Why do you Vancouver restaurants have patio heaters on in the middle of summer?

Question

It's like 25C all day and you go to a resturaunt or bar to cool off and have a drink and the next thing you feel is this blast of heat from above. For those that don't like a nice cool breeze on your hot skin in the evening on a patio, bring a sweater or stay inside. It's summer!

Does anyone else hate propane heaters on patios? It ruins my meal.

Answer 1

they use the heaters at night usually, if it's during the day (especially now) people must be on crack

Answer 2

I am not sure but I belive the heaters are there because so many times Vancouver is rainy. Also, mosquitos and other bugs don't like the heat.

Answer 3

Vancouver is by the ocean, so there is a definite breeze in the evening.  When the sun is up there is no need for the heaters, but they can be nice during the evening (even in summer).  I was on a rooftop patio in Victoria BC last night, and it was very nice to have the heaters!  However, the restaurant needs to have a policy on turning them on or off, and have seating to accomodate people of all temperatures!

Answer 4

well.. you could always ask one of the waiters to turn the heater off....