Our Story

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Hamilton’s destination for live music, cold drinks and amazing food! Family owned and operated since 2023
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Cat & Fiddle
Our History

The Hamilton Cat & Fiddle, a beloved pub and live music venue, opened in 1993 and closed in 2021, but has since reopened under new ownership in 2023.

Opening and Early Years:

Reg Collett and Dario Pacini opened the Cat ‘N’ Fiddle in 1993 at 174 John St. S, quickly becoming a popular spot, especially for its Wednesday night jazz jam and its welcoming atmosphere. 

 
Family Involvement:

Keast’s father, Reg Collett, opened the bar with Pacini, and later Keast and her husband joined the business, with Keast and her dad running the bar until Collett’s death in 2006

 
Closure and Reopening:

In September 2021, then-owners Suzanne Keast and her partners made the difficult decision to close the pub due to the pandemic, but the Cat & Fiddle reopened in September 2023 under new ownership, according to Hamilton City Magazine. 

 
New Ownership:
Ty Patry, the new owner, aims to bring excitement back to the Corktown area, and the Cat & Fiddle is family-run, with Patry, his parents, and sister all involved. 
 

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Unique Experience

Shareable appetizers like deep fried pickles, nachos, and jalapeno poppers are met with main dishes like fish & chips, burgers, chicken wings, and quesadillas; all complemented by domestic and imported beers like Budweiser, Stella Artois, and Alexander Keith’s.

Live bands scheduled every week complimented by Monday night darts and Wednesday Trivia.

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Opening Hours
Monday - Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00 AM
Thursday 11:00 - 01:00 AM
Friday 11:00 - 02:00 AM
Saturday 11:00 - 0200 AM
Sunday 11:00 - 12:00 AM
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