Moving to Hamilton, seemed like you have to try JoJo's and Bill's at 5 pts. Our one dinner, we had a very old waitress, put us by a wall then moved us- to the smallest table for 2. Although the place was nearly empty, they seated another couple right next to us. This was end of 2008, beginning 2009-- haven't brought ourselves to go back because the food and experience were very blah. I see it has little outdoor tables now. read more

The sandwiches we had were good. They were average bar food. The beer selection is not very large though.

Came in on a Sunday and the place was empty . Summer time was upon us so maybe the beach was where everyone was at but expected more of an ambiance to relax in. Ordered the appetizer of pulled pork tacos and they came out quick and were delicious. Would recommend their menu and also coming here on nights read more

Super nice staff. The pizza was amazing! Everything was priced, surprisingly really good considering I had 5 shots of tequila and two appetizers. Definitely my new fave bar in the area. read more

would give it five stars but the long island iced tea's always taste funny. Come to find out from freinds its due to the sour mix they use. I don't know what it is but it's commonly known through out hamilton that their sour mix sucks. And I can honestly say I would go here more often but I have learned not to order anything other than draft beer or jack n cokes. that said, why would I go here for those when I could make them myself at home for less than half price. If you can't make an L.I.T. what kind of bar are you. read more

I have been driving past this place for a few weeks now and inspite of some poor reviews decided to check this place out today. The decor inside is warm and cozy, it's not the biggest of the place but has a very welcoming vibe to it. On being seated i was curious to check out their beer collection and I wouldn't lie, I was rather impressed. Coming from Wisconsin it was a great relief to find a place with such good and varied beer collection on tap. For lunch I ordered Bills Seafood Medley which came with salad and a pretzel. I got the Caesar salad which was a little high on the dressing but that's fine, the pretzel was freshly baked and was pretty good. The main course, the linguine was probably not the best looking dish but it's taste makes up for the lack of points in looks. It was very well stacked and the helping was pretty decent as well. There was only one waitress and was attending about 5-7 tables at that time and she managed it really well. My final verdict would be to definitely check this place out as their food is pretty good and priced pretty well. read more

Received an anniversary coupon from Bill's so hubby & I ventured out tonight. I had the steak & hubby had the crab cake . So much flavor . Especially loved the grilled veggies & mashed potatoes. We will be back read more

Bills isn't really a place to go for food's to all the people that left a review complaining that the food was "mediocre" or not satisfactorily... Bill's ISN'T a five-star restaurant....so if you went in there with those kind of expectations...that is why you left unsatisfied. Bills is a FANTASTIC place to meet up with friends or new people for drinks....i am a regular at Bills...i've been going there for about four or five years now and i absolutely LOVE the place! I find the food to be delicious! The fish and chips is one of my favorite things to order on the menu...The staff is friendly and attentive, the drinks are reasonably priced, and it's always fun to meet new people! I do not have a single complaint about this place. It's definitely the place to be every friday night! read more

I think the atmosphere of this place definitely carries itself for me to give it 5 stars. The interior and exterior is beautiful. It feels very masculine with it's hard wood and brick, cabin like persona yet still warm and inviting so it's not going to be rejected by the ladies. It's an old world, classic tavern that appeals to the mature crowd and brings in the younger singles around 10pm to the other bar in the back. Once you hit those double doors to the other bar, the scenery changes dramatically. It's a modern, cool colored area for the young crowd that isn't very big. If you're there to meet people, it can't be avoided in such a small space. Also, the bouncers that go on shift at about 9:30 are very strict. You're hand stamped and carded promptly, even if you're already inside drinking. Any fighting, rowdiness, drunk and disorderly behavior? You're removed ASAP, it happened about 4 times in the 3 hours we were there with the bouncers. Staff - Very friendly, but not always knowledgable. Waitress kept forgetting requests and didn't drink beer, so she wasn't any help with the large selection of draft, bottles and seasonal specials. However, she did apologize for that and I felt it didn't hurt our experience. The bartender was great with reminding us of specials. Food & Drink - Fantastic. There were 4 of us that ordered mozzarella sticks, duck wings, hot boneless wings and crab cakes. All were great and the hot wings were very spicy for a change, many places have way too subtle of a difference. The drinks? Lost of options, we tried the Pecan Harvest and Vanilla Porter besides the usual Bud Light and Stoli Shots ($3 after 10pm for Stoli, $2 for domestic draft). I've been here many times, always leave happy and will definitely be back! read more

Eating at Bills for dinner is always strange to me. The owner has put a lot into rehabbing it. I mean, it's beautiful and really charming inside. However, on weekend nights the clientele changes from the middle aged regulars to a drunken slurry of young locals. Don't get me wrong... I join that crowd myself on occasion; but if I want to enjoy the high quality meal that I am accustomed to getting at Bills it would be a lot better experience absent the weekenders. If Bills opened up at a larger location with the same style decor and a more peaceful and less cramped atmosphere I would pay 10 to 20 % more for their food. It's that tasty. As it stands if you find yourself grumbling at an early dinner time and want to get the best bang for your buck, go here. The food is reasonably priced and damn good. read more

Bill's is amazing! My friends and I love coming here. It's a great atmosphere and the bartenders are awesome! My favorite place in hamilton!

