Chef Henrie Bistro & Café

Family has eaten here often since opening, this was my first visit. An occasion for my FIL and his Birthday. We were greeted and had a nice table, looked over their rotating bi-weekly Winter menu and orders were taken and suggestions made. Service was prompt, food was plentiful, hot and very delicious. What a great restaurant to have in a small town. Attention to detail and the love of cooking showed through. Schnitzel was great, first time trying Styrian pumpkin seed oil in a mixed green salad and it was awesome. A warm apple strudel for dessert topped off a great meal. Family enjoyed humongous breaded chicken sandwiches and perfectly seasoned potatoes. Well done Chef Henrie!

We stumbled upon this place and wow, what a gem! Had the chicken schnitzel, Franz veal sandwich, apple strudel and coffee. Portions were large and food was absolutely delicious! We never knew Austrian food could be so good. Friendly efficient service. We will definitely be back!

we had the pleasure of dining at chef henrie bistro & café in the town of mactier, near parry sound. because of the rain, we ventured there on a whim for lunch. it turned out to be a most memorable experience. my dad's of german descent and the meal exceeded his expectations. everything arrived at the table hot and at a wonderful pace, the portions were large, and the flavours, sumptuous. dad had the zigeuner schnitzel, I had the hunter, my husband had a schnitzel sandwich, and my kids ordered the leberkäse and fish & chips. the gentlemen enjoyed a favourite wheat beer, and the kids tried almdudler, a carbonated, herbal soda from austria which they loved. they had room for the house-made chocolate ice cream which was divine (we all tasted)! the decor was simple elegance, the lighting and ambience was very warm, and the spirit of the place was most welcoming. our waitstaff were personable and professional, as was our host and his wife. it was one of the loveliest meals we've enjoyed as a family in a long time. added bonuses: they were able to accommodate anaphylactic allergies and it was accessible (for dad). hats off to chef henrie for such a wonderful culinary experience, and to your parents for their incredible hospitality. we recommend chef henrie most highly, and look forward to our next visit!

We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Chef Henrie. From the moment we arrived, the service was amazing—friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the entire meal. The portion sizes were very generous, which was a pleasant surprise. The veal was incredibly tender and full of flavor—perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. The chicken sandwich was also outstanding: a huge portion with a thick, juicy piece of chicken that made it both satisfying and memorable. Great food, excellent service, and large portions make this place an easy five stars. We’ll definitely be coming back!

For some reason we thought we were going to a brunch restaurant and stumbled across something even better for lunch. Chef Henri’s parents greeted us warmly and we learned so much about Austrian cuisine and culture. The soup of the day…potato soup best ever. The salad with pumpkin seed and feta so light and fresh...I will spend the next week trying to duplicate it 😁 We all had schnitzel…chicken, veal and pork. Very light and fresh as well. We came out with bottles of pumpkin oil and very full bellies. The only regret is that we didn’t leave room for dessert. They looked SO good! Very welcoming. Highly recommend and we will be back for dinner.

We stumbled upon Chef Henrie Bistro & Café by chance when we were looking for a local restaurant in the area to try out. This is a very small restaurant serving comforting and authentic European tasting dishes. It was a bit out of the way for us and there is not much to do in the area but we don't regret coming here. The restaurant is small but modern and can get busy so make a resy before heading over. We tried to make reservations last minute on a Saturday evening but they were fully booked so we came for Sunday lunch instead. Food portions here are quite large so it's perfect for sharing. We ordered their Schnitzel Special which changes every two weeks. It was Zigauner Schnitzel on the day we went and all their Schnitzels comes with a salad (choice of Caesar, Garden or Styrian). We opted for the Styrian salad and ordered Red Cabbage on the side. Their Red Cabbage is strongly spiced with star anise so it's not for everyone. For drinks we ordered a pint of Krombacher Pilsner on tap which was both light and refreshing. They also introduced us to Almdudler which is an Austrian beverage similar to Ginger Ale but made from a number of different herbs. Very unique tasting and not super gingery and also not bitter at all. We decided to give it a try as we haven't seen this soda offered at other restaurants or grocery stores and it seemed really unique. They have a small outdoor patio space and a mini parking lot at the back of the restaurant. They also play German music/radio in the background at the restaurant.

On a recent visit we had a delightful experience. Our group started as a reservation for four,which grew to 6 and eventually to 12. The staff where very helpful in making sure everyone was seated comfortably and served in a very timely manner. some of the late arrivals actually ordered on line and their food was served within minutes of ther arrival, so that the whole group ate at the same time. We have been several times to this restaurant and will definity return again

When I saw their bi-weekly special of beef goulash ($39) on the menu, I was torn… do I go with the popular schnitzel or order the goulash and risk disappointment again? Luckily, my husband agreed to share. I find most Torontonian goulash tastes like beef stew with a sprinkle of paprika. Chef Henrie brought me back to Europe. Yes, his recipe contained lots of paprika but the tomatoey sauce also had a rich depth to it that was the perfect pairing for the boiled spaetzle. The tender beef was left in large chunks as was the hearty soft potato. Even the sauerkraut was surprising - served hot, not overly acidic, and had an underlying richness that my husband thinks may be bacon, but I can’t place. Who would have thought I’d like fried mushrooms ($14)? I certainly didn’t. Then I bit into one of the hot steaming finely breaded fungi, I continued reaching for more of the crispy juicy nuggets. The pickle-filled tartare sauce made it even better. Tip: save this sauce for the goulash, it goes wonderfully with the potatoes. With several schnitzels on Chef Henrie’s menu, the Hunter schnitzel ($38) was a delicious choice. The thinly pounded pork was covered with finely ground breadcrumbs and fried until crispy but still very moist. The mushroom sauce was not overly salted so it didn’t cover the taste of the meat but was seasoned enough to compliment the fluffy spaetzle. The schnitzels also arrive with a side salad and their Caesar was citrusy and light. The breadcrumbs were crushed into small pieces so that it mixes into the creamy leaves for texture. It’s not all meat and potatoes at Chef Henrie, the menu also incorporates dishes for vegetarians like the sage and brown butter gnocchi ($28). It’s a sizeable portion and a nice consistency - pillowy but not overly mushy. If you like a sweet and savoury dish this, is it. Take your main to go if you must as you have to try their desserts. The apple strudel ($12) is a lighter option with the paper-thin pastry that encapsulates so much apple! The spiced filling contains a mixture of mashed and slices of the fruit for contrast and the whipped cream was the perfect sweetener. The bienenstich ($12) was a bit richer, a fluffy honey cake sandwiching custard and covered with a caramelized almond and coconut topping. While it looks like a plain vanilla cake, it’s a great mixture of textures and flavours.