Crabby Joe's Bar • Grill

65 University Ave, Waterloo
(519) 725-9041

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Chicken Wings and Chicken Tenders Combo
Nashville Hot Chicken Tacos
Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla
Spinach and Goat Cheese Dip
Spinach & Goat Cheese Dip
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Fingers
Crabby Apple Crumble
Hot Wings and Fries
Penne Rustica Pasta

Menu

Featured items
Spinach and Goat Cheese Dip
Creamy spinach dip, roasted garlic, goat cheese, and artichokes, topped with melted mixed cheeses. Served with a baked garlic flatbread.
Wings
Served with carrots, celery sticks, and blue cheese.
Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla
Buffalo chicken, mixed cheeses, tomatoes and green onions, in a grilled flour tortilla served with sour cream and salsa.
Mozzarella Sticks
Breaded mozzarella cheese served with marinara sauce for dipping.
Chicken Fingers
Tender chicken breast strips seasoned and breaded. Served with choice of side and plum sauce.
Joe's Nachos
Gluten friendly. Crispy tri-colored tortilla chips, tomatoes, cheese sauce, green onions, jalapeno peppers, and melted mixed cheese.
Beer-Battered Fish and Chips
Freshly hand-battered haddock fillet. Served with fries and tartar sauce.
New York Striploin (10 oz)
New York striploin, fresh, never frozen, steak basted with butter. Served with vegetables and your choice of fries or side house salad. AAA Canadian beef aged for a minimum of 28 days, seasoned with Joe's signature steak spice and grilled.
Loaded Cheese Fries
Joe's fries topped with melted mixed cheese, ranch dressing, bacon, green onions, and sour cream.
Top Sirloin Steak Fajita
Seasoned AAA sirloin steak char-broiled served with sizzling bell peppers and sweet onions served with sour cream, salsa, mixed cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes and warm soft flour tortillas.
Crabby Combo
Buffalo chicken quesadilla, chicken wings, and mozzarella sticks. Served with sour cream, salsa and marinara.
Garlic Skillet Bread
Oven-baked signature garlic brioche loaf smothered in garlic spread.
Penne Rustica
Sun-dried tomatoes, asparagus, mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes tossed with penne in an olive oil, roasted garlic and herb sauce. Topped with Parmesan cheese.
Rib and Wing Combo
Half rack of barbeque back ribs and 4 of Joe's famous wings tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with fries.
Godiva® Double Chocolate Cheesecake
Rich Godiva® cheesecake baked with chunks of milk chocolate topped with chocolate mousse, chocolate ganache and chocolate whip cream.

Starters
Spinach and Goat Cheese Dip
Creamy spinach dip, roasted garlic, goat cheese, and artichokes, topped with melted mixed cheeses. Served with a baked garlic flatbread.
Crabby Combo
Buffalo chicken quesadilla, chicken wings, and mozzarella sticks. Served with sour cream, salsa and marinara.
Loaded Cheese Fries
Joe's fries topped with melted mixed cheese, ranch dressing, bacon, green onions, and sour cream.
Bruschetta
Seasoned tomatoes, green onions, arugla and goat cheese with balsamic glaze on a garlic flatbread.
Mozzarella Sticks
Breaded mozzarella cheese served with marinara sauce for dipping.
Nashville Flatbread
Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla
Buffalo chicken, mixed cheeses, tomatoes and green onions, in a grilled flour tortilla served with sour cream and salsa.
Garlic Skillet Bread
Oven-baked signature garlic brioche loaf smothered in garlic spread.
Joe's Nachos
Gluten friendly. Crispy tri-colored tortilla chips, tomatoes, cheese sauce, green onions, jalapeno peppers, and melted mixed cheese.
Fried Pickles
Pickle spears breaded in a dill batter, fried, and served with ranch for dipping.
Honey and Crispy Prosciutto Flatbread
Melted mixed cheeses, red peppers, arugla, creamy spinach, and goat cheese on a baked flatbread, finished with crispy prosciutto, and a drizzle of honey.
Coconut Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp in a shredded-coconut batter. Served with sweet Thai chili sauce for dipping.
Buffalo Cauliflower
Crispy cauliiflower tosed in Buffalo sauce. Served with ranch.

