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The Norsemen Restaurant Reviews List

The Norsemen Restaurant

Treat yourself to mouth watering game, seafood, steak and prime rib in our historic lodge with stone fireplaces, wood beamed ceilings and "Old Muskoka" charm. The Norsemen has a reputation for great food and great times. Get off the beaten path, enjoy the lakeside view, and savour the superb cuisine.

Whether nibbling in the dining room or on the lakeside screened-in porch, delight in a diverse menu beginning with appetizers like Duck Confit Poutine in a brandy peppercorn gravy, Nawlin’s Crab Cakes in a Creole Remoulade, or Smoked Boar Stuffed Mushroom Caps. Unwind with delicate Ontario Trout pan seared with butter and lemon, savoury Venison tenderloin, or slow roasted Alberta Prime Rib. Stretch the languorous evening further with dreamy decadent desserts like S'Mores Mousse Cake or Green Tea Poached Pear.

On Mondays enjoy the casual Norsemen Bistro. Relish our chef's inspired take on fresh gourmet pizzas, house smoked ribs, pastas and fantastic fish tacos.
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5 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(5 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 5 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Food 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
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3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
1 / 3
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(4)
  • fit for foodies(2)
  • romantic(2)
  • good for groups(1)
  • kid-friendly(1)
  • neighborhood gem(1)
The Norsemen Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for The Norsemen Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Once again we were not disappointe.

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Dined on 5/12/2013
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"Les and the team at the Norseman continue to provide a great dining experience in Muskoka. Worth the trip from Dorset , Baysville, Dwight, Bracebridge or Huntsville, you will not be disappointed.
If you have not tried the Norseman, you owe it to yourself to do so."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Norsemen Restaurant
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

really liked the food and

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"really liked the food and the service - will go back!!! This was my first visit."
Dined on 26/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Norsemen Restaurant
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great ambiance. Cozy and

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"Great ambiance. Cozy and intimate. Friendly staff. Seared halibut was excellent. Worth the drive."
Dined on 26/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 4 for The Norsemen Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very quiet, just a couple

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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"Very quiet, just a couple other tables occupied through the evening. Nice log burning fireplace. Nicely presented meals, creatively made. Perfect portions unless you're an "all you can eat" type. (in which case you're probably not here anyway)"
Dined on 26/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Norsemen Restaurant
Based on 1 ratings-only review
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
1 / 3
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