THE FRIENDLIEST LITTLE PUB YOU'VE NEVER HEARD OF
Serving up scratch‑made comfort food, bold flavors, and community spirit in Wooster, OH.
Our Legacy
Since 2009, Ugly Duck has been Wooster’s funky, family-owned pub stop—famous as the “Friendliest Little Pub You’ve Never Heard Of”
With scratch-made entrees and pub classics, our team blends local pride with quirky flair. A cozy neighborhood spot, it’s lived up to its renegade spirit and loyal following over the years.
Whether you’re here for pizza born from our “duck” pizza legacy, unforgettable grinders, or legendary bar‑food plates, it’s all served with warm service and a side of laughter.
What We’re Known For
Specialty Pizza & Calzones
Duck Pizza – Three‑cheese combo, your choice of toppings: one hell of a pie.
The Meatza, The Meatball, Bacon Chicken Ranch, Porker, Nacho Daddy… each loaded with bold ingredients and personality
Colossal Calzone – packed with five fillings; be warned, this thing is dinosaur‑sized
OMG Grinders
Hand‑built grinders served with your choice of side:
Italian
Meatball with Duck’s famous marinara
Buckeye Beefy, Reuben, Naked Chicken Parm, Turkey BLT, Pulled Pork, Big Fish, and more
OMG Grinders
Hand‑built grinders served with your choice of side:
Italian
Meatball with Duck’s famous marinara
Buckeye Beefy, Reuben, Naked Chicken Parm, Turkey BLT, Pulled Pork, Big Fish, and more
Burgers & Entrees
Duck Burger – no, it’s not made of duck (just a great burger).
Creative takes like Muddy Ducker, Cooter, Big Woody, The Clucker, Muddy Clucker, and Slab O’Ribs—all bursting with bold toppings and house sauces
Pastas & Sides
Scratch-made Cajun Chicken Alfredo, Pasta & Balls, Chicken Parmesan, Pan‑Seared Salmon Alfredo—served with garlic bread and soup or salad
Pastas & Sides
Scratch-made Cajun Chicken Alfredo, Pasta & Balls, Chicken Parmesan, Pan‑Seared Salmon Alfredo—served with garlic bread and soup or salad