Poppy's French Bistro in Collingwood

80 Simcoe St, Collingwood, ON L9Y 3J9, Canada

★★★★★
(175 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant French restaurant

About

Poppy’s French Bistro is located on the main level in the Tremont Studios Building, a restored historic building which used to operate as a luxury hotel. It currently thrives as art studios with neighbours of the Collingwood library, theatre and other local restaurants and cafes in the Creative Simcoe Street Neighbourhood. Poppy's embraces all of the simple pleasures - great food, great wine, great cocktails, great people. Come and enjoy with us. Always welcome. Always with love, XX Poppy.

Website
poppysbistro.com
Address
80 Simcoe St, Collingwood, ON L9Y 3J9, Canada
Plus Code
GQ2P+G7 Collingwood, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Sunday
11 AM–4 PM – 5–9:30 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12–4 PM – 5–9:30 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
12–4 PM – 5–10 PM
Saturday
11 AM–10 PM

Services

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Outdoor seating Kerbside pickup Dine-in Delivery
Highlights
Great cocktails
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Spirits Wine
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Romantic
Crowd
Groups LGBTQ+ friendly Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free parking lot Paid parking lot Paid street parking Parking

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Reviews

4.6
★★★★★
175 reviews

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brunch (22) patio (12) crème brûlée (9) eggs benedict (9) french onion soup (7) gnocchi (6) baked alaska (6) steak frites (6) caesar salad (6) duck confit (5)
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★★★★★
November 28, 2024

I had the pleasure of attending Poppy’s Wine Dinner, and it was an unforgettable evening! The six-course dinner, crafted by Chef Seligardi, was truly spectacular. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, showcasing incredible flavors and creativity. The wine pairings, curated by Conrad from Banville Wine Merchants, perfectly complemented the meal, enhancing every bite. What made the evening even more special was the insight and storytelling shared by both Chef Seligardi and Conrad. Their passion for food and wine was evident and added a personal, educational touch to the event. It wasn’t just a dinner; it was an experience. The ambiance at Poppy’s was warm and inviting, and the attention to detail in every aspect of the evening was impressive. I highly recommend.

★★★★★
November 28, 2024

The evening was fantastic! I did send my food "allergies and dislike of raw food" and this was absolutely addressed (and very tasty indeed) HOWEVER I would suggest in future (as we have experienced previously with other wine taster dinners) the menu should be posted so that people can decide if they like the menu or not and then can decide if they wish to spend the $$ for this tasting. Once we were there I saw that poached egg was also on the menu as well as one course had mushrooms and I cannot eat poached egg but never thought egg would be a pairing with wine and at the same time I expressed my dislike for mushrooms but did not expect a substitute for that. I was pleasantly surprised when they served me some lamb dish (after asking if I like lamb which I do) instead of the poached egg AND also substituted the mushroom dish with gnocchi which I have ordered previously when just dining at Poppy's. SO.......I was very happy and pleased with my meal and hope I didn't cause too much of an issue and will be going on Trip Advisor (I have done a review previous years) for Poppy's with pictures and a glowing review. Thank you for putting up with my eccentricities and making it an enjoyable evening for me! The reason I didn't give 5 stars for atmosphere is that its very noisy in the restaurant which makes it difficult for conversation. Both my husband and the other couple agreed the background music was not needed as it was simply a boom boom in the background so perhaps under normal circumstances its ok but when its a group dinner such as this I might "suggest" no background music? But again only my opinion. Otherwise we love the decor and atmosphere.

★★★★
November 6, 2024

Our server was absolutely wonderful. Our small party ordered the Steak Tartare which was beautifully presented. The flavours were well layered - perhaps more crostinis may have made it slightly better 😉 We also shared a lovely peach and brie tarte which almost caused a fight for the last piece The French onion soup is where I’m going to be picky - the broth and flavours were incredibly complex and simple. Just the right amount of bread - and almost enough cheese for my taste. More cheese would have made this a 5 star review. Dessert was the Crème Brûlée and the baked Alaska- I definitely preferred the Brûlée though the Baked Alaska adds a fun factor to the meal If French cuisine is your confiture- then Poppy’s is a must

★★★★★
October 14, 2024

An updated visit since Covid and it was as good or better. Service, atmosphere, food - all 10/10 and definitely worth considering. We went on a Sat for late lunch, early dinner - got the perfect corner sunny table for 4. We had steak tartare, French onion, escargot, beet salad, baked brie, beef bourguig, flat iron and desserts. All was amazing and would easily re-order the same.

★★★★★
August 27, 2024

Exactly what we had hoped for when selecting Poppy’s, highly recommend, we will be back. Steve our waiter provided exceptional service that was not lacking or intrusive, he was knowledgeable about the menu and made great recommendations for a first time. The food, was rich and full of flavour, we did not leave hungry or disappointed. The ambiance was perfect, quiet, with a charming interior and a selection of comfortable seating. Thank you to the staff for making our date night memorable.

