29 Best Bars near Ancaster

“I was in last week for dinner with my wife. We were super impressed with Charlie. His attitude and overall professionalism were great to see. We will definitely be back thanks to him. Usually I only send these things on a bad experience but keep up the GREAT WORK Charlie“

“This past Sunday my husband, son and I went for breakfast for the first time and was impressed. The service, staff and food exceeded my expectations! Would definitely recommend and going back!“

“Staff is always outstanding! Been a regular since it opened. Unfortunately staff a leaving one by one. Men's washroom was like one you would see at a gas station. Not good! Noticed windows outside and front door were dirty. Not Milestones standard! New owner !!!“

“Berkeley North brings a creative, seasonal flair to downtown Hamilton, and while not every dish hit the mark, there’s enough promise here to warrant a return.

We opened with the Mushroom Dumplings — easily the highlight of the night. Rich, savory, and balanced with just the right kick from the chili oil, they’re a must-order (10/10). The Tuna Crudo followed with a refreshing citrus ponzu that brought the dish to life — light, clean, and enjoyable.

The Gnocchi, on the other hand, missed the mark for me. Despite the menu’s promise of roasted squash and pork, the dish lacked seasoning and came across bland (5/10). The Rainbow Trout helped bring things back with a well-cooked fillet, artful presentation, and a flavorful Aji Amarillo pepper sauce
simple, but satisfying.

We also added a side of fries, and they were surprisingly good crispy, well-seasoned, and perfect for sharing.

Service & Setting:
The atmosphere is vibrant yet relaxed, with a kitchen that clearly values local ingredients and visual presentation. Service was smooth and professional throughout.

Final Take:
Berkeley North has undeniable potential. While one dish didn’t quite land, others truly delivered and I’ll be back to explore more of the menu. If the rest is anything like the dumplings, there’s a lot worth coming back for.“

“Saturday night was my first visit to HD and I have to say I was impressed. As a person who has known Dave for many years he has hit a home run here. The clientele, vibe and the service were exceptional. I don't drink anymore and the staff quickly pivoted to non alcohol options and even had booze-less Tequila. Will be back very soon“

“My new best restaurant to eat. I've been here twice and on both occasions i was impressed. The Manager and the staffs are great on customer satisfaction, they were attentive and welcoming. The food was delicious. I left truly impressed and will definitely be coming back.“

“Burst through the door here on a Saturday night like someone owed me money. My old man and I were out tearing it up before he was going away for 2-3. We saddled up at the bar rail and let it fly. We pounded Black Russian after Black Russian until the heavy set woman beside us became unrecistable. Autopilot took over around 1am and I woke up on the floor of a Motel 6. 10/10 would recommend this bar if your father is going to jail.“

“awesome place for a pint and a bite. Great patio, fantastic staff!“

“Always a good atmosphere, Incredible mixture of patrons from lawyers to window washers. Hamilton's version of "Cheers"“

“Best food in the city!!! Great grilled cheese. especially and tony Williams was great promoter“

“The inoor plane is the real feature here. Good place to watch sports and have a bite. Seems like a different vibe than a few years ago. Maybe new owners? Music was too loud. Otherwise it's a chill place to people watch and have a beer.“

“big bar selection, tasty dawgs, cool staff, killer VHS collection, decent Lays chips service“

“Usually great burgers but tonight we ordered with Skip and the burgers were awful mushy tasteless we couldn't eat them they were so bad they were thrown in the compost“

“Keg is usually one of my favorites for the ambience and service. This time I felt my prime Rib could have been better than what I had from their branch in Montreal. Keg surely has the right energy for their staffs but I wish the steak was consistently yummy like my last time 🤨

Also We didnt find the menu for dessert. I missed trying their Creme Brulee again.“

“Great place and atmosphere“

“Great lengths taken by the owners helps to make The Venu Bar & Lounge a welcoming inviting atmosphere where delicious cocktails combined with ice cold brews fuels the taste buds towards gratuitous appetizers and shareable main dishes amongst a friendly open kick back and chill evening ....

Parking: There are no shortage of availability in regards to nearby parking options...“

“Great atmosphere and delicious food. Great experience“

“Best birthday dinner ever. Great food and drinks. Outstanding service from Alison. Ended up eating drinking and enjoying family for a few hours and never felt rushed. Definitely on the list for a return visit“

“Great fun place to hang out with friends and meet new friends. Super tasting food. Wonderful staff always smiling We love Kari ❤️❤️❤️ she is the lovely lady that has been stuck with us most. LOL.“

“≈⭐️4️⃣.4️⃣⭐️≈~Open everyday until 2am?~Rough around the edges; but very old school, lowkey, & inclusive?\?/⚧️\?~Has a pool table?~Music?~inc. a lot of Karaoke opportunitiesIF Ü like that?~Affordable, & good drinks?~Safe as Ü can expect☮️~?Nice bartenders~?≈“

“Friendly staff. Delicious food. We ordered the Buffalo Chicken. Will be back.“

““My cousin took me here for my 19th birthday, and I had an absolutely amazing time! The karaoke was such a blast, and the vibe was just right. The service was top-notch, and the food was delicious—definitely a place I’d recommend if you’re looking for a fun night out!”“

“This cozy restaurant has left the best impression. Came for a romantic date night after a friend recommended it. Great atmosphere, excellent service (Dan was amazing), delicious dishes and drinks, and wonderful dessert. I highly recommend and will be returning again.“

“I've worked hard my whole life to get to where I'm at and dont mind ppl asking if I take steroids but when I'm all natural and and waitress calls me steroid Steve I don't appreciate it what so ever. have some work ethics and don't talk trash about your customers. #Emily ... still have love for everyone else and love the owners . still a good place to go“

“Had an amazing dinner tonight for our Friday night date night! Excellent service. Our waitress was so friendly and attentive. Had the fajitas and the cactus dip. AMAZING! Quality of their food is 5*! Will definitely be back.“

“Was our breakfast stop on Monday morning and it was a great choice. Friendly atmosphere, good food, portions were bigger than we expected and it was a good surprise. Coffe is great. Wish they had more tables and space. Also better to ask them about the dish, as some descriptions doesn't say that it is spicy, which would be frustrating for someone who can not tolerate peppers. Overall great experience.“

“I feel so good to come there the music is great from English to Spanish the security guys are the best and make sure you feel safe at this club my advice is if you want to come to fight I’ll say stay out cause if you are inside the security will make sure you go out and not comeback ! It’s a bit pricy with the alcohool but you are enjoying every minute the drinks just having a good time you forget the price! I’ll give this club a 10 out if 10 best club ever !!!! Keep up the good job Mansion 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🥰“

“Rolled through here for the first time playing a show with my band. The pictures do not do it enough justice. Vibes were immaculate. Only one person working on a Friday night but the staff there was very nice and the tacos were delicious. Great selection of beer and other drinks with very fair prices. Venue space is unique and has great character as well. Definitely recommend for fans of good dive bars with character or just those looking to enjoy some live music. This is an awesome spot I can't wait to return to“

“We were created with a friendly smile and shown to our table promptly. The waitress was friendly and got our order right. The food arrived quickly and was delicious and hot. The only problem is there was an extra charge of a spinach dip. Luckily I did notice. The waitress did apologize and stated there was an error. Being that I had already paid by gift cards, she waived the remaining $21 balance. That was a lovely gesture.“