Hamilton, Ontario Food Guide: 10 Canadian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Ancaster

April 1, 2020 Oliva Fomby

Best Canadian restaurants nearby. Discover the best Canadian food in Ancaster. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Canadian restaurants near you. including The Ancaster Mill, Coach & Lantern, Quatrefoil, Brassie Pub, Cavallo Nero, Sammy-Jo's Place, West End Diner, The Egg & I, Jack Astor's Bar & Grill, The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
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10. The Keg Steakhouse & Bar

1170 Upper James St, Hamilton, Ontario L9C 3B1 Canada Steakhouse, Canadian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 905-574-7880 https://www.kegsteakhouse.com/locations/hamilton-keg/
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4 based on 311 reviews

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar

Reviewed By Lkingsley5208

We regularly visit Canada, from the uk, to visit family and one of the things we always do is have a family meal at The Keg. The 3 cheese garlic butter, the garlic bread, shrimps, mushrooms and the steaks here are just amazing. I had the halibut this time too which was just cooked perfectly. Our waitress was lovely and attentive and nothing was any bother. We all loved our meal and will be sure to return again next time. Thank you.

9. Jack Astor's Bar & Grill

839 Golf Links Rd, Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario L9K 1L5 Canada Bar, Canadian, American Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service [email protected] +1 905-304-1721 http://jackastors.com/location-map/45/
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4 based on 116 reviews

Reviewed By Cindy J

Went for lunch with a friend.had lunch special of soup,salad and Jack Astor’s bread for $12.00 cad.the soup was crap chowder and great.had ceasar salad which was fresh and correct temperture.bread was warm and tasty.service quick and pleasant.could not have been more pleased.great food great price great service!

8. The Egg & I

1242 Garner Rd W, Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario L9G 3K9 Canada Canadian, American, Diner Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +1 905-648-0344 http://eggandi.ca/
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3 based on 131 reviews

The Egg & I

Our breakfast menu offers locally farmed fresh grade A eggs, a variety of specialty omelettes or you can ask to create your own; the BEST eggs benedict, which is prepared to satisfy all tastes; freshly prepared hand cut grilled home fries seasoned to perf

Reviewed By jan1015

The eggs Benedict were quite delicious and lots of variety. The omelet is average. The strawberry chip pancakes were not appetizing at all. Too sweet and artificial tasting. Was very busy and they managed quick efficient services.A bit pricey. $60 for 4 ppl

7. West End Diner

1811 Main St W, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 1H6 Canada American, Greek, Diner, Canadian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +1 289-396-1766 https://www.facebook.com/pages/West-End-Diner/110357215740964
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4 based on 194 reviews

West End Diner

Reviewed By marcieness

Came here under a friends recommendation who absolutely loves this place. We both got eggs Benedict with their traditional home fries. Price was fantastic and the potatoes were AMAZING. Absolutely loved the breakfast potatoes and would recommend highly. The Benedict was good but not the best I’ve ever had. Staff was quick, kind. The food came fairly fast. Would recommend overall.

6. Sammy-Jo's Place

2 Cameron Dr, Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario L9G 2L3 Canada Diner, Canadian Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +1 905-648-6756 https://sammysancaster.business.site/
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4 based on 88 reviews

Sammy-Jo's Place

Reviewed By edukate50

Greetings all, We have lived in Ancaster for many years and enjoy the breakfast at this venue a great deal.Consistently good service, good food, and comfortable atmosphere. If you want a chain restaurant there's plenty to choose from nearby...and we say, don't waste your time and money. My favourite is the Monte Cristo sandwich, however all choices the family makes are enjoyed. Keep up the good work Sammy's!

5. Cavallo Nero

370 Wilson Street East, Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario L9G 2C2 Canada Italian, Canadian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Live Music, Jazz Bar [email protected] +1 905-648-8888 http://cavallo-nero.ca/
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4 based on 320 reviews

Cavallo Nero

Reviewed By angelaasher

Whether sitting no outside on the patio during the summer or dining inside the menu is rich with selection. We love the ambience and always enjoy ourselves with their options they provide. Huge fan of the gourmet twist on Italian food with the spinach pesto linguine being a favourite.

4. Brassie Pub

73 Wilson St W Unit 24, Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario L9G 1N1 Canada Bar, Pub, Canadian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Reservations, Free Wifi [email protected] +1 905-304-8935 http://Brassiepub.com
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4 based on 183 reviews

Brassie Pub

Enjoy the fun, the flavour and the familiarity of Britain’s finest public houses in the heart of Olde Ancaster. A place where friends gather to kick back on weekdays…and meet again to wine, dine and dance away their weekends. Temp your palette with one of

Reviewed By Rob M

Nothing fancy - just tucked in the corner of a strip mall. No special ambiance, but comfy seating and lots of TV's to watch the game.Food was good - flatbread pizza was piled high with toppings and the perogies were delicious. The flight of beers and ciders were a steal - 3x 10 oz glasses for $12.Gets a bit noisy with a big crowd during a game, but maintains a good neighborhood vibe.

