This cute little fisherman's hut type cabin is perfect on the docks, with seating overlooking the…read morewater, where planes are taking off and landing along with other water activities. On shore is busy with groups meeting up and behind the coffee cabin, people are enjoying the park. My flat white was excellent. The butter tart was ok, not a traditional one, which I prefer. The brownie was delicious. Service was fast.

My friends and I were making a pitstop to Parry Sound and walked by the waterfront…read more While we were taking photos, one of the owners told us about their coffeeshop! (Learned later on that it was their grand opening) When we went in, the staff was so nice, they even gave us recommendations on what placss to check out before leaving. The beverages tasted amazing and had extra items available to by such as coffee beans, t-shirts tea! Overall, if anyone wants to make a quick pitstop with a view and meet kind people, this is the place check out.

Very cute and quaint eatery in Port Carling, Muskoka Lakes Canada…read more The area of Port Carling is something straight out of a magical movie. Perfect lake community with beautiful buildings and surroundings. We stopped here for a coffee before heading to our cottage on the lake for the weekend. This shop is very clean and inviting. Great menu of items including breakfast and lunch. They also offer specialty drinks, cookies and much more. I really loved the relaxing feel and the decor which seemed to be made locally & for sale. Great little spot to check out.

Small cafe on the main street of Port Carling, offering a variety of sandwiches and coffee (hot…read moreand cold). The service is quick, and food is good - we had the breakfast sandwiches, which were filling and tasty. Not a lot of seating though.

Very bad coffee, very slow service, and their insistence for me to drive through the circular drive…read morethru to speak with them even though I was the only one there and already at the window speaking with them.

3.5 stars This is a kiosk / drive thru location to the…read moreOliver's coffee chain that is located inside the gas station. Seems like they have a full menu here. We ordered food and drinks for six people and because it was a larger order it took awhile and there was a mix up but I brought it up and it was fixed. Latte was alright it wasn't very strong and no creama. Just warm frothy milk on top. I probably should have tried their regular brewed coffee instead to really see what their coffee is like without all the milk. Breakfast bagel and muffins were all pretty good. We were in town for a short visit so happy to find somewhere for coffee that's reasonably priced and decent. It's not worth an out of the way trek and it's not a must visit site but it's def a much needed spot in the area!

Great service, great ambiance, nice and quite, plenty of seats inside and a few outside, very clean…read moreand great decorations. We ordered double espresso and latte, unfortunately not my kind of espresso, roasted too dark and off the balance of a great espresso, left charcoal like after taste. I personally prefer a balanced light roast to get the narrow sweet spot between acidity and bitterness. Plus, darker roast has less caffeine, and I like more

Very interesting decor. The Rueben would sell in NY that's how good. The frozen cappuccino was…read moreawesome

Every time I'm visiting Midland Ontario I always get a treat from Grounded Coffee! This time I got…read moretheir delicious ginger molasses cookie! So yummy! Service is always friendly and store ambiance is always warm and bright with places to sit and enjoy their baked goods or coffee. Highly recommend!

This was a great local coffee shop. They offer more than just coffee here. There's a space to sit…read morein the shop and also a small space for children to play. There was quite a line when we arrived, but service was moving well. We ordered drinks and a pastry. There were options for juices/smoothies, and then the coffee/tea selections with different choices for flavourings. They use local milk which is nice. I had myself a mocha and enjoyed it. This cafe is a good stop if you're in Midland and walking around town!

Again, was not disappointed! Stopped by for lunch with a friend. Ordered the same chicken club on…read moreGF bread since it was so good last time. This time I also tried a salad on the side that was like a vinaigrette slaw made from mainly cauliflower - it was delicious and flavourful. My friend got the pulled pork sandwich with potato salad and said it was excellent! We were able to eat outside which was so nice. We both agreed, we'll be back next time we're in the neighbour.

Cottage Cravings only recently came to Bala after a fire at their original Gravenhurst location…read more last year left them looking for a new space. But I'm so glad they landed in our tiny, sleepy town: CC is about as close as it gets to a one-stop shop here. There aren't a lot of places where you can grab a coffee and sandwich, pick up cheese and charcuterie to take home, or grab wall art or dish towels for the cottage. I appreciate that the products here are so thoughtfully selected as well. Cottage decor can teeter on kitschy, but the selection at CC -- technicolor enameled outdoor dining sets, lake-themed hooked rugs, craftsman birdhouses -- is tasteful as well as fun. Popsicle makers and painted martini glasses give ideas. Food from local vendors means you don't have to wait for next week's farmers market to pick up those jams or condiments. And a bounty of healthful dining options from veggie paninis to fresh soups make a quick, delicious lunch. CC definitely makes a great addition to our little hamlet.

