Barrie Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Barrie

February 15, 2018 Alice Mieles

Barrie is a city, and manifesting regional centre in Central Ontario, Canada, pleasantly positioned on the shores of Kempenfelt Bay, the western arm of Lake Simcoe. The city is located in, and county seat of Simcoe County, however is considered politically independent. It is part of the historically significant Huronia region of Central Ontario, and is within the northern part of the Greater Golden Horseshoe, a densely populated and industrialized region of Ontario.
Things to do in Barrie

1. Mandarin Restaurant

28 Fairview Rd, Barrie, Ontario L4N 4P3, Canada Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Buffet, Accepts Credit Cards Chinese, Sushi, Asian, Canadian, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$47 - HK$196 +1 705-727-1000
Excellent
45%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 810 reviews

Mandarin Restaurant

Award-winning buffet featuring delicious Chinese, Canadian, and International dishes - all prepared fresh daily. Serving over 100 all-you-can-eat items including soups, salads, sushi, grilled items, hot entrees, and desserts. Also offering a-la-carte, take-out and Delivery.

Reviewed By Flyingdutchman951 - Orillia

Lots of free parking, warm welcome, Kind hostess, comfortable tables....and then the food, and more food and much more food.
Anything and everything you will ever want, from salmon to roast beef, form Japanese Sushi to anything Chinese, western salad bar, international Deserts you name it they have it. Roast beef dry and tough but you know that beforehand.
Clean washrooms, accessible, and 4 persons for a hundred bucks....who can beat that!!

2. Kenzington Burger Bar

40 Dunlop St E, Barrie, Ontario L4M 1A3, Canada Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Bar, Canadian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$39 - HK$86 +1 705-725-1667
Excellent
60%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 413 reviews

Kenzington Burger Bar

Reviewed By harvestlove - Toronto

I have been here many times. As a couple, with family and with friends. It’s a great spot. Go, grab a drink, grab a burger and have some fun. What else can I say? It’s a bar.

3. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar Barrie

391 Dunlop Street West, Barrie, Ontario L4N 1C3, Canada Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi American, Steakhouse, Canadian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$149 - HK$181 +1 705-720-7333
Excellent
54%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 579 reviews

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar Barrie

Reviewed By 1961MoutonRothschild - Gravenhurst, Canada

I grew up in Rosedale in Toronto and went to high school at Jarvis Collegiate. The first and original Keg, the Keg Mansion was literally across the street from my high school and it became a favourite hangout in the bar upstairs as well as for decades enjoying the terrific food there. It always had been my favourite Keg...until now. We now live in Gravenhurst in the Muskokas and often travel by or through Barrie. The Keg Barrie is now my favourite Keg. Great location just off Hwy. 400 and the ambience is fabulous. It's a big, beautiful restaurant with a fabulous bar. The staff is really friendly and although all the Kegs pretty much have the same menu, well, the food just to seem that much better. A word for the wise...avoid the Keg in Oshawa. The food really is hit and miss. I've been disappointed many times. I've been going to The Keg Restaurants for over 40 years!

4. Painters Hall Bistro

17 Clapperton St, Barrie, Ontario L4M 3E4, Canada Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards Steakhouse, Canadian, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Late Night HK$47 - HK$196 +1 705-797-8844
Excellent
67%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 354 reviews

Painters Hall Bistro

Classy, intimate bistro offering progressive Canadian cuisine. The perfect spot after work, for a romantic evening or an important business meeting. The "Hall" also shines as the place to enjoy your most special occasions. Call us today and let us customize your celebration.​ If it's worth celebrating, it's worth celebrating at the "Hall".

Reviewed By 775love2travel - Barrie, Canada

We spent a FABULOUS evening at Painter's Hall enjoying the delicious food and outstanding service! Our server Wagner made the perfect meal and wine pairing suggestions! He was always on top of the need for an additional glass while allowing us the private time we wanted to spend together. Always there when we needed him, superbly helpful, pleasant, charming and professional...but not too there when we were conversing. The food was also outstanding! I had the salmon and it was melt in your mouth perfect. We began with a delicious soup and I finished with the chocolate cake. I must confess, I was more than satisfied as the meal serving size was more than ample, but that chocolate cake was not to be missed and did not disappoint!!!! So mouthwateringly delicious! A perfect end to a perfect meal...we picked the ideal place to start Barrielicious!!!!! The price was very reasonable for this exquisite meal with outstanding service. I'm even thinking I might need to cancel one of the other Barrielicious bookings I have and come back here again it was so good! I think it will be difficult for anywhere else to measure up to this. I highly recommend this restaurant. What a delightful evening!!!! My favourite things...the food and the service.

