Hamilton Cuisine - Page 7

raisethehammer · #1 Posted **Apr 3, 2008, 1:10 PM**

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Originally Posted by markbarbera

Rebel's Rock is as close to an authentic Irish pub you'll ever get. The Chapmans do not rely on a disney-esque facade with stereotypical antique reproductions as adornments to lure in the Kelsey's crowd - the pub draws those who crave a true pub experience from all corners of the city and beyond.

Everything (and everyone) inside the pub is real and authentic and, like the pubs across the pond, usually are accompanied by a colourful story or two. It may not look like much to you on the outside, but for the regulars (and I count myself a regular) it is indeed a community living room showcasing amazing local musical talent, both as scheduled gigs and spontaneous sessions. And it is a welcome oasis for an often overlooked and under-appreciated part of town.

again, bang on. the less 'Kelseys-like' a place is, the better!

raisethehammer · #2 Posted **Apr 3, 2008, 2:09 AM**

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Originally Posted by RePinion

I agree that the Corktown is often rather dreary nowadays. Rebels Rock is the place to go for a good crowd. The food at Corktown is fine but nothing to write home about IMHO.

yes, you are right on here. Rebels Rock is awesome. Great crowd and GREAT food.

BCTed · #3 Posted **Apr 3, 2008, 2:41 AM**

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Originally Posted by raisethehammer

yes, you are right on here. Rebels Rock is awesome. Great crowd and GREAT food.

This is all I needed to know.

raisethehammer · #4 Posted **Apr 3, 2008, 11:18 AM**

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Originally Posted by BCTed

This is all I needed to know.

Close your eyes, pretend it's a Walmart and just walk in.

DC83 · #5 Posted **Apr 3, 2008, 12:30 PM**

Thanks for all the responses! I walk by every now and then and see/hear bands playing, so I always wanted to check it... but ya, it's history is always enough to make me reconsider! haha

Expensive, eh? I like places where one can get a pitcher of dom beer for like $13! Not $17 like at Hess :s

So general consensus: If I'm happy with my Augusta pubs, stick w/ em? It's only an extra 2 min walk, so I'm kewl!

Thanks again everyone!

beanmedic · #6 Posted **Apr 5, 2008, 10:23 PM**

Stopped in at Three 16 Lounge today for a late lunch. I had the King (chicken caesar wrap) and my girlfriend had the nachos. The nachos are a new addition to the menu it seems. Lime flavoured chips with marble cheese, tomatoes, green peppers and salsa. The chicken in my wrap was a little dry, but I've had it there before and it has been outstanding every other time, so no harm done. There is a note on the menu now about the coffee being fresh from the market. I had the chocoate raspberry coffee and it was very good. We made a trip down from the west mountain just to go there. I love that place more every time.

raisethehammer · #7 Posted **Apr 6, 2008, 12:18 PM**

where did the rest of this discussion go?? the burrito boyz etc....

BCTed · #8 Posted **Apr 6, 2008, 12:36 PM**

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Originally Posted by raisethehammer

where did the rest of this discussion go?? the burrito boyz etc....

The "87-89 King St. E." thread. I am a big fan of Burrito Boyz.

realcity · #9 Posted **Apr 6, 2008, 1:34 PM**

we need some good steak houses. I miss that place on Barton.... can't remember the name "Harry's" or something? across the street was the Aquarium seafood.

All we have is the Keg. I'd like to see a Ruth's Chris or Hy's, downtown or Jackson Sq. Maybe Harry will point one in the new Connaught.

the dude · #10 Posted **Apr 6, 2008, 2:02 PM**

^there's the sirloin cellar, shakespeare's and the magill house. never been to any of them, so they might be shite. a keg-esque place like you mentioned would be a nice addition to the downtown. it seems to be everyone's guess as to what will be located in the connaught.

markbarbera · #11 Posted **Apr 6, 2008, 9:20 PM**

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Originally Posted by realcity

we need some good steak houses. I miss that place on Barton.... can't remember the name "Harry's" or something? across the street was the Aquarium seafood.

Are you thinking of Martin's Steak House? It has reopened as the Purple Pear - great food there too - including some impressive steak dinners.

raisethehammer · #12 Posted **Apr 6, 2008, 10:17 PM**

is Sizzle Steakhouse any good?

realcity · #13 Posted **Apr 6, 2008, 10:45 PM**

Yes Martin's .. thanks that's it. I knew it was man's name. I liked it for the old style red velvet, lots of wood steakhouse. Swords on the walls, heavy dark wood furniture, leather, booth's, dim lighting. It's too bad. Glad to hear Purple Pear is doing well. Sounds trendy tho.

I'm also a long time fan of Trocadero on Barton at Westinghouse old head office.

raisethehammer · #14 Posted **Apr 6, 2008, 11:45 PM**

I assume Sirloin Cellar and Shakespeares are vintage steakhouses realcity...try em out.

the dude · #15 Posted **Apr 8, 2008, 2:58 PM**

the purple pear used to be located at the visitor's inn. can't imagine why i would have eaten there.

sizzle's quite expensive. obviously, i've never been.

SteelTown · #16 Posted **May 23, 2008, 12:58 AM**

So today in the news Chili's Grill & Bar restaurant will be opening up a restaurant in Hamilton by 2013.

raisethehammer · #17 Posted **May 23, 2008, 1:03 AM**

what is Chili's?? A suburban-type from the US or out west??
And why the long timeframe?? Seems kind of weird unless its' a really fancy, high end place that is selective.

SteelTown · #18 Posted **May 23, 2008, 1:09 AM**

That's Chili's, it's popular in the states.

DC83 · #19 Posted **May 23, 2008, 2:31 PM**

OMG r u kidding!?!?!?!

Chilli's is my #1 favourite American resto ever! (well, the only American resto that doesn't make me rediculously sick when I eat it... one of the few anyway).

They make good food at decent prices... this is a welcome addition. Now how about opening a Red Lobster again!!?

the dude · #20 Posted **May 23, 2008, 3:00 PM**

yes yes yesssssss!!!!!!!!!!!