Down the Street Food co. in Hamilton

201 Ottawa St N, Hamilton, ON L8H 3Z4, Canada

★★★★★
(94 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant

About

Amazing soups, sandwiches, burgers, dogz, desserts and weekend breakfast too!

Website
downthestreetfoodco.ca
Address
201 Ottawa St N, Hamilton, ON L8H 3Z4, Canada
Plus Code
65XJ+8W Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
7 AM–3 PM
Saturday
7 AM–3 PM
Sunday
7 AM–2 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Kerbside pickup No-contact delivery Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee Healthy options Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast Lunch Dinner Catering Counter service Dessert Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly LGBTQ+ friendly Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids Kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot Paid street parking

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Reviews

4.8
★★★★★
94 reviews

Most Mentioned

breakfast (24) prices (10) home fries (6) 2024 (4) eggs benedict (3) pork loin (3) yorkshire pudding (2) toasted western (2) steak and eggs (2) corned beef (2)
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★★★★★
December 14, 2024

I had the best pancakes of my life here this place has the best breakfast food known to man these people know there stuff

★★★★★
December 3, 2024

House Benny was the reason for my visit, really enjoyed the eggs with Yorkshire pudding. Service was a four star because our server could have been more attentive. Definitely will return, everyone enjoyed the food.

★★★★★
November 15, 2024

We finally stopped in for breakfast during the week. We ordered the Eggs Benny and the Corned Beef hash. Wow.... our breakfast was delicious! The hollandaise sauce on the Benny was THE BEST I've ever had (made from scratch). I made a joke that he should sell it by the jar (actually, I wasn't joking!!😉) The coffee was strong. Very friendly staff!! We were so impressed and will be back and not just for breakfast!!! Great place!

★★★★★
November 3, 2024

What a great find today for my Lady and I to have a morning date out. We wanted to have a great small town diner breakfast experience, and this wonderful spot didn't disappoint! Great atmosphere, great service, great food & portions with a wonderful presentation, and at great pricing, too. Their menu has such variety which is nice to see as well. Highly recommend you try Down The Street Food Co.

★★★★★
October 11, 2024

not a bad little breakfast spot. we had the corned beef and steak and eggs. it was good . will probably stop buy again.

★★★★★
September 26, 2024

We heard good things about this establishment, especially pertaining to their breakfasts. We visited on 09/26/2024 around 10:00 A.M. My wife ordered the 2 eggs (sunny side up) with peameal bacon & brown buttered toast with the seasoned home fries (with skins on them. I ordered the 2 eggs (sunny side up) with nicely cut lean bacon strips with the seasoned home fries and brown toast with real butter on the side for one to butter their own toast. The coffees served was freshly brewed and very strong flavour. Server/waitress was very friendly and accommodating while serving us. Overall the meal was very enjoyable and restaurant is relatively small, but has a nice ambiance (many cameras situated throughout the premises). Plenty of street parking at this time (metre) in the morning. Only con, could have used a side of jam on the table (just a suggestion).

★★★★★
August 24, 2024

We recently stopped by Down the Street Food Co. on Ottawa Street for breakfast, and it was a great find! The home-cooked breakfast was delicious and offered excellent value. It’s fantastic to have such a cozy spot in the neighborhood with fast and friendly service. We’re looking forward to our next visit.

★★★★★
July 29, 2024

Another of Ottawa Street's great places to dine. I'm embarrassed to say that this is our first visit to Down the Street and regret that it took so long. Having finally made it for Sunday breakfast, we had a great first impression. I had peeked at the menu online beforehand and, being a sucker for Eggs Benedict, had already decided on that. Of the two options, the House Benny was a no-brainer. Yorkshire pudding instead of English muffin and smoked salmon as well? Yes, please. Coffee refill? But of course, thank you. Fast friendly service, delicious food! Down the Street is a terrific local business to support. I was tempted by several items on the breakfast menu (next time), but the House Benny was a perfect choice. Dining out can be expensive, so it's important to get value when you do. I think you'll be pleased if you visit the folks at Down the Street. July 21, 2024 C&J

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Amazing staff, absolutely delicious food. I have found my new favorite breakfast place!!!

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Excellent value. I had the steak and eggs, and my wife had the smoked salmon bagel. This is going to be our regular breakfast spot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Nov 9/24--Best Ever Toasted Western Sandwich!Today September 7/24 I enjoyed one of the best ever restaurant breakfasts. Everything on my plate was perfect!! Should have taken a picture. Update! Tried the new sit-down location today for breakfast. Apparently today was the first day and there were a few bumps to be smoothed out. Despite this, breakfast was excellent. Perfect scrambled eggs. The homefries were a little under done, but that is really the only thing that wasnt perfect. Everything I have tried from breakfast wrap to soup has been excellent.

★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Great local cafe. Quality food.

