31 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!“

“It was a really great restaurant, the atmosphere was awesome and super cool, and the staff were very chill our server was Paige, she was very welcoming and helpful with the menu.
We ordered the sandwich Trio and Portobello mushroom chicken. Food was delicious and well cooked“

“What a lovely place to celebrate (early) Valentine’s Day! The menu was fun and everything was served fresh with great care and thought. The owner continuously checked up on us which made us feel super welcomed! The Nashville Hot Chicken was a bit too crispy for my liking, but that was quickly set right by a complementary basque cheesecake with burnt caramel (which may be the best we’ve ever had). The atmosphere is so thoughtfully decorated and beautiful and everything is spotless. The service was also great, of course. The cocktails were another highlight; we thoroughly enjoyed the passion fruit martini and winter colada. I would give 6 stars if I could!“

“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“

“We had excellent service tonight. Juliana was so nice and such a people person. Sure went out i ok f her way to make us feel taken care of. Service was exceptional.“

“Excellent place to meet with friends or meet new friends. Sports on large screen tvs, foosball table, pool table and ATM. Terrific food, best bifana on a bun in the city. The shrimp 🍤 is amazing.
Perfect place for large parties or groups of any size.
Tell them Mike sent you 😉“

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

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

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

“The Brain on Saint James Street is a charming neighbourhood bar with a little bit of funk and a little bit of rustic. It’s compact, but thoughtfully laid out, with more seating than you’d expect. There is something special about the atmosphere and you feel it immediately. You can tell real care went into shaping the space; it feels intentional, comfortable and memorable without trying too hard.

What really sets The Brain apart is the attention to details you don’t usually find in a bar. Alongside coffee, they offer a genuinely considered tea selection that goes well beyond the usual green, black and herbal options. Rooibos teas, often overlooked even in cafés, makes an appearance here and the Zesty Ginger tea is especially good. Prices for tea and coffee are refreshingly on the lower side, especially for the quality.

There’s paid street parking nearby, a washroom downstairs, and both dine-in and to-go options. The bar stays open late (until 2 a.m. even on weekdays, despite Google suggesting otherwise), making it a great spot whether you’re settling in or just passing through.“

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

“Great place. Very good food. Fun for kids too!“

“fast friendly service. Great for singing and dancing“

“Customer service is great! Food is great as well.“

“≈⭐️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~?≈“

“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“

“My friend and I drove to B-Side Social from Niagara after winning a dozen free oysters and it did not disappoint! The oysters were so good we ordered an additional dozen along with the caprese salad and it was phenomenal! All of the staff was amazing. The owner (I think) or at least the GM came and chatted with us a few times, she had great energy! Our server Autumn was super cute and did a bang up job! Will def recommend and return!“

““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!”“

“We were just there to celebrate a friends 65th Birthday...Alison bar Mgr and the restaurant Mgr made sure our evening was special..Too our two waiters Mike and Adam you guys were amazing.....I can not thank you all enough for caring about our special occasion and making it even more special. Thank You All doing much . Until our next visit.“

“Great place and atmosphere“

“A lovely little spot, my sister in law is obsessed with the pancakes, the coffee is great, the breakfast is delicious. There is just never anywhere to sit- ever. So don't go hungry, write your name down, and stroll downtown until they call you for a free table.“

“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.“

“Always a great time here. Between the friendly bar staff, the fun but on point security and door staff, and the amazing array of karaoke, drag shows, court events, and dancing nights, I can always find something to do at The Well Hamilton“

“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“

“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“

“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.“

“Best club best staff!!! Front door staff is the best.. will definitely be going back!!“

“The pastas are really good and the sweet potato fries as well. The caramel apple mocktail was good but they didn’t have apples when I ordered it so that was sad. The bruschetta was yummy but the flatbread(?) part was weirdly stale. Also the water glasses are usually kind of dirty so we try to ask for straws. Good seating though and the staff are always nice. Sad that they’re not open on weekends!“

“I come here on Wednesdays in the summer for the sangria special, it is boozey, refreshing, fruity and light on a hot summers day.
The patio space at Gown and Gavel is spacious and wide, seating many people viewing on to Hess street. The service is great as usually seated immediately or shortly after arriving. At times the patio can be full, sometimes you’ll have to start inside then keep an eye out for table to clear up then ask to move outside. The staff is always happy to assist with this request.
I haven’t eaten much food here beyond some appetizers, the food is alright, not great and not terrible - standard bar type food.“