Seasoned Restaurant

99 reviews

162 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 3N9, Canada

seasonedrestaurant.ca

+12894260936

About

Seasoned Restaurant is a Bistro located at 162 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 3N9, Canada. It has received 99 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 stars.

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Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday11:30AM-8PM
Wednesday11:30AM-8PM
Thursday11:30AM-8PM
Friday11:30AM-8PM
Saturday10AM-2PM
SundayClosed

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Seasoned Restaurant: 162 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 3N9, Canada

  • Seasoned Restaurant has 4.6 stars from 99 reviews

  • Bistro

  • "The food here was subpar and the attitude of the staff was downright rude"

    "Only a 1 ⭐️!!! Would like to give this cosy little restaurant a 5 ⭐️, considering it is a great theatre Aquarius pre show spot"

    "We walked over from the Homewood suites, it was an adventure"

    "We have not been to the restaurant so can’t rate the atmosphere but the food and service is incredible"

    "Went for lunch"

Reviews

  • K Materna

The food here was subpar and the attitude of the staff was downright rude. Came here for my birthday brunch and received serious attitude over 2 eggs that cost maybe 30 cents each. My husband and son both ordered eggs, my husband extra easy, over-easy (which means extra runny) and my son just regular over-easy. My son’s eggs came out hard cooked. When we politely pointed it out, no offer to rectify was presented. We had to ASK for new eggs for my teen. A short time later, we heard the “cook” loudly profess, Gordon Ramsey style, that he can’t cook eggs any more runny, obviously assuming it was my husbands eggs that we were referring to. The cook himself then came out with two basically raw eggs for my teen. When we showed him my son’s hard cooked eggs and my husband’s perfectly cooked eggs, he realized his mistake and offered to cook them properly, but it was too late for us. Why would we want a spiteful cook handling any more of our food? How an utterly disgusting way to treat your customers. We were right and you assumed we were wrong and treated us so poorly as a result of your incorrect assumptions. I almost laughed out loud when they offered us the dessert menu. It was a mistake to come here to eat in the first place, so we went elsewhere for my birthday desert. This place did not deserve our business. Not just the food but the experience left us with a bad taste in our mouths.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30

  • Lisa Stanaitis

Only a 1 ⭐️!!! Would like to give this cosy little restaurant a 5 ⭐️, considering it is a great theatre Aquarius pre show spot. A large group of ladies minus 2 from the reso, were treated horribly/basically bullied! Unfortunately, the server/owner/Kristen was extremely rude, (quite possibly she was having a bad day, and took it out on our party. The service got a 3/5, the food 5/5 which everyone at the table enjoyed throughly. The soup , burgers , and pasta were delicious The server could have easily fixed a issue, (2 members of the cancelled out) by simply asking if we could give up a part of the table to 2 customers, instead, she did not ask, and throughout the whole hour of our dining experience she was very miserable . A member of our group required H2O to take medication , she asked once, twice, and finally a third time! Kristen chose to ignore her request, she was forced to use the washroom sink to get water! Not acceptable! TBH I honestly wanted to give a 5⭐️ review, a very unfortunate experience! Kristen smile more!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50

  • Harry H. Kit (HarryJustNorth)

We walked over from the Homewood suites, it was an adventure. No views or ambience to really speak of, but the food more than makes up for the shortcomings of the fixtures. Food was tasty, but plating was not remarkable. In order for me to take a picture, it should be a feast for the eyes. We had the pizza, too marks for the crust. Soup of the day was roasted peppers, and you can taste the gas burner char. The patti has a hard burned grill crust, too thin in my opinion if it was going to be left in for that long. My wife got the Salmon tartar, the bitter leaf was a nice contrast to the fleshy salmon. She contemplated the Yellow fin tuna, but settled on the mushroom gnocchi. She thought it was good. The coffee and tea service was at the level of a diner with nicer China. It tasted like the bulk hotel grade, and it was too weak to complement the exceptional Tiramisu. I think it was made on-site and with real mascarpone. Not great for a family, my kids liked the food, but with their pallet, we could have gotten better value at a Boston Pizza. We would go again as a date, and I regret not getting the duck.

