Amazing brunch and the bottomless mimosas are a real treat on a Sunday! The service is great! Make sure you order bacon with whatever you have, they cook it crisp and delicious! Defiantly worth the stop in!
(5)
Haile S.
Brunch was a joke. They ran out of champagne in the first 30 minutes and there was only two tables with customers in the place at the time. Then menu is sad but not accurate. Ordered the sticky monkey bread and its a small muffin sized bundt cake with no sticky anything and actually very dry. The bacon is thick but more like beef jerky and the eggs benedict was just disgusting. The service was horrible at times then double duty at other times. Had to practically beg for our check after sitting with empty glasses.
(2)
Sam R.
Back at William Oliver's. I've been dreaming about the bacon since my last trip. First thing I ordered today was the "pint of bacon". I reaffirm my claim, this is the best bacon I have ever had in my life.
(5)
Myt M.
Awsome for lunch! So my other half broke down in my car n stumbled upon this classy establishment. :) we have been waiting to do a lunch date because he thought it was pretty neat with a plethora of whiskies to suit your every whim, plus parings or just some good eats. Had some meats n cheeses with a flight n some gumbo in a bread bowl. on a side note Feisty spirits does a special for them called "Feisty Pig"! Nice. Friendly bartender helps the medicine go down. :)
(5)
Anita H.
We spent a few hours in this pub on 1/2/15. It was a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere, I felt that it was a great way to spend our afternoon. The sandwiches are really good. If you get bacon it is thick sliced and the best bacon that I have had. I also enjoyed a pretzel while we were there. Well worth the time!
(4)
Bryan J.
Had lunch with a buddy and we both enjoyed our sandwiches. A little early for whisky but they do have a really good selection. We tried some of the local micros instead and they were perfectly poured and delivered by our exceptional bartender/sever Hailey. I will definitely be back to try some of their whisky.
(4)
Paul M.
This place is the real deal. Food, drinks, people... All are stellar. Must visit, must become a regular.
(5)
James D.
I've been to the Publick House a couple of times now. Their beer selection changes weekly and they only pour locals. Their whiskeys are mostly local. It's an awesome little bar in a strip mall. Once inside it feels like you're somewhere else. I love this place. They have super cheap lunch daily. It costs between $3 to $5. It's a great value for pulled pork and a chips. Their feta coleslaw is one of the best I've ever had. Love it.
(4)
Gary C.
I met my friend Russ at William Oliver's after work just to catch up and see what's been going on. We sat at the bar, of course, cause that's what guys do, and ordered a couple of drinks. The bartender was friendly and worked on remembering our names. There were several regulars chatting with each other. The bar is conducive to relaxed conversation and it's the only neighborhood bar on the west side of Midtown. They have an amazing selection of whiskey and several local beers on tap. For bigger groups, there's a larger room with a fireplace, a perfect spot on chilly fall and winter nights. We enjoyed the atmosphere and will go back again for sure!
(4)
Greg B.
I came here for drinks one evening. I did not eat there. I enjoyed the comfortable environment, the decor of the place is great. I found the service to be friendly and fast. They have a great selection of beer, although a few of their options were out of stock. I look forward to returning.
(4)
Long D.
Service is great! Chicago dog was fabulous! Bruschetta sucked! How long does take to toast croutons cut tomatoes and add feta? No flavor whatsoever. Bruschetta needs to have garlic, basil, balsamic, olive oil, tomatoes. The croutons were way too hard I was scared to eat them. I love this place but was quite disappointed by this dish. Will give it another chance but definitely won't ever order the bruschetta again.
(2)
Ford S.
Pretty good, short menu. Beer was all local, good selection. Cool little joint that's conveniently located close to a lot of residences but not many other bars.
(4)
Dan P.
Awesome low-key environment for drinks. Feels like an English pub. Only wish they had more seating (it was hard to find a place for our party of 4). Overall, would recommend it.
(4)
Arianne B.
Love their ambience-service is great & the drinks are incredible!!!! Awesome for a strip mall bar!!
(5)
Joe M.
I've been meaning to stop in since they opened. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Pulled pork sandwich was excellent and they have a great local beer selection. Can't wait to come back and throw some darts.
(4)
Caroline S.
This is a great bar, even better whiskey. I have been here happy hour, late night, corporate event and just an average Saturday afternoon. The staff is fun and engaging and you can never go wrong with a place that offers a cup of bacon and a shot of warm maple syrup!
(5)
Natalie G.
Great place!! Lots of scotch and whiskey. Also, very good noshing. Try it out!! The owner is very nice. Check out the daily special for lunch. It is small, but they are expanding.
(5)
Derek B.
This place is a nice quaint little place. I absolutely love the atmosphere and the staff is unbeatable with their service and personality. If you are looking for a nice quiet place to get a drink and get away from it all then this is the place to be.
(5)
Steve G.
