Amazing
RESTAURANTS Dining Out in Southern Georgian Bay SUMMER/FALL 2019
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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 ninth edition of Amazing Restaurants, we feature 14 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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Advertising Sales: Julie Card 705-444-3453 jcard@mycollingwood.ca Published by On The Bay Magazine Inc. in association with mycollingwood.ca Volume 5, Issue 1
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Maps Restaurant Listing FEATURED RESTAURANTS Copper Blues Bar & Grill Bruce Wine Bar & Kitchen Cabin Bistro Crow Bar & Variety Pebbles Family Restaurant The Dam Pub Gastropub The Dornoch Tap & Grill The Grey The Huron Club The Mill CafĂŠ The Pottery Casual Dining Memories Restaurant & Bar The Grill at Lora Bay Gustav Chophouse & Bar
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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. Find our gourmet food truck at the Collingwood Farmers’ Market every Saturday until Thanksgiving.
209 Hurontario St., Collingwood (705) 444-2299 cabinbistrocollingwood.com 4
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OOD. BOOZE. MUSIC. Crow. Bar & Variety is first and foremost a restaurant serving Lunch and 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. Feed Your Curiosity!
18 Huron St., Collingwood (705) 445-0509 crowvariety.ca
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ome enjoy our homestyle buffet which includes a full selection of home cooked meats, broasted chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salads, “The Grill”, homemade soups and rolls, 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 try a FREE taste of our fudge! We have just completed a major expansion. It’s worth the drive!
313010 Highway 6, Durham (519) 369-9982 pebblesrestaurant.ca
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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 best 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 6
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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 revamped by local restaurateur Darrell Mussell, offers the largest selection of Craft Beer in Collingwood! A warm welcoming atmosphere compliments the seasonal menus created by Chef Leona Nyman and her team, are sure to please any palate. Relax in the lounge for Social Hour 3-6pm Mon - Fri. Stay for the Live Entertainment Thurs., 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 7
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The Grill at Lora Bay 107 East Ridge Dr.
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The Dornoch Tap & Grill 4203 Cty Rd. 124 Restaurant ads appear in the guide in alphabetical order.
RESTAURANTS in Southern Georgian Bay
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 Bamboo Terrace 291 Main St., Wasaga Beach 705.429.1988 Barcelos Restaurant & Grill 22 Sunnidale Rd., Wasaga Beach 705.429.3685
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 4 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
Beaver & Bulldog 195 First St., Collingwood 705.446.9711
Crow Bar & Variety 18 Huron St., Collingwood 705.445.0509 See ad page 5
Bent Taco 48 Pine St., Collingwood 705.445.0202
Fabbrica Thornbury 27 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 519.599.7769
Bridges Tavern 27 Bridge St., Thornbury 519.599.2217
Fig & Feta 65 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.446.9966
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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Firehall Pizza Co. 162 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.444.0611 Fire & Ice 19 Toronto St. N., Markdale 226.910.1358 Fish and Sips 206 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.293.7477
Flying Chestnut 199 Pellisier St., Flesherton 519.924.1809 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
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ome and discover a classic Thornbury dining destination. Casually elegant and full of charm, The Mill Cafe is the perfect backdrop to an outstanding meal from a menu created by Chef Andrew Barber. Enjoy the quaint pub atmosphere of our warm street side outdoor bar or bask in the sun on our elegant waterside patio as you overlook the Beaver River and the Thornbury Dam with the landmark fish ladder.
12 Bridge St., Thornbury (519) 599-7866 themillcafe.com
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he original restaurant at Blue Mountain Resort features seasonal menus that highlight the harvests of the Georgian Bay region infused with inspiration from Chef Kartik Kumar’s vast International culinary experience. Visit us and discover what has made The Pottery Restaurant a favourite of local diners and resort guests for years. Celebrate with an intimate fireside table for two, or a gathering around our harvest table.
110 Jozo Weider Blvd, The Blue Mountains (705) 443-5509 thepotteryrestaurant.ca 11
Harbour Street Fish Bar 10 Keith Ave., Cranberry Mews, Collingwood 705.293.3474
Northwinds Brewhouse & Eatery 499 First St., Collingwood 705.293.6666
Rock Dell Steak House 9386 Beachwood Rd., Collingwood 705.445.3186
Heavenly Café 10 Keith Ave., Unit 301, Collingwood 705.444.2005
Northwinds Brewhouse & Eatery 180 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.445.2666
Rusty’s at Blue 150 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.445.2718
Hungry Sumo 188 First St., Collingwood 705.293.1037
Old Mill House Pub 141 Mill St., Creemore 705.466.5244
Kaytoo Restaurant and Bar 176 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.445.4100
Oliver & Bonacini Café Grill 200 Gord Canning Dr., Blue Mountains 705.444.8680
Lakeside Seafood & Grill 9 Harbour St. E., Collingwood 705.446.3274
Pebbles Family Restaurant 313010 Highway 6, Durham 519.369.9982 See ad page 5
Magnone Italian Kitchen 190 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.446.3595
Pie Wood Fired Pizza Joint 499 First St., Collingwood 705.293.3900
Steakhouse Social Eatery 61 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.443.8261
Potato Factory Bar & Grill 61 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.293.1800
Steven’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant 195 Toronto St. S., Markdale 519.986.2303
Prime-Seven-Nine 79 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.293.7979
Sushi Hon 70 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.444.0099
Quince Bistro 157 Mill St., Creemore 705.466.9999
Ted’s Range Road Diner Tank Range Rd., Meaford 519.538.1788
Memories Restaurant 19 Keith Ave., Cranberry Resort, Collingwood 705.445.6600 See ad page 13 Mylar and Loreta’s Restaurant Highway 124, Singhampton 705.445.1247
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Sail Restaurant 108 N. Sykes St., Meaford 519.538.0202 San Diego Italian Restaurant 72 First St., Collingwood 705.445.9876 Sol Kitchen 19 Hurontario St., Collingwood 705.446.4419
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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 The Dam Pub 53 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 519.599.2110 See ad page 6 The Dornoch Tap & Grill 4203 County Road 124, Nottawa 705.445.5050 See ad page 6
The Falls Inn 113 Robert St., Walter’s Falls 519.794.4388 The Grey 15 Harbour St., Thornbury 226.665.1717 See ad page 7 The Grill at Lora Bay 107 East Ridge Dr., Thornbury 519.599.7500 See ad page 15 The Huron Club 94 Pine St., Collingwood 705.293.6677 See ad page 7 The Iron Skillet 1531 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach, Ontario 705.429.5804 The Iron Skillet 2.0 49 Huron St., Collingwood 705.445.5805 The Mill Café 12 Bridge St. E., Thornbury 519.599.7866 See ad page 11
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 Martini Bar & Wine Lounge 170 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountain Village 705.445.5000
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