Kelly's Homelike Inn in Cobourg

205 3rd St, Cobourg, ON K9A 3L5, Canada

★★★★☆
(162 reviews)
Categories: Bar

About

Canadian Beverage Room Circa 1932

Address
205 3rd St, Cobourg, ON K9A 3L5, Canada
Plus Code
XR5J+HM Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
9:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM–10 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Dine-in Delivery
Highlights
Bar games Great cocktails Live music Live performances Quiz night Sport
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Food Food at bar Spirits Wine
Dining options
Seating
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Paid street parking

Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
162 reviews

Most Mentioned

lunch (7) atmosphere (5) live music (3) sports (3) name (3) hotel (2) trivia (2) patio (2) wine (2)
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★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Kelly's: Where the Cheers Theme Song Plays 24/7 (But No Norm) If you're looking for a place where everyone knows your name (and probably your life story), Kelly's is the spot! It's like stepping into a cozy, slightly tipsy Hallmark movie, but without the forced sentimentality. The staff is as warm and welcoming as a freshly baked cookie, and the patrons are a quirky mix of locals who'll make you feel like you've been part of the gang since birth. The live music is a bit loud, but hey, that's part of the charm! It's the perfect soundtrack to your night of laughter, good times, and maybe a questionable dance move or two. So, if you're looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, head on over to Kelly's. You won't regret it. Just don't forget to tip your bartender!

August 2, 2024

Staff was incredibly rude and unaccommodating. Were seen glaring at customers and whispering to other staff aggressively. Not a kind or caring environment whatsoever.

★★★★★
July 5, 2024

I’m new to town and happy I discovered this place, great live music and friendly people. Beer is fresh and cold.

★★★★★
May 1, 2024

Hands down the best pub in Cobourg perhaps even Ontario. Great atmosphere, staff and regulars who always make everyone feel welcome. The name Homelike is very fitting because at Kelly's you're made to feel like you're at home.

★★★★★
April 20, 2024

What a wonderful place, Jeff Biggar is a must see for live music. Decent drinks, fun atmosphere and great service. Thanks for a great night!

★★★★★
March 25, 2024

Lovely classic old small town Ontario 'hotel'. Great pub food made fresh, reasonable selection of beers. Wine list a bit short but it isn't that kid if place. Comfortable decor, helpful, friendly staff. The owner often behind the bar.

★★★★★
October 8, 2023

We are on a prolonged stop over on our boat in this great town😎 Kellys is one of our favorite places, great staff, and patrons!! We came for beer and fun and had all!! Fantastic band on Saturday before Thanksgiving Thanks for the memories, see you all again!!! 😎🎸🎸😎

★★★★★
July 25, 2022

Well.... I'll say it! I've grown quite fond of Kelly's. There!, With that behind us Gord and his staff do an amazing job keeping the pints a flowing! Special shout out to Rachel! Special shout out to the the Spirits. Great spot to check out some local talent and have a cold pint, greeted by friendly hospitality! All there missing is the snacks;) but hey... You can bring your own:), how great is that?

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Great after work leisure setting. Trivia nights are awesome. Music on Fridays and Saturdays. Darn good breakfast and lunch too! Friendly staff and environment all around.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Awesome! Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp at the back door. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Laid back and welcoming experience. After a visit to Kellys you can say youre from Cobourg. The sports history on the wall covers all of the 20th century.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great bar. Its good!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great place to meet good friends for a drink.. actually friends for life meet there

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great lunch, just what we were craving

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My son loves to come here to hear stories about his Grandpa and have Chicken strips and fries! Chevy is an excellent server!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great music & great friends !! Always a good time!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Can not stop in Cobourg without stopping into see Gord and Kris!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Popped in for a beer and some apps while staying at the marina. Was a great little place with a pub feel.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Best pub in town. Breakfast and lunch are fantastic too. Great owners, staff and atmosphere. Watching bands on the patio are a must do.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food and service in this most famous hotel & bar in Cobourg. The walls are completely covered with older NHL autograph photos of players & teams. Several big screen TVs to watch as well. A visit to this establishment is a must whenever you visit Cobourg. Parking: Small lot at the side and behind the hotel with room for 8 vehicles. Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible from the back entrance to the bar. No access from the front.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The night we went there had an amazing guitarist. Drinks were good and the atmosphere was chill

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Love this place. Everybody knows your name.

★★★★
December 21, 2022

Friendly place to stop of youre transiting through Cobourg in either direction.

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Other reviews mention food, went there today and was told they do not serve food. Looks like it would be alright to have some drinks there but again do not go if you are looking for dining.

★★★★
December 21, 2022

Staff is very friendly, lots of cold drinks. The band when I was there was great U jimmy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Cool downtown spot, family owned 90+ years with a passionate local client base. patio seating and breakfast available.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

I love this bar. It feels like home to me. Great people. Good times

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Wonderful people at Kellys, where everyone knows your name!!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Kellys is the best local joint in the CBG. GO there and have a beer.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Love it

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Love this place

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

It was trivia night and the place was packed...very friendly atmosphere...great staff...check it out when you are in town

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Great service!

