Awesome iced coffee! The bartender was super friendly and made great recommendations!! Can't wait…read moreto go back!

Pretty please, get Frayed Covers back! So enjoyed them. Love the venue, so happy we have this…read moreoption in Hamilton now. Just wish they had more live music. The vibe supports 70's and 80's.

I should start by saying this is the same amazing building but with a new and EXTREMELY TALENTED…read morenew owner! So those of you who haven't stopped by in a long while maybe this is the change y'all were waiting for! I know that Mrs Mona Lisa still has her booth here as well and am praying my information is accurate ... my opinions and experiences however are first hand and full of love! Amy has worked so hard to make this happen for the community here, and even if she won't say it I will proudly tell you she is a huge advocate for helping her fellow humans be it feeding those who are displaced or collecting school supplies for local kids... but back to the bar!!! the atmosphere is so laidback and yet has a sophisticated vibe so you can't argue the ambiance is here! I can't wait to see what happens next with this one of a kind gem in the heart of downtown Hamilton. I heard she's even renting the top floor out for exclusive events so stay tuned and stop in, Karaoke and have a great time with friends!

Seems like this bar is for locals and regulars only. Also, drinks appear to be half a shot for a…read moreshort glass.

What a fun start to a quick overnight getaway! We started our day with brunch at Billy Yanks and it…read morewas a great start. First, the drinks. So good and so strong. We tried the Bloody Mary and the Expresso Martini. We liked them so much we went back later for some drinks to go! For brunch we split the avocado toast and I am still thinking about how good it was. Fresh sourdough topped with avocado, arugula, a scrambled egg and a surprising (but delicious) addition of blackberry.

Me and boo was walking around downtown Hamilton and decided to stop here to get a bite. We were not…read moredisappointed either . We ordered Brussels sprouts covered with hot honey and chickpeas as an appetizer and they were cooked right, crunchy, the hot honey flavor really popped and overall a plate licker . I ordered the birria dip, which was beef birria inside French bread, and consonme dip. I swear I only ate a quarter of it . The meat was seasoned super well and the consonme was even better. I loved everything about it. My boo ordered a burger. I can't quite remember which one but I know he said it was pretty good. We did order drinks as well I ordered a margarita ofc and he ordered a lemonade cooler if I'm not mistaken. Our server was pretty nice and patient. We sat outside because it was a good day, and the patio area was a pretty decent size. 10/10 definitely recommend

Megumi is by FAR my fav restaurant in Hamilton! Their sushi, ramen, chicken katsu, hibachi and crab…read moreRangoons are PHENOMENAL!! I can't describe how much I love this place. 10/10!!

The crab Rangoon are the best, sushi was great, the service excellent , I really recommend go to…read morethis place.

Super busy when we went without many seats. However, we found a table within a few minutes and our…read morefood came out quickly after. I love the interior and all of the games. Can't wait to see it in the summer months!

Stopped into third eye brewing when I was in town. Sat at the bar and loved the colorful bar top,…read morethe brightly painted wall, super pretty. The bartender was very friendly and helpful with suggestions. There were so many I wanted to try I did a flight. My favs- and it's hard to pick because I really did all all the ones in my flight- were the Jelly brain- a milkshake ipa, and third eye Kandy- a milkshake sour. Dang they were both so good! And my veggie nachos were a) huge and b) insanely good. And I should know- nachos are one of my favorite foods. The veggies on top were delicious, especially the grilled veggies with zucchini. TVs at the bar for watching sports if that's your thing, and they seem to have a lot of events. I got a crowler to go because I couldn't not. Just wish it we closer to my home, but I'll have to make roadtrips here in the future.

Take yourself out on your own darn date. Why not?…read more You deserve it. And when you do..... Order the Pink Starburst for 10 buckeroos. A steal. It's pretty and pink and glows. Second choice was an expressotini. The crab rangoons for 6 bucks are a steal. Who can't resist crispy fried filled puffs filled with cream cheese ? Not this girl. Then I took Anthony's suggestion and went with a coconut spaghetti. If you're wondering what that is...... It's flippin fabulous. It's mandarin egg noodles tossed with shrimp, vegetables, in a savory brown sauce. Sold. The curiosity alone was enough to order it. Now on to the ambience. 9.5 outta 10. The music is in the background and not too loud to not hear the conversations your eavesdropping on in the next booth. And any place you go and hear Fleetwood Mac is a plus. The bar has a cool vibe and you don't have to break the bank. And!!! best part yet, there are books all around the place to read if you get bored or have a boring date. And Lori is such a darn hard worker with a smile a great hair. And thankfully, they do Apple Pay.

