If you're looking for an authentic steakhouse in the Hamilton area, look no further than…read moreConversate! Although it is at a premium price, it is absolutely worth it for special occasions and for the steakhouse enthusiasts. Our steaks were cooked perfectly (we had one medium well & one medium rare), and it was exciting to see a beef Wellington on the menu! Sides are also very generous in portion. We also had no issues with accommodating a guest's dietary restrictions. Beyond the food, the restaurant itself is nestled in one of the best streets for dining in Hamilton. From the floor to ceiling glass windows, to the ample lounge-like seating, to the fairy lights hung outside, it feels like being nestled in a cozy alcove in the middle of the city.

Had the chance to experience Conversate this past weekend. The food, atmosphere and service were…read moreexceptional. The space is large, but maintains an intimate feel once you are seated, and gives you room to have a quiet, private conversation. The food is truly second to none. The quality and cook of the steaks are unparalleled, and the wagyu is truly outstanding. The service was attentive and personable, maintaining both an air of professionalism, while making you feel like a regular even on your first visit. Highly recommend.

This is a review for their coffee shop which was open later in the day. Holy cow that was a…read morespectacular cup of coffee with an incredibly tasty meat pie. Asked the chef who made the and he did, right there in the shop. Just an absolute vibe in there, made me want to go back for dinner. Thank you !

As the New York Italians say: "When it's right, it's right," and this place gets it right. Born…read moreAnd Raised is such a fantastic spot. The only regret I have with this place is the fact that my wife and I waited two years before we came back. We were were worried that after two years the first time we were there was so awesome, with all the things that could change we wondered if it would still be good. Well, it was. We recently celebrated our wedding anniversary and we were so happy to be at Born And Raised again. The menu doesn't miss a beat. We started out with a couple of appetizers, steak tartare, and burrata done in a seasonal style with butternut squash. I thought it an odd combination but it was so amazingly good. Then our mains, I had the rigatoni with meatballs, and as a special feature item my wife had tagliatelle with braised short rib. I am always critical of Italian food given that my grandmother, mother, stepmother, wife, and mother-in-law are masters at it, but let me tell you their rigatoni with meatballs is the real deal. The sauce is amazing, pasta cooked perfectly, and meatballs were so delicious with every bite. The server was even cool about getting me some extra bread to clean up that sauce with which was an extra treat. I was able to beg for a couple of fork fulls from my wife for the tagliatelle with braised short rib, and it was so delicious. Oh yeah, and one other thing, in both cases the portions were fantastic. None of this two forkfuls thing for presentation, it tastes good, you're there to eat and eat well, and they deliver. They vibe in the place is very cool noise levels are fair, and they were playing some cool old school music when we went. All of the staff were friendly, and attentive always checking in. Can I recommend that for dessert you order their pecan pie. It's so amazingly delicious, as is the scoop of vanilla ice cream they dolloped on there. Yeah, I may have had to have put in some extra time at the gym the next day, but that kind of eating gave me high I rarely get in restaurants, and I wish the same for all of you that take this recommendation to heart. Well done to the staff of Born And Raised, and I promise it will NOT be another two years before we are back again.

I'm convinced it's the best steak house in Ontario period the best service beautiful restaurant…read moregreat ppl family run great drinks great food not even the steak but the steak are by far greatest outside of Vegas love eating there

Service was great. Lovely wait staff. Medium steak was cooked blue rare with cold centre and by the…read moretime it came back the meal was complete and we asked them to wrap it up. Same filet just recooked to well done. Missed the mark twice.

Food was very good, service was fantastic. Very nice place in cool location. Great menu selectionread more

service was great. washrooms are run down upstairs. good vibe. I had the brisket which was moist…read moreand tasty but it wasn't smoked like advertised.

We were for a somewhat more unique dining experience in Hamilton, and we stumbled upon Wild Orchid…read more The decor inside felt a bit dated, and the restaurant didn't immediately catch my eye. However, service was friendly and our food tasted great (and visually approved by a Portuguese friend)! Without having a comparison point, it's hard for me to say whether this was "authentic" or not, but we enjoyed our food. Pricing was a little high for the paella, but it's not often that I get to try Portuguese food, so I was fine with it.

Good spot for Portuguese seafood in the Hamilton area. Large restaurant with lots of tables and a…read morefull-serve bar at the back. Portion sizes are quite large and hearty. Salada Portuguesa - Comes in small or large size. Pretty nice salad with mixed greens, cucumber & tomato slices, red onion, and drizzled with olive oil vinaigrette. You can opt to add goat cheese. Mixed Seafood in Pimento-based Sauce & Garlic Bread ("special" appetizer of the day) - Large portion for an appetizer... comes in a large bowl with 2 different types of mussels, clams, scallops, tiger shrimps, and 4 large toasted garlic bread. You can ask the sauce to be non-spicy. Pao (Baked Bread) Stuffed with Cod - Best dish in the restaurant. It's quite large and best to be shared. The Pao is freshly baked, crispy on the outside and soft, tender, and very aromatic in the inside (cod mixed with garlic and other spices). It's so good that it can be a filling meal on its own when paired with salad. Bacalhau Da Casa - Cod loin is quite salty, but comes in a nice big chunk with bones. The grilled vegetables are over-cooked and very mushy. The roasted potatoes are ok. Grilled Pickerel - Portion size of all the fish and seafood dishes is quite big. This one comes in 2 large & long pieces of grilled pickerel, topped with a delicious tomato-based sauce. The seasoned rice with peas is very yummy! It also comes with grilled vegetables (zucchini, red pepper, eggplant). Arroz De Marisco - The large size comes with a good amount of shellfish and rice. It's more saucy and has more liquid / broth compared to the more mainstream Spanish paella. It's best to let the liquid / broth evaporate first (it keeps warm really well), to give time for the rice to soak in the sauce. This dish is quite flavourful and I like the mix and amount of shellfish (king crab legs, lobster, mussels, clams, black tiger shrimps, bay scallops, etc.). Dessert: Portuguese Tart topped with cinnamon & ice cream - The Portuguese tart comes out warm, with crunchy crust and soft topping. It's one of the best Portuguese tarts I've had. The cinnamon sprinkles just take it to the next level.

We had a wonderful experience at Secco! We were eight people so made reservations beforehand,…read moreespecially because the restaurant has limited seating. My friend and I ordered the Secco platter which included brussels sprouts, truffle fries, wagu tacos, and shrimp. We asked them to sub the chicken for pork belly bao, and they did so free of charge. Not only was the food was delicious, the platter was also enough for two people and was reasonably priced. Inside was cozy, with a large bar in the middle. Would definitely recommend!

The customer service was excellent. It was cute inside but much smaller than expected. I had the…read moreube French toast which was delicious but the presentation wasn't as nice as my friend who had the same order. The drinks were delicious. I would definitely come back for cocktails.

Initial table Service was slow. Drinks took a minute. Smash burger was cooked beyond recognition …read more Disappointing. Second poorest margarita I've had this week. Afraid I can't recommend beyond dropping in for a beverage.

Ambience and Food is awesome. Staff are very friendly and patio is excellent on a hot summer day!…read moreAlways look forward to going!!!