Salads
Mediterranean Chicken
Quinoa, goat cheese, cucumbers, tomatoes, arugla and red peppers tossed in balsamic dressing. Topped with a grilled chicken breast.
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine lettuce, bacon, croutons, and Parmesan cheese tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing.
Avocado And Cashew Salad
Mixed greens, avocado, fire-roasted corn salsa, shredded carrots, tomatoes and red peppers tossed in a citrus peanut vinaigrette. Topped with goat cheese, cashews and a drizzle of honey.
House Salad
Mixed greens, tomatoes, carrots, red onions and cucumbers. Served with balsamic vinaigrette.

Sandwiches
Clubhouse
Sliced natural turkey breast, thick-cut bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and mayonnaise served on a grilled sourdough bread.
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Grilled chicken breast, bacon, parmesan, romaine and creamy Caesar dressing in a warm flour tortilla.
Steak Sandwich
Sliced AAA steak, caramelized onions, sauteed mushrooms and mozzarella cheese smothered in Joe's signature smoky BBQ sauce. Served on a garlic-toasted ciabatta bun.
Avocado Chicken Club Sandwich
Grilled chicken breast, avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and ranch dressing on a garlic toasted ciabatta bun.
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Breaded chicken breast, tossed in Buffalo sauce served on a garlic-toasted ciabatta bun with lettuce, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and ranch dressing..

Burgers
The Classic Burger
Joe's premium beef burger charbroiled to perfection, garnished with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles.
Bacon and Cheddar Burger
Joe's classic topped with Bacon and Cheddar, garnished with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles.
Texas Crunch
Thick-cut bacon coupled with two onion rings, cheddar, and a drizzle of smoky BBQ sauce.
Cheddar on Cheddar Burger
Joe's classic topped with Cheddar, garnished with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles.
The Big Joe Burger
Joe's classic with two patties, topped with Bacon, Cheddar, two onion rings and Joe's signature smoky BBQ sauce. Garnished with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles.
Edgy Veggie
Grilled meatless patty topped with creamy goat cheese, tomato, onion, arugla, jalapeño-lime aioli and a sweet balsamic glaze. 890-1150 cal.
Mushroom Mozza
Joe's premium beef burger charbroiled to perfection smothered with sauteed mushrooms and melted mozzarella. Garnished with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle.

Steak
New York Striploin (10 oz)
New York striploin, fresh, never frozen, steak basted with butter. Served with vegetables and your choice of fries or side house salad. AAA Canadian beef aged for a minimum of 28 days, seasoned with Joe's signature steak spice and grilled.
Filet Mignon
7OZ.Bacon-Wrapped Tenderloin. 'Most Tender Steak'.
7oz Sirloin Steak
7oz AAA Top Sirloin Steak basted with butter.
Kansas City Striploin (12oz)
12oz. AAA Bone-In Striploin grilled to your specification. Served with fries and vegetables.

Seafood
Beer-Battered Fish and Chips
Freshly hand-battered haddock fillet. Served with fries and tartar sauce.
Cajun Haddock
Gluten-free. Skinnylicious. Cajun-spiced haddock fillets pan seared and topped with our corn salsa. Served with fresh vegetables and choice of your side.

Pastas
Penne Rustica
Sun-dried tomatoes, asparagus, mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes tossed with penne in an olive oil, roasted garlic and herb sauce. Topped with Parmesan cheese.
Wicked Shrimp Penne
Sautéed shrimp, peppers, onions, and roasted garlic in piri piri pepper-spiced sauce tossed with penne in a white wine and tomato sauce. Topped with Parmesan cheese.
Chicken Parmesan Pasta
Breaded chicken breast on linguine tossed with marinara sauce, topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Ribs and Wings
Wings
Served with carrots, celery sticks, and blue cheese.
Rib and Wing Combo
Half rack of barbeque back ribs and 4 of Joe's famous wings tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with fries.
BBQ Back Ribs
Ribs are grilled to perfection and basted with Joe's signature BBQ sauce until they are "fall-off-the-bone" ready. Served with fries.