Excellent, excellent, excellent. We came for an early dinner and got a spot out front (25c for 30…read moreminutes, free after 5 PM). We sat in a very comfortable 2-person booth. Our waitress was Sheridan and she provided absolutely superb service. Major shout-out. They didn't have the beer my husband ordered so she took the initiative to return to the table with two samples of similar beer for him to try. She answered all our questions and made appropriate recommendations. We were checked on often enough, a soda refill appeared without my asking, and she neatly boxed up our leftovers. She was pleasant and kind and one of the best servers ever. Very classy decor here; subtle touches of the orient; wood, leather, and...books! And a very elegant bar. Motown music was playing, and festive but not excessive Christmas decorations were up. And yes, a fortune cat was there to greet us. Food arrived quickly. We had the Thai Dumplings app which was just enough for two to whet the appetite. It was tangy and peanutty and the cool cucumber slices a perfect contrast. My husband had the Green Mango Grouper and loved it. I had a taste and it was fantastic, fresh white fish and delectable toppings, spice level 2 was just right. I tasted it and agreed it was excellent and right then we made plans to return. I had Siam Curry with chicken. Full of flavor and wonderful vegetables especially the snow peas. Spice level 3 is described as Thai Spicy and they are not kidding. They do not wimp out on the spice here so use caution. (For example at Thai Thara in Richmond Indiana I go with 5 of 5 and I still need to add some spice.) Sheridan brought extra chili oil if needed. I would recommend erring on the side of lower spice with the option to add. We took home an order of Singapore Noodles to share for supper tomorrow along with our leftovers. I snuck a taste before putting it away and it's delicious! Looking forward to another visit soon and I think I'll try one of their cocktails. Highly recommended!

A little local gem hidden off the main thoroughfare. We saw the good reviews and decided to give it…read morea try. The building itself is an interesting shape and stone- so it is easy to spot. There is a small parking lot plus street parking available. One interesting thing is the numerous old photos of Hamilton hanging on the walls. There is even one of the building back in the day! We ordered an Anna's pretzel with beer cheese and horse cheese as an appetizer. It was one of the best soft pretzels I've eaten! Large, warm and the 2 dipping sauces made a great accompaniment. We ordered a Reuben and fish and chips also. They were yummy as well. The bar tender/waitress was very attentive and pleasant. The prices are very moderate. I noticed they even offered lunch specials. I definitely plan on visiting again.

Yes, it's a beautiful, sturdy building that you just know is reeking of historical significance…read more Parking is as easy as everyone is saying -- there always seems to be room on the street. The waitress seemed helpful enough, though, as there's weren't many customers this early in the evening, she was too busy watching the Winter Olympics to give me more than the cursory attention needed to bring my food out and take my payment. But the food definitely made up for that. This is made-from-scratch creativity at its finest. I got the Reuben's Stones, expecting a fried fritter, but got a delicate, made-like-my-mamma-would pastry instead. It was soft and doughy inside, and jam-packed with corned beef. The fish in the fish and chips was huge, hot, and right out of the fryer. And the fries had to be made from scratch, because I've never seen that particular shape come out of a freezer bag: they looked cut naturally from the round, and were also hot and tasty. And the warm butter cake was as amazing as everyone said. Actually it's this small squat cake that looks like a muffin -- until you cut into it and realize it's soaked in syrup inside & absolutely delicious. The only disappointment were the green beans --- they were overcooked and mushy -- though maybe that's how English green beans are authentically cooked. Overall, though, my visit was a real adventure filled with authentic and delicious surprises. I will definitely be back to try more.

