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Bar - The Standard, Hamilton, ON

The Standard

4.8
4.8
170 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
THE STANDARD:
[the stan-dard] Noun

1. a high level of quality or attainment, established by general consent as the model or example by which all should be measured.
2. set up or established as a rule for the measure of quality of which is upheld.

The Standard. One of Hamilton's most revered restaurants, has laid down its roots on James St N. With our everchanging menu, seasonal & local inspiration and forward approach to dining, our commitment to excellence shows in everything we do. We strive to provide a memorable experience each day, it is just what we love to do.

From our in house butchery or cooking over charcoal, to working with local suppliers in our community We challenge the way we all think about Food & Drink.

If its a night out with friends, an intimate dinner for two, or just something extraordinary like sitting at our chefs table, We take each day as a new challenge to provide something amazing. It’s a bold statement and that’s why we make it with The Standard.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (289) 619-0955
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    With a gorgeous and welcoming space, The Standard offers a team of experts to plan your perfect party. With the direct involvement of our Chef, Mixologist and in house event planner we can create your vision however big or small.
  • Neighbourhood
    Hamilton
  • Cross Street
    James St. N. & King William Str.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 7-Course Chefs Table Menu

    $120.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    This is an exclusive dining event. The Chef's table is a 7-course blind Tasting Menu, composed of the best of the season. These are ring side seats right in front of the Kitchen where you will get to see and experience the stress, pressure and rapid fire execution of how a fast-paced restaurant engine runs. This is not for the faint-hearted, your experience will give you a front row seat to ho it all goes down. Strap in, it's going to be a hell of a ride. Elevate your experience with pairings from our exclusive reserve list or for the more adventurous a mixology pairing form our bar team - designed specifically for the nights menu Please note, If there are any dietary concerns please contact us prior to your booking to discuss.
    7-Course Chefs Table Menu photo
  • Brunch at The Standard

    Oct 1, 2024 - Jan 31, 2025
    Enjoys brunch at The Standard with our la carte menu. The Standard is known for its everchanging menu offerings of creative and innovative dishes as well as classics reimagined. Whether its a intimate brunch for 2 or a large group let us show you how we set the standard when it comes to doing brunch. - No additional cost
    Brunch at The Standard photo

What 170 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Southern Ontario

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Standard offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." The atmosphere is both cozy and lively, making it an ideal spot for any occasion. The chef's table and tasting menus are highly recommended for a memorable culinary journey. While service can occasionally be slow, the overall experience and "delicious" dishes ensure a delightful visit. The restaurant is praised for its "beautiful presentation" and accommodating staff, making it a must-try in Hamilton.

170 Reviews
  1. Neil

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant staff and food were very good. The variety of items on the menu were interesting and not your usual Brunch list, which I appreciated. Two negatives (one controllable by the restaurant and one not); when we arrived for our 10:30 am reservation I was informed by the host that there was another reservation for our table at 12:30 and we would have to be finished by then. It was a negative first impression ( we hadn’t even sat down and yet I was being told when we had to leave). As it was we had completed our meal by 11:50 so plenty of time, but the restaurant was maybe half full and there were other tables which could accommodate six people (the size of my party). I don’t think the ‘caution’ was necessary. The other negative is the number of homeless people on the streets of downtown Hamilton. I am fully supportive of helping people who are experiencing challenges and do so in my own community. However, there was a discomfort from the large number of people who were wandering the streets and obviously felt in distress. That negative experience would deter me from coming back to Hamilton and frequenting some of the amazing restaurants.

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  2. Danielle and Vlad

    San Diego

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first time so tried 4 small plates and a dessert. All of the items were a unique experience. our server, Amanda was exceptional.

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  3. Vince

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    All our meals were delicious and very well presented. Our server was pleasant and attentive. The only real noticeable issue I had was with the lack of drip coffee. As a substitute I had an espresso.

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  4. Lauren

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. The cocktail was fabulous. Only complaint was the service was rushed for a Sunday night. But all in all, wonderful meal

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  5. Troye

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Sat right by the door so wasn’t ideal. Staff was friendly. Food was delicious.

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  6. Alexandra

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ryan was the best waiter we have had in a long time. Amazing. Great atmosphere and large portions. Very yummy food and excellent cocktails.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. Service was great and we can’t wait to go back!

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  8. mike

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, wine and ambiance were all wonderful. Ryan gave us outstanding service! Looking forward to our next visit.

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  9. Rajbir

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing atmosphere and the service was spectacular. Food was good but the portion sizes are unreasonably small for the price.

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  10. Emily

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent. The mixologist/bartender was great. Our server was the one aspect that left something to be desired. The wine pairings and wine service just weren’t fast enough and at the end we were waiting around to pay forever. Having a top notch server is what this night really needed to elevate the experience.

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FAQs

The Standard is rated 4.8 stars by 170 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Standard

12 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2J9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    James St. N. & King William Str.
  • Neighbourhood
    Hamilton
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (289) 619-0955
  • Private party facilities
    With a gorgeous and welcoming space, The Standard offers a team of experts to plan your perfect party. With the direct involvement of our Chef, Mixologist and in house event planner we can create your vision however big or small.
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