  • Brittany Allan

We have not been to the restaurant so can’t rate the atmosphere but the food and service is incredible. We’ve ordered on Uber Eats 3 times this month. 2 times getting the French onion grilled cheese with their soup & the chicken sandwich. It arrived HOT & CRISPY both times and the flavours were on point. We also ordered their Passion Flakey which is beyond delicious. We also tried their Bannofee tart which tasted like a banana cream pie on steroids is was so dang good (super rich ate it in 2 sittings). The one time they forgot our soup not only did they call to apologize & were we refunded but the next time we ordered they sent an extra one with a note. So kind and thoughtful. Will definitely be making an appearance to the restaurant soon and sure I’ll be ordering more in the mean time! Wish we took pics but we kind of inhaled it once it arrived lol
Service
Delivery
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes
French Onion Grilled Cheese, Banoffee Tart, Passion Flakie, Soup of the Day, Grilled Chicken Sandwich

  • Suvojit Ghosh

Went for lunch. Got cocktails (i had a manhattan), shared a mushroom flat bread for appetizer, and the chickpea fritter sandwich of my main. The Manhattan was really really good... hit the spot. The mushroom flatbread was among the best I've ever had made with what i believe is goat cheese. The chickpea fritter sandwich was also excellent ... perfect for a lunch after which you have to go back to work. Maybe slightly on the spicy side for the uninitiated, but for my Indian, palate it was just perfect. The service... also amazing. Very attentive. The only thing that is slightly lacking in this restaurant is the barebones decor. As the kitchen is open to the dining room, you can always hear the loud kitchen hoods. So it has more of a diner feel than a restaurant with a dining room. But the food and drinks more than make up for it.

  • Jamie O'Donnell

What a lovely restaurant. We celebrated a birthday (my mother-in-law) with a large family group here. Seasoned was able to accommodate our large party of 16 and meet the dietary restrictions of several of us readily. The food was outstanding. I had the steak fries as an entree and the steak was perfectly prepared and delicious. Fries were crispy and very tasty. We sampled several appetizers and pizzas as well. The arancini were great and both the Margherita and Canadian pizzas were delicious. I barely had room for dessert after but was glad I did. The tiramisu was definitely worth the wait. Thank you to all at Seasoned who created such a wonderful experience for our family. Well worth a visit for an amazing meal.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner

  • Vanessa Kay

I had booked this venue for a bridal party in between dress shopping. I called, and without any hesitation, Kristin was accommodating and very welcoming! She even extended their $5.00 mimosa special for us! Their caesar salad is delicious, the croutons tasted like they were made in house, and the ingredients tasted natural. I had the mussels, which were incredible! The other girls had the burger, and said theirs was delicious. I did steal some of their fries which were perfect in terms of their saltiness and they were crispy but soft on the inside! Due to the fact that they had an open kitchen, we could see the chef, who was genuinely smiling and made the place feel homey. I would totally take a first date here and am totally going to bring my friends back.

  • Stephanie Turner

My girlfriend and I had a wonderful meal. We started with a cocktail that had wonderful coordinating flavors. Forget the name but had bourbon and April. The mushroom flatbread and steak tartar were a treat. Lovely flavors was becoming a theme. Next up were the duck confit and gnocchi. The duck was so crispy and tender with lovely roasted seasonal vegetables. And the gnocchi was soft and in a wonderful cream sauce. My girlfriend loved the sausages in the gnocchi. Desert was not a letdown. Tart candied lemon in canolies and a beautiful light flakie were the perfect ending. This place is such a gem. I wish I lived closer. Thank you for such a treat.

  • Elizabeth Robertson

Finally got to Seasoned for lunch. What a great experience. My mother got the homemade burger. She said that she would not asked for the condiments (which came on the side) had she known the burger was so delicious on its own. I had the anti pasti on recommendation of our friendly and personable server. I’m so pleased she recommended it, the flavour of everything was beyond on point. I also had the soup which was caramelized onion and parsnip today, also delicious. Would recommend to anyone. Lots of options to meet dietary needs.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30

  • Terry Gerencser

Wonderful dinner with friends last evening. Every time we go we are never disappointed whether it is the thin pizzas or burger,mousakka,seafood stew,arrancini balls,salads…everything is great. They also have a pre fixed menu for theatre crowd which also looks delicious with the choices. It is our go to restaurant now!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$60–70
Parking
Parking is limited on street but a parking lot is close by,use parking app,takes credit card or coins.
Wheelchair accessibility
Easy to access from street,washrooms on main level.

