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The Publican House, Peterborough, ON

The Publican House

4.7
4.7
740 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Pub
After years of planning and work to restore the historical building that inspired the brewery, The Publican House restaurant and tap house is opening its doors to you! The 170-year old building has been reborn using original elements wherever possible, with a modern twist to create a unique and inviting space.

With a focus on local, Chef Brad Watt brings a new spin to pub food featuring a wood fired pizza oven, an oyster bar and beer pairing options with daily specials.

The bar features all of our Publican House beers, crafted on-site, along with new specialty brews developed monthly and available exclusively at The Publican House. Rounding out the menu will be locally produced craft beer, wine and spirits.

The Publican House; your neighbourhood pub, built on history.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 p.m.


Booked 18 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Pub, Canadian, Brewery

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue, Wed, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (705) 874-2619

  • Payment Options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Becca Burke

  • Neighbourhood

    Peterborough

  • Cross Street

    Rubidge Street

  • Parking Details

    Reid Street municipal parking lot located across the street on Rubidge Street.

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 740 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Central Ontario

    Best Overall

  • Central Ontario

    Best Food

  • Central Ontario

    Best Service

  • Central Ontario

    Best Ambience

  • Central Ontario

    Best Value

  • Central Ontario

    Good for business meals

  • Central Ontario

    Good for business meals

  • Central Ontario

    Good for groups

  • Central Ontario

    Healthy

  • Central Ontario

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Central Ontario

    Lively

  • Central Ontario

    Most Booked

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  1. RobynV

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    We had a great visit. The service was impeccable. The only disappointment was the chicken wings. They were undercooked/ pink at the bone and not crispy.
  2. TracyC

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious food. Great service, staff all help each other delivering food, beverages and clearing tables etc. Patio always great vibes.
  3. LisaM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fast service, pizza was excellent and band played!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great little spot, great food, great service, great value. Make sure you get a reservation on weekends as they fill up fast.
  5. wisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience2
    My reservation was supposed to be for the patio and they didn't acknowledge it was my birthday.
  6. RuthG

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You'll never go wrong with the Publican! Amazing service, delicious food, fantastic bar menu - always a perfect night out.
  7. MegE

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The live music on the patio was great, I didn't catch the guys name but he performed a great selection of songs. Perfect night to sit on a patio.
  8. Emilieh

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    The service was awfully slow. We order our food around 6:50 and it didn’t’t come out until 8:20. Our server never asked if we wanted refills or checked in
  9. ReadC

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New Spring menu just out and the food was Delicious! Our server was Taylor. She provided excellent service and really help make our experience enjoyable. Thank you
  10. SusanW

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food was great as was our server. Large group of 30 in the next room really loud which made it hard to have a conversation. However, we will go back.
  11. KevinS

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    It’s a good sign as to how good the beers is when they have run out of your favourite brew. Whenever I have selected my menu items the server tells us about the specials and I change my mind. It’s also great to be out on the patio again, but the seasonal annoyances are too (straight pipes and >12” woofers). Still our favourite place.
  12. TraceyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love coming to The Publican House. The food is always outstanding and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Mark was our server and he was very attentive to our party.
  13. EileenK

    Toronto

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent dinner - great service - server was really energetic. Love the vibe in the restaurant too!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Good food great service. Table ready when we got there. Plenty to chose from for food and drinks.
  15. MirandaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Publican House always has great food, great service and exceptional beer!!
  16. KellSqrd

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    There were a lot of stairs to get to our table, the table was large enough but was placed too close to the next table, the food menu was not extensive, but the food was decent. The waiter we had was fantastic, the waitress who cleared the table took my drink which was not finished yet. (They did bring me a new drink when I mentioned it)
  17. Courtney

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time! Will and Aaron were both great! Live music and patio were lovely! The red sangria drink with cinnamon was perfect!
  18. Puddin1978

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just drinks and had some kids meals for the kitties. The kids meals are huge! Higher prices but definitely too much for a kid so mom and dad can share too! They were very friendly to having two under 3 with us.
  19. PattyP

