The Little Grasshopper Cafe in Hamilton

37 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2V7, Canada

★★★★★
(181 reviews)
Categories: Portuguese restaurant Cafe Coffee shop Restaurant

About

The Little Grasshopper Cafe opened in 2015. The Cafe takes its name from the village in Portugal in which the owner is from, Gafanha meaning "Little Grasshopper". Our menu varies from traditional Portuguese dishes like Polvo and Fried Codfish to Canadian favorites like Chicken Tenders and house made Angus Burgers. The Little Grasshopper Cafe also has vegan options like our Vegan Mac n Cheese, Vegan poutine and much more. We serve all day breakfast for those late risers! And offer take out for homebodies! All of our food is made to order from scratch! So come down to the Little Grasshopper Cafe we have something for everyone!

Website
thelittlegrasshopper.com
Address
37 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2V7, Canada
Plus Code
747P+G9 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–8 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11 AM–8 PM
Thursday
11 AM–8 PM
Friday
11 AM–8 PM
Saturday
11 AM–8 PM
Sunday
11 AM–8 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Small plates Spirits Vegan options Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly Groups LGBTQ+ friendly
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs

Photos

Reviews

4.5
★★★★★
181 reviews

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★★★★★
November 3, 2024

Great food, great service and great music. I love every single one of their daily soups, and the sandwiches are delicious and affordable. I have lunch here multiple times a month and they never disappoint.

★★★★★
October 20, 2024

This is my favourite lunch spot in Hamilton! The food is consistently fresh and delicious, and the staff is very kind and accommodating. I am a huge fan of their rotating soup menu, and their sandwiches. My personal favourite is the beef and veggie soup with a chicken Parmesan sandwich. It’s like nothing I’ve had before (the bread is light and fluffy, but it does not get soggy from the sauce, and the chicken is perfectly cooked and battered). I bring all of my out of town guests here, and every one of them has been impressed by the cheap and delicious food.i could not recommend this restaurant enough.

★★★★★
October 15, 2024

We had some amazing experiences with this lovely restaurant and people who work there today. We tried their special pumpkin soup on Thanksgiving day, which was the best I have ever had. The coffee was super good, so was the meal, with very generous portions. It was only until we went back to Toronto, I realized that I left my bag there. When we called back, they were actually still waiting for us. Eventually, we drove back to Hamilton and got my bag.🙏 Thanks Little Grasshopper! For great food, amazing coffee, and kind people. ❤️

★★★★★
September 1, 2024

Everything was excellent. Food was delicious and the service was excellent. Will stop here again next time we're in Hamilton

★★★★★
May 18, 2024

Been wanting to try this place for years! Finally made it and was not disappointed!! Excellent breakfast, reasonably priced, spotlessly clean, friendly and efficient service. Hope to try more menu items in the near future.

★★★★★
December 29, 2023

First visit overall really enjoyed the food large portion for the price. Had the Grasshopper Bowl which had quinoa, mixed greens, corn, beans, sweet potato, avocado, and cucumber with balsamic reduction. To drink was iced coffee. Really fresh and tasty.

★★★★★
August 30, 2023

A hidden gem! I have been coming here for years and the food never disappoints! Recently had the cod fish dish and it was amazing. Great espressos. Very affordable pricing. Family atmosphere and amazing costumer service. Highly recommend! Will be coming back!

★★★★★
January 6, 2023

Ordered for the first time and was not disappointed. The Parm and Steak sandwich was amazing, calamari was on point with authentic sauces. Now that I know how good the food was I’m sorry I didn’t order tarts as well. Will 100% order again… and soon.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Good food, really pleasant people, definitely will be back.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Great peri peri shrimp. Delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Tasty desserts and delicious coffee!

★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

I visited The Little Grasshopper Cafe and was delighted with the experience. I tried the De la Casa dish, and the meat was delicious, juicy, and perfectly cooked. The salad was fresh, and the cream tart was simply delicious. The fries were ordinary, but the service was excellent; The person who attended us was very attentive and always had a smile. The place was clean and comfortable, and the bathroom, which is important, was very clean. The only thing I would change is the fries, as the meat is so good that the fries seem very plain. Thank you, The Little Grasshopper Cafe, for a wonderful experience. I definitely recommend it! I visited The Little Grasshopper Cafe and was delighted with the experience. I tried the De la Casa dish and the meat was delicious, juicy and just right. The salad was fresh and the cream tart simply delicious. The fries were average, but the service was excellent; The person who attended us was very attentive and always with a smile. The place was clean and comfortable, and the bathroom, which is important, very clean. The only thing I would change would be the potatoes, as the meat is so good that the potatoes seem very plain. Thank you, The Little Grasshopper Cafe, for a wonderful experience. I definitely recommend it!

