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The Wooly Pub

4.7 (659)
CAN$30 and under
Pub
176 Woolwich St, Guelph, ON N1H 3V5

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The Wooly Pub

4.7
CAN$30 and under
Pub
Guelph

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2 people
22:00
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for craft beers
  • Vegetarian-friendly
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–00:00 Sun 11:30–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Wooly Pub.

4.7

4.7
(659)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Pub

  • Southern Ontario

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Southern Ontario

    Healthy

  • Southern Ontario

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Wooly Pub offers a "great vibe" with an inviting, cozy ambiance and a focus on sustainability and local ingredients. The menu, though not extensive, features "excellent" dishes like chicken wings and a sundried tomato wrap. Enjoy "exceptional service," a charming outdoor space, and a variety of craft beers.
659 Reviews
  1. Cindy

    Unspecified2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was tasty and there was enough for leftovers
    The Wooly PubResponded on 28 October 2026
    Thank you, Cindy! Yes, we definitely have generous portion sizes. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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  2. Anne

    Toronto / Ontario7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyable atmosphere, delicious meals, variety of choices. Great evening out.
    The Wooly PubResponded on 28 October 2026
    Thank you, Anne!

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  3. Katie

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great vibe! Service was exceptional! Food was yummy yummy yummy. Had a great time!
    The Wooly PubResponded on 28 October 2026
    Thank you for the sweet words, Katie! So glad you had a nice visit with us and we look forward to seeing you again soon! Cheers, Katherine White General Manager The Wooly Pub

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  4. Stephanie

    Toronto / Ontario5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The pub is cute. Service was OK. More waiting than usual but maybe that is part of the vibe? The food was excellent and we loved the sustainability and local food on the menu. However maybe as a result of that, the portions are smaller and the costs are higher? Pieces of fish were small, poutine also small. Chicken Wings were some of the best we have ever had. Rice Bowl was great value and so was Sundried Tomato and Feta Wrap. Choose carefully? Would go back but would adjust expectations.
    The Wooly PubResponded on 28 October 2026
    Hello Stephanie, Thank you very much for your feedback. Portions do vary based on costs and typical serving portions. Though we have lots of options with larger portions, depending on what kind of meal or value you are looking for. The poutine should be a heaping amount, so I will make sure to check in with the team about that. We take great pride in our service in value, and service shouldn't be slow, though some busy services will take a bit of extra time. We have 1/2 priced wings on Mondays, a generous Chicken & Rib special on Thursdays for $19.99, a lunch and a pint combo for $19.99 until 3pm Monday to Fridays, and Happy Hour from 3-5pm and 9-close Monday to Thursday, so lots of greats deals, depending on what you're looking for that day :) We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  5. Lynn

    Toronto / Ontario5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious and service was friendly and attentive. We were well taken care of and enjoyed ourselves very much.
    The Wooly PubResponded on 28 October 2026
    Thank you very much, Lynn! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your time with us and we look forward to seeing you again soon! Cheers, Katherine White General Manager The Wooly Pub

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  6. Jeremy

    Toronto / Ontario4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was good - service very quick- good value for food and drinks
    The Wooly PubResponded on 28 October 2026
    Thank you very much, Jeremy

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  7. Rachelle

    Toronto / Ontario16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great space especially the outdoor space. Very friendly staff, easy going atmosphere. Food was good.
    The Wooly PubResponded on 6 October 2026
    Thank you very much, Rachelle! We are sad to see the outdoor biergarten pack up, but excited for a cozy Fall & Winter inside :) We look forward to seeing you soon! Cheers, Katherine White General Manager The Wooly Pub

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  8. L

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was wonderful! Especially our server who was very attentive...I wish I caught his name.
    The Wooly PubResponded on 6 October 2026
    Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed your evening with us and we hope to see you again soon :) Cheers, Katherine White General Manager The Wooly Pub

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  9. Deborah

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 31 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We are from out of town and met friends for lunch. Everyone enjoyed their lunch choice. We were the only ones there on a Monday at noon. It got busier after 1:00 pm
    The Wooly PubResponded on 2 September 2026
    Thank you for the kind words Deborah!

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  10. Mindy Gold

    Toronto / Ontario17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We both had the special for dinner. I loved my chimichurri chicken and rice. My husband usually gets the beef dip, but opted for the chicken sandwich with olive that was on the specials board. He said it was tasty but preferred his usual order. Beer was cold and service was great!
    The Wooly PubResponded on 2 September 2026
    Thank you, Mindy! The chimichurri was a great choice :) It was a fan favourite for the staff as well. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Cheers, Katherine White General Manager The Wooly Pub

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–00:00 Sun 11:30–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

The Fish & Chips (battered Great Lakes pickerel) stands out, it’s on the current menu and multiple guests praise the pickerel and the fish dishes.

Yes, The Wooly Pub is often recommended for date night, with guests praising its pleasant ambiance for couples and several celebratory or anniversary visits noted.

The Wooly feels like a cozy, characterful neighbourhood pub, an old house with warm, inviting decor, live music and a friendly, homey vibe that can be lively on busy nights and calmer at lunch.

Come hungry, guests consistently describe portions as generous, with several reviews noting very large or “ginormous” servings.

Yes, The Wooly has outdoor seating: reviewers mention a back porch, covered patio and front porch that guests regularly enjoy.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is required for a visit to The Wooly.

For a quieter, brighter visit to The Wooly Pub, aim for lunch, guests say the large-windowed lunch service is calmer, sunlit, and offers great-value lunch options.

Yes, guests report distinct offerings at The Wooly, including a late-night menu (visitors enjoyed late-night nachos), a Thursday rib-and-wing combo, plus lunch specials and happy-hour value.

Yes, the patio is welcoming to diners with dogs; staff are known to bring water and even little treats for pets.

Expect the Wooly to fill up in the evenings and for special events, reviewers describe busy, packed nights (including a large, boisterous New Year’s Eve) while daytime lunch visits are notably quieter and brighter.

Yes, the menu includes accommodations: the Katsu Chicken Curry “can be made vegan, ” several dishes offer tofu or a veggie-patty swap, and guests have successfully ordered gluten-free buns with staff noting fryer cross-contact.

Wednesdays are a local favourite, many guests call the Wooly a ‘Wednesday night tradition’, and Sundays are popular for live-music afternoons and a lively patio.

Yes, The Wooly Pub welcomes private parties, and guests report the team can accommodate larger gatherings (for example, a 20-person patio celebration arranged two days ahead).

How FAQ content is generated

  1. Home
  2. Canada
  3. Toronto / Ontario
  4. Southern Ontario
  5. Guelph

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The Wooly Pub

4.7
CAN$30 and under
Pub
Guelph

Make a booking

2 people
22:00
Booked 12 times today
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