At The Old Familiar, we celebrate the joy of gathering over exceptional food and drinks in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Located in Coldwater, Canada, this family-friendly restaurant has transformed since new ownership, earning rave reviews for its delicious offerings and stellar service. Guests can indulge in a wide range of dishes, from hearty breakfast sandwiches to delightful small plates and great cocktails. The spacious patio and live music enhance the experience, making it ideal for groups, solo diners, or families. With accessibility features and a welcoming vibe for everyone, The Old Familiar is a beloved spot for both locals and visitors alike.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great cocktails
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For The Old Familiar
Kayyt L. Roberts
Apr 25,2025
DELIVERY WAS FAST, THE OWNER I ASSUME WAS THE ONE THAT DELIVERED SUPER AWESOME GUY AND THE LADY THAT TOOK MY ORDER ON THE PHONE WAS A BEAUTY TOO, THE FOOD WAS AMAZING THE FISH AND CHIPS WERE SO GOOD! Love that they use halibut!!!! You can tell the difference!!!
Jenny Jenn
Apr 24,2025
Another great visit!Definitely recommend if you're in the area.The pool table is a great bonus!!
Stanislav Genis
Mar 1,2025
Came here with my son. I haven't had such a pleasant experience in a long time. The staff were very sweet, we were served by Renee. The beer selection is great. We had the fish and chips and both parts were perfectly done. The decor is on point, the seating is comfortable, and we were lucky to show up on a live music night. We sat in a booth on the restaurant side (there is a side that faces the stage) and the volume of the band was just right. Highly highly recommend!
Sean Robinson
Feb 22,2025
This is one of our favourite pubs in the whole region. Always friendly service, great atmosphere, local beers on tap, and real fresh food. When you get a side of vegetables here you can tell that they are fresh, not frozen. Today we had the chili which was just like mom used to make. The Old Familiar is always worth a stop when in Coldwater.
Sue Ann Jaffarian
Feb 17,2025
We had lunch here today, and I ordered the fish and chips, which is made with halibut. The waitress asked me if I wanted one or two pieces, and I said two because usually places give you small pieces. These were humongous, and I ended up taking one home. The fish was fresh and beautifully fried, and possibly some of the best fried halibut I’ve ever had. The fries were also good, and the coleslaw was vinegar based coleslaw, which I prefer. My friend had the nachos and enjoyed them. The service was excellent.
Sean Jackson
Jan 5,2025
Wasn't fond of this place under the old ownership. Since the new owners have been there, the food is incredible and the service is beyond excellent. The Caesars were some of the best we've had (and we've had a few). Just a great experience.
Philip Coburn
Jan 2,2025
Wow, almost past this place by. So glad we didn’t.What a wonderful and unexpected experience. First we met Shelby when we entered. What a fantastic person. She was amazing and a great hostess and server.We ordered our food and watched as they prepared our great lunch. Janice had the Reuben sandwich and I had the Beer battered fish and chips. We both substituted our regular fries for sweet potato fries.What an excellent lunch. Both were perfect and the service was amazing. Shelby was handling everything up front by herself. And she didn’t miss a beat. Very little wait time with perfect food and amazing service. What more can you ask for?Thank you so much. Hope to see you again.Best Regards,Janice and Philip
Julia Risi
Jan 2,2025
I came here for lunch and got a chicken Caesar wrap with fries. The food was fresh and the wrap was really good. The best one I’ve ever had. The fries tasted good but there were lots of little bits rather than proper fries. Otherwise everything else was great. Our server was friendly and helpful. Make sure to stop by if you’re in the area!
Reviews For The Old Familiar