1010 Bistro

" THIS IS WHERE TO DINE IN HAMILTON "
We finally found where upscale, modern cuisine hides in Hamilton.
Food - Taste is Delicious ..... Presentation - Art
Service - Professional, Polite, Attentive, Kind
Atmosphere - Chic, Modern
Business Smart & Romantic & Trendy
My wife and I heard such great reviews from co-workers, family and friends and thought - "I guess we should try them out .... they were right"
We dined with 1010 Bistro on a Tuesday evening, we didn't think we would need a reservation - we got to the front door - they were full house on a Tuesday, the attentive host accomodated us with a table in five minutes, AMAZING.
We look around and see a great mix of guests as you would in a Toronto (city) restaurant, business dinners, meetings, couples of all ages, colleages, friends, groups, etc., local "Celebrities.
We were seated and the experience continued to please. Once we finally decided what to order, for everything sounded superb, we cruised the wine list, again best I've seen in Hamilton, that taking us sometime, thank goodness for Martini's (which is also a great selection), our appetizers arrived - you must try their Scallop dish -perfect and Beet Salad - delicious, those are the best words to describe the evening. My Venison Rack was so flavourful and tender and my wife's Duck Duo impressive and generous, with a fantastic bottle of wine. To top things off, an award winning creme brulee, they also offer a extensive scotch, port, grappa, liqueur and after dinner drink menu.
I could go on because I was impressed -
We can't believe they have been open almost 10 years and this was our first visit, now of many come, you leave feeling you made good aquaintances and soon friends - it is a satisfying feeling.
It is proper to share recommendations and reviews with others so have fun .... and thanks.

JG

Food is just average by foodie standards, for unknowing "eaters" it's okay at best.
Sauces were not reductions.
prices are bit too high for what you get...
the main reason I would not return is over crowded and over heated....the tables are too crowded and close to each other to the point that my chair was constantly being bumped by the lady behind me...she was a slim woman like myself...I could not fault her as there was only 2" of space between us. The whole time we were having dinner we had to compete with the talking all around us and as I sitting there I wondered if a fire broke out how would I reach the door? Our served seemed to be a bit on edge too...most likely due to the heat....
1010 needs to remove a few tables for more comfort.

Finally and restaurant in Hamilton that has class, starting with service and the quality of food. If you enjoy and appreciate gourmet taste and fine wine, without having to drive to Toronto, go there, you won't be dissappointed.

Went to 1010 again last night, loved it as usual.

heirloom tomato & boccocino salad - a simple salad that requires the freshest ingredients. perfect.

grilled calamari - slightly less impressed than last visit. It had a touch of chewiness, but it's been good every other time. On a note, even with the chewiness it was as good as anywhere else I've had it.

duck two ways - my date had this on the server's recommendation. was quite pleased with it.

seafood fettuccine - delicious! I've never met a scallop I liked until last night.

belgian chocolate spring rolls - perfect

creme brulle - perfect

the staff were polite, courteous and accomodating. I suppose any restaurant that brings you fresh silverware after each course could be called pretentious, but I appreciate those small touches.

Lunch at 1010 Bistro is always pleasant and refined. The wait staff can assess very quickly whether you are on a timed lunch break or enjoying a leisurely lunch. We were enjoying a leisurely lunch. The Grilled Calamari was perfectly cooked. Very tender and the sauces drizzled over the dish were very nice. The Spinach Salad consists of Baby Spinach, poached pears, blue cheese and spicy pecans. It is by far the best Spinach Salad in Ontario. The Pasta Primavera w/goat cheese was full of grilled vegetables and perfectly seasoned. The Chicken Crepe was the only slight miss of the lunch. We found the Chicken filling in the Crepe a little too heavy on the creamy side. It had great flavor but too thick in texture and overly rich. If this dish is lightened up a little it would be perfect. All and all a great lunch.

Host was condescending and patronizing....
Food was overdone and way too oily
FAR too overpriced for what you get....
A disgrace!

Dining in this restaurant I felt like I was in New York or Toronto.
The atmosphere is modern and sophisticated.
The service is very attentive, professional and friendly.
We met the owner and she made us feel as though we were dining in her home she was so inviting.
The food, and we travel extensively, is matched with the best we've ever had.
The presentation, use of colour, freshness, tenderness and flavours of each dish were superb.
The wine list is the best in the city.
Very highly recommended.

I don't know why there are so many poor reviews for this restaurant. I always find the service impeccable and the food delicious. It's not cheap, but I don't find it overpriced. I make a point of going every few months for a nice night out. I regularly dine out in the city, and this is hands-down my favorite restaurant.

I love 1010 Bistro it's one of my favorite spots in Hamilton. It's small, and quaint and has a really nice intimate atmosphere. The food is fantastic! Last time I went I had butternut squash soup drizzled with balsamic and it was GREAT! I always get the Creme Brule, it's my favourite dessert and it's delic!

MMMM! My husband and I always go here for important events (birthday, anniversary).

I would NEVER visit again, arrogant servers, kitchen is not big enough to handle a busy night. Food was very slow, pasta cold and not cooked at all. I will never visit again and would not recomend this place to anyone!!!!!