The Standard Hamilton

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THE STANDARD:
[the stan-dard] Noun

1. set up or established as a rule for the measure of quality of which is upheld. The Standard.

a high level of quality or attainment, established by general consent as the model or example by which all should be measured.
2. 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 experienc

Photos from The Standard Hamilton's post 08/06/2026

The menu behind our Forbidden Fruit Beer Dinner.

Every course had a purpose.

Built around the relationship between fruit, fermentation, and flavour, each dish was thoughtfully paired with an exceptional fruit-forward beer to create an experience that unfolded one course at a time.

The next beer dinner is already taking shape. More to come soon!

Photos from The Standard Hamilton's post 08/05/2026

The best part of our beer dinners isn't just what's on the table. It's everyone gathered around it.

Here's a look back at an evening we'll be talking about for a while.

To every guest who joined us for our Forbidden Fruit Beer Dinner, thank you for spending your evening with us and for bringing your curiosity, conversation, and appetite. And to our incredible team, thank you for creating an experience that reminded us why we love hosting these evenings.

Our next beer dinner is coming soon. We can't wait to share what's next!

Photos from The Standard Hamilton's post 08/01/2026

NOVA SCOTIAN SCALLOPS.
Sunchoke, Toasted Buckwheat, Charred Leek, Burnt Orange, Beurre Monté

Less noise. More intention.
The kind of dish that asks you to slow down.

Photos from The Standard Hamilton's post 07/29/2026

SUMMER CORN AGNOLOTTI.

If summer had a signature pasta, we'd like to nominate this.

Our Summer Corn Agnolotti combines sweet corn in more ways than one, balanced with pecorino, fresh chives, roasted corn velouté, and Aleppo pepper.

Reservations at thestandardhamilton.com.
Walk-ins are always welcome.

Photos from The Standard Hamilton's post 07/21/2026

Meet for drinks.
Stay for dinner.
See where the evening takes you.

If you've got a Hamilton Fringe Festival button, show it at The Standard through July 26 and enjoy 25% off cocktails.

Head to Hamilton Fringe to purchase your button and learn how it supports independent theatre while unlocking festival perks across Hamilton.

Support the arts. We'll pour the cocktails!

Photos from The Standard Hamilton's post 07/16/2026

If you're wondering where to begin, you're already looking at it.
Something to share. Cocktail.
Maybe dessert first.
No wrong answers here.

We'd love to welcome you to the table.
Reservations at thestandardhamilton.com.

Photos from The Standard Hamilton's post 07/10/2026

The weekend looks better with a reservation on it.
Whether it's dinner for two or a room full of your favourite people...
We've got a table for that!

Reserve your table at thestandardhamilton.com.

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10 James Street N
Hamilton, ON
L8R2J9

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 10pm
Thursday 11:30am - 10pm
Friday 11:30am - 12am
Saturday 10am - 12am
Sunday 10am - 3pm