Amazing food with fantastic service and great ambiance. If you've never tried Portuguese cuisine…read morethis is a great place to check out. Portuguese fine dining at its best.

Strip loin should not be tough as shoe leather, & when a server is told so it should either be…read morereplaced or comped. Neither happened. Rather, a suggestion to take it home was given. Mushroom truffle soup should not feature garlic as the overwhelming flavour. Creme Brulee... don't bother. Risotto shouldn't be crunchy. This restaurant's chef should find another career, and the wait staff are more suited to a greasy spoon than an alleged "fine dining" establishment. Don't waste your money torturing your palet.

One of the popular restaurants at Friday Harbour. We made a reservation for 11 of us in advance but…read morewhen we arrived, the hostess informed us that there was no reservation made. Quite a rough start to our dining experience here, since it was confirmed over the phone from their staff previously. After some back and forth, I assume it was the manager, made it work for us, and we sat on their patio/ outdoor area. The restaurant indoor looked super cozy and cute! The staff here and service onwards was great so it really made up for the first hiccup when we entered. Food was good as well with some hit or misses: Burrata 5/5 - Came with proscuitto. Great starter with the creamy burrata and salty proscuitto. Caesar salad 4/5 - Nothing too special and can probably skip on this dish. But if you like caesar salads, this is a good palette opener. Rucola e Pera 4/5 - A good baby arugula salad with pear, toasted walnuts, parm and lemon vinaigrette. Frittura misa 5/5 - Can't go wrong with fried seafood. This came with calamari, black tiger shrimp and a lemon aioli. Perfectly cooked and quite delicious. Penne ala vodka 4/5 - Penne with rose sauce. It's a good dish but have had better in Toronto restaurants. Fettuccine ai funghi 5/5 - Creamy fettuccine sauce with wild mushrooms. Couldn't really taste the white truffle oil here but it's a good sharing dish since it's quite heavy. Funghi pizza 5/5 - Again, couldn't taste any truffle on this dish but was still good. Calabrese pizza 5/5 - Always a favourite pizza flavour. I asked for some honey on the side which really elevated this pizza for me. Linguine allo scoglio 5/5 - Nice, fresh seafood pieces and a great cherry tomato sauce. Special: rabbit 4/5 - Got adventurous and tried the rabbit dish. It tasted kind of like chicken and was pretty tender. Overall, a great dining experience if you're at Friday Harbour. Probably one of the better restaurants in the area.

Food was good. But it was expensive. I get that it is a tourist place but I didn't like they kinda…read morescammed us on the steak. The steak was a daily special. We didn't bother to ask about the price as we were expecting it to be around the price of other menu items or just a bit more. But it was $100!!!!! What!??? The most expensive dish on the menu was like $60. I totally did not expect the steak to be $100. I found it was outrageous. Service was friendly. Ambiance was nice.

My fiancé and I went to Il Buco and honestly, it was one of the best fine dining experiences we've…read morehad in Barrie. I had the seafood risotto, and it was absolutely incredible -- perfectly cooked, rich, and full of flavor. The bruschetta was also perfect -- fresh, flavorful, and just the right start to the meal. The service was a little slow at times(refills/check if we were doing alright), and our table was on the smaller side, but the staff handled it well. The servers were quick to clear empty dishes, which made everything feel smooth and comfortable despite the space. Overall, a lovely experience from start to finish. Definitely one of Barrie's gems for fine dining -- we'll be back for sure!

We were across the street with family at the local pub and literally stumbled across this…read morerestaurant and entered through the back door. We were so happy we did. We ended up having an excellent meal. My father in law who said he wasn't hungry quickly changed his mind when he saw the food coming out! We had a great dinner and we would definitely go back if we are in Barrie anytime soon.

Disappointing Experience Overall I had high expectations for…read morethis restaurant, but unfortunately, it fell short. The biggest issue was the incredibly slow service--waiting for each dish felt like an eternity. While the staff was friendly, the food itself didn't live up to the hype. What looked promising on the menu ended up being underwhelming on the plate, lacking the flavor and quality I had hoped for. There's definitely potential here, but they need to work on both their timing and their execution in the kitchen. Disappointing Experience Overall I had high expectations for this restaurant, but unfortunately, it fell short. The biggest issue was the incredibly slow service--waiting for each dish felt like an eternity. While the staff was friendly, the food itself didn't live up to the hype. What looked promising on the menu ended up being underwhelming on the plate, lacking the flavor and quality I had hoped for. There's definitely potential here, but they need to work on both their timing and their execution in the kitchen.

Absolutely Outstanding Experience!…read more We contacted Michael & Marion's to host my son and now daughter-in-law's wedding, as we've always loved both the food and service there. From start to finish, it was hands-down the best choice we could have made. Kent, the owner, was an absolute pleasure to deal with -- professional, accommodating, and completely transparent. He clearly outlined what was available and what to expect, with no hidden costs or "nickel and diming." When it looked like our ceremony venue might fall through, he even offered us the restaurant space as a backup, which was such a thoughtful gesture (thankfully, we didn't need it -- but the offer said everything about their level of care). We met with Kent twice and Jade once, and the process felt almost too easy -- so informal and effortless that I thought it might be too good to be true. But it wasn't. When we arrived on the big day, everything was exactly as promised -- and even better than I had imagined. Throughout the evening, Jade and the entire team were incredible. They were attentive, professional, and seemed to anticipate every need before we even had to ask. I never once felt like I had to manage a thing. The food was phenomenal, the service outstanding, and the atmosphere absolutely perfect. I would highly recommend Michael & Marion's for any event or special occasion. I'm eternally grateful to Kent, Jade, and their team for making this day so smooth, memorable, and truly perfect. Angela McKeown

