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Moose McGuire's

Bar Pub

Laid-back, wood-accented watering hole featuring various beers on tap, pub grub & live bands. People often mention good, time, wings, great, pizza, night, service, beer, salad, Great,


Address

3320 McCarthy Rd, Ottawa, ON K1V 0X3, Canada

Website

moosemcguires.ca

Contact

+1 613-680-4411

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (662 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 11 am to 1 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 2 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 2 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 2 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 2 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 1 pm
  • Monday: 11 am to 1 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (19) time (13) wings (11) great (11) pizza (10) night (10) service (9) beer (7) salad (6) Great (6)
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  • 1/5 Meagan 2 years ago on Google
    My 13$ Cobb salad. Moldy tomatoes and rotten lettuce ! This is the third time I've tried this place. They eaither have messed up the order or its been just gross like this
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rodney N. 3 months ago on Google • 484 reviews New
    Great wings here! Beer is cold. Staff are good, fast and friendly! What more do you want :) Only 4 stars on atmosphere because it was packed, loud and the seats are crammed together.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 J 8 months ago on Google • 95 reviews
    About the food it took forever for the food to arrive at the, table , the pizza had hair in it, They took it off my bill and offered me a free one. By that time my friends had already finished. I decided to try the Poutine only because I was so hungry I received a small amount of french fries that were over cooked and drowned very thin gravy with a small amount of cheese which they charged me $11 for. I would have been better off driving down the road to a local chip truck order my poutine for around $6 where I would have received a proper amount of french fries with a real gravy and cheese curd.. When I received the bill I was shocked my partner ordered the fish and chips. I had one order of onion rings two beer and I paid almost $100. When I got home I was starving I heated up a piece of the pizza that they gave me, it was the most tasteless cardboard pizza I've ever tasted, I ended up throwing it in the garbage. Take my advice stay away from Moose McGuire's Maybe they should hire a real cook, The cook at the location on McCarthy Avenue has no idea what he's doing. Horrible disgusting food. Very slow service for a place that was not busy. very high prices for low quality food and service..
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nathan D. 7 months ago on Google • 60 reviews
    Best pub in Ottawa’s south end, hands down. The bar is amazing and all the old vets sitting around it make for lively conversation. The live music is outstanding. They’ve got a great selection on tap. The food is delicious. The washrooms are always clean. And there’s a cool secret room in the back all decked out in Victorian steampunk decor. Don’t know what goes on there…
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justin T. 4 years ago on Google • 17 reviews
    Moose McGuire's is our go to restaurant for cheap beer, wings and fries, and fish and chips. The staff is always great and I'm really glad we found this place. I would highly recommend to those who want juicy, meaty wings that melt off of the bone into your mouth and generous portions of fish. Don't tell anyone else about this place though, okay?
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Yi W. 10 months ago on Google
    We went there first time on Thursday night June 1st. I was totally disappointed with this restaurant and do not recommend to anyone. We have two kids so we prefer to seat at a capacious place. The girl who bring us to seat, told us the most capacious place have reservation. Ok that’s fine we can seat at the sofa, but we have three adults and two kids. That is really uncomfortable for us. Until we left, we didn’t see any people coming to seat at that place. During the dinner time, there has no air conditioner. The server told us their air conditioner doesn’t work. My kids felt hot and they didn’t want to eat anything. I think I have to thank them I have a dinner time with free sauna. About the food, I was disappointed as well. The server told us the special of the day was pizza, so we tried Hawaii pizza. I would like to say the pizza was bad, even worst than frozen pizza. We are really disappointed about this restaurant and never come back in the future.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Matthew B. 2 years ago on Google
    The Yorkies app is good. They charged an extra dollar for mayo for my club, which I found rediculous
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Guy L. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food, friendly service. 4 stars because they have me the dirtiest beer pitcher I've ever seen in my life, I was able to scratch the stains with my nail within the inside.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Twin T. 1 year ago on Google
