Music on Main Bar and Live Venue in Huntsville

7 Main St W, Huntsville, ON P1H 2C5, Canada

★★★★★
(118 reviews)
Categories: Live music bar Lunch restaurant

About

Experience breakfast and lunch in a truly unique environment. Queen St. W meets Muskoka for coffee and guitars.

Website
musiconmainmuskoka.ca
Address
7 Main St W, Huntsville, ON P1H 2C5, Canada
Plus Code
8QGH+8M Huntsville, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
12–10 PM
Thursday
7 PM–12 AM
Friday
12–10 AM – 7 PM–12 AM
Saturday
7 PM–12 AM
Sunday
12–1:30 AM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Kerbside pickup On-site services Dine-in Delivery
Highlights
Karaoke Live music Live performances
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Food Food at bar Spirits Wine
Dining options
Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards

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Reviews

4.7
★★★★★
118 reviews

Most Mentioned

guitars (16) sandwiches (14) owner (8) conversation (5) environment (5) latte (4) patio (4) brie (3) living room (2) chicken salad (2)
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★★★★★
September 9, 2024

YUMMM! Just had the most DEEELICIOUS lunch at Music on Main! Most unique and flavourful chicken salad sandwich on fresh Bavarian rye, spices I can’t put my finger on, but so “yum”-inspiring. Be sure to stop in for a fresh, chef prepared lunch.

★★★★★
August 29, 2024

Welcoming and friendly place with the best Montreal bagels! A must-see attraction in Huntsville. Unique artwork and an all-around funky cafe/bar.

★★★★★
July 27, 2024

Absolutely the best Karaoke around!!! You get immersed in the eclectic exciting atmosphere created by the owner and amazing staff!! You walk into a welcoming living room, filled with talented singers of all genres!! Whether you are a singer or a listener, you feel like you are a winner!!! The air is literally filled with excitement and anticipation of what or who is going to take the floor next!! Catch the vibe and fall in love with Music On Main!!! See you there!!!

★★★★★
May 18, 2024

passing through from Montreal, just finished an awesome evening of karaoke and had a wonderful evening. thank you Mike and all your staff, we met a lot of amazing people and heard wonderful talents. I hope we get to come back soon

★★★★★
October 25, 2023

want a non alchocolic bailey’s? come and check out their Dirty Devil coffee..It’s creamy but you can still taste the coffee. Their butter tart really taste good and brownies so chewy. Service was excellent

★★★★★
July 12, 2023

Awesome place!!!! Best cafe in Huntsville, hands down. Most unique ambiance in the town. So much attention to detail in the decor. Great food and drink. Attentive and friendly service. One of the most beautiful outdoor patios I've seen. They now have beer! I highly recommend Music On Main, don't miss out on this gem!

★★★★★
May 30, 2023

Didn't get to try any of the food but the vibes were ~immaculate~ and the coffee was good! Service was definitely a highlight... Felt like I knew the owner from the moment I stepped through the door. I would have loved to stick around longer but unfortunately we could only do a quick stop on our way to North Bay. I would definitely go again and sit out in their patio! Also they make homemade soups which is a personal green flag for me.

★★★★★
February 24, 2022

Fantastic little place with very friendly and customer service oriented owners. Accidentally found this place driving past it and stopped for coffee. Yes, a coffee shop, where you can buy a guitar, get one fixed or do lessons! The coffee is great (go with the darker), but the sandwiches are amazing. Had the Cuban and roast beef. Both were full of a variety of flavours. The Cuban has an added nice warm (hot sauce) flavour, while roaster beef has a gentle sweetness. We also got a couple homemade treats which are all baked in house. We chatted with the owners Jill and Mike, both amazing people. Recently opened during COVID. Whether your a local or traveller you won't be disappointed. Excited to head back to Huntsville to try another tasty sandwich.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Free party.. sing and love life fun times something to do with friends .. on a hill parking everyone is having fun here

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

We had a wonderful time at the karaoke show on Friday night. We didnt eat as we found it a wee bit pricy for our budget. Very cozy and friendly atmosphere.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Great food and drinks, great service, great music, great atmosphere ! Highly recommended Food : 5/5

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

All around amazing experience! From the friendly environment created by the staff and the regular visitors to the amazing food and music!

