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    Hamilton's

    4.1 (88 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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    Lobster Roll & Truffle Fries
    Torrie M.

    Very beautiful restaurant and delicious food!! We started with the spinach dip. It was creamy and delicious!! The chips were fine but it was so thick that crostini really would have complimented it. My lobster roll was very good and I couldn't finish it! The fries were perfect!! Also my cocktail was refreshing. Service was awesome and the food arrived quickly. I would definitely go back!

    Menu
    Alisia V.

    Service is always with a smile and the food is delish. I still have to make it to the rooftop bar. Last night was the lobster roll and chips. The lobster roll was great, the chips were meh. Tonight's dinner was half roasted chicken (not a chicken on steroids) good size, could still be shared if need be. Very nice vibe and plenty to choose from the menu. Enjoy!

    Steak frites medium rare
    Beth H.

    Very nice spot on a corner with valet parking. We happened in and they were able to seat the three of us for dinner. It was about 6pm. If you have somewhere to be, this is not the place to eat on a Saturday night. It's a posh dining room with huge windows, elegant tables and low lights. The server was very nice but slow and forgetful. I ordered the steak frites which was perfect. Perfect temp, great little salad and the most delicious French fries. Mom had Mac and cheese side. It was rich and flavorful with a bit of a crust on top. My husband's smash burger was fine but he said the cheese was odd. All and all a good visit but much slower than expected. Server greeted us saying she'd be back and she didn't come back. We asked the host just for some water. We were ready to order food before we had drinks and she forgot the appetizer, which finally came out with the food. Wine list is fine but small. The Love Letter from Annette was very sweet but good. The coffee is amazing. Highly recommended if considering.

    Cocktail
    Kyle H.

    The restaurant was so beautiful on the inside. But overall it was lackluster. I will cut them some slack and assume some of the missteps were because it was a busy Valentines weekend. The food tasted really good but it took over an hour and a half to receive it. The steak had a great flavor but we had to send it back twice and ultimately just not wanting it because they could not cook a medium rare steak to save their lives. The wait stay was really good and attentive otherwise.

    Ambiance
    Simone E.

    Located inside The Godfrey Hotel, this restaurant is gorgeous. It's simple, modern, and the aesthetics were everything. While I was capturing some of the views, there was a woman with braids sitting with her laptop who started shouting at me not to record her. I completely understand why people don't want to be in pictures, but since she seemed like she worked there, it felt a little unprofessional. It did leave a bit of a sour taste in my mouth. Aside from that, we were seated quickly and noticed there's even outdoor seating available. The music was a mix of 90s and early 2000s R&B, which immediately put us in a good mood. For drinks, my friend and I ordered pineapple mimosas, and they were amazing. I even asked if they were made with fresh pineapple juice because they were that good. The only con was that they weren't bottomless. For food, my friend ordered the hashbrowns, and I had the pancakes with a side of bacon. Both were amazing. The bacon was perfectly crispy with a portion size that exceeded expectations, and the pancakes had the perfect balance of crisp and softness paired with syrup. Just so good. My friend really enjoyed her hashbrowns too, she just mentioned they could've used some hot sauce. Our server was attentive the whole time, which I appreciated. Despite the awkward encounter in the beginning, I'd definitely come back for brunch or dinner and would recommend this spot. The decor and aesthetic make it a great place for celebrations, work events, or birthdays. Thank you for having us! PS: This is a 4.5 / 5 review

    De Twa 75
    Amy W.

    We came here for brunch after staying the night in the hotel. I have been here several times but only for drinks and I was very excited to try their food. Their drinks were spot on. I love eggs Benedict and decided on the crab cake eggs Benedict. Omg!!! The best. I absolutely pigged out. It was sooo good. I will say that although the bartender was sweet and very personable, he was also pretty slow though. The place was hopping and needed someone who could keep up. Either way, we enjoyed ourselves and look forward to coming back!

    Heart of Glass
    Soleil K.