    The location is clean and cozy and has a good atmosphere. We were seated on wet chairs? Not sure shy they were wet but when we got up our pants were damp and wet, then the beer came out warm and when i told the server she just shrugged her shoulders and said ya and turned and walked away. The wings took 40minutes from the time I ordered until they came. The wings were good. The issue is the lack of service or the attempt to give me anything cold. It was not super busy when we arrived but it did get busier over the 40minute wait period. I paid the bill and it will probably be the one and only visit for a while to this place. There are plenty of good wing places with cold beer.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Linda D. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food. Generous portions.Very reasonable price. Friendly,prompt service
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Becky S. 1 year ago on Google
    Went again the other night, and Evan was fantastic serving us (once again). When I asked for my pub chips to be under done, he made sure it was okay to my likings when brought to me. Looking forward to going back again to see him!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Erica C. 1 year ago on Google
    Arrived for a business meeting/ lunch at 12:00- my companion was running late. He arrived at 12:10, had to leave at 12:45 for another appointment. There were two other tables in the restaurant that I could see. We both ordered salads-as we were in a rush, he ordered small side salad I got the chicken Caesar. We were told there was a lettuce shortage, was spinach ok? Not the restaurant’s fault, salads were fine. My companion had to leave, he wasn’t quite done- but I had time to stay to finish. Server Maggie came to check on me after he had to leave, I explained why he left unfinished and said I would just finish up but she could bring the bill when she was ready. I was chewing and still eating my half done $18.00 salad when she returned in 30 seconds with the bill and payment terminal ready for my card. I wasn’t expecting to pay so quickly, so turned to get my card out my purse. While I did, she cleared the whole table, including my salad. By the time I noticed, it had been dumped. I expressed surprise as I wasn’t done and was literally still chewing when she came with the bill, and she said- “oh, I guess I misunderstood”. I’d already paid and tipped her at that point. So I paid $18+tax for half a salad.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marlen Z. 7 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    I will easily say that if you are willing to accept that this is not fine dining (yet they make almost everything in house with love) and come with a positive attitude, you will be met by the kindest most generous staff and friends you didn’t even know you had. I was impressed that this genuine group existed outside of small towns. Those who might harshly criticize this establishment (more than likely showing; improper punctuation, spelling, or grammar) have missed out. I met a new best friend here. All that being said… the Wi-Fi isn’t the best.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 George S. 11 months ago on Google
    Went there on a Saturday night in May 2023, first time there. Got there around 8:15 pm and the place was pretty busy. Had a guy on guitar playing tunes. He turned out to be just the opening act as a full-on band came on after him! I sat at the bar, and the 'tender (Evan, I think his name was) did a good job of covering everyone and keeping the drinks going, even though he was by himself and by that point, the place was hoppin', it was like a freakin' night club! In terms of food, I had their BBQed bacon burger, and it was pretty damn good; nice crispy bacon. Overall, a good time. Check it out at least once if you find yourself in the neighbourhood. I'll def'ly go back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ryan B. 2 years ago on Google
    Typical pub food. My only complaint is that, a lot of the cheese on the bottom layer of the Nachos was not melted. Apart from that everything was fine (service, drinks, etc.)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael S. 1 year ago on Google
    Nicely laid out . Pleasant staff. Food special was tacos 🌮 3 for $10 ok but small. WITH A NAME THAT SCREAMS IRISH/BRITISH the draft beer selection was deplorable. Only Guinness, they has the tap for Newcastle Brown and would have made a small fortune.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sumaira I. 7 months ago on Google • 77 reviews
    Came here during wing night and after hearing all the good reviews. Overall, the wings were far too breaded. The breading was too thick and just made the overall wings greasy and not tasty. The flavours were good atleast. I don’t know if I’d be back but the drinks were good.

  • 1/5 Wanderer 3 months ago on Google • 45 reviews New
    Visited on a Wednesday for their wing night. Not sure what the hype is about but the wings were really bad, extremely breaded and the flavors were not good either. Service was nothing to brag about either. Will not return and do not recommend.

