The Crazy Fox Bistro in Barrie

135 Bayfield St, Barrie, ON L4M 3B3, Canada

★★★★★
(509 reviews)
Categories: Fine dining restaurant American restaurant Seafood restaurant Steak house

About

The Crazy Fox has been providing the best casual fine dining in Barrie since 1986. Divine meals complemented with fine wines and impeccable service will provide you with an experience memories are made of

Website
thecrazyfoxbistro.com
Address
135 Bayfield St, Barrie, ON L4M 3B3, Canada
Plus Code
98V4+7P Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Saturday
4:30–10:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Cosy Romantic Upmarket
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

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Reviews

4.6
★★★★★
509 reviews

Most Mentioned

shrimp (17) pecan (13) patio (10) take out (10) date (9) salmon (9) ceasar salad (9) filet mignon (7) creme brulee (6) rack of lamb (5)
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★★★★★
November 3, 2024

WOW what a Hidden gem 💎 Me and my husband were looking for a new restaurant to try and we are so glad we found this place. It is everything you would want for a romantic date night. The restaurant is very clean, elegant and has a mature vibe. The food portions are great, we left very full. Everyone who works here is very friendly, our server was awesome we are so glad she told us about the cocktails -we had the pineapple mojito, highly recommend! Warm bread was served with butter. We had fresh oysters, the chefs plate which is a must! and the tenderloin tips for our appetizers. For our mains we had the rack of lamb and squid ink pasta with oyster, shrimp, and muscles. Everything was cooked to perfection, fresh pasta, plate presentation was beautiful on everything served. For dessert we had the crème brûlée, and raspberry ganache with a latte and cappuccino. Everything exceeded our expectations. I will be raving about this restaurant to everyone i know. These are very skilled chefs. For anyone complaining about prices - for the two of us it was a little over $300 which is exactly what you would expect at a fine dining establishment.. just take a look at the pictures. Id like to add that we did appreciate that our dinner was not rushed like most restaurants, so yes food does not come out as quickly as a chain restaurant which allowed us to really enjoy our night and be in the moment. The crazy fox bistro is doing everything right, do not hesitate to make your dinner reservation here :)

★★★★★
October 17, 2024

Excellent quality and portion size. Service was friendly and knowledgeable. Great high quality dining in Barrie. Highly recommend the Chef's sharing platter and the tuna for a starters and the pickerel or maple pecan chicken for mains!

★★★★★
October 10, 2024

Very fine dining type atmosphere. They play jazz, which is nice and relaxing. We ordered for lunch, chicken wraps with fries,and they were delicious. I had a craft beer, which was comparable to Bud light,while my wife just had some water. The price of the beer was a little overpriced,while the meal was what we expected. Nice place for a date,meeting friends or even business meetings.

★★★★
October 2, 2024

I like coming here for family dinners. We sit up top on the balcony. It’s a good spot for date nights and business meetings too. There was a wedding group here too the night we came! They always have good specials and food presentation is on point. I like how you can see the chef and know the kitchen isn’t unclean or a disaster. The evening wait staff are super kind and always accommodating and patient with kids. I understand it’s more of a fine dining ambiance but the food takes a while to come out and people get restless. That’s not a reason to not come back though!

★★★★★
September 28, 2024

The team provided a very special 102nd birthday lunch for my father. The staff were excellent and every dish was exceptional. We will definitely be back!!! Other dishes we would recommend are brocoli soup, shrimp bang bang and crab dip as appetizers, and steak frites, pecan crusted chicken, and quiche for main course. Creme brulee, apple cake, and chocolate dessert were excellent desserts. Such a great experience for everyone.

★★★★
August 4, 2024

I recently dined at Crazy Fox Restaurant and had a generally positive experience. The food was delicious and well-prepared, though I found it to be slightly on the expensive side. To add a lobster tail to your dinner, it cost $30. The drinks were enjoyable but priced more in line with what you'd expect in Toronto, which might be a bit steep for some.The atmosphere and service were excellent, making for an enjoyable evening overall. If you're willing to splurge a bit, Crazy Fox is definitely worth a visit.

★★★★★
August 1, 2024

I am from out of town and this was hands down an amazing experience in terms of food, service and ambiance. The hostess from the time I made reservations on the phone was so pleasant as well in person. Our server was a very professional lady. The chef was deserves accolades. The food was phenomenal. I ate the Pecan encrusted stuffed chicken breast - the sauce he drizzles the hot plate with was so delicious. The salmon was cooked to perfection as well. We will definitely visit this gem again. It is worth the drive out to Barrie.

