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The Wooly Pub, Guelph, ON

The Wooly Pub

4.8
4.8
569 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Pub

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for craft beers
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
Perhaps the Wooly concept is best represented by renowned Canadian artist Charlie Pachter’s Queen on a Moose” paintings. These pictures conveyed what would happen if a British pub was transferred to Canada. That pub would feature local foods, beverages and decor. It would be an All-Canadian pub featuring the best of the British pub culture. A local or home-base pub for its guests.

The Wooly was inspired by the Ontario micro-brewery explosion that occurred in the late 1980’s. The brewery industry was dominated by 3 large companies for over 40 years until the start of the craft brewery phenomenon. Teaching a course on beers at the University of Guelph Bob Desautels was keenly aware of this development. When an opportunity to open a pub in downtown Guelph emerged he decided to feature only small micro-brews on tap.

The rest is history!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (519) 836-2875
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Don Douglas
  • Private party facilities
    As of Sunday, December 19th we will reduce down to 50% capacity dining. Both indoor and outdoor dining requires proof of double vaccination along with government issued ID including: Birth Certificate, State-issued Identification Card, Student Identification Card, Social Security Card, Military Identification Card, Passport or Passport Card.
  • Area
    Guelph
  • Cross Street
    Woolwich and Yarmouth
  • Parking details
    Limited Parking available in our lot on Yarmouth. Street Parking available, or a city owned paid lot on Baker Street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

Experiences

  • The Great Canadian Food Trail - Winter 2025

    16 Jan 2025 - 26 Jan 2025
    Take a tour of your own culinary backyard with The Wooly Pub celebrating the Taste of the Prairies showcasing the hearty, comforting and rustic flavours of Canada's heartland. Sink your teeth into bacon and cheese perogies, bison meatloaf, saskatoon berry bread pudding with ice cream and well-matched with libations such as the berry gimlet and the berry blitz - zero-proof. From January 16 to 26 embark on our culinary adventure! Each of our restaurants will showcase dishes from a unique Canadian region. Scan the QR code on our feature menu and share your details at any of our participating restaurants for a chance to win a $100 gift card to your favourite Neighbourhood Group restaurant OR a Tour & Tasting for 4 at Spring Mill Distillery.
    The Great Canadian Food Trail - Winter 2025 photo

What 569 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Wooly Pub offers a vibrant local atmosphere with "great friendly staff" and a "superb pub atmosphere." Known for its extensive craft beer selection and "fantastic" nachos, guests appreciate its accommodating service, even for large parties. The patio is a "real treat" in winter. Regulars highlight its "great taps" and "amazing" service.

569 Reviews
  1. Donna

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and our wait staff was exceptional!

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  2. Marnie

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Wooly is our go-to for comfy atmosphere and delish food. Always the best.

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  3. MargaretB

    VIP

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We love the neighbourhood vibe of the Wooly. A great to end the week.

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  4. Janet

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We booked a table to celebrate New Year's Eve with friends. We were seated on the patio, which was warm - too warm if you're under the heaters, but still it's a real treat to be able to enjoy the patio in winter. Our server was fantastic despite a few mishaps due to the number of people in the restaurant. We enjoyed some treats from the late night menu - fantastic nachos, fried Brussels sprouts, and sweet potato fries, which we all agreed were some of the best sweet potato fries we'd ever tasted. We moved indoors to enjoy the music after we ate and the staff did a great job managing everything despite a large and boisterous crowd. I've been coming to the Wooly since the 90s and have seen it go through some ups and downs. Right now it seems like it's on an upswing and it's fast becoming our local pub.

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  5. Anita

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hello. Thanks for the great evening. We think that when we paid the first part of our bill was not charged. We will drop by to double check it. Best

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  6. Steve

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an amazing time - great taps, friendly staff, great food

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  7. Andrea

    VIP

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 30 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a large party including toddlers. We were welcomed and well accommodated. Everyone enjoyed their meals.

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  8. Dean

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply the best Better than all the rest Delicious food Great friendly staff Superb pub atmosphere

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  9. Barby

    VIP

    Toronto

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was delicious! The Wooly has raw oysters on Fridays in December! Our meals were very good and the service was amazing as always!

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  10. Angel

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Many beer choices, typical pub food. Noise level is high.

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FAQs

The Wooly Pub does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. The Wooly Pub also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (519) 836-2875.

The Wooly Pub is rated 4.8 stars by 569 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Wooly Pub

176 Woolwich St, Guelph, ON N1H 3V5

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Woolwich and Yarmouth
  • Area
    Guelph
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:30–22:00
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Limited Parking available in our lot on Yarmouth. Street Parking available, or a city owned paid lot on Baker Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Don Douglas
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
  • Phone number
    (519) 836-2875
  • Private party facilities
    As of Sunday, December 19th we will reduce down to 50% capacity dining. Both indoor and outdoor dining requires proof of double vaccination along with government issued ID including: Birth Certificate, State-issued Identification Card, Student Identification Card, Social Security Card, Military Identification Card, Passport or Passport Card.
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