My amazing Girlfriend brought me here knowing I enjoy whiskeys. An unassuming place lost in a strip mall, we entered and were greeted by the old world decor and warmth that only a true pub has. Not being a whiskey drinker, we were concerned about options for my Girlfriend. No worries, she too was taken care of with spirits crafted in Colorado. The fine selection of Scotch is the only libation not brought from the various parts of this great State. The service was excellent, food tasty, and the knowledge of the bar tender was without limits. This is not a place for youngsters, but for those who enjoy higher end liquors.
(5)
Mary G.
Stopped in for a late dinner a few nights ago - great find! It is in a rather unlikely locale at first glance, in a strip of stores attached to the King Soopers on Drake and Timberline. Definitely not Old Town ambience, but also not the usual trashed college-aged Old Town crowd either. This is a great whiskey bar/neighborhood pub, comfy and friendly with a nice selection of drinks and food, and as a bonus you could actually hear your own conversation with non-heavy metal music. Aka, an ideal post-college crowd hang out. The mixed whiskey drinks we tried were excellent, and despite the fact that we ordered as the kitchen was closing I enjoyed my maple bourbon hot dog a lot and especially the killer unique feta cole slaw it came with. My friend had some tasty bacon-topped poutine that was big enough to split. Want to try the pint o' bacon with a shot of maple syrup next time. :) A leeeeetle pricey maybe, but not ridiculous. And that helps such that you won't be there for endless booze (and neither will your fellow patrons) but instead to actually enjoy a nice night out with your grownup friends or significant other.
(4)
Amanda B.
I came in with a friend, and was very impressed. The atmosphere was fantastic, small and comfortable. My cannot say enough about the customer service I received. The staff are a fun bunch, who clearly enjoy their job and know a lot about their product selection. I did not have to opportunity to taste the food , but the beverage selection is so diverse, and like nothing else I've seen in Colorado.
(5)
Alister F.
Great local pub! Drinks might be a little overpriced but you one of my favorite places to grab a beer.
(4)
Michelle R.
This is a great little bar. Very comfortable, excellent service with knowledgable staff. The vibe is pretty mellow and the people are friendly.
(5)
Micky A.
Had a chance to visit William Oliver's again and had a better experience. Jacob was the bartender and you can tell he is really knowledgeable plus enjoys what he does. I didn't have any food so can't comment on any improvements there, but Jacob did take the time to ask me what I liked in a whiskey, then made some suggestions on what to have. His suggestions were appreciated and were good for the most part. The bar was not busy at the time I went in, so that may have something to do with the personal service and better experience, but left understanding what the bar was all about and having had an enjoyable time.
(4)
Andrew K.
Freaking awesome! Smoked salmon platter is very tasty. Love that they have such selection all the time. Graham the bar tender is very professional.
(5)
Jeff J.
Small joint but very awesome!!!
(4)
Jessica L.
Not really great service. Women was holding down lunch and bar so we waited a while for everything and the food wasn't so great.
(3)
Kat P.
Perfect neighborhood pub just got better with BACON! Willy O's opened last year, and we've been regulars ever since. They have an incredible whisk(e)y selection, and a great staff. Don't like "liquid sunshine" then you can have a mixed beverage made with Colorado liquors. The same with beers...it's a Colorado, or preferably local brew, or water. The recent expansion now provides extra seating (yea!), and a small kitchen that pumps a luscious aroma of bacon into the place. BLTs, bacon salads and bacon soup are all on the menu. Bacon purist? then get the Pint o' Bacon. That's right, 5 slices of uber thick bacon served in a pint glass, and a side of maple syrup. They now feature a Sunday brunch that begins at 9:30 am...just thought I'd mention that.... I imagine they have some type of breakfast protein...
(5)
Beau D.
William Oliver's is a great neighborhood bar, in a neighborhood that's void of any cool watering holes. The atmosphere is classy, yet laid back. Like a downtown bar, but without the annoying crowd. The whiskey is the star of the show here. They have everything you could want. Their selection is out of this world. The beers here are all local, and are constantly rotating. Like...daily. Always fun stuff on tap you don't see anywhere else in town, and it's cool that WOPH makes a big effort to go local. Food is great here. Very bacon-centric menu, if that's what your into (I am) but also runs the gambit from salads to an amazing beer cheese soup to Chicago Dogs. Again, they try to go local with as many ingredients as possible. My only complaint, and really the only complaint about WOPH at all, is that many of the dishes come in burger style aluminum baskets, which some dishes are hard to eat from, especially if you want to use a fork. A plate would be more appropriate for certain menu items in my opinion. The staff here are amazing. Super friendly, super knowledgeable, which is a big feat, considering the ever changing beer selection and massive amount of whiskeys. These gals and guys are top notch. Love this place, and highly recommend!
(5)
Alison P.
