Chez Michel is Creemore's resident French bistro that will make you feel like you're dining along…read morethe French Rivieira but without the jet lag!

I'm disappointed in the Kachin of customer service. I love the food. I love the atmosphere. I've…read moretravelled here repeatedly from a ways for dinner and did so again today. Called while at the creemore brewery to try and get the reservation moved up only to be told there was no reservation! Told the lady I booked it through one table but it apparently didn't go through! I was told "sorry, we're fully booked!". Wss as lord over there with hubby to see it completely empty but now two ladies are saying "sorry, we're fully booked!". On principle I won't be driving back. I won't be giving word of mouth either. There's always a context and if this restaurant is now going to rely solely on online bookings and ignore what the client has done for them over the years then, so be it...

Not a warm friendly place Didn't like the taste of what I…read morebought. Prices were reasonable though but I threw out 2 of the items I purchased.

This bakery/cafe opened in 2020 and already has a loyal following. Run by a French couple, this…read moreplace is outstanding, providing a large assortment of artisan style breads, pastries and desserts at very reasonable prices. You can also buy sandwiches, quiches and crepes. They take orders, so you don't have to worry about things running out. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately, during COVID you can't eat there, but there is some nice sitting both inside and out on their patio. We can't wait to come back in the future to try more of their amazing offerings. Reviews of what we tried: Crossiants sandwiches - good equality brie, while not as flakey as some places, flavour was great. Almond croissant - crunchy with lots of almond filling. Pain au chocolat - nice dark chocolate filling. Specialty coffees - smooth, flavourful. Breads - Crunchy crust and soft, chewy interior. Slightly smaller loaves than what you might find in other places, but that means you can buy several like we did! Tarts - really enjoyed these. Fairly large (you can split between two people easily). Great variety available.

What an adorable French bistro! Located right in central Collingwood, this restaurant has a great…read moreambiance, plus good service and food. We loved the decor here! We came as walk-ins and were seated right away. We ordered a few different dishes to try out! The French onion soup and duck were very flavourful and authentic. One negative point was that the duck skin wasn't as crispy as you would want for a confit duck breast. The mussels were okay but weren't quite at the same level flavour-wise as the other two, and the meringue on the baked Alaska was quite soft and didn't have the stiff caramelized peaks. All in all, it was a good experience. Definitely worth a visit if you're craving French cuisine!

We had a lovely brunch here on a sunny day, which is the perfect use for their beautiful patio…read morespace. It feels like you are sitting in the French countryside for a meal. We shared the beet salad and the beef dip sandwich, both of which were delicious. Only complaint was that the salad was on the small side. Great friendly service and amazing atmosphere.

excellent highly regarded restaurant it was really a WOW experience. I'm looking forward to going…read moreback for the great food and service hope the new chef is up to the task,!

I had high expectations for Hexagon given its Michelin status, but the overall experience was…read moreunderwhelming. ​To be fair, the food was pretty good, but it doesn't stand out compared to other Michelin-starred spots I've visited. ​The real issue for me was the service and atmosphere. It simply didn't feel like a fine dining experience. There was no coat check offered, which is a basic standard for a restaurant of this caliber. On top of that, the parking validation wasn't working that day, adding a bit of frustration to the end of the meal. ​Tip: If you do go, try to visit on a Sunday so you can park on the street for free and avoid the garage fees.

We decided to go here instead of Crazy Fox for the Barrielicious event because the menu seemed more…read moreinteresting. While I think it probably was more creative, the execution of the meal suffered under the weight of staff inexperience. First off, the entryway to the restaurant was dingy and unswept. Not a pleasant first impression. We arrived early for our reservation, and had every intention of waiting at the bar. After fumbling around trying to cobble a table together for us, the flustered hostess finally agreed to our suggestion that we wait at the bar. While there, nobody offered us a drink, bar menu, or appetizer. We were ignored. We were then offered to be put at a table in the bar area, but then another table cleared up and we were seated by the window instead. Jeremy, our server, was pleasant and told us of the soup and wine specials, plus pointed out the $7 supplement on the sirloin entree. Water was poured into all our glasses, and our server left us for a few minutes to decide. We were given two lunch menus and two dinner menus, so he had to go and get the correct ones for two of us. While looking at the menu, we noticed dirty (poorly washed) plates, and had to replace some of them when he returned. Upon returning, he took our orders: Appetizers: two sweet potato soups, one salad, and one pork belly and gnocchi. Entrees: three pork w/ goat cheese citrus polenta and spiced apple chutney (with one red wine) and one chicken ravioli Dessert: one pavlova, two coconut cream pies, and one chocolate torte. We were served focaccia bread with balsamic vinegar, Parmesan, and olive oil. The bread was warmed, but seemed stale and tasteless. We asked for fresh bread, which he brought back un-warmed, but it was still hard (stale) and tasteless, despite (apparently) being cooked that morning. Just a very bad bread recipe. Appetizers: All were tasty enough, though the soup was a little watery. Half of the pork belly (with the gnocchi) was firm, the other half juicy. I don't know how they managed to cook it to two different degrees of doneness, but they did. The salad was OK. Entrees: The ravioli were undercooked and hard. Besides that, they were just OK. The pork was super-dry and over-cooked, and I felt bad for the pig that it had been so maltreated. The goat cheese citrus polenta and spiced apple chutney, while a valiant attempt, failed. The flavour combination was mismatched and unpleasant. Unfortunately, the only way to get the pork some moisture was to eat it with the chutney. Dessert: The Pavlova got good reviews. The torte was very dense and rich. The pie was actually pretty good. It was a warm evening, and yet we were only offered water once. I drained my glass within a few minutes, and although our waiter came to our table several times, he failed to notice it near the edge of the table and refill it. It's nice to see Barrie with a restaurant that tries something creative, but I've definitely experienced much better. Meals like this one remind me of some of the spectacular meals for the same price that I've enjoyed in Toronto, San Francisco, and New York - not because it's up to the same standard, but because it makes me wish that this had been one of those meals instead.

