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Namu! I am so happy that you have arrived in Dundas! As a pacific northwester, Japanese cuisine (and in winter, Ramen) is part of our dining DNA. As a resident of Portland, OR, we know what makes amazing Japanese, thanks to several of the top-rated Japanese restaurants in the world calling our city home. Whenever I return to Dundas, I am always seeking out new Japanese cuisine - and Namu does a nice job. While the initial experience at Namu was strange, the food was great. Initially, the staff was unsure if they could seat me, so I offered to takeaway my meal. This became slightly problematic since they seemed as if they had never had an in-person takeaway order. After several minutes, we got everything sorted, and I was waiting for the ramen. While this ramen and Japanese cuisine is slightly adjusted to entice a new market in Dundas/west Hamilton, the food is still great. I was shocked to be enjoying the ramen as much as I did, albeit the $22-$25 price is absolutely too high. It is awesome to see more options coming to the area, and I am sure things will only improve. I am so excited to see how much better things get! The takeaway experience and containers could and should be improved. They are prone to spilling and are covered in plastic wrap that becomes extremely greasy and oily after a few minutes. The timing for orders was way off, since I was quoted 25-35 minutes, and was instead given my order within three minutes after ordering a beer. I am sure the in-house dining experience is much different.
Very nice food here. The service was excellent as well. We had a fig salad to start with which was supposedly excellent. I had the spring roll burgers and there were very tasty, nice dipping sauce and a cheesy sauce on the plate as well. Then we had general tap bowl which was very tasty and quite large. I really enjoyed that. I also had the katsu chicken curry stuffed with Mozzerella cheese, it was very good too. Very rich but good. We liked the whole meal a lot but I have to say it was a little rich for us maybe from eating at home for a while but it sort of upset our stomachs afterwards.. Maybe just not used to that strong flavoured food or it was all fried as well which could have led to it. The portions are also quote large, we certainly didn't need as much as we ordered and would cut back if we come back.
Came here while on a small trip with my girlfriend. We came here expecting to have takeout since we assumed that they would have no dine-in because Toronto had no dine-ins at the time. But I guess Hamiltons regulations were different and we ended up eating in. Namu is a mid-range asian fusion restaurant, ranging from $25-$80 per person. They bring an inspiring menu, transforming classic dishes like shumai and making it fancy by using lobster and shrimp. Or taking a spring rolls and making it an American springroll with AAA beef and the classics of a burger. We ended up getting a some snacks instead of a full meal. We got Sushi tacos which we thought were a little overpriced ($15) for 4 pieces. We think that $12/$13 may be a more appropriate price. And we also got (I think) the Dundas roll ($17.5), also a little pricey but still good. Namu has a beautiful romantic atmosphere with great service. If you're looking for a special night out I definitely recommend coming here.
After many years of hearing rave reviews I finally ventured to Dundas and tried Namu for my boyfriend's birthday. The resto has an amazing vibe, seats around 30, and clean. We ordered: 1. Calamari: there was so much! Battered lightly and deliciously savoury 2. Bulgogi Fries: this was my least favorite because the bulgogi was extremely dry but the sauce was amazing with the fries 3. Unami Pasta: !!! Get this !!! The sauce was phenomenal and the amount of seafood is actually mind blowing. 4. Gnocchi: the beef was tender and the gnocchi was pillowy. After eating this I went home and bought my own to satisfy cravings. The service was excellent. Food came out fast and hot. Waters were constantly refilled. Will be back !
The ambiance was nice and the presentation was pretty, but the food did not taste as good as I expected. I ordered a Katsu curry and my friend, the okonomyaki. It was quite expensive (see menu) compared to other places we've been, and I may have had higher expectations upon seeing the dish. I may be slightly biased since I couldn't help but compare it against Katsuya, but frankly I was very disappointed when I took the first mouthful. It wasn't bad but it was nowhere near Katsuya's katsu curries. It was also more than 1.5x the price. The experience overall wasn't bad but it wasn't particularly great either. I will not be returning to this place because I did not feel that my experience was worth my spendings here. All the same, thank you to the restaurant staff for your efforts and best of luck through these tough times.