  • 1/5 C Bou (. 7 months ago on Google • 40 reviews
    $20 for a kids meal is absolutely outrageous. Chicken fingers and change the fries to salad. Got the mussels (cream sauce was milk water) we asked if it was possible to get the next batch with a thicker sauce and Erica's response was that is how they come. And we responded ok, but if it's possible to have them a tad thicker that would be great. Where is she then proceeded to say that there's no need for the hostility and we responded it's not a hostility, It's a preference request thank you! when the next match arrived, there was absolutely no sauce at all and her response was oh it's because the sauce is thicker, how is a sauce thicker that does not exist? Lol we found our service to be very snippy an argumentative. There were a few positive encounters but definitely Will not be returning. The food was trash.

  • 5/5 Shawn C. 6 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Sunday - Wednesday they have the best bartender I have met to date Adrian looked after us like we were on his own living room. The yorkies were delicious, and trivia was a blast.

  • 5/5 Rachael D. 5 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    You have to try Evan's Strawberry Marg, absolutely the best.

  • 4/5 David T. 9 months ago on Google
    Thursday night open Mike was very entertaining and the hash price pizza was good.

  • 4/5 David K. 4 months ago on Google
    Good pub vibe, it was quiet on the non bar side but the server was friendly and prompt, and food was good.

  • 4/5 Manon V. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a very busy place and is quite noisy. Their chicken wings are very good and very filling. We weren't expecting them to be breaded but will definitely go back for more. We didn't get the wet naps we asked for. It should be automatic that when ordering finger food, the meal should be delivered with wet naps. The napkins are great though.

  • 5/5 Marc T. 10 months ago on Google
    Great atmosphere and great people. Miles above the "airport bar" down aways. Could use a return to Karaoke and I'd be there every week.

  • 5/5 Sonja B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to stop for a beer. Friendly service and a 'Cheers' like vibe. Definitely going back!

  • 4/5 Mark H. 2 years ago on Google
    So. I'm going to start with the only thing I don't like about Moose McGuire's, because I like everything except this one thing. The pizza. It's just got a strange crust that I'm not a fan of. With that out of the way. This local bar is comfortable and welcoming. The staff is friendly and very responsive. The food is standard pub fare, and the specials night (cheap taco night?!) Make the food a decent option. If you're looking for a friendly bar to have a drink or listen to some fantastic live music, don't skip this hidden gem! (Just don't order the pizza.. .. in my opinion!!)

  • 5/5 Richard L. 1 year ago on Google
    Came in for a Saturday meal with a friend travelling through town. Met with great staff, three great meals, and a wonderful selection of bar options. I used to come semi regularly, and definitely will look to do so again.

  • 4/5 Shenelle M. 1 year ago on Google
    Good atmosphere. There is great trivia on Tuesdays nights! Food is hit or miss but overall a nice bar with a casual environment.

  • 4/5 Bruce P. 1 year ago on Google
    You cannot go wrong with a pound of wings for $5. They were pretty good in my opinion. Definitely going back there again.

  • 5/5 Catherine P. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is great! Burgers are made in-restaurant and one of best Ceasar salads in the City! Forgot to take a pic 🤦🏻‍♀️ Saturday night live music is great too - always a fun time! Come out and support local!

  • 5/5 K R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, people and live music!

  • 5/5 Andrew R. 2 years ago on Google
    Tasty food, great specials, good service and reasonable prices

  • 5/5 Brad W. 2 years ago on Google
    Taco Tuesday makes me want to return for Wednesday Wings. It all goes good with their selection of beers. The friendly servers are backed by promp cooks, more than happy to do what it takes to keep ya happy.

  • 4/5 Gary B. 2 years ago on Google
    Always love going here. Food is the typical pub fare but they have some interesting beers on tap from time to time. The staff are second to none!

  • 5/5 Mark M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great local bar with good music and cheap wings ($5/lb on Wednesdays).


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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