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The Port Tavern Thornbury - The Port Tavern, Thornbury, ON

The Port Tavern

4.4
4.4
87 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
The Port Tavern Restaurant & Bar in Thornbury, Ontario, is your go-to for a classic blend of rugged tavern vibes and high-end dining., Crafted by the legendary Celebrity Chef Mark McEwan. Whether you’re basking on the 100+ seat patio or warming up by the fireplace during cooler months, it’s the perfect spot for every occasion.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Contemporary British, Contemporary French
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (519) 599-9996
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Mark McEwan
  • Private party facilities
    Uniquely situated amidst the breathtaking and unobstructed view of the Georgian Bay, our venue combines the charm of a classic tavern with the elegance of gourmet cuisine and a lively bar atmosphere.
  • Private party contact
    Allison Raven: (647) 225-4064
  • Neighborhood
    The Blue Mountains
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 87 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Port Tavern in Thornbury offers a "fantastic" waterfront dining experience with "amazing" views of the marina. Guests rave about the "great" food and "wonderful" service, with standout dishes like French onion soup and steak tenderloin. The patio is highly recommended for its atmosphere. Some guests noted the pricing is high, but many find it justified by the quality and ambiance.

89 Reviews
  1. Patty

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the ambience here, both indoors and out. The food is consistently great and staff are friendly and courteous. We have been 4 times and it is our fave place to have a special night out or a drink on the patio. Will be returning often.

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  2. David

    VIP

    Dallas

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service by Selwyn was superb, personable but never intrusive. Shrimp in the cocktail were huge and delicious. Sauce was a little heavy on the horseradish but delicious. Pickerel was delightfully seasoned as was the salmon. Stick toffee pudding to finish off the meal was scrumptious.

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  3. Carmine

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had made a reservation for 7:30 for 2 people at least 10 days prior. When we arrived, they seated us at a makeshift table near the bar area even though there were empty tables in the dining room area. We requested that we be moved, which they quickly accommodated. Other than that, the food was outstanding and the service was equally good. It's my first time at this restaurant but we will certainly be going back.

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  4. Rowena

    Berkshire

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed a New Years Eve dinner for 2. The restaurant was completely full but despite that we were seated a little before our reservation time. Had a very nice table with very comfortable wing-back, upholstered chairs. The service was great, and our food was delivered in a very reasonable time, especially given how many large parties of diners there were. We both started with the French Onion Soup, which we’ve had before here and it was as delicious as the last time. The best we’ve ever tasted (and we’ve tried a LOT)! I had the Cob Salad which was a large size and very tasty. My husband had the fish and chips. Look forward to coming back and sampling some new dishes in the Spring!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and excellent service, restaurant is so pretty and menu offers a great variety of options without being overwhelming. We had a lovely dinner there, thank you!
    The Port TavernResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words and positive feedback about The Port Tavern Thornbury. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our services, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! We value your patronage and look forward to the pleasure of serving you again in the future.

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  6. Vera

    VIP

    Toronto

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Great selection of food! All tastes good!
    The Port TavernResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Vera, Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and the variety we offer. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delicious dishes soon!

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  7. Mary

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My chicken was undercooked. Everyone else enjoyed their food.
    The Port TavernResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Mary, Thank you for sharing your feedback, we sincerely apologize for the experience you had with us. We will make sure to address it with the team and ensure this doesn’t happen again. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope you'll visit us again!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. A delay in service was made good by the restaurant team who were very helpful. Would highly recommend port tavern
    The Port TavernResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the food and atmosphere, and we appreciate your understanding regarding the delay. We look forward to welcoming you back and truly appreciate your recommendation!

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  9. Caitlin

    VIP

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Fantastic food and service. Unfortunately we were seated in the front room which lacks noise attenuation. We had to ask to turn the music down due to the above issues
    The Port TavernResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Jeff, Thank you so much for your feedback on our food and service! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your meal. We sincerely apologize for the noise issue you experienced, your feedback is important to us, and we will look into ways to improve the acoustics in that area to ensure a more comfortable dining experience. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope to welcome you back soon!

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  10. Lyn

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Bit disappointed, overall. Certainly no complaints with the service - it was very good. But the food was mediocre at best and expensive. Two of the three of us did not really enjoy our meal. Also, did not care for the fact when I made a reservation, I had to give a credit card which would charge per person if I had to cancel. Don't normally cancel but there are weather considerations up here!
    The Port TavernResponded on December 22, 2024
    Hi Lyn Thank you for bringing your experience to our attention, were sorry to hear we fell short of expectation's. Regarding our cancellation policy we assure you that we would take weather or emergency situation's seriously which would not result in no show charges being applied. As long as we receive communication we'd be happy to cancel at any time, unfortunately many individuals do not communicate resulting in no show reservations.

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FAQs

The Port Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (519) 599-9996.

The Port Tavern is rated 4.4 stars by 87 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Port Tavern

15 Harbour St, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    The Blue Mountains
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Contemporary British, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Mark McEwan
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (519) 599-9996
  • Private party facilities
    Uniquely situated amidst the breathtaking and unobstructed view of the Georgian Bay, our venue combines the charm of a classic tavern with the elegance of gourmet cuisine and a lively bar atmosphere.
  • Private party contact
    Allison Raven: (647) 225-4064
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