★★★★★
March 14, 2024

From the moment you step into the Crazy Fox Bistro, you're greeted with a delightful surprise. The atmosphere, complemented by soothing music, exudes an air of elegance. The service was exceptional, with friendly and attentive staff adding to the experience. I opted for the quiche with Caesar salad, and it was a delight. The quiche was wonderfully light, packed with just the right amount of veggies, and the pastry was perfectly flaky. The steak fritters were equally delightful, bursting with savory flavors. I simply can't praise this charming establishment enough.

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

3rd year in a year, outstanding! Our server Mitchell was incredible! We recently held our company dinner in their private room. Amazing food, outstanding service! Highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Its a place to go if you have a specific celebration Nice music, a Red rose on the table. It was a very romantic way to end our small gateway. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Amazing lil bistro. The food was absolutely amazing.

★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Went out for halloween dinner and i have to say, i found the resturant great, You enter and its nice inside, not too nice, if you know what i mean, where people there wonder why your there, like wouldnt you be more comfortable somewhere else wonder. We had some apps, tips and snails and for mains it was lamb ribs and salmon punched with crab. It was all very tasty, they definitely will have to put up with us again.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

We ordered take out a Dinner for 8 yesterday. We all ordered different Entrees and a variety of Appetizers as well as both Dessert options.. Everything was absolutely incredible and cooked to perfection.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Delicious. Great presentation and staff. Well organizdd fine dining. We go for dinner here regularly and have never been dissapointed.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

This is a long time fine dinning restaurant in Barrie. I had the veal parmigiana, which was outstanding! Service was also excellent. In terms.of cost for the 4 of us including 5 alcoholic beverages and two non alcoholic cocktails without dessert the total cost including tip was 250.00. Excellent spot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Great place they even let me take my new puppy on the patio and gave us a bowl of water. Drinks and food are awesome along side with the wonderful service :)

★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Amazing place great for date night

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

My wife brought me here for my birthday, the space was elegant and comfortable, the service was great and the food was incredible! The Alfredo sauce was to die for!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

We go to Crazy Fox for special occasions and it is always superb. The food there is outstanding and the service is extremely friendly and impeccable. It has been and will continue to be our go to for fine dining. Try the lamb and the chicken! And the tuna appetizer! My mouth is watering just writing about it.

★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Great place for a steak

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Ambiance was perfect, the service was on point, and the food and drinks couldnt have been better.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

My favorite place in Barrie!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

I was in Barrie to honour a colleague that retired after 55 years in the financial services business. A true gentleman. The Crazy Fox was the perfect spot. The food was great.

★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Food was excellent. Service horrible. Our server was very slow and didn t put in our appetizer order, until we had to ask a second time. We were cramped in a corner of the restaurant with 3 other couples, even though there was lots of room to spread out a bit and make it more comfortable for everyone. The lamb is really good. However for the high price this restaurant charges, I expected more, mainly from the service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

What a lovely place. We arrived with a party of 7 without reservations for lunch. One baby, who needed a high chair, and my two elderly grandparents who can t go up or down stairs. They sat us on the main level, and we truly appreciated that accommodation. The bread was hot and fresh. The micro greens salad was INCREDIBLE and the salmon was seasoned and cooked to perfection. I will be back. This is my new favourite restaurant whenever I m in Barrie.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Food was excellent. Service could be better.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

A very pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion or nice evening out. Wonderful food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Upscale, Casual Dinning. This place is a must to impress a date or a self treat care, . A great dinner restaurant with family, with menu prices for all. Tonights specials, (Beef Shank, (Osso Buoco) ) over mash and with veggies. Presentation 5 stars, taste 5 Stars. The appetizer, Chefs platter with , Ribs, shrimp, frog legs, and cheese filled pastry . I changed to extra shrimp and no frog legs ( no issues for substitutions) I had the brulee pie desert along with an espresso and a warm glass Remi Cognac. The service was second to none since I walked in. Price is on point for this Upscale Casual Dinning. You will Not be disappointed. Bom Appetit! Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options available Parking: Parking available onsite Kid-friendliness: Family Oriented

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

The Crazy Fox Bistro is a charming gem. The food is truly exceptional, boasting delicious flavors in every dish. Coupled with great service, the experience was truly memorable. Additionally, the prices were reasonable, making it a fantastic dining experience.

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Came here without expectations and every course killed it. Great wine and great environment. Recommend.