★★
October 22, 2024

We have visited this restaurant twice. The first time I found the food to be satisfactory for a diner, however the home fries were undercooked. The second time I ended up sharing my companions breakfast as the server didnt put in my order. ( home fries hard again...) I sent back the coffee as it was bitter and the same server tried to insist it was fresh. We wont be returning. Going to Cannon next time.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

This place is amazing!!!! Probably the best breakfast spot in Hamilton. The food is so good, I dream about their eggs Benedict. Price is fair and staff is always friendly. Highly recommend Food

★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Great little place. Delicious breakfast. Friendly staff. Casual and welcoming atmosphere. Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Terrific breakfast...best egg bennies in town! Great location!

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

I def enjoyed my breakfast here. The staff were attentive, the food was cooked well, and the prices are decent. Recommended!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Had a party of 4 here for a breakfast and the food was very tasty and fresh. Smaller portions but quality was good. Coffee and water a plenty and staff were nice.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

This is the best breakfast in Hamilton - by far!!! The quality of the bacon, plus how the home fries are seasoned makes this my go to. The chefs always make my breakfast as I like and the coffee flows. Thanks!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

My sister and I went there today for the first time for lunch. The service was awesome and the food was phenomenal. I had the steak Sammie and my sister had the hot beef sandwich. The restaurant was bright and cheerful . We will be back.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Food was fresh and delicious! Had the best Western sandwich ever. The pancakes and home fries were perfect as well. We will definitely return.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

I bought the Beef Dip and the Buffalo Chicken today. These were the first sandwiches I picked up since they moved to the new, larger location. Staff are top notch here. In my view, what sets this place apart from other sandwich places is the love and care put into the details. Each filling has the right bread, the right bite/mouth feel. Ingredients work together in balance. This is what demands the higher price tag and is worth it. I thought the addition of flaked salt and rosemary to the beef dip bun was a clever way to add to salt to the equation while making it optional. The jus was super tasty too. Only small note which is highly subjective: I thought the fries could have used a little longer. Could be a little crispier. Thanks folks, will be back!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Came here for a Saturday brunch and we were not disappointed!! Food was made fresh to order, and delicious with an extra special touch. Awesome tunes playing while we enjoyed our yummy food. You will be seeing us again!!!!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

A fantastic eatery with a staff that is unbeatable when it comes to the live put into every dish they make. The food is also culinary art. This is a small business that needs to never go away.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Lovely hosts. Enjoyable food. Looking forward to trying lunch next time.

★★★★
July 22, 2024

Had the Reuben and french onion soup good portion and quick service friendly staff. Only thing I would like is a good sour pickle with the Reuben sandwich.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Third week in a row eating here, never dissapoints. Food is fresh and coffee is strong. Owner is top notch. This is definitely my new breakfast place! Plus were keeping it local. Which is a bonus. Thanks so much.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Absolutely amazing service and it was easy to find, not hidden at all, place is clean and fast. The food was delicious and hot when it came out. Will be visiting again for sure, i am completely satisfied with this service. 10/10!! Vegetarian options: all the meat is separated from the vegetable and

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

First time here and my Reuben sandwich was delicious! The only thing holding me back from 5 stars was the fact that the fries were way too salty.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Was so yummy and a great deal but there is a musty smell. Yall needs to run an ozone machine in there! They cost $150 on Amazon. Food, service and value was fantastic!!!!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Great food, great friendly service

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Fantastic food. Served hot and fresh.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Tried the new location yesterday and it did not disappoint! The food was fresh and very tasty. We enjoyed the Clubhouse and Beef of Weck. Loved the fries too! Well be back for sure.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Update: As of April 2024 they have moved a couple doors down to a sit-in diner! The space is bigger and the menu is bigger & better! Tried the Hot Beef Sandwich and it was delicious!! Best fries Ive had in a long time as well. Cant wait to try everything on the menu, and so nice to have a breakfast place in the neighbourhood! Previous Review: I live pretty much across the street and have been excited to try this place. Finally did today and I was not disappointed! I had the Applewood smoked pork loin with green apple, arugula & Jack Daniels bbq sauce. (normally comes with Brie as well but I cant eat cheese). Easily one of the best sandwiches Ive ever had, for real. So happy this place is in the neighbourhood, cant wait to try more!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Great little diner for home cooked fresh cheap and cheerful breakfast and other treats- kid friendly and lovely staff. Support local!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Great sandwiches and fast service.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

My husband treated me to breakfast today. We had the toasted western & homefries. I have never had a toasted western as good as this one. The staff was both courteous & helpful. Well definitely be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Honestly. One of the best hamburgers Ive ever had. And I just had the regular burger. The seasoned fries were amazing bit on the salty side but thats my jam. My wife had the veggie burger and LOVED it! For the price you pay it was above and beyond! Definitely coming back!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

I want to thank Mike for making 3 rappie pies for me! Hes been so busy with getting the new restaurant location together-which looked great-so it took some time to get them. Well worth the wait. Just like down east rappie pie. Delicious! I hope youll make them again for me sometime down the road :) Thanks again, and the best of luck in the new location. See you soon

April 22, 2024

Went for breakfast. Waited almost 30 mins at our table. Waitress brought a menu 10 mins in and never came back. Didn t even get a water or coffee offered to us. Other tables that came in long after us were offered a beverage first. Left without anything and they didn t even acknowledge us. Saw another table walkout without having been served anything as well. Waiting 30 mins to not even get a beverage offered is ridiculous. Was very disappointed as we live nearby and were looking forward to supporting this business.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

New updated menu looks fantastic. Came in for breakfast on Saturday, the was food was delicious. A must try!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Very much looking forward to trying more menu items! So glad your opening weekend was a success.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Great food great prices.

