Wells Gray Roadhouse
Clearwater's favourite pub and grill — homemade food, honey garlic wings, slow-cooked ribs, and karaoke nights on the Yellowhead Highway.
About the Roadhouse
Homemade food, cold beer, and a carved bear out front
Wells Gray Roadhouse is one of Clearwater's most beloved gathering spots — a warm, unpretentious pub and grill where the food is made from scratch, the beer is cold, and the welcome is genuine. Whether you're fuelling up before a day in Wells Grey Provincial Park or winding down after one, this is the kind of place that makes Clearwater feel like home.
The kitchen takes real pride in cooking everything fresh in-house. Breakfast is a standout — locals and road-trippers alike rave about the homemade quality and generous portions. The dinner menu features crowd-pleasers like honey garlic wings, slow-cooked ribs, gnocchi, and chicken tenders, all made from scratch by the kitchen team.
The warm, inviting lounge features locally crafted wall art and a carved tipsy bear out front that's become something of a Clearwater landmark. Regular karaoke nights bring the community together and make for a memorable evening if you're staying in town.
Quick Facts
Address
228 East Yellowhead Highway, Clearwater, BC
Right on the Yellowhead Highway — look for the carved bear out front
Hours
Open daily — breakfast through late evening
Hours can vary seasonally; check Facebook for current hours and special events
Phone
(250) 674-2340
Call ahead for large groups or to check on karaoke night schedules
Cuisine
Pub & grill — breakfast, wings, ribs, gnocchi, burgers, daily specials
Full bar with BC craft beer; all-day breakfast available
Good For
Locals, road-trippers, families, groups, karaoke fans
A welcoming spot for everyone — the vibe is casual and friendly
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Best source for current hours, karaoke nights, and daily specials
Why Locals Love It
What makes the Roadhouse special
Made From Scratch
Everything at the Wells Gray Roadhouse is made fresh in-house — no shortcuts, no frozen bags. The kitchen takes real pride in the food, and it shows in every plate.
A Clearwater Landmark
The carved tipsy bear out front has become one of Clearwater's most photographed roadside characters. It's the kind of quirky, welcoming detail that tells you exactly what kind of place this is before you even walk in.
Karaoke Nights
The Roadhouse hosts regular karaoke nights that bring the community together. Whether you're a regular or just passing through, it's a great way to spend an evening in Clearwater.
Genuinely Welcoming
The staff here are known for making everyone feel at home — locals, road-trippers, families, solo travellers. It's the kind of place where you sit down a stranger and leave feeling like a regular.
What to Order
Menu highlights
Breakfast
Full Homemade Breakfast
Eggs, bacon or sausage, hash browns, toast — made fresh, not from a bag
Pancake Stack
Thick, fluffy pancakes with butter and real maple syrup
Omelettes
Made to order with your choice of fillings
French Toast
Golden, thick-cut, dusted with icing sugar
Starters & Pub Favourites
Honey Garlic Wings
The house specialty — crispy, saucy, and absolutely worth it
Loaded Nachos
Piled high with all the toppings, served with salsa and sour cream
Chicken Tenders
Hand-breaded, golden, served with your choice of dipping sauce
Soup of the Day
Made fresh in-house — ask your server what's on
Mains & Dinner
Slow-Cooked Ribs
Fall-off-the-bone tender, glazed and finished on the grill
Gnocchi
House-made gnocchi in a rich, flavourful sauce — a local favourite
Burgers
Hand-formed patties with fresh toppings and a proper bun
Daily Specials
The kitchen does something different every day — always worth asking
Drinks
BC Craft Beer
A rotating selection of BC craft beers on tap and in bottles
Wine List
BC and imported wines by the glass or bottle
Cocktails & Spirits
Full bar — ask your server for the current cocktail list
Coffee & Hot Drinks
Fresh-brewed coffee, tea, and hot chocolate
Must Try
Honey garlic wings and the full homemade breakfast — two things the Roadhouse does better than anywhere else in Clearwater.
The Roadhouse
A Clearwater institution
The Tipsy Bear
The carved tipsy bear out front has become one of Clearwater's most recognizable roadside characters — a beloved local landmark that perfectly captures the Roadhouse's warm, playful spirit. You'll know you've found the right place when you see him.
Getting there
228 East Yellowhead Highway
Clearwater, BC
Right on the Yellowhead Highway — look for the carved bear out front
Call ahead for groups or karaoke night schedule
Facebook is the best place to check current hours, daily specials, and upcoming karaoke nights.
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