The drinks were great. Had the premium old fashioned. Went for dinner and drinks with a girl friend of mine. Ambience had a good smokey romantic feel. Ordered the burger and a side salad. DO NOT ORDER THE SIDE SALAD. I don't usually complain but the first and only bite of the salad left my mouth feeling like I was chewing on sand. What kind of food leaves you with that kind of texture?? I spoke with the server and she let me replace the side dish with the fries but I still don't know what I ate... For the next ten minutes I was trying to wash down the sand with my old fashioned cocktail to no avail.... Overall average. And super disappointed with my first bite. #crunchingawayonthatsand read more

What a gem this place is. I have been here quite a few times and will return again and again. From the servers to the bartenders, all of the staff is wonderful. They chat you up just enough with a smile that gets anyone in a good mood. Though having good staff is almost the most important, the food is what brings us here. IMO the neighborhood doesn't have the greatest food options..but this is by far one of the best in the area. The Philly Cheese steak is delicious and I never ever leave a fry behind. The grilled cheese is also one of my favs. Whiskey bar or naht I get the gin. Bees knees is the bees knees for sure. I absolutely love the dark cherry garnish. My boyfriend loves the bramble and gets that every time. We try to sneak into the awesome elevated corner seat in the back. You can't miss it. Best seat in the house Go here!! read more

This is a fantastic bar with a diverse selection of bourbon and Scotch! Apparently they just opened last week and the food is great. We tried the chicken liver pate and warm scotch egg (pork belly sausage wrapped around an egg) which were both delectable. We especially loved the baked mac and cheese though which was creamy and decadent with a great crust! Mike was manning the bar and was extremely friendly, offering recommendations on all of the drinks. It especially helped a bourbon newbie like me try something new. Looks like I'll have to swing by again the next time we're in NYC! read more

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This place is amazing. The space is small and intimate but has the potential to seat large parties which is always a huge plus. The food? Fantastic. The grilled cheese is absolutely amazing. The Mac and cheese, fries, and BLT were also top notch. The bar also had an excellent selection of interesting draft beers and the cocktails are amazing. I will definitely be frequenting this place. read more

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A long-awaited gem for this neighborhood, run by a charming Scotsman and true whiskey connoisseur. Homey yet modern, classic yet upscale, this quaint little bar serves up a wide selection of American whiskey, craft cocktails, beer and a surprising menu of pub bites with Scottish flare. As someone who is not normally a lover of liver or anything offal-related, the chicken liver pate with bacon jam was delicious. They also have other savory indulgences like the grilled cheese with truffle or baked mac and cheese, and who doesn't want those after one, or several, beverages. Definitely try it out, stay awhile, and come again. You won't need convincing. read more

This place called my attention with its name because I'm obsessed with the musical Hamilton. The set up of the place is nice and cozy with some nice pictures of A.Ham. Now the drinks all whiskey & bourbon...great!!! I only had their specialty drinks which are all $10 on their happy hour menu. I had an Old Fashioned, Penicillin and a Vieux Carre; all amazing. Can't wait to go back and try others. I did order the Scottish egg and the Steak Frittes which was really good but I was too hungry to take a picture of. I do recommend getting the steak. read more

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One of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I've ever had! The Hamilton had great food, nice decor, great service and a great drink selection. Stopped in for dinner before a show this time, but I can't wait to come back again to hang out and have a few drinks. read more

Wonderful place with an amazing selection of whiskey. Probably not great for groups of more than six. Must go for whiskey lovers. read more

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Stopped in the a Burns night dinner which was fantastic. Definitely will stop back for another meal as the rest of the menu looking intriguing as well. Staff was very attentive and nice. Excellent selection of drinks, beer, bourbon and interesting sounding cocktails. read more

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I'm so glad The Hamilton opened up in the UWS. There are very few places to get a really good cocktail in the neighborhood but now there most certainly is. It's small, dark, and intimate. Exactly what a neighborhood cocktail bar should be. One of my favorite aspects of the bar is the wall of whiskey behind the bar. It's an impressive sight and sets the mood right away. My fiancee and I sat at the bar and chatted with our bartender who was friendly but not intrusive. We settled on the Bees Knees (New Amsterdam gin, lemon, honey, lavender bitters)(for her) and the Penicillin (Bank Note scotch, ginger, honey, lemon, spritz of Bowmore 12 (for me). Both drinks were delicious. At the $13, the drinks are not cheap but they're well worth it and within the standard price range for a well-crafted cocktail in Manhattan. We got a little hungry and ordered the Deviled eggs and they were really good. So we decided to stay and have dinner. I got the chicken sandwich and she got the grilled cheese and we were both happy. The food is solid. The Hamilton is perfect for a date, a drink with a friend, or a nice casual meal. It's a wonderful addition to the UWS. New York City now has two Hamilton's. One of them is pretty well known and hard to get into. This one isn't (yet). So go check them both out and decide which is better. read more