My wife, myself and another couple decided to go out Friday evening. They had never been to The…read moreLucky Well before but my wife and I had. Probably didn't do a review the first time as it was a family gathering and I was preoccupied. This visit, we opted to sit outside, in front. It was pleasant enough temperature wise, but it's very close to the main street and when some vehicle with loud engine or muffler came by, well, didn't help with conversations. Ok, waitress came out and friendly greeting, took our drink order. Came back in a short while and took our order, then was right back with our beverages. She was very good about checking in on us every so often. Gotta say, they have one of the best Espresso martinis I've had. And a wide variety of bourbon, too. On to dinner. I ordered a Burger that came with lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese, pickle and their special sauce. The burger itself was good, honestly, I've had better but that was at a place specializing in burgers. It came with their "chips" which are thin cross-cut fries that were actually quite good. Also ordered a 1/2 ceasar salad, it was a typical Caesar salad. My wife ordered the Shepard pie, she really liked it and it was large enough for her to eat only half and bring the other half home. The other gentleman in our group ordered the fish sandwich with side salad . It was a pretty big piece of fish and he said it was good. So, as I mentioned earlier, my wife and I had been there before and we will probably go again, this time I'll get the shepherds pie and try the hot honey carrots that sound good!

Loved it. Much more of a restaurant than a pub. Very spacious, classy Irish themed wall decor…read more Nice big bar. Service was very good, questions answered and recommendations made. Unique and interesting cocktail list, I had the "Well Water" which was fresh light and tasty but potent. My husband had the red blend wine and liked it a lot. Food was fabulously delicious, nicely presented, and very generous portions. One of the best Shepherds Pies ever, and those corned beef egg rolls were loaded with fillings. They could be a meal in themselves. An unexpected salad accompanied the Shepherds Pie, dressed with a creamy Malt Vinegar dressing- wow! Never had anything quite like it. One thing I found odd was the absence of salt and pepper and any condiments at all. I probably could have used a bit of HP Sauce or similar on the bangers, but everything was so good and there was so much we just fell to and really didn't miss it. Our waitress did not miss a beat in having our leftovers neatly wrapped up for us. This is located at the dead end of Monument Avenue right by the Log Cabin and Soldiers Monument so you can enjoy some history. Plenty of parking including disabled spots but you do have to walk around the corner for the entrance. Needless to say, we will be back! Highly recommended.

The BLT and fries I had was great. My husband loved his brat. And the bartender Thursday night…read moreactually has a passion for what he does and gives real insight on the food and drinks. You don't find that kind of knowledge and service at many other bars or restaurants very often anymore. Thank you for the great food and service. We'll be back.

Decently sized bar with nice staff. We sat at a high top table near the door. It wasn't super busy…read moredue to it being a Sunday. The lager wasn't anything special but I liked the atmosphere. Definitely not a bad place to hang. Didn't try the food so I'll need to next time!

I hang out here while my daughter is between games or practicing at Spooky Nook. I love the space…read moreand the environment. It is an escape from the crowded, noisy environment that one finds at the sports facility across the street, and I am grateful that Hydraulic Bar is here to provide an oasis. The space is great; a view of the river, nicely decorated bar and dining room, and within the re-purposed Champion Paper Mill. Service is good; I usually hang at the bar and have always been well taken care of. Bar is good; a lot of draft beer selections and decent cocktails. Prices are reasonable; especially weeknights when they have half-price appetizers during happy hour. So why three starts? The food is hit or miss, and sometimes enough of a miss for it to be an issue. I've eaten quite a few items off the menu. The GIANT pretzel is a hit for sharing. (is indeed Colossal). The appetizer tacos are good. The pizzas are quite small and mostly crust (not enough cheese and toppings). The jalapenos on the stuffed jalapenos were undercooked and super-crispy like an uncooked jalapeno. The nachos were bad; a tray of chips with cheese whiz and a scoop of sour cream plopped in the middle. They have some sandwiches and salads also I haven't tried. I like the space, I like the bar, I am grateful to have this place to hangout, but the FOOD needs work. Would recommend as a place to hang out, but this is NOT a place for a meal.

Very clean and interesting place and the staff was very friendly. All I had was a beer and my…read morefriends had different drinks. And a giant pretzel. Honestly I will need to come back to place a better review. You will have to park a little ways and walk to the location. It deserves spending more time and trying one of the meals.