I have been here twice now and the monkey bread was the star of the show on my first visit and the…read morereason I came back. Unfortunately it was not available on my second visit so I ordered the cinnamon bun muffin and the cranberry orange donut and both were incredible. The muffin reminded me so much of the monkey bread and everything about it was perfect. The donut was outstanding and that cranberry orange flavor completely blew my mind. I truly hope it becomes a regular item. I also decided to try a slice of pizza since everyone always raves about it. To be honest I went in a little skeptical because when something is overly hyped it usually disappoints me. I was very wrong. I ordered the roni supreme with whipped ricotta hot honey and pepperoni and it absolutely knocked my taste buds down. The dough was light thin and crispy and the combination of hot honey with the whipped ricotta was mind blowing. It felt like opening Pandora's box and now I am wondering how I am ever going to get my summer body back. The service was fantastic and genuinely kind and even though it was busy they kept the line moving at a great pace. I have not yet sat inside because it tends to get crowded and I like my space but the interior is cute. If you can find a quieter time to enjoy your food I would definitely recommend staying.

I ordered the Roni Supreme pizza to go. The pizza was the perfect thickness. The mix of the sweet…read moretomato sauce and spicy pepperoni and hot honey with ricotta was absolute heaven. The staff were patient and kind. The restaurant itself is a bit small but has some seating in case you wish to dine in house. The doughnuts are quite popular, served in the morning and frequently sell out mid day so I will have to return to try the donuts. I would absolutely return for the pizza.

This place is great! I love going to the mancala monk with my husband, on any night but Friday date…read morenight is the best. Good idea to have a date night special for food and games: by the time Friday comes around we're usually too lazy to cook because we're exhausted! What better place to unwind, playing board games on the huge tables is most convenient but the smaller tables are more cosy. Nice selection of games too and good advice about what games to play and HOW to play them! I like it that they added some local games / locally designed games, nice touch. Oh yeah and try the floats too.

Great place, with better food and drink options that most! Very helpful staff and very fair…read morepricing!

Was in Hamilton for the week and was lucky enough to be be staying a block away from this place…read more Wound up making it my home base and I'm glad I did. Every pasty was delicious the drip coffee was of quality and I finally caved and got a sandwich the last day. The wake and egg, I was eyeing it up all week. Absolutely fantastic. Great friendly service and a cool inside, seems like it's a hub of Hamilton.

Excellent place! Great coffee; food & great place to relax do some art while seating & should enjoy…read morethe ambiance

A place to check out and try for sure, i'd say is worth the hype! They use Hewitts Dairy for their…read moreice cream and offer loads of flavours. Staff is always wonderful and fairly quick. There's also parking on site which is a plus! My go-to is usually the Unicorn Half & Half (half milkshake, half ice cream), which is topped with cotton candy, nerds, rainbow sour strips. The ice cream used is bubble gum! If you're not interested in their options listed, you can always creat your own! For the piece, you do get a large serving as well. Their paninis are also delicious! I love their Doritos Chicken Panini ($6.99). It is one of my favourites and is something I'd recommend trying.

Panini & Ice cream has been a great addition to Hamilton's dessert scene & I thought I'd update my…read morereview as warmer times are on their way. AMBIANCE: (4/5) The restaurant has expanded since I've been there last. There is much more seating in the back and they added a picture wall that you can use to take IG-worthy photos with your dessert. The lighting is soft but bright which also makes it a great place to hang out The front of the store is getting a little haggard. FOOD: (3/5) The sizes of the icecream scoops here are crazy. I absolutely love how much they give you - matching the price point in terms of quantity. 1. Oreo Icecream Sundae: This sundae was gi-normous and looked soo good - with whip cream, chocolate drizzle, and oreo cookies lining the cup. However, it was a little unsatisfactory. The 'oreo' icecream they used had basically no oreo in the mix. The icecream itself was bland (???). 2. Pralines & Cream: I LOVE pralines & cream. The kiddy scoop I got was so worth it. The icecream was creamy and thick. Exactly like the ones at Purdy's (my absolute favorite) but at a better price. SERVICE: (3/5) The service wasn't SPECTACULAR but was not lacking. The counter stretches around to the convenience store as well, so they service both. The icecream came out 8'ish minutes after we ordered (only 2 people in front of us) - which may be an issue in the summer time as it gets busier. OVERALL: (3.5/5) This is a store you come back at least once a year just because their pics look so good on Instagram & if you don't want to trek uptown to Biggies Icecream.

