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Augusta's Winking Judge

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Augusta's Winking Judge is a classic Hamilton pub with a strong reputation for craft beer and community atmosphere. It is a good recommendation for casual nights out and local beer lovers.

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Augusta's Winking Judge is a classic Hamilton pub with a strong reputation for craft beer and community atmosphere. It is a good recommendation for casual nights out and local beer lovers. This listing is part of Excitorama's Hamilton Phase 2D expansion and is set up as a free community listing that may later be claimed or upgraded.

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Best For

Craft Beer Enthusiasts
Comedy Fans
Live Music Lovers
Cozy Date Nights
Local Vibe

Why People Love It

  • ♥ Extensive selection of Ontario craft beers and rotating taps
  • ♥ The unique atmosphere of a converted historic Victorian home
  • ♥ Recurring Sunday night comedy shows that have been running for years
  • ♥ Friendly, knowledgeable staff who are passionate about local brews
  • ♥ Lively yet unpretentious environment that feels like a local hidden gem

Popular Menu Items

Guilty Burger$20.00

Handhelds

Signature
Not Guilty Burger$16.00

Handhelds

Judge Nachos$18.00

Shareables

Signature
Traditional Poutine$13.00

Poutines

Vegetarian
Bacon Butty$15.00

Handhelds

Signature
Wings (1lb)$18.00

Classics

Falafel Wrap$16.00

Handhelds

Vegetarian
Baked Brie$16.00

Shareables

Vegetarian
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Upcoming Events

Laugh at the Judge2026-06-28 · 7:30 PM

A long-running recurring Sunday night stand-up comedy show featuring local and touring comedians in the upstairs lounge.

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Laugh at the Judge feat. David Brennan2026-07-14 · 8:30 PM

Special comedy night featuring comedian David Brennan as part of the Hamilton Fringe festival season.

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Known For

Craft Beer
Live Music
Stand-up Comedy
Patio
Cozy
Old English Pub
Pub Food
Date Night
Ghost Stories
Darts

Accessibility

The venue is located in a converted historic Victorian home. Restrooms and the main event space (for comedy and live music) are located on the second floor, accessible only via a flight of stairs. Wheelchair access is likely limited to the main floor and ground-floor patio.

Parking

Pay-and-display street parking is available on Augusta Street. There are several municipal and private lots nearby, including a lot adjacent to the church on Augusta Street (though it may be locked overnight).

Transit

The venue is extremely close to the Hamilton GO Centre, which serves as a major hub for GO trains and local HSR bus routes (Routes 1, 2, 3, 21-27, 33-35).

Seasonal Note

The venue features both a front and a large back patio which are popular for outdoor dining and drinks during the summer months.

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Why Excitorama Recommends This

This is a useful Hamilton experience to recommend when users are looking for pub, nightlife, or things to do in Downtown Hamilton.

Vibe

Craft Beer
Casual
Social

Tags

Nightlife
Pub
Hamilton
Downtown Hamilton
Craft Beer
Casual
Social

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Details

Address

25 Augusta St, Hamilton, ON L8N 1P6

Indoor
👥 Groups
🧍 Solo