★★★★
January 22, 2024

Great food, owner/chef was super nice. Everything made to order. A little on the pricey side but it hits the spot. Would go again.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Best mushroom soup I have ever tasted.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Delicious food and great service! My mom and I ordered the pork sandwich and potato leek soup and they were both amazing!! Will definitely be back :)

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Exactly what you want for this kind of place! Local and home cooked food. Take out sandwiches and soup. The owner (and cook) loves what he does. Quick and easy food made to order.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awesome little sandwich shop

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I got the Applewood spoked pork tenderloin sandwich. It was absolutely incredible. The sandwiches are also very affordable. If youre considering eating here, it is 100% worth it.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Highly recommend

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Sandwich was absolutely dynamite!!!! Man who I assume owns the shop was also super friendly. Will be coming back!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The mushroom soup was incredible! Roast beef sammich was delicious loved every bite

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Went to Down the street food co for the first time yesterday, I thoroughly enjoyed my braised brisket sandwich. It was amazing. To top it off i had to try one of the worlds best brownies for desert and it did not disappoint. I will absolutely be back for more at this awesome cozy lunch spot. Highly recommend if your on Ottawa St Hamilton.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The soup is amazing. This place is definitely to be a go to spot to eat for me!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great soup. Great service. Excellent sandwiches. 12/10

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very very veryyyy tasty food, I got the rigatoni & OMG was it ever amazing! So fresh, affordable, & good sized portion. Thanks so much! Cant wait to try more :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Went for the first time today. Had a nice chat with the owner and chef. Took him delicious beef and barley soup along with an equally delicious lamb sandwich This will not be my last visit

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Always an amazing experience eating food here!!! The owner is a great guy. He smokes his own Meats. All is super freshhhh. Is my go to when Im in need of yumminess and good prices. Today I had the Moroccan lamb in a pita and it was so tender and delish

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

First time great experience...nice guy

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Wow. This is definitely going to be a place where Im going to be a regular. The sandwiches are the best in town.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Love the food!! So good, highly recommend.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

got two roast beef sandwiches with my brother and they were delicious! each sandwich was $10. the flavours were unique and blended together well. it was definitely a comfort food and tasted homemade. would definitely go again!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

This food is straight up unreal. no lie every bite is a symphony of flavour. I always try to recommended this place to friends and they come back raving every time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I have been here a few times now and have yet to he disappointed. There is a great selection and rotation of sandwiches. I stopped by the other day to try the breakfast wraps - which are delicious by the way. This is definitely one of my go to lunch spots on Ottawa Street.

★★★
December 22, 2022

Had a soup and sandwhich, soup was great but the sand which was so flat there was hardly anything to it

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Best roast beef sandwich

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Absolutely delicious. Small menu, almost everything made in-house or local which is how it should be! I had the gyro + a tomato soup and they both knocked my socks off. Definitely worth dropping in for lunch if you re hanging around Ottawa.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Nice concept but poor value ! Extremely small portion size for $10 sandwich More like a half sandwich Disappointing Would not recommend or go back

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

This dudes sandwiches and soup are unreal!! So tasty, delicious and crafted like a pro! If you haven t tried something from Down The Street, do it now!

December 22, 2022

10$ ham and cheese sandwich i could have made at home. Montecristo sandwich not worth it at all.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

May 14 - been watching the shop setup for the last few weeks and finally got to stop in. Pork loin sammich was aces! Will be back to try the rest of the menu :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Pork sandwich on opening day was fab! Looking forward to trying the rest of the menu.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Amazing addition to Ottawa Street. Soup and Sandwiches are incredible!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

The classic applewood smoked porkloin with arugula and Brie is a must. A small menu with perfect sandwiches, and a fine addition to Ottawa Street.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Ive visited a few times and each have been amazing. They have a fairly good rotation in menu items and youd think you would eventually run into a meh sandwich but I havent. Each time they have been well worth the price!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great little spot! Rotating menu of sandwiches and soups, all freshly made. A nice addition to the Ottawa strip.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Amazing carnitas. Well seasoned great all the way around.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Good little sandwich shop that I will definitely be visiting again. I had the meatloaf sandwich which was delicious and the clam chowder which was one of the best clam chowders I ve had. It s loaded with clams and potatoes and just the right amount of creaminess!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Never wrote a review so fast! Really, really good!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Insanely good food!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Absolutely delicious food, amazing vegetation option today and great service all at excellent prices!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Really enjoyed the sandwiches and enjoyed the style of the place. Would go back again!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Get the soup! Or anything else for that matter!

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Great soup!!!!!!