Amazing
RESTAURANTS Dining Out in Southern Georgian Bay WINTER/SPRING 2020
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Amazing
RESTAURANTS Dining Out in Southern Georgian Bay
We live in a food paradise! Beyond the wonderful food we grow locally in Southern Georgian Bay, the last 10 years have seen the emergence of dozens of fine quality restaurants throughout our region. Whatever your taste buds crave, there is an excellent restaurant that meets your bill of fare. And wherever you live in Southern Georgian Bay, be it Thornbury, The Blue Mountains or Collingwood, your favourite restaurant is just minutes away. In this, our tenth edition of Amazing Restaurants, we feature 16 restaurants that we call Amazing. Beyond the featured restaurants found throughout the guide, readers can find a comprehensive list of all locally owned nonchain restaurants toward the back of the guide.
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Maps Restaurant Listing Downtown Collingwood FEATURED RESTAURANTS Copper Blues Bar & Grill Azzurra Trattoria Bruce Wine Bar & Kitchen Cabin Bistro Crow Bar & Variety Pebbles Family Restaurant The Curly Willow The Dam Pub Gastropub The Dornoch Tap & Grill The Grey The Huron Club The Iron Skillet The Pottery Casual Dining Lakeside Seafood & Grill / Memories Restaurant & Bar Gustav Chophouse & Bar
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zzurra maintains a casual, up market atmosphere perfect for a relaxed lunch, spontaneous night out or celebration with friends & family. It’s like enjoying a dinner party at a friend’s home - great food, wine and warm, friendly hospitality. With daily changing features, $1 corkage on Tuesdays and half price bottles of wine on Sundays, there is something for everyone. Ask about the Pranzo menus, served Italian family-style for groups of 6 to 60.
100 Pine St., Collingwood (705) 445-7771 www.azzurra.ca
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ruce Wine Bar & Kitchen is tucked in behind the TD Bank in Thornbury. Bruce boasts a Wine Spectator, award-winning wine list, as well as FeastOn & Ocean Wise designations for a focus on sustainable, quality food created in-house from scratch. A full service restaurant with seasonal menus and the best Neapolitan style, wood oven pizza north of the GTA. It is not to be missed! Let us cater your next event. Our place or yours! Feed your curiosity!
8 Bruce St. S., Thornbury In the alley behind the TD Bank
(519) 599-1112 brucewinebar.ca
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abin Bistro’s warm & rustic ambiance, coupled with attentive service, infuses traditional style with fine dining elegance. Chef & Owner, Justin Miller, creates each menu featuring seasonal farmhouse fare full of robust flavours. Sustainable in practice, ingredients are sourced from local & regional farmers, even from Justin’s own backyard garden. Private event catering offered. Brunch: Tuesday -Saturday 10AM4PM, Dinner: Thursday-Saturday 5PM-9PM.
209 Hurontario St., Collingwood (705) 444-2299 cabinbistrocollingwood.com
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OOD. BOOZE. MUSIC. Crow. Bar & Variety is first and foremost a restaurant serving dinner from an ever-evolving menu with a focus on seasonal, local and sustainable products. We are committed to delicious food and drink, welcoming hospitality and original live music. Welcome to Collingwood’s new casual dining experience. Let us cater your next event. Our place or yours. Dinner served nightly beginning at 5PM Tuesday-Saturday. Feed Your Curiosity!
18 Huron St., Collingwood (705) 445-0509 crowvariety.ca
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ome enjoy a homestyle buffet with mouthwatering selections including our famous broasted chicken and mashed potatoes, cooked-to-order meats from the grill, veggies and fresh salad bar. Finish with delectable slices of our homemade pies and desserts, soft ice cream and much more! Pick up a whole pie or butter tarts to go and don’t forget to sample our fudge! We’ve expanded and have plenty of room for your whole family. You’ll feel right at home at Pebbles!
313010 Highway 6, Durham (519) 369-9982 pebblesrestaurant.ca
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njoy a fabulous lunch or dinner prepared with fresh local ingredients in a quaint and relaxing atmosphere. Attention to detail in both our food preparation and service, make our Eatery a top local Lunch and Dinner destination. Our restaurant is available for private events: business lunches, dinners, cocktail receptions, and more. Chef owned and operated by husband and wife team, Linda and Mike Sloat. Hours: Mon & Tues 11:30AM - 3PM; Wed - Fri 11:30AM to 2:30PM for Lunch, Dinner 5PM to 9PM.