This bar is in our neighborhood and, for lack of any better (or even existent) options, we like to walk here on weeknights when we don't have time to cook. The food is really quite good--I love their smoked salmon sandwich, my husband likes the gourmet hot dogs, and I think the potato beer cheese soup is divine. The problem every single time is the service--total failure without fail. The waiters are perfectly nice people, but they are slow, inattentive, and seemingly completely clueless about the extent of their subpar service. Last time we went, it took 20 minutes--20!--to bring us two beers from the tap. After we finally got them, we still had to put our food order in--the food took another 30 minutes to arrive. After the food arrived, my husband made the terrible mistake of asking for a side of BBQ sauce. As you can imagine, it never came. The kicker it that the waitstaff simply does not seem to realize how very slowly it's all happening. We do return to this place because it's in our neighborhood and we want to support a local, well-intentioned business with decent food and solid drink offerings. All of that said, if another watering hole were to open up within walking distance, we'd likely abandon William Oliver's without looking back. I am writing this review because I really see room for improvement here!
(3)
Colan S.
Nice to have another bar in the neighborhood, as there's not too many options around Timberline & Drake. This place has a very elaborate beer menu, and an absolutely massive whiskey menu. The food selection is also good, very unique pub fare, and they have a sunday brunch that looks to die for, although we haven't made it to that quite yet. Before this place opened, there was only Island Grill, and CB Potts close to us. Nothing against those two places, as we like them too, but William Oliver's is simply a bit better. A bit more upscale as far as the drink prices go, but you get what you pay for, with awesome concoctions made by bartenders who know their stuff. The food prices are very reasonable, with I believe only two items on the menu that are over ten bucks, and the food is very good. You wouldn't think they would have a kids menu from looking at the joint, but they do, which is nice.
(4)
Jeff S.
Saw an article in the Coloradoan about the best places for brunch, and this place was on the list. We live right up the street so we headed there the Sunday after the article came out. The "buffet" was reminiscent of a free continental breakfast at an inexpensive hotel. First, it was pretty sparse. The biscuits tasted frozen and very dry. The bacon (when there was some) was chewy and subpar. Our server was not friendly and was very slow. It seemed like he was a whisky bartender that was forced to wait tables and hated every minute of it. I'll go there again for drinks, but it definitely didn't live up to the expectations set out in the newspaper article.
(3)
Renee H.
Great atmosphere and staff! It is located in a strip mall but once inside you would never know. It has a big city feel, classy, and sophisticated. I'll be going back! We ordered the bottomless chips and salsa. The cheese is included in this but the guac is an extra $1 (on top of $6). Not bad! Though the chips were a little thin and broke easily when dipping. I also had the bacon and maple syrup. Let's just say - I'm from Iowa. It was good. :-)
(5)
Sharon H.
Great whisky bar! I could stop there, but there are so many areas this hot spot hits the mark. Bartender Hailey, is wonderful. Fun to talk to and is excellent at suggesting great drinks to match your taste. Everyone is super friendly and work well as a team. Food is perfect, elevated and beautifully plated. Bacon lovers must unite at William Olivers. If there is a bacon lovers club, this is where they would meet. The atmosphere is fun, and the bar is clean. No sticky tables or bar stool. No fruit flies. No funk. We have been a dozen times or more and will keep coming back.
(5)
Kyle F.
My wife and I were searching for a new place for a midweek date and this place came up on yelp. We try a lot of local places for fun. This sounded like our kind of place. It was a little tough to find because it's buried in a shopping center. I'll say this, if it was in Old Town people would love it. It was a thin, long building with seating just for two. This might've been due to the other room being rented for a private party. We found a small table against the cool stone wall and settled in. The server got to is quickly for drinks. I got a snapshot, but didn't feel she was very knowledgable about what's on tap. I read the chalkboard and it seems like whiskey is really their main thing. That's pretty cool. I'd live to try out whiskey. The food is a small menu, our server only brought us one. We shared since we kind of like each other. We got chips and salsa, which was nothing special but it did curb my hunger. Our entrees were both versions of turkey sandwiches. Bacon is another big draw here. It was a little soggy for my liking but of high quality. Overall I loved the atmosphere, wish I could smoke a cigar there. The food menu could be expanded. I really want to see a bacon cheeseburger here.
(4)
Sam R.
William Oliver's is a cool place that comes with its good and bad. First off, it has wonderful drinks in a part of town that doesn't have much to offer anyway so that gets 5 out of 5. The food prices are very reasonable which is great for the gourmet styles they offer but the portions are very pathetic. $8 for delicious bacon wrapped dates but it only came with 4. $2 a tiny date. 3 out of 5 for food value. The atmosphere is good 4 out of 5 and last but not least the service. Every time we come we get terrible slow service like we aren't even there. We have even moved tables to be in a waiters traffic pattern so we could get waited on. 1 out of 5 for service. Takeaway - go to the bar and order a delicious drink and enjoy the atmosphere.
(3)
Michelle Y.