3. Quatrefoil

16 Sydenham St, Dundas, Hamilton, Ontario L9H 2T4 Canada French, Canadian, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 905-628-7800 http://www.quatrefoilrestaurant.com/main.html
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4 based on 582 reviews

Quatrefoil

Chefs Fraser Macfarlane and Georgina Mitropoulos opened Quatrefoil Restaurant in May, 2010. Since then, the restaurant has been named among the top 10 best new Canadian restaurants of 2010 by enRoute Magazine, and among the top 10 best new restaurants of

Reviewed By Brian G

Have you ever watched a movie where the upset patrons steam over certain tables being waded on as if they were the most important people on earth while the observers get extremely poor service? Yes? That was us last night. FOODThe food was absolutely SPECTACULAR. I started with the daily soup that had some sort of coconut in it and Oh. My. God. I would have had 4 more bowls of it. I’d love to get my hands on this recipe and try to make it myself. My husband had the stone fruit salad and he said it was like “4 different meals at once” with flavour popping out from every bite. My main was the steak which in my opinion wasn’t anything ultra special, the sauce was fabulous but the meat was, well, meat. Hubby had the wild boar and loved it. They also had a bread that was made from discarded grains from a microbrew across the street. It was fabulous and everyone was raving to their servers. However, this is where the experience faulted BIG TIME. The dinner began with us being placed at a single table two tables down from the bar, in the middle of the room while the outer ring of tables sat vacant. Our table was similar to sitting in the middle of a busy hallway and was quite annoying to be honest. We asked to be moved and the manager was quick to allow it with no fuss. Our server was very, very, very slow. When we were seated there was a good 5 minute wait until we were asked about drinks with only 3 other tables filled. After we made our drink order it was close to 15 minutes before they came. *We could see the bar... it was empty*. There was yet another wait between the drinks and ordering the apps and mains. The apps came and the drinks sat empty for the *entire time* it took us to finish them and the mains were delivered from the kitchen from a young man and our server, or any of the other 3 buzzing about didn’t stop in until half way through our meals. Our server noted “I noticed you were looking at the wine menu”. This was easily 25 minutes prior. Our mains sat empty on our table for another 10 minutes, with empty wine glasses and no one stopped by. We finally decided we had enough as the service was atrocious and asked for the bill. That too took 10 minutes while they prepared my “birthday” plate (two chocolates and two macaroons). This may sound picky and minor, but here’s the kicker. I counted the number of times and servers that hit the “regular” tables. The table near the bar against the wall was 9 times by two different servers in the span it took us to get one visit. The group of 4 at the round window table was 11 visits by 2 servers and staff. The couple against the wall near the entrance, at least 8. They were clearly regulars or perhaps worth more money than we were to the restaurant and it was VERY clear. If you want good food, come to this place but don’t expect a ten out of ten unless of course you’ve been there before. I made the choice to support local instead of heading out to Kitchener to a competitive high end restaurant. Should have just made the drive. Enjoy, folks!

2. Coach & Lantern

384 Wilson St E, Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario L9G 2C2 Canada Bar, Pub, Canadian, British Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Free Wifi, Live Music [email protected] +1 905-304-7822 http://www.coachandlantern.ca/
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4 based on 260 reviews

Coach & Lantern

Reviewed By PocketGuide

The patio for this place is so cute and cozy - but it was a rainy day so we sat indoors. It’s a small interior, so it wasn’t possible to escape all the fussy baby noises. Not the restaurant’s fault! But it’s condensed seating, so just beware if you’re wanting a romantic experience that it may be affected. It’s a cool, old timey interior with loads to look at, but per the other review I read of here, it could use a cleaning/dusting and there are a lot of flies everywhere. Sweet potato fries were on point! But the quesadilla was so soggy on the bottom it wasn’t much fun, (probably microwaved to melt cheese). The service was average. Wine prices are very very high. $17 for a 9 oz of Stoneleigh is among the highest prices in the area - especially for a small pub. If I were in the area, I’d pick Brassie Pub 10/10 times. (Also, the ceiling seriously looked like it’s buckling. Kids running upstairs sounds resonate in the dining area.)

Top 10 restaurants in Ancaster, Canada

1. The Ancaster Mill

548 Old Dundas Rd, Ancaster, Hamilton, Ontario L9G 3J4 Canada Canadian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront +1 905-648-1828 http://ancastermill.ca/
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4 based on 823 reviews

The Ancaster Mill

The beautifully restored Ancaster Mill boasts a picturesque and Historic setting. The Dining Room features floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of waterfalls and naturally landscaped gardens. The interior decor accents the authentic look with war

Reviewed By cobourg-spassvogel

Having been at several of their affiliated "Mill" restaurants in Elora and Cambridge, we rate their park like setting and their creek/waterfall as most charming! The service is tops, The food is most tantalizing. Overall we had a most enjoyable lunch and will return if we find ourselves in the vicinity.

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