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

I visited with some friends after a recommendation. It was worth it! Very friendly and nice service. Even though opening hours seem limited, once you are in, the kitchen does not close nor does the service stop. Very friendly and great food. Definitely worth a visit! Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The portuguese food there is amazing! I love their food. I will go there again. Beautiful workers there that has a amazing personality. Great customer service, clean n friendly environment .

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

I enjoyed the food. The service was great and the atmosphere was wonderful. I will definitely return and tell others about this little gem. Kid-friendliness: They offer kids meals.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Great food and service. Felt like I was back in Portugal. The wife and kids were very happy and satisfied. Thank you

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Let me tell you about this place: I LOVE their food. Everything there is to die for. Try the shrimp,the rice, and the stake...well, at least they are my favorite

May 22, 2024

Supper annoying that I drive all the way from Stoney Creek with 2 small children to pick up a TooGoodToGo order and they decided when I got there they didn t have anything. Learn to use the services you use in your restaurant

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Best of the best!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

What a great find in Hamilton! We came here after attending a pottery show in Dundas, and we were starving. I had the roast chicken special with salad and fries. Everything was delicious and the fries were perfectly crisp. My husband had the boiled cod with potatoes and chickpeas and thought it was great, too. Finished with coffees and a Portuguese custard tart. Will definitely be back when we return to Hamilton!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

This is my first time here. I have to admit I really enjoyed it. The atmosphere is quant, the food was lovely, portions were decent and service was friendly. Definitely will be returning. Thanks Vegetarian options: The onion rings were really nice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Try the nata du ceo

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

We were there last Friday I had the seafood spaghetti and my wife had the cod and chips. Absolutely delicious and great service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food is delicious and simple. Owner is super sweet too!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great little place to get a great Potuguese meal.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Got their sandwiches + fried cod balls. Portions were generous, and food came out fast. One of staff members came to check in with us. Will be returning!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Oh my...the tarts!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Such a friendly place, server was so friendly and helpful!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Nice little Cafe and owner is super nice . She takes pride in cooking. Due to covid closure, the menu was limited , we ordered beyond budget and latte and it was super good. I recommend everyone to visit and support local business. I would love yo go again when they have full menu and dine in option

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Coffee and Brandy

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The food is perfect if you like homemade. Breakfast perfect. French fries are great. Parking: Street parking is problem.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

The food is great Staff very friendly , great little family restaurant. Platters are amazing you can eat for 2 people. Prices are very affordable. I loved my grilled codfish.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great service. Good price

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Our experience dining here was excellent! The food was prepared fresh and tasty..the service was prompt and friendly..easy parking and a great location! We took my parents here for the first time and they loved it! Definitely will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

We enjoyed the kale and sausage soup and my mom had the beef soup. Served with a generous amount of bread and butter will definitely come back!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Very good food excellent experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

FANTASTIC little gem, definitely a diamond in the rough. DELICIOUS FOOD

December 22, 2022

Some of the worst Portuguese food I ve ever had

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Absolutely fantastic little gem in Hamilton, the service is fantastic, the food is amazing !! My husband, kids and I have been there twice in a week and both times weve left very satisfied!! Definitely recommend and we will most definitely be back !!! Kid-friendliness: Very kind and friendly with my children

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Delicious chicken and a cosy spot!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Most delicious food. The nicest people. If you don t like stuffy restaurants, this is the place for you

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

BEST PORTUGUESE TARTS in the Hamilton, they don t skimp on quality or Ingredients! Coming back for their steaks and sandwiches. Great quality espresso! Family run and cozy! Had their Spanish coffee w/Kalhua coffee- such a refreshing take on coffee!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