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The building was well preserved from its heritage. Beautiful stain glass and ambience. The craft beer was amazing. Music performer was a awesome surprise. Food delicious and would go again!
  20. Dennis

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Almost every time we visit Peterborough, it would not be complete without stopping in for a bite to eat. Excellent pizza. Service is always quick and friendly and the atmosphere is enjoyable. Never a rush to get you out.
  21. Rachel

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is well made. Unfortunately the variety and range of food in the manual is not impressive.
  22. veram

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated a friend's birthday and the staff were amazing! Sang to her 2x! Food and service are always top knotch!
  23. Ultramagnus

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome service! We were there to celebrate a birthday and had the best time. The food was amazing and they have the best staff-friendly and professional and fun!
  24. KMHart

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The food was pretty good - I have eaten there many times but this was the first time I got a falafel pita. The falafel was amazing but I think they should list an option of the red pepper spread OR tzatziki (I believe they have it on the menu for another dish) because it would have made it much more delicious! It was also really really loud so we ended up leaving as soon as we could to be able to have a conversation.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    My husband and I enjoyed a great meal! We split the shrimp bao to start and they were very tasty and big. He had the main special, a chick pea bowl, which he enjoyed. I had a burger special with roasted red peppers, caramelized onions and Brie which was delicious although a little messy, again the portion size was more than generous and I could not finish my fries. As always the beer selection was great containing both items brewed on site as well as other local options. Partway through our meal a talented local musician came into the restaurant to play and added to the relaxed atmosphere.
  26. SherriH

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The menu is a little different but the food was great. Marc, the waiter, was excellent! Friendly and accommodating. Beautiful building.
  27. Jamesguy

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Food was awesome. Hostess was terrible. The hostess had a friend come in, who had no reservation, and seated them before we were seated. The hostess acted like we didn’t exists.
  28. DebbieH

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food. Waiters friendly and helpful. St patty’s menu good
  29. AbLib

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Great and very accommodating, I was worried it might be too loud but was perfect!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s always a 10/10 experience at the Publican. The food is nothing less than top shelf, and the staff are super engaged and always aiming to make your dining experience 5 star. It’s a must go!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great choice for date night! As always the food was incredible, but have always been too full to be able to try dessert. Our server was excellent. Very friendly, knowledgeable and always came by our table at the right time. We’ll be repeat diners for sure!
  33. KevM

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very good food. Excellent beer. Great atmosphere and love the building.
  34. LindaS

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious!! Thankyou! Great service!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentine’s Day menu was delicious and well priced. Service was very friendly and prompt. Will definitely return.
  36. CathyO

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious beet and goat cheese salad with falafel pita. Falafel pita could have had a bit more sauce than it did, I’m a fan of sauce. Others may have thought it was the perfect amount. Top notch regardless ! Thank you!
  37. JeffS

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. The the Big Mac hack burger 🍔. Good job
  38. Scottie

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Booking, service, food, entertainment. The pizza from the wood fired oven is some of the best I have eaten.
  39. JuliaH

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was very kind and very efficient, we had our food within 15 min. It was not a super busy night but still full enough. Our meals were delicious, super hot and exactly as described in the menue, I would absolutely eat the same meal over again. Live music was nice and up beat and good varitlety. I'm not a beer drinker but my husband has always like their ale and did again. All around great evening, highly reccomend!
  40. CathyO

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious beet salad and mushroom pizza!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Publican House using the Order Online button. The Publican House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (705) 874-2619.

The Publican House is rated 4.7 stars by 740 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 p.m.


Booked 18 times today
Google Map for The Publican House

300 Charlotte Street, Peterborough, ON K9J 2V5

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Rubidge Street

  • Neighbourhood

    Peterborough

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue, Wed, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Pub, Canadian, Brewery

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Reid Street municipal parking lot located across the street on Rubidge Street.

  • Payment Options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Becca Burke

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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