August 22, 2024

Went to buy a guitar, opened the door, was greeted with Were closed. So I bought a guitar at Long and McQuade in Gravenhurst. Easy as that.

Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Went in to grab 3 coffees. $5.5 for a Nespresso latte? Try something else if you go in. Edit: Idiotic reply to a fact. Dont mix Italy with your stupid pod coffee. Given your reply and the abandoned cafe, Im not surprised how empty your place was.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Great terrasse. Excellent service. Go and meet Pet the pigeon.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Food was amazing and the owner is super nice and helpful

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The Muffaletta is straight up the best sandwich you will ever have in your life. Get yourself one with a Peroni. Thank me later.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Great vibe and service. Its a unique experience, thats for sure.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Cool place, intimate venue, will return.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Great place to chill and listen to music.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

A great place! Friendly and good food (coffee was perfect!)

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Im conflicted. I would give a higher rating if the prices were somewhat reasonable for what you get. I was completely shocked to see how tiny the sandwiches were. I was expecting a platter with some sides because the price was so steep. When it arrived I couldnt believe it. The cafe is a great idea! Dont get me wrong. I like the vibe. I was happy to see something different in the area. If the prices werent just for the rich I would give 5 stars. You just cant charge those prices here and give such tiny portions. Im shocked that the other reviews dont mention this. I guess they have a lot of money to burn? Im still shaking my head. My partner really wanted to fix the guitars as well lol. He hated to see some of them in such poor condition. But the owners seem really nice! The coffee was good, and if you are rich go for it! Parking: Good luck finding a spot. Not the owners fault. Huntsville has the worst snow removal I have ever seen. Its a joke.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Awesome place to just hang out and pull in the positive vibes resonating! Great hospitality! Good food and beverages. Fun! Quaint! Jiving! Food

December 22, 2023

Expensive and a small portion...and the male working the counter spent the whole time complaining about a previous customer out loud...terrible atmosphere

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I have heard a lot about this place that Mike and his Wife took a Leap of Faith opening last year. Let me tell you; They have Knocked it Out Of the Park!! They have created an absolutely Awesome Vibe! I had the Breakfast sandwich and it was truly Excellent and so was the Dark Roast coffee. I dont understand the outrageously inaccurate comments from yesterdays reviewer as the portion of the sandwich was huge (barely could finish) and the price was far less than my haunts in downtown Toronto. Im looking forward to going back next weekend and trying the lunch menu. Thanks Mike....Your Awesome!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great Store! The Guitars are Amazing not to mention the food is delicious! Nice place to hang for a bite to eat! Rock On!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Nice locally built guitars. Great meeting place for a nosh

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Excellent in every way. A great place to eat Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Mike is a fantastic human with extensive musical awesome. Plus coffee and treats? Perfect!!! This small biz is what makes Muskoka unique, kind and enjoyable. Go here. Its that simple. Kid-friendliness: Music attitude and kindness

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Beautiful shop created by beautiful people and delicious food !! Make sure to check this place out !!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great location....great quality food, my wife and I come by often, sandwiches, coffee, expresso, baked goods, its just simply excellent....the store itself and building have a great vibe....Mike and Jill are excellent people....we are blessed to have them in our town...

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Mike, it was lovely to visit your beautiful store today, what a fabulous vibe & gorgeous decor! Thank you for the chat, my husband, son & I look forward to coming back soon for breakfast & coffee. Cheers!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We felt at home the moment we stepped in the door. I have a lot of food issues and the chef created a terrific jerk chicken salad for me. Friendly & casual. We also had a fun music chat.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

fantastic experience, staff were personable and awesome, food was made with care & atmosphere was great.

December 22, 2023

Hours posted said they d be open Sunday morning. They are definitely closed. Very surprising since it s the half Ironman race weekend. Wish I didn t walk up here with my kids to see they haven t updated their google hours

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

When Im downtown I love stopping by Music on Main for a tea and a treat. The atmosphere is so good for the soul, I could spend all day!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Mike is a very nice guy and knows his guitar Stuff better than anyone for miles around. Visit music on main, you ll be glad you did.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

From the moment I walked in I was in awe at the environment and decor, the coolest place ever! The latte I had was the best Id ever had. Mike, the owner/operator advised me that this certain pastry was to die for, and he was right. My experience there was stellar. Excellent.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Wonderful place...Id walk uphill to go here in a minute! Love the atmosphere

