Patio Season in New West: Best Spots to Eat, Sip & Stay Awhile

📌 Clipcast-Optimized Episode Description Episode Title: Patio Season in New West: Best Spots to Eat, Sip & Stay Awhile In this sunny and feel-good episode of New West Podcast, host Carla McNeil celebrates the return of patio season in New Westminster. From waterfront dining and rooftop cocktails to casual neighbourhood patios and riverside strolls, this episode highlights some of the best local spots to enjoy the warmer weather as New West begins shifting into summer mode. Carla also shares practical summer tips for staying cool while exploring the city — including waterfront walks, shaded parks, hydration reminders, and the best places to slow down and enjoy the season comfortably. Blending local restaurants, scenic outdoor spaces, and warm seasonal storytelling, this episode captures the relaxed energy that makes summer in New Westminster feel so special. Perfect for food lovers, patio hoppers, date-night planners, and anyone ready to enjoy longer evenings, cold drinks, and golden-hour views around the city. ☀️ Featured Patio & Summer Spots The Boathouse Restaurant 900 Quayside Drive New Westminster, BC Waterfront dining with Fraser River views, seafood, cocktails, and one of the city’s most scenic patios. Longtail Kitchen 810 Quayside Drive #101, New Westminster, BC Casual riverside patio serving Thai-inspired dishes and refreshing summer drinks. Piva Modern Italian 787 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC Elegant downtown patio perfect for relaxed dinners, cocktails, and warm summer evenings. Kelly O'Bryan's 800 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC Casual social patio ideal for after-work drinks, pub classics, and weekend gatherings. The Notorious Grey Fox Taps & Patio 319 Governors Court #101, New Westminster, BC Match Eatery & Public House 350 Gifford Street, New Westminster, BC The Hide Out Cafe 716 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, BC Bruncheria 502 E Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC 🌿 Cooling Off in New West Westminster Pier Park 1 6th St, New Westminster, BC River breezes, shaded seating, and scenic boardwalk views perfect for cooling down on warmer days. Queen's Park Third Ave, New Westminster, BC Large mature trees, shaded walking paths, and open green space offering a cool retreat during summer afternoons.