50 Best Bars near Waterdown

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

“Sherlock Holmes movie set? Did I just walk into a Sherlock Holmes scene on Ottawa st? What a wonderful setup. Totally relaxed from the moment you walk through the front doors. And that’s saying something walking off Ottawa St. I used to live in the neighbourhood. Might be a good thing that I don’t anymore. As this place is a gem. For those who know, they kinda keep it quiet. It’s small but perfect. And talk about calming. Easy to get into one of the comfortable chairs and sink right into this place. Karen a friend of mine had put up a few pictures about the place. I commented on the post. And wrote that it looked wonderful and I should give it a try. Karen said that if I did she would meet me there. Well let me tell you it will not be the last time for sure. Ashley and Alex behind the bar were amazing. Perfectly suited and great folks. Now, I was looking at the fantastic drinks that kept coming out. And the next time I go I would like to try a few of the concoctions. I didn’t see that they had flights (smaller versions). But I am very sure they could make something up. I most definitely will return. And look forward to spending a few hours in that calming atmosphere. One thing that was very prevalent to me. All of the patrons had their phones either upside down or put away. The direct communication by all in the place. Why that was great to see. See you all soon! Thank you so much Karen. What a wonderful evening. Ashley and Alex, looking forward to seeing you again.“

“Crooksy’s is a true gem. Everything you could want from a neighbourhood pub. Great food, incredible prices (especially if you stick to weekly specials), fun and quality staff. Crooksy’s is the kind of place you can walk into by yourself and walk out with 3 new friends. If you haven’t tried the wings, you should!!“

“my friend & i visited last night - we thoroughly enjoyed our experience!
Leanne provided excellent service despite working solo in a full-house on a very busy monday evening.
at first she politely expressed reluctance to seat us & honest concern we may experience lengthy wait time but, she so very graciously allowed us to seat ourselves on the patio where my friend & i more than happily entertained ourselves in conversation.
our experience was well worth the wait.
dinner was delicious! i had the trout & prosecco and my friend had chicken & paloma cocktail. both dishes were beautifully plated and perfect in flavour - i highly recommend the trout w capers to other future diners.
Leanne was lovely and we enjoyed chatting with her at the end of our meal.
kudos to you, Leanne! we look forward to returning again :)
Thank-you, from Barbie & Lorraine“

“The best! Atmosphere, staff, menu, clientele… everything is always wonderful.“

“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“

“Went here for the first time on Sat for jam night. The 3 guys jamming were fantastic!!! The food was delicious and priced great. The owner is a friendly outgoing man and goes over the top to welcome his customers. My boyfriend and I will definitely return to see the guys jam and enjoy the food again.“

“Service was great, prices were great and food was fantastic. Good times 😜“

“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 😉“

“Great restaurant, Lindsey T is a rockstar server, food is always fresh, served hot and tastes delicious! Highly recommend!“

“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“

“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.“

“Please don’t go because we love it.“

“Great place , highly recommended“

“great food, great drinks!!“

“Friendly nice fun good food“

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

“I love this bar! Grown and Sexy vibes� Lots to do for a mature evening out with friends�����“

“Great bands for a great time.“

“Absolutely incredible experience every single time I visit Coolars Bar! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and full of great energy. It’s the kind of place where you can truly relax, have a great time, and feel like a regular even if it’s your first visit 🍻✨
Angie is an absolute doll 💖 — always smiling, attentive, and genuinely caring about every customer. She goes above and beyond to make sure everyone is taken care of and having a great time. You can tell she loves what she does, and it shows in every interaction 😊👏
Ivana is just as amazing — professional, friendly, and always on point with service 🍹🔥 Drinks are perfect every time, ice cold and refreshing ❄️🍺, and she keeps the vibe upbeat and fun all night long. She really knows how to keep things running smoothly while making everyone feel special 🙌
And I can’t forget the other gorgeous young lady working there 💃 — she deserves just as much recognition! Super friendly, attentive, and adds so much to the great energy of the place. The whole team works so well together, and it really makes a huge difference 🌟
And let’s talk about the food 🤤🔥 — the wings are absolutely unreal! Crispy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection every single time 🍗👌 Easily some of the best wings around, and paired with those ice-cold drinks, you can’t go wrong!
The service here is top-tier, the staff is incredible, and the atmosphere is unbeatable 🎶🍸 Whether you're stopping in for a quick drink or staying for the night, you’re guaranteed to have an amazing time 😎
Hands down one of the best bars around — highly recommend to anyone looking for great vibes, amazing people, delicious food, and an unforgettable night out 🥳🍾 5 stars all the way! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“I don't usually leave reviews but I just wanted to comment on the amazing service I always receive when coming into Kelsey's. I am made to feel welcome and service is fast and accommodating. Cailen and Emily always make delicious drinks as well as provide fantastic recommendations! I look forward to coming back and hopefully being served by them again!“

