Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Kitchener

"Berkeley North is located on “restaurant row,” King William Street, this stylish bistro offers a menu focused on West Coast-inspired cuisine. Dine on delectable, wholesome and fresh small plates like shrimp tempura, mushroom dumplings or the avocado salad, or build your own Berkeley Bowl for lunch. A post shared by Berkeley North (@berkeleynorthkitchen) on Jan 21, 2019"

"Celebrate with that special someone with this decadent dinner for two. You’ll have your choice of salad, two courses, plus dessert."

"The exterior walls are covered in thick vines with birds nests, making for a pleasant bird watching experience as you eat your meal. The furniture is made out of sturdy wrought iron, and the chairs are covered in comfortable black and white cushions. Wedged between two multi-storey buildings, the patio is naturally shaded in the mornings and evenings with umbrellas providing shade when the sun is directly overhead."

"This Kirkendall restaurant housed in an old converted bank is another popular brunch destination. They take brunch seriously with two-course options including crab cakes and smoked salmon apps and mouth-watering mains like Tostada Rancheros and cheesecake-stuffed French Toast. Check out their delivery menus as well."

"The list of new local restaurants, bars, and foodie destinations continues to grow at a freakishly fast rate, with enough sheer diversity and quality to make anyone’s head spin. In fact, it’s tough to walk down any main Hamilton street nowadays without passing by at least one hot spot that plays a role in putting Hamilton’s culinary identity on the map. With a dense onslaught of newly-opened food spots in 2019, here’s our list of the top 10 restaurants that opened in Hamilton this past year."

"Back on Friday, June 19, after toooo many months and had the same amazing experience as always. Actually, better since now there are tables on the street out front. Irene, the best hostess ever for reserving our favourite table for that evening!"

"Incredibly eats that will always leave you satisfied and a staff that makes you feel like family every time you visit, how can you go wrong?"

"The Food Network’s “You Gotta Eat Here” raved about the Moroccan Lamb Meatball soup, and WestJet magazine calls its Chicken Mulligatawny one of the top 10 dishes to try in Hamilton. The Burnt Tongue has clearly elevated the humble soup with its small batch recipes and always changing daily soup menus that span from the classic (Chicken Noodle and New England Clam Chowder) to the exotic (Samosa, Ancho Black Bean and Chicken Wing). With more than 3,000 different soups offered to date, The Burnt Tongue is the place to go when you’re looking for the ultimate comfort food."

"Warm up with a tasty bowl from Hamilton’s famous soup restaurant. The menu changes daily but there’s always vegetarian and vegan options. Think Porcini Mushroom, Thai Green Curry and Cauliflower, and Split Pea."

"Along with The French and Brux House, Nique is a new restaurant providing a more upscale casual dining experience in Hamilton. Their food portions are on the smaller side but it’s all internationally inspired which makes for some really neat dishes to pair your drink with. And they of course have a great selection of beer from across Ontario to pick from."

"Open until 2 a.m, on weekends, Nique serves up late-night snacks that go great with a cocktail (or two). This spacious downtown restaurant gives a nod to Canadian culture with a mosaic of dishes like their famous sushi nachos made with wontons. The interior features an open kitchen, pop art on the walls, and a large square bar."

"Make sure your phone's charged when you visit this Gram-worthy, often photographed east end brunch spot. The pink walls and neon signs evoke a cool Miami vibe. But the real star here is the menu thanks to items like the luxurious Champagne Pancakes (served with Devonshire cream, raspberry and pink champagne coulis and gold flakes) or the more savoury buttermilk fried chicken & waffles."

"Whimsical, decadent, and delicious, Motel allows their patrons to explore their culinary guilty pleasures. Vintage meets modern inside Motel’s interior. The atmosphere is that of a reimagined old motel; neon signs, rotary phones, free matchbooks, and pastels galore."

"Motel is another pretty restaurant in Hamilton that’s popular on Instagram for its pink and teal accents. They serve up fun brunch dishes like Champagne Pancakes and Loaded Breakfast Nacho Fries!. LOCATION:359 Barton St. East, Hamilton, ON | Website"

"Bridging the gap between all-you-can-eat spots and higher end fare, Sushi Azuki is a tiny takeaway spot on Locke Street specializing in sturdy examples of that classic Japanese dish. In the former home of Ka’kau Chocolate Company, Sushi Azuki’s menu is loaded with tantalizing options for pretty much any foodie. Rolls with tuna, salmon, shrimp, crabmeat, and chicken are balanced out with some solid vegetarian options, and even a selection of poke bowls."

"Joya Sushi serves authentic Japanese food as well as Korean dishes. For their sushi and sashimi, they are committed to using fish of the finest quality and freshness. For even the most sensitive preferences, their range of sashimi makes us a favorite."

"Always good food and fast and friendly service at this Family run restaurant. We usually do take out. Favourite is the Golden Dragon roll amd spicy t..."

"Bridges Café is McMcaster University’s answer to inclusive eating on campus. Operating as an entirely meat-free food service, Bridges Café makes sure that both students and locals have access to incredible food that suits their dietary needs. The Café makes for a great spot to go with friends, especially if you have all different appetites."

"Planted in Hamilton doesn’t see dietary limitations as restrictions — they see them as an opportunity to push the boundaries of what is possible with plants. Everything that is served at Planted in Hamilton is both vegan and gluten-free, making them the perfect spot for those with food sensitivities. Their regular menu offers a variety of shareables, salads, sandwiches, mains and sides."

"While most of us are self-isolating at home, it can be easy to say “screw it” and nosh on some junk food for lunch. Don’t get us wrong: we love our chips and chocolate too. But when your body needs a break and you want to switch it up to something both delicious and healthy, Planted in Hamilton has got you covered."

"The place is inconspicuous on the plaza it's on; we had to drive around twice before we saw it from the road...."

"255 & 371 Concession Street Sam Lawrence Park, situated on the Mountain brow at the top of the Jolley Cut, is one of the jewels in Hamilton's park system. Its features include a rock garden with perennial flowers, ornamental benches and lighting, walkways (most of which are accessible), wildflowers and prairie grasses, and an extensive system of interpretive signs. The park also offers spectacular, panoramic views of the lower city and the harbour."

"Sam Lawrence Park offers up the most incredible skyline views of Hamilton, whether you’re visiting during the day or at night. It’s one of my favourite spots to visit in Hamilton – it’s a view you’d never get sick of looking at!. You can park right in front of the viewpoint, then take a little walk around to see the pretty florals and greenery surrounding the park."

"This park on the edge of the city’s escarpment or “Mountain Brow” offers a panoramic view of the entire lower city from east to west and north to Hamilton Harbour. Picnic among rock and wild flower gardens and prairie grasses."

"92 Tom Street Tom Street Park is road allowance turned into a park. It is a partly open, partly shaded passive park, with a seating area between two houses and a natural area located behind the park."

"181 Mountain Park Avenue Mountain Brow West Park runs along the brow of the escarpment on Mountain Park Avenue from Upper Wentworth to Upper Sherman. There are two lookout areas, one on either side of the Wentworth Street Stairs. The property has historical significance as the former site of the East End Incline Railway and the Summers Theatre."