Aberdeen Tavern
Open nowComfort food, Tavern · $$ · Hamilton
Aberdeen Tavern is a big city dining experience, steeped in warm hospitality set in a beautiful old bank setting. With comfort food as our primary focus, our kitchen team works closely with local farmers and sustainable food importers to ensure the highest of quality is never compromised.
FOR THE TABLE
- Calamari$21.00
chimichurri, jalapeño-lime crema
- Burrata$24.00
red pepper jelly, confit tomato, watermelon radish, crostini
- Fries$10.00
Tavern Mayo Upgrade to truffle fries +3
- Ploughman's Board$26.00
cured meats and cheeses, pickles, mustard, foccacia
- Vegan Spinach Dip$18.00
cashew, artichoke hearts, crispy tortilla
APPETIZERS
- Shrimp Cocktail$20.00
cocktail sauce, lemon
- Carolina BBQ Grilled Short Ribs$24.00
creamy coleslaw, pickles
- Tavern Salad$16.00
mixed greens, apple, pecorino, spiced almonds, apple vinaigrette
- Caesar Salad$16.00
romaine, bacon, parmesan, croutons
- Fried Artichokes$18.00
lemon aioli
- Ahi Tuna Rice Cakes$21.00
poke dressing, avocado, jalapeño, coriander
PASTA
- Spaghetti Carbonara$26.00
bacon, soft-poached egg, Parmesan, white wine cream sauce
- Shrimp & ’Nduja Casarecce$32.00
tomato cream, basil, stracciatella, charred lemon
- Garden Vegetable Risotto$26.00
summer vegetables, mascarpone, Parmesan, lemon, crispy prosciutto
MAINS
- 8-oz Pork Chop$37.00
cauliflower-miso puree, bok choy, braised leeks, mustard jus
- Chicken Breast Puttanesca$30.00
tomato, caper & anchovy sauce, eggplant, zucchini, grilled artichoke, cheddar & Parmesan polenta
- Barbecue Braised Beef$44.00
corn purée, braised collards, corn relish, crispy leeks
- Icelandic Cod$38.00
warm potato salad, corn & bean succotash, green tomato chutney
- Roasted Salmon$32.00
herbed lemon & orzo salad, rapini, green goddess dressing, confit tomato
- Aberdeen Burger$27.00
candied bacon, aged cheddar, crispy potato, lettuce, tomato, beef aioli, sesame bun
- Chickpea & Cauliflower Curry$25.00
scented rice, coriander, garlic naan
FROM THE GRILL
served with peppercorn jus, green beans, mushrooms choice of fries or mashed potatoes
- 12-oz. Striploin$58.00
- 6-oz. Tenderloin$62.00
- Add garlic butter shrimp$15.00
Tuesday–Friday: 12 pm–3 pm
APPETIZERS
- Calamari$21.00
chimichurri, jalapeño-lime crema
- Vegan Spinach Dip$18.00
cashew, artichoke heart, crispy tortilla
- Fries$10.00 - Fries $13.00 - Truffle Fries
Tavern mayo
- Featured Soup$9.00
SALADS
Add chicken $12 | blackened shrimp $15 | salmon $18
- Tavern Salad$16.00
mixed greens, apple, pecorino, spiced almonds, apple vinaigrette
- Caesar Salad$16.00
romaine, bacon, Parmesan, croutons
- Wedge Salad$16.00
iceberg, bacon, tomatoes, crispy onions, blue cheese dressing
SANDWICHES
*Served with choice of Tavern Salad, fries, or feature soup
- Aberdeen Burger*$27.00
candied bacon, aged cheddar, crispy potato, lettuce, tomato, beef aioli, sesame bun
- Tavern Club*$24.00
turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar, tomato, lettuce, garlic mayo, egg bread
- Braised Beef Grilled Cheese*$24.00
red wine onion jam, arugula, marble rye, Madagascar pepper cheddar, mustard mayo
- Grilled Vegetable Wrap*$21.00
peperonata, feta, spinach, garlic mayo
MAINS
- Fish & Chips$22.00
battered haddock, tartar sauce, lemon
- Garden Vegetable Risotto$26.00
summer vegetables, mascarpone, Parmesan, lemon, crispy prosciutto
- Chicken Cobb Salad$25.00
bacon, blue cheese, soft-boiled egg, avocado, tomato, romaine, shallot vinaigrette, Caesar dressing, croutons
- Spaghetti Carbonara$25.00
bacon, soft-poached egg, Parmesan, white wine cream sauce
- Roasted Salmon$32.00
herbed lemon & orzo salad, rapini, green goddess dressing, confit tomato
PRIX-FIXE
$25 for Choice of Salad or Featured Soup / Choice of Main ADD a glass of wine (5 oz) for $10 (Pinot Grigio or “Quattro” Red Blend Fontamara (Abruzzo, Italy))
- Cubano Sandwich
roast pork, sliced ham, yellow mustard, Swiss cheese, pickles, baguette
- Reuben Sandwich
corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, grainy mustard mayo, rye bread, fries
- Chickpea & Cauliflower Curry
scented rice, coriander, garlic naan
- Mac & Cheese
cheddar & Swiss, bacon, herbed breadcrumbs
Saturdays–Sundays: 10 am - 3 pm Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or allergies. While we accommodate allergies, we do not guarantee an allergen-free kitchen. A gratuity of 18% will be added to parties of 8 or more.