★★★★★
August 9, 2024

Excellent food and friendly staff. Close to the art galleries in downtown Collingswood. Impressive menu items for brunch.

★★★★★
June 28, 2024

Phenomenal experience here. If you haven’t tried it yet, do it asap and be adventurous. All 7/7 dishes we tried were amazing. The scallops absolutely blew me away - best I’ve ever had. Steve took great care of us. Ambiance was great - not to loud. Homey yet elevated feel. Truly impressed - excited to visit again.

★★★★★
March 10, 2024

Loved the feel of a French Bistro situated in a beautiful Historical Building. So well put together, the exposed brick walls and tasteful weathered leather and sky blue banquettes were elegant yet understated. The food was exceptional and a wonderful experience. Received excellent service from our server, Steve. He was part of our reason for coming back a second time for brunch, this time with the family. We recommend starting with the escargot. You’ll definitely need more bread to soak up all that butter and garlic goodness! Don’t let the name Petite Dejeneur fool you, it’s not your parents breakfast. The applewood smoked bacon and breakfast sausage patty is very flavourful but the best part is the crispy potato rosti. Wow. Their sourdough bread is wonderful. Do try their club and roast beef sandwich with beef jus, was great but their potato frites are the best we’ve ever tasted and incredible crispiness! French toast was very nice with the cinnamon infused maple syrup. The real fresh mint tea and house lemonade were good. The beautiful dense foamed latte was so exquisite and smooth, we each had to have 2! The crème brûlée was good but it had to be made a second time, the chef went a little heavy handed with the sugar that after they the torched carmelized top, it still had unmelted sugar under it. Overall, this is our favourite new Brunch place, it’s a gem hidden off the downtown strip! Well worth the money for the quality and presentation. Can’t wait to go back to try dinner and drinks on the patio.

★★
December 21, 2024

I paid 59.00 for a halibut special that offered nothing special; some kind of Thai curry paste on fish over mashed potatoes and a grilled onion. 29.00 for 3 grilled scallops drowning in orange pumpkin puree. Nothing French here; menu is lost, Wine list is great. Good Chardonnay. This is what happens before restos close.. :(

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 20, 2024

Great French classics, amazing desert, great wine and cocktails.

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

The food was delicious and creatively prepared. The wine pairings were perfect. Parking: There is paid street parking not far from the restaurant. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Our server Kat was great!!!

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Can up to visit some friends who wanted to try poppy s out. What an amazing place! The food was incredible and Kat was fantastic. Recommend trying it out and ask for Kat!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Excellent find for collingwood.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Very good food in a cozy, pretty atmosphere. The creme brulee was one of the best Ive tasted. Parking: Paid lot, but free on evenings and weekends Wheelchair accessibility: Theres a step up to get into the door and I didnt see a ramp.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Great patio, simple elegant bistro menu, very friendly staff, good food, reasonable prices. Definitely a keeper! Kid-friendliness: Good! Lots of room on the patio!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Great location and atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating available. We went on Saturday for brunch. The tower of beets salad and Caesar salads were both delicious. Eggs Benny and Petit Dejeuner meals were very satisfying. We finished the visit off with pumpkin spice cake. A very pleasurable experience, delicious food and friendly staff and we strongly recommend Poppys Bistro. We will return whenever we visit Collingwood. Parking: Sat and Sun parking is free. Other days metered parking is $1 an hour

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Food is fantastic, portions are generous but not overly so. Service is always pleasant. Atmosphere is very charming and love the artist studios next door. Bitter sweet to hear the restaurant will be taking over the artist space soon. Well definitely be returning. Parking: Paid during the week, unenforced on the weekends.

★★
October 21, 2024

Very overpriced for what it is. We ve eaten dinner and lunch there before and been disappointed with something we ve gotten the last few times. It has started to feel like a money making machine with less focus on the quality of their food.

October 21, 2024

No comments on food, but service wise terrible. Had a reservation booked well in advance and the night before they called to cancel for a group booking. Know another friend who has had them cancel less then 24hrs in advance as well. They offered no compensation or another reservation date in return for the late cancellation. Would not recommend to others and in no hurry to go back, quite disappointing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Always a 10 at Poppys!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Really good croque madame. Great atmosphere for brunch

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Food was excellent, great atmosphere and our server Ruby was perfect. Great vibe.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

My Husband and I went for Sunday brunch, Kylah was our service, she was personable and amazing, food excellent as always thank you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Good restaurant for a delicious breakfast.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

We had what had to be the best club sandwich we have ever tasted! Tender chicken, tasty bacon, and a wee bit of melted Brie. This came with great pomme frites!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Amazing flavors, service was outstanding, we will be visiting again soon.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

This place was so good, it blew me away. The scallops were insane. Also, Steven, our server, was great. Very hospitable.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Went as a group for a bachelorette/ birthday party experience in a table of 6 very chatty girls we went completely silent to eat the INCREDIBLE food. Would recommend the Croque Madame (the bread is insane) and treat yourself to a side of French fries since they re basically McDon s fries made boujee. Would recommend so amazing. Dietary restrictions: No non-dairy milk options, so be aware this place may not be non-dairy friendly!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Made the trek out here for a Sunday lunch. Well worth the drive! Fantastic space in a restored 19th century hotel. Food was amazing, and so was the service.

