🍺 Goose and the Gridiron | Merrickville, ON

Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5 Beers)

Address: Main St., Merrickville, Ontario

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Our Order

Homemade meals that taste just like they came out of someone’s grandmother’s kitchen—if Grandma charged pub prices and had a liquor license.

What We Think

This charming restaurant/pub is a cozy stop in beautiful Merrickville, the kind of place where time slows down and calories don’t count (or at least we tell ourselves that). The vibe is warm and old-school, giving you the choice of a sit-down dining room or a laid-back pub area.

You can spot the locals from the tourists pretty quickly—locals lean back and sip slowly, while visitors look around for the Wi-Fi password.

A: I really like the feel of this place. You can tell who’s from town and who’s just rolling through. Service is friendly, but don’t come if you’re in a rush—it’s small-town pace here.

F: Great food, cozy atmosphere, genuine pub energy. A little pricey, but worth it for the charm (and the gravy).

Ratings at a Glance

Cleanliness: 3/5 – That old slanted floor has seen things but still holds up.

Attitude: 4/5 – Full-on small-town friendliness with a side of sass.

Bathroom: 3/5 – Clean but vintage (like your favorite aunt’s wallpaper).

Hickmeter: 3/5 – You’ll hear a “how’s the weather?” at least twice.

Bonuses:

None, unless you count being told to “get out your wallet” as local flavor.

Final Sip

Goose and the Gridiron is that nostalgic small-town gem where the food is homemade, the pace is slow, and the floorboards have stories. Come for the meal, stay for the charm—and bring a few extra bucks.