Apps
- Vanilla & Honey Yogurt Parfait$13.00
preserves, berries, granola
- Calamari$21.00
chimichurri, jalapeño-lime crema
- Avocado Toast$13.00
chive, Maldon salt, focaccia
- Tavern Salad$16.00
mixed greens, pickled red onion, goat cheese, puffed quinoa, charred lemon vinaigrette
- Smoked Salmon Toast$14.00
whipped cream cheese, radish, cucumber, capers, focaccia
Mains
*Choice of mixed greens or home fries
- Eggs Benedict*$22.00
English muffin, ham, poached egg, hollandaise (substitute avocado or smoked salmon - $3)
- Omelette*$19.00
whipped ricotta, peperonata, chives, served with toast
- Tostada Rancheros*$21.00
poached eggs, black bean, cheddar, pico de gallo, guacamole, jalapeño-lime crema (can be made vegan)
- Curried Tofu Scramble*$19.00
sourdough, spinach, onion, red pepper, cauliflower, pumpkin seeds
- Reuben Sandwich*$23.00
corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, grainy mustard mayo, rye bread
- Smash Brunch Burger*$22.00
3-oz patty, peameal, cheddar, fried egg, onion, tomato, hollandaise, burger sauce, potato bun
- Cheesecake-Stuffed French Toast$19.00
fruit preserves, vanilla whipped cream, brown butter graham crumble
- Tavern Breakfast$24.00
two eggs, sausage, duck fat hashbrown, molasses baked beans, roasted tomato
- Chicken Cobb Salad$25.00
double-smoked bacon, blue cheese, soft-boiled egg, avocado, tomato, romaine, shallot vinaigrette, Caesar dressing, croutons
Sides
- Warm Scone$5.00
- Fruit Plate$8.00
- Bacon$6.00
- Buttered Toast$3.00
- Home Fries$9.00
- Fries$10.00
Tavern mayo
Kid's Menu
- Chicken Fingers & Fries$13.00
three pieces, plum sauce, ketchup
- Burger$13.00
cheese, lettuce, tomato, potato bun, fries
- French Toast$10.00
whipped cream, powdered sugar, blueberry
- Kid's breakfast$13.00
two eggs, bacon, home fries, toast
End your meal with decadent desserts at The Aberdeen on Locke Street. A neighbourhood restaurant in Hamilton offering cheesecakes, tarts, and fine sweets.
To Finish
- Raspberry & White Chocolate Cheesecake$13.00
brown-sugar peaches
- Black Forest Chocolate Bar$13.00
liqueur-soaked cherries, vanilla whipped cream
- Banana Crème Brulée$13.00
sugar cookie
After Dinner Cocktails
(2 oz)
- Red Hill Russian$15.00
vodka, coffee liqueur, cherry brandy, chilled espresso, milk
- Because the Night$15.00
Canadian Club whisky, Frangelico, crème de cacao, chai syrup
- Aberdeen Coffee$15.00
Drambuie, Grant’s scotch, coffee, whipped cream
Steakhouse Sunday
From the restaurant's menu pageSundays exclusively, 5pm to close
APPS
- Wedge Salad$16.00
iceberg, bacon, tomatoes, crispy onions, blue cheese dressing
- Caesar Salad$16.00
romaine, bacon, garlic croutons, Parmesan
- Ahi Tuna Rice Cake$21.00
poke dressing, avocado, jalapeño, coriander
- Fried Calamari$21.00
chimichurri, jalapeño-lime crema, lemon
- Carolina Barbecue Grilled Short Ribs$24.00
creamy coleslaw, pickles
- Shrimp Cocktail$20.00
cocktail sauce, lemon
MAINS
- Roasted Salmon$32.00
herbed lemon & orzo salad, rapini, green goddess dressing, confit tomato
- Garden Vegetable Risotto$26.00
summer vegetables, mascarpone, Parmesan, lemon, crispy prosciutto
- Chicken Breast Puttanesca$30.00
tomato, caper & anchovy sauce, eggplant, zucchini, grilled artichoke, cheddar & Parmesan polenta
STEAKHOUSE SUNDAY
Select your steak, one side, one vegetable, and one sauce.
- 8-oz. Bavette$52.00
- 12-oz. Striploin$58.00
- 6-oz. Tenderloin$62.00
- Loaded Baked Potato
bacon, sour cream, cheddar, chives
- Mac & Cheese
cheddar & Swiss, bacon, herbed breadcrumbs
- Herb & Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Fries
Tavern mayo
- Truffle Fries$3.00
- Green Beans
anchovy butter, almonds, preserved lemon
- Roasted Nantes Carrots
yogurt, herbs, seed crumble
- Brocollini
brown butter, parsley aioli, garlic chips
- Roasted Mushrooms
garlic butter, pine nuts, herbs
- Green Peppercorn Jus
- Tarragon Béarnaise
- Chimichurri
- Horseradish Sauce
- Blue Cheese Crust$6.00
- Garlic Butter Shrimp$15.00