Drake Sky Yard

What is Drake Sky Yard? Perched atop The Drake Hotel at 1150 Queen Street West, Sky Yard remains West Queen West’s defining open-air rooftop patio. The ever-evolving space features rotating contemporary art installations, weathered wooden decking, perimeter banquettes, and an active cocktail counter framing low-rise neighbourhood views. It transitions seamlessly from relaxed, sun-soaked afternoon hangouts to lively, DJ-driven nightcaps.

Drake Sky Yard Menu & What to Order Built around an outdoor charcoal grill and a sharp raw bar, the menu delivers punchy, shareable plates made for communal summer eating. Start with the razor-sharp citrus-cured snapper ceviche or the fiery scallop aguachile before moving on to charcoal-grilled skewers, charred octopus, and the classic Drake Burger stacked with Perth bacon. Agave and cane spirits anchor the cocktail list, led by the signature Guava Margarita alongside refreshing low-ABV spritzes.

Know Before You Go Reservations are strongly recommended for prime sunset time slots and Friday evening drinks, though early weekday walk-ins can regularly grab bar stools. The rooftop operates as an all-season venue with fire pits and overhead heaters during chillier months, and dinner service runs until 10:00 p.m. before shifting into late-night bar service. Take the 501 Queen streetcar directly to Beaconsfield Avenue to avoid tricky neighbourhood street parking.