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Food scene

Situated in Victoria Harbour on beautiful Georgian Bay aside Queen's Cove Marina, The Queen’s Quay British Pub and Restaurant offers authentic British & Canadian food as well as a wide variety of import & craft beers. Enjoy a lovely glass of wine while taking in the magnificent view of the harbour on our quaint outdoor patio, or relax inside the warm and inviting atmosphere of an authentic British Pub. With a bar and a patio table this is a place where everyone will feel at ease.
32 locals recommend
The Queen's Quay British Pub And Restaurant
67 Juneau Rd
32 locals recommend
Situated in Victoria Harbour on beautiful Georgian Bay aside Queen's Cove Marina, The Queen’s Quay British Pub and Restaurant offers authentic British & Canadian food as well as a wide variety of import & craft beers. Enjoy a lovely glass of wine while taking in the magnificent view of the harbour on our quaint outdoor patio, or relax inside the warm and inviting atmosphere of an authentic British Pub. With a bar and a patio table this is a place where everyone will feel at ease.
The atmosphere at Mom’s is warm and casual but we are serious about serving you the freshest flavours, prepared with respect and served with care. Try a full rack of our slow-roasted charcoal broiled ribs basted in our special honey garlic BBQ sauce or a perfectly cooked salmon filet delicately enhanced with herbs and spices. Whether you’re craving a hearty breakfast to fuel up for a long day, seeking a light but satisfying lunch to keep your diet on track, taking a break from kitchen duty one evening or planning a special evening out, Mom’s menu has an array of choices for you!
19 locals recommend
Mom's Restaurant
200 Pillsbury Dr
19 locals recommend
The atmosphere at Mom’s is warm and casual but we are serious about serving you the freshest flavours, prepared with respect and served with care. Try a full rack of our slow-roasted charcoal broiled ribs basted in our special honey garlic BBQ sauce or a perfectly cooked salmon filet delicately enhanced with herbs and spices. Whether you’re craving a hearty breakfast to fuel up for a long day, seeking a light but satisfying lunch to keep your diet on track, taking a break from kitchen duty one evening or planning a special evening out, Mom’s menu has an array of choices for you!
Dino's Fresh Food Deli is the home of mile high sandwiches, fresh made salads, home made soups, gourmet steamed hot dogs and hand made butter tarts. Customers rave about our mile high corned beef on rye and world famous pasta salad. We are committed to giving you a great food experience! We have been in the same location downtown Midland for over 30 years! A mainstay on King Street in Midland, Dino is the fourth generation of his family to have a business on King Street. His great grandfather owned and operated Midland Candy Works, his grandmother owned and operated the Diana Restaurant, and his father owned and operated Uptown Billiards in our current location at 319 King Street. Dino's Gallery in the restaurant and back hallway pays homage to Midland's past and features the development of the town and downtown over the years.
46 locals recommend
Dino's Fresh Food Deli
319 King St
46 locals recommend
Dino's Fresh Food Deli is the home of mile high sandwiches, fresh made salads, home made soups, gourmet steamed hot dogs and hand made butter tarts. Customers rave about our mile high corned beef on rye and world famous pasta salad. We are committed to giving you a great food experience! We have been in the same location downtown Midland for over 30 years! A mainstay on King Street in Midland, Dino is the fourth generation of his family to have a business on King Street. His great grandfather owned and operated Midland Candy Works, his grandmother owned and operated the Diana Restaurant, and his father owned and operated Uptown Billiards in our current location at 319 King Street. Dino's Gallery in the restaurant and back hallway pays homage to Midland's past and features the development of the town and downtown over the years.
Dillon’s is open for lunch, starting at 11:30 am daily (they're closed on Sunday and Monday). Experience their entire lunch menu, including their roasted garlic meatballs, pizzas, and their salads, sure to please your palate. They make every traditional wood-fired pizza by hand and cook it in a 900° wood-fired oven. It’s ready in 90 seconds. They prepare all their food daily using fresh local ingredients. Their dinner service begins at 4 pm (Tuesday to Saturday). I recommend reservations as spots are limited.
57 locals recommend
Dillon's Wood Fired Pizza
244 King St
57 locals recommend
Dillon’s is open for lunch, starting at 11:30 am daily (they're closed on Sunday and Monday). Experience their entire lunch menu, including their roasted garlic meatballs, pizzas, and their salads, sure to please your palate. They make every traditional wood-fired pizza by hand and cook it in a 900° wood-fired oven. It’s ready in 90 seconds. They prepare all their food daily using fresh local ingredients. Their dinner service begins at 4 pm (Tuesday to Saturday). I recommend reservations as spots are limited.