★★
February 21, 2024

Way overpriced for what you get. 7 pieces of pasta was $35. It was just ok. The shrimp was mediocre at best. They also screwed me on my change.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Glad to be out on the patio having some great food with my dad. I always recommend the Crazy Fox! Best Tina, best wings with the awesome blue cheese! Food

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Easily the best Restaurant, Food Experience in Barrie. The lobster is spectacular, Succulent and Juicy, The Salmon is Seasoned perfectly, The Ravioli was awesome, Dessert was wonderful. The service is always excellent. The Ceasar salad is Delicious, The Lamb is perfectly cooked and the sauce , Been here quite a few times and its always Perfect. Dont get me started with the Bang Bang Shrimp. Their Beet salad is amazing, also almost everything goes perfectly with Fat Tire Amber Ale. Best place to take someone you love. Thank you. Parking: Parking can be a bit of a pain. But showing up 10 minutes before your reservation prevents this issue.

★★
February 21, 2024

Food was good but nothing amazing but the slowest service Ive ever recieved anywhere, waited over 40 minutes for a main and the waitress Kim did not come to check on us once during that time and way overpriced for the quality and amount of food we received especially on Valentines Day. 2 couples sat down after us, had their full meals then desert, then paid and left before we had even seen our main course

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

The whole meal was great, Lamb

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Nice place

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Parking: Very small parking lot and few spots Food

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My husband and I took my parents out to dinner at the Crazy Fox Bistro for the first time and we will definitely be coming back. What an amazing experience,the staff are very polite and courteous, great atmosphere and the food was phenomenal.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Lovely atmosphere, fantastic food and staff. Yum

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great experience, and food. They were busy and still took the time to serve us a table and treat us like family. I would highly recommend and will be returning without my son to stay longer and have desert.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

This was our first time dining at The Crazy Fox Bistro, and having read some reviews online, I was a little skeptical. Im very pleased to say that I had nothing to fear. During the course of our dinner we ordered 2 appetizers, 4 entrees & 2 bottles of wine. The service for all of it was top notch, very friendly and attentive staff (but not too much so). The quality of the food was excellent. Ive been struggling to find a great steak dinner since Covid, and finally I found it. The Rib Eye dinner was superb, as was the Salmon & Prawns en Croute. The portions were very good, 2 of us asked for a take out container. It was so good, I wasnt leaving it behind. Im really looking forward to a return trip.

★★★
December 21, 2023

This place used to be one of our favourite places to go pre-pandemic. We went this evening because it s been a while but we were very disappointed.The quality isn t what it used to be. One of our favourite items was the pear salad. Used to have large chunks of caramelized pears and good sized pieces of candied nuts. No nuts this time and only small slivers of pears. They got rid of the chef s appetizer sampler which was disappointing. They ve cut the menu but haven t introduced any new dishes, the ones they kept are not terribly exciting- had a hard time finding something that appealed. The food prices have increased- no longer worth the price in our opinion. The service tonight was painfully slow. Only saw our server to order & then pay. We were there for 2 long hours. We were pretty certain she forgot about us. We had no pretty candle on our table and were not offered fresh rolls like all the other tables. Sadly we won t be back. There are many better restaurants in Barrie. It s too bad because we used to love this place.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

February 15/23. Wonderful experience, food was outstanding my only complaint $4.50 for a Diet Coke my mistake no refills Parking: Only 7/8 spots

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent dinner and staff - such a wonderful experience!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Went with friends for localicious. Had the carrot and ginger soup with pecan crusted chicken and raspberry chocolate dessert. Husband had Caesar salad, veal with pasta and apple crisp. Everything was delicious. Our server was a very friendly polite young man.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

I went for dinner with my friends and we were super impressed. Food came super quick and everything tasted absolutely delicious. Staff were so welcoming and very friendly. The atmosphere inside was perfect. Definitely recommend!!

December 21, 2023

If I could give zero! I would! Never going back again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food and service, location is great parking is challenging.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

What a wonderful evening. We visited tonight and enjoyed 4 different appetizers.. flat bread, escargot, bang bang shrimp and the featured artichoke dip. All were beautifully presented, plentiful and excellent., 4 different mains pecan crusted chicken, mezzaluna crab and lobster, pickerel and veal . Serving sizes and presentation again were very well done and the food was delicious. We also had excellent wine and mixed cocktails Our server April was informative and super friendly . Prices are fair for the times , quality and quality tbat we experienced.. Thank you chef and staff Lois and Doug Andrews Janice and Chester Graham Midland Ontario

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We have never been disappointed with a meal here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Pricier dining but well worth it. Terrific service. The menu is loaded with dishes I would want. The dishes are tasty and I like the simple natural, subtle flavours.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Always pleasant service, and attentive. The lamb, duck are signatures, in my opinion. Wont find any finer in Barrie. Thanks for a wonderful evening!

