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Bar - The Standard, Hamilton, ON

The Standard

4.7
4.7
246 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
THE STANDARD:
[the stan-dard] Noun

1. a high level of quality or attainment, established by general consent as the model or example by which all should be measured.
2. set up or established as a rule for the measure of quality of which is upheld.

The Standard. One of Hamilton's most revered restaurants, has laid down its roots on James St N. With our everchanging menu, seasonal & local inspiration and forward approach to dining, our commitment to excellence shows in everything we do. We strive to provide a memorable experience each day, it is just what we love to do.

From our in house butchery or cooking over charcoal, to working with local suppliers in our community We challenge the way we all think about Food & Drink.

If its a night out with friends, an intimate dinner for two, or just something extraordinary like sitting at our chefs table, We take each day as a new challenge to provide something amazing. It’s a bold statement and that’s why we make it with The Standard.
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (289) 619-0955
  • Website
    http://www.thestandardhamilton.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Cipollo
  • Catering
    Let The Standard take care of all the details and bring the Standard to your next offsite event. Our event planner will work with our team to provide a seamless experience where you may need.
  • Private party facilities
    With a gorgeous and chic space, Our dedicated event team ensures every detail is covered, making your occasion unforgettable so you can enjoy the moment. Let us turn your vision into a reality. Whether a intimate dinner for a small group, a wedding or a corporate event. We set the standard
  • Private party contact
    Kate Persyn: (289) 619-0955
  • Location
    12 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2J9
  • Neighborhood
    Hamilton
  • Cross street
    James St. N. & King William Str.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 7-Course Chefs Table Menu

    CA$135.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The Chef's table is a 7-course, exclusive blind Tasting Menu, composed of the best of the season. These are ring side seats right in front of the Kitchen where you will get to see and experience the stress, pressure and rapid fire execution of how a fast-paced restaurant engine runs. This is not for the faint-hearted, your experience will give you a front row seat to how it all goes down. Strap in, it's going to be a hell of a ride. Elevate your experience with pairings from our reserve wine list or a mixology pairing form our bar team. Please note that we are unable to accommodate vegetarian, dairy/egg allergies, seafood allergies or aversions to raw meat/seafood. If there are any concerns, please reach out before booking a reservation.
    7-Course Chefs Table Menu Photo

  • Brunch at The Standard

    Feb 1, 2025 - Apr 30, 2025
    Enjoys brunch at The Standard with our la carte menu. The Standard is known for its everchanging menu offerings of creative and innovative dishes as well as classics reimagined. Whether its a intimate brunch for 2 or a large group let us show you how we set the standard when it comes to doing brunch. - No additional cost
    Brunch at The Standard Photo

  • Bavarian Beer Dinner

    CA$75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 25, 2025 only
    Join us for an exclusive, one night only event celebrating Bavarian brewing along side a unique & refined 5 course chefs tasting menu unlike anything you have seen before. Hosted as a collaboration between The Standard & Erdinger Weißbräu, Bavaria's largest Weissbier brewery whos brewing traditions date back 139 years to 1886. Enjoy an evening hosted by not only our Chef but also joining us will be Dirk Von Kries and a special appearance by Andreas Kahrs, both direct from the Erdinger Brewery in Bavaria who is making a special trip for the event . The event will not only consist of our 5 course tasting menu but will also include a welcome reception and all pairings for the evening. Menu can be viewed on our website - Proost!
    Bavarian Beer Dinner Photo

Menu

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What 246 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Southern Ontario

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Southern Ontario

    Contemporary Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Standard in Hamilton boasts a vibrant atmosphere with "fantastic service" and "delicious food." Known for its inventive menu, standout dishes include Wagyu tartare and braised short ribs. Patrons consistently praise the "great cocktails" and attentive staff, especially Ryan and Amanda. A must-visit for a memorable dining experience!

246 Reviews

  1. Daniel

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I went for the Chef's Table menu and it's accompanying wine pairing. Incredible experience for all the senses. It's rare that a restaurant can deliver so well on so many fronts.

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  2. Karrinna

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a wonderful time and dinner was amazing!! Will definitely be back

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  3. Kathy

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic and the service was excellent.

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  4. Reneese

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience for Valentine's Day. We would rate accessibility a 2/5 considering that my partner had a hard time accessing the stool with her injury, and the washrooms appear to be down a long flight of stairs. There is also no seating area to wait for your table. We had the pleasure of sitting at the bar where we received exceptional service, and we were enamored by the bartenders' skill. Would definitely recommend it!!

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  5. Samuel

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Unimpressed by the experience that was set for Valentines. While there a number of options, for example the Picanha was delicious, it was an incredibly underwhelming experience. Our server was kind, although it seemed like a number of the staff were quite stressed and forgetful, likely due to the holiday. One disappointing note is that the menu had alterations to what was posted online. I assume this is due to limitations on the sourcing of ingredients. We were not inclined to the taste of the dessert and only had a few bites of the alternative to the creme brulee. The chocolate option was good. For an experience of this sort ($300, for two), it felt somewhat tasteless and bland. Other alternatives in the nearby area have a bit more spunk for a more affordable price (i.e. Berkley North, Rapscallion, Le Tambour, etc). I wouldn't recommend the Standard for their fare and will not be returning again. I would suggest it for drinks, as the atmosphere is lovely.

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  6. Monique

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Headed to the Standard to celebrate Valentine’s Day and they nailed it. The apps were fantastic, the mains were mouthwatering and dessert was perfect ending but we were so stuffed we couldn’t eat it all. Amanda C was our waitress and she was absolutely AMAZING, friendly, knowledgeable and so kind, what a gem. Thx for a great night, we will be back!

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  7. Vaughn

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great setup. Very modern and transparent with kitchen are. Staff was on point!!! Clean bathrooms. Wait staff was well prepared!

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  8. Jada

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The mains were a bit cold and the waitress seemed a little short with us.. I have been before and it was good so maybe it was just an off day… focaccia, crème brûle and truffle fries were SO GOOD

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  9. Barbara

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant and delicious food! Our waiter Anthony was outstanding.

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  10. Kiwi

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hard to beat! Everything we tasted was absolutely delicious. The service was quick and the servers were very knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Very high quality. Loved it

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FAQs

The Standard is rated 4.7 stars by 246 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Standard

12 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2J9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    James St. N. & King William Str.
  • Neighborhood
    Hamilton
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Cipollo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thestandardhamilton.com/
  • Phone number
    (289) 619-0955
  • Catering
    Let The Standard take care of all the details and bring the Standard to your next offsite event. Our event planner will work with our team to provide a seamless experience where you may need.
  • Private party facilities
    With a gorgeous and chic space, Our dedicated event team ensures every detail is covered, making your occasion unforgettable so you can enjoy the moment. Let us turn your vision into a reality. Whether a intimate dinner for a small group, a wedding or a corporate event. We set the standard
  • Private party contact
    Kate Persyn: (289) 619-0955
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