Lot 88 Kitchen - Orillia

I have been in the culinary industry for many years, but I've never experienced anything quite like this. The Surf n' Turf was fantastic; I was able to cook the scallops just the way I like them—perfectly buttery and tender, without being overcooked. The steak was also excellent, allowing me to slice off small pieces and sear them in just seconds. The lava rock kept hot for an impressive amount of time, so my food never cooled down. I'm in Orillia for work, courtesy of my boss, and I think I've found my go-to spot for the week!

The lamb with demi sauce was excellent. However, I wish there had been a bit more creativity with the vegetables, as they mainly consisted of beets and just a small portion of broccoli. The deep-fried potatoes were fantastic, but I would have liked a larger serving. I'll definitely return!

We hosted our Christmas party at LOT 88, and it was fantastic! The service was exceptional, the food was delicious, and overall, it was a wonderful place to spend the evening.

I visited with family for my birthday dinner, and had a great time! Would love to come back another

Came here for a Taste of Lake Country set dinner date night and instantly got a bad vibe. The decor and menu reminds me of what The Keg looked like 15 20 years ago. People were crowded at the front waiting to be seated despite reservations (we were one of them). We were presented a glass of wine with a fly in it, followed by slow 45 min wait for entree service the waitress seemed to be attending to tables all over the restaurant and she seemed to remember our mains after a reminder. The salmon was dry and overdone (kudos to the manager for getting some glaze) and the steak on the hot plate was a novelty at best If I wanted to cook my own steak, I would have stayed at home! Baked potato was literally just that with some sour cream and the side veggies were one red pepper slice, one broccoli floret and a bunch of beets! Look elsewhere if you want better food for over $50 a person.