Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Brantford

"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."

"Pre-order from the French to enjoy this year’s Father’s day meal. Their menu contains appetizers like Fole Gras Parfait and Beet & Chevre Salad, Duck Confit with main such as Grilled Striploin or The French Onion Burgers, followed by a delicious dessert like the Ricotta Cheesecake. If your Dad loves burgers, why not try their DIY Grill kits and make your own delicious burgers and steak at home."

"Looking for the best brunch restaurants to visit in Hamilton?. The French serves up unique brunch dishes like the sweet and savoury Duck Waffles (with duck confit!). Their food is absolutely incredible, and they offer lunch and dinner at the restaurant as well."

"In the centre of the bustling Augusta strip, find a surprisingly homey backyard patio outfitted with cozy wood-carved booths and long tables. If you’re looking to beat the heat with a gourmet burger and craft beer then drop anchor, the cool gastro pub is your preferred port of call. Address: 23 Augusta Street, HamiltonPhone: 905-526-0792"

"I won’t go into the embarrassing details, but it was on the night of my birthday, and I was drinking stupidly on an empty stomach and - anyways, the people at The Ship are good sports. Even more importantly, their food is bloody brilliant."

"It was very hard for me to determine a winner between these last two, as I love them both for different reasons. Brux House has more of a fine dining vibe going on, making it the perfect place to take a craft beer fan on a nice date. Brux House has sixteen (!) rotating taps with arguably the most varied beer selection in the city."

"Brux House delivers small plates and inventive cocktails in a trendy Locke Street restaurant. Veggie-based items like “bloomin” brussel sprouts and whole fried broccoli are surprisingly good. For something a little heartier, the mussels and frites are favourites."

"My friend and I have been a half dozen times since we moved to the area and every time we have had great food and drinks.They have a great craft beer selection..."

"When it comes to the perfect location in Hamilton for a craft brewery, MERIT nailed it. Another newcomer within the past year, this brewery is located right at James and Wilson across from the August 8 plaza. This one’s for the real craft beer nerds as they are constantly experimenting with their brews and do little to appeal to the casual beer fan."

"Merit opens every day at 11:30am, hosting a kitchen, tap room, bottle shop and brewery. Merit is known for light brews, and for trying unusual ingredients and experimental combinations to create new, exciting beer tastes. Merit serves sausages made in house that customers love!"

"Alright, so MERIT may technically be a brewhouse, but that doesn’t mean that it’s a typical brewhouse. Located on the always-vibrant James Street North, MERIT serves delicious Canadian classics while also providing thirsty guests with some of the best local crafts in town."

"This brewery features a bottle shop and taproom, including a patio with 60 seats as well as 10,000 sq. ft. brewing facility. They offer different types of beer like oak-aged and fruited beers, classic continental lagers, IPAs, silky stouts and porters, and more."

"Located in the historic Victoria Hall in Gore Park, the primo location is a perfect match for Redchurch’s gorgeously renovated cafe space and excellent coffee. High ceilings and ample seating make this an excellent spot for nomadic professionals to plunk down with a latte and laptop. The rear of the cafe also plays host to The Assembly Gallery, allowing coffee drinkers to take in the ever-changing local art on display while they sip."

"Located at 68 King Street East, just off of Gore Park, Redchurch operates as a café, retail shop, event space and art gallery. Redchurch’s gallery was designed for artists and community minded groups to come share their work directly with their audience. The gallery showcases work from leading artists to new emerging talent, exhibiting pieces from both local and international creatives."

"Set in a lovely location along Hamilton’s Gore Park, Redchurch Cafe & Gallery’s clean white exterior and bold navy interior creates a contemporary backdrop for visitors. The menu includes coffee, teas, fresh juices, craft beer, cocktails, baked goods and a light breakfast and lunch. Head to the back for a peek at the small gallery’s rotating exhibits."

"Sizzle Nightclub provides a world-class entertainment venue in the center of the Historical Hess Village of Hamilton. Sizzle is one of the longest-running nightclubs in the Hess area and is Pprceived as one of Hamilton’s finest luxury nightclub venues, the fusion of lounge and nightclub culture is embodied by Sizzle. Boasting its 3 dancefloors that offer different kinds of music, Sizzle embodies the impression of the modern and the contemporary into an elegant luxury."

"Cozy and delicious, you already know that a tasteful place like Work Progress Kitchen is located along James Street North. A dim-lit eatery that offers a small yet unique menu of glob cuisine, this spot is more proof as to why Hamilton’s James Street North is the absolute best strip for food and beverages."

"752 Centre Road, Waterdown Joe Sams Leisure Park is a large, lovely park with many open areas for recreational activities. The hardball and soccer fields are popular with leagues, and there are many walkways for those on foot. The Waterdown North Wetland Trails run through part of this park."

"Teach them the roots of that smartphone they can’t stop staring at with a trip to Brantford. Even tech-obsessed teens will enjoy learning about one of the most important scientific breakthroughs in history, the telephone, at Alexander Graham Bell’s childhood home. This summer, don’t miss: The Summer Theatre Festival."

"Upscale vibes without the usual stuffiness, and a diverse seasonal menu built to satisfy pretty much any palate, The Diplomat is a prime spot to impress a date. Salads, share plates, and grilled cuts of top-quality meats feature inventive culinary twists while remaining fully approachable dishes. Uniquely, The Diplomat is also the only Hamilton restaurant to currently offer select times of device-free dining, which is the perfect opportunity to keep those pesky phones out of sight and out of mind."