Sunday brunch is less than mediocre. Bloody Mary bar and bottomless mimosas are cool but brunch menu is subpar. We called prior to see what their food options were and the girl acted like their menu was huge. There are only 8 items. They only have a convection oven so there are no eggs on their menu. Worst place for me seeing as I don't eat beef or pork and they are all about the bacon but I expected some sort of option. I wanted monkey bread but they of course were out. Sent back breakfast bruschetta because it was literally inedible. Impossible to chew. Rest of the group enjoyed the bacon. Salmon bagel was okay. Overall disappointing and wouldn't go back for food if in town.
Wonderful atmosphere, knowledgable and friendly bartenders and an incredible selection of whisk(e)y, including Scotch and Bourbon....what more could you ask for?
(5)
Sharon N.
Went on a sat afternoon. Wasn't sure what to expect. Thought it looked like a bar with eating room added. Is it sophisticated drinking establishment, a gourmet soup and sandwich place. There was a child running around, so is it a family place. Not sure it's identity is clear yet. But we did enjoy or food. Nothing great or memorable, but decent. The service was good, friendly, knowledgable. Will give it another try in the future, when they might have things a little more defined.
(3)
Sean D.
I am more than happy with this bar. Great employees, great atmosphere, nice people, and great food deals! My favorite bar by far in Fort Collins. Perfect place for a small gathering or just going stag. I always end up having a great conversation with a stranger at this bar. Kudos to Ryan the owner for a great establishment!
(5)
Anthony N.
Excellent, food, whiskey and scenery what more to ask for...
(5)
Scott K.
This is an awesome little bar with a great atmosphere. They had a big selection of drinks and a friendly staff. I highly recommend this place.
(5)
Lisa S.
Amazing! If you like to have a home town feeling pub this is your place :)
(5)
Rob B.
Sometimes I want more than a beer. I want somewhere where I can be comfortable sitting back and relaxing with friends in an environment that is not as chaotic as a bar. William Oliver's is a whisky bar that strives for this, but unfortunately the popularity of the joint simply makes achieving this goal impossible. We stopped in on a Wednesday night for some whisky (for the men) and cocktails (for the ladies.) It's got a classy feel to it, from the impressive bar to the bartenders in old timey wear (complete with waxed 'stache.) Now I have just started drinking hard liquor like bourbon and whisky straight, so my knowledge of said spirits is a bit novice, to say the least. Despite the ridiculous busyness of the place, the bartender was good enough to take his time and make sure I got what would be the best fit for me. He definitely knew his whiskey! The whiskys are extremely varied, ranging from cheap $3 a 1/2oz booze to more extravagent stuff that is more in the $8+ price range. They also have other stuff, including beer, bourbon and mixed drinks, but it's primary niche is being a whisky bar. Being my first time, I hovered around the $4 level and he found two whiskys that I enjoyed. With booze in hand we turned to find a spot, but the place was packed to capacity. Every spot on the bar was taken, as well as all the tables and furniture inside. Luckily the four of us were able to squeeze onto a bench outside, but even there it was a bit busy. William Oliver's wants to be a swanky joint by not offering music, tv and other distractions, focusing on booze, food and conversation. Yet due to the popularity it is difficult to enjoy your own conversation with all the other conversations going on around you. It would be a really, really cool place to hang out of it wasn't so dang busy and loud all the time. Seriously, that's my only complaint...it's too popular! Otherwise a great place.
(4)
Nate J.
This bar has the worst service!! We live in the neighborhood and have visited it on numerous occasions and have left EVERY time violently offended by the waitstaff. The drinks are expensive and take over 30 minutes to receive. The staff is rude and the food is terrible. Even though I live in walking distance, I will NEVER return to this bar due to the horrible service. I would recommend everyone go to the bar across the street, Genoa. It is not open late, nor does it have a wide variety of drinks, but the staff is welcoming which is all I ask for from a bar.
(1)
Joseph R.
I absolutely LOVE this place! Hands down the most radical (also could use the words: tubular or bodacious) place in town! The bartenders know their whiskey, are friendly, and tell some great jokes. Oh yeah, and Steve-O says the word "Fuck" a perfect amount of times! In fact, if he said the word "Fuck" any less, I would quit patronizing this establishment.
(5)
Jeff S.
Great selection of whiskey, bourbon and scotch. Small, intimate atmosphere. The bartenders are engaged and provide quick service. It's a cool little neighborhood bar, but it's overpriced. Example - a 1 oz 'taster' of bourbon is $3-$5. There isn't a lot of seating aside from the bar itself and there isn't wait staff to serve those seating areas. If you're seated in one of these areas, plan on walking up to the bar to place your order. There are no TVs because management wants its patrons conversing with one another and the bartenders. I'll be back, but infrequently because of the pricing vs. portions.
(3)
Randall L.
4 stars for the selection alone.
(4)
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Address :2608 S Timberline Rd,Ste 108
Fort Collins, CO, 80525
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Accepts Bitcoin : No Good For : Dinner, Late Night Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Fri, Sat, Sun Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Amanda K.