Had the 3-course prix fixe meal: Crabcake, duck breast and plum/peach crumble. crabcake, not much…read moretaste of crab. Duck breast, it was chewy. Best part was dessert. When I overheard my waiter providing recommendations to the other table, he didn't recommend either of those two dishes.

Incredible food!! Never tasted anything so authentic! The service is by far the best and no one can…read morecompare! Beautiful little restaurant that gives a great cozy feel that makes you feel that you're not in a big chain restaurant!

Beyond the Gate is an absolute culinary delight. Chef Frederic Chartier brings the flavours and…read moretastes of Paris all the way to Shelburne Ontario in a hip and trendy location. The food will transport you as it awakens every tastebud in wild French abandon! This is a must for all foodies!

October 17/2025: Lupper with my Al…read more An entirely UNDERwhelming experience for Hearts! This was also a strange experience. Our hostess/seater seemed hostile to us when we moved tables without asking. We were seated against a window & on an old property in October, so naturally is was drafty, so we moved & I guess she didn't like that. It was mid-afternoon so there was lots of seating available. What's interesting is our adjacent table of three arrived after us but received service & food before us from same said server. You'll see by the menu that it was a limited offering. I had a Kick Rocks beer ($9.99) and a smashed burger ($27.00). I found that both items were less than impressive. The smash burger was good but not great as it should have been for $27.00! What I found lacking in the service was the table had zero condiments (no salt/pepper/ketchup) so we had to ask for ketchup & pepper, which took too long to arrive at the table. If your patron is having fries with their meal, you should assume they'll want ketchup! The ambiance lacked lighting & it just wasn't for me. Side note, the bathroom was clean & had soap with a wonderful scent. This is not a do-over for me.

The restaurant game outside of Toronto has gotten quite interesting! I remember not too long ago…read morethat if you left Toronto for a day of skiing or road trip, restaurant options were limited to chip trucks, franchises, local diners or that one expensive, stuffy restaurant for special occasions. Heart's was a wonderful surprise in the quaint town of Kimberly. We were there on a Thursday evening with a pretty big group and the space was bustling! Even though we didn't have a reservation (rookie mistake) the staff found space for us and seated us pretty quickly. The service and menu was perfection! The menu was elevated, fresh with some interesting options, and something for everyone. The staff were attentive to allergies and restrictions and made an effort to understand and recommend options. I ordered the steak tartare and it was beautifully balanced, came with quite a bit of bread, and overall quite filling! My friends got the smash burger, and the concensus was... "It's incredible!!!". They have a nice selection of local beers and cocktails to pair also. Highly recommend dropping by if you are in the area... Heck I'd even recommend taking a detour... it's worth it!

We have loved Bijou for years. it is still our favorite Stratford restaurant. We had an excellent…read moretime this year. Although we miss the shabby chic of the old place, the decor at the new location is lovely and the seating is more comfortable. The staff is the same and still excellent. Put Bijou on your list for your Stratford visit.

Brought my mom to Stratford for the first time for a show. I took her to Bijou to be fancy... and…read moreBijou did not disappoint! Mom got adventurous and had the halibut which she enjoyed every bite with her eyes closed to enhance the flavours she described as phenomenal. I had, the only vegetarian (not vegan...as there is no vegan option on the menu) option, the Ukrainian dumplings... all I can say is WOW!!! The flavours from first bite to final notes were fresh, creamy and delicious!!! The prices were a little steep, and a little taken aback to have to pay for bread and butter, but even their home made focaccia was moist and crispy at the same time and the perfect tool to ensure all the sauce was where it belonged from our plates to our tummies! Our dinner was paired with a bottle of their cabsauv without any regrets. Make the reservation... your taste buds will thank you!!!

The filet mignon and the sea scallops were phenomenal! Muah ! Great Italian wine.. lovely…read morewaitress.. it was an enjoyable dinner overall

The food is excellent. We are no salt eaters so we always ask the waiter to please tell the cook ,…read moreno salt! the service is very nice , and the ambience is comfortable and welcoming. I love it here!