The Burnt Tongue Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to The Burnt Tongue, a culinary gem nestled at 1019 King St W, Hamilton, ON. Renowned for its vibrant menu balancing health-conscious options with hearty favorites, this eatery caters to a diverse palate. Their burger selection shines, boasting the classic all-beef patty alongside enticing vegan options like the Black Bean Burger, both of which are dairy-free.

  • Classic Burger: A straightforward delight, featuring a succulent 4 oz patty.
  • Deluxe Burger: Elevates the experience with fresh toppings and special sauce.
  • Salads: The Roasted Sweet Potato, Kale & Quinoa is a standout, vegan and gluten-free.
  • Soups: Daily rotating choices such as creamy tomato & tortellini ensure you’ll never be bored.

Dishes are made with care, resonating with customers who appreciate quality and flavor. Whether dining in or taking out, The Burnt Tongue promises an unforgettable experience you'll want to revisit.

Salad

Kale Fruit, Nut & Goat Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian & Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: kale, toasted nuts & seeds, dried fruit, goat cheese, Balsamic dressing: Dijon mustard, oil, garlic, sugar, salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar

$10.00

Kale Caesar

DIETARY: Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: kale, Grana Padano, lemon, Caesar dressing: Dijon mustard, oil, lemon, garlic, pasteurized liquid yolk, salt, pepper, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire

$9.00

Roasted Sweet Potato, Kale & Quinoa

DIETARY: Vegan & Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: roasted sweet potato, apple, kale, quinoa, walnut, Maple Dijon vinaigrette: oil, grainy mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar

$10.00

Classic Burger - Single

DIETARY: Dairy Free; INGREDIENTS:; 4 oz all-beef patty, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, onion, pickle, hamburger bun

$8.50

Classic Burger - Double

DIETARY: Diary Free; INGREDIENTS: 2 x; 4 oz all-beef patties, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, onion, pickle, hamburger bun

$12.50

Deluxe Burger - Double

DIETARY: Dairy Free; INGREDIENTS: 2 x 4 oz all-beef patties, onion, pickle, tomato, lettuce, hamburger bun,; Special sauce:; mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, red wine vinegar

$13.50

Deluxe Burger - Single

DIETARY: Dairy Free; INGREDIENTS: 4 oz all-beef patty, onion, pickle, tomato, lettuce, hamburger bun,; Special sauce:; mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, red wine vinegar

$9.50

Black Bean Burger (Vegan)

DIETARY: Vegan; INGREDIENTS: red onion, pickle, tomato, lettuce, hamburger bun,; Tahini:; tahini, sesame oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, za’atar seasoning, maple syrup,; Black bean patty:; black bean, canola oil, brown rice, corn, onion, tomato paste, soy protein concentrate, red pepper, green pepper, cane sugar, potato starch, sea salt, yeast extract, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black bean powder, tomato powder, citric acid, lactic acid, instant coffee, molasses

$12.00

Burger

Desserts

Carrot Cake Ice Cream Sandwich

$6.00

Bangkok Fries

DIETARY: Vegetarian & Dairy Free; INGREDIENTS:; potato, garlic mayo, Sriracha, hoisin, peanuts, cilantro, Lawry’s Original seasoned salt

$13.00

Cheesy Crab Fries

DIETARY: Gluten Free; INGREDIENTS: potato, crab meat, lemon garlic cream, scallion, Old Bay seasoning,; Cheese sauce

$18.00

Loaded Dill Pickle Fries

DIETARY: Vegetarian & Gluten Free; INGREDIENTS: potato, pickle, white onion, chive,; Dill seasoning:; salt, coriander seed, dill seed, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, dill, citric acid,; Dill mayo:; Dijon mustard, oil, lemon, garlic, dill, salt

$13.00

Hand-Cut Fries

DIETARY: Vegan & Gluten Free; INGREDIENTS:; potato, Lawry’s Original seasoned salt

$6.00

Fries

Sandwich

Half Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: chicken, white cheddar, cream cheese, Frank’s RedHot, panini bread, margarine

$6.50

Full Tomato & Basil Pesto Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, tomato, panini bread, margarine, Basil pesto: basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Grana Padano

