This location has become a lunchtime staple for us work from home types. Our new go-to order for 2 people is a whole Cubano sandwich and 2 soups, sides of carrots. Depending on the flavors and how hungry we are we get regular vs large. The soups are amazing as well as the grilled melty sandwiches and salads. Service is always excellent. There's a few tables to dine in as well with a cooler in the front with drinks. I appreciate the reasonable prices - I feel like it's hearty, flavorful and fresh good value food. read more

The Burnt Tongue - Large fries with curry ketchup & a single burger deluxe. - Burgers Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

Fantastic! The French Onion Grilled Cheese melted in my mouth and Dill Pickle Loaded fries were fresh, delicious and packed with pickles, onions and chives! read more

Very tasty food i have been living in Hamilton since 2001but never had this kind of food in my life

With multiple locations to choose from, Burnt Tongue knows how to serve soup all year round. I love the perfectly-sized menu for lunch, brunch, or dinner dining. There are options that surely will please any soup lover, especially during winter. While I was surprised to see few dairy-free options, I totally understand - non-dairy soups are definitely less fun. I ordered the cream of mushroom soup with the french onion sandwich, and boy were they delicious. The sandwich was grilled to the perfect temperature, texture, and melt, and the soup has chunks of mushroom - bless! I loved the trays that the team brought the food out on - I wish you could buy them from you! I will definitely return when I need a nice bowl of comfort. Thank you! read more

The Burnt Tongue - a grilled sandwich and a bowl of soup - Burgers Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

A small restaurant but big on service and great food! We walked in tonight for the first time and they were very helpful, even proving me with a mask that I forgot at home. We went with the double burger, small fries, large tomato tortellini soup, the full sized grilled cheese sandwich, and two sodas. It came to about $32 which is a bit high, but the quality was outstanding. The large soup was very hearty with quite a few tortellini and tasted so good. The grilled cheese was delicious with the right amount of toasting. The double burger patties were thin but charred nicely with good flavor. The small fries were amazing, like coming from a chip truck, and they gave you lots. As we walked out, we ordered a carrot cake ice cream sandwich. It was "okay". I found the cream cheese ice cream far too sweet and the cake top and bottom too soft and generic tasting. read more

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Stopped in on a stormy afternoon to grab a light lunch to go. My hubby got the French onion grilled cheese and I picked half grilled cheese with a cup of clam chowder and side of carrots. The grilled cheese was tasty, a solid classic. The clam chowder was yummy but I did wish it had a touch more salt to bring out the flavours just a bit more. Would stop by again if in the area to try more items! read more

The Burnt Tongue - Clam chowder - so good! - Burgers Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

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Went here for lunch after strolling in the Royal Botanical Garden last weekend. This place was overpriced and underwhelming. The patty was way too salty and for a comparable price you would at least get fries at a chain like south st or hero. In fact you'd get better toppings and better flavours there. Their sandwiches were mostly bread and the meats, condiments, and toppings were severely lacking. The soup was too salty as well and didn't have much flavour other than sodium. I guess it lived up to the name. My palate was "burnt" by their flavours indeed read more

Hearing they are a famous chain, I tried their lunch at this place. It was a pretty bad experience. Marketing as higher end burger place similar to South Street or hero burgers, they offer A&W quality at triple the price. A burger charged more than $10 was the same size as A&W's junior burger size. As a super small eater, I'm not full spending $20+. The burger was also overcooked, which highlighted their name "burnt tongue". I wouldn't recommend this chain restaurant to anyone. read more

Food was yummy .. great service and nice ambiance. I'd eat here again in the near future.

Yum! If you're craving some hot and freshly made soup, you've found the right place! It's so tasty, full of flavour and served super hot! Also, the bun that comes with the soup was also so delicious hahaha! Will be back to try more menu items!! read more

The Burnt Tongue - Burgers Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

This is a small high end fast food style restaurant. The food was super good. We liked the burger, salad, soup and the loaded fries. They were all very well prepared. read more

Soup was tasty enough, but overpriced and the grilled cheese we ordered wasn't good at all. To be honest, we've made soups as good at home. Service was okay, although our orders were mixed up even after writing them down. Ambiance...there wasn't really any. All in all, it was okay, but a little over blown. We won't be back (Locke St. location) read more

Best soups on the planet. A locally owned group of exceptional restaurants with a menu that changes daily.

