Standing Room Only

5.0

172 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Innovative

Come and enjoy a drink in Canada's Smallest Bar - Standing Room Only! Located in Guelph's unique and historic Ward neighbourhood. We craft delicious and innovative cocktails in an intimate and creative space. Come and enjoy a throwback to another time - when speakeasies were all the rage! Perfect for after work drinks - or before or after dinner drink - or even a night cap! The room is also available to book for your intimate private event. Please call or message us on Instagram to make arrangements.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, Speakeasy, Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(519) 658-3213
Website
http://www.standingroomonly.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
60 Ontario St, Guelph, ON N1E 3B1
Neighborhood
Guelph
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

What 172 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
5Service
5Ambience
4.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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Toronto / Ontario
Best Overall
Toronto / Ontario
Best Service
Toronto / Ontario
Best Ambiance
Toronto / Ontario
Best Value
Toronto / Ontario
Innovative
Toronto / Ontario
Great for creative cocktails
Toronto / Ontario
Lively
Southern Ontario
Best Overall
Southern Ontario
Best Service
Southern Ontario
Best Ambiance
Southern Ontario
Best Value
Southern Ontario
Innovative
Southern Ontario
Great for creative cocktails
Southern Ontario
Neighborhood gem
Southern Ontario
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Review summary

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Standing Room Only offers a "unique and wonderful experience" with its intimate setting and personal interactions. Doug, the "master drink mixer," crafts "amazing cocktails" using guests' preferences, while Renee adds charm with her "friendly service." Known as "Canada's smallest bar," it's a "hidden gem" perfect for socializing and trying innovative drinks.

172 Reviews

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Donna
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Standing Room Only has been a great experience for the two times I’ve been. It’s a unique spot, which is very welcoming and has great drinks. I had a delicious mock tail tonight!
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Tyler
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome little bar. Strong drinks at a reasonable price.
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Scott
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing time here! Doug was fabulous at keeping us entertained and his cocktails are incredible!!
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christine
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
a unique place, a great cocktails and a lot of fun
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Heather
VIP
Toronto
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A real fun experience. Always take newbies here when visiting Guelph. Interactive, conversation great. Entertaining
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Doug. Need I say more. If you want cocktails, are debating whether to go here, decision made.
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Melissa
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was so much run and would definitely go back! You have to go there to see it and you will be addicted to go.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every time you go, you’ll have a different experience. You’ll alway meet amazing people from all over the world that have made their way to Canadas smallest bar.
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cynthia
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this little spot! Doug is great and his bar/labratory is well worth visiting!! Comedy Night was so fun too! A Hidden Gem in Guelph!
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crystal
Manitoba
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This tiny gem of a bar is one of our favourites when you’re looking for a unique experience with amazing cocktails!
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Standing Room Only is rated 5 stars by 172 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

60 Ontario St, Guelph, ON N1E 3B1

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Guelph
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, Speakeasy, Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.standingroomonly.ca/
Phone number
(519) 658-3213

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