Local Gems in Simcoe County
Have you discovered any hidden gems in Simcoe County? Let us know about great places to eat, shop, and play by clicking on this link.
Here are a few great spots we’ve uncovered:
Adjala-Tosorontio
A Taste of Freedom
Looking for a special place to celebrate? Adjala-Tosorontio has a charming French restaurant set in a beautiful, restored Victorian Home. The steaks are hand-cut, the pasta sauces are made in-house, and there is a lovely garden patio to enjoy when the weather is fine.
Barrie
Theatre by the Bay
Enjoy high calibre live theatre, affordably accessed along Barrie’s beautiful waterfront. Celebrating over 15 years, Theatre by the Bay’s mandate is to provide the highest quality of professional, live theatre that is accessible and affordable to residents of Simcoe County and beyond.
Bradford West Gwillimbury
La MexiCanada Restaurant
If you’re looking for an authentic, five-star Mexican food experience, locals will direct you to La MexiCanada Restaurant. Check out their mouth-watering menu:
www.dine.to/la_mexicanada_restaurant/menu
Clearview
Creemore Springs Brewery
In a century-old main street building right in the heart of this beautiful village, one of Ontario’s favourite beers, Creemore Springs Premium Lager, is made.
Essa
Brain Freezz
Next time you have a hankering for ice cream, check out Brain Freezz. Thornton’s renowned Ice cream parlour at the corner of Barrie St. and Robert St. has been a staple since 1990.
Innisfil
Innisfil Public Library- Lakeshore Branch
If you’re seeking inspiration and a place to engage in the creative – this is the place! Complete with 3D printers, green screen, soldering station, computer lab, sound studio, study rooms, performance space, coffee bar, digital media lab, and more. It’s your library- reimagined.
Midland
Boathouse Eatery
If you’re in Midland and you’re looking for the best view in town, this waterfront patio may just be it. This casual fine dining restaurant overlooks beautiful Georgian Bay.
Newmarket
Fairy Lake Park
An urban oasis and conservation area complete with lake, walking trails and a waterfall.
New Tecumseth
South Simcoe Railway
Travel in restored 1920s coaches over the rails of a century-old branch line.
Orillia
Waterfront
Located on the shores of two connected lakes, Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching, Orillia’s waterfront includes more than 21 acres of park space and is a focal point for special events, community festivals and boating enthusiasts.
Oro-Medonte
Sunset Drive-in
An authentic, retro outdoor movie theatre with 3 screens, a playground and dog friendly atmosphere.
Penetanguishene
King’s Wharf Theatre
King’s Wharf Theatre is a modern performance facility with rustic charm along the boardwalk of beautiful Georgina Bay.
Severn
Trent Severn Waterway
Boat, canoe or stroll in and along the meandering canal that deems Canal Rd. in Washago a National Historic Site.
Springwater
Elmvale Jungle Zoo
Admire the beauty of exotic birds, majestic lions, tigers, monkeys and other wildlife in the natural surroundings of the park’s 25 acres.
Tay
Tay Shore Trail
The 17 km of abandoned CN rail corridor is every cyclist’s dream.
www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/tay-shore-trail
Tiny
Mad Michael’s
The locally renowned Yellow House serves up locally sourced food and baked goods, all made on-premise.
Wasaga Beach
Blueberry Trails
Don’t miss the chance to enjoy 30 km of groomed Nordic ski terrain located in Wasaga Beach Provincial Park.
www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/blueberry-trail-wasaga-beach-provincial-park