We were intrigued by all the good reviews of this Asian fusion restaurant (not many places in Hamilton for good Asian food) and decided to check it out. What we ended up finding even more intriguing was that this is a house that has been converted into a restaurant. It was very cute and cozy, but definitely stuffy at the same time. We tried the... Pork belly bao ($14 for 2, Rating: 4/5) - This was very flavourful and well-balanced. It actually tasted kind of like the Peking duck wraps (probably because of the hoisin sauce and cucumber, haha). One critique is that the pork belly was a tad bit dry on the outside. As well, although this was pretty good and they gave us thick pork belly cuts, I don't think it was worth $14...I didn't take a picture of this but check out the reel on @guoingcrazy4food to see it! Seoul Poutine ($15, Rating: 5/5) - The fries were soo golden and crispy, yet fluffy on the inside!! Literally some TOP TIER goodness. They were also LOADED with toppings (fried kimchi, minced dry aged beef bulgogi, corn, sour cream, and cheese). Namu Burger ($24, Rating: 1/5) - This came with Canadian bison and dry aged rib eye, old cheddar, maple bacon, arugula, beer mustard and black garlic aioli, with choice of fries or salad on the side. We weren't too big of a fan of the flavours, and we also noticed a lack of texture -- everything was kind of just soft and mushy. The buns were also a no-no...not toasted and they were like those buns you buy for summer bbqs. Aside from the food, the ambiance was very inviting for family dinners, an outing with a small group of friends, or a date. The staff were also all very welcoming and friendly!
I have been waiting all year to try this restaurant as I have heard nothing but good things. Finally enlisted my friend to go with me. Namu is located in Dundas at almost the end of King St. E in the cutest little cottage, homey looking house. They do not have parking in the back but there is a lot of free street parking after 6pm. It is owned by the most adorable couple. We went on a Friday and half the place was reserved and we felt lucky to get a table for 2. The menu is small but there is so much to try! The food is what you would call Asian Fusion with elements of Chinese, Japanese and Korean cuisine. I had the shrimp croquette baos and my friend had the Seoul poutine, both very savoury. For our mains, I had the kimchi fried rice with ribeye steak and my friend had the miso ramen. I would definitly recommend both of these dishes, they were savoury and to die for. For dessert we had the chocolate mousse dessert with pomegranate. It was just the right amount of rich chocolate and hint of fruity flavour. I am definitely going back again to try other dishes! Service was great too!
The food here is great! I've tried the chicken katsu curry, rib-eye steak, kimchi fries and bulgogi burger to date and they all have been tasty except for the bulgogi burger, which could have been better. I like their chicken katsu curry and rib-eye steak the most. The chicken katsu curry is filled with mozzarella cheese, yum. This restaurant is a nice date night spot. Atmosphere feels sophisticated and there's always jazz music playing suitable for the atmosphere.
Namu has quickly become one of my favourite spots to eat in Hamilton. The restaurant delivers both in terms of food and atmosphere. It's located in a cozy renovated house with charming decor. The menu has several fabulous options that follow the restaurant's Asian fusion theme. We started with the Asian Fried Chicken Homemade Steam Buns for an appetizer, which were delicious. There are three other steam bun options that I need to get back and try! The mains were perfectly portioned for dinner. Many of the options are the Asian tastes we've come to love (think bibimbap, ramen, and miso) with an extra twist. The service was excellent; our waiter was attentive and provide suggestions about the menu. I'm looking forward to returning to this gem in Dundas.
Wow! This place is amazing! You walk into a peaceful environment with piano jazz music with tastefully decorated interior. It's a small restaurant but with a big taste. We loved it so much, we went back the next night. Miso black cod was done to perfection with Asian flair. Korean chicken wing was amazing! Grilled octopus was cooked perfect not chewy at all. Each plate is presented artfully in a earthy vessels. I especially liked the carved wooden bowl. We also had home made Spanish cheesecake for desert but forgot to take a photo. It was gone! Yes, it too was amazing! I wish I lived close. I would come and eat here often.