★★★
December 21, 2023

Went there for the first time Lastnight for our anniversary. We started the evening on the patio and finished our meal inside as it got a little chilly at sunset. We ordered the chicken it was really good and the Veal Parmesan which was underwhelming. The crab dip was served with grocery store quality crackers, a little overpriced for what you get. Lastly the service was alright. Waited 35 minutes for our dessert as wait staff stood around the bar chatting away amongst themselves. Heard really good things about this place so I was slightly disappointed all things considered. I would give this place another chance as it was a great atmosphere and there was other items on the menu that looked good.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great food! Awesome service! Will be going back real soon.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Always a good meal & service

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great food and great service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

A gem of a place for a really nice meal. It was lunch with a group in my case so we had made reservations. Everyone liked their food. I cant say much about the wine as only one person had a glass. Service was very good. Just a nice place for a special meal out.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

You are getting Micheline star quality dishes at this restaurant. First time there and was so impressed by the quality. A bit on the pricy side but you are getting gourmet, tasty, unique dishes. The walnut crusted chicken was amazing. The sauce it came with was so unique and well done. The fish was great too. The vegetables were cooked to perfection still crunchy. The crab, lobster pasta was also very tasty. We tried the tomato soup which was also very good. Only thing I could complain about would be that our meals took a long time to come but was well worth it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Really nice atmosphere inside Will try patio next time

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The best food in barrie

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Little on the higher end side, but you get what you pay for and its worth it.Amazing food and service, everything on the menu looked delicious

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent in everyway.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The food is absolutely impressive! Great atmosphere and exceptional service! Dave the owner is a good man. Thank you Crazy Fox Bistro! I ll be back soon! Christopher Burgess Food

★★★★
December 21, 2023

New in town, we went here for our anniversary dinner because our realtor suggested it, the food was excellent, but very pricey for the amount your receive. It was a bit noisy where we were seated, all in all though, it was a good experience.

★★
December 21, 2023

The place was ok. The service was good. Food was mid. For the price I was expecting to be wowed. I ordered the pecan chicken. It wasnt very good. The presentation was ok. The only really good thing of the plate were the mashed potatoes. Will not eat there again. Food

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We chose Crazy Fox for our anniversary dinner. The food was absolutely delicious; food was hot and perfectly seasoned. Service was great. 100% recommended. Will definitely be back.

December 21, 2023

$350 down the tube .. at least the wine was good!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The chef creates these wonderful, delicious, unique dishes.The crispy bass whole fish is highly recommended. Honestly, everything I have had is amazing. The butterflied wings....lightly crispy on the outside...the meat so moist...a must try!

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The service is good, but the food is not worth the price. I prefer The Keg and Jack Astors.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Try the blackened salmon

Local Guide
December 21, 2022

The veal was tough and fatty... I gave it back and they still charged me for it. Ill never go back there again.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Such an amazing experience. Friendly staff, great service and the food is excellent. I had the bacon wrapped filet mignon and it was cooked perfectly.. will definitely be back

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Service was a bit slow during my most recent visit, I suspect they were shorthanded. Food was excellent as expected.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

One of the finest restaurants in Barrie

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

We just had the Localicious menu for the first time and it was so delicious! The pecan, goat cheese chicken with the maple butter has become one of my favourite dishes Ive ever had. I will definitely have it again and again!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Enjoyed a lovely dinner. First time experiencing the Crazy Fox Bistro, and we left extremely satisfied. Food was delicious, staff pleasant, we really enjoyed our night out.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Crazy Fox Bistro - Had reservations for Valentines day, best evening out for dinner we have had in Barrie in a very long time. The specialty menu with three choices was fantastic, although we only had two of the three obviously... enough cant be said about how delicious and satisfying both were. The ceasar salad was probably the best I have ever had, they should bottle and sell the dressing that is made in house. My fillet mignon was done to perfection and absolutely mouth watering. The lamb was also top notch. The staff was amazing and attentive to any needs, and the courses were timed perfectly. Thank you, David and staff for a very memorable and enjoyable evening out.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The food was excellent and the service wonderful. A very enjoyable evening.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Always great

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Excellent staff, fantastic chefs, phenomenal owner.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Amazing service, amazing food, quality prices. Equal to or cheaper than going out to Red Lobster or Milestones, and its so much better than those places!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Amazing as always !

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Heard this is the place to check out if ever in Barrie ....great food /great times

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The food was excellent and the service and ambiance was also very good. Will definitely go back and recommend it to family and friends

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

The food and atmosphere was amazing. Kim, our waitress, was especially good! Definitely be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

We were served by Kim and we were completely impressed with the service, the quality of our meal, the timing between our appetizer and our dinner... it couldnt have been any better. We noticed that all the servers were very friendly and absolutely great with people. This was the first time visit for us and we will absolutely be back.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We had a celebration lunch recently. The service was impeccable and our server was very engaged. Love that! The food was wonderful. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

SOooo Good. Had not been for a while, but very enjoyable, glad I went back. Thanks.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Lobster pasta was interesting !

