Hot and juicy

990 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 1L1, Canada
+1 905-393-4488
$$$ Hamburger restaurant
(379 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Hot and Juicy is a casual hamburger joint located on King St W in Hamilton, known for its straightforward yet hearty smash-style burgers. This spot fits neatly into a fast-casual dining niche — ideal for anyone craving a substantial, no-frills burger made fresh to order without the predictability of big-chain fare.

Inside, the vibe is clean and unpretentious, with a focus on efficiency and flavor rather than fancy decor. The staff is friendly and attentive, often going the extra mile, like providing complimentary snacks or even rubber gloves for tackling especially messy double-patty burgers. It’s the kind of place where people who appreciate a juicy, properly cooked burger come for quick lunches or casual dinners.

The menu covers classic options such as the classic cheeseburger and double burger, but also offers a range of specialty burgers, including some with avocado, mushrooms, jalapeños, and beef bacon, appealing to those who like their burgers piled high and rich in flavor. The standout, judging from local experience, is the Hot & Juicy burger — reliably hot and loaded, perfect for anyone not afraid to dive into a big, saucy bite.

Sides like seasoned fries, sweet potato fries, and crispy onion rings round out the meal, drawing local praise for their crispness and flavor, often enjoyed alongside the main burgers for a satisfying comfort-food combo. Many visitors find the portion sizes generous, especially when ordering doubles or specialty burgers.

Most visitors find Hot and Juicy well-suited for takeaway or an informal sit-down experience, with outdoor seating available for warmer days. It’s a popular spot among Hamilton locals looking for a step up from standard fast food—particularly around lunch or early evening when hunger calls for something quick but more flavorful than usual.

In short, Hot and Juicy thrives as a neighborhood burger spot where quality ingredients meet a relaxed, helpful service style. It’s a practical choice for anyone who wants a properly made smash burger with generous toppings, served hot and fresh in a straightforward atmosphere.

Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves food
Quick bite
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Parking
Free parking lot
Paid street parking
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday

10:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday

10:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday

10:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

379 Reviews
HonestReviews

06 Jan 2026

Wow, this place is a hidden gem. I saw the reviews and wanted to try it. I went for lunch today and it was fantastic! I ordered the Hot & Juicy burger which was made to order. The burger was very delicious and the sauces were really tasty. Probably one of the best smash burgers in Hamilton. Burger was hot, fries were hot. The place was very clean. The service was great. I highly recommend this place. I will definitely be back for more burgers!

Joe Desourdie

05 Jan 2026

Burgers are really good and reasonably priced. There is no burger place like it in the area either. The service was great and the guys were super nice. We ordered and sat out front to eat and they brought out some free mozzarella sticks for us to try as a thank you, which were also awesome. Great spot to eat at.

Salman Ahmed

02 Jan 2026

One of best - and MESSIEST, Burgers I've had a while. Their double patty burgers are huge and extremely yummy. The server handed us rubber gloves with our order, which were spot on as there was no way to eat this burger without getting our hands dirty. Highly recommended Burger joint in Hamilton.

Derek Lukosius

21 Nov 2025

Hot & Juicy is a delicious burger spot with so many great, quick, takeaway offerings. If you're looking to get a bit of delicious fast food - I highly recommend skipping McDonalds and hitting up Hot & Juicy instead. Their burgers are smash-style and their ingredients are much better than your usual burger franchise. Their fries are seasoned nicely and give a slightly different taste than what you might be used to. The owner is also very kind and accommodating. Just don't expect to sit down here as it's take out only but they have a couple of seats and tables outdoors for warmer-season dining. Highly recommend!

Maryam Rahat

15 Nov 2025

Hot crunchy fries, well seasoned, massive burger, flavorful, well done, packed with mushrooms and jalapeños, and generous portion of beef bacon, just like I wanted it. They made it right in front of me. This will be my weekly stop at westdale. Pleasantly surprised. Thank you

Victoria Balassone

27 Oct 2025

Really great food and the owners are incredibly kind and helpful! There is a lot of food variety so you cannot go wrong with any food item! I got the buffalo chicken poutine and it’s delicious and so full! I’ll definitely be coming back to try more menu items.

Aisha Halimi

21 Sep 2025

This gotta be one of the best burgers I’ve ever had, top tier. They really live up to their name cuz those burgers really are hot and juicy. The fries are nice and crispy too and seasoned to perfection. The owners are incredibly welcoming and always greet my friends and I with a warm smile. I can’t recommend this place enough and everyone I’ve brought here has only had positive things to say. Nothing but the best!!

Harsh Batra

19 Sep 2025

A small surprising find. This is one of the juciest burgers I have tasted. The best one in their menu is is the onion burger, but overall every other sandwich is so good. So full, so juicy, so cooked to perfection. The atmosphere is chill with very friendly staff. Will recommend 10/10

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