Top Casual & Family Restaurants in Barrie
Jack Astor's + Freida's Beverage Kitchen Barrie
Bar-and-grill chain recently renovated with an upgraded menu and espresso bar.
Why It Made the List: The highest review volume of any restaurant in Barrie, with reviewers consistently praising smash burgers, fast attentive service, and a fresh new look after recent renovations.
Website: jackastors.com
Phone: (705) 722-4737
Address: 70 Mapleview Dr W, Barrie, ON L4M 4S7 (View on Map)
Rating: 4.5★ (5,149 reviews)
Scaddabush Italian Kitchen & Bar Barrie
Italian kitchen and bar with scratch-made pasta and a live mozzarella-pulling station.
Why It Made the List: Reviewers consistently rave about the made-from-scratch pasta and pizza, with servers frequently singled out by name for turning a meal into a genuinely memorable night out.
Phone: (705) 712-2561
Address: 129 Park Pl Blvd, Barrie, ON L4N 0L1 (View on Map)
Rating: 4.8★ (4,798 reviews)
One Eyed Jack Restaurant & Bar Barrie
Casual family-friendly restaurant and bar known for large portions at reasonable prices.
Why It Made the List: Reviewers consistently describe huge portions relative to price, a modern, family-friendly atmosphere, and servers who keep large group orders running smoothly.
Phone: (705) 999-7874
Address: 165 Wellington St W Unit 10, Barrie, ON L4N 1L1 (View on Map)
Rating: 4.7★ (2,573 reviews)
The Farmhouse Restaurant
Long-running restaurant with lake views and a second-floor event space that hosts weddings.
Why It Made the List: Most reviewers describe a cozy atmosphere and standout breakfast dishes, though a handful of reviews describe an over-salted dish or a limited menu — the fried chicken benny and lake-view balcony are the most consistently praised draws.
Phone: (705) 737-0522
Address: 268 Bradford St, Barrie, ON L4N 3B7 (View on Map)
Rating: 4.3★ (2,382 reviews)
SymposiumCafeRestaurant Barrie
All-day restaurant and dessert cafe known for its cake selection and two-can-dine deals.
Why It Made the List: Reviewers consistently praise the cake and coffee combo, with staff walking through the full dessert case to help pick a favourite — a good spot for a relaxed, unhurried meal or dessert stop.
Phone: (705) 727-9009
Address: 307 Cundles Rd E, Barrie, ON L4M 0G9 (View on Map)
Rating: 4.3★ (1,609 reviews)
Cottage Canoe Restaurant
All-day family restaurant and bar near Highway 400, also hosting private events.
Why It Made the List: Reviewers highlight flexible, accommodating event planning for milestone celebrations, along with reasonably priced, generously portioned breakfast and lunch options.
Phone: (705) 737-0086
Address: 453 Dunlop St W, Barrie, ON L4N 1C2 (View on Map)
Rating: 4.3★ (914 reviews)
Moxies Barrie Park Place Restaurant
Upscale casual restaurant and bar known for its steaks and cocktail menu.
Why It Made the List: Reviewers consistently praise a polished atmosphere paired with genuinely good food — calamari, mahi mahi, and steaks all get specific mentions — with a management team that clearly trains staff well.
Phone: (705) 230-0450
Address: 139 Park Pl Blvd, Barrie, ON L4N 6P1 (View on Map)
Rating: 4.8★ (677 reviews)
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