27 Best Bars in Hamilton

“I went here last night for some drinks with my husband. The place has a cool vibe, but the drinks are something else. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner and one of the bartenders yesterday. This man has an absolute PASSION for what he does. His drinks are not just drinks... they are art. He hand polishes every glass to makesure not even a water mark is on the glass. When he makes his drinks he makes them with PRIDE. The drinks are hand crafted to perfection and are absolutely PHENOMENAL. I will be reccomending this place to absolutely everyone if they care about their drinks. If you want a true and properly done alcoholic beverage this is where you need to go. Never have I had drinks like these before. They are high end and stunning. I will be here every week. So happy I stumbled upon this place. It truly made me appreciate how much work is put into mixology.“

“Wow!!! What an experience. Lana our server was outstanding. She’s a natural! We took her suggestions and they were all amazing. The food was fantastic, portion sizes were amazing the the atmosphere is warm and inviting. We will definitely be back. Great job!“

“I am a wedding photographer. Recently, I was invited to shoot a wedding at the Aberdeen Apartment. I can’t say enough great things about the wonderful people who were taking care of all the guests’s needs. The young man and a lady (sorry- bad with names) were super nice and very attentive. Their patience with all of us mingling and moving around, while taking group photos was greatly appreciated - all, while they were trying to transform the hall from the ceremony set up to a dining area. As a working vendor we are often brushed off or ignored. An offer of a glass of water and a kind attitude made a huge impression on me. Also, many thanks to a friendly bartender who was so helpful and accommodating while taking photos by the bar! Those two glasses of champaign were a perfect finishing touch to my photos. You guys rock! Thanks to All!“

“Whole in the wall. Not to be confused with hole in the wall. Great place. Great music. Limited food but lots of spirit and heart. We saw champagne james Robertson. Wow, made my day. Great place. Not to be missed. Pick your poison. My Manhattan not to be confused with Manhattan. This is better.“

“The food is excellent. We got the beef sandwich, nachos and deep fried pickeles. The service was amazing, the sever checked in frequently and it was obvious as soon as the food was cooked it was served right away because it came out super hot. The place is clean and has a great atmosphere.“

“This bar has such a chill atmosphere where you can play pool or sing some karaoke. The staff and owners are lovely and very friendly. It's a very warm place to be, even the regulars are kind and inviting. Highly recommend dropping in for a drink or some food. :)“

“Food was fabulous...we had steak potatoes and veggies and the chicken dinner with mashed and veggies. Tasted amazing on both entrees. Had the keg salad and baked cheese shrimp.Was a fabulous nite and our server was attentive even though every table at the bar area and lounge were full.Parking: There is alot of parker but you usually have to find a spot and or a spot at the back if at dinner time as they share lot with another restaurant.“

“Kid friendly. They always welcome us warmly. The brunch food is fantastic! Bright and spacious yet still has a cozy feel. The avocado toast and the chicken & waffles (especially the waffles) are personal favourites. Though I have good things to say about the benny as well.“

“Great food, great people, and great atmosphere. I have been going here with my family for years and it's always been so classy and welcoming. One time I went with my partner and he accidentally had some almond syrup from my drink (he's allergic to most nuts but we don't know which for certain) and once we made the waitress aware of it she was so helpful. She immediately checked the ingredients in our drinks and not only notified us of the almonds, but regularly checked in to make sure he was alright. Thankfully, he didn't have a reaction but it warms my heart to see a business that truly cares about their employees and customers. I will always be coming back here, truly a staple restaurant in this town ?❤️Dietary restrictions: Nut allergy“

“I picked this place because of the high ratings and was not disappointed???It proves the rule that you can’t judge a book by its cover??It may not look like much at first glance but after a few minutes inside you will understand why those high ratings are so deserved?The decor is eclectic and tells stories of the owners and the history of the barThe staff and regulars are super cool and approachable. All kinds of neat locals show up too.The dill pickle chips are superb and if you are lucky enough to encounter John, he’ll do origami with the package ?Be adventurous and try something new…like a Maple Old Fashioned with torched rosemary ?Highly recommended ❗️“

“Went here for the first time on April 11th 2024 . Parking was a challenge . The inside was narrow but long . We had 1lb of wings each and an order of fries . I wish the ginger ale wasn't so watery. The wings were really good .In total it cost 36.50 for 2 of us plus tip . I will gladly come back .“

“Unfortunately never got to sit in and eat any of their food despite repeat attempts. It seems to be the only place in Hamilton that does not understand the basic concept of holding tables/reservations/taking a name down to ring them back.I was told that if I need a table either I wait 20 mins right there, or go away for 10 mins and come back and then go away again if there’s no table. But nobody could guarantee me that since I came first could come back in 20 for said table and probably do something productive in the meantime. Get with the times folks.Yes this is a 5 star review because I can’t rate the food without eating it and I’m not an a$$h0le.“