    We came here for dinner reservations the evening of Valentines Day at 8:15pm. We arrived on time and it took about 10 minutes for us to be led to our table. Hostess was very welcoming and dressed for the festive evening. Once we were seated, I heard the table next to us very upset and telling the waitress how they've been waiting over an hour to get their food. I then started looking around and noticed an abundance of hungry faces and empty tables. That in itself was a bad sign. The table next to us also mentioned how a different table that came in after them had gotten their food already. Sure enough, that's exactly how our night ended up going. Drinks came around 9:00pm and the food finally came around 10:00pm. Not only was the food not worth the wait, but it was also not cooked correctly. I ordered a filet to be cooked medium. It came out medium well. I sent it back and it came out well done. Our waitress was just as frustrated as me. Chris, the floor manager/supervisor, was trying his hardest to accommodate and to do damage control. At that point we were hungry and just ready to go. They ended up just boxing our food to go and guess what I found when I looked inside my container. A third filet cooked well done. I sent it back and told them to just forget it. I'm not sure what was going wrong in that kitchen, but I can imagine utter chaos. Majority of folks seated had much disappointment on their faces as well. The hotel and restaurant were both booked to capacity for the entire weekend and it was very apparent that they were not prepared. A total let down for dinner, to say the least.

    Antonia F.

    While staying at The Godfrey we went here for breakfast twice. Both times everything was really good, except the pancakes, which were very average according to my husband. The ambiance is lovely, with a calm and modern vibe and service was friendly. The standouts were the potatoes and chicken sausage. I recommend Hamilton's whether staying at the hotel or not.

    Lindsay G.

    Honestly, Hamilton's has become one of my new favorite spots in Corktown. Located in the Godfrey Hotel, the atmosphere gives a casual, yet modern and luxurious feel, making it the perfect spot for a date, meeting with friends, or dinner with family. The cocktails are classy and unique; my personal favorite being the Garden of Daisies, rimmed with hibiscus sugar! One of the best cocktails I've had! The oysters, ahi tuna crudo tartine, and lobster bisque were absolutely delightful! Their lobster bisque was velvety and generous with sweet lobster, and easily is the best lobster bisque I've had in metro Detroit. I really enjoyed the unique combination of the summer bean salad with lemon-lavender vinaigrette! The only critique from my friend and I was that the salad was pretty pepper heavy, so next time I will ask for less pepper seasoning. The final ending was the dessert and it sure did complete the whole experience. Even if you're full, you must order the bougie-dark chocolate cheesecake... and thank me later. Overall incredible experience and I am looking forward to returning soon! The service, presentation and attention to detail is second to none!

    Carrot cake and other desserts
    Lauren W.

    This restaurant is a 10/10 in all areas! We came here for my birthday on a Thursday night, we were greeted quickly and sat. The restaurant is very open, bright and airy. Our server was very attentive and friendly. The food was all amazing. The seafood items were so fresh and delicious. We got the whole branzino for the table to share and it was very flakey, with great flavor. We shared multiple apps and dishes (in the photos) it was a great meal and we will definitely be back.

    Champaign
    Michelle R.

    This place is delicious! It's was ur first night here and our first time in Detroit. We will def. Be coming back. We ordered the breakfast this morning and we had dinner as well. The place was clean, great customer service by Mel. It was such a beautiful place.

    Sherri S.

    If potatoes are on the menu, I'm ordering them!!!! These breakfast potatoes didn't disappoint. Crunchy exterior, well seasoned and fluffy interior. The eggs Benedict wasn't the best I've had, but not terrible. Bacon was cooked to perfection. An Irish coffee is never a bad idea....I was quite happy!!!! Beautiful decor, really nice staff, windows facing Michigan Ave so great for people watching.

    Many drink options
    Jasleen S.

    The staff was excellent! Extremely kind and helpful. The restaurant itself is very nice casual place for drinks. Would not recommend the food though. Went with a party of 6 and all of the party did not like any of the food options. Def don't come for the food

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    Popped in during happy hour while checking out our daughter's new neighborhood. Loved the creative…read moreAsian fusion menu items. Sampled several menu items and they were all delicious.An owner was waiting on us, and he and the rest of the staff were attentive and fun. The Charlevoix has a great neighborhood bar vibe- there were several families as well as many people looking like they were meet after work. We look forward to returning!

    Road construction is going on currently so it makes it challenging to get here, but it's clean and…read moremodern inside and looks like a place I would frequent if I lived in the area. I started with the Toucan Sam drink which was the only rum drink on their menu of specialty cocktails. It's a really good drink that is slightly bitter due to the campari and toasted almond bitters. For food, I was craving a burger but I visited on the wrong day. I chose the Thai style wings and a carne asada taco. Wings - the wings were decent but I got tired of eating them after the first 2. The thai peppers that it came with were not very spicy at all. The meat was also a little challenging to get off the bones for some reason. Taco - I enjoyed this better than the wings, even though this was smaller. Service was decent but not perfect. I was already ready to leave and then they asked if I wanted another drink. They were about 5 mins late since the bar area wasn't actively manned during a majority of my visit.

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    Window seating with garage doors that can open up

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