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It’s a T-shirt-warm evening and you’re hanging with friends on the chatty patio of your favourite Richmond restaurant. A golden sunset is unfurling across the sky, the table is filled with delicious dishes and chilled libations and a deep reverie of relaxation is reminding you that you really need to do this more often.
Not sure where to go next? Read on for some drink and dine patio hotspots to discover in Richmond––complete with our tasty menu suggestions. Then gather your group and head on over while the sun is still shining.
Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant
140-3866 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC
This Steveston Village favourite fuses top-notch seafood with a classy but casual ambiance––plus tables offering great views of the boats bobbing in Fisherman’s Wharf. You’ll find plenty of perfectly prepared ocean treats to dive into, from fresh local oysters to pan-roasted sea bass and from seared sockeye salmon to shareable seafood platters. B.C. wines are also well represented; ask your server for pairing recommendations.
Must try: The ‘canoe size’ chilled seafood platter, with crab, mussels, salmon, oysters and more. Pair it with a Wild Goose Pinot Gris.
Britannia Brewing
250-12240 Second Avenue, Richmond, BC
It’s hard to beat a parasol-shaded patio table at this friendly village taphouse. Menu-wise, you’ll find seafood-packed spaghettini, sake-infused sablefish and a top-notch gourmet burger––plus a brunch offering that’s one of the city’s best. On warm days, you’ll also typically find a happy dog or two basking in the sun alongside their owners. When it comes to beer, browse the impressive list of Britannia’s own-made brews, then savour some 6-ounce sampler glasses to find your favourite.
Must try: Beer-battered wild rockfish with shoestring fries and a Riptide IPA.
Catch Kitchen + Bar
200-3866 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC
With its mesmerizing panoramic views over the shoreline and the bobbling boats of Fisherman’s Wharf, this lofty, second-floor village hot spot serves-up some of the best sunset vistas in Richmond. Shift your gaze to the menu, though, and you’ll also find a tempting array of top-notch burgers, steaks and pasta dishes to choose from alongside delicious seafood mains such as halibut chimichurri and miso-glazed black cod.
Must try: Add a bottle of Sandhill Viognier from B.C. to your shareable crab cakes starter.
Cannery Cafe
3711 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC
Aim for a table on the expansive wooden deck fronting this rustic, bistro-style Steveston restaurant. A great way to fuel-up for a day out in the village, brunch is a huge hook here––and there are lots of tempting options. You’ll find several waffle and eggs benedict varieties to choose from, with toppings including salmon, pulled pork, smoked beef and more.
Must try: On cooler days, order the house-made Granny’s Chowder, a sourdough bread bowl brimming with chunky seafood broth.
Country Vines Winery
13060 Steveston Highway, Richmond, BC
This hidden gem flower-framed patio adjoins a charming winery tasting room––and it’s a great place for a laid-back gathering. Start inside by sampling some Country Vines tipples, then snag an alfresco table for some extended imbibing and shareable snacks. On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (plus holiday Mondays) from now until the end of October, you’ll also find live music here.
Must try: The winery’s fruity Contact Pinot Gris is a perfect summertime sipper.
Flying Beaver Bar & Grill
4760 Inglis Drive, Richmond, BC
A sunset-hugging hangout overlooking the Middle Arm of the Fraser River, this wood-floored charmer is one of Richmond’s best pub-style restaurants. Tables on the deck are always popular but many of the indoor seats also provide tranquil waterfront views. Menu-wise, you’ll find lots of hearty pub grub classics here, from burgers to pizzas to top-selling fish and chips.
Must try: We love their weekly Taco Tuesday, with six different varieties to choose from (blackened cod recommended).
Fuggles Beer Tasting Room
103-11220 Horseshoe Way, Richmond, BC
It’s a little off-the-beaten-path but craft beer fans love hitting the covered deck at this celebrated microbrewery tasting room. Chatty and ever-friendly, it’s the kind of place you easily find yourself staying far longer than you had planned. Start with a tasting flight to discover your favourite Fuggles libation (be sure to include their seasonal specials), then add a grilled baguette sandwich to keep you sated for the next round or two.
