Hamilton, OntarioRestaurant4.6★ · 108 reviews
The review · 242 James St N Bsmt

I love this landmark that somehow feels like a hidden jewel.

Words by Laurel, Google reviewer

“Beer Hall & Eatery”From their logo

Photo from Academica Hall’s Google listing
Photo: Matt Grande via Google Maps

In their own words

★★★★★
“This place is a a bit hard to find , but worth it. The food is excellent. Pool table is decent and they have an airplane hanging from the ceiling. Sound system is good too. Lots of sports on. Check it out.”
justinmacnevin · a year ago
★★★★★
“Food is absolutely awesome. Service was good, but if you're expecting fancy you're not going to get it. This is a very come as you are place that is just honestly awesome. I definitely suggest checking it out.”
dave antunes · a year ago
★★★★★
“I love da people's here. Price is great, food is yummy. Da bartenders are funny and friendly. There is an air-plane hanging from the ceiling. I'm seerious! I have always enjoyed coming here after a long day of filming beverly hills cop.”
Jonathan James · a year ago
“Best 'secret' spot on James Street North for fantastic chicken wings and onion rings. Enjoy a game of pool and ice cold beer.”— Peter Jovanovich
★★★★★
“The owners are super friendly, and their food is fantastic! The best wings in town. Very pleasant place to meet new friends. The music is amazing, and the bartenders are extremely friendly. I love it!! I have been going there for 28 years.”
Francia Bravo · Edited 2 years ago
★★★★★
“Awesome setting. One of the few places left on James North that haven't outgrown the historic, simple, community-fostering Portuguese roots of the business district on the street.”
John Schuurman · 4 years ago
★★★★★
“Excellent place to meet with friends or meet new friends. Sports on large screen tvs, foosball table, pool table and ATM. Terrific food, best bifana on a bun in the city. The shrimp 🍤 is amazing. Perfect place for large parties or groups of any size. Tell them Mike sent you 😉”
Mike Clark · 8 months ago
★★★★★
“favorite place on James St. N. Good deals on food and drinks, very spacious, very easygoing staff, good for parties, chill times, anything.”
Coby Martin · a year ago
★★★★★
“This place has a three stars Cuba feel to it. Smells like a resort. It plays Caribbean/vacation music. Very lively and fun - it should be a Portuguese place. Few TVs to watch games. …”
Katherine K · 4 years ago

The scene

Photo from Academica Hall’s Google listing
Photo: Katherine K via Google Maps
Photo from Academica Hall’s Google listing
Photo: Katherine K via Google Maps
Hours

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242 James St N Bsmt, Hamilton, ON L8L 4M4 · (905) 521-8919

  • Monday11 AM – 12 AM
  • Tuesday11 AM – 12 AM
  • Wednesday11 AM – 12 AM
  • Thursday11 AM – 12 AM
  • Friday11 AM – 12 AM
  • Saturday11 AM – 12 AM
  • Sunday11 AM – 12 AM
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