$13.00

Full Tuna Melt

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: provolone, sourdough, margarine, Tuna salad mix: tuna, mayonnaise, onion, pickle

$13.00

Half Tomato & Basil Pesto Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, tomato, panini bread, margarine, Basil pesto: basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Grana Padano

$6.50

Half Smoked Turkey & Provolone

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: smoked turkey, provolone, mayonnaise, black pepper, panini bread, margarine, Cranberry jam: cranberry, orange juice, brown sugar

$6.50

Full Grilled Chicken & Provolone

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: grilled chicken, provolone, tomato, mayonnaise, panini bread, margarine, Basil pesto: basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Grana Padano

$14.00

Half French Onion Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, caramelized onion, panini bread, margarine

$5.50

Full Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, panini bread, margarine

$9.00

Full Cubano

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: smoked ham, fried onion, pepperoncini, yellow mustard, Swiss cheese, garlic mayo, margarine, Marinated pulled pork shoulder: orange juice, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, brown sugar, chili flake, onion

$14.00

Full French Onion Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, caramelized onion, panini bread, margarine

$10.00

Full Smoked Turkey & Provolone

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: smoked turkey, provolone, mayonnaise, black pepper, panini bread, margarine, Cranberry jam: cranberry, orange juice, brown sugar

$13.00

Half Tuna Melt

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: provolone, sourdough, margarine, Tuna salad mix: tuna, mayonnaise, onion, pickle

$6.50

Half Grilled Chicken & Provolone

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: grilled chicken, provolone, tomato, mayonnaise, panini bread, margarine, Basil pesto: basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Grana Padano

$7.50

Full Roasted Butternut Squash & Sage Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: butternut squash, white cheddar, sage, honey, panini bread, margarine

$10.00

Half Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, panini bread, margarine

$4.50

Full Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: chicken, white cheddar, cream cheese, Frank’s RedHot, panini bread, margarine

$13.00

Half Cubano

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: smoked ham, fried onion, pepperoncini, yellow mustard, Swiss cheese, garlic mayo, margarine, Marinated pulled pork shoulder: orange juice, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, brown sugar, chili flake, onion

$7.50

Half Roasted Butternut Squash & Sage Grilled Cheese

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: butternut squash, white cheddar, sage, honey, panini bread, margarine

$5.50

Diet Pepsi

$3.00

Pepsi

$3.00

Bottled Water

$3.00

Gingerale

$3.00

Nestea

$3.00

Perrier

$4.00

Beverage

Soup

New England Clam Chowder With Chives

DIETARY: -; INGREDIENTS:; clam, clam nectar, potato, bacon, celery, onion, chili, thyme, tarragon, white wine, cream, butter, flour, tabasco

$10.00

Creamy Tomato & Tortellini With Grana Padano & Basil Pesto

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: tomato, tomato paste, cheese tortellini, cream, butter, flour, vegetable stock

$10.00

Roasted Garlic Potato Leek With Crispy Onions & Smoked Chili Oil

DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: roasted garlic, potato, leek, onion, cream, butter, vegetable stock

$10.00

Pork Posole Rojo With Crispy Tortilla & Cilantro

DIETARY: Gluten & Dairy Free; INGREDIENTS:; pork, tomatillo, hominy, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, chipotle, cilantro, chicken stock

$9.00

Porcini Mushroom & Barley

DIETARY: Vegetarian; INGREDIENTS:; porcini mushroom, white mushroom, barley, carrot, celery, onion, tomato paste, thyme, butter, lemon juice, sherry, vegetable stock

$9.00

Curried Smoked Bacon & Red Lentil

DIETARY: Gluten & Dairy Free INGREDIENTS: bacon, red lentil, carrot, celery, garlic, onion, bay leaf, thyme, curry, chicken stock

$9.00

Squash, Sage & Lentil With Diced Cucumber, Toasted Pepitas & Maple Syrup

DIETARY: Vegan & Gluten Free; INGREDIENTS:; squash, red lentil, sage, onion, vegetable stock

$9.00

Chicken Mulligatawny Over Rice With Toasted Almonds & Green Onion

DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: chicken thigh, butter, onion, carrot, celery, apple, curry, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, chicken stock, coconut milk, cream, flour

$9.00