Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Simcoe County

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

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State & Main - Barrie

4.8

4.8 (286)

CAN$30 and under

American

Barrie

About the restaurant

Welcome to State & Main Barrie, your neighbourhood restaurant for elevated comfort food and hand-crafted cocktails. Conveniently located just off Highway 400, we're the perfect stop whether you're on your way to cottage country or exploring downtown Barrie. Surrounded by great amenities and shopping, State & Main brings a vibrant atmosphere to your community. Our diverse menu features everything from steaks and gourmet burgers to refreshing craft beers and signature cocktails. Whether you're a Georgian College student looking for a quick bite during our twice-daily happy hour, or you're enjoying a date night before heading to the Cineplex Theatre nearby, we have something for everyone. With stellar shareables, mouthwatering entrées, and an inviting dog-friendly patio, State & Main Barrie is your go-to spot for comfort, connection, and an elevated dining experience. Come visit us today to see why we're the ultimate destination for quality food, great service, and memorable moments in Barrie.

Top review

Stephanie

Dined 4 days ago

Always a great place to get together with friends. Lively atmosphere, amazing food selection and wonderful staff!

Oak Bay Golf Club

4.8

4.8 (268)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

International

Port Severn

About the restaurant

With its contemporary appeal and design, the 10,000–square foot clubhouse at Oak Bay is the ideal setting for your next golf tournament, a family function, or a wedding for up to 90 people. While the clubhouse is licensed for 180, a smaller, intimate wedding with the club’s stunning setting is ideal.

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Barbara

Dined on Oct 23, 2024

The experience was amazing! The food was excellent! Staff were great!

Fabbrica At Thornbury

4.8

4.8 (1137)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Thornbury

About the restaurant

Chef Mark McEwan brings his rustic Italian cuisine to Thornbury. Using traditional techniques, heritage flours and the highest quality produce available, the Fabbrica culinary team lets ingredients shine. From handmade pastas and seasonal salads to wood-fired pizza and regional antipasti, there is something for every taste. We look forward to seeing you.

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Deborah

Dined 5 days ago

Fabbrica - the food is amazing! A must go to!! So glad to be back in Thornbury

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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Cathie

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent seasonal special night out. Quality menu and ambiance/decor. The Pan Seared Scallops were perfection and the Prime Rib a good portion and medium rare. Enjoyed the “Harvest” seasonal gin cocktail and the Pistachio Cheesecake was neither too sweet nor heavy.

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Experience

Sunday Prime Rib Dinner

Experience

Wed Well KTCHN Tasting

Moxies - Barrie

4.7

4.7 (242)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

Barrie

About the restaurant

Moxie's restaurant is a contemporary casual restaurant offering a globally inspired menu and hand crafted cocktails in a vibrant and interactive atmosphere. Moxie's has over 50 locations across Canada and 6 US locations in Dallas, Houston, and Miami.

Moxie's is located at Georgian Mall, just minutes up Bayfield Street from Hwy 400. Our Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson has created a menu offering a wide-array of steaks, burgers, pastas and seafood! No matter the occasion, whether it's a business luncheon, a dinner date, or late night drinks with friends, Moxie's offers something for everyone.

Moxie's features daily drink specials and a relaxing patio. We offer a delectable blend of unique cocktails, flavourful wines and a variety of beers to choose from. Next time you’re in the neighbourhood, be sure to pop in!

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ColleenVIP

Dined on Nov 29, 2024

As always another great day at Moxies. Had my favourite meal chicken Madeira rigatoni.

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Experience

New Year's Eve!

THE BOATHOUSE EATERY

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.

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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

Bent Taco

4.6

4.6 (248)

CAN$30 and under

Mexican

Collingwood

About the restaurant

Fresh flavours dominate the experience at Bent Taco. This relaxed eatery specializes in inauthentic Mexican cuisine, served in an eclectic space—complete with an outdoor patio. Choose from a menu packed with tacos, burritos, tortas and ceviche. Spoil yourself with some of the restaurant's amazing nachos, elevated with guajillo, or enjoy a delicious Baja fish tacos, tossed with pickled cabbage and apple. Bent Taco also serves a short-but-appealing list of vegan/vegetarian-friendly fare. The restaurant's intimate space and friendly ambiance provide a nice tonic for a fun romantic date or casual dining with friends. Ice cream sandwiches provide the perfect cap to any meal. Bent Taco is open most days, except Monday and Sunday.

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ramonaVIP

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

Fantastic drinks, food, service and ambience! Loved the entire evening. Served so helpful and patient. Beautiful spot and top quality food! Can’t wait to come back!

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Popular dish

Bent Fried Cauliflower Taco Kit

Popular dish

Baja Cauliflower

The Falls Inn Walters Falls

4.6

4.6 (403)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Blue Mountain

About the restaurant

Enjoy an exclusive view of Walter's Falls! Wednesday $5 off (wingsday)' pub specials and Friday Fish and Chip specials. The Falls Inn offers a number of dining options suitable for a range of getaways or outings. Let Chef April and her team prepare a treat for you! Send questions to info@thefallsinn.com

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Jorge

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

The dishes were absolutely delightful and the service friendly and helpful

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Experience

New Years Afternoon Tea

Beertown Public House - Barrie

4.4

4.4 (811)

CAN$30 and under

Comfort Food

Barrie

About the restaurant

Beertown Public House is the destination for the instinctively curious. We fuel your fascination for all things purposefully crafted, whether that's beer, cuisine or design. Our Guests know that life is too short for the ordinary. With 40 beers on tap and over 60 in bottles, there is a beer for everyone. Our Chefs have taken as much time as the brewers to craft everything that goes onto each plate.

If your desired reservation time is unavailable, call us directly at 705-999-0212. Please understand we are leaving some space available for walk-in Guests. Please stop by if you’re in the area.

Our team looks forward to serving you!

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Sue

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food. A great variety of different types of beers.

Summitview Family Barbeque

4.4

4.4 (509)

CAN$51 and over

American

Blue Mountain

About the restaurant

Blue Mountain takes "dinner with a view" to the next level with Summitview, a mountaintop dining experience at the top of the mountain. The à la carte lunch menu includes an elevated take on your favourites from the grill including brisket, porchetta, and a delicious selection of fresh salads.

Dinner at Summitview truly brings everyone together with family-style BBQ including homestyle appetizers, off-the-grill entrées, and summer-inspired desserts. Share a meal and the views with a dinner that includes a ride up the Open-Air Gondola!* Proof of reservation required.

*Dinner reservation confirmation must be presented at the host desk, located at the base of the Open-Air Gondola, for complimentary gondola access from 4:30PM onwards. Guests without a reservation must present a valid Play All Day, Explore All Day, or Season Pass to access Summitview via the Open-Air Gondola.

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Meghan

Dined on Aug 26, 2024

We had an amazing time! The food and service was outstanding. We had Michele as our server and she was so kind. All the staff we talked to throughout our dinner was great as well. The view was stunning! Thank you to all the amazing and hardworking staff who made are experience unforgettable!

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