Amazing brunch and the bottomless mimosas are a real treat on a Sunday! The service is great! Make sure you order bacon with whatever you have, they cook it crisp and delicious! Defiantly worth the stop in!
(5)Haile S.
Brunch was a joke. They ran out of champagne in the first 30 minutes and there was only two tables with customers in the place at the time. Then menu is sad but not accurate. Ordered the sticky monkey bread and its a small muffin sized bundt cake with no sticky anything and actually very dry. The bacon is thick but more like beef jerky and the eggs benedict was just disgusting. The service was horrible at times then double duty at other times. Had to practically beg for our check after sitting with empty glasses.
(2)Sam R.
Back at William Oliver's. I've been dreaming about the bacon since my last trip. First thing I ordered today was the "pint of bacon". I reaffirm my claim, this is the best bacon I have ever had in my life.
(5)Myt M.
Awsome for lunch! So my other half broke down in my car n stumbled upon this classy establishment. :) we have been waiting to do a lunch date because he thought it was pretty neat with a plethora of whiskies to suit your every whim, plus parings or just some good eats. Had some meats n cheeses with a flight n some gumbo in a bread bowl. on a side note Feisty spirits does a special for them called "Feisty Pig"! Nice. Friendly bartender helps the medicine go down. :)
(5)Anita H.
We spent a few hours in this pub on 1/2/15. It was a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere, I felt that it was a great way to spend our afternoon. The sandwiches are really good. If you get bacon it is thick sliced and the best bacon that I have had. I also enjoyed a pretzel while we were there. Well worth the time!
(4)Bryan J.
Had lunch with a buddy and we both enjoyed our sandwiches. A little early for whisky but they do have a really good selection. We tried some of the local micros instead and they were perfectly poured and delivered by our exceptional bartender/sever Hailey. I will definitely be back to try some of their whisky.
(4)Paul M.
This place is the real deal. Food, drinks, people... All are stellar. Must visit, must become a regular.
(5)James D.
I've been to the Publick House a couple of times now. Their beer selection changes weekly and they only pour locals. Their whiskeys are mostly local. It's an awesome little bar in a strip mall. Once inside it feels like you're somewhere else. I love this place. They have super cheap lunch daily. It costs between $3 to $5. It's a great value for pulled pork and a chips. Their feta coleslaw is one of the best I've ever had. Love it.
(4)Gary C.
I met my friend Russ at William Oliver's after work just to catch up and see what's been going on. We sat at the bar, of course, cause that's what guys do, and ordered a couple of drinks. The bartender was friendly and worked on remembering our names. There were several regulars chatting with each other. The bar is conducive to relaxed conversation and it's the only neighborhood bar on the west side of Midtown. They have an amazing selection of whiskey and several local beers on tap. For bigger groups, there's a larger room with a fireplace, a perfect spot on chilly fall and winter nights. We enjoyed the atmosphere and will go back again for sure!
(4)Greg B.
I came here for drinks one evening. I did not eat there. I enjoyed the comfortable environment, the decor of the place is great. I found the service to be friendly and fast. They have a great selection of beer, although a few of their options were out of stock. I look forward to returning.
(4)Long D.
Service is great! Chicago dog was fabulous! Bruschetta sucked! How long does take to toast croutons cut tomatoes and add feta? No flavor whatsoever. Bruschetta needs to have garlic, basil, balsamic, olive oil, tomatoes. The croutons were way too hard I was scared to eat them. I love this place but was quite disappointed by this dish. Will give it another chance but definitely won't ever order the bruschetta again.
(2)Ford S.
Pretty good, short menu. Beer was all local, good selection. Cool little joint that's conveniently located close to a lot of residences but not many other bars.
(4)Dan P.
Awesome low-key environment for drinks. Feels like an English pub. Only wish they had more seating (it was hard to find a place for our party of 4). Overall, would recommend it.
(4)Arianne B.
Love their ambience-service is great & the drinks are incredible!!!! Awesome for a strip mall bar!!
(5)Joe M.
I've been meaning to stop in since they opened. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Pulled pork sandwich was excellent and they have a great local beer selection. Can't wait to come back and throw some darts.
(4)Caroline S.
This is a great bar, even better whiskey. I have been here happy hour, late night, corporate event and just an average Saturday afternoon. The staff is fun and engaging and you can never go wrong with a place that offers a cup of bacon and a shot of warm maple syrup!
(5)Natalie G.
Great place!! Lots of scotch and whiskey. Also, very good noshing. Try it out!! The owner is very nice. Check out the daily special for lunch. It is small, but they are expanding.
(5)Derek B.
This place is a nice quaint little place. I absolutely love the atmosphere and the staff is unbeatable with their service and personality. If you are looking for a nice quiet place to get a drink and get away from it all then this is the place to be.
(5)Steve G.