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Amazing service and highest quality. A truly wonderful time.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Definitely exceeded expectations. 5+ !! Welcoming staff. Great atmosphere. Food was perfected. Not sure why there are 1 and two star reviews very inaccurate. Will recommend and return.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

You must go! The Crazy Fox is an outstanding dining experience if youre in the Barrie area. The menu has been perfected over the many years this bistro has been open. The cuisine combined with the wine list, service and atmosphere make this unique spot one you will want to return to. David and his staff always make each guest feel welcomed. They also offer take out from lunch or dinner menus, known as Fox in a Box .

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Prompt service, delicious food and lots of menu choices even for lunch7

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Had the most fabulous lunch and you pay for what you get. The dishes were tasty, the wings were crispy and juicy, and the dips were incredible. The service was courteous and professional. Will come here again for sure. Highly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Excellent food and service Came from windsor to celebrate a birthday.....well done all!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Very nice apps! Try the rack of lamb. So Very good. So was the pickerel.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Lovely lunch with friends. Raves about escargot and bang bang Shrimp. Everything was delicious and the service amazing!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

This Crazy Fox Bistro does not disappoint. My parents are from out of town and wanted a restaurant which had variety, good food and wasnt hectic. The food was fantastic and the service was very friendly. I had the lamb and it was fantastic. Only critiques are the fact that Id like to see sort of crab dip as an appetizer and at least one dessert without berries or booze. The others I ate with had the Salmon special (excellent), crusted chicken (excellent), Duck (excellent) and the veal parm (excellent). I will be back again and would recommend to anyone looking for a new spot to try out.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Amazing food, great service, cutest little restaurant with a very nice vibe.. definitely recommended for date nights

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great service Fantastic ambiance Delicious, quality food Definitely recommend

★★★★
December 21, 2022

absolutely exquisite, Euro feel, with a solid menu for food and great wines. Service impeccable. Definitely have to go back to try other items on the menu. Our rating and pricing is based on food and Water.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great food!

★★★★
December 21, 2022

We enjoyed our dinner and experience here. Service was great and the food was good. We got the escargot, bang bang shrimp, lamb chops, pickerel, and raspberry truffle wedge. Portions were okay for the price, and all of our food was well cooked. We ll be back :)

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

The food is fantastic. I had the salmon dish feature, which is not the same salmon dish on the menu. My wife ordered the salmon plank dish from the menu and the feature option was much better, as it came with a delightful sauce. The rest of our party ordered the pecan crusted chicken, the bacon wrapped filet mignon, the pan seared pickerel and an off-menu item; a vegan mushroom risotto. Everyone said that their meals were extremely good. We also had a few appetizers; chicken wings, bruschetta, salad, etc. and those were all great too. Our only bit of constructive feedback is that the washrooms are not wheelchair accessible. We had a person in our party that recently had major foot surgery and he had to walk down and up two flights of stairs to use the facilities. It would also be nice if they had some better desert options. Perhaps add some sort of cheesecake or iced cream cookie dish. A vegan desert option should be offered too, since they offer off-menu vegan mains. Overall, it was still a very good experience. The staff is super friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is great.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Excellent restaurant with a casual but upscale feel. All the dishes were excellent and the wait staff polite and prompt

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great food! Very nice atmosphere

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Our favorite place in Barrie.

★★★★
December 21, 2022

Food was delicious. Boston leaf salad with caramelized pear was amazing. Entrée was the lobster and crab mezzaluna, delicious. I finished off with tea. First time dining since before covid. I did not give a 5 star rating, waiter was not very attentive, didnt even enquire if we wanted more drinks. Just felt we werent important. Parking: Lots of parking

★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great service great food as always. Wine was good to. This is my favourite restaurant

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Very nice fine dining experience on a Thursday evening. The food was delicious and the servings were the right amount for me. Our server was great and was able to accommodate our requests. I believe they were slightly understaffed as our server was also doing the job of the host and the food took a little while to arrive. The doneness on the lamb I ordered was medium but as you can see by the photo it was a little under. Still, everything tasted great and it was a very good evening out. I look forward to being back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

My favorite place hands down Absolutely wonderful wonderful food the service is out of this world the atmosphere is so inviting within moments you just melt into the atmosphere its so inviting I recommend the crazy Fox to anyone

