Location: Muskoka Lakes
Top Restaurants in Muskoka Lakes
Top Things to do in Muskoka Lakes
- 1. Johnston's Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery
- 2. The Port Carling Wall
- 3. Muskoka Lakes Winery
- 4. Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve
- 5. Kee to Bala
- 6. Hardy Lake Provincial Park
- 7. Bala's Museum with Memories of Lucy Maud Montgomery
- 8. Muskoka Lakes Museum
- 9. Huckleberry Rock Lookout Trail
- 10. Iroquois Cranberry Growers
Where to Eat in Muskoka Lakes: The Best Restaurants and Bars
The Township of Muskoka Lakes is an area municipality of the District Municipality of Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. It has a year-round population of 6,588.
Things to do in Muskoka Lakes
1. Sherwood Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Nestled among towering century-old pines at the very edge of Muskoka's sparkling Lake Joseph, Sherwood Inn is a retreat unlike any other. Among the most authentic Ontario Inns, each guestroom and cottage suite at the Sherwood Inn is decorated to reflect the traditional character of Muskoka, and is complete with every modern convenience you would expect from a Muskoka hotel. Many rooms feature cozy wood-burning fireplaces and jacuzzi tubs. Open year round, Sherwood Inn guests can enjoy abundant on-site activities as well many Port Carling Attractions. Visitors to our elegant Inn at Lake Joseph experience gracious hospitality, luxurious pampering, and absolute tranquility. Plan a relaxing getaway today and experience life at one of the most majestic Ontario Inns, the Sherwood Inn on Lake Joseph in beautiful Muskoka, Ontario! Visit us once. Love us forever.
Reviewed By John B - Chatham, Canada
Had 2 wonderful meals from this place. My filet mignon was done to perfection and had a tasty array of roasted vegetables. My wife's stuffed chicken was also delicious and rave worthy. Excellent wine selection and good service in a peaceful and lovely setting. My only complaint would be that the carpet needed some vacuuming because there was food all over it, and we ate at the first sitting of the evening.
2. Cottages
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 146 reviews
Bright, welcoming and friendly - Cottages restaurant offers hearty selections made with the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Overlooking Lake Rosseau, this restaurant expands in summer to include a spectacular patio. Year-round, the breakfast buffet features omelets and Belgian waffles made to order. True to its name, the environment at Cottages is reminiscent of spending time at the cottage with family and friends. Enjoy the work of local artists on display throughout the restaurant.
Reviewed By ErwinFromBelgium - Belgium
The breakfast buffet is very average (and I'm being generous here); the dinner buffet was a drama - quality, variety, presentation of food is below standard. Also the decor is really outdated and the outside Terrace lacks atmosphere.ErwinFromBelgium, thank you for your review. I am sorry to read that your dining experience was not as expected and hope you will contact the leadership team to discuss the specifics of your stay. Thank you for your feedback.
3. Turtle Jack's Muskoka Grill
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By ToSquareBob1 - Kitchener, Canada
Stopped for lunch on a Thursday. It was quite chilly so we didn't eat outside but the deck looked like a great place to have a meal.
I had a naan chicken Sandwich which was quite good: fries were average at best. My wife had a french onion soup which was OK, but overpriced at $ 10.00.
The atmosphere here is great. Lively, friendly servers, music and a great view. If you are looking for a nice spot with decent food, this is a good place to try.
4. The Rock Grill and Patio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
At highly rated Nick Faldo-designed golf club.
Reviewed By CherWhitby - Whitby
Recently had dinner here. Our wonderful server also picked us up from Clevelands House and drove us back! Service was excellent . The view overlooking the golf course was great. Thanks to our server for going out of her way to get markers, pens so that the grandkids could color. The dinner was very good. Had to move indoors to finish our wine, those nasty mosquitos were out. The staff never rushed us so very enjoyable.
5. Loondocks Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 221 reviews
Fresh and local fine dining in the heart of Muskoka.
Reviewed By Jeff F - Thornhill, Canada
I have no idea why this restaurant is so highly rated. It is extremely over priced and the food is nothing special. $7 to add one (1) shrimp to a pasta dish? I have never heard of something so ridiculous. I came home to Toronto the following night and 4 of us had a lovely and far more delicious dinner for less than what we paid here for 2 of us. There are much better places to eat in Muskoka.
6. Dons Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By Pamm1971 - Ontario, Canada
We went to Don's based on recommendations from the Internet. Apparently the butter tarts are all the rage. We ordered one of each and are glad we stopped at that. The dough was tasteless and not flaky and the contents was not very flavourful and kind of gel like. Plus there wasn't much filling even there. Try a buttertart at the Tobermory Bakery if you want to know what a real one taste like. Too bad.
7. Abbey's Bakehouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Madebes - Naples, Florida
Wonderful quiches for an easy breakfast when you have company at the cottage. The focaccia is excellent - great to make appetizers or croutons. Freezes well.
Miss the deep dish crumb top apple pie they used to make.
They have double crust cherry, apple or blueberry now.
Port carling location has an ice cream shop behind their store.
8. Teca
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 159 reviews
At Teca, we focus on simple, delicious Chef-crafted food made with the freshest ingredients. Sounds from the open kitchen and the aroma of the woodstone oven create the environment of a Italian family gathering. This is a place for great food, conversation, laughter with friends and loved ones. Group gatherings are elevated by the emphasis on family-style dining.
Reviewed By perthcountytraveller - Mitchell, Canada
The service was quicker and the food quality was much better than our last visit. Maybe they are taking the comments to heart from guests. But we also were the last Seating of the night so maybe that had something to do with it because we heard from other guests that service for them was still slow.
9. Cottage Cravings Cafe & Gift Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Award winning Cafe & Gift Shop. Soups, sandwiches, coffee, tea and Muskoka's largest hot chocolate bar. Ice cream, frozen yogurt and milkshakes. Ready made meals. Gift shop with gourmet foods and items for home and cottage.
Reviewed By Lisetteki
It is always busy here and you can call and order pastries. The boutique is nice and offers a lot of different gift items and cottage decor.
The issue is... it smells terrible. I wish I knew what the smell was. We have stopped by twice but had to leave because of the smell. I feel bad writing this but someone has to say something. We go elsewhere when we drive by because of this ... sorry.
But the whole going nose blind must be true for the staff.
10. Lakeside Bala
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By HappyEarthWalker - Brampton, Canada
This place is a fantastic spot for lunch. Directly on the water and accessible by boat or car, Lakeside offers an excellent breakfast and lunch menu. We tried the vegetarian and chicken wraps, the butternut squash and cranberry soup and the thin crust pizzas. All were delicious with excellent presentation, quality and more than adequate quantity. Prices are a bit high but normal for the area and well worth it for the quality, lovely view and friendly service.