EVERYTHING, yes everything!! We had on the menu was absolutely amazing and this is coming from a serious foodie!! Who would've thought such a hidden gem would be located in sleepy Dundas! Good thing I made a reservation for 7... it surprised me how busy the restaurant was! Every table was occupied! Everyone in my party, even the super picky people - LOVED the food!! We already think this will be our new fav spot! Definitely coming again x10000 Only down side, they don't have fancy cocktails if you're into that. They do have different types of wine, beer and sake and soju
We had a great experience at Namu start to finish. I just found out about this place today and knew we had to go ASAP. I got the pear ginger cocktail which was refreshing and pretty good size - lasted throughout our meal. We got 4 appetizers for two of us to share: sushi tacos, fried chicken, lobster shumai and beef bao. Sushi tacos were my favorite for sure. I love ahi tuna and the texture and spice were perfection. The flavor of the KFC Fried chicken was really tasty as well. We got a little messy and had to wash our hands several times, but overall great experience. Service was excellent. Ambiance was nice. We'll definitely be back to try more things. read more
Came here a few weeks ago for appetizers/a light dinner with a friend because we were intrigued by the menu. It's not often that we find East Asian food in this area, so we had high hopes considering the reviews. Although our food tasted and looked great, the prices seemed a bit too high for the portion size and ingredients. I could see these prices at a fine dining establishment, but the ambiance felt more of a typical local bar/restaurant than fine dining. Perhaps we're too used to the plethora of East Asian food options in the GTA. I will say that the use of Cumbrae's meat stood out in the poutine (super tender!), as well as the rich broth in the shumai. read more
i had really high expectations of the food here because it was listed as korean & italian fusion - two of my favorite cuisines!! the menu was interesting and intriguing, a struggle to choose what to order for sure. we settled with calamari as the appetizer, which unfortunately was very stingy with the toppings (you can see there are like 2 scallions and 1 pepper)...but the coating also fell off easily as you were eating them. Would not order this again :( the drink was yummy and fairly priced, some kind of pear / ginger beer combination. stronger than i expected but can never complain about that lol. the pasta was VERY heavy! which i personally like but it did fill me up prettyyyyy fast. the gnocchi was amazingly umami and the meat perfectly flavored. the dishes were all on the more oily side which contributed to the heaviness. the seafood pasta was very generous with the seafood!!!! impressive!!! worth a try for sure. read more
4 months ago
3 years ago
Namu! I am so happy that you have arrived in Dundas! As a pacific northwester, Japanese cuisine (and in winter, Ramen) is part of our dining DNA. As a resident of Portland, OR, we know what makes amazing Japanese, thanks to several of the top-rated Japanese restaurants in the world calling our city home. Whenever I return to Dundas, I am always seeking out new Japanese cuisine - and Namu does a nice job. While the initial experience at Namu was strange, the food was great. Initially, the staff was unsure if they could seat me, so I offered to takeaway my meal. This became slightly problematic since they seemed as if they had never had an in-person takeaway order. After several minutes, we got everything sorted, and I was waiting for the ramen. While this ramen and Japanese cuisine is slightly adjusted to entice a new market in Dundas/west Hamilton, the food is still great. I was shocked to be enjoying the ramen as much as I did, albeit the $22-$25 price is absolutely too high. It is awesome to see more options coming to the area, and I am sure things will only improve. I am so excited to see how much better things get! The takeaway experience and containers could and should be improved. They are prone to spilling and are covered in plastic wrap that becomes extremely greasy and oily after a few minutes. The timing for orders was way off, since I was quoted 25-35 minutes, and was instead given my order within three minutes after ordering a beer. I am sure the in-house dining experience is much different. read more
Very nice food here. The service was excellent as well. We had a fig salad to start with which was supposedly excellent. I had the spring roll burgers and there were very tasty, nice dipping sauce and a cheesy sauce on the plate as well. Then we had general tap bowl which was very tasty and quite large. I really enjoyed that. I also had the katsu chicken curry stuffed with Mozzerella cheese, it was very good too. Very rich but good. We liked the whole meal a lot but I have to say it was a little rich for us maybe from eating at home for a while but it sort of upset our stomachs afterwards.. Maybe just not used to that strong flavoured food or it was all fried as well which could have led to it. The portions are also quote large, we certainly didn't need as much as we ordered and would cut back if we come back. read more
