Caro on James

Name: Caro on James
Address: 229 James street North, hamilton, ON, Canada, L8R 2L2
Telephone: (905) 529-2379
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

841 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

A light and airy space with great modern Italian cuisine and cocktails. A place that you can call home, with friendly staff, great atmosphere and many laughs to be had. This is a restaurant that our dear guests, friends, family and community can enjoy for years to come.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri 16:00–22:30 Sat 15:00–22:30 Sun 15:00–22:00
Phone number
(905) 529-2379
Website
http://www.carorestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
229 James street North, hamilton, ON L8R 2L2
Area
Hamilton
Cross Street
James St. North and Robert Street
Parking details
Municipal lot accessible via Mulberry St. Metered Street Parking available on James St. North
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Soup of the Day
Arugula Salad
pear | gorgonzola | toasted walnuts | fennel | blood orange reduction | white balsamic vinaigrette
Margherita Pizza
fior di latte | tomato sauce | basil
Pepperoni Pizza
tomato sauce | mozzarella | oregano
Garganelli Primavera
cherry tomato | roasted garlic | baby spinach
Chicken Parmesan
4oz breaded chicken | pomodoro | mozzarella | spaghetti | grilled country loaf
Scoop of Gelato

Appetizers

Great to share! Add a chicken breast to any dish $8

Crispy Polenta FriesCA$10.00
marinara | basil aioli | gorgonzola dip
Arugula SaladCA$10.00
pear | gorgonzola | white balsamic vinaigrette | toasted walnuts | fennel | blood orange
Caprese SaladCA$12.00
heirloom tomatoes | fior di latte | basil | balsamic reduction
Caro BreadCA$12.00
toasted country bread | fresh mozzarella | roasted garlic | fine herb | romesco
Focaccia Fried CalamariCA$12.00
marinara | roasted garlic aioli | crispy capers | basil
MeatballsCA$12.00
beef | marinara | parmesan | toasted country loaf

Pizza

Gluten free dough available. Dips ($1) - choice of: marinara | basil aioli | garlic aioli | gorgonzola

MargheritaCA$12.00
fior di latte | tomato sauce | basil
PepperoniCA$14.00
tomato sauce | mozzarella | oregano
Vegan-AtorCA$14.00
Beyond Meat sausage | rapini | black olive | house made vegan cheese | tomato sauce
Fun BobbyCA$15.00
mushroom | pancetta | black olive | tomato sauce | mozzarella
MushroomCA$16.00
truffle butter | woodland mushroom | pickled onion | arugula | mozzarella | parmesan
CarnivoreCA$17.00
pancetta | porchetta | pepperoni | spiced sausage | tomato sauce | mozzarella
Duck ConfitCA$17.00
apple butter barbeque I pancetta | caramelized onion | mozzarella I balsamic reduction
The OmarCA$18.00
fried chicken | Carolina barbeque sauce | corn puree | mozzarella | cheddar | gorgonzola drizzle

Pasta

gluten free noodles also available

Tuscan RigatoniCA$15.00
sausage ragu | rapini | pickled peppers
GnudiCA$17.00
truffle mushroom cream sauce | woodland mushrooms | gremolata
Shrimp & SpaghettiCA$18.00
black tiger shrimp | spicy rose sauce | basil | garlic bread crumb
Garganelli CarbonaraCA$18.00
pancetta | fine herb | garlic cream | parmesan | shallots
Short Rib PappardelleCA$21.00
red wine braised short rib | three cheese | spinach | basil | garlic bread crumbs
Chicken ParmesanCA$23.00
breaded chicken | pomodoro | mozzarella | linguine | grilled country loaf

Dessert

GelatoCA$6.00
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TiramisuCA$7.00
CannoliCA$7.00

What 841 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caro on James is a delightful dining spot praised for its "great food," "excellent service," and "inviting atmosphere." It offers a diverse menu with standout pizzas and gluten-free options. Guests enjoy the "peaceful ambience" ideal for conversations, making it perfect for both business and casual dining. Highly recommended!

841 Reviews

M
Marilyn
VIP
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, delicious food. Nice ambiance. Delicious pasta dishes. Appetizers of Cesar salad and Caro bread delightful!
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Todd
Toronto
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
We go quite often. But Valentines day was bad. Place didn't seem to have heat. Pretty chilly. Most diners kept their jackets on. No reason from staff on lack of heat. Caro bread was cold. We were going to hang out for cocktails and then head downstairs but left early and went somewhere else.
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Grant
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great place with a good atmosphere. Nice fresh food without being overdone. Awesome service!
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Harman
VIP
Toronto
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Disappointed to say the least ; had high expectations based on my experience at the original Caro on Ottawa Street , but this location was not worth the 2 hour drive from up north; they sat us in the cold old garage in the winter even though had made reservations a week before ; food and service were lack luster .. hope they improve in the future
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Megan
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was my fourth or fifth time at Caro and I will continue to come back! The food is fantastic and well priced. The service is attentive but they never rush you. The only qualm I have is with the bench seats on the perimeter of the restaurant - they could use a little more cushion haha. But absolutely would recommend to anyone! The perfect special occasion spot!
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Alisha
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious pasta and great service! Favourite menu picks were the caro spritz and the rigatoni!
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Victoria
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always choose Caro on James for great food and great service. I also choose it as a reliable place for not being too loud. When I am meeting for business, my connections welcome the ambience that has music, but is never too loud for good discussion.
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Cody
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and just as pleasing food. Always a good choice.
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Brenda
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, good service, nice ambience. The short rib pasta was great!
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Sara
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Decided to enjoy a family night out with our teens and ambiance was great for having a conversation. Great food, everyone tried something different on the menu, the broccoli and fennel soup was a must try.
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FAQs

Caro on James offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Caro on James also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (905) 529-2379.

Caro on James is rated 4.5 stars by 841 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

229 James street North, hamilton, ON L8R 2L2

Additional information

Cross Street
James St. North and Robert Street
Area
Hamilton
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri 16:00–22:30 Sat 15:00–22:30 Sun 15:00–22:00
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Municipal lot accessible via Mulberry St. Metered Street Parking available on James St. North
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.carorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(905) 529-2379

Caro on James

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Lunch Pre-Fixe Menu

Soup of the Day

Arugula Salad

Margherita Pizza

Pepperoni Pizza

Garganelli Primavera

Chicken Parmesan

Scoop of Gelato

Appetizers

Crispy Polenta FriesCA$10.00

Arugula SaladCA$10.00

Caprese SaladCA$12.00

Caro BreadCA$12.00

Focaccia Fried CalamariCA$12.00

MeatballsCA$12.00

Pizza

MargheritaCA$12.00

PepperoniCA$14.00

Vegan-AtorCA$14.00

Fun BobbyCA$15.00

MushroomCA$16.00

CarnivoreCA$17.00

Duck ConfitCA$17.00

The OmarCA$18.00

Pasta

Tuscan RigatoniCA$15.00

GnudiCA$17.00

Shrimp & SpaghettiCA$18.00

Garganelli CarbonaraCA$18.00

Short Rib PappardelleCA$21.00

Chicken ParmesanCA$23.00

Dessert

GelatoCA$6.00

TiramisuCA$7.00

CannoliCA$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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