Short answer: Yes — many Boston Pizza locations in Canada accept reservations, mostly through OpenTable. But there’s no single chain-wide rule: each restaurant is independently owned, so reservation policies vary by location. Some locations book reliably online, others work mostly on a walk-in basis, and a few reportedly don’t honour online reservations consistently. This guide tells you exactly how to book, which method works best for your situation, and when to call instead.
How We Verified This
Boston Pizza is a franchise network of 370+ independently owned restaurants in Canada, so reservation policy is a location-level decision, not a national policy. For this 2026 guide we reviewed current OpenTable listings for Boston Pizza locations across Canada (many list live booking slots for parties up to 20), scanned recent guest reviews mentioning reservations, and cross-checked our own site’s location and hours guides. Policies can change per franchisee — so treat location pages and OpenTable’s live availability as the current truth, and call ahead for anything important.
Disclaimer: this is editorial research, not an official statement. For a specific date or large group, confirm directly with the restaurant you’re visiting.
How to Book a Boston Pizza Reservation (Step by Step)
Option 1: OpenTable (the main online route)
- Go to opentable.ca and search “Boston Pizza” plus your city.
- Pick your location — listings like Boston Pizza Front & John (Toronto), Nelson Rd (Saskatoon), and Moncton all show live booking widgets.
- Choose date, time, and party size (OpenTable supports parties of up to 20 at many BP locations).
- Confirm with your email. You’ll get a confirmation email — bring it, or have it on your phone, if you arrive at a busy time.
Tip: If OpenTable shows no available times, that’s meaningful information — either the location has no online booking or it’s fully booked. Call the restaurant (phone numbers are listed on each OpenTable page) before assuming the worst.
Option 2: Call the restaurant directly
For same-day bookings, large groups, or anything OpenTable can’t handle, call. The location’s own staff know their real availability better than any booking platform — including whether the online inventory matches what the floor can actually seat. This is the method OpenTable listings themselves recommend for large parties and special requests.
Option 3: Walk in
At off-peak times — weekday lunches, early weekday dinners — walk-ins are usually seated quickly at most locations. Save this for small parties and non-peak hours; it’s a gamble on Friday nights and game nights.
Do All Boston Pizza Locations Take Reservations?
No — and this is the part that trips people up. Here’s the honest breakdown:
- Many locations accept OpenTable bookings. Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Moncton, and Toronto listings all show live reservation availability.
- Some locations are unreliable on reservations. Guest reviews for locations like Airdrie North note that reservations “aren’t consistently honoured” and walk-in availability can be better than the booking system suggests. Reviews are anecdotal, but the pattern is worth knowing: if reviews say it, call ahead and reconfirm.
- Most locations don’t do private dining or large-event bookings. Several OpenTable pages explicitly state “no private dining room” and recommend calling to discuss small-group options. Boston Pizza is a casual sports bar, not an event venue.
Bottom line: OpenTable availability + a confirmation call is the winning combination for anything beyond a casual dinner.
Large Groups & Birthday Parties: What Actually Works
Boston Pizza is genuinely popular for birthdays, team dinners, and family get-togethers — it’s one of the most family-friendly sports bars in Canada. But “large” needs managing:
- Parties up to ~20: book on OpenTable where available, then call to confirm. A confirmation call two days out prevents the most common failure mode (the floor not seeing your booking).
- Bigger than 20: call the location directly. There’s no chain-wide group-booking desk — it’s per restaurant.
- Birthday parties: families host birthdays at BP all the time. Bring your own cake? Policies vary — ask when you book. See our kids menu guide.
- Accessibility or seating requests (wheelchair access, high chairs, specific table placement): OpenTable’s restaurant-provided details don’t reliably list these, so call ahead.
When to Book Ahead vs. Walk In
Book ahead when: it’s a Friday or Saturday night, a big hockey or playoff game is on, you’re 6+ people, it’s a birthday or celebration, or you’re on a tight schedule.
Walk in when: it’s a weekday lunch, an early weeknight dinner, or you’re flexible and it’s just two of you. Lunches are especially safe — see our hours guide.
The game-night rule: Boston Pizza doubles as a sports bar, so Leafs playoff nights, Grey Cup, and major UFC events can fill a location hours early. For game nights, book the earliest table you can.
Holiday & Special Occasion Reservations
Boston Pizza locations generally stay open on public holidays with regular or slightly adjusted hours — but hours vary by franchisee, so holiday reservations deserve an extra confirmation call. For Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and other peak occasions, book on OpenTable the moment the date is bookable and call the restaurant a few days before to reconfirm. (Watch this space: our holiday-hours guide goes deeper on seasonal schedules.)
What to Do If Your Reservation Isn’t Honoured
It happens at a small number of locations — the OpenTable confirmation exists but the floor says otherwise. Protect yourself:
- Bring the confirmation email (screenshot it too).
- Arrive on time or early — late arrivals are the first to lose tables on busy nights.
- Ask for a manager calmly if there’s a mismatch. Most are accommodating.
- Have a backup location in mind — Boston Pizza locations are dense in most cities, and our location guide can find the nearest alternative fast.
Reservations vs. MyBP: Do Regulars Get Priority?
Boston Pizza’s loyalty program, MyBP, doesn’t currently advertise reservation priority or guaranteed tables — its perks are points and offers. (Details in our MyBP loyalty guide.) If you’re a frequent guest at one location, the real priority system is the staff knowing your face — another reason to call the same place directly.
FAQ
Does Boston Pizza take reservations?
Many locations do, mainly through OpenTable. Policies vary by franchisee — check your specific location’s OpenTable page for live availability and call to confirm.
How far in advance should I book?
For regular weekend dinners, a few days ahead is plenty. For holidays, birthdays, and game nights, book as early as OpenTable allows and reconfirm by phone a couple of days out.
Can I book Boston Pizza for a large group of 20+?
OpenTable supports parties up to 20 at many locations. Beyond that, call the restaurant directly — most locations don’t offer formal private dining.
Does Boston Pizza accept walk-ins?
Yes, and at off-peak times walk-ins are seated quickly. Weekends, game nights, and holidays are the risky times to walk in.
Is there a fee to book on OpenTable?
No — OpenTable reservations are free for diners. The restaurant pays the platform.
Do I need to confirm my reservation?
It’s not required, but strongly recommended — especially at locations where reviews mention reservations not being honoured. One two-minute phone call removes almost all the risk.
Related: find your nearest restaurant via the Boston Pizza location guide, or check today’s hours before heading out.