June 21, 2024

Avoid at all costs. The mussels were overly fishy, the beef tartar was brow(not fresh) the steak was over cooked, I got food poisoning the later that evening/morning. just an overall bad experience. When I called the next day to warn them about the mussels causing myself and my sister in law to become very ill I didn t even receive a call back. Upon emailing them to inform them I wasn t happy with receiving no response, they told me I could have gotten sick from many other things, their food not being one of them, didn t accept any of the responsibility and basically just wrote me off. I am sooo unimpressed with how it was handled, out of all the establishments in Collingwood this one should be avoided at all costs.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

We have been a few times, the service is always fantastic as is the atmosphere is lovely, food was great, wonderful wine selection!

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

19 year anniversary. Arrived on a quiet Tuesday night. Beautiful atmosphere. Great service and most importantly amazing food. Top drawer . Im impressed and it takes alot to impress me in collingwood. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Top quality food and service. My wife and I went for dinner on Saturday night, it was very good so we went back for brunch the following day. We would highly recommend.

★★★★
May 21, 2024

First time trying this restaurant and it was an excellent example of french cuisine. The mussels could have used a bit more flavour, but I understand the intention of the light flavours in the dish. The duck Confit was crispy on the outside while moist inside. It has a nice wine selection. I like the decor, but I feel that the flow of the restaurant is interrupted by the size/layout of the area - which is of course beyond their control. Thanks to Steve who was attentive and helpful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

The service was great and the food was good. Went for brunch and had the fig and brie pastry and the classic eggs benedict both were amazing. My partner ordered the roast beef sandwich, it was okay but I wouldnt order it again. Restaurant is on the pricier side

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Went to Poppy s with my mom for dinner. We had a great experience. Service was super friendly, atmosphere was great, and food was amazing. Great night out. Thank you!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

My daughter invited me to Poppy s for a Mother s Day lunch. Everything was great along with our server, Alex!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Its a bit expensive but food was great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

My new favourite restaurant in the area!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

My wife and I were visiting Collingwood for the long weekend. We came across Poppys via google search, honestly.. great experience! Shawn helped make some great suggestions and the food was great! Definitely will come by again when were in the area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Fantastic lunch!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

We enjoyed the fixed menu with wine pairings on Thursday April 18. The menu was terrific, the food memorable, and we really appreciated the chefs and the wine guy explaining the choices and pairings. Staff as always were great. We always enjoy eating at Poppys but this night was especially memorable.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

It was a lovely evening made very special due to the fantastic food and wine pairing. The culinary team s regular visits to the tables and chats made it a warm and inviting atmosphere. We are looking forward to the next wine pairing and delicious meal!

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Wonderful French bistro - we had an excellent time. Very friendly staff, great atmosphere and the food was excellent! Highly recommended.

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

We were in Collingwood for a bachelorette party and dined at Poppys for the first time. The food, ambiance, and service were amazing! Thank you to Kristin and Steven for taking such good care of us. The menu curated for our group was phenomenal. We cant wait to visit again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Had a great Saturday night dinner at Poppys to celebrate a special occasion. The service was friendly and prompt. Restaurant was packed, we reserved a few days in advance. Food was delicious! It was a bit loud though due to the obnoxiously loud group sitting next to us, but thats not the restaurants fault. We had the moules frites, steak frites and creme brûlée for dessert. All great choices.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

This is the best restaurant in Collingwood. Food is delicious, affordable and with excellent service and deco.

★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Went for Fathers Day brunch at Poppys in Collingwood. Food and service were good and we had a nice time on the patio in the sunshine January 2024 Brunch. Four of us went for brunch. Meals were fine. I had pate and then bacon and eggs . Service was good. Parking: Free parking on Sunday morning

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Lovely brunch on the weekend! Red was a delight and great fun. Will definitely be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

I visited Poppys French Bistro for the first time, was very impressed. A very cozy atmosphere, excellent service, cocktails and of course the food. Cooked to perfection. Had the tartare, duck confit and the Crème Brûlée. Everything about this meal was perfect, would come back in a heartbeat. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

À Collingwood gem. Kat was an A+ server. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Had a fantastic meal and experience this evening. Great atmosphere, phenomenal meal and super service.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Just had a great dinner here last night to celebrate a special occasion. Staff was extremely attentive and corrected any minor issues we had (ie the server recommended a glass of wine that was not to my taste and she insisted on switching it for me). The food was flavourful, cooked perfectly, and overall just delicious! Atmosphere was nice. No complaints, great experience, highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Great service, friendly staffs, amazing steak!! Our first time in Collingwood and what an amazing experience! Thank you