My amazing Girlfriend brought me here knowing I enjoy whiskeys. An unassuming place lost in a strip mall, we entered and were greeted by the old world decor and warmth that only a true pub has. Not being a whiskey drinker, we were concerned about options for my Girlfriend. No worries, she too was taken care of with spirits crafted in Colorado. The fine selection of Scotch is the only libation not brought from the various parts of this great State. The service was excellent, food tasty, and the knowledge of the bar tender was without limits. This is not a place for youngsters, but for those who enjoy higher end liquors.
(5)Mary G.
Stopped in for a late dinner a few nights ago - great find! It is in a rather unlikely locale at first glance, in a strip of stores attached to the King Soopers on Drake and Timberline. Definitely not Old Town ambience, but also not the usual trashed college-aged Old Town crowd either. This is a great whiskey bar/neighborhood pub, comfy and friendly with a nice selection of drinks and food, and as a bonus you could actually hear your own conversation with non-heavy metal music. Aka, an ideal post-college crowd hang out. The mixed whiskey drinks we tried were excellent, and despite the fact that we ordered as the kitchen was closing I enjoyed my maple bourbon hot dog a lot and especially the killer unique feta cole slaw it came with. My friend had some tasty bacon-topped poutine that was big enough to split. Want to try the pint o' bacon with a shot of maple syrup next time. :) A leeeeetle pricey maybe, but not ridiculous. And that helps such that you won't be there for endless booze (and neither will your fellow patrons) but instead to actually enjoy a nice night out with your grownup friends or significant other.
(4)Amanda B.
I came in with a friend, and was very impressed. The atmosphere was fantastic, small and comfortable. My cannot say enough about the customer service I received. The staff are a fun bunch, who clearly enjoy their job and know a lot about their product selection. I did not have to opportunity to taste the food , but the beverage selection is so diverse, and like nothing else I've seen in Colorado.
(5)Alister F.
Great local pub! Drinks might be a little overpriced but you one of my favorite places to grab a beer.
(4)Michelle R.
This is a great little bar. Very comfortable, excellent service with knowledgable staff. The vibe is pretty mellow and the people are friendly.
(5)Micky A.
Had a chance to visit William Oliver's again and had a better experience. Jacob was the bartender and you can tell he is really knowledgeable plus enjoys what he does. I didn't have any food so can't comment on any improvements there, but Jacob did take the time to ask me what I liked in a whiskey, then made some suggestions on what to have. His suggestions were appreciated and were good for the most part. The bar was not busy at the time I went in, so that may have something to do with the personal service and better experience, but left understanding what the bar was all about and having had an enjoyable time.
(4)Andrew K.
Freaking awesome! Smoked salmon platter is very tasty. Love that they have such selection all the time. Graham the bar tender is very professional.
(5)Jeff J.
Small joint but very awesome!!!
(4)Jessica L.
Not really great service. Women was holding down lunch and bar so we waited a while for everything and the food wasn't so great.
(3)Kat P.
Perfect neighborhood pub just got better with BACON! Willy O's opened last year, and we've been regulars ever since. They have an incredible whisk(e)y selection, and a great staff. Don't like "liquid sunshine" then you can have a mixed beverage made with Colorado liquors. The same with beers...it's a Colorado, or preferably local brew, or water. The recent expansion now provides extra seating (yea!), and a small kitchen that pumps a luscious aroma of bacon into the place. BLTs, bacon salads and bacon soup are all on the menu. Bacon purist? then get the Pint o' Bacon. That's right, 5 slices of uber thick bacon served in a pint glass, and a side of maple syrup. They now feature a Sunday brunch that begins at 9:30 am...just thought I'd mention that.... I imagine they have some type of breakfast protein...
(5)Beau D.
William Oliver's is a great neighborhood bar, in a neighborhood that's void of any cool watering holes. The atmosphere is classy, yet laid back. Like a downtown bar, but without the annoying crowd. The whiskey is the star of the show here. They have everything you could want. Their selection is out of this world. The beers here are all local, and are constantly rotating. Like...daily. Always fun stuff on tap you don't see anywhere else in town, and it's cool that WOPH makes a big effort to go local. Food is great here. Very bacon-centric menu, if that's what your into (I am) but also runs the gambit from salads to an amazing beer cheese soup to Chicago Dogs. Again, they try to go local with as many ingredients as possible. My only complaint, and really the only complaint about WOPH at all, is that many of the dishes come in burger style aluminum baskets, which some dishes are hard to eat from, especially if you want to use a fork. A plate would be more appropriate for certain menu items in my opinion. The staff here are amazing. Super friendly, super knowledgeable, which is a big feat, considering the ever changing beer selection and massive amount of whiskeys. These gals and guys are top notch. Love this place, and highly recommend!
(5)Alison P.
