18 people went to this restaurant last night. We booked in advance. Only 2 waitresses, one for the front of the restaurant, one for the back. We were told this was a good restaurant to try. Deplorable planning of staff. We arrived at 6 pm. and didn't receive our food until after 7:30. They messed up further because one person's food order was missed. What owner of a restaurant doesn't call in more staff, there was only one chef! The food was okay, nothing great! The server tried her best, but it wasn't good enough. I suggested free dessert, due to the aggravation. She hesitated and then did give us free dessert. 20 % gratuities were added to our bill. A further insult to the evening. 10% or 15% would have been more deserving. We usually give 15% but this was undeserving. The owner's may have been away, or too busy to correct this situation. Will not return again. read more

The food was very good and fresh. We had a veggie burger. The falafel in it was very good, not too hard. The waitress was very nice. This is a very small room (the front one) but it unfortunately gets very noisy quickly. Not too cold or hot though. read more

Betula Restaurant - Veggie burger with fries - Salad Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

Went to Betula this evening for the 1st time. Had heard it was great. Wow! What a lunchbag letdown. Their Dinner Menu is a joke. Looked more like a pub fare menu but at fine dining prices. My meal was their "Nashville Southern Dinner": consisted of 3 (mini) pieces of battered deep fried chicken breast,( over-fried and dried out), and Mac N Cheese (zoodles pasta...you know...something you'd give a kid for lunch) in a scant amount of sauce (like watery "CheezWhiz), and a few pickle slices on the side, all for the high end fine dining price of $29 and a 6oz glass of poor quality Reisling for $19. I couldn't force myself to finish eating it. Sub-standard, poor quality, served barely warm food. They ought to be embarrassed. I made a strong point of insisting the server send my sentiments to the (so-called) cook. Betula is an embarrassment to my hometown! I wouldn't recommend and I will never return. Food: 1/5 | Service: 2/5 | BY THE WAY, I'M NOT FROM SANFRANCISCO. I WAS BORN AND RAISED HERE IN THE VALLEY TOWN OF DUNDAS read more

Amazing burger! I had a Swiss cheese, bacon and mushroom burger and it was sooo good. I also got a loaded fries which came with Parmesan cheese. My dining companion got a regular cheeseburger and he loved his as well. I'd say order any burger here and you wouldn't be disappointed. And their meat seems to be from a local butcher shop. Although I only tried the burger here, their menu seems to have lots of options for vegans or vegetarians. read more

Betula Restaurant - Swiss cheese, bacon and mushroom burger - highly recommend! - Salad Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

This spot is at the west edge of downtown Dundas - worth the walk! Nice and bright with helpful servers. Varied menu - try the fried chicken sandwich at lunch. Moderately priced, good for groups. Something original and fun. read more

Every dish we had here was delicious! The beet salad was perfect with just a slight hint of lemon peel for an added layer of animatics. The vegetarian tagù was the best I've ever had! The cheese on top of the pasta was so well thought out to blend into the pasta making almost a blush sauce. The schnitzel was crispy and was a great portion. The burger that was served with caramelized onion, cheese was wonderful. Everyone in our party of 4 enjoyed our meals. If I ever find myself in the area again I would absolutely return here! We told our cousins who live in the area they have to give it a try. read more

I've been to Betula for both brunch and dinner and enjoyed both. The atmosphere is cozy and the menu has options to suit everyone. The open kitchen concept is a wonderful touch and highlights the freshness of the food. This is a wonderful spot in Dundas, and I'm looking forward to going back! read more

Betula Restaurant - Baked rigatoni - enjoyed by both me and my friend! - Salad Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

Found this little gem of a restaurant by mistake! We will be back to explore their delicious menu!

The Trout Almondine was absolutely delicious, tasty, and fresh. The wine was amazing as well. As good as a gastronomic restaurant with very affordable prices. 5 stars!! read more

Betula Restaurant - Trout Almondine - Salad Near Me - Hamilton, Ontario

Completely Disappointed... I have been to Betula several times over the last few years and have loved it so much I have recommended it to every person who would listen. Last year I took my aunt for her October birthday and we had planned to visit again this year. I am sad to say I will never dine at Betula again. I was super excited to visit Betula this morning, Sunday September 12. 2021 and try their brunch menu. It was obvious upon first visit to the table the server was new, shy, and inexperienced, she took the coffee order and when she returned with the coffee she took our mimosa order, we were starving and hoped she would take our brunch order, instead she went off to make the mimosas to which she seemed to need help from management, truly no big deal. When she returned to take the food order, we asked how many slices of french toast, she replied 2 (it's 4) and when we asked if the sausages were links or patties, she replied "i think links" (its nugget like patties) and then I asked if there was a choice of bread and her reply was "that's a really good question"....Betula, as a former server, I have to ask, do you train your servers at all to know the THREE item brunch menu? The food took FOREVER (sausage, eggs, hash browns, toast??) After about 40 minutes in the restaurant I went to the bathroom and saw all of our dishes sitting on the counter in the open aired kitchen, just sitting there getting cold! I went to the bathroom, returned to pass the kitchen again and all the plates still sitting there...I returned to my table and waited some more. The server, another server and a woman I can only assume was management stood in a row staring into the kitchen. I assume this was some sort of "training" The food eventually made it to the table, I had asked for my eggs on a separate plate, they were not. The toast was stone cold, unbuttered, no offering of jelly or butter. MY partner and my grandmother said the eggs tasted artificial and completely void of seasoning. We waited longer for salt and pepper and ketchup which all came on separate trips. I sent my toast back, while my boyfriend and grandmother ate cold dry toast. We asked for syrup for the french toast, also cold, to which the server replied "umm not sure I will have to check" and never came back with an answer, or syrup. I asked if the butter was real butter, she had no idea. At this point I am so sick of even being in this establishment, I can't tell if I am more disgusted with the food, the inexperienced service, the total lack of management, or the fact that my love affair with Betula is over. As I said, I am a pre-covid server, I loved my job and took great pride in serving, I understand finding good help these days to serve food seems difficult, however, as much as I wanted to tip this server 0% (which I have done once in my life) my greatest disappointment was in the management of this restaurant. Not ONCE did this manager or owner of whoever she was touch the table, check on us, ask us about our meal. Am i to understand the less than a dozen covers in the entire restaurant was truly overwhelming for this manager? I have worked in some great restaurants with some incredible managers, Betula is no longer one of them. My previous Betula experiences were amazing, delicious food and really excellent servers (pre AND during COVID) $100+ later for unacceptable food, slow service and absent management. One star for good coffee, cheap mimosas, clean bathrooms, and free parking. read more

I'm giving this restaurant a mixed review: a good rating because the food is very good. They make an effort to put healthy, tasty food on your plate. The cauliflower dish is great, the green beans delicious, and the burgers superlative. The owner is really nice, friendly and it's a good vibe in general. But here is the main problem I have: the wait staff. the place was practically empty, but the waitress ignored me until I had to holler to her. I began to think, does this person know the meaning of why she's there? Finally my friend arrived, who I was really looking forward to conversation with, as we seldom get the chance, the waitress was so chatty, we felt invaded. There's nothing wrong with chiming in with a bit of small talk to be friendly, but it's called being a professional to know when to back off. When I'm visiting with a guest, there to treat ourselves, I want the conversation to be with the person at my table. Other than that, I think the owner and the chef do a great job and because of that, I will give them another try. read more