Locally owned by a real person! And, excellent coffee with very interesting food offerings.read more

Krys is back with the best coffee in Dundas. Here at what I suspect will be the final location for…read morea long time. Great supporters of local groups, friendly and lovely space friendly to bicyclists and everyone else. And best of all the patio is open!

Such a cozy little spot that's perfect for coffee and breakfast. We stopped here before a hike to…read moreDundas Peak and you can tell it's a beloved spot in the community. My oatmeal power bowl was delicious- be aware you cannot modify and ask for raisins to be left out, but I ate them anyway! My mom loved her avocado toast and said it had a little kick to it. We both enjoyed our coffee and thought everyone was incredibly kind. Too bad we are 8 hours away, but if I find myself in the area, I will stop in again.

One of the most picturesque cafes just outside of Hamilton! A relatively small, historic brick…read morebuilding with greenery growing along the outside of its walls, blue painted window frames, and a few benches outside. You enter in to see clean, modern aesthetic cafe vibes and a rack of freshly baked sourdough from Dear Grain. The cafe connects to its outdoor seating area and feels a bit like a secret garden. There's a variety of baked goods, food, and drinks to choose from. Their espresso tends to be on the mellower side - I think it's a medium body, mild & balanced, and pairs well with milk. If you're into pour overs, Detour has an incredible selection of their own coffee bean roasts. Not a coffee fan? No problem. I also recommend this spot to pick up the best artisan style sourdough I've had in this area (if you're not close to Dear Grain Commissary in downtown Hamilton). Crunchy crust and the softest sourdough inside. Perfect for a fancy sandwich or to add to a charcuterie board! You won't regret it.

Last customer of the night. Very generous scoops of ice…read morecream, great selection of flavours! Stopped by during the cactus festival. Will definitely come back to try the breakfast menu and other desserts.

Got the maple walnut ice cream sandwich ($5) and I thought it was okay. The ice cream is sticky and…read morenot abundant. I was disappointed in the cookie though; although they were quite big, and chocolate chip, I don't like the white sugar taste in it. It's a crispy cookie, not a chewy one. Feel like this is a standard diner. Just went here because it was really hot outside and I wanted something cold and sweet.

I ordered the green tea frapp. Since the weather was nice and warm, the Frapp went down very well…read more Money worth spent.

With the exception of the barista with the Harry Potter glasses that is entirely lacking a sense of…read morehumor and/or personality, this is probably the best Starbucks in town (written by someone with a gold card and whose urine occasionally smells of coffee). Conversations are typically ripe for eavesdropping, with juicy tidbits around plotted strikes and sex fantasies. Moreover, there is the famed "dessert on a stick" offered, and the baristas won't even laugh at you if you request it as such. Word of caution: that venti crème brûlée latte? 500 calories, my friend. Obesity is not becoming.

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.

Fantastic and beautiful spot for afternoon tea. Reservations are highly recommended to secure a…read morespot at this tea house - make sure to book in advance! On a side note, parking is free. You need to pay for admission into the garden though, even if you have reservations at the tea house. It's off season right now, as we booked to go when Bloomland In Oz (floral showcase) was already finishing up. The Turner Pavilion was easy to walk to - there is a pathway and tunnel you across through the garden. The tea house is absolutely gorgeous. It's a beautiful space with lots of sunlight. My friend and I ordered the Rose Garden Tower set and chose two different Sloan teas to try. Everything was perfectly divided, delicious and filling. I highly recommend this tea house! It would be beautiful in the summertime when everything is fully in bloom.

The team room is so cute. We visited in winter so as you can imagine the gardens were non existent…read more The tea room is located in the gardens looking out. The lady who served us was very nice. We had the afternoon tea for two of us. Wasn't keen on the sweet treats the savoury elements were good. I was disappointed we didn't get clotted cream with our tower. We visited during the wizard of oz event so the menu was different. Can't recall the names of the items.

We came here specifically for dessert and I'm so glad we did. The dessert menu wasn't terribly…read moreextensive but did offer a variety of options. There is also a bubble tea menu which I hope to explore the next time I'm up this way. We ordered "a brownie thing" on a signature buttermilk waffle with vanilla ice cream. (They also offer green tea and charcoal ice cream flavors). As you can see in the photo, the waffle was a decent size and was enough to share (if that's what you so choose to do). The customer service was pretty good, the aroma of the fresh waffles was amazing and the interior was stylish and welcoming. I highly recommend!

I haven't been back to Hazel Tea since I've moved out to Toronto but my boyfriend really wanted to…read morego back to try their waffles. Walking in Saturday night it was really quiet. There were maybe 2-3 other tables that were taken. It does seem like a really nice place to study. The place is clean, with soft lighting, and lots of outlets! We ordered a Belgian waffle, with soft serve ice cream, & the mango cheesecake as topping. The total came to $15 which was a little surprising. The food took a little longer than expected. But it came out looking great. The swirl was sesame & vanilla which had hints of both flavors; subtle and not too sweet but it was a little icey rather than creamy. The waffle was fluffy. I did not like the mango or the cheesecake as they tasted somewhat stale. Overall, I think for $15 it was pricey and I would prefer heading to Toronto for a egg waffle for $3 instead.

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

Unbelievably good!!! I'm not a vegan or a vegetarian but honestly this is one of those places that…read moremakes you rethink that. Meticulously prepared, you can tell it is done with love. All organic and locally sourced. Amazing! My favorite is the Caesar salad.

I'm currently sitting in a cute, little place that I almost walked right by had their little…read morechalboard sign not been in the middle of the sidewalk. The atmosphere is very quaint, as expected from Dundas. The furniture and decor all give off a peaceful vibe that I enjoy very much. Having the Chili con Amore and its delicious. I have a low spice tolerance so I'm glad I ordered a cup of jasmine green tea along with it. There's only one staff member on duty at the moment, but its not a super busy place. She's extremely polite and gives a reflection of great service. Overall, I highly recommend this easy to miss place. Its not very large, so I suggest to go either alone or with one other.