The 20 Best Bar Restaurants in Oshawa

Cork & Bean combines a stylish, spacious coffeehouse with a lively bar atmosphere, offering specialty lattes, sandwiches, and charcuterie featuring locally sourced meats and cheeses. Guests appreciate the extensive selection of craft beers, wines, and occasional tastings. Friendly, attentive staff and a contemporary interior make it a comfortable spot for meetings, casual gatherings, or a relaxed night out.

The Crooked Uncle is a casual pub known for satisfying comfort food and a relaxed, sports-friendly setting. Guests highlight the generous wings, loaded nachos, and hearty sandwiches, along with fresh, handmade salads. Staff are described as friendly, organized, and responsive, contributing to an easygoing neighborhood hangout feel.

The Wee Pub serves generous, well-prepared pub classics, from crispy wings and freshly cut fries to burgers, wraps, liver, and homemade soups. Guests highlight the quality and consistency of the food, with favorites like beef dip and shawarma wraps. A cozy, British-style interior and welcoming staff create a laid-back neighborhood gathering spot, complemented by darts, pool, jam nights, and lively karaoke.

Chasers Bar & Grill is an owner-operated pub and grill known for fresh, generously portioned classics like wings and wraps. Attentive, good-humored staff create a sociable atmosphere with regulars, trivia, and sports on multiple screens. Guests can relax at the bar, play pool or darts, or unwind on the outdoor patio.

Fionn MacCool's offers hearty pub-style dishes alongside dedicated vegan and vegetarian options and a children’s menu. Guests mention flavorful shared plates, such as warm spinach and artichoke dip, and comforting mains like braised lamb shank, followed by classic desserts. Booth seating and a lively yet comfortable atmosphere suit both small groups and larger gatherings, while attentive staff help create an easygoing dining experience.

Bulldog Pub & Grill is a casual bar-and-grill offering a mix of pub favorites and hearty mains, from burgers and steaks to pasta and seafood. Meaty, well-seasoned chicken wings are a standout. Numerous TVs and occasional live music create an energetic setting, complemented by prompt, attentive service and generous portions.

Portly Piper Pub Oshawa offers a casual pub atmosphere with comfortable booth seating and a menu of familiar comfort dishes. Guests highlight the generously sized wings, nachos, and pastas, with some specialties like lobster pasta standing out. The setting suits both small groups and larger gatherings, and service is generally attentive and pleasant, contributing to an easygoing dining experience.

Set along Lake Ontario in Oshawa’s Lakeview Park, The Jube Pub & Patio offers casual pub-style fare with scenic waterfront views. Guests choose between a lively patio or comfortable indoor seating, often accompanied by music or live entertainment. Burgers and other classic dishes are popular, and the attentive, upbeat service contributes to the easygoing, social atmosphere.

Wild Wing offers a casual setting focused on wings, bar favorites, and drinks. Inside, the space contrasts its modest exterior with warm pine wood, cowboy-themed decor, and large booths. Televisions and a pool table add to the laid-back atmosphere. Guests note hot, fresh food and attentive, accommodating service.

Boston Pizza offers a cozy, clean setting for classic comfort food, from pasta and wings to familiar bar favorites. Guests highlight consistently attentive, efficient service in both the dining room and bar area. A kids menu and gluten-free options make it a convenient choice for a range of diners.

Simcoe Restobar & Lounge offers a classic pub experience in a rustic jazz and blues setting, with live local musicians on select nights. The space feels intimate and slightly rough-edged yet comfortable, attracting a mix of guests from solo visitors to groups. Pub-style dishes, including popular chicken wings and hearty comfort fare, are consistently described as flavorful and satisfying. Attentive, welcoming service adds to the relaxed, neighborhood feel.

Thornton Arms Pub & Grill offers classic pub and grill favorites, from hearty soups and salads to wings, wraps, pizza, and traditional pies. Portions are described as generous, with dishes arriving freshly prepared and at the right temperature. The setting suits a relaxed meal or a brief stop, with sports often playing on the televisions, and service is generally helpful, though there can occasionally be a wait.