Written by Marco Posteraro and Adam Wills
After we’re done spending an awesome day at WordCamp 2018, we’re going to need some fuel for the after-party (happening at Mills Hardware @ 7pm). So, we’ve put together a list with some of our favourite restaurants in town, and best of all, they’re super close to both WordCamp and the after-party (some within walking distance)!
Bean Bar
Located in Westdale, Bean Bar has an intimate atmosphere to go along with their menu. Right beside the historic Westdale Theatre, which is currently under renovations.
- Recommendation: Grilled Ahi Tuna Salad. Apple Paradise.
- Menu: http://beanbar.ca/menu.html
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beanbar1012/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/5URb4iF2pTT2
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/okUm25kfqrr
Aberdeen Tavern
- Recommendation: Fusilli. Seared Scallops.
- Menu: http://theaberdeen.ca/menu/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aberdeentavern/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/k3LnZj7PNV72
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/7SURkiDySZr
Earth to Table: Bread Bar
Some of the best pizza in Hamilton.
- Recommendation: Apple & Bacon Pizza. Umami Burger.
- Menu: http://hamilton.breadbar.ca/menus#.WwbseVMvwvo
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breadbar_hamilton/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/8zUfoGaoY2A2
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/6vXJgH3cZLC2
Charred Rotisserie House
- Recommendation: Poutine with Charred Chicken.
- Menu: http://charred.ca/menu
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charredchicken/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/Nup5uykzAYT2
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/qqeQrzDnXAQ2
Nique Restaurant
- Recommendation: Sushi Nachos. Tomahawk Steak.
- Menu: http://www.niquerestaurant.ca/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nique_restaurant/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/Wi8Wic3KynN2
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/QeaTQLcircQ2
The Mule
Tacos – what more do we have to say!
- Recommendation: Pork Belly Banh Mi, Brussels Sprout, Halloumi.
- Menu: https://www.themule.ca/menu
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themulemakestacos/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/X1ntwGrvy2J2
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/wXNjquK4uKk
Green Bar
Vegan quick-service cafe that always seems to hit the mark.
- Recommendation: Baha bowl, soup of the day
- Menu: greenbarhamilton.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenbarhamilton/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/8ymehQSTrt72
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/dJAxMBA5Rux
The Ship
Home of some of the best burgers in the city.
- Recommendation: The French Onion Burger (with the black bean patty)
- Menu: http://www.theship.ca/menu/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ShipTwits/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/5DrmH8bHH1M2
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/vNYTagTiMd82
Burnt Tongue
So much more than “just soup.”
- Recommendation: Bangkok fries and soup. Any kind.
- Menu: http://www.theburnttongue.com/menu/ (soups change daily – check Instagram)
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theburnttongue/
- Directions from #WCHamOnt: https://goo.gl/maps/dWbuNBKyTqv
- Directions to the after-party when you’re done eating: https://goo.gl/maps/DyRocTSJ92u