Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Hamilton

Offering a brunch, dinner, and late-night menu, The Ship is a go-to eatery at any hour. The restaurant lives up to its advertisement of having great food and a good craft-beer selection though it also offers a fun cocktail list, tons of spirits, and a couple wines on tap. Go for a gourmet burger and sour beer or pink lemonade cocktail and south-of-the-border salad. If there between 9:30 and 1:30 AM, try the late meals, shareables, or snacks selections, which have included a french onion burger, crab poutine, and duck wings respectively.

Brux House offers an elegant dining experience replete with local cuisine and craft beer. Taste the delicious dishes listed on the lunch and dinner menus, such as the baby gem salad, pastrami smoked salmon, Belgian-style fries, and pork schnitzel. The dessert menu consists of mouth-watering sweets like lemon meringue pie and pot de creme. As much a drinker's haven as a gourmand's hangout, Brux House encourages patrons to try out the excellent craft beer selection or peruse the wine list. There is also a prix fixe lunch menu at a great price, which can be enjoyed on the patio for an al fresco experience.

Have an elegant dining experience at Mattson and Co. Located in the city's happening west end, this restaurant offers brunch, lunch, and dinner menus, as well as live music from a fantastic lineup of jazz musicians. The menu borrows from several global cuisines, particularly featuring plenty of your Italian favorites. Many of the dishes can also be made vegan or gluten-free, as indicated on the menu. Try to swing by for brunch on Saturday or Sunday or on the evenings boasting jazz accompaniments. If you're extra excited about dining at Mattson and Co., make a reservation in advance to guarantee a table when you want it most.

NàRoma is a haven for diners craving pizza in Hamilton. There are traditional pizzas on offer, like the Hawaino and Napolitana, as well as more exotic combinations like the Selvaggio, which comes with wild mushroom mix, prosciutto, goat cheese, and truffle oil. You'll also find accompaniments like starters and salads. Pair your meal with a glass of wine or creative cocktail then enjoy desserts like Nutella pizza, Sicilian cannoli, and tiramisu. NàRoma also caters to social and private events for to help make your special occasion even more special.

With its brick walls, wooden furniture, and crystal chandeliers, Radius Restaurant ensures a lovely dining experience. Several menus are available, showcasing brunch, lunch, dinner, and late night fare. The cuisine and service are both memorable though the food is the real star of the show at Radius. In the past, options have included lobster poutine, triple cooked wings, goat cheese spring rolls, beef short ribs, lamb korma falafel sandwiches, and smoked surf burgers. The dessert and wine offerings are as delicious, adding the finishes touches to the Radius experience.

Tickle your taste buds with quintessential North American grub at this time-honored restaurant and pub. On the menu at The George Hamilton are dishes like pulled-pork sandwiches, crispy polenta fries, and hand-cut chicken fingers. Continental and other international inspirations add flair to the menu in the form of such choices and shepherd's pie, bangers and mash, stir-fried vegetables, and crab rolls with Thai chilli sauce. There's also a thoughtfully designed kid's menu with easy options like junior burgers, pepperoni pizza, and healthy sides. After your meal, stick around the bar for a taste of the local pub culture.