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Mike is one of the most knowledgeable musicians and greatest guitarists in the country. How lucky is Huntsville to have such a killer place to hang out, eat good food, and maybe buy a guitar or 2! :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Mike knows his food and his guitars!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Stopped in for lunch with a good friend this afternoon and stayed waaaaay too long chatting and just enjoying the atmosphere! The owners are lovely people. Really enjoyed the vibe and conversation (both with my friend,and the owners). Would definitely recommend this little gem of a spot. Apparently they have live music(performed also by one of the owners!). Looking forward to checking it own next time we are in Huntsville. Such an enjoyable afternoon!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great spot for a quiet place to work in the morning. Great start with delicious coffee and breakfast sandwiches, excellent service, wonderful atmosphere. Looks like it will be hopping later in the day! Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We popped into this sweet little Cafe for lunch today. We enjoyed sandwiches (turkey, brie, cranberry; classic reuben) and coffees on the patio. The food was delicious and the service was friendly. We each took a second coffee to go with their flakey, butter tarts. It was a wonderfully unexpected little gem in our day.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

An awesome cafe/music bar! Exactly what Muskoka needs. The atmosphere is nice and the music is even better. Mike and Jill made us feel right at home!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This coffee shop is probably the best in town! Amazing coffee amazing food and fantastic people to enjoy your coffee or meal with, Mike and Jill are absolutely amazing and love what they do and the people they have come in. If I could give it a 5 star I would hell I d give it a 10 star rating! Don t go to timmies or Starbucks for a coffee try the music on main! You won t be disappointed ever!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

A great little place for a cup of coffee and good conversation.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Lovely people, food was nice, coffee great, will return.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great little spot! We enjoyed a quick lunch date, they had board games to play. Food is yummy! Meatballs are like nonna used to make Good coffee and carrot cake. Owners are friendly as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great atmosphere and coffee. We stopped by to grab coffee in the morning and the brew was wonderful! Will be back for sure Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The best Friday night Karaoke nights in Muskoka! A warm, accepting environment where everyone is welcome.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Awesome place in downtown Huntsville with a awesome vibe and friendly staff/ owners 100% recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great spot to enjoy the atmosphere. Glad we found it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best licensed cafe and live music experience in town! Yummy pastries, treats and mouth watering sandwiches to enjoy in a warm inviting ambiance. Great variety of coffees and teas. A must try destination for locals and new comers alike. It s also a fabulous music store: guitars, amps, gear, parts and impeccable service (and lessons available!) from one of the top professionally trained session musicians guitar techs in Canada.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Love the place, Relaxed, European, best ever in Huntsville Mike and Jill (owners) are very friendly, Freshly brewed coffe is amazingly delicious. Thank you Guys....

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Wonderful atmosphere, friendly hosts, and the food is fresh and tasty! Will be back to hang out.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

DELICIOUS food. Fresh and homemade with love! Owners are wonderful hosts with a great passion for their cafe. We had two different soups and sandwiches as well as cappuccinos and cookies. Far exceeded our expectations. Looking forward to coming back! :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Amazing home made soups, sandwiches and baked goods with a funky vibe, I just love this addition to Huntsvilles culinary choices. Jill and Mike are amazing hosts and are more than willing to go the extra mile for those that grace their establishment. The place is also a guitar shop with a great selection of electric and acoustic instruments. I am very happy with the setups Mike has done on several of my guitars and highly recommended him to other musicians for and repairs or service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great coffee, warm cookies out of the oven and nice friendly owners.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

My boyfriend and I went to the music on main today for the first time. We had a great experience. The owners, Jill and Mike, were very friendly and knowledgeable about their products. We had a Turkey, Brie, and cranberry sandwich. It was amazing. The cranberry was homemade and my boyfriend who doesn t like cranberries loved the sandwich. We also had ginger snap cookies. That was probably my favourite part. The cookies were soft and just broke apart in your mouth. I d go back just for the cookies again! We ate inside and had a great overall experience. Thanks so much Jill and Mike!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great location and Atmosphere. Highly recomend it to anyone lookng to relax have a cup of good coffee and even better conversation.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Awesome place to stop for a bite to eat. I appreciate the effort the owners have taken to create the ambiance inside.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great little eclectic cafe/music shop. Fantastic service, tasty food and unique atmosphere.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Had some time off and was going to do some writing while at the camp and forgot a couple odds and ends, went to music on main and got all the cables I needed. Great spot !