141 Pine St., Collingwood (705) 315-1662 thecurlywilloweatery.com 6
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he Dam Pub is a warm cozy upscale family owned Scottish Whisky Pub operated by Whisky Specialist, Stephanie Price and offers the finest whisky selection in North America! Over 1,000 whiskies including over 600 single malts with special attention to the true Scottish varieties. Executive Chef Rob Lussier dazzles patrons with his culinary skills. Enjoy our spacious patio. Private dining/meeting room and catering available. Reservations recommended.
53 Bruce St. S., Thornbury (519) 599-2110 thedampub.ca
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friendly pub with a warm atmosphere. 5 minutes south of Collingwood in the village of Nottawa. Flavourful homemade food and a menu loaded with pub fare favourites. 3 large HD TVs, 9 ice cold beer taps, 95¢ jumbo wings Thursdays and an Eggs Benedict Special Sundays from 11am-1pm. The upper 19th Hole Lounge has an HD TV, high table seating, a bar, dart boards & a quality 4’x8’ pool table. Perfect for smaller private functions.
4203 County Rd. 124 Nottawa (705) 445-5050 thedornochtapandgrill.ca 7
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Bruce Wine Bar & Kitchen 8 Bruce St. S.
The Dam Pub 53 Bruce St. S.
The Grey 15 Harbour St.
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Copper Blues Bar & Grill 156 Jozo Weider Blvd.
The Pottery 110 Jozo Weider Blvd.
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The Dornoch Tap & Grill 4203 County Rd. 124 Restaurant ads appear in the guide in alphabetical order.
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asual waterfront restaurant and patio overlooking the beautiful Thornbury Harbour and Georgian Bay. Simple preparations of local ingredients by Chef Amber Plourde showcase the depth of flavours our region has to offer, and is reflected in our shareable appetizers, burgers, salads and main dishes. Classic cocktails, sustainably produced wines and craft beer await you year round!
15 Harbour St., Thornbury (226) 665-1717 thegreythornbury.com
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he Huron Club, recently renovated by local restaurateurs Darrell Mussell & Tony Morew offers the largest selection of Craft Beer in Collingwood! A warm welcoming atmosphere compliments the seasonal menus and are sure to please any palate. Check out our new BBQ menu and relax in the lounge for Social Hour 3-6pm Mon - Sat. Stay for the Live Entertainment Fri. & Sat. nights. Open 7 days a week, daily specials and a savoury brunch served on Sundays! Private function spaces available.
94 Pine St., Collingwood (705) 293-6677 thehuronclub.ca 10
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he Iron Skillet has been a landmark in Collingwood since Tony and Doris Sensenberger started the restaurant in 1991. Serving schnitzels, ribs, steaks, and authentic Mexican. Both locations offer an experience that takes fresh local ingredients and old school basics to the next level for everyone. The Iron Skillet invites you enjoy the quality of Tony’s food in an atmosphere that caters to all occasions. Great for family dining and large groups.
49 Huron St., Collingwood (705) 444-5804 1531 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach (705) 429-5804 theironskillet.ca
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he original restaurant at Blue Mountain Resort is the areas’ best kept secret. Seasonal menus are inspired by the Georgian Bay region and expertly brought to life by a talented culinary team. Specialty nights are crowd favourites and feature creative selections from around the world. Discover what’s made The Pottery Restaurant a favourite of locals and resort guests for years. Celebrate with an intimate fireside table for two, or a larger gathering around our harvest table.
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RESTAURANTS in Southern Georgian Bay
1858 Caesar Bar 158 Hurontario St. Collingwood 705.446.9919 Alphorn Restaurant 209881 Highway 26 W., Collingwood 705.445.8882 Andrew’s Roots 82 Sykes St. N., Meaford 519.538.9000 Azzurra 100 Pine St., Collingwood 705.445.7771 See ad page 4 Bamboo Terrace 291 Main St., Wasaga Beach 705.429.1988 Barcelos Restaurant & Grill 22 Sunnidale Rd., Wasaga Beach 705.429.3685 Beaver & Bulldog 195 First St., Collingwood 705.446.9711 Bent Taco 48 Pine St., Collingwood 705.445.0202 Bruce Wine Bar & Kitchen 8 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 519.599.1112 See ad page 4 Brunello at 27 on Fourth 27 Fourth St. E., Collingwood 705.444.8322 C&A Steak Company 166 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.444.8877
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A partial list of non-chain restaurants in Southern Georgian Bay that offer table service and operate on a year round basis. The restaurants shown in red are featured in the guide.