Fajitas & Tacos
Top Sirloin Steak Fajita
Seasoned AAA sirloin steak char-broiled served with sizzling bell peppers and sweet onions served with sour cream, salsa, mixed cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes and warm soft flour tortillas.
Chicken Fajita
Sizzling bell peppers and sweet onions served with sour cream, salsa, mixed cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes and warm soft flour tortillas.
Nashville Hot Chicken Tacos
Two flour tortillas with our Nashville hot chicken, fire-roasted corn salsa, lettuce, tomatoes, carrots and finished with jalapeño-lime aioli. Served with a choice of fries or side house salad.
Cajun Shrimp Tacos
Two flour tortillas with Cajun-dusted shrimp, fire-roasted corn salsa, carrots, tomatoes, lettuce and finished with jalapeño-lime aioli.

Fingers
Chicken Fingers
Tender chicken breast strips seasoned and breaded. Served with choice of side and plum sauce.
Buffalo Chicken Fingers
Joe's breaded chicken fingers tossed in buffalo sauce. Served with choice of side and ranch dip.

Bowls
Mayan Shrimp Bowl
Cajun-spiced shrimp, fire-roasted corn salsa, avocado, tomatoes, carrots and red peppers. Served on a bed of quinoa and finished with ancho-chipotle sauce.
Cashew Chicken Bowl
Fresh broccoli, red peppers, mushrooms, onions, celery, and carrots pan-seared in pad Thai peanut sauce with Asian noodles. Topped with grilled chicken, cashews, black sesame seeds and a drizzle of sweet Thai chili.
Chicken Quinoa Power Bowl
Grilled chicken, avocado, asparagus, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, goat cheese, and red peppers, served on a bed of quinoa. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and olive oil. Gluten friendly.

Sides
Fries
Golden cuts fried to perfection.
Classic Poutine
Golden fries and cheese curds coated in a savory gravy.
Sweet Potato Fries
Golden sweet potato fries served with chipotle sauce.
Onion Rings
Thick-cut onion rings battered and fried golden. Served with ranch sauce.

Beverages
Tahitian Treat Fruit Punch 591ml
591ml Bottle
Canada Dry Black Cherry 591ml
591ml
Mtn Dew Pitch Black 591ml
Mtn Dew Major Melon 591ml
591ml Bottle
Coca Cola Bottle
Coke Bottle
Ginger Ale Bottle
Bottle
Sprite Bottle
Bottle
Ice Tea Bottle
Brisk Bottle
Root Beer
Canada Dry Cranberry 591ml
591 ml Bottle. Caffeine Free.
Perrier (330 ml)
Enjoy a bottle of sparkling water.
Red Bull 250 ml
Bottled Water (500 ml)
A refreshing bottle of water.

Dessert
OREO® Cookies & Cream
Oreo® cookies baked in our creamy cheesecake, layered with Oreo® cookie mousse. Finished with a drizzle of chocolate ganache and milk chocolate rosettes
Reese's® Cheesecake
Reese's® Peanut Butter Cups combined with a rich chocolate cheesecake topped with chopped Reese's® Peanut Butter Cups.
Godiva® Double Chocolate Cheesecake
Rich Godiva® cheesecake baked with chunks of milk chocolate topped with chocolate mousse, chocolate ganache and chocolate whip cream.
Crabby Apple Crumble
Cut apples rolled in cinnamon and sugar with a roasted almond crumble top. Served warm with caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream
Toffee Nut Delight
Rich toffee blondie baked with chocolate chips, walnuts and toasted marshmallows and creamy caramel. Topped with ice cream, caramel sauce and candied pecans.

