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Enjoy a cocktail in Canada's Smallest Bar! - Standing Room Only, Guelph, ON

Standing Room Only

4.8
4.8
177 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cocktail Bar
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • 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

Menu

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What 177 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 3.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Standing Room Only offers a truly unique and entertaining experience with "amazing cocktails" and an "awesome atmosphere." Though it doesn't serve food, the bar is praised for its intimate setting, making it a "hidden gem" in Guelph. Doug, the charismatic bartender, ensures a welcoming and fun visit every time.

177 Reviews

  1. Shelley

    VIP

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a unique and entertaining experience! Will be back again!

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  2. Simon

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was wonderful (note they don't serve food, but no option to skip this rating on Open Table) . Went in once for a Beer, saw the Cocktails being served up - pure theatre - and came back with all the family. Hilarious ! Made to feel most welcome.

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  3. Geoffrey

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great spot for cocktails! It is such an intimate place that you get to meet new people in a convivial atmosphere.

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  4. Don

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Was a lot of fun. The bartender was excellent and made the time even more fun.

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  5. Louise

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Initially we thought we were Intruding on a private party. Last year werent and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This year we arrived expecting 2 hours (with a party of 5) but we’re asked to leave after 90 Minutes. I had to show the bartender the OpenTable booking details. He took a pic complaining it was wrong yet still expected us to settle up and leave. The surprising thing is was that there was a party at the bar who had been there before us and they were still there when we were expected to leave. It was clear they were friends and being given more attention than our party. One member of our group also had a peanut allergy. The bartender tried to at first help but proceeded to make jokes about peanut butter being smeared on the rim of her glass. It was a joke but not cool. Wont be going back. Which is a shame as we enjoyed it last year. Not worth the $18 cocktails

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  6. Donna

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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Standing Room Only is rated 4.8 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Standing Room Only

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
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