Rony's is a Stoney Creek charcoal-chicken counter where the Chicken Wrap, Chicken Plate, Fries with Benefits, and yogurt-sauce details carry the whole recommendation.

Family-run Portuguese BBQ on Barton Street, led by famous BBQ chicken, handcrafted piri-piri sauce, custard tarts, and recurring specials like Friday octopus, Saturday feijuada, and Sunday cozido.

Hardwood-charcoal chicken, piri piri poutine, and a family-run James Street North story make Charred a durable Hamilton comfort-food anchor.

Saltlick Smokehouse is a James North barbecue fixture built around shared platters, in-house smoked meats, and a current menu that lets groups build a meal from brisket, fried chicken, ribs, pork belly nuggets, and sides.