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Amazing place. Exceptional service and incredibly delicious food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Came here for a dinner with my girlfriend for the first time on Saturday Oct 15, 2022. Had a reservation at 6:30 pm but couldn t make it due to some last minute issues. I called in at 6:15 pm requesting if it could be pushed to 8:00 pm and the receptionist was very understanding, courteous and accommodating. I arrived at 7:55 pm and was seated immediately. The wait staff was very attentive and explained the specials and menu very well which made making our decision on choice a lot easier. We started with the tuna appetizer served in two ways. For entrees we got the ribeye steak and lamb chops. Both the appetizers and the mains tasted amazing and were cooked to our specified doneness. Our only complaint was that it did seem a bit cramped as our table was really close to our neighbor. Overall the food and customer service was great. The price was reasonable for a higher end restaurant and we do feel we got the value for what we paid. Would definitely come back again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Crazy Fox has long been a staple in Barries culinary scene where many places have come and gone. The food is always delicious and current. The service is always fantastic and attentive. Its a great spot for a date night or special occasion. Food

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Romantic evening out. The service was excellent, the food was delicious and the atmosphere very relaxing. We look forward to dining there again

★★★★
December 21, 2022

This place was so cozy, small restaurant but the service was great! The food was 10/10 and it reminded me of The Keg but more of a family cozier smaller less fancier vibe. The only negative part of my experience was that I requested them to surprise with a dessert for my friends birthday and called twice to remind them and made multiple of hints to the waitress and it never happened.. Other than that, it was really good! Will come back again for dinner! Parking: Parking is really tight..

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

I had surf n turf and other dish was lamb.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Excellent experience, service, and the food was delicious. Highly recommended and well be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Food is outrageously delicious! Staff are fantastic. Parking is limited.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Visited here for dinner with my boyfriend. Everything was so delicious and staffs were nice :) We tried lamb steak for the first time and it was really good! 10 out of 10

★★★★
December 21, 2022

Six people for dinner. Amazing service, great menu, chicken was overcooked x3. Price was 75/person including drinks, apps and dinner, coffee.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

My friend took me to dinner to the Crazy Fox. She had the lamb I had the Rib eye. The entrees were amazing as were the appetizers bang bang shrimp and escargot. Dessert of cherries jubilee was yummy and as a special treat they gave me a chocolate strawberry to make birthday special. Beyond the food the service the best I have seen in years (and that is before the pandemic).

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Everything was excellent! Highly recommended.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The best fillet mignon I have ever eaten! From the appetizers, to our dinner, to the dessert, everything was incredibly delicious. Awesome atmosphere and outstanding service. Thank you for making my birthday dinner a great evening. We will definitely be back!

★★
December 21, 2022

This used to be our go to place in Barrie; fantastic food, diverse menu, and good price. We used to order from here every three months, bang bang shrimp (solid), pecan crusted goat cheese stuffed chicken (sublime), and whatever I would order (can t go wrong with anything on there). This would come out to around $70. This past time we went with our regular order (liver and onions for myself, the cheapest option I go with) and come to find out the final bill was $100, over 40% increase. Going forward we will be once a year based solely on the quality of food, can t fault them there. Hope the price increase was worth the loss of our frequency.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Crazy Fox has been a source of normalcy with curbside pickup meals being as meticulously presented as when we could dine there. Just finished another delicious meal at home for date night. Prices are reasonable for the quality.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Really delicious food and a great menu! I was really happy with the takeout I got for my husbands birthday!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Just finished a delicious family take out meal. We had their famous chicken and it was outstanding with perfect sauce and sides. The veal parm with penne filling and so tasty. Rack of lamb done perfectly and filled up one hungry diner! Filet was so tender and juicy. All were still hot when we got home and we will definitely continue to enjoy take out while dining-in is not an option. Thank you Big thumbs up

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Great food as always. Tables spread out very safely. Had the veal parm.... so good.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Excellent food, very professional and friendly service in this crazy time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Honestly just a wonderful serene experience. Top notch hospitality, superb food. The duck, or lamb , oh my goodness, just try it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Mmmmm, delicious!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

My wife and I, have tried many of Barries restaurants. The Crazy Fox is one of the most underrated gems in Barrie. If you are looking for something a little more upscale, with a beautiful dinning area and wonderful service, the fox is perfect. Not to forget the food itself from the buttersquash soup, the lamb cooked and presented impeccably, the Rib eye and New York steaks all delicious cuts of meat! To the beautiful birthday plate, with an evermoreish creambrula on the side. The price is a little more then your local eatery, but the food, feel and service definitely make up for it.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Excellent service. Cooked to perfection. Piping hot and very attentive waiter. Highly recommend this resturant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Really enjoyed the ambiance and service from this restaurant. For a date night, would highly recommend. The fresh bread was just the cherry on top.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

I just gobbled down the local licious meal with the pecan crusted chicken as it was phenomenal!! There is nothing left of our meal, That says it all!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

