Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Grimsby

"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."

"Bistro food made with French flair is front and centre at The French, located downtown on King William Street – Hamilton’s newly coined ‘restaurant row’. The menu features the greatest culinary hits of France, from onion soup to steak ‘n frites."

"Lovely restaurant with fantastic presentation and amazing attention to detail. This is the perfect place for an anniversary or special occasion."

"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"

"The Ship knows their patrons love a good patio — that’s why they offer two. Having both a front and back patio gives their guests variety in both seating and atmosphere. The front patio offers comfortable chairs, umbrellas, and a great view of Augusta Street (home to several other wonderful patios)."

"They were so gracious donating all of their perishable items to the Good Shepherd Hamilton. Brux House looks forward to opening their doors and welcoming back all of their find customers. *note * Brux House is not a brewery but exclusively serves wonderful craft beer and is a supporter of the local craft beer community."

"Merit Brewing first opened in May, 2017 and was founded by Tej Sandhu, Aaron Spinney, and Jesse Vallins. Tej and Aaron met in Hamilton while attending school. After their careers had them living apart the duo decided the time was right to create the brewery they dreamed of years ago."

"This newer arrival to the west end is committed to both creativity and tradition. Visitors have a tough choice choosing between favourites like American Oat Porter and High Grade American IPA in a warehouse-based taproom. After sampling, take home some souvenir bottles, howlers (32 oz.) or growlers (64 oz.)."

"This sports bar, part owned by Max Kerman of Hamilton’s beloved band Arkells, has all your bar favourites like fried pickles and curly fries, plus they’re open until 2 a.m."

"While this restaurant serves up some seriously awesome paninis, the real reason people hit up Panini & Ice Cream is for their ice cream. Whether you’re looking for a single scoop or a monstrosity of deliciousness, this place has got you covered. The most popular item on their menu is the half½."

"A photo posted by Panini & Ice cream (@paninisicecream) on Feb 2, 2017 at 9:29am PST. True ice-cream lovers satisfy their cravings throughout the cold months too!. Panini and Ice Cream is a hidden gem with not-so-discreet offerings for those who scream for ice cream."

"REALLY generous portions of icecream for a reasonable price can be found here. Lots of flavours and different kinds of sundaes/milkshakes to choose from...."

"In their relaxed cafe setting slightly hidden away on John Street South, vegan foodies can savour plant-based goodness in the form of hearty tofu bowls, satisfying salads & sandwiches, nachos, mac ‘n cheese, and tantalizing gluten-free baked goods. Live music routinely populates the restaurant’s front corner, adding even more to the chill communal energy that Planted has nailed."

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

"A trek to see the waterfalls in Hamilton would be incomplete without Webster’s Falls. Standing at 22 metres tall in the Spencer Gorge Conservation Area, the classic plunge-style waterfall boasts one of the most beautiful vistas in the entire region. An easy walk takes you through some beautiful green space before you’re introduced to the rushing creek that plunges down over the edge and crashes into Spencer Creek."

"If you are in the area for Dundas Peak, you will be in Spencer Gorge Conservation Area – where you can also hike to both Webster Falls and Tews. You have to pay to park at/enter Spencer Gorge but it’s apparently very worth it. Tews is the tallest waterfall in the region with a size comparable to Niagara Falls!"

"Webster’s Falls is another amazing waterfall in Dundas, Ontario. It is a 21 metre (72 foot) high classic curtain or plunge waterfall. Its water source is the Spencer Creek, which flows beneath a stone footbridge in the park before it plunges over the cliffs."