A Fine Patio

 

It was early morning in San Migel De Allende and this restaurant was not yet open but the door was open so I peeked in and found this beautiful patio with a green wall and colourful lanterns hanging down.

A Hideaway

This was taken early on a Sunday morning when no one was around but it is usually a lively patio found hidden in a courtyard of old converted factory buildings. The old buildings now house offices and studios. The low building is an Italian restaurant now.

A Laneway Discovery

Behind the small shops that run along Bloor St W like in yesterday's post there is usually a laneway that provides access to the service areas of the stores. Usually they are full of garbage bins etc. But behind the restaurant (Bar Neon) that was at the right in yesterday's post I happened upon this funky little sitting area and the takeout window to the place. During Covid lockdowns restaurants were trying to squeeze in outdoor space where ever they could. This one actually looks across the lane to a kid's playground so not a bad place to sit at all.

More Patios

Our restaurants are to open for indoor dining tomorrow but most of them will keep their enlarged patios open all summer. This place already had a large patio beside the building but has also expanded onto the road for extra income. They won't be open for full capacity inside so every bit helps. Notice the remains of a Coca Cola ghost sign.

Finally Patio Season

After a cool and rainy spring it is finally patio season here. This is Il Gatto Nero which is located in Little Italy right across the road from yesterday's mural. It has been in business since 1960 and I can't believe that I have never eaten there! I must visit!

Dancer?

I took this pic on College St a few weeks ago when we were still having warm weather. I think the figure on this utility box looks like someone getting ready for a ballet class but I could be wrong.
Taking part in Monday Murals. Click HERE to see more murals from around the world.

South Facing Patio

This is the patio coming out from the food court at the Humber River Hospital. Since it faces south into the sun even on a winter day that wasn't too cold it would be a nice place to sit out. The hospital has only been open for just over a year so the trees and plants will provide a lot of shade as they grow larger.