This is the second location of the local Hamiltonian chain and is one of the best places ever for good hearty soups. I love how the menu changes often so you almost dont get the same thing. I've had many types of soups here from the thick and creamy types to more liquid types. All very good. What they also really do good at is the grilled sandwiches and fries where the portions are just right (fries are large enough to be shared with others). This Locke Street location is bigger than the Cannon St one so if you are in the downtown area then consider this location. read more

The Burnt Tongue - Burgers Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

If you've not been to The Burnt Tongue, you're missing out! With their 4 locations in Hamilton and Dundas area, you can easily find one that's convenient for you. I have been to the one on Locke Street and Westdale Village. Their food is on the lighter/healthier side--from soups to sandwiches to burgers, salads and fries, are incredible! I've had a variety of their soups, like chicken tortilla soup, creamy tomato & tortellini soup, creamy chicken wild rice & roasted mushroom soup. Like everything else I've had, their halloumi burger and single classic burger with cheese were prepared to perfection. While it's in season, try their baby arugula watermelon salad with feta. With a team of excellent staff, it is evident that they put a lot of care into what they serve and the service they provide! When you go, tip them well! They've earned it! read more

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Don't expect anything fancy and you won't be disappointed. Very casual. I wouldn't take anyone here on a first date if you're trying to impress. read more

I went today. I was greeted by an employee that was super friendly. The restaurant just changed their menu and I was struggling to pick a soup and Caitlin suggested I try a few and even helped me customize the one I had picked. She made our experience so amazing - I was there for my birthday having lunch and she even gave me a special sweet treat to tie it all together. I have NEVER had customer service like that in all my years and have been a server myself. She is in the right place, such a nice face to see when entering the restaurant and just over all a kind person. I hope to see Caitlin everytime I come :) read more

Excellent burger and fries. Also great for soups and salads. Burnt Tongue has a cool vibe and friendly service. Nice spot in Hamilton. Would highly recommend. read more

Every now and then I visit family in London and Windsor. The best part, aside from seeing family but even then it's really close, is that the Burnt Tongue is on the way. I've begun factoring in a lunch stop on my trips to Southern Ontario at this gem in Hamilton. The menu is simple. Around 5 soups- all awesome and they change every week I believe. On this occasion we tried the lamb stew and chilli con carne. Both were amazing and I can't decide which I liked better; get both. There is a burger on the menu, fries including the Thai inspired Bangkok fries, and some varieties of grilled cheese. I'm a grilled cheese and soup kinda guy and so I'd highly recommend that to balance your soup. At $4 for a grilled cheese sandwich you can't go wrong. After all, Tim Horton's is hawking a highly processed version for roughly the same price. This is a no brainer. Can't wait for the next family get together! read more

The Burnt Tongue - Burgers Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

I have read many reviews about this place and they were always positive. In addition, this is one of the top rated spots in Hamilton. I decided that I had to try it out and it was worth it! The place is a cozy spot that specializes in soups. They change their soups menu daily and the prices are very good. The most expensive soups will cost about 8-10 dollars. I got one of their "b" soups in a small and it was excellent. I believe it was an African peanut soup. Very delicious. A small was enough for one person. I also got a sandwich. They cost about 9 dollars for a large and it is technically two sandwiches because they give you four diagonally cut sandwiches. They're so filling that I could barely finish the fourth piece. Trust me. Try this place out. It will be worth it read more

Tasty soups and tasty sandwiches! The Burnt Tongue is great to go to on a cold day and their soups warm you right up! I went to the Locke location. They have a great selection of flavours and many unique ones to try. There's great options of pairing different soups with other sides or sandwiches. I shared a pesto tomato grilled cheese. It went really well with my Apple & Sausage soup. Overall enjoyed this spot! Would come again. read more

The classic recipe of New England Clam Chowder has gluten in it, but The Burn Tongue makes it GF (Bravo!) which we appreciate very much. Moreover, it was delicious with big chunks of clam and nicely presented HOT...admire it, chat a little and then blow, blow, taste, yummy. We also had some of the other daily specials and a regular fries and the loaded Dill pickle fries. Hand cut, made to order, served hot. Other patrons also enjoying their hot meals on a cold December day. If you're a soup lover, this is a must try. Thinking I might try their burger and soup next time...or maybe their kale ceasar and soup...stay tuned. read more

Soup soup and more soup! Always a great selection changed daily, the sandwiches are also delicious. Pretty pricey for what it is but tastes great so a good treat for once in a while. read more

The Burnt Tongue is one of my favorite places to eat in all of Hamilton. Soup is hands down without a doubt my favorite food, so this place is like heaven for me. Always such interesting flavors and multicultural combinations of ingredients in their soups, and I don't think I've ever had one that was less than amazing. They don't make it very often, but their Irish Lamb Barley stew is one of the best soups I've ever had. I'm eating the Jamaican Beef Rib stew right now, too! Their sandwiches and fries are also really great and affordably priced. This place is absolutely delicious, and always worth it. I only wish I lived closer so I could go every day! read more

I've heard lots of good things about this place and been meaning to come here for years! I came with a friend; we each got a small soup and shared one of the loaded fries. This was just the right amount of food. I think the menu varies, but I got the Thai curry soup (vegetarian, has noodles in it). It was good but I was hoping for something spicier. I'd come back to try the other soups. read more

