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The Pearl Muskoka, Bala, ON

The Pearl Muskoka

4.6
4.6
89 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Global, International
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for brunch
Located in the heart of Bala, Muskoka, The Pearl is a destination food market during the day & vibin snack bar at night where “old country” and contemporary intersect. Led by a team of culinary experts, focused on mixing flavor-driven cuisine with the simplicity and comforts of cottage life.

What started as a vision of a cool, welcoming spot in the heart of Muskoka was then explored, researched and fine-tuned by TOBEN Hospitality Group owners Toben Kochman, Elana Kochman and Ryan Feldman. After putting their heads together and harmonizing their ideas, they arrived at The Pearl.

The Dinner Menu at the Pearl continuously evolves and focuses on communal eats in the form of small & large share plates or "tapas". It is the perfect atmosphere for guests to disconnect from their day and reconnect with one another.

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This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Tapas / Small Plates, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (705) 791-1363
  • Website
    https://www.thepearlmuskoka.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michel Swanson / Toben Kochman

Menu

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What 89 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Global, International

  • Muskoka

    Best Overall

  • Muskoka

    Best Food

  • Muskoka

    Best Service

  • Muskoka

    Best Ambiance

  • Muskoka

    Best Value

  • Muskoka

    Good for groups

  • Muskoka

    Healthy

  • Muskoka

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Muskoka

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Pearl Muskoka is a culinary delight in Bala, renowned for its "fabulous" tapas-style menu and fresh, creative dishes. Guests rave about the "amazing food," "exceptional service," and charming outdoor ambiance. Despite occasional service hiccups and weather challenges, it remains a "gem in Muskoka" for both locals and visitors.

89 Reviews

  1. Duncan

    VIP

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing staff and food quality. Great experience.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    This was our second visit to the Pearl, and the food and service were once again excellent. Unfortunately, though we arrived on time, no table was available on the side we had requested, and when they finally seated us, we were sitting right at the door, (beneath a glaringly bright light that made us feel like we were being interrogated!), in a place where the noise level was high and the ambience was poor —sadly, this seating definitely undermined the experience.

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  3. Curtis

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is Catered by a company in Toronto and brought up to "The Pearl Muskoka." The pictures look Authentic, however, when we asked if the chocolate mole was made in house, we were extremely disappointed to learn none of it was made in house. The pictures looked authentic, the price point is priced like an authentic dining experience. Sadly the person preparing our food was simply heating the food up for us. I'm sure he is a cook to some degree, but he is certainly not a Chef. I wonder who prepared this menu in Toronto and if he/she is a Chef? The price point is indicative of an authentic eatery that prepares "In house." This food did not deliver the quality it portrayed. ⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  4. Todd

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and food. Chef driven concept that offers outstanding food Quality. Server (Porchia) was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. Overall, well worth the higher prices.

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  5. EmilyS

    Edmonton

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Pearl is an absolute gem and a must-visit when in Muskoka. The food is fresh, flavourful and creative, with lots of options for gluten- and/or dairy free. The peas and shoots salad with secret green dressing was divine. The space is small and outdoors — and we were hit by some rain — but tables are covered and blankets offered. The service was wonderful. Prompt and personable. We’ll be returning again and are recommending it to our friends and family :)

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  6. Cathy

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, the food was outstanding and the service the same. The wait staff are always friendly and very helpful. I wish the Pearl had a bigger location with indoor dining for those rainy and cool days, however, we’ll take what we can get from this “Gem in Muskoka.” Best and most creative menu around. Reminds me of European tapis format only better. Keep up the fabulous work!

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  7. Matt

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was absolutely perfect. Easily the best restaurant in the muskoka region.

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  8. Alison

    Toronto

    109 reviews

    5.0

    109 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved every bite! The service is very friendly and efficient. Can’t wait to come back again.

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  9. Linda

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food, lots of flavors and textures, we had all appetizers!

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  10. Samantha

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good was absolutely outstanding! A great addition to Bala!

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FAQs

The Pearl Muskoka offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (705) 791-1363.

The Pearl Muskoka is rated 4.6 stars by 89 OpenTable diners.

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

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Pearl Muskoka

3047 Muskoka Rd 169, Bala, ON P0C 1A0, Canada, Bala, ON P0C 1A0

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bala
  • Hours of operation
    Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Tapas / Small Plates, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michel Swanson / Toben Kochman
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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