Okkkkie dokie Came here for a family reunion invitation. My elders suggested the place. Mind was thinking hmmm will it be a good place? Drove up with the family to join the shin dig. The place is nestled along the coast associated with a marina. The complex the restaurant is housed in reminds me of an assisted living vibe that was repurposed as a family resort. Kinda like if you added some water slides and pools to the side of an ol folks home. We walk in, wife and kids begin chirping about how the restaurant looks ok but is giving off some retirement home, but! The patrons are mostly family. We are seated at the back of a nice room , however our back wall adorns a large lcd screen emblazoned with a digital beach scene. My back is to it, so it doesn't bother me too much. Now that ive set your expectations to "questonable"we get to the food. Wife and i not expecting much. We go with the recommendation from my parents to try the tomahawk steak- for four people, kids ordered salmon rice veges, and spaghetti dish, The tomahawk takes about 45 mins to prepare. Comes w a Cesar salad, and we also ordered a calamari appetizer. The house bread is soft warm and fresh. W a sid eof roasted red pepper butter. 5/5 Calamari has light batter w. A nice sauce chipotle mild? Very yum- 5/5 Ceasar salad on point w the right composition of dressing, and fresh greens! 5/5 Kids: My sons who are picky 1. Salmon rice broccolini dish- completely gobbled up. 5/5 2. Spaghetti w carbonara sauce. 3/5. He said it was ok. Maybe too heavy on the cheese. Tomahawk - came out cruise missile style and landed into my top steaks crater. This thing was pre cut, on a meat board , w delicious gravy in a gravy pot, side of perfect mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables? Maybe some were also grilled . The meat was perfectly done a medium- light red , tender, touch of blood. Made to order. Meat was all eaten , as were the veges and the mash 6/5! Considering my expectations were low when i was judging this place on its looks. Also tried a side of the mushrooms- well cooked w good aroma 5/5 Desert was a chocolate lava cake - light cake part and rich chocolate lava part-4/5 Needless to say. Exceeded expectations. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Fresh food for what we ordered. Hidden gem at this seafood restaurant was the tomahawk steak- MVP!. Give this place a try!!! Service was good 4/5 read more

Lakeside Grill - Tomahawk meat board Perfectly - Seafood Near Me - Collingwood, Ontario

Decided to eat here since it was Jazz night and it looked like a nice place. Service was attentive and the limoncello spritz was quite nice. Shared an order of mussels in Thai sauce, sauce was good but the smallest mussels I've ever seen. Good, not great. Being from Nova Scotia I should know better than to order seafood chowder in Ontario but they did say they were a seafood restaurant. It came to the table as a rather grey looking goop with a shrimp and two mussels stuck on top. They were the only identifiable seafood in the chowder plus I only found one potato chunk. My friend had the Thai red curry soup which was more of a risotto than a soup and while not horrible was underwhelming. I won't be going back and to boot, the jazz band didn't show up! read more

Chose the restaurant for a holiday party for the team for 12 people. The reservation experience was great with good menu choices and good communication from the restaurant. We had a private dining area with Alex as our server . He made sure all our needs were met, provided exceptional service and was attentive at all times . Everyone in the group enjoyed the evening with delicious food, tasty appetizers, great wine and delectable desserts. The restaurant is beauty, great view of the bay, an oyster bar and an inviting atmosphere. All dishes including Chicken, Salmon and prime rib were delicious as the Main course and the chocolate mousse and crème brûlée were decadent. read more

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We got some free food vouchers so we came on 3 different days for lunch. My mom really likes fish so she had fish and chips for 3 days. The fish piece is pretty big on the 1st day but it got smaller later on, weird thing though it's not that hot in temperature. The beef rice came pretty hot so maybe the fish and chips were left out in the open for too long before getting to our table. I tried the wagyu beef burger on the 2nd day, I've never tasted a burger so overcooked. The burger was a bit on the dry side which was strange as wagyu supposedly has more fat. I'm just wondering if I even gotten a real wagyu beef. The servers were all nice and courteous, we asked for hot pepper flakes and those were served in a small metal container for the looks. read more