This bar is in our neighborhood and, for lack of any better (or even existent) options, we like to walk here on weeknights when we don't have time to cook. The food is really quite good--I love their smoked salmon sandwich, my husband likes the gourmet hot dogs, and I think the potato beer cheese soup is divine. The problem every single time is the service--total failure without fail. The waiters are perfectly nice people, but they are slow, inattentive, and seemingly completely clueless about the extent of their subpar service. Last time we went, it took 20 minutes--20!--to bring us two beers from the tap. After we finally got them, we still had to put our food order in--the food took another 30 minutes to arrive. After the food arrived, my husband made the terrible mistake of asking for a side of BBQ sauce. As you can imagine, it never came. The kicker it that the waitstaff simply does not seem to realize how very slowly it's all happening. We do return to this place because it's in our neighborhood and we want to support a local, well-intentioned business with decent food and solid drink offerings. All of that said, if another watering hole were to open up within walking distance, we'd likely abandon William Oliver's without looking back. I am writing this review because I really see room for improvement here!
(3)Colan S.
Nice to have another bar in the neighborhood, as there's not too many options around Timberline & Drake. This place has a very elaborate beer menu, and an absolutely massive whiskey menu. The food selection is also good, very unique pub fare, and they have a sunday brunch that looks to die for, although we haven't made it to that quite yet. Before this place opened, there was only Island Grill, and CB Potts close to us. Nothing against those two places, as we like them too, but William Oliver's is simply a bit better. A bit more upscale as far as the drink prices go, but you get what you pay for, with awesome concoctions made by bartenders who know their stuff. The food prices are very reasonable, with I believe only two items on the menu that are over ten bucks, and the food is very good. You wouldn't think they would have a kids menu from looking at the joint, but they do, which is nice.
(4)Jeff S.
Saw an article in the Coloradoan about the best places for brunch, and this place was on the list. We live right up the street so we headed there the Sunday after the article came out. The "buffet" was reminiscent of a free continental breakfast at an inexpensive hotel. First, it was pretty sparse. The biscuits tasted frozen and very dry. The bacon (when there was some) was chewy and subpar. Our server was not friendly and was very slow. It seemed like he was a whisky bartender that was forced to wait tables and hated every minute of it. I'll go there again for drinks, but it definitely didn't live up to the expectations set out in the newspaper article.
(3)Renee H.
Great atmosphere and staff! It is located in a strip mall but once inside you would never know. It has a big city feel, classy, and sophisticated. I'll be going back! We ordered the bottomless chips and salsa. The cheese is included in this but the guac is an extra $1 (on top of $6). Not bad! Though the chips were a little thin and broke easily when dipping. I also had the bacon and maple syrup. Let's just say - I'm from Iowa. It was good. :-)
(5)Sharon H.
Great whisky bar! I could stop there, but there are so many areas this hot spot hits the mark. Bartender Hailey, is wonderful. Fun to talk to and is excellent at suggesting great drinks to match your taste. Everyone is super friendly and work well as a team. Food is perfect, elevated and beautifully plated. Bacon lovers must unite at William Olivers. If there is a bacon lovers club, this is where they would meet. The atmosphere is fun, and the bar is clean. No sticky tables or bar stool. No fruit flies. No funk. We have been a dozen times or more and will keep coming back.
(5)Kyle F.
My wife and I were searching for a new place for a midweek date and this place came up on yelp. We try a lot of local places for fun. This sounded like our kind of place. It was a little tough to find because it's buried in a shopping center. I'll say this, if it was in Old Town people would love it. It was a thin, long building with seating just for two. This might've been due to the other room being rented for a private party. We found a small table against the cool stone wall and settled in. The server got to is quickly for drinks. I got a snapshot, but didn't feel she was very knowledgable about what's on tap. I read the chalkboard and it seems like whiskey is really their main thing. That's pretty cool. I'd live to try out whiskey. The food is a small menu, our server only brought us one. We shared since we kind of like each other. We got chips and salsa, which was nothing special but it did curb my hunger. Our entrees were both versions of turkey sandwiches. Bacon is another big draw here. It was a little soggy for my liking but of high quality. Overall I loved the atmosphere, wish I could smoke a cigar there. The food menu could be expanded. I really want to see a bacon cheeseburger here.
(4)Sam R.
William Oliver's is a cool place that comes with its good and bad. First off, it has wonderful drinks in a part of town that doesn't have much to offer anyway so that gets 5 out of 5. The food prices are very reasonable which is great for the gourmet styles they offer but the portions are very pathetic. $8 for delicious bacon wrapped dates but it only came with 4. $2 a tiny date. 3 out of 5 for food value. The atmosphere is good 4 out of 5 and last but not least the service. Every time we come we get terrible slow service like we aren't even there. We have even moved tables to be in a waiters traffic pattern so we could get waited on. 1 out of 5 for service. Takeaway - go to the bar and order a delicious drink and enjoy the atmosphere.
(3)Michelle Y.
Sunday brunch is less than mediocre. Bloody Mary bar and bottomless mimosas are cool but brunch menu is subpar. We called prior to see what their food options were and the girl acted like their menu was huge. There are only 8 items. They only have a convection oven so there are no eggs on their menu. Worst place for me seeing as I don't eat beef or pork and they are all about the bacon but I expected some sort of option. I wanted monkey bread but they of course were out. Sent back breakfast bruschetta because it was literally inedible. Impossible to chew. Rest of the group enjoyed the bacon. Salmon bagel was okay. Overall disappointing and wouldn't go back for food if in town.