Sightseeing

Martyrs' Shrine is home to a wide variety of beautiful outdoor spaces for reflection and witness to God's grace in our natural environment. For almost a century, our journey here with St. Jean de Brébeuf and his companions has brought millions of pilgrims to moments of prayer, healing, and fellowship. We invite you to join us on that journey of love and discovery as together we seek a deeper union with Jesus Christ.
80 locals recommend
Martyrs' Shrine
16163 ON-12
80 locals recommend
Martyrs' Shrine is home to a wide variety of beautiful outdoor spaces for reflection and witness to God's grace in our natural environment. For almost a century, our journey here with St. Jean de Brébeuf and his companions has brought millions of pilgrims to moments of prayer, healing, and fellowship. We invite you to join us on that journey of love and discovery as together we seek a deeper union with Jesus Christ.
The Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre is located on 3,000 acres of Provincially Significant Wetlands and woodlands in Tay, Ontario in the Heart of Georgian Bay. Visitors of all ages and abilities are encouraged to discover raptors & reptiles in our interpretive display hall, explore our hiking, cross country ski & snowshoeing trails, experience canoeing & kayaking on a guided tour through the marsh channels, visit the observation tower, floating boardwalks, waterfowl monitoring platform, wildflower gardens, the bee house and so much more. Wye Marsh offers a variety of guided programming, both drop-in & pre-registered, from guided walks to mocassin making workshops.
156 locals recommend
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
16160 Highway 12 East
156 locals recommend
The Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre is located on 3,000 acres of Provincially Significant Wetlands and woodlands in Tay, Ontario in the Heart of Georgian Bay. Visitors of all ages and abilities are encouraged to discover raptors & reptiles in our interpretive display hall, explore our hiking, cross country ski & snowshoeing trails, experience canoeing & kayaking on a guided tour through the marsh channels, visit the observation tower, floating boardwalks, waterfowl monitoring platform, wildflower gardens, the bee house and so much more. Wye Marsh offers a variety of guided programming, both drop-in & pre-registered, from guided walks to mocassin making workshops.
Ontario’s first European Community, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons was the headquarters for the French Jesuit Mission to the Huron Wendat people. In 1639, the Jesuits, along with French lay workers, began construction of a fenced community that included barracks, a church, workshops, residences, and a sheltered area for Indigenous visitors.
115 locals recommend
Saint Marie Among the Hurons
115 locals recommend
Ontario’s first European Community, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons was the headquarters for the French Jesuit Mission to the Huron Wendat people. In 1639, the Jesuits, along with French lay workers, began construction of a fenced community that included barracks, a church, workshops, residences, and a sheltered area for Indigenous visitors.
The world’s largest freshwater archipelago—home to a boat-access nature preserve situated where the windswept white pines and granite shores of the Canadian Shield turn to dense deciduous woodland. Here, adventure is easy. Cycle wooded trails, overnight at secluded campsites or waterfront cabins and hike to viewpoints atop emerald shoreline. The landscape of Georgian Bay Islands National Park inspired the Group of Seven.
37 locals recommend
Georgian Bay Islands National Park
37 locals recommend
The world’s largest freshwater archipelago—home to a boat-access nature preserve situated where the windswept white pines and granite shores of the Canadian Shield turn to dense deciduous woodland. Here, adventure is easy. Cycle wooded trails, overnight at secluded campsites or waterfront cabins and hike to viewpoints atop emerald shoreline. The landscape of Georgian Bay Islands National Park inspired the Group of Seven.
Scenic views by the bay, shopping and food form some of the most popular cafés and restaurants. Beautiful library to view.
Downtown Midland Management Board
208 King St
Scenic views by the bay, shopping and food form some of the most popular cafés and restaurants. Beautiful library to view.
“Georgian Bay is breathtakingly beautiful and the view from the Island Queen is absolutely stunning. Overall a fantastic Canadian adventure that I’m so happy we did on our vacation.”
67 locals recommend
Island Queen Cruise
9 Bay St
67 locals recommend
“Georgian Bay is breathtakingly beautiful and the view from the Island Queen is absolutely stunning. Overall a fantastic Canadian adventure that I’m so happy we did on our vacation.”
A cruise everyone will enjoy. This 3-hour tour of Georgian Bay features Giant’s Tomb, Beausoleil Island and so much more. The cruise is narrated by our Captain. The ship is liquor licensed and we feature a variety of hot off the BBQ offerings, Sandwiches, Salads, Snacks and more.
Georgian Bay Spirit Cruises
A cruise everyone will enjoy. This 3-hour tour of Georgian Bay features Giant’s Tomb, Beausoleil Island and so much more. The cruise is narrated by our Captain. The ship is liquor licensed and we feature a variety of hot off the BBQ offerings, Sandwiches, Salads, Snacks and more.
What You'll Like: A charming family park with scenic landscape that has inspired painters Many semi-private, waterfront, electrical and non-electrical campsites Conveniently located off Hwy 400 in beautiful Muskoka Three sandy beaches, including designated pet beach Playground and picnic areas with picnic shelter for rent Canoe, kayak and standup paddle board Three rugged, picturesque hiking trails Well-known for recreational boating and fishing Park store with a wide range of products available
13 locals recommend
Six Mile Lake Provincial Park
2024 Joe King's Rd
13 locals recommend
What You'll Like: A charming family park with scenic landscape that has inspired painters Many semi-private, waterfront, electrical and non-electrical campsites Conveniently located off Hwy 400 in beautiful Muskoka Three sandy beaches, including designated pet beach Playground and picnic areas with picnic shelter for rent Canoe, kayak and standup paddle board Three rugged, picturesque hiking trails Well-known for recreational boating and fishing Park store with a wide range of products available
Great for the whole family, clear shallow water and white sandy beach make this area a perfect recreational haven for the entire family. The water is shallow for many feet then deepens quite gradually. Sand beach, No Lifeguards (unsupervised), No pets allowed.
177 locals recommend
Balm Beach
7 Tiny Beaches Rd N
177 locals recommend
Great for the whole family, clear shallow water and white sandy beach make this area a perfect recreational haven for the entire family. The water is shallow for many feet then deepens quite gradually. Sand beach, No Lifeguards (unsupervised), No pets allowed.
Family Amusement at it's BEST. 1/2 mile paved track with 24 Go-Karts, 8 Double seaters so children too small to drive alone can enjoy in all the fun of racing. Fully lit for night racing. 18 hole Miniature Golf Course that is as much fun for the children as it is for the competitive golfers out there. A great place to bring the family for some fun or celebrate a birthday.
52 locals recommend
Balm Beach Go Karts & Mini Putt
239 Balm Beach Rd W
52 locals recommend
Family Amusement at it's BEST. 1/2 mile paved track with 24 Go-Karts, 8 Double seaters so children too small to drive alone can enjoy in all the fun of racing. Fully lit for night racing. 18 hole Miniature Golf Course that is as much fun for the children as it is for the competitive golfers out there. A great place to bring the family for some fun or celebrate a birthday.
Golf fanatics, picturesque and majestic, Oak Bay is where rocky outcroppings meet heroic tee shots. Located just minutes off HWY 400 at Port Severn, 10mins north of Highway 12. With a stunning clubhouse offering spectacular panoramic views and renowned cuisine that draws events.
27 locals recommend
Oak Bay Golf Club
67 Links Trail
27 locals recommend
Golf fanatics, picturesque and majestic, Oak Bay is where rocky outcroppings meet heroic tee shots. Located just minutes off HWY 400 at Port Severn, 10mins north of Highway 12. With a stunning clubhouse offering spectacular panoramic views and renowned cuisine that draws events.
MacKenzie Beach is a sandy beach with excellent views of the harbour. Just south of the beach is Albert Street parkette, a fantastic place for family picnics with more great views of the water.
MacKenzie Beach
6 Bergie Crescent
MacKenzie Beach is a sandy beach with excellent views of the harbour. Just south of the beach is Albert Street parkette, a fantastic place for family picnics with more great views of the water.