  • Shannon Dugas

Seasoned Restaurant was easy to find with ample parking nearby in a municipal lot or on the street. Warmly greeted by front of house staff. The open kitchen created an intimate culinary atmosphere. Dining area is cozy and the ambiance is complemented by high quality linens, simple decoration and cleanliness. Wait staff were knowledgeable, timely and friendly. Lunch and drink menus had a variety of options and staff accommodated a member of our party with something off menu. Reasonably priced for the quality of cuisine. Overall a pleasing experience, we will be back!

  • Cathy P

I’ve lived in Hamilton my entire life and had no idea this restaurant was here but I’m so glad that I found out about it. Our patio dining experience was great. We came on Canada’s day which was a rainy day but we were able to stay dry. The food was delicious, staff were very welcoming and friendly. We ordered the Yukon golden fries and Italian meatballs for appetizer then pasta pomodoro and pork tenderloin for our entrees. The presentation of the food was exceptional and it all tasted amazing. Seasoned is definitely a hidden gem and we highly recommend it!!!

  • Derek

I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. From the quaint but comforting atmosphere to the exceptional food and service, this restaurant deserves every 5 star review it gets and more. Special shutout to the chef who cooks a grilled salmon and veggies beyond equal and prepares duck confit that famous French chefs would be jealous of. Oh and their pizza? Don't think for a second that it's typical. It may be the simplest her tastiest pizza I've had that I can remember. Stop thinking about whether you should come here. Just go. You won't regret it.

  • Brittany Amor

Seasoned Restaurant is just what this city needs! We went for a friends birthday, we had the Autumn Salad, Cavatelli Pasta and my friend had the Osso Buco and we couldn't have been more satisfied with our choices. The flavours and quality were top notch. Our server Kristin was so helpful in pairing the best wines and a tasteful mocktail that complimented my dish. I didn't feel left out as a non-drinker. The Chefs are clearly passionate about their craft and it shows. I can't wait to go back!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner

  • Steven Chan

I went there a year ago, it was awesome for duck breaat and steak with chimichurri sauce. I couldn’t forget the taste from the combination of steak and sauce, so I went here again yesterday. I should say the quality is still fabulous and I should make no complaint on it! Even my partner who don’t eat steak often, she said the steak was delicious. I would definitely come again for the duck breast next time. (Chimichurri sauce is so good but it is not on the serve list)
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Morgan W

Stopped here for a quick lunch before heading back to the office and was thrilled with my experience. Prompt and friendly service; fantastic food. Got the grilled chicken sandwich on focaccia with fresh-cut fries -- strongly recommend. Tiramisu for dessert... divine! Almost too big a portion to finish but I persevered. Will definitely come again.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes

  • Jay R. Wilson

Matt, Will and Christine do an amazing job. Nice and quaint. Matt and Will have never disappointed us with their culinary skills.... Food is top shelf and that's everything we've tried on the menu. The other great job they do is their playlist. Always adds to the experience. Thank you Team Seasoned!!! You Rock!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Andrew Whitney

Everything is fantastic, every time. Quality chefs expertly- and scratch-preparing the best ingredients the region has to offer. Capped off with graciously attentive, yet discreet, front of house service. Small and mighty, this place deserves every success! If you're scared to try new places, start with the burger or steak frites. You're welcome. #TrustTheFatGuy
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner

  • Doug Rouse

Our family has had seasons tickets to the theatre for 20 years, and we often had dinner at the former restaurant next door, which is now Seasoned. The prices were good and the service was excellent. On our first visit back to the new bistro before theatre, we were not very impressed. The food was average and the service was not very warm. We have heard the same response from our friends.

  • Thomas John Fauteux

This is a real Gem and next door to Theatre Aquarius. Our lunch after our Saturday Matinee was exceptional. My wife's sandwich was large and she brought half home for her lunch the next day. I ask a special request because of a diet I was on and the chefs were able to accommodate me. Staff were friendly and served us extremely well. We will definitely return and not just after theatre.

  • Colin Chisholm

Hey Hamilton get out and enjoy the amazing dining experience that is Seasoned Restaurant. Kristin and Will have put together a very special resto vibe with superb food, great cocktails and sincerely awesome tunes playing in the background (loud enough to hum along, quiet enough to chat with your friends and family). Let's support this exciting new player in the local scene...enjoy.