(2)Betsey L.
Ryan, the owner is so nice and I'm super thrilled for his success! My fiancé and I have been going in there for two years. Everyone is friendly and well informed. It's fantastic for a quick drink at the bar and chat with Steve, lunch sitting outside in the sun, gatherings with friends and apparently darts. Oh and Sunday brunch, but to be honest I haven't played darts there nor had brunch, but soon I promise. The maple bourbon dog is amazing. That is all.
(4)Mark L.
Wonderful atmosphere, knowledgable and friendly bartenders and an incredible selection of whisk(e)y, including Scotch and Bourbon....what more could you ask for?
(5)Sharon N.
Went on a sat afternoon. Wasn't sure what to expect. Thought it looked like a bar with eating room added. Is it sophisticated drinking establishment, a gourmet soup and sandwich place. There was a child running around, so is it a family place. Not sure it's identity is clear yet. But we did enjoy or food. Nothing great or memorable, but decent. The service was good, friendly, knowledgable. Will give it another try in the future, when they might have things a little more defined.
(3)Sean D.
I am more than happy with this bar. Great employees, great atmosphere, nice people, and great food deals! My favorite bar by far in Fort Collins. Perfect place for a small gathering or just going stag. I always end up having a great conversation with a stranger at this bar. Kudos to Ryan the owner for a great establishment!
(5)Anthony N.
Excellent, food, whiskey and scenery what more to ask for...
(5)Scott K.
This is an awesome little bar with a great atmosphere. They had a big selection of drinks and a friendly staff. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Lisa S.
Amazing! If you like to have a home town feeling pub this is your place :)
(5)Rob B.
Sometimes I want more than a beer. I want somewhere where I can be comfortable sitting back and relaxing with friends in an environment that is not as chaotic as a bar. William Oliver's is a whisky bar that strives for this, but unfortunately the popularity of the joint simply makes achieving this goal impossible. We stopped in on a Wednesday night for some whisky (for the men) and cocktails (for the ladies.) It's got a classy feel to it, from the impressive bar to the bartenders in old timey wear (complete with waxed 'stache.) Now I have just started drinking hard liquor like bourbon and whisky straight, so my knowledge of said spirits is a bit novice, to say the least. Despite the ridiculous busyness of the place, the bartender was good enough to take his time and make sure I got what would be the best fit for me. He definitely knew his whiskey! The whiskys are extremely varied, ranging from cheap $3 a 1/2oz booze to more extravagent stuff that is more in the $8+ price range. They also have other stuff, including beer, bourbon and mixed drinks, but it's primary niche is being a whisky bar. Being my first time, I hovered around the $4 level and he found two whiskys that I enjoyed. With booze in hand we turned to find a spot, but the place was packed to capacity. Every spot on the bar was taken, as well as all the tables and furniture inside. Luckily the four of us were able to squeeze onto a bench outside, but even there it was a bit busy. William Oliver's wants to be a swanky joint by not offering music, tv and other distractions, focusing on booze, food and conversation. Yet due to the popularity it is difficult to enjoy your own conversation with all the other conversations going on around you. It would be a really, really cool place to hang out of it wasn't so dang busy and loud all the time. Seriously, that's my only complaint...it's too popular! Otherwise a great place.
(4)Nate J.
This bar has the worst service!! We live in the neighborhood and have visited it on numerous occasions and have left EVERY time violently offended by the waitstaff. The drinks are expensive and take over 30 minutes to receive. The staff is rude and the food is terrible. Even though I live in walking distance, I will NEVER return to this bar due to the horrible service. I would recommend everyone go to the bar across the street, Genoa. It is not open late, nor does it have a wide variety of drinks, but the staff is welcoming which is all I ask for from a bar.
(1)Joseph R.
I absolutely LOVE this place! Hands down the most radical (also could use the words: tubular or bodacious) place in town! The bartenders know their whiskey, are friendly, and tell some great jokes. Oh yeah, and Steve-O says the word "Fuck" a perfect amount of times! In fact, if he said the word "Fuck" any less, I would quit patronizing this establishment.
(5)Jeff S.
Great selection of whiskey, bourbon and scotch. Small, intimate atmosphere. The bartenders are engaged and provide quick service. It's a cool little neighborhood bar, but it's overpriced. Example - a 1 oz 'taster' of bourbon is $3-$5. There isn't a lot of seating aside from the bar itself and there isn't wait staff to serve those seating areas. If you're seated in one of these areas, plan on walking up to the bar to place your order. There are no TVs because management wants its patrons conversing with one another and the bartenders. I'll be back, but infrequently because of the pricing vs. portions.
(3)Randall L.
4 stars for the selection alone.
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