I recently had a party for my family there and I chose the buffet. The food was okay but the poor server was alone to work the bar the other tables and my guests as well. We asked for bread and we were told no we never received any coffee or soda which was part of the package we agreed to. They didn't cut the cake or help us serve or even give us forks to use. And when we were done they took all the food and were going to reuse it, when I asked him to wrap up what we didn't eat he said no we don't do that,(most places give the left overs because they were made for your specific party and they throw away what's left because you PAID for it. But he was not having it, so I will not be going back and neither will my family. So needless to say the party was not as I expected. I really feel bad for the server he tried his best he was just overwhelmed having to do it all alone with no support. read more

The food is delicious, and the menu is surprisingly diverse. They even have quite a number of gluten-free options. My only gripe is what you normally get from these styles of establishments: the vulgar drunk clientele. There's not much they can do about that, but the food really is worth checking out all the same as it's not all the typical fare you see in the area (alligator stew?!). :-) read more

Solidly good bar food and a surprisingly good beer selection. I've lived in the area for years and years, and just recently checked this place out on a whim. It was exactly what I expected, and I mean that in a positive way. I can see myself coming back when I'm in the mood for a quick weekday meal. read more

Pretty good bar food and beers. Went in on a rainy Monday night for drinks and dinner. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive.

If I had an award for flavorful, quality dining at incredibly fair prices, this restaurant hits the bullseye. The dining room is forged from a New Jersey Historic Site with its own warmth and charm. The food offers a variety and flavors that are unmatched. Stephanie was an outstanding waitress and made certain our needs were not only met, but also in a manner where we didn't feel rushed. The meals are often served with homemade pretzels and they were delicious. We tried the app sampler and it was delicious also; NOT box frozen. I had the Pot Roast and it was the best meal I have ever eaten. We also ordered the grilled pork chop with Truffle glaze over bacon-cheddar mashed, Shepard's Pie, Bangers and Mashed and the kids had the 5 cheese, Mac n Cheese; I sampled it- unbelievably good. These meals were nothing short of amazing. This is the best restaurant I have ever eaten in and if you pass by without stopping in, you have missed the best food in the state. read more

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Great service. Funny bartender. Food is fairly expesnive. Large menu.

We continue to go to Bills for the Victory Golden Monkey on tap. I love their burgers (bacon/blue) but the fries, for some reason are looking limp and skimpy. They used to be awesome. Something happened. Fix it, will ya.. read more

Gluten free folks rejoice!!!! I tip my hat to this place for the amazing effort they make for gluten free people. My little family of three is all (medically) gluten free. My two year old is VERY sensitive to cross contamination. They were very helpful when it came to identifying the items that could potentially have cross contamination and those that were prepared separately. The proof is always in the pudding though...and no on had any kind of reaction! ....even the few fries we let our girl have did not bother her! Thank you thank you thank you so much! Up until we found this place, we were convinced our girl would never be able to enjoy a meal out with her mom and dad. Did I mention the food is really good too and the menu is marked "GF" next to such items? They also have GF beer! Woohoo! This is our new favorite place! read more

The chili is as amazing as the waitress said.... believe her. Loved the beer selection and the food! I want to go in on the bar side sometime! read more

I've been in here a few dozen times, and it wasn't because I didn't like it. It's a unique place in which the restaurant caters to the elder crowd and the 2 bars cater to the younger bunch. Food is usually very tasty and they have plenty of craft beers. Your dining experience should range from 3.5 to 5 stars, depending on how busy they are and who serves you. Tonight I had a few Golden Monkeys and left. Recommended! read more

The service here is always excellent even when they are busy and that's huge to me. But that's about as good as it gets here. The food is not so good. Edible but not enjoyable. Beer selection is limited. Not much for drink specials. The worst part is the late night crowd. I work late and this bar is very close to home but I choose further bars because the late night crowd is young and very rowdy. If you like the college feel it's perfect for you but certainly not for me. Almost every late night I've spent here there is a fist fight or near fist fight and security seems just as immature and ready to fight as the drunken patrons. read more

Bills is the spot. Feels like cheers and the food is amazing. Eat the seasonal menu!

Horrible service! No one cares about waiting on you, would rather talk to the regulars while you sit and wait for them to take your order. Pizza is burnt. Got a reward card from them when I made a large purchase one night. Was told would earn rewards every time i went. I handed them the card the next 3 times after that every time I went in and they handed back to me. By now I should have somewhere between 20-40$ in rewards. The last time I used it the kid said, oh, you have to activate it. I said I've been putting it on the bar for a year now when I come and no one ever said anything. Included him when I was in another time. He just repeated himself. Didn't care. I was very pissed! I sent 2 messages on the website. No response. They don't care. Will never step foot in there again read more

Great bar. Large selection of beer and drinks. It has a lot of space and outdoor areas. I'd say one of the best bars in Hamilton.