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great guitars, nice drinks and good stories. We had a blast.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food, eclectic vibe and the owners are awesome people!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing, professional, knowledgeable and very courteous. 100% satisfied customer right here. I highly recommend Music on Main.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Coffee and sandwiches here are awesome, atmosphere / concept is really cool, and the ownership here are very friendly. This is my #1 coffee spot when passing through huntsville now.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Nice to go back to this building with the newest owners giving out their marketing twist. Muskoka Roastery started out here and their coffee remains here. The owner was enthusiastic about the very dark roast which I also adore, he was right about it. I had what they call the BEST breakfast which is egg, bacon, tomato and spinach in a bun. Very good. Lots of character in the surroundings, we sat in old living room chairs eating and drinking in a very relaxed manner. Really nice place to enjoy.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Got myself a vintage SG from Mike and Jill and I have to say it was an absolute pleasure dealing with them and would have no problems going back to them for gear. Also they have a wonderful cafe with homemade everything so a double bonus. Play guitar and have a coffe. Thanks guys.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

What a delightful lunch. Good food, great conversation with the local owner and patrons. Go in the evening for good music.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I had Mike do a complete set up on my EJ-200SCE accoustic to match my style of playing and it is exactly what I aksed for!! Mike also did a top reglue for my 40 plus year old Ovation and did a great job.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Got a set of strings the last time I was in, left some change. Good stock, good brand.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Go to this place if you visit Hunstville! They make the best latte I have had in years and the cookies are soft and delicious! I had to stop here again on my way back to Toronto to order another latte and the loaded breakfast sandwich. If I didnt live so far I would go back for the breakfast sandwich. It was so good. I have nothing but praise for Music on Main and the owners. This will definitely be my go to stop now when I come back to Muskoka!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

A fantasy dream for my toddler and husband. Guitars, music, delicious food and coffee. Even put on Ninja Turtles for entertainment. Our most prized discovery in Huntsville yet! The couple showered our son in treats and kindness Will be back every time we re in Huntsville. Thank you for your hospitality!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great little cafe

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Lovely, very charming, wonderful hosts. Check out great albums on the walls.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Came in for a coffee, left with a free drumset! Mike is the coolest guy.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Delicious custom made chicken burger and grilled cheese sandwich . Brie cheese on home roasted chicken; three types of cheese on sandwich plus special sauce. Chef joined us on miniscule street front patio to describe his creations. Interior more for ordering and music supplies. Well worth a visit.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great visit my 1st pumpkin spice latte and white chocolate cookie Mike was entertaining and a great Bad Brains album on the wall

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Love this little place. So pleased I found it. A lovely couple run it. It is a real local cafe. I love the home made soups, breads and more. I am rounding up all my friends to come with me. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food and service! Nero sandwich was great and they were super friendly with our dog :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Went to Music on Main for the first time and had a great experience. The owner Mike was so great to talk to and the coffee was perfect! I would recommend trying the dirty devil while you re in town!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Stopped here to work remote while on a weekend getaway. The owners were both friendly and hilarious, a refreshing environment for the Huntsville area. My cappuccino was one of the best coffees I ve had in a while. Highly recommend paying them a visit if you re in town

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Love the place, warm friendly run by great people. Best local soup available homemade by Jill. And being able to talk music and guitars with Mike a top Canadian musician and performer makes this an unbeatable combination. Christmas is coming, buy local.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Make sure you check out this place. Great food, vibe, customer service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

This gem is one of those places where, when you leave, you might say to yourself why didn t I think to open a place this great ??? I came for the guitars but stayed for the dookie. Perhaps that bears explanation. Jill (co-owner) makes a mean smoothie, all named after iconic rock titles. Plus they make terrific lunch foods and a mean espresso. Then, you turn the other way and Mike (the other co-owner) will be more than happy to show you one of the sublime Music On Main guitars he has crafted to his exacting specifications on offer. Don t miss visiting Music on Main!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

An excellent cafe environment with a guitar shop influenced ambiance. Top that off with great food and drink, not to mention a very gregarious hostess. I will be back again.