From food to service and cleanliness this place gets a 10/10. One of the most flavourful waffles we…read morehave ever had. Yogurt bowl was delicious and generous with toppings. My cappuccino was perfect!

The Cannon on Ottawa Street is a fantastic spot--great location with an excellent selection of…read morecoffee and pastries. Cozy, welcoming, and always a pleasure to stop in.

Top notch bev. I have not found a good cup until today. Really tasty flat white. Prices on drinks…read moregreat; beans are very pricey. Top find in Hamilton.

Durand coffee feels like one of those spots that only locals would know about. It's nestled in a…read morequieter side-residential neighbourhood as you travel up the mountain in Hamilton. In fact, I almost missed it when I first came by! There's a good amount of seating inside if you want to sit down and work or chat, and the space gives off a somewhat urban-rustic, cozy vibe with the exposure brick and pipes. I opted for a flat white and enjoyed it! Though I haven't had the chance to try their baked goods yet, I've been assured by friends that they are delicious.

This is such a cute and cozy little cafe. The staff were very friendly and made the visit…read morewelcoming. Even though this is primarily a coffee bar, I am firmly in my matcha era right now, so that's what I went for. It was pretty decent, and I really liked that they use ceremonial grade matcha. I added vanilla syrup to mine for a little extra flavor which was a nice touch. I don't want to rate the place unfairly since I didn't actually try their coffee this time around, but based on the vibe, I would definitely go back to try a latte next time.

Knowledgeable baristas that love to connect over coffee! Great selection of beans to buy as well…read more Highly recommend

I love this place so much...For quality, inventiveness, and consistency, this is one of the best…read morerestaurants/cafes in Hamilton. Plus the atmosphere is perfect and all staff are lovely.

Yummy sandwich, pasgreat coffee, friendly staff, nice seating inside and out. Will be back next…read moretime I'm in town.

Great coffee, great service . We will come back again . Fresh ground beans made for a perfect cuppa…read moreArabian.

The food was cold and expensive. Tasted processed too. Staff was cold and short with me. Weird…read morelayout. Won't be going back. Don't waste your time or money here........

I've been to the AGH 3 times in the last month. My husband and I were lucky to attend Industry…read moreTheatre's Garden Projects preview and I am Still an Artist series event - complete with a bar and masked dance party! The event was wonderfully executed featuring music, dance, theatre centered on community voices. I would love to come to a regular event like this to meet other artists and art appreciators, preview new art from local artists, drink, dance and have a great time - absolutely amazing!! My second two visits were to mainly see the Maud Lewis exhibit- which I'm so glad I did before the shut-down. I loved taking my time through the enormous collection of works. The colors, shapes, textures, application and style I am crazy for. I appreciated seeing like pieces together - it really helped me see how unique and purposeful each composition was. The documentary film and plaques throughout helped tell the story. Other pieces throughout the museum also caught my eye. The Tom Thomson exhibit and various contemporary pieces were very cool to take in. You can use the app Artivive to activate certain pieces through interactive A.I. designs, video and audio enhancements. The gift shop is also amazing! I got so many fun holiday gifts for friends, family, and a few books for myself too. I can't wait to see what's up next.

I recently visited the Art Gallery of Hamilton and was really impressed by the variety and quality…read moreof the exhibitions. It's located right in the heart of downtown, making it super accessible, and the space itself is beautiful very clean, quiet, and well-organized. I specifically enjoyed "The Great Lakes" exhibit; it was a really thoughtful exploration of the landscape using different media like video and sculpture. The gallery also has a fantastic permanent collection of Canadian art (including some Group of Seven pieces) and the Kim Adams "Bruegel-Bosch Bus" is a must-see you can spend ages just looking at all the tiny details in that installation. The staff was helpful and the AGH Shop on the way out has some really unique jewelry and home goods that you don't see everywhere else. Whether you're a local or just visiting the city, it's a great way to spend a few hours. If you're coming on a weekend, check the parking meters nearby as some are free on Saturdays, or use the underground city parking right on King Street West. Thursday's admission is free and the gallery is open late :).