Really awesome bar in the neighborhood! Visited with friends and initially wasn't sure where to go as there are not many great options in the UWS, but this joint gets 2 big thumbs up. The owner/bartender(I think his name was Marcos; hard to tell because he has this thick Irish accent) was very gracious and inviting. He took the time to show us his huge.... selection of whiskey, mostly bourbons and ryes. Tried a couple of cocktails and whiskey recommendations from Marcos and they were all amazing. What's not to like about this place: great drinks, great food, great ambiance and great people! This is place is definitely a gem in NYC and I count the days til I come back again soon. I'm getting a wee bit thirsty... read more

CHARMING!! Such a great addition to the upper west side. This small upscale pub fits the bill whether it is to grab a quick drink and bite after work, or a night out with friends. Although it is small, the layout is such that you feel cosy but not crowded. The staff is what makes this pub even more special, they are welcoming, fun and will remember your name. What a great find!!! read more

I have only been here once but have to say that it was a really great experience. A little small and not a ton of seating but was not too busy anyway so that wasn't a problem. The drinks are great and not too expensive. The ambiance is really great and the bartender was very friendly. I was in a group and this place says that it is not good for groups but we had a table to ourselves by the window and it was a great time. We also ordered food which was delicious and it was not too loud either so it is a great place to chat with friends while grabbing a drink and some food. I would definitely go back. read more

Took my boo for an after show nightcap. He is OBSESSED with Hamilton the musical, so I thought we'd stay with the theme. The place FAR exceeded my expectations! The service was attentive, but not annoying. The drinks were strong and well made. Its a whiskey bar. Don't ask for lame drinks. And the bread pudding dessert we had plus ice-cream was mind-blowing. SO unexpected! Can't wait to go back. Especially on a week night since it's small! read more

This is an amazing whiskey bar tucked away in Morningside Heights. The bar tender has an amazing knowledge of single malt scotch and bourbon. Some of the single malts here are hard to get and some of the best I have had outside of Scotland. It is a very low key, relaxing bar. The food is just chips and nuts, but those hit the spot just fine with whiskey. The Hamilton is definitely worth a trip to the northern end of Manhattan. read more

Great little cocktail bar- causal and has a nice atmosphere. Service is always great too! I would recommend this to anyone who just wants to stay in the neighborhood and grab a few cocktails. read more

Super good burger and solid mixology. Definitely worth a visit if you like whiskey. A HUGE variety to choose from. read more

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I wish they had penicillin cocktails on draft, that's how good they are. I love this bar, all of the bartenders are amazing, the ambiance is cozy, music is great and the drinks are to die for!!! read more

Brian is the best bartender!! Makes well crafted cocktails and is so fun and easy to hang out with.

Walked in here around 11 for some time with friends. Mike is amazing. Very courteous. Ambience is quite intimate. Classy. Excellent collection of whiskeys. One of the best ones. A lot to choose from. I did not try the food but the menu did appear quite innovative. Recommend for the ambience, decor and for mike who's amazing!! read more

Really cool place. Stopped in on a Monday night. The place is a bit small and cozy-ish. Good service. They have three ciders, one on tap!!! Awesome! That's not easy to find in the city, as I'm a big fan of cider. I'll return if I'm nearby. read more

Our go-to regular neighborhood place. Always friendly staff that makes a killer old fashion. Not a scene, but a place you can go by yourself or with friends and have a conversation. Love it! read more

Came in on Sunday at 8:30pm. Just happened to walk by and stopped in. Just a handful of people which was good. Enjoyed the Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale and Founders All Day. Bartender was friendly. All around good time. Good for a stop in. read more

The bartender "Sarah" was very home-y and lovely. They served us drinks right away, very good drinks and atmosphere. I enjoyed the night after a crazy one im glad i wound up here! 10/10 read more

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I like this little bar! Its a little hole in the wall high up in the Upper West Side with a nice selection of whiskys and a cozy ambiance. I´ve found a mix of Columbia students and neighborhood young adults there. read more