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Right close to the harbor, beautifully decorated to match the theme (white and blue). Open concept with huge ceiling to wall windows so you can see outside while dining in. During Covid, they have the tables spread out. It allows for a more intimate dining experience. I would definitely check this place out for dinner. Service: they were accommodating to our large party as a walkin right before the end of the lunch. Our server knew the menu well! Food: Creamy seafood- It was indeed creamy and was flavorful Orecchiette: Supringly looks can be deceiving. When it first arrived I didnt have much expectations but it was delicious. I ate all of it! read more

Lakeside Grill - Seafood Near Me - Collingwood, Ontario

Overall a pretty decent spot, but I found the food average. Lake views were kind of nice and they have a quite serene ambience. Here's the rundown of the food: - table bread was just store bought bread which was a bit of a turn off, but at least it was warm and the butter was good - bruschetta flatbread was alright but way too heavy on the cheese - trout was pretty decent, good healthy options - steak was a bit underwhelming both in quality and seasoning - summer salad was good; pomegranate dressing was quite sweet. The food was overall not bad, but definitely a bit overpriced. Worth a try but doubt I'd return. read more

Lakeside Grill - Trout - Seafood Near Me - Collingwood, Ontario

Food was delicious and appealing. Service was great. The hostess lacked people skills but the food and servers made up for getting past her. Next time in Collingwood will make a point of dining here again. read more

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The reservation was easy to make and we were well accommodated for our special needs. The location was lovely and we were excited to be there. Staff were friendly and attentive. We had looked at the menu and knew the prices - therefore expected a very good meal. Then our food arrived: 1 person had Salmon and was very happy with it. 1 Person had the seafood linguini and said it was 'sad', the taste was decent by the seafood was rubber. 2 people had the Vegi Curry bowl and it was plain, tasteless and very disappointing 1 person had the ribeye and lobster tale, surf and turf and it was INEDIBLE! The steak was definitely not a rib eye, it was a cross between mushy, chewy and gristle floating in a greasy sauce. The lobster tale was rubber. The mashed were the best part. We took it home for our canine friends but ended up just throwing it out. read more

Ordered the Seafood Platter: Serves 2 ppl 2 Butter Poached Lobster Tails, Snow Crab Cluster, 4 Prawns, 2 East Coast Scallops, P.E.I. Mussels in a White Wine Broth, Chive Whipped Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables. This restauraunt is in Collingwood near Blue Mountain, so on the way towards or away from that area its a great pit stop. The lake is Lake Huron btw, not Lake Ontario so its a different view than most people in Toronto are used to. If this were Toronto or Montreal I'd say the main course dishes are over priced, but you have to keep in mind when you're this far out, the options for this type and level of food are far and between. The different crustations were all cooked beautifully and the poaching on the lobster tails and the broth the mussels were in made all the seafood moist and delicious. read more

Lakeside Grill - Seafood Platter - Seafood Near Me - Collingwood, Ontario

Was there with out of town friends, June 2nd .. unfortunately it was to windy to enjoy the great outdoors, but we did have a table looking out to the bay. This is the second time to be disappointed by the food .. the caesar salad was terrible & the pre cooked grill chicken dry out .. my friends from Toronto were also shocked @ food quality. With rising costs to go out & be charged high cost for food that were unsatisfactory is sad. 2 stars for the location .. which is lovely last time to order any meal from the lakeside grill‼ so sad Linda from Collingwood read more

The service here was okay! We started off with Oysters to share and they were great! The remainder of our meal consisted of the seafood chowder, salmon burger, and salad with prawns were underwhelming. The experience as a whole was average read more

Lakeside Grill - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Collingwood, Ontario

Catered to a group of 10 with ease. Everyone was happy, their menu is sure to please all of your party. We shared the calamari & mussels, both were good. Although not overly special or unique. Their house salad was presented beautifully, and equally as tasty, filling with a variety of beets, goat cheese & nuts. Steak & frites, grilled to perfection, paired nicely with crispy Brussel sprouts and au jus. I like their pre-fixe options here. The seafood linguini must stay as is- don't substitute for the zucchini pasta, as it waters it down and will leave you unsatisfied as two of our party ordered that and much preferred regular pasta.) I loved the scallop and shrimp however, we all didn't love the taste of the mussels this night. But, overall very good. Our server recommended the Leaping Horse wine, which we both enjoyed. The brownie on ice cream was awesome, the caramel really added to the dish and it was big enough to share. I also liked the coffee. read more

