50 Best Coffee Shops in Hamilton

“Hands down my fav spot in the GTHA.
Delicious coffee inspired drinks that will change your perception of quality drinks. It's so good that I delayed leaving this review for 2 years. I've tried everything they have to get offer and it all is amazing. They have a drink on their menu that will blow your mind. You just got to be patient and appreciate the love and discipline they pour into their craft.“

“As a former barista and bulk coffee distributor the most impressive aspect of this fine establishment were the varieties of whole bean available from roasters around the globe. In addition, the beans in their espresso machine are changed on a semi-weekly basis. Each visit you may be treated to a completely different origin or roaster.

The cafe has a small selection of pastries to compliment their beverage offerings. Prepared off site but baked in house allows for fresh and delicious taste experience. I had a ham and cheese croissant with everything bagel seasoning and it was flaky and yummy.

I will return to try the rest of their pastries as well as the treat of being surprised with a bean from a roaster from some part of the world I might have never visited.

There is street parking, accepted card payment, curated selection of whole beans for purchase, cute stickers, and friendly service.

The bar staff knows what they are doing, I trust their skill and knowledge. It would be easy to fall into a rabbit hole of coffee conversation with the staff.“

“Another cute cafe! There is a bit of seating, although maybe a little cramped.
Nice options for treats to choose from, but I think my highlight was the service provided by the barista! I ordered a hot matcha latte and I saw her take her time in whisking the matcha while crafting the drink. It tasted wonderful and had no clumps at all.“

“Great selection of photography books. Kindest barista ❤️“

“The best place for breakfast in Ontario bar none. Service is a treat“

“Smalls is my favourite place to grab a coffee, latte or a London Fog!!! I love grabbing a drink there and walking down James Street to do some shopping! The baristas are very friendly and knowledgeable!!! They know their coffee!!! Mmm 😋 10 out of 10 hidden gem! ✨ 💎 ☕️“

“Lovely spot. Great atmosphere, lovely coffee & tea, & incredibly diverse & well-made pastries. Big shoutout to Juan & Candice for taking such good care of my friend and I, despite having to deal with a brunch rush. They also have some lovely hip-hop records in the playlist here; I heard Slum Village when I walked in, and Common when I walked out. Definitely gonna be a regular here.

I can't remember the exact names, but I can absolutely recommend the goat cheese & caramelized onion (?) pastry (best dish on the menu in my opinion), the raspberry danish, and the chocolate & vanilla custard chocolatine.“

“Their delivery service is amazing! A great selection of products, fair prices and fantastic quality.“

“Great place to meet up with friends! Always the best service!“

“Great little place, and so cute that the doggies can come and socialize too!

The front of the restaurant is full of tables and couches in a dog-friendly area. All food and prep areas are in a separate section where animals are not allowed.

Very clean and the food is excellent! They make a great London Fog, and their blueberry Breakfast Cookie is amazing!“

“Ok! So. I can’t describe even how AMAZING this matcha spot is. I just visited it eith my boyfriend after driving 20 mins to come. It’s real authentic matcha. The flavour is OUT OF THIS WORLD GOOD. I got a matcha latte, and the pistachio matcha ice cream. Both delicious but the ICE CREAM is something everyone who decides to go should try. I’ve never tasted a treat aa good as this dessert. The girl was also very kind and helpful. 100/10. Well worth the drive and will be back regularly!!!“

“Convenient express location with fast and courteous service. Tammy, Yvonne, and Tina always greet their patrons with a smile and often on a first name basis, showcasing their attention to detail and client retention. Highly recommend this location.“

“A quaint neighborhood cafe with live music occasionally and open-mic on Tuesday evenings. The side patio is lovely with shady spots during the summer heat and plenty of parking. 10 outta 10 recommend 🙂“

“Amazing“

“Great place to pick apples. Apples are amazingly delicious. Trees were plentiful. We definitely will be back again.“

