They kick out teenagers if they only order coffee.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Carrie Arnold
A friend and I had planned a night out with dinner and drinks at The Bean Bar and then a show next door at the Westdale. While the drinks were served quickly, our meal was forgotten. We waited over 45 mins for a wrap and a salad before going over to the server to ask about our meals. Clearly they had been forgotten due to her inability to answer why they weren’t ready. I remember the Bean Bar used to be hard to get a table at, now I know why it was practically empty when we walked in. So sad to see this happen to such a nostalgic spot. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 1
Liana C
We visited this restaurant before a show, expecting a smooth experience. Despite the restaurant not being busy, service was disappointing. Our drinks came quickly, but for 45 minutes, the waitress never checked on us. I eventually had to ask about our food, only to find out she had forgotten to place the order. She offered no apology or accountability.
Mistakes happen, but regular check-ins could prevent issues like this. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I wouldn’t recommend this place, especially if you’re on a schedule.
Lauren Martin
Best part of our experience was the lovely woman who served us. She was very sweet. Otherwise, the meals were very poor, to say the least. Truffle fries were truly just plain fries, both the chicken Caesar wrap and chicken bacon ranch wrap were bland with minimal filling and salads were similar. Prices were very steep for the quality of food provided. Would not return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Andrew Gates
No non alcohol beer like the last 2 visits. Beef burger had very little cheese, onion and lettuce. I couldn't squeeze the mustard from the container because the hole was dark and plugged so I removed the top. What came out was a different shade of yellow and lumpy so I dipped my finger in and tasted it. It had no mustard flavor. I didn't order another meal and it was removed from my bill. Our group observed that the waitress was a student and new at it but apologetic. The kitchen needs organizing. Even the vinegar bottle had no small hole dispenser. We won't be back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dave Skidmore
Haven’t been here in a long time, things have changed. Was amazed it wasn’t busy on a Saturday night. Went before a show next door. Ordered the roast lamb and my wife ordered the salmon. Pretty sure I got over seasoned duck and she got dry salmon, with no sauce and boxed mashed potatoes. Both salads had little to no dressing. We didn’t check reviews since we’d been here years before but wish we did. I’d avoid.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Samantha M
Lunch was fabulous. I had the cob salad and it was the perfect portion. Coffee was very nice and the service excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salad VG
Janet Glancy
Recent visit. A lot has changed. Not the lively atmosphere or dishes I remember.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
susan Moore
I was deeply disappointed with my visit here. New management has created an unpleasant food experience. I ordered a burger and fries. The platter put in front of me contained a greasy burger and dry fries both of which tasted like they came from a grocery store freezer. The server was pleasant and asked if I didn't like the burger as I left half. I told her it wasn't my taste. There was no apology or removal of item from the bill. I won't be returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Jeff Boulton
The food was fresh but my wrap was small and bland, and the salad was soggy. Given the price of the food, I expected better quality and greater quantity.
It's trying for a hip atmosphere and they were playing some smooth jazz tracks. The music wasn't too loud and provided for a good atmosphere for conversations.
Vegetarian options: There are some vegetarian options on the menu.
Parking: There are metered spots out front of the restaurant and plenty of metered street parking or free parking if you are willing to walk a few blocks.
Made us wait 40min and got our order wrong 3 times. Food was below average and service was absolutely terrible
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Victoria Bishop
ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE, i had to go to the bar to request a drink and only once it was delivered, did the waitress ask (40 min later) if we had ordered yet. As someone who has crohns, I have to order things very carefully, one restriction is pork, i CAN NOT eat that, so i decided to order duck, which anyone who has had duck, knows it is nothing like pork. They bring out my boyfriends meal long before mine which was a piece of steak that somehow managed to have a different temperature with each bite (how 1 piece of steak can be all temperatures is beyond me) and overcooked French fries that still tasted frozen, now that's a talent. These people finally bring out my "duck"..... it was not duck, it was ham with a side of... wait for it... BOXED MASH POTATOES. I have had boxed Mash once in my life and that taste is very distinct, the grainy grittyness definitely gave it away. The atmosphere was confusing, horrible elevator music, they couldn't decide on a theme for the place, there's 7 different themes going on with the walls/ceilings etc. The service here was abysmal and their food is NOT what is advertised. DO NOT EAT HERE
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Fuffer Nutter
Great lunch!
Our server was Matt and he was excellent! High energy and very friendly and helpful.
We had so much food and it was great!
We were celebrating a 19th birthday and it's one of his favourite places to eat in Hamilton so he wanted to celebrate there.
Great burgers, sandwiches, and nachos. So much cheese! Plus they gave the birthday boy a free piece of cake to celebrate!
Our new go to place when visiting our eldest at Mac!
Thanks Matt and The Bean for making it a great birthday lunch!
Katia Pavani
Although our server was sweet, there was a lot of miscommunication about the menu, what we could order or not; our order was wrong twice! We asked for dessert that never came. The chicken bacon ranch wrap was tasteless. Too expensive for flavorless food .
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Chicken Prosciutto Club and Caesar Salad
Andrea Boyko
It was not busy when we arrived but the service was slow. The waitress took our order and I ordered a side Caesar salad and she brought it before the meal came and then immediately had to move the salad as she brought the main course. The Caesar salad was a disappointment. I’ve been to this place since they opened and never had a salad that tasted like they forgot to put dressing on it. The waitress never came back to check on how our food was. She didn’t return until we were done eating to ask if we wanted something else. I was excited to bring my partner as he’s never been here and I’m sorry I bothered making it out to be great unique restaurant. I doubt I’ll return which is a shame.
