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

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2025

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Rawley Resort

4.8

4.8 (363)

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.

Top review

Julie and AdrianVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious dinner! Samantha was our server and she did a fabulous job! We enjoyed chatting with her and she was very attentive throughout the evening. Great venue despite the pouring rain! Next time we hope to enjoy their lovely patio by the water. The interior dining room is lovely! All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed the Rowley Resort restaurant.

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Experience

Rawley High Tea

Experience

Rawley Comedy Show Dinner

Oak Bay Golf Club

4.8

4.8 (286)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

International

Port Severn

About the restaurant

Providing exquisite Italian cuisine cooked under the watchful eye of Chef Luigi, Oak Bay’s incredible 10,000-square foot clubhouse is a setting that’s perfect for intimate gatherings, post-round meals, or even family celebrations and weddings. Regardless of the event, Oak Bay has you covered. With gorgeous panoramic views out to Georgian Bay, patrons can dine inside in air-conditioned comfort or al fresco on the wrap-around deck.

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MargaretVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Nice view, atmosphere. Portions are perfect.Regardless of what you order the quality is consistent. Highly recommend the Muskoka Board and the Veal Marsala

The KTCHN

4.8

4.8 (1198)

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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Wendy

Dined 1 day ago

Once again an outstanding meal and great service from Myles!

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Experience

Sunday Prime Rib Dinner

Fabbrica At Thornbury

4.7

4.7 (1195)

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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Neil

Dined 5 days ago

The food and service was excellent. We always have a meal at Fabbrica when we visit Thornbury. Highly recommended!

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Beertown Public House - Barrie

4.7

4.7 (854)

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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KostaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Really great place to eat and drink excellent beer! The food is amazing, sweet potato fries very recommended. So many varieties of tap beer. Service was great! They have even pads for dogs in the patio.. Definitely best place in the area.

Walker House

4.6

4.6 (1073)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

Port Elgin

About the restaurant

Bruce County’s casual dining and special events destination. Perfect for any occasion!

Our mission is to bring our community together and deliver memorable experiences, as we have done for over 100 years! We serve delicious food in a warm atmosphere with a team that treats you like family.

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Valerie

Dined 3 days ago

As usual, great and friendly service and great dining experience.

Bent Taco

4.5

4.5 (273)

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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DeborahVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Such a cute place and food was delicious! We really enjoyed chicken tinga tacos and surprisingly, the Cubano sandwich was amaing!

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Popular dish

Bent Fried Cauliflower Taco Kit

Popular dish

Baja Cauliflower

The Falls Inn Walters Falls

4.5

4.5 (422)

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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Peter

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Great place to dine , food is very good , the server was excellent

THE BOATHOUSE EATERY

4.4

4.4 (441)

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

Allen

Dined 4 days ago

Very good service, food and pricing. Live music was excellent.

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Experience

Happy Hour Specials

The Beach Club - Friday Harbour Resort

4.4

4.4 (707)

CAN$30 and under

Mediterranean

Barrie

About the restaurant

With stunning patio and waterfront views, Beach Club Restaurant will instantly transport you to vacation mode. Savour exquisite fish and seafood dishes with Mediterranean flair. Take in the best-tasting ingredients of every season and pair it with the perfect hand-crafted beverage.

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Mariam

Dined 7 days ago

It’s a beautiful place with a beautiful view and very nice food.

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