The Burnt Tongue - Bangkok fries - Burgers Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

Very hearty soup with some bold flavours. I'm not usually a big soup guy, but if I'm looking for a bowl of somthing warm to fill me up, this is the place to come. They also offer some sandwiches and specials that are always very good. Best part about this place is the price!! Very inexpensive for the quality of food that's being served!! read more

The burnt tongue has become one of my favourite spots to go to. The best soup I had was their white cheddar cauliflower! Pretty much any cauliflower soup is delicious there and always sells out by the afternoon. The perfect pairing is their grilled cheese to go with the soup. If you like onions, the french onion grilled cheese is yummy too. I had their beef sandwich once and I wasn't impressed. Their fries are good too. read more

I had been walking by this place for quite some time on Locke Street since I live so close - and finally decided to head there for lunch with my step dad. We usually check out cute little places that don't get too busy before the lunch rush - but little did we know the Burnt Tongue is popular and tiny inside! Not complaining about the tiny-ness, I just wish we would have been able to eat in the first time we tried to go. Alas, we tried another day (right when they opened) and we got in! Yes! This place is basically a soup lovers dream. They have different soup options all the time - they change it up and come up with the most interesting concoctions! Vegans unite because they have options for you too! I ordered something along the lines of a potato soup, my step dad ordered a vegetable medley type soup (I'm horrible with names). We also split a grilled cheese - because grilled cheese and soup are literally soulmates! Everything came out lightening fast to our table. The grilled cheese was ooey-gooey and the cheese was melted just perfectly. Our soups were piping hot and both packed with flavour. I was so full at the end of the meal! The service was really friendly and they were informative about the different menu options. There are also burgers, fries and other a few other items besides soup but really guys...soup is what you are coming here for! I can't wait to go back and try more flavours! Get there right as they open - or don't try to go around Noon because you won't be able to get in for a seat (but they also do take-out!) read more

The food was delicious. We ordered bangkok poutine, grilled cheese, curry soup, and a deluxe burger... *chefs kiss*

My friends and I went there for lunch and it did not disappoint! Very cheap and very delicious! Artichoke dip grilled cheese?? Yes please. The burger was to die for, grilled to perfection. We bought 7 things altogether and it came to only 40 dollars! Yes, that's right 40 dollars for 4 sandwiches, 2 loaded fries, AND a burger. Definitely going there again when I'm in the area. read more

First time lunch at the Burnt Tongue inWestdale. Soup and sandwich were delicious, hot and well priced. Food arrived quickly. The sit down area is very small and is countertop rather than tables. I'll be back in a heartbeat. read more

Amazing soup and burgers, highly recommend to anyone looking for a good meal. If you eat in the restaurant you get more soup than if you do takeout! read more

Excellent healthy option for fast food. I had the goat curry and it was delish! Fresh ingredients, flavourful without being overpowering and super friendly service. I would definitely go back when in the area again... read more

Got soup and sandwich for dinner. Was very well prepared, very tasty and ordered more for my aunty for her lunch. Fast and reasonable. Will order again before I leave Hamilton area. read more

The menu is small but the food is good. I had the dill pickle loaded fries and a grilled cheese. My friend had an orzo dish. The dishes we ordered were small like a side order so we weren't full. Very tasty though. read more

The Burnt Tongue - Burgers Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

I went to this place a while ago, but it's still quite memorable. I wasn't sure how I would transition into eating in Hamilton, having been from Toronto, but this place didn't let me down. I got a butternut squash soup and the special for the day, which was banh mi fries. The soup was creamy and subtlety savoury; perfect for warming up on that cold, snowy night. The fries were much larger than I had anticipated, but were so good that I was glad to have some left to take home with me. I find the pricing to be fair for what you get. It's also very fun that they change up the menu so often. My issue with this location is that it's just too small! There was one table available for my 3 friends and I and not much else. Something to keep in mind. read more

Went for lunch with friends and everything was delicious. Chicken korma was fantastic and the curry ketchup is a nice change with fries! Be patient because there will likely be a line up and the person taking orders at the cash is a little slow but it will be worth it in the end! read more

This place is incredible, the perfect place for lunch! Quaint little spot on Locke, there's another location on Barton I believe. The soups are incredible, you can pretty much order any of them and it'll be guaranteed delicious. I always get the soup and sandwich, my roommate says the burgers are great as well. Highly recommend read more

Got a cheeseburger with bacon and fries, and damn it was good! Honestly I haven't had a burger this scrumptious in so long. If you're reading reviews and thinking about attending/ordering from here, definitely check it out. read more

Amazing service and amazing food! I had the tomato basil pesto grilled cheese with the cabbage roll soup. It was exactly what I was expecting and wanted. I couldn't even finish my whole meal because of how hearty the soup was! Would definitely recommend this place. read more