  • Dave Newsome

We enjoyed a beautiful brunch featuring $5 mimosas and the most delectable eggs benedict. The hollandaise sauce was the best ever, complimenting perfectly poached eggs. A beautiful arugula, mushroom and asiago salad finished the plate to perfection. An intimate family run business the owners were cooking and serving and took the time to chat. We loved it and can't wait to return.

  • Avineeta P

Nice patio and waitress. My sister enjoyed her pizza. My niece's $18 cheeseburger was sadly wasted. The patty crumbled off. My steak was not worth it. I asked for medium and it came burnt outside and raw in the middle. Very chewy I had to spit out quite a bit. And they serve cooked green onions as a side dish which I left as garnish. Save your $30 plus for the keg or red lobster.

  • Scott Gilmour

There is no other restaurant in the province that compares to the love and taste you will find at seasoned. I've ordered every meal for the past week from these fellas and it just continues to amaze me in quality and personal touch. You NEED to visit and discover your new favourite spot in Hamilton/Ontario/Canada. Shout out chef Matty, give that man a raise. 10/10

  • Susan Cassidy

Absolutely the best restaurant in the area. We love date night here. Their buns and breads are always melt in your mouth delicious. The burger is perfectly grilled and the lunch chicken sandwich is magical. It’s fancy enough for your date or special occasion but casual enough not to feel stuffy or pretentious.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Ada Nexha

Some of the best food I’ve ever had!! The chef really knows how to work with flavours. The tiramisu was perfect I will definitely be going again
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Tiramisu, Grilled Chicken Sandwich

  • Amreen Rahman

Nice, laid back atmosphere that's just enough upscale to not appear stuffy. Great food, we ordered the grilled octopus, steak frites and tiramisu. Everything was done really well, the steak a tad bit more rare than expected. Service was prompt amd attentive. Would recommend to anyone who is looking for a nice place for an intimate dinner.

  • Susan Prange

We came to celebrate a birthday. The Fri night seafood special was flavourful with a bit of kick, the pasta carbonara was done perfectly and the chicken focaccia was done exactly as desired! Parking was easy to find, the atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable. Service was excellent! We will be back to try more of the menu!!

  • Linda Pati

Had a wonderful dinner here last evening. The food was fabulous and the service was perfect. Very friendly welcoming vibe. First time on the patio - super cute. Not even the rain would chase us away. Be visiting here again soon - and not just before a play as we did before when it was a different restaurant. Kudos!

  • Sandy Hagle

Last night I went for a wonderful dinner out with my husband for date night...the restaurant was so cute, the staff were extremely friendly and the food was amazing!...this is truly a hidden gem!...we will be back for sure!!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–60

  • Davor

Been wanting to try this spot out for a while, wish it didn't take this long. Very tasty eats and great friendly staff. Amazing service. Will be back again for sure!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Befus

My wife and here enjoyed an impromptu dinner on the patio here and we were delighted with our choice in food. I got the steak frites and my wife got a pork chop and both were cooked to perfection. A friendly server, and great food on a beautiful summer evening. Couldn't ask for more.

  • Stevie Link

I ordered the steak frites and it was delicious. The frites were well seasoned and cooked to perfection! And I ordered my steak medium and it was perfect! Juicy and tender! I can't wait to order again!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30

  • Chris Ashwin

Excellent food and service. Good prices. Small menu. Good wine selection. Awesome homemade Passion Flakie for dessert. Great patio and their location makes for a peaceful evening away from the crowds. Highly recommend. A hidden gem. I hope they survive the times.

  • Ange Schwarzer

Everything about this brand new restaurant was perfect!! Loved the music, food was incredible!! And we will fortunate enough to have the place to ourselves - but I know that will be the only time this happens!! Once word spreads....this place will be packed!!!

  • Angie Meade

My experience at Seasoned restaurant was quite good. My friend had the octopus and I had the mushroom crostini...both great appetizers. The veggie with a kick pizza was pleasant, and the tiramisu was satisfying. We'll be back!

  • Rebeca AV

Excellent service and very tasty food! The patio is very comfortable, the presentation of the food is very tasteful and the atmosphere is nice and relaxing. Definitely recommend this place for a casual, enjoyable lunch.

  • Karen Archer

It was incredible. Had the beef bourganois and wow. Service was amazing. Small and very friendly. Can't wait to go back. I give it 10 stores.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–60

  • Houseman from The Hammer

We had an absolute excellent dining experience on the patio. The food was top notch. The cocktails were high quality and the service was stellar. We would highly recommend Seasoned. You truly will not be disappointed.