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Excellent server (Kat) Excellent meals Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Went here tonight for dinner. Steve was our server. He was phenomenal! Kept on top or our drinks and explained the dishes very well so I knew exactly what to expect The chicken is a must! The way they prepare it sounds so good, it s very soft and the gravy it comes with makes the meal!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The brunch was fantastic - really flavourful. Will be back next time I m in the area.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

I came here for dinner with a few of my friends that were visiting from Toronto and we had the best meal. Our server, Kat, was absolutely amazing and went above and beyond to make sure we were well looked after and made some great recommendations. We were also checked in on by another server, Katy who was also fantastic and made sure we were enjoying our visit. All in all the service and food were fabulous! Not my first time there, definitely wont be my last :)

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My husband and I took my sister here for dinner when she was in town and we absolutely loved our experience. Poppy s is the cutest little restaurant- beautifully designed and decorated! The food and service were also phenomenal- my sister ordered a cocktail and loved it as well. Would recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

An unique gem. I had the duck pate appetizer and it was prepared and plated to perfection. I could have drank the little bit of aspic that remained on the plate, it was so good. My chicken main was sublime. The brine made the chicken tender and it was seasoned beautifully. The au jus, veg and grilled radicchio was spot on. Fantastic service from knowledgeable and friendly staff perfectly complimented the experience and made me feel comfortable right from the start. I will be back for sure to try some of the other selections on the menu.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Just had an incredible dinner here! First off, they offer delicious non alcoholic drinks that are actually creative and fun. We had onion soup, and endive Caesar salad. Both great, the soup was perfect, the endive salad was really nice, dressed perfect. Lucky enough to be there while they offered a 24 ounce rib steak dinner for two. It came with a beurre blanc, mashed potatoes, green beans, fries, and yummy gravy. Steak was incredible. Ended off with a baked Alaska, and crème brûlée. Caffe au lait to top it off. Wait staff were all super pleasant and helpful. Overall the place is a hit. Go for it, I can t wait to go back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

My husband and I visited Poppys on a busy Saturday night and were truly blown away: stellar service, a gorgeous atmosphere and incredible food! My husband ordered the 24hr Brined Chicken and I had the Mussels + Frites, both of which were fantastic! We found the portions to be just right after sharing two appetizers. We will absolutely be back!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent spot for delicious French cuisine. The quality of the dishes is high and the prices are more than reasonable. The duck breast main, gnocchi and the appetizers were especially my favorites. Without a doubt, a very strong recommend for anyone in the area. Kudos to Chef Roy and Steve for the service

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We bring our family and friends whenever they are in town. We have quite a selection of favorites but the mussels are the best

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Lovely decor, comfy booths, authentic cuisine, including some enjoyable French wine selections. Above all else, superb service. Now we need an excuse to go back for brunch!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best meal I ve had in a very long time. Impeccable service, and delicious food! Don t think twice - be sure to visit!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Beautiful little spot for brunch. Our waitress was super friendly and had good recommendations. The eggs Benedict was light and tasted great. The potato soup was so good. Overall I really enjoyed it!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great service and food, nice decor with the window fashions

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Enjoyed a delicious meal, excellent service, and great atmosphere!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Poppy s was brilliant this past Saturday. It was simply fantastic. Andrea took care of us, and was an absolute delight. She handled everything beautifully, and has a great sense of humor, so could have a little fun with us too. Outstanding service. Food was lovely and beautiful and the bartender whipped up some delicious cocktails! It also doesn t hurt that you carry my favourite rosé. We can t wait for the patio to open!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Truly amazing food and presentation. Great ingredients and culinary technique. The Salade Nicoise evoked memories from Nice more than thirty years ago!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We absolutely loved everything about Poppy s! We enjoyed a drag brunch with both breakfast and drinks. The food was to die for and the atmosphere felt classy and sassy. The staff were attentive and friendly. We look forward to our next visit.

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Weve driven by Poppys too many times, and today we had to come in for dinner. Its unique in Collingwood and a great date spot! Wine, cocktails, moktails, bread, Salmon Mousse appetizer, ambiance and service were stellar! Steak, mussels and frites were ... OK. Well definitely come back for another drink, and for brunch.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

we loved this place!! The decor is beautiful, the staff are very friendly, and the food was incredible!!! Steak Frites and the Momosa of the Day was the perfect lunch. Its our new local favourite!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great place with beautiful decor. Service is perfect. Food