“A good ol' public house with the food you would expect from one. Lots of typical British style cooked to perfection and a good selection of alcohols. Lovely atmosphere both indoors and on the patio, and friendly staff. Would love to give this place 5 stars, but our tables fries were overcooked and hard to get through, but genuinely enjoyed everything else. Got the featured club sandwich (grilled chicken, portebello mushrooms, roasted red peppers, melted brie, lettuce and tomato) and it was incredible. Will definitely be returning next time we're in the city“

“Excellent quality food and fabulous service. Thanks to Zechariah for taking such good care of us! Everything was outstanding“

“It's a neighborhood bar I've always had good times at, Friday nights are live music, shoutouts to Kendra she's a killer bartender. Everyone else sucks. It's a good place to go have a drink and just forget about your problems. Recommend“

“This bar is located inside Tim Horton's field and I'm pretty sure only open during events. The service is a little slow but probably because it's during games and very busy there. You can get liquor here which is nice bc some of the bar areas in Tim Horton's field only serve beer.“

“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...“

“fast friendly service. Great for singing and dancing“

“≈⭐️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 place - wings are awesome and the free pool on sundays is sweet!!“

“Great atmosphere and delicious food. Great experience“

“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.“

“Best service ever ... and best place to eat 👍🏻😊“

“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!”“

“Stopped by today, as it is really nice out and decided to try the food. We took it to go, and I have to say, the food is fantastic and worth the wait! Emily deserves a special mention too - she is awesome, and you can bet we'll be back!“

“Food and beer selection is incredible, atmosphere is amazing and the staff are so friendly and accommodating!“

“Great place and atmosphere“

“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 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“

“Cute little café with a nice concept. I loved the QR code ordering system—it gave me time to look through the menu and decide what I wanted without feeling rushed.

We sat on the patio, but I wouldn’t recommend it. It’s right on the street, and the tables and chairs were small and not very comfortable.

We ordered the S’mores Latte, the Ice Ice Baby cold brew, and two breakfast sandwiches (the Gatsby and the Malibu), which came to about $50. The Malibu was definitely the standout and was absolutely delicious. The drinks and the Gatsby were fine, but nothing particularly memorable.

Overall, it was a pleasant visit, but for the price, I was expecting a bit more. The Malibu was worth trying, but everything else felt a little underwhelming.“

“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.“

“Great food and staff. Hillary served us and she was wonderful.“

“We attended our friendly casual wedding here on the second floor. The atmosphere was lovely. The food was amazing. But the seating was aligned so tightly that it was difficult to maneuver. I'm sure they had last minute additions. Overall, great food, friendly staff and a nice quaint atmosphere.“

“Came here last year to see Judgement , i was visibly pregnant and the peers here was very kind and offered me a seat , i was treated well here and nobody moshed near me lol. Great experience and thanks again for everyones kindness when i was super pregnant lol“

“Jersey’s is a Burlington staple. Amazing wings, incredible fresh cut fries, huge sandwiches, massive loaded nachos. Best portions in the city especially considering the price. The pool hall is awesome and it’s the best venue for live music in Burlington 🔥“

“We had Lena as our waitress and she was simply PHENOMENAL. Cannot overstate how great the experience was because of her. We watched her juggle many, many tables with ease, and yet we never felt forgotten or abandoned.

Lena deserves a raise!!“

“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.“

“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!“