They kick out teenagers if they only order coffee.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
A friend and I had planned a night out with dinner and drinks at The Bean Bar and then a show next door at the Westdale. While the drinks were served quickly, our meal was forgotten. We waited over 45 mins for a wrap and a salad before going over to the server to ask about our meals. Clearly they had been forgotten due to her inability to answer why they weren’t ready. I remember the Bean Bar used to be hard to get a table at, now I know why it was practically empty when we walked in. So sad to see this happen to such a nostalgic spot. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 1
We visited this restaurant before a show, expecting a smooth experience. Despite the restaurant not being busy, service was disappointing. Our drinks came quickly, but for 45 minutes, the waitress never checked on us. I eventually had to ask about our food, only to find out she had forgotten to place the order. She offered no apology or accountability.
Mistakes happen, but regular check-ins could prevent issues like this. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I wouldn’t recommend this place, especially if you’re on a schedule.
Best part of our experience was the lovely woman who served us. She was very sweet. Otherwise, the meals were very poor, to say the least. Truffle fries were truly just plain fries, both the chicken Caesar wrap and chicken bacon ranch wrap were bland with minimal filling and salads were similar. Prices were very steep for the quality of food provided. Would not return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
No non alcohol beer like the last 2 visits. Beef burger had very little cheese, onion and lettuce. I couldn't squeeze the mustard from the container because the hole was dark and plugged so I removed the top. What came out was a different shade of yellow and lumpy so I dipped my finger in and tasted it. It had no mustard flavor. I didn't order another meal and it was removed from my bill. Our group observed that the waitress was a student and new at it but apologetic. The kitchen needs organizing. Even the vinegar bottle had no small hole dispenser. We won't be back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Haven’t been here in a long time, things have changed. Was amazed it wasn’t busy on a Saturday night. Went before a show next door. Ordered the roast lamb and my wife ordered the salmon. Pretty sure I got over seasoned duck and she got dry salmon, with no sauce and boxed mashed potatoes. Both salads had little to no dressing. We didn’t check reviews since we’d been here years before but wish we did. I’d avoid.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Lunch was fabulous. I had the cob salad and it was the perfect portion. Coffee was very nice and the service excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salad VG
Recent visit. A lot has changed. Not the lively atmosphere or dishes I remember.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
I was deeply disappointed with my visit here. New management has created an unpleasant food experience. I ordered a burger and fries. The platter put in front of me contained a greasy burger and dry fries both of which tasted like they came from a grocery store freezer.
The server was pleasant and asked if I didn't like the burger as I left half. I told her it wasn't my taste. There was no apology or removal of item from the bill.
I won't be returning.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
The food was fresh but my wrap was small and bland, and the salad was soggy. Given the price of the food, I expected better quality and greater quantity.
It's trying for a hip atmosphere and they were playing some smooth jazz tracks. The music wasn't too loud and provided for a good atmosphere for conversations.
Vegetarian options: There are some vegetarian options on the menu.
Parking: There are metered spots out front of the restaurant and plenty of metered street parking or free parking if you are willing to walk a few blocks.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Restaurantji Recommends
Made us wait 40min and got our order wrong 3 times. Food was below average and service was absolutely terrible
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE, i had to go to the bar to request a drink and only once it was delivered, did the waitress ask (40 min later) if we had ordered yet.
As someone who has crohns, I have to order things very carefully, one restriction is pork, i CAN NOT eat that, so i decided to order duck, which anyone who has had duck, knows it is nothing like pork. They bring out my boyfriends meal long before mine which was a piece of steak that somehow managed to have a different temperature with each bite (how 1 piece of steak can be all temperatures is beyond me) and overcooked French fries that still tasted frozen, now that's a talent.
These people finally bring out my "duck"..... it was not duck, it was ham with a side of... wait for it... BOXED MASH POTATOES. I have had boxed Mash once in my life and that taste is very distinct, the grainy grittyness definitely gave it away.
The atmosphere was confusing, horrible elevator music, they couldn't decide on a theme for the place, there's 7 different themes going on with the walls/ceilings etc. The service here was abysmal and their food is NOT what is advertised. DO NOT EAT HERE
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great lunch!
Our server was Matt and he was excellent! High energy and very friendly and helpful.
We had so much food and it was great!
We were celebrating a 19th birthday and it's one of his favourite places to eat in Hamilton so he wanted to celebrate there.
Great burgers, sandwiches, and nachos. So much cheese! Plus they gave the birthday boy a free piece of cake to celebrate!
Our new go to place when visiting our eldest at Mac!
Thanks Matt and The Bean for making it a great birthday lunch!
Although our server was sweet, there was a lot of miscommunication about the menu, what we could order or not; our order was wrong twice! We asked for dessert that never came. The chicken bacon ranch wrap was tasteless. Too expensive for flavorless food .
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Chicken Prosciutto Club and Caesar Salad
It was not busy when we arrived but the service was slow. The waitress took our order and I ordered a side Caesar salad and she brought it before the meal came and then immediately had to move the salad as she brought the main course. The Caesar salad was a disappointment. I’ve been to this place since they opened and never had a salad that tasted like they forgot to put dressing on it. The waitress never came back to check on how our food was. She didn’t return until we were done eating to ask if we wanted something else. I was excited to bring my partner as he’s never been here and I’m sorry I bothered making it out to be great unique restaurant. I doubt I’ll return which is a shame.
Parking: Lots of meter and street parking
Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs
Wheelchair accessibility: It’s accessible
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Classic Nachos, Regular Fries
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