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We had a bad experience here last year but tried again last evening and it was fabulous. Great food, great service so we will be back. I highly recommend this restaurant read more

Great food, a little on the expensive side but worth it! We had the PEI Mussels and Crab Cakes to start. Entrees were the Miso Glazed Salmon and Shrimp Thai Curry Bowl. For the price it would have been nice to have a few more shrimp in the bowl. read more

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This place is absolutely a must have stop. I'm from the states and have made sure to come here twice in the last six months. Perfect stopping point on the way up to Toronto. Outdoor patio has a gorgeous view of the lake. The menu is extensive and has great options if you are vegetarian. read more

This place offers a robust menu inspire of the covid pandemic. Overall I was a tad disappointed. The food was hit and miss. Some quality offerings but most underwhelming dishes. We were disappointed by the outside seating. For a place called "lakeside" we had a view of a parking lot. The service was a little delayed, but may be due to the pandemic measures and outdoor seating. Finally, the drinks were strong and refreshing. However, at the price point of this restaurant, I would have expected timely service, an on the money menu and a gorgeous view of the marina. We got none of that. Try: Seared tuna bowl Avoid: Ceviche, Lobster Risotto read more

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Beautiful lakeside view, gorgeous interior decor and what seems to be a very fun restaurant is only whats worth it compared to its cuisine. Food: 2/5 Decor: 5/5 Service 3/5 Price: 2/5 Paid: 89.90 +tips for lunch for 2 Its almost always empty during lunch at this place and for sure understandable, the food was a quiet disappointing. They have 3 mains to choose from? A lot of sandwiches and flat breads and apps. From 15-25 each and the quality isnt up to it. I ordered the fish and chips however they name it like its some gourmet dish. The fish was fried WITH SKIN?? And riddled with fish bones,making it almost impossible to eat. After the first bite i sent it away. We also ordered steak, decent sized very thin and wasnt cooked properly we asked medium and go welldone, also sent back. Also sounded so good on menu but blasted our expectation. We had flat bread and calimary as apps, flat bread was super salty, and the calimary was okay but listed as cajun seasoned, which tasted more like a blast of cumin. SERVICE: was okay, the lady was nice enoufh to return our dishes, she was more fixated at the monitor screen though then her guests. I wouldnt come back to eat, as there are plenty of great places to eat around that location. read more

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Nice little restaurant overlooking the sailboats. Fast service and good food! Would recommended trying it! read more

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The bone marrow and octopus were my favorite, but everything else was not very good. The calamari tastes like tacos and the lobster mac n cheese comes with just a tiny bit of lobster flakes. read more

Restaurant was empty... Spent 5 min waiting cause say "wait to be seated" finally someone ask me what i want... Is a restaurant ... Is 9:00 pm what I want?... Eat!!! "Sorry we are closed, we close at 9:00". The app says closing time... 10:00. So I left. read more

Amazing food, ordered a shareable sea food platter, it was so good. We also got the oysters to start, best oysters I've ever had. Highly recommend this restaurant read more

Lakeside Grill - Sea food platter for 2 - Seafood Near Me - Collingwood, Ontario

I have eaten there several times and each time it got worse. The prices are way too high for what you get although the service was very good. I ordered the spinach/asiago dip and it was terrible. The chopped tomatoes were sour and there was too much raw onion which stayed with me the rest of the afternoon. My husband had the fish and chips and they were ok. The deconstructed lemon tart was dry and inedible. The coffee tasted old and bitter. My friend's salad was awful. I don't think we will go back. A couple of years ago I loved it. Now it has deteriorated and they better do something as the setting is lovely. Lower your prices and get another chef. read more