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Collingwood has upped its game with some really interesting food spots of late. Weve tried three in the last few weeks. Last evening we tried Poppys. Poppys is in a restored century building, a lovely spot with a generous sized patio, nice decor and atmosphere with very attentive staff and good food presentation. The restaurant is adorable and looks like it was picked out of the pages of Pinterest on how a French Bistro should look. The food is OK. Its not horrible but not quite French Bistro quality. I really wanted to give more stars for the food but as someone who has frequented some great French Bistros ( it is one of my favourite styles of food) Its not there. We started with the Vol au Vent with mushroom and chicken. It had good taste and depth of flavour but the puff pastry was a bit soggy and definitely tasted pre-baked. It also didnt taste like it was made in house. There wasnt that crispy sound and when you cut in with flakes of pastry everywhere. The Paté de Maison was good but a bit strong on the liver taste. It needed something to temper that taste. Mains were good but... The Coq au Vin had overcooked veg and the sauce should have been richer and thicker consistency. Its Coq au Vin not chicken soup. The chicken was moist and had good flavour but a bit oversalted. The Steak Frites. The most important dish in any French Bistro. Meat was good and cooked to my order but not sure what a California cut is and why its on French Bistro menu. It wasnt a great cut of meat but flavour was there. My biggest disappointment was the Frites. I dont know where to begin with the Frites. A bistro should not have Frites that are anything other than hand cut, FRESH potatoes and doubled fried. Its a must. These were not. These frites were akin to McCains frozen french fries. If a restaurant is going to charge upward of $36 to $50 for steak frites, do it properly. I saw no point in complaining as they clearly wouldnt be able to produce proper Bistro frites as replacement. The cocktails were good. We had the French Manhattan which had good balance of flavour and no skimping on the alcohol. Wine was excellent. A good French Bordeaux. The Espresso martini with the Baked Alaska was a great combo. The Baked Alaska was a good attempt. Im trying to determine if it was a really good meringue or a cheat with soft marshmallow? Not sure but it did taste good. Our bill was over $250 for two people which included two cocktails, two starters, two mains, three glasses of wine and one dessert with a dessert cocktail. I think perhaps the corporate group that owns this place should invest in getting a trainer or consultant/chef in the kitchen who has French Bistro experience and can up their game and get the food to true French Bistro status. Its suspect when there is no chef listed on the website or the menu of a Bistro. They need an experienced Bistro Chef. Im not sure I would pay out for a dinner here again. The dishes all tasted good but some seemed to be pre-made and reheated. I may come back to try the brunch as the staff are great and its a nice spot to hang out.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food and amazing service!!

★★
December 21, 2023

Food was okay. The French dip baguette was definitely reheated & chewy. There also wasn t a lot of meat in it. The eggs Benny was also okay, very salty, egg was way too over cooked and the hollandaise sauce tasted only of butter. As for the service, it was also okay also. We had ordered 4 drinks, 2 mimosas & 2 espresso martinis, they brought out 4 espresso martinis. We advised that we didn t order 4 and asked for the 2 mimosas, they still charged us for all 4 espresso martinis and the 2 mimosas. It s doubtful we would go back.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Absolutely delicious food, great service and lovely ambiance Kid-friendliness: Brought my littles and they loved the cheeseburger and Moules frites!! Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing, quaint, charming and delicious restaurant. Great service and outstanding food. Highly recommend!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Food is overall good. Service was good but could have been better. Very customer focused upon arriving but no connect at we left. Basically ignored. But overall a good experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Good food and ambience

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

French bistro featuring traditional French dishes. Great food and wine. The creme brulee was delicious.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

This is the best brunch Ive ever had! Ive been twice, and both times have had the eggs benedict, and both times its been delicious. Last time we were there, my son ordered the French toast and it was SO good. The service is fast and friendly (Kat has been my server both times, shes wonderful!) and the atmosphere is just lovely. I highly recommend Poppys and cant wait to try other things on the menu.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The ambiance of the place was wonderful. It felt very relaxing. Food was amazing. We had the duck pate and fig/brie tart to start, just amazing. Then we had the duck confit (yes we like duck lol) and the seafood bouillabaisse. Duck was melt in your mouth and the bouillabaisse was just flavourful. Ended with the pear tart and mint tea. Yes also amazing. To top it, our server Lexis was wonderful. Very attentive and made sure we were doing ok. We definitely will come back here and recommend this place.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My go to for a lovely date or a good night out with friends. Wonderful dinning experience. The food is always spot on, full of flavour and reasonably priced given the quality. The service is wonderful, staff is very informed and formal but not to the point where it feels too posh. They always have amazing seasonal menus and delicious features. A must try

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Kat was the best & so sweet we loved her!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

