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Canoe Creek Sports Tavern

Updated 2026-08-19 · 15,282 reviewed · 209 listed · Scored from 1,263 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(1263) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ
Canoe Creek Sports Tavern
Price
moderate
Service
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ
Reviews
1263

What recent reviews say

Staff remake orders without hesitation and portions run large; the place earns loyalty through small gestures and a relaxed vibe. Wings and fish draw repeat visits, and regulars appreciate that the tavern steps up for the neighborhood when times are tight.

Praised for
  • generous portions
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • casual atmosphere
  • community-minded
  • food remade without fuss
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Best for: casual diners and families seeking a pet-friendly tavern with attentive service

Strengths

  • staff remakes orders without pushback
  • honey garlic wings draw praise
  • huge portions
  • pet-friendly patio

Worth knowing

  • Staff member Lilly praised by name
  • Honey Garlic chicken wings mentioned specifically
  • Fish and chips noted as large serving
  • Dog-friendly patio available
  • Community focus during COVID: sold hard-to-find items like eggs

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.49 average across the 190 traditional smokehouse bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 68% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 67
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
872
4
257
3
70
2
26
1
38

Common questions

Can I bring my dog?
Yes, the patio is dog-friendly.
Do you do trivia nights?
Yes, trivia nights are hosted and reviewers report having a blast.

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Last updated 2026-08-19