Came here while on a small trip with my girlfriend. We came here expecting to have takeout since we assumed that they would have no dine-in because Toronto had no dine-ins at the time. But I guess Hamiltons regulations were different and we ended up eating in. Namu is a mid-range asian fusion restaurant, ranging from $25-$80 per person. They bring an inspiring menu, transforming classic dishes like shumai and making it fancy by using lobster and shrimp. Or taking a spring rolls and making it an American springroll with AAA beef and the classics of a burger. We ended up getting a some snacks instead of a full meal. We got Sushi tacos which we thought were a little overpriced ($15) for 4 pieces. We think that $12/$13 may be a more appropriate price. And we also got (I think) the Dundas roll ($17.5), also a little pricey but still good. Namu has a beautiful romantic atmosphere with great service. If you're looking for a special night out I definitely recommend coming here. read more
After many years of hearing rave reviews I finally ventured to Dundas and tried Namu for my boyfriend's birthday. The resto has an amazing vibe, seats around 30, and clean. We ordered: 1. Calamari: there was so much! Battered lightly and deliciously savoury 2. Bulgogi Fries: this was my least favorite because the bulgogi was extremely dry but the sauce was amazing with the fries 3. Unami Pasta: !!! Get this !!! The sauce was phenomenal and the amount of seafood is actually mind blowing. 4. Gnocchi: the beef was tender and the gnocchi was pillowy. After eating this I went home and bought my own to satisfy cravings. The service was excellent. Food came out fast and hot. Waters were constantly refilled. Will be back ! read more
3 years ago
The ambiance was nice and the presentation was pretty, but the food did not taste as good as I expected. I ordered a Katsu curry and my friend, the okonomyaki. It was quite expensive (see menu) compared to other places we've been, and I may have had higher expectations upon seeing the dish. I may be slightly biased since I couldn't help but compare it against Katsuya, but frankly I was very disappointed when I took the first mouthful. It wasn't bad but it was nowhere near Katsuya's katsu curries. It was also more than 1.5x the price. The experience overall wasn't bad but it wasn't particularly great either. I will not be returning to this place because I did not feel that my experience was worth my spendings here. All the same, thank you to the restaurant staff for your efforts and best of luck through these tough times. read more
4 years ago
We were intrigued by all the good reviews of this Asian fusion restaurant (not many places in Hamilton for good Asian food) and decided to check it out. What we ended up finding even more intriguing was that this is a house that has been converted into a restaurant. It was very cute and cozy, but definitely stuffy at the same time. We tried the... Pork belly bao ($14 for 2, Rating: 4/5) - This was very flavourful and well-balanced. It actually tasted kind of like the Peking duck wraps (probably because of the hoisin sauce and cucumber, haha). One critique is that the pork belly was a tad bit dry on the outside. As well, although this was pretty good and they gave us thick pork belly cuts, I don't think it was worth $14...I didn't take a picture of this but check out the reel on @guoingcrazy4food to see it! Seoul Poutine ($15, Rating: 5/5) - The fries were soo golden and crispy, yet fluffy on the inside!! Literally some TOP TIER goodness. They were also LOADED with toppings (fried kimchi, minced dry aged beef bulgogi, corn, sour cream, and cheese). Namu Burger ($24, Rating: 1/5) - This came with Canadian bison and dry aged rib eye, old cheddar, maple bacon, arugula, beer mustard and black garlic aioli, with choice of fries or salad on the side. We weren't too big of a fan of the flavours, and we also noticed a lack of texture -- everything was kind of just soft and mushy. The buns were also a no-no...not toasted and they were like those buns you buy for summer bbqs. Aside from the food, the ambiance was very inviting for family dinners, an outing with a small group of friends, or a date. The staff were also all very welcoming and friendly! read more
4 years ago
Quaint restaurant that's on the pricier side and food wasn't really hot when it came but it was very tasty! read more
I have been waiting all year to try this restaurant as I have heard nothing but good things. Finally enlisted my friend to go with me. Namu is located in Dundas at almost the end of King St. E in the cutest little cottage, homey looking house. They do not have parking in the back but there is a lot of free street parking after 6pm. It is owned by the most adorable couple. We went on a Friday and half the place was reserved and we felt lucky to get a table for 2. The menu is small but there is so much to try! The food is what you would call Asian Fusion with elements of Chinese, Japanese and Korean cuisine. I had the shrimp croquette baos and my friend had the Seoul poutine, both very savoury. For our mains, I had the kimchi fried rice with ribeye steak and my friend had the miso ramen. I would definitly recommend both of these dishes, they were savoury and to die for. For dessert we had the chocolate mousse dessert with pomegranate. It was just the right amount of rich chocolate and hint of fruity flavour. I am definitely going back again to try other dishes! Service was great too! read more