“that was the first time I'd ever been there, we were there for my son's bachelor party. when I heard that it was a place were you had to cook your own food, I was a little skeptical but when we all ordered our meats and vegetables and started barbecuing it and all you can eat for 30 dollars it was actually quite enjoyable, thank you for the great service and hospitality“

“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.“

“Very nice. Lady server very nice and kind. I ordered some food and the cook came out to sing kareoke while band on break. He was really good. However,I was hungry and diabetic. He should of waited till he prepared my meal. I will be back. The entertainment lineup very good. Uh Opened up front door which makes it uncomfortable cool in winter. Liked the place better with front door blocked. Less disturbance for entertainers and more tables can be placed or a larger dance floor again.see you Saturday night for my special birthday and if course Peace On You.“

“Love this crew and Amy!! I stop in all the time and she’s so helpful and the service is great. This is Shannon btw who came in and hugged you during art crawl! I still want Chico to teach me how they do the salami!! The owner is also nothing but giving and such a great guy and a sweet honest person. Always a good time here!“

“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.“

“FANTASTIC NIGHT! Every year I throw a big party for New Years, and this year I decided to try it out at bad and boujee with a party of 90 and did not regret it. First off the staff is insanely nice. Ken was amazing while being super nice and very easy to communicate with! The bartenders were absolutely unbelievable, but the spotlight goes to the amazing Dj that did not stop entertaining the crowd for 6 hours, and also to the bouncers that were super chill and VERY good at their job. As far as the atmosphere goes, it’s definitely top tier! They let us control the lasers and the volume of the music, and I was also surprised that we comfortably fit around 110 people. Definitely best party I have thrown and I highly recommend you throwing your next event at bad and boujee!“

“Really good atmosphereEspecially if you dig jaded millennial chicBooming 80’s dance hits with an emphasis on the low end, for a tap and can bar without live performances it gets a 10/10 from me for my experiences, I usually finish up work and grab a pint of the purple seltzer they have on tap and wait for a ride from my parent after they are done work and its nice, gets a little crowded but for an a late night 3rd place it comes in handy to keep warm in the winter months, and it brings in an interesting crowd, very Toronto for better and worse, (I deleted my 1 star and gave you a 5;-))) )Wheelchair accessibility: Fairly tight squeeze wheelchair accessibility 3/10 you might be able to get in but I think there’s a step to the bathroom and the bar sticks out to about 4to 5 feet to the other wall so let’s hope the staff can help with making sure you can get by“

“This concert venue is like being in someone's living room. It has a couple of corner benches (one on each side) that come in handy for those that want to sit.Lighting in this venue can be lacking, so it's great if bands can bring some.Mosh pit area is kinda small, but still works as long as the pit people respect the musicians' space, and stays friendly to the rest of the crowd. Flailing elbows and feet are not welcome, as it can make things dangerous. A young girl got injured due to this, on Saturday this weekend. I am thankful a musician told the flailing fellows, that it was not welcome, and they left. No threats of injuries at shows, is always better.I know the downstairs bar also serves tacos, I hear they are a really tasty.“

“Having recently moved to Hamilton I was looking for a local. Wandered into this gem a very friendly group of regulars who made me feel welcome right away. Barb tge owner is friendly and makes some killer soups! Excellent food and an all round great experience every time i visit.“

“We held a celebration of life for my dad at sam"S 03/27/22. The whole experience was amazing and welcoming. The establishment was clean and very courteous too my family and friends. They went above and beyond to help us in any way. Definitely will be back to enjoy their food and music and overall atmosphere.“

“It's a really friendly bar great people and good food excellent karaoke every Thursday night.I think anyone who wants a close and personal experience with others should come and get there own chair and call it Cheers just like the Tv show“

“I live right next door to these people they are incredible people Sammy his wife and daughters are very very nice always and the food is incredible and at a great great price the beers are cheap also so if you want to have a great meal and a good time come to Sammy's Bar and I'm right next door so I eat in I take out I do everything there their food is deliciousParking: Must be at least room for 25 to 30 cars lots of parking all over the place free alsoWheelchair accessibility: It is on one level so it's very wheelchair accessible“

“≈⭐️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~?≈“

“I had a great experience tonight at a meet up event. My friend and I shared a large 14" pizza which has 8 slices. It was pretty tasty but a little on the toasty side. We also shared Brussels sprouts, which were delicious. I had a perfect cocktail for a reasonable price. The upstairs has arcade games. We all had a great time. Service was great. Vibes were excellent. I would consider hosting an event there as well. P.S. They have a vegan menu and a regular menu. There's something for everyone.“

“I've never had a problem in this place. Had a lot of good memories. It might not offer food and it might not be packed like other places but it's definitely a cool place to hang out and relax. If you're not looking for trouble and just wanna have a place to hang out play billiards and drink a beer in peace than this is the place to be. Met a few cool people here as well and many one night stands hahaha.“