This would be a MISS / NO GO for many; i personally miss a good old dive/dump bar. It's clearly…read moreseen better days (interior). At least 4 pool tables and good jukebox. Use caution inside and around Barton.

Well didn't order any food because it was pretty late when we arrived. However, the prices seem…read morepretty high versus other bars and/ pubx. They had about 12 different beers including an imported stout, local craft beers and some European beers also. For soda, they had Pepsi products. Service was good with a pretty attentive bartender. She provided friendly and fairly quick service. lathe ambiance felt like an old English style pub with the additional trivia night area in the back.

Food and service very great and on par with all good pubs. Only downside was it was karaoke night…read moreso got very loud.

I had to do it again because I just do. 5 stars why go to other bars. I'd rather drink an ipa on…read moreMars. Smoke cigs and watch passing cars.

Coming from the Craft beer capital I made many efforts to try local and when eating nextdoor I…read morecould not resist a chalkboard that said 50+ beers. Most placed I'd been to had small selections of their own beer, but to me you have to really diversity to get to that 50 plateau and I was right. 50+ beers from all over (even back home). Steady changing selections of all craft, some local, but as varied as anyone can get around here. It's dark, small, warm, cozy, inviting, but ultimately weird. Hipster AF. I was glad to see some classic cocktails on the menu which I also tried, but there is a weird bottle neck at the chalkboard as it narrows to the bar opening which makes ordering just awkward if the bar itself isn't open. They do an interesting thing asking for your name instead of tabbing you via a card to hold, but that also doesn't seem to be a Canadian thing like it is back in the States. My pisco sour was excellent, fresh juice, fresh egg white, well shaken, though I'm more a fan of metal on metal and I'm starting to think kold-draft is a luxury as many places simply don't have it. Kold draft or even 2+ inch molded ice has a very unique clang that I like. Ultimately bad if your shaking with glass though. My friends had a few lagers and ales which Hamilton is more known for than IPA's. We sat at the back where it was quite and we could hear ourselves instead of shouting over people. They have board games which I imagine is great fun and even a back patio which I imagine goes off in the summer. The staff are friendly and pretty knowledgeable, but I'd have like to seem a little more eye in the sky control, in that regard it's more barista than bar. On any given night here you'll hear conversations of beard oil, compost, prius', and other hipster topics. It's quietly romantic and dark so no one will bother you whatever your opinions are. If a Portland hipster mated with a San Francisco hipster, The Brain would be their baby.

First arrived, with no cash. That was my own fault but they have atm's so you can correct this…read moremistake because everything from entry to the drinks at the bar is cash only. Not sharing that to be a deterrent, just to be aware, because this place is great! This place has two distinct areas with two distinct vibes (at least when I went), with one being R&B and dance songs, and the other being country. They have plenty of areas to hang out at, and the overall vibe is a healthy balance between hype and chill! Everyone was super friendly from the security, bar staff, and the patrons themselves! Recommend dropping in.

This place has started to become my home within the past year, they have the best vibe, best staff,…read morethe best production & the BEST DJ bookings in Hamilton!

Reservation: Request done via e-mail. The owner Bruno was very good and helpful. Rating 4.5/5…read morestars. Food: Ordered the soup of the day tonight. It was turkey vegetable It was extremely salty to the taste and was a generous size bowl serving. Chicken Butts: Boneless chicken fried and coated with buffalo sauce. It was not spicy at all and only 6 smallish sized pieces. Could be a bit better. 3/5 Server: Not attentive at all. i had to go to the bar to flag someone down and have her tell the server that i wanted to order some food and had waited over 2 hrs. She kept avoiding me. Not good for the server and so she's not going to get a tip. She didn't even come by to ask if my bf wanted another drink. 0/5 stars. Entertainment: Lots of tvs with sports playing at all times. Friday music night was awesome though! It is a local band and the sound system was amazing. They sounded wonderful! 5/5

I usually go there for the buy a pound get a pound half off wings on Wednesdays. Everytime I do…read morethey never disappoint and I crave them all the time. They are pretty quick in service being it is a bar. Great atmosphere and definitely worth the money and 5 stars!

Pretty neat atmosphere for those who are into alternative/alt-adjacent scenes. The food is alright,…read moreit's generic pub/bar food with nothing I'd come back for but if you like to drink this would be a chill place to hang out. My friends and I popped in for a local show which was hosted upstairs. Their upstairs bar is really cute, I loved the decorations and vintage arcade style games. Staff is very friendly & unpretentious. I really enjoyed the music choice (not the bands, but rather the restaurant's actual playlist). It's great that they support local and small touring artists but the lineup of the show we went to that night unfortunately sucked but it's not the restaurant's fault. I don't drink so I'm mainly basing my review on what I thought of their food. I had a burger which was pretty mid, was lowkey giving sysco & my friends got nachos which also looked meh. To be fair they don't advertise themselves as anything more than a place that serves "shitty nachos" (there's a sign inside that literally says this lol). If they had better food this place would be a solid 4.5 but because it leans towards more of a 'bar' I give this place a 3.5. Great atmosphere.

I came hear the other night for the first time (as Ooey Gooey's) for live band karaoke and had a…read moreblast. There is a downstairs bar and restaurant, and upstairs is the music venue room which is a nice size for a decent but small crowd. There is also a bar upstairs, along with vintage pinball machines and arcade games. Drink prices are good, I love that they have a serve yourself ice water station. I got a purple seltzer on tap - yum! The singers were very good, the band was outstanding and the vibes could not be beat. What a great night of dancing and singing along. Next time I'll try one now that I see what the deal is. Service was good, there weren't hardly any lines or wait for drinks. I would definitely come here again for another rock show - LOVE that they sell ear plugs at the bar for $1.50, you will need them!

I've had several fun nights at Levity seeing friends in shows. You go up a glass elevator that…read morelooks out into the street up to a funky bar and lounge with amazing vintage decor. There are tons of record covers, vintage toys and rock and roll memorabilia - great vibe. In the back is the theatre space with tables for guests so they can drink and dine throughout the show. They've got it down to a science. Wait staff take orders before and during the show and restock drinks and even check you out / close your tab before the show ends. A few of us shared chicken quesadillas and double chicken wings with 2 kinds of sauce which were all very good. They've got made to order cocktails, beer and cider as well as canned cocktails. I heard on amateur night the wings are half off. A few of my friends have taken the classes and really enjoyed them. I've enjoyed seeing them and their classmates nail their class shows. All of the comedians I've seen at Levity have been very funny in they own unique way. The Día de los Muertos show tonight was a beautiful night of music, storytelling, comedy and remembering and honoring our lost loved ones. Edith Chavez hosted and curated the evening. All of the performers and the music was heartfelt and genuine. Looking forward to the next show / event!

Super fun night. I am so happy we decided to go. The staff were friendly. The sauce on the wings…read moreseemed to be watered down but, I would definitely return :)

Best cocktail bar in the Hammer. Superb martinis custom made. Don't hesitate to ask for a…read morecustomized cocktail or order something adventurous.

Such a great place. I loved the cocktail I had. I actually don't drink but they came up with a…read morewonderful nonalcoholic cocktail for me. They were really considerate, they came back frequently to check on us and handled the bills in a way where they were just great -- giving us all individual bills without even having to ask. Just amazing service