Must try: Mac & Cheese bites that serve as the perfect accompaniment to beer.
G-Men at Steveston
3711 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC
A few steps from Fisherman’s Wharf, snag one of the woodsy, vine-fringed booths outside this welcoming ramen noodle joint. It’s hard to beat the vibe here on a lazy sunny evening with the ocean breeze scenting the air and a full selection of Japanese izakaya-style dishes to dive into––consider shareable small plates such as gyoza, potato croquettes and takoyaki (aka deep-fried octopus).
Must try: Deep-fried chicken karaage and an ice-cold Japanese or B.C. beer.
GoodCo Steveston
4020 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC
Hugging an extended section of Steveston’s riverfront promenade, GoodCo’s planter-lined patio is one of the liveliest spots in the village on laid-back sunny evenings. Join the loquacious hubbub and dive into an enticing menu of elevated pub dishes ranging from maple bacon poutine to roasted mushroom ravioli. There’s also a great array of BC craft beers to wet your whistle here.
Must Try: Totally Loaded Tater Tots and a refreshing Good Co. Lager.
KOVE KITCHEN
140-3900 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC
This hidden gem Steveston patio is popular with in-the-know diners who love its peaceful shoreline location. Specializing in gourmet-level comfort food, you’ll find an intriguing fusion of Pacific Northwest and international influences on the menu––with everything from Korean short ribs to Ukrainian cabbage rolls and from West Coast wild salmon to a dozen inventive burger varieties.
Must try: The fig and brie AAA beef burger is deliciously decadent.
LAKESIDE GRILL
5460 No. 7 Road, Richmond, BC
The culinary centrepiece of the verdant Mayfair Lakes Golf and Country Club, the parasol tables on the patio here are equally popular with après-golfers and dining-only visitors. You’ll find everything from pork schnitzel to New York steaks to chicken quesadilla on the menu, plus an excellent B.C.-forward wine list. Note: there are also daily happy hour deals here from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.
Must try: Add a flight of three local wines to your grilled lamb chops dinner.
LAVASH SEASIDE GRILL
108-3800 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC
A family-owned favourite located on the boardwalk at Fisherman’s Wharf, aim for a boat-view alfresco table here and dive into a menu that encompasses dishes from the Mediterranean, Middle East, Pacific Northwest and beyond. Give yourself plenty of time to peruse the extensive menu, which includes saffron prawn biryani, grilled eggplant mirza, salmon fish and chips and much more.
Must try: Go the Persian route with a delicious slow-cooked beef brisket bowl.
Pajo’s
12351 Third Avenue, Richmond, BC
Amble down the Fisherman’s Wharf ramp and place your order at this iconic floating fish and chips purveyor––which serves perhaps B.C.’s best golden-fried seafood treats. Then, snag a table near the serving hatch or return to the Wharf where picnic tables await. Operating for almost 40 years, this family-run spot has mastered fish and chips (in cod, halibut, snapper or salmon versions), but they also offer everything from tacos to burgers to delicious house-made chowder.
Must try: Battered wild salmon and fries (including secret-recipe tartar sauce) plus Fentimans ginger beer.
Shady Island Seafood Bar & Grill
112-3800 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC
Hugging the heart of the Fisherman’s Wharf boardwalk, the outdoor seating at this warm and friendly Steveston stalwart is often the liveliest spot in the village on laid-back sunny evenings. Join the chatty hubbub and dive into an enticing menu that offers everything from fish and chips to fresh oysters and from hearty pasta dishes to an array of authentic Thai options. Also consider the Monday to Friday 2pm to 5pm Happy Hour, complete with copious drink and dine specials.
Must try: We love the spicy, cashew-topped prawn pad Thai goong here.
Last Updated on August 19, 2025 by Tourism Richmond