Food & DrinkJul
Summerlicious
Toronto's summer dining event — patio season at prix fixe prices.
When
July 3–19, 2026
Where
200+ restaurants city-wide
Area
Downtown
Cost
Paid · $23–$53 prix fixe
Format
Indoor & Outdoor
Attendance
500K+ visitors
Running Since
2003 (23 years)
Family Friendly
Yes
VT Insider Tip
Patio reservations at popular restaurants book out in minutes. If you want an outdoor table at a hot spot, set a reminder for the booking launch and be ready to click.
About
The summer sibling of Winterlicious brings the same city-wide prix fixe format to patio season. With 200+ participating restaurants, it's peak dining season in Toronto. The summer edition tends to feel more festive — patios are open, the weather cooperates, and everyone's in a good mood.
What to Expect
Two weeks of prix fixe lunch ($23-$33) and dinner ($33-$53). Strong emphasis on patio dining. Same broad restaurant participation as Winterlicious.
Pro Tips
The best Summerlicious value is weekday lunch on a patio. You get the same food as dinner, better availability, and peak sunshine. Also: check which restaurants have Summerlicious-exclusive dishes not on their regular menu.
Getting There
City-wide. Plan by neighbourhood. Patio-heavy areas: King West, Ossington, Leslieville, The Danforth.