I had an amazing time at Lake Side! The ambiance is really what sets this place apart--it has such…read morea relaxing and pleasant atmosphere that makes you want to stay a while. The food was excellent and clearly prepared with care. Every dish we tried was fresh and full of flavor. To top it off, the service was top-notch; the staff was attentive without being overbearing, making sure we had everything we needed for a great meal. Whether you're looking for a nice spot for a date or just a high-quality meal in a beautiful setting, this is the place to go. I'll definitely be back soon!

Popped in this evening for the first time I had the…read moreeggplant Parmesan and a slice of pepperoni pizza and my husband had the porchetta and meatballs with sauce! We were both very happy with the flavour and portion size of our meals! The sauce is delicious and everything was perfectly seasoned. Our server was a polite and sweet young lady which made the experience lovely from start to finish

New in area and had a desire for a veal sandwich and small salad. I successfully navigated to this…read moreestablishment with my GPS. Inside the decorum was quite pleasant with a lot of black and white family photos. Nice atmosphere and good service. I enjoyed the veal sandwich and the Caesar's salad hit the spot. Worthy of a return visit and sampling other menu choices.

We happened to drive by Zio's Restaurant and for some reason, it caught our eye. I don't know what…read moreit was but something told me I had to try it out. Man was I right. To start, as you enter the place, the owner's wife greets you with a very friendly "Hello" you are then seated and offered the menu. We ordered Bruschetta for appetizer and I ordered the Veal Sandwich which was Incredible. My daughter had the Pizza and my wife the Fettuccine Alfredo. We ate and left very satisfied. I give this place 5 stars. I loved the people, the vibe, the low music which allowed us to converse, The food, the atmosphere, the pictures on the wall (they are authentic by the way, I asked) and everything about the experience. I hope they open a location in South Barrie. Until they do, This will be our go-to place for Italian restaurant with a friendly smile. If you are like my wife, Restroom cleanliness tells her how clean the restaurant is. She was very impressed with this one (Thank God). This made me and my daughter breathe easy, as it meant that "We are staying". Thank You Giancarlo!!

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.

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!

I was in the mood for pasta around 7 pm. The Sicilian Gourmet Pizza and Pasta showed up on my Yelp…read moreapp as a dining option. I ordered a takeout of bruschetta bread with tomatoes and cheese along with a spaghetti dinner with meat sauce and roasted red peppers. The phone service and pickup went off without any hitches. I noticed the restaurant ambience although a bit small was quite pleasant and projected the appearance of a small Italian Bar. Worthy of a return visit. The posted luncheon sandwich menu looked quite good and the price wasn't bad.

I arrived in barrie and I was looking for some good food late at night and it was better than I…read morecould of imagine food was delicious I would recommend the chicken Paradigana it was pretty good and good costumer service

A very decent Italian eatery…read more Pizza was good and the chicken parm sandwich was massive and delicious. I will definitely go back to this place. 7.8 out of 10.

I love this place! They have amazing service and even better…read morefood. Their portion sizes are large! Their pizzas and pastas are sooo delicious. We have had the pesto, carbonara, alfredo and arrabiata sauces and they are just divine. They also have an amazing selection of desserts- the tiramisus are to die for!

**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.

Small takeout establishment with a few small tables for dining in. Casual dining for those on the…read morerun. Good homemade quality sandwiches and Italian food. Ordered a couple of veal sandwiches for takeout which were quite tasty and reasonably priced. Service was quick pleasant and friendly.

A great spot for a hot or cold drink, freshly made baked goods, take-home homemade Italian food,…read moredeli items and a hot table. They've got it all and it's all delicious! If you ask nicely, chef Francesco might even sing to you when you're there!

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.