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Average Joe's

Trout Lake Road, North Bay, Ontario, Canada
705-474-1982
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Ranked #12 of 104 restaurants in North Bay
Price range: $10 - $25
Cuisines: Diner, Contemporary, Canadian, Family Fare
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Doing business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Doing business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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Carshalton, Surrey
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18 reviews 18 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

This restaurant is position so as to look out over Trout Lake. The food is of a high quality although slightly on the pricey side. The décor and ambience are good as well as the friendly service. This will be a sort-after summer location for a meal.

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See 10 more reviews by Bibby00 for North Bay
Chicago
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30 reviews 30 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

Excellent view of the lake from this freindly restaurant with good food. Recommended for business dinner, couples and freinds. Good value for the money.

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Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

Decent food, good service, overlooking Trout Lake. A bit out of the way, but worth the drive. A nice place for lunch, and also to relax at the end of the work day.

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See 3 more reviews by Swolphin for North Bay
North Bay, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

Have been many times. Highly recommended. Good food variety. Great atmosphere with the view of Trout lake .Bonus are Wednesday nights with live jazz band.

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around the world
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013

Very nice scenery, but unfortunately the name says it all when it comes to the food - average. Will continue to bring visitors here, but only for the view.

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See 2 more reviews by illjill for North Bay
North Bay, Canada
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

When I first moved to North bay we ate at Average Joe's and the food was amazing. When I ate there again about 2 years later, for a lunch with my boyfriend I found it over-priced and didn't have the same food quality as before. I will not eat there again.

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See 2 more reviews by NorthBayFoodie for North Bay
Alliston, Canada
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43 reviews 43 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

A great location for a restaurant, situated on Trout Lake. We got a table by the window which was nice, but too bad it wasn't summer. I ordered pickerel on my wife's recommendation. The portion was large and tasty but I found that it was over-breaded and deep fried. The wine selection is small but not too expensive. Overall I... More

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2013

We went for dinner after cross country skiing and while the food was okay, both the (wintry) view out the large windows and the service were great. The restaurant has a range of options available at all price points, with the majority of main items being around $20. Food arrived quickly, and service was efficient.

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Muskoka, Ontario, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

The food is fantastic. We sat outside on the deck and watched the activity on the water. Service was prompt, food was hot and I would highly recommend this place to anyone.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013 via mobile

Average Joe's in no way average! It's our "go-to" restaurant when visiting North Bay. Favourites include coconut shrimp appetizer and prime rib dinner. Go hungry. Portions are very large. Prime rib runs about $25. Wine bottle prices 20-30$. Had pickerel once, tasty but too much breading for my preference. Make reservations for sure. James and team never disappoint.

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