A cute family run Cafe with amazing coffee and pastries ! I had the Spanish coffee with the most perfect Portuguese custard tart and it was a slice of heaven. Ill definitely be back for more !! What a gem!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Just tried their Bifanas. With a wife from Lisboa we have pretty exacting standards and these were excellent (just not as good as mine ;-). Will be back as these were the best in Hamilton!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Was craving a nice bifana sandwich. I was not dissatisfied. It was delicious. It was quiet but, this woman was amazing. Cook to order and the best cappuccino! Im looking forward to trying out something different very soon!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Small family restaurant. Im making an effort in COVID-19 time to stay away from big chains, and support small out of the way restaurants. This place didnt disappoint. Had the Beef a casa. Huge portion, seasoned nicely, salad and fries. Delicious.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great little place to get anything. They have good customer service and the food is large portion s of delishous food

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Excellent food and portion was huge you gotta eat here.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great please great food awesome atmosphere wonderful service they serve awesome Portuguese food turn Canadian to

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Went with a small group, great menu choices, friendly, prompt service, good prices, enjoyed all of it !

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Great food and very friendly environment

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Lovely staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Awesome food

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

I ordered the calamari and seafood spaghetti through Skip the Dishes tonight. The food came piping hot, the portions are very generous and the seafood was cooked to perfection! I will definitely be eating here again!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Ordered take out during covid and the service was great. The staff was really sweet and the food was absolutely delicious! It was my first time here but Id love to come back because it seems like it would have a great vibe when fully operating. They have vegetarian and vegan options as well! All day breakfast and a wide variety of a menu. Highly recommend! Thank you little grasshopper cafe for a great meal(:

★★
December 22, 2020

burger was dry and tough, and the toppings were placed underneath the patty... way too much ketchup and mustard, definitely wasnt made with care.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

I Ordered a chickana sandwich very good and poutine great choice terrific food. Dallas was my server help me select the food pleasant personality and cute.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

We were looking for a reasonably healthy Portuguese style lunch and we found it with delicious soup and salad. Everything very in store made and reasonably priced with good service, thanks Dallas. We will definitely be back

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Food was great and service was amazing... would definitely go back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Have breakfast there very good. Thank me later

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The grilled sardines are a must have. Very nice server. Great relaxed atmosphere.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Very good food great service we went as a group everyone enjoyed their meals

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Absolutely delicious home style meals. Dined here for dinner and returned for a Sunday breakfast. Both were wonderful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great portions, amazing food, inexpensive. Great atmosphere - bright, quiet, relaxed.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Steak and mushroom so juicy! Sided with crisp Greek salad Delicious hamburger , freash cut fries! Everything we order was mouth watering will deffently be ordering again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Good service with a straight forward simple menu. Everything Ive tried here is very good. The traditional breakfast with rye bread is my go to!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Delightfully surprising. Unassuming venue with unpretentious but above the ordinary cuisine. If you are looking for authentic food, this is it. Very good value for money with great service. If we ate out a lot, this place would be on our regular rotation.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Had dinner with family at The Little Grasshopper. Nice small restaurant with great service and food. Lots of fish options and vegan Mac and cheese. Craft beer and variety of wine options. Left full. Had to take dessert to go. Thanks for a great dinner. Till next time!

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

High quality food, great service, cheap espresso drinks, and a cozy atmosphere. One of the best cafes/restaurants in the area!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great food!

December 22, 2019

the salad I ordered was tasteless

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Very clean hospitable food is very tasty

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Food is good. Super cute server.

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Nice people and good food

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

I only had drinks, but they were cold and my London fog was tasteless. No napkins offered, cheap on cream for coffee. Portuguese tarts burnt

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Not ideal for breakfast. More a bar than a cafe

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good burger but other items can be distinctly average. OK value for what you get.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Always good food, prices are great and the staff is friendly.

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Very surprised the hole family can get what they want from meat eater to vegan loved it.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Delicious food, good prices and excellent service

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Been the several times. Nice, clean inside. Friendly staff. Used to be average. Not anymore. Food lacks flavor where your stomach is full but your taste buds are still hungry. Definately not authentic Portugese like O Cantinho or Wild Orchid.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good fresh food

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Very cute little place with vegan options

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great spot in Hamilton for sandwiches. Staff are attentive and takeout is quick. I recommend the chicken salad sandwich with avocado, its my go to option. You must, I repeat, must order the sweet potatoes fries. They are the best in Hamilton and good hot or cold.

