Holy Diver, located at 353 Talbot St, London, ON, has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts. Customers rave about its daily happy hour and imaginative dishes like the 13 cleverly named smashed burgers. The ambiance, adorned with nostalgic decor, creates a welcoming atmosphere reminiscent of a laid-back bar scene.
Reviewers highlight the stellar service, particularly praising staff members like Tyson for his attentive and fun demeanor. The drinks, including the renowned Caesars topped with spiraled pickles, have left patrons dreaming about their next visit. The nachos, generously laden with brisket and phenomenal guacamole, are a standout, breaking the mold of typical bar food.
Aveline Barkhouse sums it up perfectly, calling it her "number 1 go-to spot," noting the soulful music and exceptional cocktails. Whether you're there for the best wings in London or just a casual drink, Holy Diver promises a delightful experience. With its artistic vibe and tantalizing menu, it’s easy to see why this restaurant is becoming a local favorite. Don’t miss your chance to indulge in this culinary haven!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Holy Diver
Alex Adams
Jun 24,2025
Tyson was great. Debit machine made you go through extra steps to add a tip and I didn’t like it. Want to tip Tyson every time no troubles
Five Star Review Club
Jun 16,2025
I had to double take and ask the bartender if I was reading the sign right. Happy hour everyday! Get outta town! And 13 smashed Burgers!? With really witty references as names. Really clever. In an alternate universe, super troopers the movie was written where Shenanigans was The Early Bird/Holy Diver and this is the place Farva likes to go with all the “Goofy shit on the walls” and “mozzarella sticks”. Will check the menu and see if the moz sticks are there, don’t quote me on that, but the aesthetic is second bar none. What you’d expect of a bar named after a Ronnie Dio classic RIP king But yeah, great little breakfast, leave your pretence at the door, immerse yourself in the setting, practice a little patience and gratitude and you’ll have yourself a beautiful time in Downtown London. With soul soothing to just stare at the walls and look up at the roof, it’s like the walls are giving nostalgic hugs of a much loving and peaceful time. Thanks ya’ll, New favourite local, Kind Regards, #fivestarreviewclub
dave h
Jun 14,2025
After seeing the pictures of the Caesar's I had to try them. Sure enough they met the expectations! The spiraled pickles on top were loads of tasty fun and the actual drink was tasty too! We also had the nachos with unbelievable brisket. These are far beyond your bar nachos! The guacamole was phenomenal! Not only was the food and drink so good the service was excellent! Our waitress was fun, attentive and knowledgeable. We went on a Thursday night and they had some epic punk music going....the whole feel of the place was very cool! Will definitely come back!
Aveline Barkhouse
May 31,2025
My number 1 go to spot. Food; absolutely next level. Drinks; I've actually dreamt about Tyson's cocktails, they're that good. Music; some of the best in town. You HAVE to come here!
Izzy G
May 27,2025
What a wonderful experience. Decided to visit based off of their rating as best wings in london. I have to say some of the best wings I have ever had. Ordered the nachos with brisket as well. Highly recommend. Service was fantastic. Definitely recommend. It is across from a parking lot in case you need additional parking.
Corey Chambers
Apr 12,2025
Honestly, deserving a total 5 star review out of me. What a great little bar! I've ordered wings at other bars, perhaps a thousand times and half the time I was disappointed with what I received. The Holy Diver made up for all those times with one pound of their (get this!) smoked honey garlic wings. Just a wicked atmosphere, great tunes, and if you're into pop culture, punk rock, classic movies, great drinks and real tasty food, you'll love this place. Don't pass up an opportunity to hit them up if you're in the downtown core of London in the evening. I will be going back as soon as I can, I'll be looking for excuses to go downtown now.
Hector Yesid Sandoval
Apr 3,2025
I really enjoyed the burgers, they were delicious and well-prepared. The atmosphere of the place was nice, and the service was good. Overall, a pleasant experience. Thanks!
Jacky
Mar 10,2025
I loved this burger. Super close to the canada life place/ bud gardens. The burger is like a Big Mac and smash burger together. Love the sesame seed bun. They have plenty of mock-tail options. Small sport with a cool alternative rocker vibe.
Reviews For Holy Diver