The Express Restaurant - Italian Eatery

4.6 ( 808 reviews )
Checking... 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$20–30
1034 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 1L5, Canada
+1 289-389-2008
The Express Restaurant - Italian Eatery, located at 1034 King St W in Hamilton, is quickly becoming a favorite among locals and visitors alike. This quaint establishment boasts an inviting, rustic ambiance that harmonizes beautifully with its mouthwatering menu. Patrons rave about the extensive selection of wood oven calzones, with standout options like the Charred Veggie Calzone bursting with flavor from grilled zucchini and goat cheese, and the indulgent Tutta Carne Calzone, perfect for meat lovers. The Chicken Tetrazzini shines as a creamy, hearty pasta dish that has guests vowing to return after just one bite. Service is another highlight, with friendly, attentive staff like Serena and Madeline ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Customers appreciate the cozy atmosphere, enhanced by the delightful aromas wafting from the kitchen. Many reviews mention the lovely outdoor seating, perfect for a lunch on a beautiful day in Westdale. The Express Restaurant combines quality Italian cuisine with exceptional service and a warm, inviting environment, making it an ideal spot for family gatherings or a casual dinner with friends. Overall, it’s a gem worth discovering for those craving authentic Italian flavors in Hamilton.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • No-contact delivery
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Food
    • Healthy options
    • Spirits
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Catering
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • University students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Parking

Reviews For The Express Restaurant - Italian Eatery

Tayees Villarosa
Jun 3,2025
Serena was such an explendid server to us. The choices that we ordered was also a must try. Worth every penny to have a dinner night out with a really good friend
Sarah Cudney
Jun 2,2025
Food is absolutely delicious! We talked about coming back after the first bite. The service is quick and extremely friendly. Atmosphere has a adorable rustic cozy feel to it. You can smell all the delicious foods cooking as you sit creating an intoxicating experience. Definitely recommend!!
Jeff Law
May 13,2025
Ordered the Chicken Tetrazzini Chicken Parmigiana, Pesto Pizza with Tossed Salad. All dishes were amazing. Cozy place to grab bite in Westdale.
Kim Davis
May 9,2025
We had a wonderful lunch here today at the front of the restaurant where it felt like a patio on this beautiful day! The server was so sweet! She was attentive and kind :) The food was delicious! My friend had the lunch special which was a great deal. The pricing was very reasonable. I feel as if The Express never disappoints! Thank you :)
Jeanell Marchetti
Mar 26,2025
Enjoyed dinner so much!!!! Large portions and authentic tasting Italian food! We had a friendly, excellent server named Madeline. Always love when a biscotti is complementary to your cappuccino! Perfect spot to take your family while visiting them at McMaster!
Celeste Abraham
Feb 20,2025
Very nice atmosphere, good and staff! We had Sophie as a waitress and she was very nice. Definitely recommend visiting!
Stephen Skuse
Feb 18,2025
A little loud, but the food is amazing, as is the staff. The calzone was so soft and fresh, and the gnocchi was delicious. Will be back to try the pizzas.
Tajinder Minhas
Feb 10,2025
Came to The Express for dinner as a first timer. We had Serena as our server and she was very attentive and provided great service, not only to us, but to all the tables she was serving. It was evident that she cared about her customers having a good experience. She was able to make recommendations when asked and they were fantastic! The food was of good quality and the portions were just right. The playlist was just perfect and added to the overall wonderful experience!

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