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Coal Oil Johnny's Pub, Nelson, BC

Coal Oil Johnny's Pub

4.7
4.7
54 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Canadian
  • Great for scenic views
  • Innovative
  • Great for craft beers
Say that five times fast.

The cozy, rustic timber-frame environment at Whitewater Ski Resort sets the stage for epic stories of knee deep powder over delicious food and local craft beer such as Nelson Brewing Company (NBC).

After the lifts stop turning, Coal Oil Johnny's offers a tantalizing and varied apres ski menu to match your choice of NBC brews on tap such as Harvest Moon Hemp Ale, Bent Pole IPA and the much anticipated seasonal Faceplant Winter Ale.

With such a cozy setting, it’s not uncommon to find people coming up to the mountain just to enjoy lunch in the pub!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (250) 354-4944
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Steve Kirby

What 54 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7
4.7 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

54 Reviews
  1. JanetS

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thanks to the Whitewater staff for moving tables and setting up outside! Much appreciated. Lovely

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  2. JohnL

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 28, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You need to stock Guinness beer by the can as an option. Otherwise, keep doing the same thing.

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  3. PetraL

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2021

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I was satisfied with the Covid protocols I saw, and in particular, the out door heater above the table.

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  4. GeoffreyC

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've eaten at Coal Oil Johnny's Pub four times this year (up from our usual once or twice - a lot of birthday celebrations) and the food and service has been excellent every time. They are doing a great job following Covid rules too.

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  5. LisaB

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had two entrees and a salad. All of them were delicious. The amount of food was generous and worth the cost. They carry a choice of gluten free beer—a pleasant surprise. Lunch was the perfect follow up to a great morning of skiing. Highly recommended!

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  6. MarilynM

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2021

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great place for mountain lunch. thanks.

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  7. TrudyB

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to dine here. Service and food are always top notch.

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  8. ClaireH

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favourite 'hobbies', coming in and enjoying the ambience, food and bar staff. Thanks!!

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  9. KathrynS

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2021

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, as usual at Whitewater. Staff was friendly; all the covid rules and regulations in use. Would definitely go again

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  10. DionneM

    Vancouver

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved sitting out on the snow. Beautiful sunny day. Great choices for food and delicious meals. Service was lovely and attentive.

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Coal Oil Johnny's Pub is rated 4.7 stars by 54 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Coal Oil Johnny's Pub

6010 Whitewater Rd Nelson British Columbia, V1L 6N2 Canada, Nelson, BC V1L 4C8

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Nelson
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Steve Kirby
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
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