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Farside

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About

Farside is a creative neighbourhood bar known for its friendly feel, artful personality, and easygoing atmosphere. It is a good choice for users looking for a relaxed but memorable Hamilton night out.

Our Story

Farside is a creative neighbourhood bar known for its friendly feel, artful personality, and easygoing atmosphere. It is a good choice for users looking for a relaxed but memorable Hamilton night out. 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 Lovers
Art Enthusiasts
Nostalgic Date Night
Late Night Snacks
Inclusive Socializing
Experimental Performance

Why People Love It

  • ♥ Nostalgic retro atmosphere with VHS tapes and curated decor
  • ♥ Warm, welcoming, and inclusive community vibe
  • ♥ Creative DIY art and performance space in the B-SIDE backroom
  • ♥ High-quality selection of local craft beers and unique cocktails
  • ♥ Friendly, efficient, and unpretentious staff

Popular Menu Items

Nacho Dog$5

Snacks

Vegetarian Option
Signature
Cheesy Pickle Dog$5

Snacks

Vegetarian Option
Nachos & Queso$7

Snacks

Vegetarian
Ultra Purple Rocket$10

Cocktails

Signature
The Hamilton$15

Cocktails

Signature
Tiger Claw$15

Cocktails

Paper Plane$13

Cocktails

Ballpark Dog$5

Snacks

Vegetarian Option
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Upcoming Events

Monthly Bingo2026-07-06 · 7:00 PM

A recurring community bingo night held on the first Monday of every month.

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James Street North Art Crawl2026-07-10 · 7:00 PM

Farside and its B-SIDE gallery space participate in the monthly neighborhood art crawl with local art showcases and performances.

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Jeremy Young Live2026-10-02 · 7:00 PM

Experimental music performance by Jeremy Young as part of his 2026 tour.

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Known For

Live Music
VHS
Art Gallery
Inclusive
Craft Beer
Cocktails
Late Night
Nostalgia
LGBTQ+ Friendly
DIY Venue
Patio

Accessibility

The venue features a wheelchair-accessible entrance and main floor seating. B-SIDE, the performance space within the bar, is also located on the main level.

Parking

Street parking is available on side streets such as Barton or Murray; parking on James St N is limited. Sundays offer free street parking. Municipal car parks are available within walking distance.

Transit

Conveniently located near several HSR bus stops on James Street North. It is approximately a 10-15 minute walk from the Hamilton GO (Hunter St) Station.

Seasonal Note

Features a seasonal drink list, currently showcasing 'Summer '26 Cocktails'. A cozy outdoor patio is open during the warmer months.

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Why Excitorama Recommends This

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

Vibe

Casual
Creative
Social

Tags

Nightlife
Bar
Hamilton
Downtown Hamilton
Casual
Creative
Social

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Details

Address

288 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2L3

Indoor
👥 Groups
🧍 Solo