Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 1734 reviews

What Mike D likes about Farina Ristorante:
We visit North Bay about once a year, and this is 'hands down ' our favourite restaurant. Fast, friendly service, expertly prepared meals with quality ingredients, all at a very reasonable cost. A discount is also available if you are staying at the attached and excellent Best Western Hotel. Farina also has a superb breakfast menu. View all feedback. What Stephen Roberts doesn't like about Farina Ristorante:
Has potential and may be good when all the stars are in order. Apparently they had a banquet ordering off the menu that we were told about after placing our orders. Service was pleasant but glacial. Food was okay. Atmosphere was nice but some tables are too close together so you have to listen to others' conversations even whenpeople are talking at a normal volume. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menu
4.8 ★ from 23 reviews
John
20.11.2017 - 09:19

We arrived late but service was excellent as was our meal. We would come back the next time we visit North Bay.

Diego
20.11.2017 - 09:19

Stayed at the Best Western and it was really nice to be able to eat dinner right in the hotel after a long day. Very nice restaurant. We both had the onion soup...

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Liza
20.11.2017 - 09:19

Stopped in at the best western in north bay on our way up north for a father and sons fishing trip. found this amazing hidden gem for dinner. my oldest son trav...

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Diego
20.11.2017 - 09:19

This was a pleasant surprise as many restaurants inside hotels are not all that great. This is very nice restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere, good service and...

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John
20.11.2017 - 09:19

I Love to eat at farina,,the food and service is awsome.Pam is great ,she always makes me feel welcome with a cold lake of bays beer.

Farina restaurant in North Bay has received mixed reviews recently. Some customers were disappointed with the quality and changes in the menu, while others praised the ambiance, service, and delicious food. Some diners found it overpriced and lacking in traditional Italian flavors, while others enjoyed unique dishes like cappelletti and Caesar salad. Despite staffing issues affecting service and the dining experience, Farina received positive feedback for its atmosphere and attentive servers. Overall, opinions on Farina are divided, with some swearing to return and others unsure about their future visits. The restaurant seems to be a hit or miss, depending on personal experiences and preferences.

Yelp
4.0 ★ from 13 reviews
Josee
06.05.2024 - 09:07

Average Italian food. The restaurant should strive to offer more unique and unconventional dishes to stand out from other Italian restaurants. Our group found t...

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Steven
06.05.2024 - 09:07

The food was delicious and the service was fast. This restaurant is probably one of the best in North Bay.

Rob
06.05.2024 - 09:07

We had breakfast at this restaurant. I was surprised that breakfast is only served starting at 7:00 am, considering it is located in a hotel. The food was okay....

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Brian
06.05.2024 - 09:07

I have been a fan of Farina's for many years. But, after my last visit I may not be back. The beautiful ambiance of the dining room is left unused now. Instead...

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Jerry
06.05.2024 - 09:07

Had dinner here because I stayed at Best Western. Food is average at best. The calamari caprese did not taste super fresh. The shrimp alfredo is a bit bland and...

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Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 248 reviews
Mike
05.08.2023 - 09:36

We visit North Bay about once a year, and this is 'hands down ' our favourite restaurant. Fast, friendly service, expertly prepared meals with quality ingredien...

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Omer
05.08.2023 - 09:36

We went for a very special date night last night, dinner and a show. This restaurant ruined most of the evening. First we waited almost half hour to get a bottl...

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gypsyoma
05.08.2023 - 09:36

Great breakfast,lots of choices served hot with strong coffee .waitresses were super helpful and courteous

Nikólína
05.08.2023 - 09:36

The staff is friendly and efficient. Dinner was ok but not something I would repeat. The Caesar salad was dripping with dressing. The main course wasn’t great a...

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Mike
05.08.2023 - 09:36

Two for dinner on a busy Tuesday night while staying at the attached Best Western Hotel. We started off with a salad. I 've never seen a Caesar prepared like th...

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Google
4.2 ★ from 330 reviews
Liza
19.06.2023 - 09:40

Service: Dine in Meal Type: Dinner Food: 1 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 2 Recommended dishes: Meatballs Sub with Caesar Salad

Diego
19.06.2023 - 09:40

It's not worth it at all. Chef should learn the spicy types of pasta and you might want to check the oil for bread diving... his bad service: Dine in Meal type:...

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Kamille
19.06.2023 - 09:40

Was not at the restaurant was attending a coat sale at that hotel

Assunta
19.06.2023 - 09:40

Wow. I took my mate for his birthday. The mushroom ravioli was the best I have had yet. The service was awesome. Prices are comparable to what we ordered. He ha...

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Giovanna
19.06.2023 - 09:40

We used to enjoy Farina's, before Covid. Decided to try it again. The menu has changed, which is to be expected. In the past, we enjoyed the warm olive dish, an...

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Int Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 691 reviews
Harro
15.01.2024 - 07:31

Ate at Farina 's for our 44th wedding anniversary and we cannot believe that we have never eaten here before. Outstanding. Great homemade tasting tomato sauce o...

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Valerie
15.01.2024 - 07:31

We split the grilled chicken with bow tie pasta. It was very good but the chicken was a tad dry. Overall, the service was excellent!

Karen
15.01.2024 - 07:31

It's been far too long!! Farina is the best place for pasta hands down in North Bay if you haven't been, you really ought to.

Jennifer
15.01.2024 - 07:31

They served the best cappelletti dish I have ever tasted! A unique and delicious Caesar salad, amazing lasagna, soft lighting, beautiful decor, the food was fan...

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liam
15.01.2024 - 07:31

Great atmosphere and awesome service. We were looked after through our whole dinner and the server was fantastic. Definitely a good place to go for a date or wi...

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Restaurantji
4.0 ★ from 120 reviews
Catherine
10.10.2023 - 07:59

We had a lovely meal at Farina, we were greeted warmly by Tammy who was so helpful in providing us information about menu items and answered all our questions a...

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Marissa
10.10.2023 - 07:59

Our food was horrible. The chicken was grossly overcooked. Risotto was a solid mass. The roasted vegetables were adequate.

Timothy
10.10.2023 - 07:59

Little pricy for dinner but good.I had the chicken Parm and was very natural and felt home cooked. Personally the presentation was a little messy for me however...

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Stephen
10.10.2023 - 07:59

Has potential and may be good when all the stars are in order. Apparently they had a banquet ordering off the menu that we were told about after placing our ord...

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Maia
10.10.2023 - 07:59

Nice atmosphere here but they were busy serving a wedding banquetand were understaffed so the service was rediculously slow! Would have been nice to have been t...

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Facebook
4.1 ★ from 65 reviews
Foursquare
3.8 ★ from 8 reviews
Zomato
3.7 ★ from 24 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.1 ★ from 212 reviews

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