Ordered for the first time here, got the garlic chicken and nachos. Worst food I have eaten in a long time, chicken was some Costco looking fried chicken tenders with some sauce. Nachos were completely inedible and had to be thrown away. Wasted my money, don't eat here. read more

I have been coming here for years, and I have never had a bad meal. I love the food there. The steak is so fresh and Is a huge portion as well. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

The happy hour menu here is simply amazing. My husband and I can order a drink with at least 4 items from the menu and only spend $25. You can tell that they take the time out to put some thought into their menu items and mix it up. I recommend this place for a quick stop for lunch. read more

Happened to meet friends here for their Happy hour, good fun. The basement is very nostalgic, haven't been here in years. Shocktop beer was our beer choice and now my favorite! The food is mediocre. Went with a quesadilla and soup and it was okay, cold in the middle. Pretty much what I expected. read more

Wow! Rolling Rock on Tap with the Mac 'n Cheese what a fantastic combination!

Good food. Thanks for reaching out I am editing this review but this is the best place when we lived in Hamilton. In fact I would say this place reminds me of my best memories of living in New Jersey. Specially loved the ambience. The sandwiches. The desert with cookie and vanilla icecream on a kettle in u forgettable. This is the place similar like when u live in a quiet town everyone knows every one and this would be a daily hangout spot, there had me a service issues once or twice but I am gonna ignore that. It's been like more than 2 years I left this town. So I want to remember all good memories. If at all in lifetime if I come to New Jersey I am gonna visit this old pal of mine. read more

We try to go here about once a week with our friends. It's the perfect local tavern for us. Anna always takes good care of us! The bar food (wings, appetizers, etc.) are amazing and we often come just for buffalo chicken salads. The shrimp bisque is also a favorite when it rotates around. I would say the larger entrees tend to run on the heavier side with butter/salt which isn't my preference but they are obviously high quality. We just love the salads and sandwiches though and it's one of the best burgers in town (especially when they have the neuske bacon!) The boneless garlic wings with tots are also a favorite in our group. The prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is relaxing. Highly recommended! read more

If you want to have a great time, this is the place for you! The friendly feel and townie atmosphere keeps me coming back. I thoroughly enjoy that I can select my own music choices and am not looked at strange when I dance by myself. I highly suggest trying a ghoulie to guarantee a FANTASTIC night ;) read more

I'd love to give Bill's a positive review. Unfortunately, tonight I cannot. I am not okay with racial and sexual intolerance. A group of radical thinking individuals came in and ruined the experience. For context: beside me and my fiance at the bar this evening were a couple of gentlemen that so happened to be of Indian heritiage. They were minding their own business only to be called 'Muslim' and an assortment of racial slurs ultimately driving these men to leave the establishment. But it does not end there, I am afraid. The group to blame for the racial ignorance extended it to sexual when they shifted their slurs to the bar tender serving them. I enjoy going to Bill's. I have no qualms with their staff nor much else. However, I am not okay with, and no one should be okay with, racial and sexual intolerance. I know I am not alone in this complaint as several other patrons had also left for the same discomfort, read more

Cam to bills for lunch and the service and food was amazing. The server I had was efficient and ensures my drink was full. The food though. It has been a long time since I went to a restraunt and got to enjoy a home cooked style meal. read more

Wonderful night out! The food was absolutely amazing, and the service was incredible. From the second we entered the restaurant, the staff was so on top of everything. The hostess worked with the owner to find our party of 8 a table on a busy Saturday night. The waitress, Maria, worked so hard to provide our large party everything that we could possibly need. The drinks, appetizers, salads, meals and desserts came out perfectly! The food was delicious. We had the nachos, the steak tips, Shepherd's Pie, Pretzel chicken, pumpkin pie a la mode, all delicious! The kids meals were a great size and enough to take home for tomorrow. The food came out hot, and was so tasty. We will definitely be back again and highly recommend Bill's!!! read more

The food I had was good. But it was just a salad with so few pieces of shrimp on it for $15 not really a whole lot for that money. It said it was supposed to have crab meat but I didn't see any. Also they don't have a lot of lighter fare items on the menu mostly very high caloric and high fat read more

You really get the old feel walking into this place. It's rustic and inviting. The drink specials were very unique, but appropriate for the season. The food was very good. Lots of comfort food on the menu. I would probably come back if I were in the area. read more

Went here for the first time because of the restaurant.com coupon and had a really good time. Was really disappointed that they wouldn't accept my coupon because we chose the 2 for $22 special. Our total bill was almost $50, so what difference would that make?? It has a casual atmosphere. Everything we ordered was good! The garlic wings were great! The waitress was very energetic and pleasant. We had driven by Bill's for years and never thought to try it, but having done so we will go back again. read more

One of my favorite places for a quick burger. I enjoy the place. The staff is young and not on top of things or just maybe they dont care that much. Took three of them to figure out how to draw a black & tan or a half & half. they basically gave me a glass full of foam twice. the place... its been around for 200 years so I figure it still works. read more