We ordered dinner for takeout on Saturday. Everything was delicious. Fresh, hot, tasty and a unique blend of flavours. Wed hadnt been before and were very pleased with the great food and service. Delicious! Highly recommended. Well definitely be back. YUM!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

great!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Great food and atmosphere. All of the servers were friendly and helpful

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

My partner and I ordered in from here and both agree it was the best Take Out food we have had since COVID, and possibly ever! The quality of the food is amazing, and is only outdone by the fantastic flavours added to each generously sized dish. I highly recommended this place. Must try.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Aprils knowledge of the menu added to what was already an outstanding lunch experience. I definitely will be back. The atmosphere was exactly my kind of place. The food was delicious!

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

The food & ambience both were fine but a wait time of 45 minutes for ur dinner isn t worth at all.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Absolutely loved this place. I recommend this place %100.

★★★★
December 21, 2021

Good food great service reasonable prices

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Always a great meal!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

This is a very nice restaurant! They have a great menu from Steak to Pasta and easily to help with Gluten-free needs to make everyone have a nice time. There is also a nice wine and beer selection to choose from. Happy Dining!!

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Went here for lunch. The food was okay, the portions were very small for the price. My pan seared tuna was barely seared. We left not very impressed and still hungry. Went somewhere else for dessert as we were not satisfied with what we got for our money. The waiter/waitresses were semi attentive, my husband only drinks water and was unimpressed that the little wine glass of water was only filled one time.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Our favourite restaurant ever! The food is absolutely incredible! We are never disappointed.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

The food as amazing, I had the shrimp and the lamb . To top it off for dessert New York cheesecake. The staff were very friendly, almost like they were family. Thanks Guys. Are group enjoyed ourselves.

★★
December 21, 2021

UPDATE: The owner called to apologize for the experience we had. Terrible dining experience. Our table was upstairs crammed in a corner beside a glass wall/door from what we assume used to be a smoking section. We were a party of 4 - two couples on a double date - we were given 2 menus. The menus were printed on one page of plain copy paper and the only heading was DINNER . We were served room temperature water (no ice) in tiny little wine glasses. We ordered a beer, a virgin cocktail and 2 iced teas. 20 mins later the server finally comes back with no iced teas and said it took long because he was looking for some but they were all out. He had no suggested alternatives so we stuck with the warm water. We all ordered appetizers and mains. There was no bread basket, there was no check in from the server, and finally 45 mins later the apps arrive. The Caesar salads were small. The pear salad has red peppers in it which is not in the description and I am allergic to so I had to pick them all out. The beef tenderloin tips were the only highlight of this whole dinner that was good. Then we waited another 45+ mins for our mains. The server came by after a half hour or so and we asked when it was coming and he said it had been started . Finally they came. The sharper knives for our steaks were no sharper than the butter knives. The meals weren t anything special. My filet mignon was too charred and the bacon wrap had fallen off so the presentation wasn t good. The steak and the veggies tasted ok and were cooked properly but were very bland. Same for the rib eyes and the chicken. We opted not to get dessert since we had been at the restaurant 2 HOURS by the time we finished our meals. Then it took about 10 mins for the bills to arrive. No manager came to apologize and the server indicated that he took one drink off each bill because that s all he is authorized to take off , wasn t very apologetic. Overall we were there 2 hours and 15 mins at a mediocre table. The prices are on the high end for this type of casual fine dining and completely unjustified, especially considering the bad service. DO NOT RECOMMEND.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Great food and excellent service

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

We had an exceptional night. The food was excellent and the pace of service was perfect for a relaxed night out with friends.

Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Seated at 5:30, ordered at 5:45, got our entrees at 7:15. Average food, really disappointing service. Have been a customer here for years but took my hubby here for the first time thinking I would impress him and boy was I wrong. So many great places around here, pick something else.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Great food and service.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Great place to go for beautiful comforting meal

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Service and Food is excellent. Bang Bang shrimp is beyond expectations.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Loved it..felt safe and the food was delicious!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Excellent service Excellent meal

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Amazing food wow

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Dined at Crazy Fox last night with work girls to celebrate early Christmas get together. Although the decor is a bit dated, food was AMAZING and makes up for it. Alex and Mitchel were fantastic and patient even though we became quite chatty and loud as we overindulged in wine. Will definitely be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

The Crazy Fox did not disappoint, Thank you so much for the amazing meal, wine and atmosphere! We will be back!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

If youre looking for a good spot to eat for a special occasion of any kind or if you just want some great food, then look no further. I am always telling friends and family how great this place is, and now Im telling you! My favorite items on the menu are the duck confit and the beef tenderloin tips. Come give it a try!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Had a great night for my dads birthday. Great food, staff and atmosphere. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