★★★
December 21, 2021

Overall good service, friendly staff and central location downtown. Definitely receives a lot more hype than it deserves due to the overwhelming amount of college students who go there during holidays. One concern I did notice ( which may have changed since the last time I was there) was that the mens bathroom had only one sink, and it was in the stall with the toilet. Luckily I was the only one in the bathroom, but this doesnt give a lot of incentive for people to wash their hands if multiple people are in the bathroom.

December 21, 2021

I called in to order and the guy at the front desk said they didn t serve food and hung up on me. Lost business

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Real People!!! 5 Star Service!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Best.The band was awesome.Andy Earle and the Bandits. Cant wait to see them again..

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Had a lovely lunch today and our waitress was great!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Awesome Cant wait to go back great spot

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Kellys is an awesome pub!! Chris, Gord (Jr. & Sr) and rest of staff GREAT!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

First time visit today. Outstanding lunch. All staff made us feel at home. Many regulars To & made us welcome. Will be back next time in town. Nice to find such a great sport bar and place to have lunch. We recommend you try . Cheers D&E

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Fantastic service. If you want to learn about the history of Cobourg over a pint come here and ask the barman. Enjoy one of the oldest bars in Ontario - a piece of history.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

Need more bar stools

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

Always a great time at Kellys

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

Great bar

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

Landmark spot in downtown Cobourg

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

Kellys is a great neighborhood establishment. The atmosphere is welcoming and the staff are always pleasant and helpful. While the draft selection is light and the food menu is short, this is made up for by its homelike setting. There is live music available many days if the week. Its always a good place to stop into, take a few minutes and enjoy a cold beer.

★★★★
December 21, 2019

Fun place for a drink. Feels like you belong. Great service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

Great place to hang out..... sprucing up the place .... it looks great

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

Great people

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

Always a great place for hanging out with great people,comeraudery, cold beer !!

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

Best place in Town, great food, excellent staff. Musics great. It s a must do in the Town. 5 stars all the way.

★★★★
December 21, 2019

Great little dive bar.

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

Beautiful place but awesome ppl....i go back because of the staff i just love them

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

Wonderful wonderful time! Super professional bar staff and the best atmosphere you could ask for.

★★★★
December 21, 2019

EXCELENT IN EVERY WAY

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

My favorite place to have a few drinks with great friends

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

The Homelike Inn is a great historic bar in Cobourg. Always a friendly face to be found and the staff do an awesome job. If you love to talk sports this is your place. Good live local music on the weekends.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Good for a drink or two.

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Great music. Good beer. Not for wine drinkers. Friendly staff.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Cute little pub with a local atmosphere

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Homelike, friendly, totally enjoyed it

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Had a great time at the beer up after playing coburg rugby team

★★★★★
December 21, 2018

Best liver and onions in Cobourg Great beer Great staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Drinks where cold and nice to chat with friends Fantastic, life is good

Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Ok Beer. Food only lunch nothing in evening. Not open on Sunday

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Actually pretty busy after 11 (on a Saturday)

★★★★★
December 21, 2018

I dont generally post reviews, but what I just saw at Kellys was actually amazing. It was a quiet night at the bar, I came in to have a beer or two and chill. An elderly patron got up to leave nearing last call, she tripped and fell. Everyone in the bar including staff rushed to her aid. She wasnt hurt at all, so she was helped up. The other patrons and staff helped her to her Walker with genuine concern for her well being. Through conversation she informed everyone that she lived very close. The bar tender (I didnt get his name) then politely asked the lady to wait safety sitting with other people as he cleaned. THEN PULLED HIS PERSONAL CAR AROUND TO DRIVE HER HOME AND ENSURE SHE GOT HOME SAFE. I for one am incredibly impressed with the human decency of the staff, and even the other patrons. It was great to see.

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Entertainment is excellent

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2018

Kewl place

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

Home of Cobourg Saxons Rugby

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

I always stop in to this place as Im traveling the 401 for some good home cooked food and the ambiance. Club sandwich is fantastic!

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

Meh

★★★★★
December 21, 2017

Best food around. Olympus Burger does not stack up. Best burger around. Pints r cold too.

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

Good lunch

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

nice patio

Local Guide
December 21, 2017

If youre looking for a rash and rude bar tenders then look no further.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

Amazing buffalo chicken wrap and onion rings!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

Nothing like my Hometown Bar ... great vibe and people

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

Great place to drink beer or anything else for that matter.. Ive been going there 30 years or more.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2017

Great staff

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2016

One of Cobourgs best examples of subpar food. They rest on their tired laurels and it clearly shows. A one of a kind experience - because you never want to go twice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2016

Great place to have a beer with your mates. The staff are fantastic. Summer is a great time to sit on the patio.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2016

Always amazing service!

★★★★★
December 21, 2016

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