**A True Hidden Gem in Orillia **…read more As we were passing through Orillia, we decided to stop into **Theo's Restaurant** for a bite to eat--and I'm so glad we did. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted and brought to our table with such genuine hospitality. The space is spotless, intimate, and beautifully styled, creating the perfect atmosphere for a cozy meal. The menu is filled with wonderful Greek and Italian options, and everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The bruschetta was outstanding, and the veal parm was perfection. The food alone is worth the visit, but the service truly elevated the experience. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, giving us that small-town connection where we didn't feel like "just customers." We also noticed the same level of care at the tables around us--clearly, this is how they treat everyone who walks in. Theo's is definitely a place I'd stop at again on my next trip back. And for anyone who lives in Orillia, it's a wonderful spot for a family celebration, a special date night, a relaxed dinner out, or even a business meeting. **Five stars all the way. The Theo family has done an incredible job.** Anja Lavigne ( Toronto/Kwarthas )

What a great experience. Fast and friendly service. A…read morerefill brought without even asking! The pepper was full not that we used it and they give enough tzatziki sauce to swim in (not that I'd recommend trying that) We aren't positive but think it's POSSIBLE Justin Beiber was at another table here. You be the judge. Deffo would recommend.

Venue 5/5 Lakefront…read morerestaurant with patio along boardwalk. Right on the main strip of Friday harbour. Patio has lounge like seating with umbrellas as well. They are also dog friendly (see below), as the other restaurant in resort are service animals only. Service 4/5 Came on a Saturday for supercars and jazz. More traffic than usual at the resort. That being said the team were pretty quick in getting our food to the table after ordering. The wait times for inside were longer than outside due to the heat. We sat outside but the breeze definitely helped out along with the umbrellas. Food 4/5 Portions were quite generous. We got a chicken wrap (chose honey garlic wing sauce) as well as nachos and a chicken Brie sandwich. The venue is also pet friendly , they had dog bowls a for food and water. They also had a dog beer (it is cold bone broth) for the dogs on the patio.

We stumbled upon this restaurant solely based on how good the food smelled from outside. We were…read morewalking on the sidewalk and smelled the grill. Walking in, we were greeted with a smile. The place had a nice open layout with warm lighting. Crispy & Spicy Squid (4/5) was cooked perfectly. It was firm and crispy with red and green chillis. The sauces were on the sweeter side. We usually prefer the sauces to be more on the tangy and/or a creamy bold garlic flavour. Wagyu Burger (3/5) was decent. It came with two patties, smoked cheddar, caramelized onions, black truffle garlic aioli, tomatoes and pickles. The flavour profile met our expectation but we found that the patties themselves were a bit dry. We upgraded the side of fries for truffle fries (5/5) and those were delicious. Spicy Bison Sausage Rigatoni (5/5) was cooked perfectly. The sausage was complemented well with the acidity and delicate sweetness of the pasta sauce. The mushrooms were a great addition and the parmesan really tied in all the flavours together. We had the option to have it not spicy, mild or hot. We asked for hot because we enjoy spicy food but it was not as spicy as we had hoped it to be. NOTE: The bill comes with an additional 3% Resort Fee

This restaurant checks the important boxes: great tasting and quality food, well presented,…read morepleasant ambiance with local (Toronto) artist's works, reasonable priced, pleasant and professional server (Cory). We had the halibut and stuffed chicken with yummy cheesecake.

*** Update from our previous visit ***…read more My family had been to Era 67 in late September, and had a horrendous experience. After we posted our review the owner, Brian, contacted us to discuss what happened. He then offered for us to come back and give them another shot. We accepted, and returned this past Sunday (November 10th) When we arrived, we were seated quickly in the private room. Brian extended his apologies again and thanked us for returning. Our drink order was taken and delivered in a timely manner. My husband was impressed with his Old Fashioned, and said it was well made. We placed our appetizer and dinner choices at the same time. The appetizers were a bit slow to come out, however we attributed that to it being a busy evening. No big deal for us. We had the stuffed Yorkies, and the bruschetta. Both were excellent. Our dinners took longer than expected, but again, it was a busy night. 2 of us has the braised lamb shank, 2 had the Prime Rib special, and I had the striploin. They were worth the wait!! My brother wanted to lick his plate when he finished his lamb and said it was the best he's ever had. My steak was perfectly cooked, and the prime rib was also well enjoyed. Although we didn't have much space left, we elected to try their flourless chocolate torte for dessert, 2 pieces to be shared amongst us. It was super rich, but came with a raspberry coulis to help cut it. Excellent!! All in all, our experience was a million times better than our last. For me, personally, I do wish the food came out a bit faster, but aside from that, we were all very pleased. I've given it a 4 only because of the delay in between courses. The food was still worth the wait though. I know that my family plans to return. My mother wants to try the lamb after seeing how much my father and brother enjoyed theirs. Thanks for a great night, Brian.

i went to the Baton rouge to celebrate my 60th birthday yesterday. I noticed it was very quiet. I…read morealso decide i wanted to see a bit of the Paraguay-Germany Fifa world Cup. match. The service was very pleasant. I had the starter ceasar salad which was quite good but of course i had the filet mignon medium well as in addition to a loaded baked potato with sauteed mushrooms and seasonal vegetables. Everything was perfect and then i had a surprise the staff brought out sofft chocolate cinnamon roll with icecream and it said Happy 60 th Birthday. Thank you Baton Rouge for making my day special i really appreciate it. This is a hidden gem in North Barrie

We went during happy hour , ordered crab cakes, which was very tasty , garlic bread , it was very…read moresoft but didn't feel like we were eating garlic bread . The tempura was okay . The spinach dip was good too.it wasn't super busy . We enjoyed our food and drinks .