Not sure what's with the poor reviews. I've been here about 3-4 times, and I've been very happy with the food and service. My only complaint would be that the wine prices are a little steep, but the service and food quality is great. Everything is fresh, the staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome, and this is one of my partners favourite spots to get a steak (ribeye). I prefer the fish or seafood, I haven't been disappointed. I would give this place 4 stars, but feel the need to give 5 because I don't believe they deserve a 3 star review. Side note: if you look on trip advisor, they have a ton of pictures and reviews that seem more accurate and represent the experience a lot better. Also, Kerry is lovely. Kudos. Just ask and he will accommodate. Pictures are: short rib pappardelle (amazing), house beet salad, and a daily special deconstructed (they are very accommodating when it comes to preferences or allergies). read more

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I ordered the 8:30 takeout meal online, but I got it at 8:50, which delayed my time by 20 minutes. The rib eye steak is not rib eye at all, the steak is very thin. Supreme chicken has only a small piece of chicken breast. The burger patty is literally like tree bark. Tastes like chewing garbage. And I had already tipped when ordering online, and was asked to tip again when I arrived at the scene. It was originally a takeout order. I don't know how this restaurant is so shameless that it can ask for tips twice. My first day in the Blue Mountains was the worst restaurant I've ever had. read more

View and service and food were all excellent. Had an oyster starter, shrimp curry and artichoke salad. Options were a bit limited due to a food sensitivity but had a great meal nonetheless ! read more

Very nice place, very bad food!!!! I paid $70 for a "seafood platter" and half of it was mashed potatoes the rest was mostly veggies, a few mussels, and maybe 4 crab legs. They closed the kitchen without asking if we wanted to order dessert.. and to top it all up we had asked for a dish to go and the server clearly forgot about it then blamed it on the kitchen staff... don't waste your time - I'd rather go to McDonald's read more

This place is garbage. The food is terrible. The cajun calamari doesnt even taste like cajun. The taco is with small piece of fried fish. The ribs are bad and the sides tasted like they were sitting for a long. 1 star is for the view of the water. read more

I am extremely surprised, astonished, baffled and "again" disappointed! I had everything agreed with Sandy (very nice person, Ex- GM), and she carried out a proper email handover to Mark (new GM). I have been trying to contact him from a long time. I have sent emails and left messages with couple of associates at front desk, but till date I haven't heard back from him. If this is the GM, then I can only imagine the culture and values at the location! read more

What a waste of a beautiful view when management can not create an atmosphere that suits the decor! It was cold and music was way too loud. Cook managed to cook a hard boiled egg runny and crispy bacon also uncooked! Perhaps they were rushing because the meal was not able to be fixed because of change over! So I ended up with a meal I didn't want with a manager unapologetic pointing out at least I ate something on my plate! Ya, a sausage and a bite of toast they didn't even serve home made potatoes they were frozen deep fried! I had dinner plans and cancelled that based on the poor experience and intend not to return! That's a real miss in many categories! read more

We got so disappointed from the way they treated us, we waited so long almost 1 hour to get our simple breakfast ! then mug came with oily lips steak on it and when we asked for exchange waiter came without saying any sorry changed it to another one. another waiter who was pouring coffee for me made mess all over the table with coffee again without apologizing... plus no one was welcoming or smiling they were just robots specially the older male waiter that brought our meal later that everyone. read more

I have always had such great experiences at Lakeside and even now with take out it's just amazing. The family they have at there restaurant has always been so pleasant and I know it has been hard times latley with covid but they always seem to nail every meal. I will continue to come back every year to enjoy an amazing meal with my family! Highly recommen! read more

This was a wonderful find not only was the view amazing but the food and service was spectacular.... we had the pleasure of having a great dinner here with our family. Our wonderful waitress Jennifer recommended a lovely wine to enhance our short rib dinner. We will certainly be back. read more

If you want exemplary food with a very nicely appointed restaurant and a view of the water, this is the place. The waitstaff is very attentive and it would be a good place to bring a family or for a special event. In addition if you want to give someone a very special gift, the spa in the hotel is fabulous! read more

Best food and view in Collingwood!! Friendly and accommodating staff, I would highly recommend!!