“I had a cappuccino and the gluten free bacon waffle. The waffle was delicious, the bacon was real and think, not grocery store bought. It was great service, great coffee, would be great to have coconut milk as a nondairy alternative.“

“I’ve been going to MySweeTooth for almost a year now. They have a variety of drinks and pastries. I have to say not everything on the menu is my taste, but I’ve still always enjoyed my experience there. The owners are so nice! And I always feel like a valued customer when I am there. Some of my favourites are there Mango Slushy with Coconut Cream Jelly or Ice Cream and their Hot Dog milk buns. Just this week I finally had the chance to try their fresh Strawberry and Mango mochi, WOW! I think the thickness of the mochi really complements the cream inside well. Even if you only have the chance to go their once, it’s defiantly worth it.“

“pretzels!! and just coffee. simple. lovely“

“You have to try it out!!!“

“First time here. Staff were super helpful, place was cute and food was delicious. Highly recommend you to stop in. Lots on the menu, you won't be disappointed. Can't wait to come back 😊“

“We visited your café yesterday and everything was absolutely delicious. Our kids especially loved the sweet sandwich—it was their favorite! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was friendly and attentive. Most importantly, the food was truly amazing. We highly recommend the steak, coffee, and the chocolate cookie. We really enjoyed our time and will definitely come back again soon.thank you❤️😍“

“the employees are top notch 💜🤙🏽“

“Love this location!! Staff are amazing!!!“

“This Starbucks location is in my opinion the very best Starbucks in Hamilton. It has a good vibe! The staff are so personable. My decafs are always made perfectly ? Thank you for bringing me joy!!“

“I have been going here for 3-4 years
Very nice girls and they know there coffee
The prices are fair and most cases cheaper then anywhere including online .
My favourite are popcorn butter 🧈, bacon and maple 🍁, Canadian maple ,butter pecan ,.
And 100 points is $10 off
Again great prices great knowledgeable staff ..“

“always a delectable expeirence“

“Tim Hortons has always been my go-to spot for a warm, comforting break and their steeped tea never disappoints. It’s rich, smooth, and brewed just right, making it one of the best you can grab on the go.

Their coffee is always satisfying and perfect for starting the day. The donuts are fresh, soft, and full of flavor definitely one of my favorite things on the menu. I also love their flatbread options, hash browns, especially the garlic and herb savory one, which is super tasty and a great quick bite.

Overall, it’s a great place for a quick, affordable meal or coffee break, and I keep coming back for those flavors.“

“Our fav is their Half and Half. Tried a few flavours and all seem to be perfect. What we don’t like is the absurd self-made rule of stop serving milk shakes 15 mins before closing. Turned around two times now for being 2 mins late and the excuse that they just washed the blenders. They should honour the customer rather than giving these excuses. When your closing time is 10pm then you should be serving everything on the menu until that time or change your closing time to 9:45pm and ask your people to start washing blenders after that. Good food is one thing but having such an attitude towards customer destroys everything. The owner or whoever is making these rules should take notice“

“I always go-to this location and I always seems to get Amber she is the best with her customer service her quickness her smile greeting me and all the rest just great over all such a friendly lady thx again for your kindness much appreciated“

“Best Timmies , so clean and staff are great“

“Aroma offers a wide range of drinks and food menu. One of my friends go to coffee shops. I personally love their Aroma chocolate drinks and their pastries especially Alfajor. Although the prices are quite costly. They also have healthy food items like salads and veggie sandwiches.

The servers are very accommodating and always smiling. They give out mini chocolates when you order a coffee. The place is quite small and is located in The Path.“

“😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀👍“

“It was busy but I always enjoy chatting with the staff, it is a wonderful place to go

Parking: There is plenty of it at this location.