Alcohol
White Claw (473mL 5%25ABV)
Named for the monster wave created when three perfect crests come together, White Claw is the inspired combination of pure seltzer water, a hint of fruit and a dash of alcohol.
Vodka. Smirnoff 200ml (40%25alc.Vol)
Founded in 1864 by Pyotr Arsenievich Smirnov, what we now call Smirnoff was the first vodka to use charcoal filtration in the distillation process. This charcoal filtration produces a spirit that is ideal for mixing because of its smooth and clean palate; perfect in a Moscow Mule.
Tequila. Sauza Gold (40%25alc.Vol)
Made using the finest, fresh blue agave at the storied La Perseverancia distillery; this classic tequila offers aromas of lime zest, vanilla, and hints of anise and spice with apricot/peach and pepper notes. Dry and smooth with flavours of caramel, herb and lime, followed by soft vanilla and stone fruit notes on the finish.
Crown Royal 200ml (40%25alc.Vol)
Aging in both and seasoned white oak barrels give Crown Royal its unique flavour profile that has garnered fans the world over. Light amber in colour the nose is lightly floral with corn, buttery/vanilla and peach aromas; on the palate look for light sweet peach flavour with wood spice on a dry finish.
Canadian Can (5%25 alc./Vol)
Made from the very best ingredients and always preservative-free. Pours a light golden colour. Delicate floral and barley aromas with notes of citrus, grain and sweet fruit. Flavours of light hops, sweet malt and citrus. Crisp, clean, medium-bodied and smooth on the palate. Great on its own or paired to grilled white meats.
(6Pack) Smirnoff Ice 330ml 5%25alc./vol
Cloudy white colour; citrus/lemonade/lime nose with grapefruit notes; crisp, refreshing grapefruit/citrus flavours, zesty finish. Must order with food. Must be 19+ to order. Enjoy responsibly
Budweiser 473ml Can (5%25alc./vol)
Light golden colour; light malt & hops; light body, touch of citrus to finish.
Yellow Tail Chardonnay (750mL 13%25ABV)
From Australia's largest family-owned wine company, a wine that's easy to drink and to understand. Aromas of shortbread, yellow pear, floral note, nuts and ginger. On the palate, it is extra dry and medium-bodied, with notes of pastry, pear and nuts leading to a clean finish.
Jose Cuervo Espl Tequila 375ml
375ml
Corona (330mL 4.6%25 ABV)
Light gold colour; forward grassy hop nose; soft hop taste; light-body; softly bitter, clean finish.
Blue (341mL 5%25 ABV)
Blue is the world's best-selling Canadian beer, named for its label by fans of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Made from the finest Canadian barley malt and selected hops. It's fresh and crisp, with light fruit, sweet malt, toasted grain, citrus and grassy hops notes. A great choice for backyard entertaining and light fare.
Jägermeister 200ml (35%25alc.Vol)
The full list of the 56 botanicals that go into making this complex liqueur is a closely guarded secret. This mysterious liquid is aged for up to a year in German oak barrels, before bottling. Expect some sweetness on the palate along with a myriad of flavours that include citrus, spice and a hint of bitterness.
Coors Light 473ml can (4%25 alc./Vol)
Pale gold colour; light grain with a touch of mineral aroma and flavour; soft, pleasant finish.
Absolute Vodka 200ml (40%25alc.Vol)
Absolut's iconic bottle was inspired by an 18th-century medicine bottle found in an antique shop in Stockholm, Sweden. Made exclusively from natural ingredients, showcasing subtle flavours of grain and dried fruit. On the palate, it is full, rich and as smooth as vodka can be. Enjoy with tonic water and garnish with lime. Must order with food. Must be 19+ to order. Enjoy responsibly.
Three Thieves Cabernet Sauvignon (750mL 13.5%25ABV)
A classic California wine, Three Thieves is 100% cabernet sauvignon, sourced from the Monterey and Lodi regions. Medium-bodied and rich, with forward aromas and flavours of berry compote, candy and dried pear. The toasty and vanilla notes from ageing in French and American oak barrels linger on a long and spicy finish.
Peller Family Reserve Rose
Peller Family Reserve Rose 750ml
Crush Pinot Grigio (ON VQA)
Crush Pinot Grigio (ON VQA) 750ml
Jameson 375ml (40%25alc.Vol)
ameson Irish Whiskey is a smooth blend of p0t still and fine grain whiskeys. Bright, pale amber with subtle aromas of white flower, nectarine, ripe pear and clove. Mellow and approachable on the palate, with spicy vanilla, wildflower honey and ginger flavours. Drink neat, mix with soda or add to coffee. Must order with food. Must be 19+ to order. Enjoy responsibly
Gin. Bombay Sapphire 200ml (40%25alc.Vol)
Created from a combination of ten botanicals, including juniper berries from Tuscany, which are vapour infused for delicate extraction. This process results in elegant aromas and complex flavours that are clean and balanced with a crisp finish.
