Expect a cool, rebellious vibe that’s anything but ordinary.
Location: Kelowna North End (727 Baillie Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7E4)
Accessibility: Yes - inside fully wheelchair accessible with a low bar counter. Access the patio from the back entrance.
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoor patio)
Food: Pizza
Shade Coverage: Trees and umbrellas
Entertainment: Live music
Kelowna Beer Institute
Photo: BC Ale Trail
With two patios to choose from—one at street level and one perched above tree-lined Water Street—the Kelowna Beer Institute is ideal for people-watching or relaxing with a lake breeze. Located steps from the cultural district, it’s the place to enjoy tank-fresh beer and take in the energy of Kelowna’s vibrant waterfront.
Location: Downtown Kelowna (1346 Water St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9P4)
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoor patio)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Shaded by umbrellas
Entertainment: Occasional live music, other events
Kettle River Brewing Co.
Photo: BC Ale Trail
This North End original offers a colourfully decorated patio filled with good energy and great tunes. At Kettle River Brewing, live music fills the air in summer, and the rotating beer list and elevated pub food make it a perfect stop whether you're a regular or visiting for the first time.
Location: Kelowna North End (731 Baillie Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7E4)
Accessible: Yes - ramp with access to the patio with wheel-chair friendly tables and accessible washrooms.
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoor patio)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Shaded by umbrellas/structure
Entertainment: Live music, other events
Lakesider Brewing
Photo: Lakesider Brewing
Lakesider Brewing is a premier patio experience in beautiful West Kelowna. Their spacious wrap around patio is an oasis with shaded and sunny options throughout the day. Known locally for great beers and pizza (and an inclusive food menu), their pet friendly patio is in high demand in summer with live DJs on Saturday nights to keep the summer vibes strong!
Location: West Kelowna (835 Anders Rd, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 1J9)
Accessibility: Yes. Low/no thresholds, accessible washrooms, and wheelchair-friendly tables
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoor patio)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Shaded by umbrellas
Entertainment: Live music, other events
Railside Brewing
This Rail Trail gem offers a breezy, dog-friendly patio that’s tailor-made for cyclists and adventurers. Bring your pup, your picnic, or grab a bite from one of their visiting food trucks. The laid-back setting at Railside Brewing, with the open doors, creates a seamless indoor-outdoor feel that keeps the good times flowing.
Location: Downtown Kelowna (1186 High Rd, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1N1)
Accessibility: Yes- low/no thresholds, accessible washrooms, and wheelchair-friendly tables
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoor patio)
Food: Snacks available, bring your own food, occasional food trucks
Shade Coverage: Shaded by umbrellas
Entertainment: Live music, Trivia Thursdays, other events
Red Bird Brewing
This downtown brewery’s patio is one of Kelowna’s most dynamic. Think fire pits, private seating nooks, outdoor stages, and plenty of space for the whole crew, including your pup. With over 15 beers on tap and regular live music, Red Bird Brewing is more than a patio—it’s a full-on experience.
Location: Kelowna North End (1080 Richter St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2K5)
Accessibility: Yes - accessible picnic tables and indoor tables, accessible washrooms
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoors)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Umbrellas, shade structures
Entertainment: Live music, Latin Dance Nights, Line Dancing, Country Swing Dancing and other weekly recurring events
Rustic Reel Brewing Co.
Spacious and welcoming, Rustic Reel’s patio blends Okanagan charm with thoughtful design. From summer sunshine to fireside evenings, this patio has it all. Large garage doors blur the line between inside and out, making it easy to linger with friends over a beer that’s as local as the view.
Location: Kelowna North End (760 Vaughan Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 7E4)
Accessible: Yes - low/no thresholds, accessible washrooms
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoors)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Umbrellas, shade structures
Entertainment: Live music, other events
Shore Line Brewing
Photo: BC Ale Trail
Steps from the sand at Gyro Beach, Shore Line’s lakeside patio pairs unbeatable views with gourmet comfort food. It’s ideal for beachgoers looking to refuel with a beer in hand and toes still sandy. Vibrant, casual, and always buzzing with activity.
Location: South Pandosy (3477 Lakeshore Rd #116, Kelowna, BC V1W 0A9)
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoors)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Umbrellas
Entertainment: Trivia, other events
The Hatching Post
Part saloon, part smokehouse, and 100% unique, The Hatching Post brings old western flair to West Kelowna’s beer scene: "Serving the Authentic Texas BBQ & Craft Beer in West Kelowna". Their sprawling outdoor patio is decked out with picnic tables, rustic décor, and plenty of space to stretch out and stay awhile. Whether you’re sipping one of their small-batch beers or digging into authentic BBQ from the in-house smoker, the atmosphere is as bold as the brews.
