Glenn Burney Lodge - Parry Sound

During the 1980s, there were very few attractions in the Penetanguishene and Midland area that were deserving of a strong recommendation, but this restaurant was one of them.

This restaurant is a must-visit for all Canadians, as it offers a great cultural experience and is also fun for children. There is so much to do here!

The location is absolutely wonderful, the staff very friendly; but compared to the former Glenn Burney dining lounge, which sadly burned to the ground a few years ago, the food choice is limited and far from its former spectacular self. The ribs were under-cooked by a long shot, the main course selection limited and not terribly interesting. On the date we dined, the draft beer was out of order and there was no bacon which features on the menu. We did have a plate for 2-4 people of a wide selection of smoked fish, meat and cheese that was a tasty appetizer. but other than battered fish and chips there was no seafood served as a main.

We arrived for an early dinner and it looked as if a large lunch crowd has just left - AND just in time for a wait staff shift change.This is an outdoor restaurant on the shore of Georgian Bay. The decor in the restaurant and the bar area is very nicely finished but is already starting to look a little tired. I suspect that they need a professional housekeeping/cleaning staff!Our waitress confessed immediately that she was very new - she had just started. So - some questions needed some research BUT she was very friendly and polite and got us any answers we needed! The food was a little spotty but good. Maybe not quite good enough for the price but still good. We had a Beer battered Pickerel and Chicken wings with salad. The Chicken and the salad was Excellent and the fish was just OK. Not bad but nothing to write home about either!The unique thing here is the Large Screen TV - and I mean LARGE SCREEN TV - is actually floating on a raft right in front of the Restaurant! What a great draw for sport events. You have to see this - at least once. All in all - a good start. We'll give them a try again next year!

The GBL Patio is a delightful spot in Parry Sound. The bar/lounge area is well-designed for its location, with plenty of waterfront tables at different levels. There's a large floating screen that doesn't obstruct the view, and the staff, while a bit quirky, are competent. The local brew (Norse) and other drinks are great, and the music selection is good (no rap or anything like that). And then there's the food - our dry aged burgers with delicious cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh toppings were fantastic. We couldn't finish our meal at the restaurant and ended up taking the rest home. We'll definitely return for a Pimm's and the pickerel. Just a heads up - the parking lot is quite a distance from the restaurant and there are stairs to navigate. Boat access is easy, but those with mobility issues may have some difficulty.