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John Garbe
is owner and operator of Kaytoo Restaurant and Bar in
the Village at Blue Mountain. As he reflects back, what an eventful
seven years it has been! Out of the blocks, Kaytoo has carved a niche
for itself that, to this day, remains unmatched.
Lunch or dinner, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, the team at Kaytoo
strive to bring their best to every guest’s table. Their goal is to ensure
everyone who chooses Kaytoo for their dining and entertainment ex-
perience feels not only welcome, but like they belong. Like they are
home. Skiers, golfers, tourists and locals all look forward to a welcom-
ing, warm greeting around either the giant four sided wood burning
fireplace or at a great spot on the largest patio around. From there the
friendly and attentive staff take over, satisfying every need and want.
“A pint of beer is a pint of beer is a pint of beer. It’s about the food, and
how you deliver the experience, that sets you apart from the competi-
tion. That’s what leaves a mark and makes our guests come back for
more.”says Garbe.
The dedication to culinary diversity is evident in the menu offering Kay-
too brings to its guests. The Canadian theme lends itself well to a wide
range of cuisines and cultures. From the menu’s quality statement, “the
food is unassuming and without pomp or flair, instead resting solidly on
unrivalled quality and depth.” Once you have a chance to review the
menu you can see what Garbe is talking about. There is something from
every province, coast to coast. BC Salmon, Alberta beef and Saska-
toon Berry Pie. Manitoba bison, Ontario pork, Montreal smoked meat
and lobster from Halifax. In addition, there are items that “Canadians
really eat”, including homemade burgers, fresh cut fries and crisp, fresh,
green salads. The menu is, truly, one of the most diverse ever offered.
Period.
Then the night comes.
House lights drop, the dance floor ignites and the unassuming relaxed
fine dining restaurant transforms into the hottest night spot on the resort.
“We will tell our late night dinner guests to expect something unex-
pected as we change our hats — there will be a transformation of the
restaurant they are walking into… some guests already know and those
who don’t, without fail, are excited to see what we are talking about.
The anticipation creates excitement and guests who arrive at 9pm are
seen leaving at 2am.”
Live entertainment was a staple at Kaytoo. Not anymore. The shift
away from live music to a range of DJ’s was driven by both the guest
and the bands themselves. “The bands were always too loud and they
wouldn’t turn it down! They drove me nuts and drove guests out of the
restaurant.” The switch to an all DJ format has not only addressed the
volume issue but, nowwith a much wider range of music to choose from,
more guests can enjoy the Kaytoo experience.
What about the future? The upcoming winter season sees Kaytoo with
some new tricks up its sleeve. Patio renovations have already begun
and plans to increase the number of guests who can enjoy the whole
experience are in the works. There is an exciting new après offering
as well, that in true Kaytoo style, will be unmatched in the Village.
“I always hear from our locals in Collingwood that the Village is too ex-
pensive… our goal is to break that mindset… to rewrite the rules… but
that’s what we like to do!”
Kaytoo Restaurant and Bar in the Village at Blue. Day or night. Night
or day. There is always something going on at Kaytoo!
705.445.4100
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The Village at Blue
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I CAN’T BELIEVE WE’RE GOING
INTO OUR EIGHTH WINTER!
Great Food... Great Music... Great Times... Period.
~John Garbe
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