Charlie Hamiltons Pub - Coquitlam, BC

Andrew W.

A hidden gem for baked chicken wings, which are so hard to find. The friendly staff made our night. They even had a great hazy Patina IPA on tap!

CJ Z.

Here’s a concise review of Charlie Hamilton’s Pub in Coquitlam:

Ambience & Vibe
• Cozy, classic local pub with a small footprint – ideal for a relaxed catch-up with friends or to watch sports on HDTVs .
• Some find it a bit cramped when busy , but others appreciate the welcoming, neighborhood feel .

Service & Staff
• Many patrons praise the friendly, attentive service and feel it’s a hidden gem .
• However, there’s a notable number of complaints about being understaffed, with slow or rude service at peak times .

Food & Drinks
• The pub is well-liked for its drinks—particularly cocktails like the “Charlie’s Fabulous Caesar” and Bellini—and solid happy hour specials .
• Food opinions are mixed: potato skins and certain pub staples get positive comments, but aircraft burgers, wings, and pizza have drawn criticism for being overcooked, basic, or freezer-style .

Pricing & Value
• Known for good-value pricing: beer specials (~$3.50–4.25 during happy hour), affordable burgers on game nights, and overall decent pub deals .
• Patrons looking for gourmet food won’t find it—but for casual, value-driven drinks and pub fare, it’s a solid pick.

Ideal For…
• Local patrons seeking a laid-back environment, friendly service, sports viewing, and budget-friendly drinks.
• Game-night groups during hockey nights (with Canucks promos)  .

Caveats
• Can be loud and understaffed, especially when crowded, leading to delay or poor service .
• Food quality varies—some love it, others feel it’s hit-or-miss; if you’re picky, consider this.

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⭐ Summary

Charlie Hamilton’s offers a warm, community-driven pub experience in Coquitlam with strong drink deals and a comforting, local atmosphere. It’s a good spot for casual evenings or catching a game—with the caveat that food and service quality can sometimes be uneven due to staffing and kitchen limitations.

Looking for something specific—like menu recommendations or when to visit? Just let me know!

J P.

I came in for the first time today around noon while I was waiting for an appointment to kill time, and I had the most amazing waitress/bartender Yvonne. She is so sweet. She absolutely loves her job and the people that come to the pub. She was so so so sweet. I really can’t downplay it. She was a nurse before and you can really see her care for people in her work she loves to chitchat with her guests and really takes care of them and makes they feel welcome. I spoke with a few regulars at the bar and they were so sweet as well just all around great atmosphere and welcoming people. I would highly recommend coming here. They bake their food, which was another great thing because who doesn’t love some pub food With less calories, such good prices such good food Yvonne you rock I am coming back for you

Ray H.

nice location and the owner is great. however there is one waitress recently hired that is very standoffish and not pleasant to deal with. waited 20 mins for service the last time I was in and finally just walked out. will not return soon.

thanks for your reply. i have found another pub to go to and have not returned.

Alex C.

Best bar to go to for entertainment. Bartenders are all professional especially Lisa because she's my gangsta and it's cozy, humans provide the most extravagant and pure forks of entertainment when they get a little white claw in em,

Also the owner is my long lost Indian father I'm white thank you this was my ted talk

Good bar, good people, good drinks

Bud M.

Wow! Came on Friday night, not only was the drinks Lisa the Bartender was making delicious and made fast but she was all over the place getting things done without stopping.

She was such a delight that I will definitely be back every weekend I can get off. The crowd was fun to drink with and food was delicious, can’t wait till next weekend!

Jinkuk K.

At first, it might seem a bit cringe, but this place is full of great locals who love to grab a pint. I usually come here to play darts with friends and always end up meeting some good people.

Donna P.

Down home small town pub; it hits all the right spots! Considering its welcoming and friendly demeanor as a whole, i would go out of my way to visit this one. 🙂 staff and guests are in it to win it. Thanks for the love, keep it rockin y'all.