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    The Pepper Mill Steak and Pasta House

    4.3 (20 reviews)

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    Tammy C.

    The Pepper Mill is a wonderful experience. We knew it was going to be delicious based on the many cars in the parking lot. The restaurant is very charming on the inside and outside. The seats were comfortable and the ambiance it was warm and inviting. Our server, Becky was attentive and friendly. We ordered the spinach artichoke dip which was clearly made on site. The flavours were so perfect and I could tell they used marinated artichokes. It made it a unique yet familiar experience. I had the Italian wedding soup and my friend had the Caesar salad to start . I like that all the meals come with standard steakhouse options, including starters. We both chose a mixed grill so that we could have a taste of everything. It came with vegetables, and then we had an option of either pasta with Alfredo sauce, fries, wild rice, or the potato of the day. I went with pasta with Alfredo sauce. It was so yummy. And I want to give a shout out to the half rack ribs that come with the mixed grill. Everything was tender and juicy. But the ribs were definitely the big star of that show. I also ordered a virgin Caesar. Which was absolutely perfect. I think one of the reasons that the food is so good is because it's really obvious that everybody there cares about the food and the customer. And they care about each other. The interactions between staff that I witnessed showed that they work together very well as a team, but also They like each other. I will definitely come back to the Pepper Mill.

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    Naomi H.

    It was alright, I was just expecting a lot more. Appetizers were good, but there was nothing truly special about them that made them memorable or stand out. Overall, the entrees were decent, but also very plain. (Their Mixed Grill was the best thing we ate). Service was pretty slow and mediocre, but in the end, they got our food on the table, and didn't forget anything. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area looking for a nice night out with their group or family, but I wouldn't go here expecting anything extravagant or shockingly delicious.

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    Hangr Y.

    I visited The Pepper Mill on my drive home from the cottage. The food was great! I ordered the regular size smoked chicken carbonara pasta while my partner had the chicken club sandwich. Both were excellent. I loved the garlic pickles they used on the club sandwich - totally made it! The pasta was delicious too. It fed me for three separate meals. It was $2 less to get the smaller size so I thought, "what's $2 more!?". I'm happy I did as my fridge was empty when I got home so it made for a yummy a late night bite and breakfast the next morning. I was worried the chicken pieces would be huge since I was completed meat'd out but the chicken pieces were bite size & cubed. Plenty of prosciutto, too. The garlic bread was probably the best I've ever had, no lie. I should also add how much I liked their fries. They were served hot and crispy and not too salty. I've heard really good things about their burgers so I'll have to try those next time. The parking situation can be a bit tight during long weekends so keep that in mind. When we arrived there were plenty of spots and by the time we left we had another vehicle waiting to take our place. PS, the dress code seems to vary. I saw lots of locals dressed up and the tourists not so dressed up. I wreaked of bug spray and campfire and was wearing an XL males wife-beater, greasy bun & Blue Jays cap and short shorts and was allowed to dine in just fine. Don't by shy, head on in!

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    We got some take-out steak sandwiches on the way to the cottage. They were suuuuuper yummy. A great way to start the weekend!

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    1 year ago

    Awesome steak service and ambiance recommend peppercorn striploin steak wish there were more of the same restaurants

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    7 years ago

    A great cottage country restaurant. Food is consistent and they have fair prices. Service is good.

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    Great little restaurant with wonderful food. Service is a bit on the slow side from time to time but, worth the wait.

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    The Common Stove - Heirloom carrots

    The Common Stove

    4.6(21 reviews)
    74.5 km

    Good spot for a fun night out. Stopped by for dinner and got:…read more- Fillet with side Shishito Peppers and Mushrooms: Fillet was cooked to yhe perfect temperature and was lean yet tender. Shishito peppers had a nice bite, mushrooms were a tad salty. - Swinton Burger: It was ok, pretty standard burger. Patty had a nice pink tonight, though was a bit overcooked on the outside. Good amount of chunky fries. - Sticky Toffee Pudding: The definition of indulgence, as the pudding is drowning in a lake of sauce. - Sunshine Express: Refreshing cocktail. Absolute standout service that's welcoming and helpful. Kitchen is a bit slow, though likely due to the amount of guests they get. Prices are on the higher end. Vibe is elevated casual. Overall an enjoyable night out.

    Came here for my brothers birthday and made a reservation beforehand. Restaurant was pretty busy…read morethroughout the evening! Staff were really nice and they made a great recommendation with adding the carrots as a side. If i had to recommend a unique side it would be the carrots! It was so flavourful- we were all amazed by them. We had to order a steak and they really can cook these well. You can see where they fire them up on the grill. We ordered everything to share - Steak, pasta( i can't remember which one), carrots, fries, chop house potatoes, lamb chops and sticky toffee pudding. Everything we ordered and ate was absolutely delicious and I would definitely be back to enjoy another meal here! The vibe is cool in there, a good option if you're looking for a fancier dinner in the area.

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    Gnudi Dinner. Ricotta with Butternut squash. Absolutely Divine!

