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The Boat
Cranberry Goat Cheese Salad
Mentioned multiple times as excellent, fresh, tasty, and plentiful, making it a standout salad choice.
Fish Tacos
Described as delicious with generous portion size, highlighting freshness and quality.
Calamari
Noted to be cooked perfectly and tasty, recommended by more than one reviewer.
Chicken Wings
Recommended for their great taste as part of a well-liked simple menu.
Veggie Burger
Mentioned positively as part of a tasty meal option.
Buffalo Chicken Paddle
Praised for great taste, included among highly recommended dishes.
Chicken Burger
Noted as delicious and part of a great family meal experience.
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Highlighted as delicious and well received in family dining.
Poutine
Mentioned positively as a satisfying choice during dinner.
Chicken Fingers with Sweet Potato Fries
Enjoyed by guests for taste and portion, paired well with a Greek salad.
Steak
Described as amazing and perfectly cooked, highly recommended.
Fish and Chips
Noted for generous portion size and good quality.
About The Boat
The Boat is a bar and grill in North Bay, Ontario, known for its waterfront setting on Lake Nipissing, outdoor patio, and casual dining. Reviewers consistently praise the lake view, friendly service, and quick, tasty food, with many noting it as a good spot for lunch, dinner, or solo dining. The menu is described as simple and well executed, and the restaurant also offers beer, cocktails, live music, and live performances. It is in the CA$20 to 30 price range and has a historic, cozy, casual atmosphere.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
- Live performances
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Dancing
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is The Boat known for?
The Boat is best known for its lakefront patio on Lake Nipissing, where guests can eat and drink with a clear waterfront view. Reviewers repeatedly mention the scenery, fast service, and a simple menu that works well for lunch or dinner.
What dishes are most recommended at The Boat?
Reviewers most often highlight the fish and chips, pickerel with fries, poutine, and chicken wings. Other specific dishes that get positive mentions include a veggie burger, buffalo chicken paddle, steak, calamari, and a cranberry goat cheese salad.
What is the atmosphere like at The Boat?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and lively, with a patio that many people describe as a standout feature. It suits groups and friends for drinks or a night out, but it is also used by solo diners and travelers passing through North Bay.
Is The Boat good value, and what is the price range?
The Boat is in the CA$20 to 30 range, and reviewers call it great value for the setting and portion sizes. Comments mention generous fish and chips portions, quick service, and food that feels worth the price for a waterfront meal.
When is the best time to visit The Boat?
The patio and lake view are especially praised in summer and at sunset, when the waterfront setting is at its best. Reviewers also note that Saturday nights can be busy with a bar-night crowd, so going earlier is better if you want a quieter meal.
Is parking available at The Boat?
Yes. Free parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Boat have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Boat offers vegetarian options.
Is The Boat kid-friendly?
Yes, The Boat is good for kids.
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