  • LAURA SMITH

Had a fabulous lunch with family today. Our server was efficient, friendly and attentive. Our lunches were delicious! Obviously fresh and quality ingredients were the foundation of our meals. Kudos to the kitchen!

  • Leanne Stephenson

We have been to Seasoned several times now, both dinners and lunches. Our first dinner, three of us ordered different appetizers and mains in order to sample different flavours. Everything I ate was amazing!

  • Deborah Evans

We’ve been here twice and both times it did not disappoint. The food was fantastic (when it’s on the menu you HAVE to try the chimichurri sauce!) and the staff was friendly and attentive. Highly recommend.

  • Rachel Colic

Lovely little bistro in the heart of Hamilton, locally owned. They have a deliciously fresh menu, you're sure to find something you'll enjoy. I recommend the mushroom crustini as an appetizer, it's divine.

  • shenli Bao

Me and my daughter went here for dinner on a weekday. Service and food were wonderful. Order salmon tartar and mushroom gnocchi. My favorite was the tartar. The atmosphere was great. Highly recommed!

  • Cam

Small restaurant with great food. Service was amazing as well. I recommend the veggie burger and especially the mushroom crustinis.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Jose Serrano

Really nice brunch. The sourdough waffles were 10/10 and the pizza is 10/10 as well. Very reasonable prices for top quality food.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Laura King

Wonderful food and service. Very impressed by the way the owners handled a group of very rude patrons.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50

  • nancy elesie

Service was fantastic and the food was amazing! Perfect dinner menu! Desserts yummy too!. Can't wait to go back.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Lynn

Really lovely dinner. Excellent food, very flavorful! Staff were super friendly. Will definitely come again!!
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50

  • Danielle Pyette

Had brunch with the place to ourselves. Service was excellent, and the food is so good. Great quality ingredients, huge portions and a very reasonable price.

  • denise lavery

Fantastic food but the service was horrible... Kristin should take customer service classes. She was just so rude .. my friends and I will never go back.

  • Patricia Sabay

Wonderful and comfy place. Food is worth the price. It's no wonder that this place is rated so high. Definitely recommend trying this place out.

  • Jennifer German

This place is a hidden gem and absolutely amazing . The staff gets a 10/10. Food 10/10 and abeyance 10/10 . Highly recommended …

  • Dave Johnson

Amazing night and delicious food last Saturday as a prep for the opening. We'll be back with others, guys. Go Team Seasoned !!!

  • Aaron Robertson

I had a grest time at Seasoned! The steak frites was perfect and the cocktails were delicious. I'll be coming back for sure!

  • Wayne May

I'd like to thank these 2 amazing brothers who took us in during cold times. Greatly appreciated and will see you both soon

  • Monica Brasil

The duck wings were pretty good, the leg of lamb was okay and the mussels were alright, I was a little disappointed.

  • Matt Cassidy

Delicious and great service.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$90–100

  • Vito Amato

Excellent food and service! We have been 3 times now and have enjoyed everything! Highly recommend.

  • Lorna Zilic

Just had the French Onion Grilled Cheese...OMG delicious!!! Will definitely have to go again.

  • Isabelle Banich-Lozon

The restaurant was polite in offering a $20 refund but it was still a very gross experience.

  • Dave Homulos

Great restaurant! Food was excellent and service was good. Would definitely go back.

  • Mark

Amazing food and fantastic service! Worth the trip to Hamilton from Toronto!

  • Kelly Blackwell

Absolutely outstanding. I will return and bring everyone I know.

  • Robert Rankin

Had the Steak Frites and Osso Buco, absolutely delicious

  • Drama En Sabah

Very good meal. Chef is incredible with textures.

  • Karan Patel

Average Food, Nice Service and Nice Dinning Area

  • Elly Bowen

Grest preparation of food .loved salmon tartar e

  • Keyn Borne

If you haven’t been here you need to go NOW!!

  • Vyankatesh Mhavatkar

Food was good Will visit again for sure

  • Ary Eliel Gornstein

Excellent food, Tiramisu and coffee

  • Sevasti Soleas

A wonderful restaurant for lunch

  • Sammy Flores

The food tastes so good …

  • Shababa Bakht

So delicious!

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