The Brain

The Brain, Hamilton 199 James St N - Hamilton

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97/100
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97
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Last update on 08/06/2023
5,0
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Paul Weiss
+5
An understated hole-in-the-wall kind of pub with gobs of character and a selection of craft beers that any pub would be proud of. Friendly staff, friendly patrons and cozy atmosphere. Not much more to ask for than that!
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Janice Floyd
+5
Great place to meet up with friends for a drink! Love the "Dark and Stormy" cocktail!
4
R. Chi
+4
Friends have been talking about this bar for a long time, and I finally ended up going. The venue is chill, with a cool atmosphere. It's dark and feels dingy, but in a good way. The wall art is unique and gives you lots to look at during your visit. They have lots to offer for cocktails and beers and also have small snacks to munch on while you're there. The samosas were tasty. Overall, it was a great experience. I would recommend this place for before dinner drinks.
5
David Morin
+5
It's what you'd expect from a little bar - maybe a little less than that... Probably should be 4 stars. There isn't a proper kitchen but the food they put together is quite good. Not a huge beer selection but it's decent. Good bar service but no table service as far as I know. A solid 4, generously a 5. Would go again and could see myself being a regular if I lived in the area.
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Vishnu Rajkumar
+5
Simply the best selection of beers we came across in Hamilton. Some brilliant beer from Badlands, Third Moon, Counterpart & even a Chimay beer on draught. Highly recommended if in Hamilton
4
Beth Duffus
+4
I'd be a regular if I lived nearby. Large beer selection, nice vibe, no table service but good bar service, very friendly vibe. Washrooms are down a flight of stairs and have that beloved hipster broken down look. Very much reminded me of my early 20's in TO in the 'aughts. Only two washrooms, fully enclosed ungendered.
5
Dieter Unrath
+5
Felt like a coffee shop but was a bar. Great craft beer selection. Quick service. Chill vibes. Would love to come back the next time I’m in town.
4
Tasmine Fraser
+4
Cute little bar! Nice decor, lots of unique cocktails so you better be feeling a bit adventurous.
5
Marshall A Lewis
+5
The first couple of times I came, I didn’t like the atmosphere, but every time since it has grown exponentially on me. The beer selection is extensive and the atmosphere is right between crowded and cozy. If you can get a seat on the back patio in good weather, you can’t beat it. Reminds me of what I loved about Johnny’s Coffee (RIP).
4
Francesco Lo Presti
+4
Cool little spot with a serious craft beer listing and probably one of the only craft beer bars with Portuguese vinho verde so that's kind of neat. Small and dim, quiet atmosphere.
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Brad Barracuda
+5
What a good time at the brain. Such a cosey home like feel and they have a patio that is so quaint. Decor aside they sheer variety of beers and mixed drinks immediately let's you know that this isn't a generic dive bar that you're used to. The bar tenders are knowledgeable and will recommend a drink to you based on what you like .. you will definitely be taken care of here. The sandwich in the photo is the prosciutto sandwich and a bellwoods black liquids stout. Both the beer and the sandwich were incredibly delicious and I most certainly will be returning
5
Jay Rymal
+5
Fantastic bar! Highly recommend for beer lovers. Great cocktails too

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Monday:
12:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Tuesday:
12:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Wednesday:
12:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Thursday:
12:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Friday:
12:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Saturday:
12:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Sunday:
12:00 PM - 02:00 AM

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