The food here is great! I've tried the chicken katsu curry, rib-eye steak, kimchi fries and bulgogi burger to date and they all have been tasty except for the bulgogi burger, which could have been better. I like their chicken katsu curry and rib-eye steak the most. The chicken katsu curry is filled with mozzarella cheese, yum. This restaurant is a nice date night spot. Atmosphere feels sophisticated and there's always jazz music playing suitable for the atmosphere. read more
4 years ago
Absolutely delicious food. The restaurant ambiance is really nice and our server was great! read more
7 years ago
Namu has quickly become one of my favourite spots to eat in Hamilton. The restaurant delivers both in terms of food and atmosphere. It's located in a cozy renovated house with charming decor. The menu has several fabulous options that follow the restaurant's Asian fusion theme. We started with the Asian Fried Chicken Homemade Steam Buns for an appetizer, which were delicious. There are three other steam bun options that I need to get back and try! The mains were perfectly portioned for dinner. Many of the options are the Asian tastes we've come to love (think bibimbap, ramen, and miso) with an extra twist. The service was excellent; our waiter was attentive and provide suggestions about the menu. I'm looking forward to returning to this gem in Dundas. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Wow! This place is amazing! You walk into a peaceful environment with piano jazz music with tastefully decorated interior. It's a small restaurant but with a big taste. We loved it so much, we went back the next night. Miso black cod was done to perfection with Asian flair. Korean chicken wing was amazing! Grilled octopus was cooked perfect not chewy at all. Each plate is presented artfully in a earthy vessels. I especially liked the carved wooden bowl. We also had home made Spanish cheesecake for desert but forgot to take a photo. It was gone! Yes, it too was amazing! I wish I lived close. I would come and eat here often. read more
7 years ago
EVERYTHING, yes everything!! We had on the menu was absolutely amazing and this is coming from a serious foodie!! Who would've thought such a hidden gem would be located in sleepy Dundas! Good thing I made a reservation for 7... it surprised me how busy the restaurant was! Every table was occupied! Everyone in my party, even the super picky people - LOVED the food!! We already think this will be our new fav spot! Definitely coming again x10000 Only down side, they don't have fancy cocktails if you're into that. They do have different types of wine, beer and sake and soju read more
6 years ago
3 years ago
This place is a recommendation from my boyfriend's sister in law. Quite closed from their condo which where we stayed in for the weekend. It's a neat little place, with friendly staff unfortunately the service took so long. My bf's brother food took forever to come out, he ended up taking it to go. The price is quite pricey too. For appetizers we ordered Seoul poutine. A poutine with twist of Korean flavor. It was exceed my expectations. Nice crispy fries, flavorful seasoning, good bulgogi, you just can't stop eating it. A bit spicy adding the depth. For dinner I ordered handmade steamed buns sandwich so was my bf. Only difference I opt for Korean bbq rib eye and he choose pull pork. The brother ordered roasted miso marinated black cod. My bun really awesome! I love the meat tender, juicy, flavorful some spicy. The bun soft like a pillow. I like everything about it. My bf tried mine and regretted his choice if the rate solely based on taste and only for me it'd be higher rating. But considering other factors I think 3 is sufficient. read more
6 years ago
This is a cute little restaurant in Dundas that has great food! We went around lunch and it wasn't too busy so the food came out very promptly. The food was delicious and I would recommend this place to everyone. The fried chicken steamed bun sandwich was definitely the star of the show, and I will definitely come back to get it again. The big Mac Spring roll was also really delicious and I would also have that again. The ramen is very good, however, I probably wouldn't get it again as I have had better ramen. Next time I come I will definitely be trying more of the steamed bun sandwiches! read more
5 years ago
6 years ago
So amazing!!! Everything that my dad and I ate here was superb. We ordered an array of appetizers including the Chili Shrimp, Lobster and Shrimp SiuMai Dimsuum and the Pork Steamed bun sandwhich. For dessert we had a chocolate mousse and matcha cheese cake. My personal favourite was the chili shrimp, they were so juicy and flavourful! The matcha cheesecake was perfect and the pomegranates on the mousse was a perfect touch of sour in contrast to the sweet chocolate! I also loved the atmosphere. Its a small restaurant, but doesn't feel crowded. Can't wait to come back! read more
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Pretty good. The food is fun and well priced. The Big Mac roll was boring and the fig salad had too much dressing for my taste, but tartar, sushi tacos and eggplant dip were great. Def recommend and will return. read more
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