5. PIE Wood Fired Pizza Joint

34 Commerce Park Dr, Barrie, Ontario L4N 8W8, Canada Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Italian, Pizza, Canadian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +1 705-725-9663
Excellent
45%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 476 reviews

PIE Wood Fired Pizza Joint

Reviewed By andrewmatthews23 - Ontario

My son and I stopped in here while in Barrie for a ski vacation. Excellent service and top notch pizza. The worst thing about this restaurant is trying to decide which pie to order.
Pizzas come out quick too because of the insanely hot brick oven. One pizza is perfect for two adults.
Great spot!

6. Urban Dish Grill & Wine Bar

367 Yonge St, Barrie, Ontario L4N 4C9, Canada Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Accepts Credit Cards Fusion, Wine Bar, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$94 - HK$275 +1 705-797-8909
Excellent
73%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 306 reviews

Urban Dish Grill & Wine Bar

"Fun and relaxed service with a casual flair and exceptional food. Located on Yonge Street, close to the water and downtown core, this upscale restaurant features contemporary cuisine and an extensive wine and cocktail list in a casual but fine dining atmosphere. Barrie's only mixologist, Kevin, can create a drink to please any palate and desire. Beside their beautiful patio, there's an on-site garden where there's a good chance you see the chefs picking fresh veggies and herbs for your meal. Open for lunch Monday to Friday and dinner from Monday to Saturday , they promise to provide a dining experience with such superior quality service and food that you will want to return. Reservations for lunch or dinner are always recommended and appreciated. If you haven't been there at all or even in a while...call and make Reservations. You just might find you have a new favourite spot in town."

Reviewed By Scott H

I'll admit it... I have a restaurant background and can be a little finicky when it comes to service, atmosphere and, of course, the food.
It is rare that I frequent a restaurant that I have to sit back and think about what could have been done differently or leave a comment on something that the server did, or did not, do.
It has been a few days now and our meal at The Urban Dish is still being discussed. Our server (Cathy) nailed service. Professional, friendly and attentive... How could I ask for more.
As for our meal... my mouth still waters to this day. Our beef tenderloins were cooked to perfection. Paired with the grilled oyster/shiitake mushrooms and then laid out on a bed of creamy rosemary polenta. How could you go wrong?
Bravo to the entire team.

7. Il Buco Ristorante

31 Dunlop St E | #101, Barrie, Ontario L4M 1A2, Canada Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa Italian, Mediterranean, Canadian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner HK$118 - HK$345 +1 705-735-9595
Excellent
71%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 573 reviews

Il Buco Ristorante

Reviewed By Mark K

A great place to go for either lunch or dinner. Great food that is fresh and flavorful at a reasonable price with excellent staff.

8. The Local Gastropub

37 Dunlop St W, Barrie, Ontario L4N 1A1, Canada Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards Gastropub, Bar, Pub, Canadian, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$63 - HK$181 +1 705-252-9220
Excellent
69%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 247 reviews

The Local Gastropub

Great home cooked pub food with the best selection of craft beer on tap North of Toronto. With large bay windows you have an indoor/outdoor atmosphere all through the year.

Reviewed By IMEC - Winnipeg, Canada

Dropped in for lunch while in town for a business meeting. Wanted a "local" place rather than one of the ubiquitous chain outlets and this place clearly fit the bill.
At least a dozen Ontario craft brews were on tap and the Saison that I chose was fresh, tasty and perfectly chilled. Had the daily special of "Braised Beef Sliders" - fantastic! Properly braised beef on a fresh roll with avocado, pickled onions and a mayo based dressing - surprisingly light while thoroughly satisfying and accompanied by hot, fresh cut fries.
Service was friendly, welcoming and professional. Looking forward to a return visit!

9. Donaleigh's Irish Public House

28 Dunlop St E, Barrie, Ontario L4M 1A3, Canada Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Irish, Bar, Pub, Canadian, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks +1 705-252-7733
Excellent
54%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 591 reviews

Donaleigh's Irish Public House

Reviewed By DebE225 - Barrie, Canada

We had lunch at Donaleigh's recently ... a large group celebrating an event. Our server was Rachel and she was outstanding. She took amazing care of our table while managing the rest of her section on a very busy Saturday.
Even though there were a lot of us, we had plenty of attention, drinks were produced and refilled almost instantly and we did not have to wait very long for our large and varied lunch order. Rachel handled it all brilliantly!
Everyone enjoyed their meals - no complaints! Everything was tasty and plentiful.
We all had a great time and will definitely be back!

10. Danny's Fish and Chips

411 Huronia Rd, Barrie, Ontario L4N 9B3, Canada Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Seafood, Canadian Lunch, Dinner +1 705-721-8998
Excellent
60%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 200 reviews

Danny's Fish and Chips

Reviewed By Landan - With my nose in a book....

We used to go to Danny's a lot when it was in Stroud. Went recently to the Barrie location and it was disappointing. I had the halibut and it was a very thin piece inside the batter. Nothing like previous visits. The coleslaw and tartar sauce now taste like they are out of a jar. You wait a long time for a table and its expensive, I expect better.

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