Kid-friendliness: No seating in here so no drama, I like that. My kid doesn't like going to the other one to many people hanging around the doors it frightens him.“

“I love this store! ♥️
It has an amazing selection of gift items perfect for all occasions. The vibe is positive and there is no pressure to buy when browsing. Staff is so helpful and friendly. JNGS would get 10 stars if I had my way... 😆“

“Best Starbucks out there. Amina, Hector and the rest of the staff are incredible. Always happy, professional, courteous! You would be hard pressed to find a better staff than here.
All other Starbucks that I have been should take notes from this staff...this is how to do things!

All the best!!“

“Food was amazing, my mom and I travelled from out of town just to try here and we will be back again asap!

The food was so fresh and it was half hour before closing we had stopped in last minute and the staff was super kind and the environment was clean and cute! They were busy until the doors closed! See you again soon!“

“Staff here is always awesome .. fast and convenient . My order is always right . I can always depend on them to start my day off right �“

“Good variety of coffee. Friendly service.“

“Last week my friend and I took a walk to the Hamilton Airport and discovered this lovely new addition. We were greeted by the friendly owner who despite our lack of sufficient funds provided us with two steaming cups of fresh decaf coffee.We also tried a date square which was served hot and was delicious,lots of natural sugar in the dates and not overly sweet like some of the date squares I’ve had at other places. The coffee was tasty and brewed just for us,what a treat...I highly recommend that those who visit the airport drop in and have a taste...support local business!“

“I’ve been visiting this Tim Hortons every weekend for coffee and food, and I have to say the customer service from Ramneek and Jashan has been consistently excellent.
Both of them are always welcoming, friendly, and professional. They remember regular customers, greet everyone with a smile, and make sure every order is prepared just right. Ramneek is always quick and efficient at the counter, while Jashan goes the extra mile to make sure everything is clean and comfortable for dine-in guests. Their teamwork and positive attitude truly make this location stand out.
It’s because of great service like this that I keep coming back every weekend. Shoutout to Ramneek and Jashan for making every visit such a pleasant experience!“

“Store #1104 - NICOLE is always very pleasant first thing in the morning. She is aware of her incoming regular customers and usually is ahead of making sure there is enough coffee/tea brewed that you don’t have to wait. She will go out of her way to check if items are available in the back. She’s always a pleasure to come across daily.“

“My two year old is lactose intolerance I dropped in and Chocolate on James had some vegan selections. did he ever love it!!! all the chocolate is so 😋 😋“

“Best tasting bubble tea in Hamilton, chalkboard wall is a nice feature and is unique to D’s Cafe.“

“Morning girls really great !“

“Morning Coffee ☕️ & Dream Donut 🍩😋 No complaints.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I had an amazing experience at this Tim Hortons! The staff here truly go above and beyond to make every visit enjoyable. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with friendly smiles and a welcoming attitude that really stood out.

The customer service is exceptional—orders are taken quickly and accurately, and the team is always patient, polite, and happy to help with any requests. You can tell they genuinely care about their customers and take pride in their work.

Even during busy times, the staff stays organized and keeps things running smoothly without ever making you feel rushed. It’s rare to see such consistent kindness and professionalism.

Highly recommend this location if you’re looking for great service and a positive experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“I absolutely NEED to leave a GLOWING review about this starbucks location. Every time I think I have experienced the best possible level of customer service I am shown how they always manage to go above and beyond. Yesterday I came in and stayed until close working on a 28 page assignment recieving nothing but smiles and great service as I continously ordered items to keep me going. Today, I come in and the place is completely packed, every single seat is taken. I mention this while im ordering and tell the lovely staff it is totally okay I can go sit somewhere else. They take time to scope out a free table and find a chair in the back so I have enough space to set up my laptop and now start my next large assignment. I am beyond grateful for this gesture as it has completely turned my day around. Instead of having to go searching for a good place to study I am able to stay in this comfortable and familiar space because of their above and beyond service. I hope all of the workers today get the praise they deserve for going beyond a basic smile with service and constantly being genuine, helpful and kind.“

“The food is amazing and the desserts are fabulous“

“It's good but the parking I not allowed for more than two hours, even for customers“