Grocery store in town

Details & Description A full service neighbourhood grocery store offering a home-style bakery, farm fresh produce, full-service meat department with butcher, seafood and ready to serve take home meals from Our Kitchen.
12 locals recommend
Foodland - Victoria Harbour
178 John St
12 locals recommend
Details & Description A full service neighbourhood grocery store offering a home-style bakery, farm fresh produce, full-service meat department with butcher, seafood and ready to serve take home meals from Our Kitchen.
144 Albert Street, Victoria Harbour, ON, L0K 2A0 Opening hours Saturday 10:00 - 18:00 Sunday 11:00 - 18:00 Monday Closed Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00 Thursday 10:00 - 18:00 Friday 10:00 - 20:00
8 locals recommend
LCBO
144 Albert St
8 locals recommend
144 Albert Street, Victoria Harbour, ON, L0K 2A0 Opening hours Saturday 10:00 - 18:00 Sunday 11:00 - 18:00 Monday Closed Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00 Thursday 10:00 - 18:00 Friday 10:00 - 20:00

Outdoor adventure rentals

This family-owned and operated company is committed to helping you create unforgettable memories with your family and friends. They have fun in all seasons including boat tours in the Spring, Summer and Fall and switch over to snowmobile tours in the Winter. They also have a fleet of boat rentals, jet ski rentals (Waverunners) and water toy rentals such as canoes, kayaks, SUP boards and more!
41 locals recommend
Diverse Rentals & Vacations
319 Champlain Road
41 locals recommend
This family-owned and operated company is committed to helping you create unforgettable memories with your family and friends. They have fun in all seasons including boat tours in the Spring, Summer and Fall and switch over to snowmobile tours in the Winter. They also have a fleet of boat rentals, jet ski rentals (Waverunners) and water toy rentals such as canoes, kayaks, SUP boards and more!