Location: West Kelowna ( 2850 Boucherie Rd, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 2G5)
Accessibility: Yes
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Yes (outdoor patio)
Food: Full BBQ menu from the smokehouse
Sun Coverage: Mix of open sun and shaded areas with umbrellas
Entertainment: Themed décor, occasional live music or events
Vice & Virtue Brewing Co.
Photo: BC Ale Trail
Vice & Virtue’s dual patio setup gives you options: a sun-drenched front area perfect for people-watching or a shady backyard space with room for games and gatherings. The vibe is effortlessly cool, with friendly staff, standout beers, delicious food, and that welcoming energy you’ll want to return to again and again.
Location: Kelowna North End (1033 Richter St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2K4)
Kid-Friendly: No
Dog-Friendly: Dogs allowed on leash (outdoors)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Umbrellas
Entertainment: N/A
Cidery Patios
Scenic Road Cider Co.
Photo: Scenic Road Cider
Just minutes from downtown, this urban orchard feels a world away. Guests are encouraged to bring their own food and unwind in the licensed picnic area surrounded by fruit trees. Whether you’re sipping a classic apple or something more adventurous, Scenic Road offers quiet beauty with every pour.
Location: Glenmore (772 Packinghouse Rd, Kelowna, BC V1V 2E1)
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Yes (outdoors)
Food: Bring your own picnic
Shade Coverage: Partial shade under umbrellas and trees
Entertainment: N/A
Soma Craft Cidery
Photo: Soma Craft Cidery
Soma brings a refined touch to orchard sipping. Their peaceful patio space invites slow sipping and meaningful conversation, whether you're sampling one of their small-batch creations or just taking in the pastoral setting. A great stop if you’re looking for a more intimate, artisanal experience (be sure to say hi to the friendly alpacas!).
Location: Southeast Kelowna (4485 Sallows Rd, Kelowna BC, V1W 4C2)
Accessibility: Yes- low/no thresholds, accessible washrooms, and wheelchair-friendly tables on patio with access through inside
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Yes (outdoors)
Food: Full-service menu
Shade Coverage: Partial shade under shade structures
Entertainment: Live music
Truck 59 Ciderhouse
Set against a backdrop of orchards and Lake Okanagan views, Truck 59’s variety of lawn games, grassy area, and casual patio offers fun for all ages. Being family-friendly, with lots of space for the kiddos to run around, we're the perfect place for lounging all afternoon with a locally, handcrafted cider in hand and concession snacks on the table. One of the most photogenic stops on the Westside Wine Trail.
Location: West Kelowna (3887 Brown Rd, West Kelowna, BC V4T 2J3)
Accessibility: Yes – wheelchair access from parking, accessible unisex washrooms, and multiple wheelchair-friendly picnic tables with partial shade
Kid-Friendly: Yes, with change table
Dog-Friendly: Yes (outdoors)
Food: Food trucks, snacks
Shade Coverage: Shade structures and umbrellas
Entertainment: Live music, trivia, yoga, corn hole, lawn games, and more
Upside Cider & Farm Market
Photo: Upside Cider
Located on a working organic farm, Upside Cider's patio offers cider with a side of charm. Enjoy a flight while watching planes take off on their rooftop patio, or browse the farm market for fresh goodies to take home. It’s a quirky, family-friendly space that’s both playful and peaceful.
Location: Ellison (2555 Gale Rd, Kelowna, BC V1V 2K2)
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Yes (outdoors)
Food: Food trucks, snacks
Shade Coverage: Umbrellas
Entertainment: Live music, various events
Wards Cidery
Photo: Ken Hagen
Surrounded by apple trees and valley views, Wards Cider is as Okanagan as it gets. Their picnic area is tucked beneath mature orchard trees, creating a shady, peaceful space to enjoy a flight or a cold pint of their traditional cider. Bring a picnic or snack and stay a while—this is cider tasting at its most scenic.
Location: Southeast Kelowna (2287 Ward Rd, Kelowna, BC V1W 4R5)
Accessible: Yes - accessible washrooms and the orchard are accessible. Please reach out beforehand to confirm accessibility requirements.
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Dog-Friendly: Yes (outdoors)
Food: Enjoy food trucks on weekends, along with "picnic to go" options featuring local cheese, meats, and crackers to enjoy in the picnic area.
Shade Coverage: Umbrellas and trees
Entertainment: Live music, various events