A beautiful setting, attentive service All around , a lovely experience Highly recommend Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Showed up with a larger party right before closing and they were more than happy to accommodate us. Service, food and atmosphere were all great. No regrets in visiting this location and would highly recommend this chic little bistro.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My husband & I just happened upon this fabulous restaurant. We were looking for a glass of wine & an appetizer. The manager & our server ( I believe her name was Pat. sorry if wrong) were so lovely, very accomodating and fun. The food was delicious!! We could have sat there for hours enjoying the atmosphere & vibe. Our whole experience was 5 stars +++.. Thank-you to all the staff last evening.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I would like to start off by saying thanks to all the wonderful servers who made our time delightful Andrea and Lauren are exceptionally amazing and totally made our dining experience great. Andrea you have a way that made us all smile The food exceptional, we had the muscles, oysters plate and I enjoyed the burger You must try the coffee while you re there l, it s really good and they ll send you on your way with a bag of hole bean for a reasonable price The ambiance of this cozy little bistro is exactly that cozy Great stop for lunch or dinner and looks to be able to accommodate small or large groups with a nice patio, the town has pianos spend across is different places and there s one right by the patio for anyone to strike up a tune Parking: Parking is right beside the restaurant and also right out front along the street

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Beautiful restaurant, wonderful ambiance. I went for brunch. I had eggs Benedict, breakfast potatoes and a cappuccino. The food was delicious. Will be back for dinner soon.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Loved the decor, the service and especially the food. We shared the tatar, shrimp, oysters to start (make sure you have the bread, its amazing). I went for steak frites for my main, as I had the gnocchi the last time I was there (which was terrific!) the steak was cooked perfectly. Cant say enough about this place...just what Collingwood needed!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

While the Coq au Vin was 1/2 cassoulet, it was still tasty. Great fries with it made it even better. Moules frites were also good. Great special occasion place. Nice wine list.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

I went to Poppys a few days ago for dinner and I have to say I was not disappointed. They had impeccable service and mouth watering cuisine. I am going back there for sure. Thank you for a terrific meal!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Excellent dinner, the Caesar salad on endive was unique but def order again, mules et frites was exceptional, nice Chablis and fantastic service. Thanks Neil for checking in on us! Love that this location is back as a restaurant - we needed French Bistro!!!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We so much enjoyed our experience at Poppy s. The cocktail R&R was just delicious and went down so easy. Hard not to have another. Food was excellent and the ambiance was perfect. Definitely will be back to enjoy again and looking forward to their Brunch.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great experience at Poppy s. We will be back!

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

The aesthetic and setting of Poppy s is lovely, and the food was delicious! However, for the price of the brunch dishes, there wasn t much to the meal. Brunch for two (without alcoholic beverages) cost $90, for context. Our server was not attentive and did not offer to refill our glasses, barely checked on us, and spent more time chatting with his fellow coworkers than helping us. Given the price, the service should match. Every other staff member seemed great and the young woman who brought us our food and cleared our table (basically doing our server s job) was wonderful. Overall, a wonderful brunch spot, but our service was lacking.

★★★
December 21, 2022

The aesthetic of the establishment itself is a 10/10. It s a beautiful spot. However our server was MIA most of our meal but was seen talking and laughing with staff. On the pricier side and portions were smaller. The food we had was delicious but there needed to be more to the plate to justify the price (even fruit or breakfast potatoes would have been nice) we paid $90 for our two coffees, eggs Benny and a dessert.. be prepared $$$

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Amazing! 10/10 for food, service, and ambiance! Had the oysters, French onion soup, Mussels, and steak and everything was perfect. Also, desserts were excellent. We will be back again!

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Stacey s review sums up our experience perfectly. We arrived for our Sunday brunch reservation at 11:15. I echo the 10/10 for atmosphere. We should have been the easiest table - eggs benny, french toast and two mimosas. French toast arrived cold throughout. Server was inattentive and never checked back to provide requested pepper for eggs. When you re paying $$$ these things matter. Coffee is just Nespresso. I hope that is temporary.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Going back again because its great...

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We visited Poppys for the first time for Fathers Day brunch. The food and service were great. The atmosphere was very cozy, while having lots of natural light and beautiful decor.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Just enjoyed another great meal at Poppys. The food is always a treat and the service is excellent. The French Onion Soup is a must try. And we love the endive Caesar Salad. So unique it brings us back! If you cant get to Paris this year, get a little bit of French ambiance on their patio!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Just lovely. Delicious food, great service.Ayla was the best...super service Cocktails look amazing. Love the decor. Had the beet salad and duck. Both delicious..highly recommend

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We have been twice and we are booked to go again tomorrow evening. The food and the service was excellent, our waitress was different on both occasion and each girl was lovely and very attentive

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

We recently booked the entire restaurant for a milestone birthday in our family. As a foodie and someone that enjoys dining out, I was very surprised that Poppy s exceeded my expectations in the three area s that I find most important for a great experience. Food quality, service and atmosphere. You can see from my photos how beautiful the food is and how well it was presented. The decor is soft, feminine and made the perfect background for all of our photos and videos. We made use of the outdoor patio area as well and I highly recommend you take advantage of it while the weather permits. We worked with Neal the General Manager on the menu items and he was there the night of the party to make sure everything ran smoothly. Gillian and Steph were our servers and kept the party going with quick drink refills and prompt delivery of the courses. I don t know how one bartender kept this crowd happy but Steve was pumping out the drinks with ease. I highly recommend his espresso martini. I can t wait to grab a couple of my girlfriends and go for bunch or late afternoon cocktails and a charcuterie board.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Such a lovely evening. From cocktails to appetizers to dinner - everything was perfect. Especially enjoyed the gnocchi and crème brûlée. Our server was attentive and welcoming. The food was delicious. The setting was beautiful. Gorgeous interior. A five star experience all around. Can t wait to come back. Thanks for a great evening.