Cabin Bistro 209 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.444.2299 See ad page 5 Catch 22 Fresh Market Grill 962 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach 705.422.2281 Chez Michel 150 Mill St., Creemore 705.466.3331 Copper Blues 156 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.446.2643 See ad page 2 Crow Bar & Variety 18 Huron St., Collingwood 705.445.0509 See ad page 5 Fabbrica Thornbury 27 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 519.599.7769 Fig & Feta 65 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.446.9966
Fornetto 7304 Highway 26, Stayner 705.517.1100 Gibson & Company 93 Hurontario St., Unit 3, Collingwood 705.293.3500 Goodies Café & Restaurant 1470 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach 705.429.0200 Gustav Chophouse & Bar 10 Vacation Inn Dr., Collingwood 705.443.4461 See ad page 16 Harbour Street Fish Bar 10 Keith Ave., Cranberry Mews, Collingwood 705.293.3474 Heavenly Café 10 Keith Ave., Unit 301, Collingwood 705.444.2005 Hungry Sumo 188 First St., Collingwood 705.293.1037
Firehall Pizza Co. 162 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.444.0611
Kaytoo Restaurant and Bar 176 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.445.4100
Fire & Ice 19 Toronto St. N., Markdale 226.910.1358
Lakeside Seafood & Grill 9 Harbour St. E., Collingwood 705.446.3274 See ad page 13
Fish and Sips 206 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.293.7477 Flying Chestnut 199 Pellisier St., Flesherton 519.924.1809
Magnone Italian Kitchen 190 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.446.3595 Memories Restaurant 19 Keith Ave., Cranberry Resort, Collingwood 705.445.6600 See ad page 13
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Mylar and Loreta’s Restaurant Highway 124, Singhampton 705.445.1247 Northwinds Brewhouse & Eatery 499 First St., Collingwood 705.293.6666 Northwinds Brewhouse & Eatery 180 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.445.2666 Old Mill House Pub 141 Mill St., Creemore 705.466.5244 Oliver & Bonacini Café Grill 200 Gord Canning Dr., Blue Mountains 705.444.8680 Pebbles Family Restaurant 313010 Highway 6, Durham 519.369.9982 See ad page 6 Pie Wood Fired Pizza Joint 499 First St., Collingwood 705.293.3900 Potato Factory Bar & Grill 61 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.293.1800 Prime-Seven-Nine 79 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.293.7979 Quince Bistro 157 Mill St., Creemore 705.466.9999 Rock Dell Steak House 9386 Beachwood Rd., Collingwood 705.445.3186 Rusty’s at Blue 150 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.445.2718 Sail Restaurant 108 N. Sykes St., Meaford 519.538.0202 14
San Diego Italian Restaurant 72 First St., Collingwood 705.445.9876 Sol Kitchen 19 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.446.4419 Steven’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant 195 Toronto St. S., Markdale 519.986.2303 Sushi Hon 70 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.444.0099 Ted’s Range Road Diner Tank Range Rd., Meaford 519.538.1788 Tesoro Traditional Italian Foods 18 Schoolhouse Lane, Collingwood 705.444.9230 The Cheese Gallery 11 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 519.599.6699 The Corner 3 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 226.665.8800 The Curly Willow Eatery 141 Pine St., Collingwood 705.315.1662 See ad page 6 The Dam Pub 53 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 519.599.2110 See ad page 7 The Dornoch Tap & Grill 4203 County Road 124, Nottawa 705.445.5050 See ad page 7 The Falls Inn 113 Robert St., Walter’s Falls 519.794.4388 The Grey 15 Harbour St., Thornbury 226.665.1717 See ad page 10
The Grill at Lora Bay 107 East Ridge Dr., Thornbury 519.599.7500 The Huron Club 94 Pine St., Collingwood 705.293.6677 See ad page 10 The Iron Skillet 1531 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach, Ontario 705.429.5804 See ad page 11 The Iron Skillet 2.0 49 Huron St., Collingwood 705.445.5804 See ad page 11 The Mill Café 12 Bridge St. E., Thornbury 519.599.7866 The Pottery Casual Dining 110 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountains 705.443.5509 See ad page 11 The Red Door 126 N. Sykes St., Meaford 519.538.5899 TheSmoke 498 First St., Collingwood 705.293.5522 Tholos 170 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.443.8311 Thonburi Thai Food 796468 Grey Rd. 19, Blue Mountains 705.446.2167 Tremont Cafe 80 Simcoe St., Collingwood 705.293.6000 Twist Kitchen & Cocktail 170 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.445.5000 Winifred’s English Pub 27 Bridge St., Thornbury 519.599.2217
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