This is a small whiskey bar. It is a sister establishment of Caledonia Scottish Pub (2nd Ave & 83rd). They have a great selection of whiskey and bourbon. The bar, playing on the popularity of Alexander Hamilton in pop culture, is Hamilton themed, with photos of Alexander, Eliza and a depiction of the duel on the walls. I was here for brunch on a Saturday. It was quiet, there was only one table and two other people at the bar. The brunch menu looked great and all brunch entrees come with a cocktail. I would definitely return here. Due to the small size, it's not great for large groups. All but one of the tables are two-to-three tops, so I wouldn't come here with more than 4 people. read more

Went here for my 31st bday with just a couple of friends and had a great time. Bartender was really nice. They don't serve food anymore though just some fancy cheeses but I'm a fancy bitch so that was good enough for me. read more

This space has turned over a couple of times since I have lived in the neighborhood and each place the moves in is excellent. The food is good, the drinks are great. It has a small whole in the wall. read more

They have a great selection of whiskey, and decent with single malts. Was here once before, and thought eating here would likely not be smart. Got stuck today looking for a place to watch the Ranger playoff game, and decided to have a burger. My better half had the chicken sandwich. Had to send my burger back-it was not semi-warm, it was cold. They made me a new one without hassle, but it is a slight step up (maybe) from bacon cheeseburger at Buttger King. $16 mind you! She had two bites of her chicken sandwich and had to go home to "get the taste out of my mouth." It was a warmed over deep fried affair. Never, ever eat here. BTW, "distracting" the barkeeper from her conversation was difficult to order--either beer, scotch or food. Will not return. read more

Scotch Egg is amazing, complemented with a light salad. Delicious quiet Saturday brunch! read more

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Good vibe, scrumptious cocktails and not overly loud, but a nice, friendly and mellow crowd. My friend had the burger and said it was amazing; I stole some fries which were pretty good. It's a pretty cool bar for the neighborhood. read more

Always a great vibe and between the cocktails and spirit flights, you can't go wrong. If I'm not mistaken, they have reduced their food menu which is a bummer but for the most part, it isn't much of an issue if you plan ahead. A great place to grab a drink with friends. Be careful though. The setup is a little narrow and it can get crowded quick on a weekend! read more

Amazing Whiskey, Bourbon, Scotch selection and excellent, knowledgeable bartenders make this an awesome bar. Great food, excellent cocktails. Don't try and make your own cocktails here, choose something from their curated list. Your bartending skills pale in comparison to theirs. Follow the "House Rules", they make life so much easier, especially if you are a novice. read more

The spot is bangin'. Whiskys are on point, you may get wrecked mad fast but it's all good cause they have food. And yo, the food is mad good too. They keep you guessin' cause they change up the menu but it's always slammin'. My dude Alan does his thing, he knows what's up, Sarah be holding it down too. This spot is quickly turning into my fave spot. read more

Sadly they've discontinued the burger and in fact have substantially pared back the menu (it's essentially just a cheese and nuts board now) but the drinks here and whisky selection is fantastic as ever. I'm told Alan's now at Caledonia on 80th, but the regulars (patrons and bartenders alike) are still the most personable you'll find anywhere. The Hamilton, as ever, remains a gem. read more

Favorite bar on the UWS. Great selection of whiskey, friendly, knowledgeable staff. The food menu is small but great, and they have a few cocktails and beers on tap for the non-whiskey drinkers in the group. Whiskey drinkers heaven. They also do a great brunch! read more

My small group visited after a Yankees game in dire need to get away from large crowds and to refuel our blood alcohol content. We got both! The Hamilton is truly a great, tiny place to get away from it all! The bar has an in depth drink selection yet the food options are meager. Given this, we decided to cozy up in the corner, swing a few back, and then head elsewhere to feast. read more

People here are extremely nice, I've been coming here for quite a while now and I love the atmosphere, every time a friend is in town, this is where I bring them!! read more

Love the vibe of this place, and they have a good selection of whiskies in their happy hour list. The bartender was really helpful with talking about the whiskey and scotch, too. read more

Buried treasure on the upper west side, thrilled to have found this spot. I came here with my cousin for dinner and we were blown away by the Philly cheesesteaks, which were served panini-style on a garlic toasted fluffy roll. Came with a side of killer fries, too. Possibly some of the best I've ever had. It's a lovely space, small but with a lot of character. I wasn't thrilled by their drink selection, they didn't have too many cider options (my favorite) but based on other reviews I think they're supposed to be more of a whiskey bar anyway. read more