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    Muskoka On The Rocks

    Muskoka On The Rocks

    3.6(34 reviews)
    48.3 km
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    We really enjoyed our visit to Muskoka On The Rocks! They were noticeably short-staffed during our…read morevisit, but honestly, everyone still absolutely rocked it. The service stayed friendly and things came together nicely despite being understaffed. The food was delicious, and there are definitely some other things on the menu we'd love to come back and try. We especially wanted to try some dessert, but unfortunately we were way too full by the end of the meal! I ordered the Jerk Pork Chop, and I absolutely loved it. The jerk seasoning had a really nice kick without being overpowering, and the flavour was spot-on. The pork itself was tender with a fantastic grilled char. The mashed potatoes were a little bland on their own, but thankfully the Pineapple Curry Sauce that came on the side was incredible. It helped bring the potatoes to life and paired beautifully with the pork. That sauce was seriously tasty! My wife ordered the Red Thai Curry Pasta and really enjoyed it as well. She loved the flavour of the curry and the pasta, although she did wish there had been a little more shrimp. We also split a Keith's, which was nice. We would have liked to get a drink each, but we found the drink prices to be pretty overpriced, so we decided to stick with one. Overall, we had a great experience here. Delicious food, friendly staff who handled being short-staffed really well, and a menu with plenty more we'd like to try. We'll definitely consider coming back! For more food, travel, and travel reviews, check out our YouTube channel A&M Roam!

    Was staying at a nearby inn, so came here for dinner after a long-day hiking. Probably one of the…read moretop choices in the area. We came right before the snowstorm hit so it was just our table and one other regular sitting at the bar. The place was very chill. Food was ok. The deep fried clamaro and my Muskoka Burger were authentic but not impressive. Service was nice, the waitress girl was friendly. I'd recommend this place if you are with one of the inns in this area and not planning to travel far to dine.

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    Muskoka On The Rocks - Alexander Keith's

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    Muskoka Chophouse - Mushroom Fricassée

    Muskoka Chophouse

    3.1(13 reviews)
    76.1 km
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    Since our family was staying at the hotel for the weekend, they asked if we wanted to join them for…read moredinner. Instead of ordering individually, we went family-style and ordered the 50oz Tomahawk and some sides. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare and all the sides tasted great too. Service was great, from when we walked in at our reservation time. There were 2 toddlers in our party, so they seated us at a booth style table and brought a high chair. The kids were given paper cups with lids for their water. All of the staff were friendly, checking up on us, and one of them even helped us take a family photo! Not a stuffy environment at all, and dress code is casual as well. Lighting is a bit dim, but I guess that adds to the atmosphere.

    While staying overnight at JW Marriott Muskoka, we decided to come here for dinner…read more Reservation is highly recommended via Opentable. The evening we were there, it was busy with a lot of big groups. I won't recommend coming here for an intimate dining as the noise level is quite high. We shared Wild Caught Lump Crab Cake ($28), 26 oz Porterhouse ($85) and Grilled Broccolini ($9). Steak was cooked to perfection. Perfect for sharing! We also able to order cocktails from the lobby bar: Lakes. Grilled Peach Mojito was refreshing but a little ghetto for $15? Maybe a little more refined mixology skill would be good. Service was really slow from the delivery of cocktails and the food. The kitchen definitely overwhelmed. If you stayed overnight in the resort, it is worth giving it a try.

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    Muskoka Chophouse
    Muskoka Chophouse - Caesar Salad (half portion)

    Caesar Salad (half portion)

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    Era 67 - A prime rib dinner

    Era 67

    3.7(51 reviews)
    74.6 km
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    This restaurant checks the important boxes: great tasting and quality food, well presented,…read morepleasant ambiance with local (Toronto) artist's works, reasonable priced, pleasant and professional server (Cory). We had the halibut and stuffed chicken with yummy cheesecake.

    *** Update from our previous visit ***…read more My family had been to Era 67 in late September, and had a horrendous experience. After we posted our review the owner, Brian, contacted us to discuss what happened. He then offered for us to come back and give them another shot. We accepted, and returned this past Sunday (November 10th) When we arrived, we were seated quickly in the private room. Brian extended his apologies again and thanked us for returning. Our drink order was taken and delivered in a timely manner. My husband was impressed with his Old Fashioned, and said it was well made. We placed our appetizer and dinner choices at the same time. The appetizers were a bit slow to come out, however we attributed that to it being a busy evening. No big deal for us. We had the stuffed Yorkies, and the bruschetta. Both were excellent. Our dinners took longer than expected, but again, it was a busy night. 2 of us has the braised lamb shank, 2 had the Prime Rib special, and I had the striploin. They were worth the wait!! My brother wanted to lick his plate when he finished his lamb and said it was the best he's ever had. My steak was perfectly cooked, and the prime rib was also well enjoyed. Although we didn't have much space left, we elected to try their flourless chocolate torte for dessert, 2 pieces to be shared amongst us. It was super rich, but came with a raspberry coulis to help cut it. Excellent!! All in all, our experience was a million times better than our last. For me, personally, I do wish the food came out a bit faster, but aside from that, we were all very pleased. I've given it a 4 only because of the delay in between courses. The food was still worth the wait though. I know that my family plans to return. My mother wants to try the lamb after seeing how much my father and brother enjoyed theirs. Thanks for a great night, Brian.

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    Era 67 - Cory amid the ambiance.

    Cory amid the ambiance.

    Era 67 - A 10oz striploin steak

    A 10oz striploin steak

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