Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Simcoe County

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Fishbone Kitchen + Wine Bar

5.0

5 (1309)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Mediterranean

Barrie

About the restaurant

Fishbone offers upscale dining with vibrant Mediterranean flavours to bring you an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for date night or any celebration, come enjoy our delicious cocktails, fresh seafood and beautiful views overlooking the Friday Harbour Marina.

Online bookings are only available up to 6 guests. For larger reservations, please contact the restaurant for availability.

Top review

Rohan

Dined 1 day ago

Went here for my wedding anniversary , superb service and amazing seafood!

The Tremont Cafe

4.9

4.9 (160)

CAN$51 and over

Mediterranean

Collingwood

About the restaurant

Now located in the Dorchester Hotel. Serving dinner every evening except Tuesday.

The Tremont Cafe is a dining destination located in the heart of Collingwood serving a Mediterranean influenced menu. It is a place where people who share a love of authentic food, complex wine, and a proper drink will feel appreciated and comfortable - where guests are greeted with open arms and treated like family.

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cynthia

Dined 2 days ago

Always a great experience at Tremont. Service is excellent and the beef tartare is amazing.

The Common Stove

4.9

4.9 (1688)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steak

Orillia

About the restaurant

FIRE, SMOKE AND GOOD FOLK
Built around a wood-fired grill cooking local meats and vegetables, with a farm-to-table focus on local growers. The Common Stove is a place to gather for good spirits, community & conviviality.

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Sue

Dined 1 day ago

It was our 39 th wedding anniversary And we really enjoyed our dinner at the Common Stove Its our 2 nd time dining there and we will be back Food and service are top notch

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Popular dish

British Sunday Roast

Popular dish

Sticky Toffee Pudding (for 2)

Popular dish

Halibut

The KTCHN

4.8

4.8 (1166)

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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Kirsten

Dined 2 days ago

Entire menu looked delicious. Great flavours and simple ingredients, presentation was fantastic. Nice place for a special meal out!

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Experience

Sunday Prime Rib Dinner

The Lake Club - Friday Harbour Resort

4.8

4.8 (279)

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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Ravinder

Dined on Mar 15, 2025

Our server Natalie was amazing, she kind and even congratulated us on our 19th year anniversary! Overall everything was great highly recommended .

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Experience

Le Bon Brunch

Brewery Bay Food Co.

4.7

4.7 (73)

CAN$30 and under

Pub

Orillia

About the restaurant

Over 30 years of serving Orillia - now in a new location!

The new pub (just a few meters away from the original location) is classic, yet modern with sporty, 90's inspired flair. Offering delectable bites from our Red Seal Chef, Nick, who utilizes local and fresh ingredients. Find the perfect pairing with our selection of beer, wine, and cocktails today!

Proudly pouring a dozen taps of Couchiching Craft Brewing Co. beer!

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Marni

Dined 1 day ago

Fish and chips were delicious, unfortunately we got the tailends of the batch of fries. (The bill was compensated appropriately after our mention of the issue) Beef dip and grilled cheese were delicious. Atmosphere was great. Comfortable chairs and benches. Lots of customers and very busy for a Saturday afternoon. Our server was exceptional. Friendly, engaging and accountable when the food didn't meet our expectations. A great place to meet up with friends or family.

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Experience

Big Dumb Face Trivia Night

Experience

2000s Pop & Club Hits Trivia Night

Dirty Oar Public House

4.7

4.7 (166)

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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Lisa

Dined 4 days ago

Love this place, the vibe, the people, the food, energy 😄

Bent Taco

4.5

4.5 (265)

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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Michael

Dined on Mar 29, 2025

great food, great 90's atmosphere. fun bathrooms! Holiday rrooooaaaaaddddddd

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Popular dish

Bent Fried Cauliflower Taco Kit

Popular dish

Baja Cauliflower

Match Eatery & Public House - Casino Rama Resort

4.1

4.1 (33)

CAN$30 and under

American

Orillia

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. Our family-friendly entrance is accessible via the rotunda.

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Carollynn

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent evening with great service great food and ambience

Red Lobster - Barrie

3.6

3.6 (70)

CAN$30 and under

Seafood

Barrie

About the restaurant

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration.
Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favourites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild-caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo.
Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maritime Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Shrimp Caesars and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today.
Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options available. For parties of 11+, please call the restaurant.

Top review

Vanessa

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Another great experience at red lobster amazing customer service kind staff excellent food and great atmosphere

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