Chill vibes all around. Between the relaxed smiles, soft tunes, live shows and all that wood, this…read morecafe creates such a welcoming loungey atmosphere. Tried their flat white and banana cream matcha, and both were pretty good too. Lone wolf? Nah, this is definitely a gathering spot for the pack.

Lone Wolf had a cozy and moody ambience with its dark and warm wood finishes. They have an outdoor…read morepatio that helps open up the space inside with the natural lighting. I ordered an Iced Matcha Latte with an espresso shot and I substituted the milk for almond milk. The matcha itself was of high quality. It was earthy and nutty which was complemented by the almond milk. The espresso was rich and had citrus notes which I wasn't really fond of. I tend to like my coffee more with the bold and chocolatey notes. The service itself was okay. The two baristas took turns helping every customer. It seems like they have regulars visiting often. I liked how the male barista was very friendly to the customers. Seating is pretty limited, and you have to pay for parking if you're planning on staying here to chill. Price-wise, it's comparable to a 16oz drink from Starbucks but the quality is way better here at The Lone Wolf. I may have to come back and try other stuff on their menu.

Annie's opened in Bala two years ago, and we were excited because there's definitely a lack of…read morerestaurants in town. We had hoped we'd hit upon a good restaurant for breakfast, especially. But we were pretty disappointed in Annie's the two times we gave it a try this summer. To begin with, the atmosphere definitely warrants the two-star "meh." Bare walls, bare tables, a standard kitchen that opens onto the tiny, 8-table restaurant. The service is pretty lacking as well. One morning our server was grumpy and dismissive. Another morning with five people, our meals came out...well, piecemeal. A plate here, and plate there, and then a 10 minute wait on fellow diner's side order of French toast...which resembled Wonderbread. The food is okay. The first occasion I ordered an omelet and was horrified when it came out barely cooked, one of my culinary phobias. Cutting into it, the insides ran out. Husband said it was my fault for not asking for the omelet well-done; I say there aren't many people who enjoy a runny omelet as a standard. The next time we were in, I avoided the omelet and tried a grilled cheese with tomato. The server mocked me for ordering a grilled cheese for breakfast. Really? Unfortunately, when the sandwich arrived the bread wasn't toasted and the cheese wasn't melted. The saving grace of Annie's is the home fries. They are obviously homemade from fresh potato and really well cooked.

It's too bad the other review for Annie's isn't great...I've had 2 opposite experiences - both…read morepleasant! That being said, I've only had breakfast there (and know they have a strict "switch to lunch" policy before noon hits..) Anyway, food and service are generally served warm, and the quality is excellent for an equally excellent price. No complaints here (yet)! TRY THEIR SAUSAGE. A mild kick to it, but absolutely to die for. Also, home fries, home fries, home fries. The highlight of the meal! Stay tuned for a lunch review...

Caution. Four of us were there on the 14th of September…read more2020, their re-opening date. A short time before, about September 5th they had an employee who had COVID. We were not asked to give our contact info. We stayed outside on the cold patio and wanted the heat lamps turned on. The waitress said the owner does not want to turn them on. We were not offered disposable menus.

This place had so much potential. It was cute looking, overlooking the water with a nice covered…read morepatio. The menu was extensive, and looked really good. Unfortunately, the food didn't deliver. Between my friend and I, we had: Mushroom caps - too small to even actually be stuffed, so it was essentially just stuff on top of mushrooms. The stuff on top included shredded, chewy fake crab meat and what seemed like a pound of cheese. Very bad. Large Caesar salad - Very bland, aside from the fact that they dumped an entire container of Renee's dressing in it. Pickerel with vegetables and twice baked potato - The pickerel was a bit overcooked, but tasty. The vegetable was just 4 slices of zucchini fried in butter - simple, but not bad. And then the twice baked potato, which was essentially mashed potatoes smothered in cheese. No crispiness like twice baked potatoes usually are, and would have tasted better with some green onion and if it weren't so wet and mushy. The service was friendly and attentive. But that's not enough to make up for the crappy food.