OpenTable Reports 24% Surge in Outdoor Dining and 39% Rise in Dog-Friendly Venues
OpenTable released its 2026 Top 100 Canadian outdoor dining list after analyzing 1 million reviews and reservation metrics, revealing a 24% year-over-year surge in outdoor dining and a 39% rise in dog-friendly venues. Outdoor diners now average 127 minutes per seating—20% longer than indoors—and 74% plan monthly patio visits.
1. OpenTable Launches 2026 Outdoor Dining Rankings
OpenTable has published its annual Top 100 Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Canada for 2026, drawing on analysis of over 1 million diner reviews and reservation metrics from March 2025 through February 2026 to identify standout patio venues.
2. Significant Growth in Outdoor Dining Metrics
Outdoor dining volume rose 24% year-over-year, with diners spending an average of 127 minutes per outdoor visit—20% longer than indoor seating—and 74% of Canadians committing to at least one monthly patio booking.
3. Expansion of Dog-Friendly Dining Options
The count of dog-friendly restaurants on the platform jumped 39% year-over-year, and customer visits to pet-welcoming patios increased by 34%, underscoring growing demand for venues that accommodate furry companions.
4. Regional Breakdown of Top Patio Spots
The Top 100 list features 45 restaurants in Ontario, 21 in British Columbia, 18 in Alberta, and 10 in Quebec, with the remainder spread across Atlantic Canada, Manitoba and Saskatchewan, highlighting geographic dining preferences.