★★
December 21, 2022

This is not a French restaurant. They have multiple restaurants of different genres and none of them are authentic. We were so excited until we found out from our Uber driver they have an Italian restaurant in the village that we literally walked out of. Tasteless and NOT authentic. Dont be fooled by their marketing. Try something local. So disappointing.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Our experience was amazing specially with our server Andrea (Red)...she made our time dinning an experience that well share with our friends and family...we have been there a few times and she has served us a couple of them and I think great service and food goes together to make it memorable...well be back over and over..as long Red is there for sure...thank you for dinner tonight.

★★
December 21, 2022

We ve been to Poppy s twice and they seem to be doing everything right. Service, decor, atmosphere: you get a good feeling from the time you arrive, are seated and served. We were excited to see this space taken up by a new restaurant since Tremont Cafe left. Only one problem exists, both times we have been there and agreed to by all the people that were there with us: the menu and the food. They are obviously trying to present something new and exciting but both visits we have been disappointed. The preparation of the food, the types of ingredients and the dishes offered are not something that makes us return until this changed. Very frustrating and disappointing. Sorry but thats the feedback that we feel is honest and fair

★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great location and patio. Great service with Red, she was most delightfull. Steve was also most attentive and helpfull. Food was generally good. The onion soup was very good but larger bowls would have enhanced the quantity and presentation. Linen in the inside of the restaurant would be more appropriate for an upscale french bistro. All of the above would have improved the rating.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Steven was a great waiter, Duck was great. You must try Baked Alaskan or Creme Brulee. To die for. Good value for $, lovely ambiance. Really great meall

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Had dinner At new restaurant in the area. They have done a beautiful job of creating a French inspired venue, both inside and out. It is very pretty, comfortable, and inspires their French menu. It was a very busy night, both inside and out, which added to the ambience, but challenged the service it seems. We were not served a water or offered a drink for at least 15 minutes upon our arrival. Following that it was another 20 minutes before we were offered menu options. The food arrived about 25 minutes later. The appetizer of beets was excellent, but the salmon was a very small portion, overdone and bland tasting, a little more sauce may have helped. The duck Confit was good, but the sauce was a heavy.gravy. The small serving of mash seemed to have been sitting for a while. I know it tough getting staff anywhere now, hopefully they can improve service and food quality over time.

★★
December 21, 2022

Very nice inside but very small portions for the price, left hungry lol

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Obsessed with Poppys! Great service and even better food and cocktails! I take my friends and family here often knowing that the experience will be wonderful! Highly recommend

★★
December 21, 2022

Decor was nice but restaurant needed blinds as the sun was blinding to the eyes. The food was horrible. Cold pate with no taste. The hamburger had zero flavour and the for the mussel dish the broth tasted like salt. They also served 4 burnt crostini for 4 people. For the price and lack of food I would not recommend this place. The food looked gross when it came out, not at all pleasing to the eye.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Fantastic restaurant. The service was excellent, the food was amazing and the atmosphere was great. Wonderful addition to Collingwood. I will definitely be back, probably many times.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

What a delightful evening. We felt like we were in Paris without the hassle of YYZ and CDG. The Bistro is decorated beautifully in french blues with a mix of old world chandeliers and modern touches. Lots of windows that overlook the outdoor spacious patio. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Our server had our meal timed perfectly. Food and presentation was amazing. Lots of blueberries and raspberries accompanied my roasted beet salad and confit duck. The best treat was our chocolate tart. Not too sweet but slow melt in your mouth fun! Nice to see so many people tonight with friends and family sharing good food good wine and good conversation!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We have dined in at Poppys for two special occasions this month. On both occasions we were extremely pleased with the menu, prices, staff and all round service. Acoustics could be improved.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Very cozy place to be with family and friends. Amazing food! The place is beautiful and staff are super friendly and the food is delicious. Our sever was awesome. Will definitely go back for our get together with friends and relatives. Thank you for the wonderful meal !!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We had a very large group come in for dinner and our servers stayed on top of everything the whole meal. I had the mussels and the gnocchi - both were fantastic. I also really enjoyed their french inspired cocktails!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Delicious! This restaurant has such a kind staff and on top of that, absolutely amazing food! I would come back to eat here again. They have a beautiful and sophisticated atmosphere to enjoy with friends or a partner. 10/10!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