Somersby Apple Cider 500 ml (4.5 %25alc./vol)
Somersby Apple Cider has lovely aromas and flavours of apple with a hint of grapefruit. It's light-bodied and fruity with a sweet palate and a crisp, clean finish. Enjoy with grilled pork chops topped with an apple purée alongside seasonal veggies, or serve well-chilled as an aperitif.
Captain Morgan Spiced 200ml (35%25alc.Vol)
Mixed spices, special fruit flavours and heavy vanilla notes come together with a slight spiciness on a rich palate to create a perfectly balanced spirit with a smooth finish. Flavourful with notes of vanilla, toffee, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and dried apricot this is perfect for mixing with fruit juice or soda.
Tito's Handmade Vodka 375ml
Distilled from corn, this handmade vodka offers forward and yet delicate aromas and flavours of roasted grain, black pepper and citrus, with hints of fruit and smoke. It's lightly creamy and smooth on the palate with a subtle sweetness on the warm and rounded finish.
Heineken (330mL 5%25 ABV)
142 years of tradition are behind this iconic, premium lager. Clear gold yellow colour with fine head. Appealing aromas of sweet malt, floral hops and hints of biscuit, grain and herb. Dry, crisp and fresh with a creamy texture. Flavours of barley malt and fruit, leading to grassy/herbal notes on a refreshing bitter finish.
Bacardi Superior White 200ml (40%25alc.Vol)
Aged for a minimum of 1 year in charred American oak this classic essential offers subtle aromas with hints of citrus, vanilla and herbal elements over a spirit foundation; dry on the palate, light to medium bodied, delicately flavoured with light vanilla tones, hints of pepper and spice leading to a dry, clean finish.
Waterloo IPA can 473ml (5.2%25alc./Vol)
Medium yellow amber colour with a frothy head; delicate aromas of light caramel, floral hops and sweet malt with light earthy notes, along with hints of citrus and herb; dry, light to medium bodied, with fine carbonation and a creamy palate, flavours of sweet grainy malt, leafy hops and caramel with notes of citrus and herb on the lightly bitter finish.
VIZZY Blueberry Pomegranate 473ml 5%25alc./vol
A palate-cleansing hard seltzer with inviting notes of blueberry jam and subtly sweet-tart pomegranate. It's light-bodied and fruity with a refreshingly clean finish.
Vizzy Pineapple Mango 473ml 5%25alc./vol
This sparkling hard seltzer will remind you of a tropical paradise. It's made with Acerola cherry, along with natural flavors of pineapple and mango. A dry, balanced finish caps the refreshingly crisp palate. Must order with food. Must be 19+ to order. Enjoy responsibly
Somersby Pear Cider 500 ml (4.5 %25alc./vol)
This pear cider is light and refreshingly crisp. Look for notes of pear, green apple and lime.It's delicately sweet with a clean finish.Serve with Asian fare, jalapeño poppers, with plenty of ice as an aperitif
Landshark can 473ml (4.6%25alc./Vol)
Landshark Lager is the first beer introduced by Margaritaville, the brand created by musician Jimmy Buffet. This Caribbean-style lager has aromas of cereal, popped rice and citrus. On the palate, it is light-bodied, with lively carbonation and sweet malty notes. Serve ice cold with your favourite casual cuisine.
Boone's Sangria (750ml 7%25ABV)
Medium purple colour; lifted orange/lime aromas and flavours with a nutmeg spice touch; medium sweet, citrus, grapey/blueberry flavours; lightly carbonated, rounded palate, sweet finish. Must order with food. Must be 19+ to order. Enjoy responsibly

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Recent Reviews

Good burger. Fresh patty. Hot fries.
Avocado chicken sandwich was good.

Shrimp appetizer isn't worth the price though.

Typical bar and grill atmosphere.

Pleasant server.
August 2025
I had an opportunity to visit this place tonight. It was downright busy and I just wanted to take a moment to appreciate the female server who was alone who provided incredible service. I feel bad for her she was the only one around at peak levels but provided great customer service. Kudos to her! Great JOB!!
August 2025
Crabby Joe’s – Waterloo: Great Vibes, Decent Food, and Top-Notch Nachos!

I was on the lookout for a spot that served great beer alongside some good food, and Crabby Joe’s in Waterloo seemed like the perfect pick. We were a group of five and decided to go with two pitchers of beer, some nachos, and a variety of other dishes, including coconut grilled prawns and chicken items.

The overall food quality was above average – nothing blew...
June 2025

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Crabby Joe's Bar • Grill

65 University Ave, Waterloo, ON N2J 2V9
(519) 725-9041