Local Guide
December 22, 2018

I do not know how this place has these good reviews. Paid reviews maybe? My family went there for breakfast and we will not be going back. The food was not good. We asked for over easy eggs and they were well over cooked, the bacon was overcooked and my daughters fries were terrible! The fries were soggy and gross, the deep fryer was probably not hot enough. On top of all of that the home fries for our meals didnt even come until we were al.ost done the rest of our terrible food. This is the worst experience and food we have had in this city. These people do not seem to know what they are doing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

The were really nice. The place wasn t crowded.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great place to eat with Vegan options, try their Vegan Poutine or Mac n Cheese :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good food. Good service

December 22, 2018

Came here for the first time and had to wait an hour and a half for a bifa casa. Even when my stake come out it was cold and the only thing that was hot was my fries. They used old oil for the fries cause they came out brown not even golden. Never gonna come back again. Only excuse they had was they were short staffed. Place wasn t even packed only another table was in here. Oh and to top it off I had to pay an extra 15% just cause we came as a group of six but we were paying only by couple. Places isn t good at all.

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Good service , and the food is amazing , incredibly delicious !

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Great food and amazing people!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Hit or miss

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Feels like home.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Amazing!

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

Amazing food. great friendly service. One of my favourite Portuguese restaurants ever!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Cozy little place for homemade portuguese cuisine

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Great place. Very friendly staff. The food is really tasty and the prices are good. The All Day Breakfast is my fav!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Love it food is so good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Loved the food & atmosphere and great friendly service. I recommend for anyone wanting to eat good Portuguese food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Very authentic very friendly and delicious one of the best Portuguese places in hamilton great job guys definitely recommend the shrimp appetizer also the sausage appetizer and the cod fish wow sooooo good 5 stars in my book

★★★
December 22, 2017

We tried this restaurant because of the positive reviews. We received excellent service. I had the bacon wrapped chicken with salad and my wife had the pancake breakfast. The grilled chicken was good. The pancake breakfast came with 2 burnt pancakes tucked under a beautiful golden brown pancake. My wife was very nice and said the pancakes were good if they werent burnt, but we ended up leaving the pancakes on the plate.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

I had the shrimp with fries and rice, and it was delicious! The Camerons beer on tap is great and the service was super friendly and helpful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Amazing hidden little gem ! Dont blink because you might miss it. Excellent family run business. They take total pride in serving the freshest and best quality food going. Very reasonable prices for what you get. Everything we ordered was so tasty. I had a steak dinner which was cooked to perfection and my hubby ordered the shrimp which were plump and fresh cooked in an amazing tasting sauce which he enjoyed so much he actually drank the sauce at the end ! hahaha. You definitely have to give this place a try.

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

Great food great people

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Very friendly staff and great good for a great price.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

The food was ok.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Nice place to have breakfast , lunch and dinner

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Great food reasonably priced beer and beautiful bartender only complaint is the small size

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

It was pretty good! No real concerns other than the food was nothing to write home about (well mine). Enjoyed it though for my lunch break!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Great service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Best Portuguese Ive had in Hamilton area in years.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Service was great, wine list was awesome, food was fairly good. I had the bacalhau, which was pretty good, but not quite the traditional dish I was expecting, as the potatoes were fries and it lacked a bit of flare. That being said, most of the party I went with ordered the same thing and they all raved about it, so its likely just my expectations that got in the way. It was still tasty! I do look forward to going back and trying more of the menu.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Great

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2016

Such a cute portuguese restaurant on 37 Barton St E. Hamilton. Very clean & fantastic portuguese food! Craving for BBQ.sardines? Run to it Caldo Verde soup the best!! It is my little favorite place on Barton St.E.

★★★★★
December 22, 2016

Best little family run restaurant/bar in the downtown core. Great Portuguese food and friendly service along with great prices. Skip the trendy James St North spots and eat here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2016

Love this place. Tasty food for a good price. Big portions. Good prices on beer too. Portuguese family owned and they are all friendly. Have some staple Portuguese items as well. Not pretentious. Cozy.

★★★★★
December 22, 2016

Great food and service