All I can say is WOW! Poppy s was absolutely outstanding! I attended with a large group and the servers never skipped a beat. The fast and prompt service blew us away. The decor and atmosphere here is unmatched, I felt like I was back in France. I had fresh oysters and the mussels with white wine sauce which I HIGHLY recommend, for the main course I had the Steak Frites that was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be returning for their magnificent cocktails as well. If you are in the area this is a must try!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great experience, everyone is very attentive and friendly

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Beautiful restaurant with excellent service exquisite food and the best drinks

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

So loved this place! The decor is fabulous, the servers were super friendly and efficient AND THE FOOD IS DELICIOUS! We just got back from Cap Ferret in France, where the oysters come right out of the water, and we didn t really think that a restaurant in Canada could beat that experience, but we were wrong!!! Way to go Poppy s! I swear they were tastier than the ones we ate in France! And the Shrimp, and the Steak Frites! Shall I go on? The Beetroot starter was also very pretty and tasty. My husband tried their new twist on a Caesar Salad. It was tangy and delicious. Bravo! Wine recommendations were also great (I heard the owner is a sommelier). A special mention to our server Gillian who was amazing (and not just because of her name ;)) We ll definitely be back!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Beautiful restaurant. Food was wonderful and service was on point. We had a lovely brunch and everyone throughly enjoyed their experience.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We throughly enjoyed every aspect of our dining experience! The atmosphere was lovely, our server was attentive, and the food was delicious! We will definitely be returning soon!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Excellent food with a lot to choose from. Our sever, Kristin, was amazing. The atmosphere was nice. The GNOCCHI PARISIENNE was delicious and we loved the baked Alaska.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Amazing restaurant. Gorgeous decor, delicious wine, romantic atmosphere and delicious food we will remember. Our server Red was enchanting and guided us on wine, food and life choices. I can t wait to go back. I am so happy I found Poppy. A new fave.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Amazing food, cocktails and atmosphere. Great service from Steve and Renee.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Hello all of my fellow foodies! Lovely dining experience last evening. Have been a few times with my family and friends, the food is always consistent and the service warm. Steve and Red were very attentive. We will be back!

December 21, 2022

Very displeased. We booked the entire restaurant for a wedding reception dinner and while we were outside on the patio the restaurant incredibly seated other parties. Our large group was then forced into a cramped corner in the back. The restaurant offered almost nothing in compensation (the required gratuity was reduced from 20% to 18%, and they waived the minimum charge, which we d already surpassed). Also, we pre-ordered our meals but there was no record of this and we had to re-order. The food took a long time to come out (probably because there were so many other parties). The food was fine but nothing special. There were kids in the group and their meals came last. Some young families had to leave before the food was served as a result. The servers were, however, fantastic.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Poppys was incredible. We greatly enjoyed the food. Andrea(red) our server was an incredible delight. She regularly checked on how we were doing but didnt make us feel rushed to pick our orders. Was consistently asking how everything was too. She was awesome. This was my first time there (locals) and definitely not my last. I came with friends and will definitely be bringing my husband . Thank you for an incredible birthday dinner and night.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Absolutely fantastic, food, ambience and staff. Highly recommend

★★
December 21, 2022

The food and ambiance was great but originally we were going to order glasses of wine and the waitress said you might as well go for a bottle and given the price difference with the bottle we decided to go for a bottle. When the bill came we were charged 25% more than the menu price for wine. When we raised it they said we raised our price but our menus are dated and the prices are wrong and they didn t correct the bill.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Loved everything about our experience as a party of four. Steven provided excellent service, cocktails were unique and delicious, all of our meals were extremely flavourful and exceeded our expections, the ambiance of the bistro and building were inviting and comfortable. We will definitely make this beautiful gem of a restaurant part of our Collingwood visits in the future!

Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Dinner out with a group. French food reinvented. Why? Not sure it needed to be reinvented. Wife ordered French onion soup - tasted burnt. Burnt source found - bread at the base of the soup was burnt. Wife pointed this out to the waitress who responded with I will let the kitch know. Was not surprised as the bread and butter ordered as an appetizer was also burnt, as was the bread served with our friends clams. Caesar salad = plate of endive leaves with parmesan cheese and dressing. No prosciutto as indicated on the menu - however it did have the croutons - and yes also burnt. My main course of dried (previously frozen?) salmon with transparent zucchini on a bed or greens. Baked Alaska was chocolate ice cream on a piece of chocolate cake covered in marshmallow and glazed over with a torch. Nothing seemed to flow. Tastes all over the map. I was hoping for great French food. However not this evening.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Cute spot for lunch! My fiancé and I arrived at opening for lunch and we were seated right away. We enjoyed eggs benedict and cappuccinos, which were solid. We ll be coming back next time we re in the area.