Diners' Choice: Great for live music restaurants in Simcoe County

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Updated December 05, 2024

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PICNIC

4.9

4.9 (329)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Orillia

About the restaurant

In the heart of downtown Orillia. Part old-world tapas bar, part old-town grocer and deliciously fun.

Chef Joel's cuisine is inspired by the tapas bars of the Basque country (Southern France & Northern Spain) with a focus on seafood, preserved meats and raw foods. Join us for lunch, dinner or snacks & drinks 7 days a week.

Shop the provisions shop for ‘pic up & go’ snacks. You’ll also find steaks from The Common Stove and a curated selection of over over 75 wines and beers in our bottleshop.

Tapas & Wine Bar
Fresh Bread & Bottleshop
Live Music & Oysters
Patio Seating & Provisions Shop
Groceries & Gifts
Wine Club & Scotch Socials

PICNIC: a deliciously good time!

Top review

kathy

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

Yummy tapas, better than some I’ve had in Spain, and nice casual ambiance. Recommended

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Couchiching Craft Brewing Co.

4.8

4.8 (44)

CAN$30 and under

Brewery

Orillia

About the restaurant

Our Taproom offers a full dine-in and bar experience with full views of our brite-tank room, as well as a full service patio. Offering delectable bites from our Red Seal Chef, Brandon, who utilizes local and fresh ingredients. Find the perfect pairing with our selection of beer, wine, and cocktails today!

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Paul

Dined 5 days ago

Perfect environment for a night out with friends. Great live music, excellent food, fantastic service.

The KTCHN

4.8

4.8 (1093)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Orillia

About the restaurant

Situated within the clubhouse at Braestone Club, The Ktchn features menus as lively as the views of the valley that extend beyond its bar and dining room. Inspired by the remarkable location, but open to creative interpretations and flavours, The Ktchn’s well-crafted cuisine is characterized by an eclectic perspective expressed through diverse dishes and fare. The maturing beverage program features a curated list of small-production wine and beer, and an assortment of thoughtfully crafted cocktails, unique gins and bubbly from Ontario and beyond. With engaging guest experiences like the 45oz Tomahawk, and playful dessert options. The Ktchn provides a place to create memories.

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Debbie

Dined 7 days ago

My friends and I had a wonderful lunch. Seated next to the stunning xmas tree was the icing on the cake. The food and service was outstanding and the staff were extremely friendly and engaging. A beautiful atmosphere!

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Experience

Sunday Prime Rib Dinner

Experience

Wed Well KTCHN Tasting

Dirty Oar Public House

4.7

4.7 (129)

CAN$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Innisfil

About the restaurant

Offering casual dining, tasty cocktails and gorgeous views of the Marina. Come enjoy our comfortable, family friendly space where you can enjoy a great meal while watching the game.

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Lorne

Dined 4 days ago

For first time since moving to Friday Harbour. The waitresses were outgoing with great service. The coconut mussels were like so good! Pizza was more topping than dough which we really enjoyed as the crust was super thin. The only negative was the pitta and pizza crust was a little burnt! Ugh!

The Hog & Penny

4.7

4.7 (98)

CAN$30 and under

Pub

Orillia

About the restaurant

Orillia's Pub! An authentic British pub in the heart of downtown Orillia.

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MarkVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We enjoyed another wonderful evening at the Hog & Penny. We drank cold beers, and ate delicious food! Another terrific experience!

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4.6

4.6 (418)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Midland

About the restaurant

Savor the Waterfront at Georgian Bay

Experience exceptional dining and breathtaking views at Boathouse Eatery. Under Ecuadorian Chef Carlos Vega, our restaurant offers the most spectacular waterfront setting at Midland's Town Docks, near the historic pier.

From our premium patio, savor award-winning cuisine while enjoying Georgian Bay views. Our signature dish, the Seafood Duo, features Chef Vega's masterful encocado - a traditional Ecuadorian coconut-based seafood stew blending South American flavors with Ontario's finest catches. As an OpenTable Diners' Choice winner, we pride ourselves on excellence.

Delight in live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights. Our team ensures each visit exceeds expectations, serving creative dishes prepared with passion.

Join us where great food, stunning views, and warm hospitality meet. From romantic dinners to family gatherings, we make every visit special.

Your waterfront table awaits at Midland's most celebrated dining destination.

Top review

Gord

Dined 7 days ago

Food was good but overpriced for what it was. Service was good. We had a good waiter and food was hot on arrival

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Popular dish

HAWAIIAN BURGER

The Lake Club - Friday Harbour Resort

4.6

4.6 (251)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Global, International

Barrie

About the restaurant

The Lake Club is an exclusive retreat at Friday Harbour. The Lake Club offers guests an unsurpassed experience of lifestyle, design, and hospitality. This modern, energizing space overlooking the Marina is the height of lifestyle where guests can enjoy lively and uplifting experiences. We are delighted to present curated contemporary guest favorites in our dining room, or patio. Welcome to your Lake Club.

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Shirley

Dined 2 days ago

Really enjoyed our Christmas meal at The Lake Clubw

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Experience

Le Bon Brunch

Rawley Resort

4.5

4.5 (334)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Midland

About the restaurant

We are currently requiring reservations for dining in our Lighthouse45 Restaurant.
Menus are subject to change. Feature Menus may be offered in addition to regular menus.
Rawley Resort's, Lighthouse45 Restaurant, is a delight for the eyes and the palate – hidden among a natural waterside landscape it exudes culinary excellence. Our Executive Chef artfully blends savory tastes with innovative touches. Considered a must-see setting in Georgian Bay, don’t miss our picturesque vantage point on the water.
Our full-service bar features an unmatched collection of cocktails, wines, aperitifs, premium liquors & craft beers. For a more casual atmosphere, our Waterside Patio combines outdoor comfort with a sense of rustic elegance.
If your party is 8 guests or more please contact us at 705-538-2272 to make a reservation. Visit rawleyresort.com/dining for details on Group Bookings.
Rawley Resort, Spa & Marina is recognized as 1 of 2 Ontario resorts in the Top 25 Best Resorts of Canada in 2024.

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Amanda

Dined 7 days ago

Our waitress was amazing. She was fun efficient. And very attentive food was absolutely phenomenal. The prime rib 10 and 10.

Simcoe Yard House - Casino Rama Resort

4.3

4.3 (379)

CAN$30 and under

Sports Bar

Orillia

About the restaurant

Hours of operation:

11:30am-11pm Sunday to Thursday

11:30am- 1am Friday & Saturday

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Lisa

Dined 2 days ago

The food was delicious with good portions , definitely worth going

Match Eatery & Public House - Wasaga Beach

4.3

4.3 (505)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

Wasaga Beach

About the restaurant

MATCH Eatery & Public House has combined the welcoming and social traditions of a neighbourhood pub with the high-energy of a lively sports bar. The big game, the family celebrations, or social gatherings with friends... our casual and upbeat atmosphere is ideal for any occasion. Whatever your great night out looks like, we'll match it with our creative comfort food, cold libations and exciting entertainment.

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Elizabeth

Dined 1 day ago

We had a great Christmas Eve dinner with a wonderful server - she was the best! Chris the manager visited often. We played shuffleboard after a little gambling - it needs to be leveled and quite chilly in that part due to all the windows!

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