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Why Pique-Nique Platters Are Perfect for Casual Fine Dining

February 04, 2026

Casual fine dining is really making waves across Canada, and you can especially feel it in cities like Hamilton! People here are looking for experiences that feel a litt...

Why Lunch at The French Is One of Hamilton’s Best Midday Experiences

January 06, 2026

Lunch often ends up being rushed or overlooked, especially on busy workdays. At The French, lunch is treated with the same care and attention as any other meal. It&rsquo...

September 09, 2024

We love a good pasta Wednesday around here. Here are some of our favourites from the last few weeks. 1) duck agnolotti rose with orange beurre blanc 2) egg yolk raviolo ...

August 29, 2024

Say hello to our new Grilled Octopus. Tender grilled octopus with potato salad, quail’s egg, olive aioli and red pepper puree. Join us for dinner and see why this is a...

August 23, 2024

Enjoy the last few weeks of summer with our new appetizer: Street Corn Corn salsa, pickled chili, crema, cilantro, paprika oil #summerfood #cornseason #newmenu #patios...

July 23, 2024

Have you tried out baked feta yet? Perfect for dinner on the patio #patioseason #feta #summervibes #shareable #bakedcheese #hamonteats #kirkendall #burloneats

July 18, 2024

Grilled salmon steak with poblano sauce, couscous, corn and charred lime. Simple, light and perfect for patio season. #patioseason #kirkendall #salmonsteak #cornseason...

July 17, 2024

Tomato season is in full swing here, just like our summer eats menu. Ontario Heirloom tomatoes with fennel, poppyseed vinaigrette, braesola and fresh basil #summereats...

July 16, 2024

What summer is complete without a s’more? Homemade graham cracker, toasted marshmallow and dark chocolate sauce. A delicious end to your #summereats meal #smores #mar...

July 14, 2024

One week left of #summereats. Don’t miss out on this delicious offer. #summer #streetcorn #cornbread #kirkendall #hamonteats #tavernfood #burloneats #patioseason #patio...

June 28, 2024

Summer Eats starts next week! We're really leaning into a southern summer with Mexican street corn, pork ribs and churros. Make your reservation now so you don't miss ou...

June 22, 2024

Summer Eats is almost here and we can’t wait to unveil our menus. While our chefs are working hard to finalize the menus, here are the details: July 5-21st excluding br...

April 27, 2024

Time is running out to reserve your table this Mother’s Day. Our two course brunch is sure to please all the moms in your life. Delicious pastries, indulgent appetizer...

April 05, 2024

Equal Parts Hospitality is looking for great people to join our FOH teams for the following positions: *full-time server at The French and Aberdeen Tavern (full lunch, ...

February 06, 2024

Celebrate LOVE at The Tavern! Join us on Feb 14th for a special 4-course prix fixe menu! See you soon!

December 24, 2023

Happy Holidays from the Tavern! 🎄

December 15, 2023

Deciding on New Year’s plans? Look no further than our delicious four course dinner. Join us on December 31st and celebrate in style! #NYE2023 #celebrateinstyle #kirk...

November 22, 2023

Pull up a seat at our bar and enjoy great cocktails and warm hospitality!

November 15, 2023

Chefs Marco and Sandro look forward to welcoming you in this weekend to try our new menu items!

November 15, 2023

Joining us for a drink? Our new cocktail and spirit-free menu is just around the corner! Don’t miss out on this delicious creation while it lasts. #durand #cocktails #...

November 15, 2023

New on our dessert menu: Triple-Decker Carrot Cake Cream cheese frosting, cinnamon ice cream #dessertmenu #tavern #carrotcake #hamonteats

November 15, 2023

Joining us for your next meal? We’ll have your table ready for you. #hamilton #hamonteats #durand #kirkendallneighbourhood #hamontfoodies

November 15, 2023

Need lunch plans? Come try our fish and chips. Beer battered haddock with lots of extra crispy bits. Fries, lemon, Tavern mayo and tartar sauce #lunchtime #hamonteat...

November 15, 2023

Joining us for lunch? Try our delicious chicken cobb salad. Romaine, tomato, double smoked bacon, croutons, avocado, blue cheese, soft-boiled egg, Caesar dressing. #l...

November 15, 2023

Join us on Sunday, October 8 from 5-9 pm! We will be running our Steakhouse Sunday menu….with a festive addition! Turkey dinner (roast breast and confit leg), chestnut ...

November 15, 2023

Summer Eats starts today! Join us tonight for a delicious three course meal featuring the best that summer has to offer. If you’re hoping for an afternoon visit, we’re ...

November 15, 2023

Honeydew and prosciutto with creme fraiche, pickled mustard and basil Try it starting tomorrow on our Summer Eats menu! #summereats #summersalad #hamont #hamonteats #p...

November 15, 2023

Summer Eats is coming back!!! From July 7th to July 23rd, we will have special menus that celebrate the summer season. Our sister restaurants The Diplomat Restaurant...

November 15, 2023

Calamari with chimichurri and lime crema 😍

November 15, 2023

Happy Friday ✨ we are ready to welcome you in for a delicious meal. See you soon!

November 15, 2023

Grilled Branzino with braised fennel, lentil, roasted carrot and white wine cream sauce 🍴 #hamont #hamiltonontario #hamonteats #burlon #branzino #hamiltonrestaurants #ha...

November 15, 2023

COOK TAKEOVER 🍴 Our very own Nyles Church is participating in the Cook Takeover on April 17th, at The Diplomat Restaurant & Bar @thediplomathamont. Cooks from across @e...