Poppy's French Bistro
80 Simcoe St, Collingwood, ON L9Y 3J9, Canada
Phone: (705) 467-0607
Website: http://www.poppysbistro.com/
Poppy's French Bistro in Collingwood is a 4.6-star French restaurant with 342 Google reviews, known for French Onion Soup and Lobster Bisque.
Why we love it
- French cuisine with classic bistro fare
- Located near Near Simcoe St and Callaly Crescent
- Cozy atmosphere, beautiful decor, attentive staff
- Table service with knowledgeable servers
- French cuisine with classic bistro fare
- Located near Near Simcoe St and Callaly Crescent
- Cozy atmosphere, beautiful decor, attentive staff
- Table service with knowledgeable servers
What to Order
French Onion Soup
A rich and comforting classic, this soup is known for its deep flavor and perfectly melted cheese topping.
"The French onion soup was rich and comforting..."
Kasandra P
Lobster Bisque
This creamy, flavorful bisque is a standout appetizer, praised for its incredible depth.
"...the lobster bisque was absolutely incredible..."
Kasandra P
Steak Frites
A perfectly cooked steak served with crispy fries, often accompanied by a delicious peppercorn jus.
"Steak frites did not disappoint. Steak was tender, flavorful, perfectly cooked."
Kyle
Duck
The duck dish is a highly recommended entree, noted for its delicious preparation and standing out among other excellent options.
"Everything was delicious, with the duck and lamb standing out."
Third Eye's
Lamb
Another standout entree, the lamb is consistently praised for its delicious taste and quality.
"Everything was delicious, with the duck and lamb standing out."
Third Eye's
Black Cod
This fish dish is described as "out of this world," featuring perfectly cooked cod and a brilliant sauce.
"Black cod was out of this world. Sauce was brilliant, cod was perfectly cooked and generous."
Kyle
Mussels and Frites
These mussels, served with fries, are celebrated for their substantial size and delicious Pernod and tarragon broth.
"The substantial bivalve bathing a Pernod and tarragon broth were the best we ever experienced in Collingwood and rivalled those we had in our travels abroad."
Bern
Crème Brûlée
This classic French dessert is exceptionally well-executed, with some reviewers claiming it surpasses those found in Parisian bistros.
"The crème brûlée were better than in most Parisian bistros I’ve been to."
Sergey Ursal
Inside Scoop
- Ask for a table away from large parties if you prefer a quieter experience.
- Be aware of a mandatory 20% tip policy built into the bill.
- The restaurant has a beautiful, French chic decor and warm atmosphere.
- Servers like Jen and Teagan are frequently praised for their excellent service and recommendations.
- Some dishes, particularly soups, have occasionally been served lukewarm.