My girlfriend and I were told to check this place out by some friends and wow did it impress! The service is extremely professional, the food is amazing and the atmosphere is great!! Highly recommend it, we will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

very good beer fried fish;)

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Went for my brothers birthday. Was our first time eating here and we were beyond impressed with the quality of food and service. Everything was absolutely delicious from the drinks, appetizers to main course. Definitely looking forward to another special occasion to celebrate here.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Dave and the staff are always ready to give you a warm welcome each time you visit the Crazy Fox . A relaxed and refined atmosphere is what you will find when you arrive. Between the outside patio, bar lounge area or the inside dining areas, you will always find a space that suits your desires. Make sure you give the chefs a wave as you walk past the glass walls around the kitchen area. The food... have anything that catches your eye on the menu. Everything is fantastic! My favourite has always been the chefs plate appetizer, a variety of tasty morsels, bound to impress. We enjoy this wonderful place so much, we have made it our Friday evening tradition. Hope to see you there too! Thanks Dave for your hospitality!!! Jay & Kenne-Anne Milne

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

My husband and I ordered the grilled salmon filet dinner that came with jasmine rice and fresh veggies also a salad and spinach cream soup not in that order :) Everything was good except that the rice was undercooked not el dente but undercooked ( I am a food service professional) . The staff was courteous and offered to replace it with baked potato . Because we were done with our meal by the time the potatoes arrived ( Deep fried wedges of potatoes) we didnt have the appetite to eat fried potatoes at the end of the meal. All in all a decent place/patio with courteous customer service.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Went for dinner and had a great experience. Great service and yummy food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Always love the food here. Had a nice to romantic evening on the patio with my wife.

★★★★
December 21, 2020

Dinner was freakn awesome , my boyfriend and I have been making it a point to visit every restaurant in Barrie just so we can say we have tried them all . Including golden griddle lol ( let s just say don t go there unless u want to eat eggs that are 10 hours old and you want to do crossword puzzles with the guy in the nest booth that s been there all day lol) and we have even gone to Michael and marions and Il Bucco ) lets just say this was the best place ever Will go back again and again ! And our waiter was awesome Mitchell Thanks for everything Joanne and curt

December 21, 2020

Very desapointed they were out of Bread out of dessert they never brougt water after asking thé flower on thé table one was very awful we left With a bill of 250$ none désinfection for COVID the Waiter was Nice

Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Respect for the reservation, really good starters, really expensive wine. And for really cheap seafood. Lack of water service and broken bread . The flowers are wilted on the tables and the pots stink. And no disinfection for covid (ramps, chairs) and more really disappointing for the price and I also forgot they offer desserts that they dont have. It s lucky that the staff are smiling

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Great food but a bit pricey for a family on a budget. Special occasions only.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

The food is always amazing, the staff is friendly and helpful, the atmosphere is inviting and relaxing. I recommend the crazy fox to everyone.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Ive eaten here many times; the food is always amazing. Top quality and it feels good to support a local business vs the International chains. The takeout was spot on - perfect for a nice evening at home!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Such a wonderful place and excellent service. The food is spectacular!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

The food and beverage quality and service was exceptional. Definitely one of the best fine dining restaurants we have experienced. Staff was very knowledgeable and welcoming. A must try is the bang bang shrimp and lamb.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Love everything about the place! The atmosphere/ambience is really nice and cozy. Food is excellent! (The Bang! Bang! Shrimp is a definite favourite and the Pecan Crusted Chicken) Wait staff are friendly and knowledgeable! Highly recommend this place!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Well deserved 5 stars !! My girlfriend and I had a amazing date with great food and even better staff !! A restaurant I would love to go back too . Thanks Dave for the great hospitality !

★★★★
December 21, 2020

Excellent food and service!!! Would definitely recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

It was my first time coming to this restaurant a friend of mine told me about it. I wanted to take my fiance to a nice place for dinner for her birthday and everything was awesome I made a reservation over the phone even we got there a bit earlier and they took us in right away the atmosphere was very good the food was awesome the waitress was awesome very knowleageable about the menu my fiance had an amazing time enjoy everything so most definitly we will go back there the food was awesome it was worth it to wait for the food because it was made very fresh and from scratch the service was excellent it was an awesome overall dining experience. Most definitely recommended this place to anybody that want to have and awesome overall dining experience with friends and special occasions.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

What a thrill it is to go for dinner knowimg that the chef and his staff have cooking down to a science. It was an excellent experience! Thank you for such a great evenimg This place will not disappoint!!!! Not im the vocabulary!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Amazing atmosphere, great staff , food was 10 outta 10 !!