"If you walk into The Pickled Onion before 10 p.m., you're likely to see it set for dinner. But once the kitchen closes, most of the tables and chairs are removed to uncover a wooden dance floor that fills to the wee hours. This is one of the few late-night spots in the City of Hamilton that hosts a live band five nights a week. Belly up to the sleek bar to enjoy the music up-close, or grab a quiet seat on the open-air balcony, which has views of Hamilton Harbour." - David LaHuta