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Synonym Shop A cozy café bistro on James Street North, Hamilton, where creativity, connection and great food come together.

Specialty coffee, all-day Mediterranean brunch, natural wine, a gallery and bookshop, and an Art Crawl every second Friday.

Sweet yam, smoky eggplant, and juicy roasted chicken on a pillowy challah bun. This is what October tastes like. 🍂Come t...
10/25/2026

Sweet yam, smoky eggplant, and juicy roasted chicken on a pillowy challah bun. This is what October tastes like. 🍂

Come try it at Synonym Shop, Hamilton 🥪

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10/18/2026

🍸🌭 Block party on North Barton! The street is open, the drinks are flowing (open-street licence), and every door on the block is part of the party.

Cocktails, hot dogs, art, food, skate gear and more. Every business on this strip has something worth stopping for, so come walk it end to end and find your favourite. 🧡

Support your neighbours. Shop local. Eat local. Drink local.

📍 North Barton, Hamilton
🕒 Today only!

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10/05/2026

Now showing at Synonym 🎨

A new solo show by Nigerian-born, Hamilton-based painter Seromo Okoro. Working in oil, acrylic and chalk, Seromo paints from dreams, memory and migration. It’s work that rewards a slow look.

On our walls from Oct 1 to mid-November. Come see it over a coffee or a glass of w**e.

📍 328 James St N, Hamilton

Today, we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, and the families and commun...
09/30/2026

Today, we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, and the families and communities who continue to carry their impact.
We Remeber, We Honour, We Learn🧡

Our homemade Labneh always hits the spot 🤤
09/24/2026

Our homemade Labneh always hits the spot 🤤

09/17/2026

Watch Rose Just Rose turn Supercrawl into pure joy!
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As SYNONYM’s Artist of the Month, Rose showed up every single day of Supercrawl to hang out, draw hilarious QuirKatures, and keep everyone smiling. Because honestly… is there anything better than making people happy? 🥹❤️

Her stunning collage artwork is officially on display at Synonym through the end of September. Stop by, grab a coffee, check out the gallery, and support this amazing local talent! 🎨☕

09/12/2026

Nothing beats Supercrawl weekend
A true celebration of creativity, culture, and our incredible community!

Don’t forget to show some love to your local artists and neighbourhood businesses while you’re out exploring today.❤️

September at Synonym Shop: bold art, fresh perspectives, and vibrant energy. 🎨✨Drop by anytime this month to explore our...
09/04/2026

September at Synonym Shop: bold art, fresh perspectives, and vibrant energy. 🎨✨
Drop by anytime this month to explore our new exhibition—and be sure to duck in during Supercrawl for the full experience. Support local artists and find your next favorite piece!
📍 Synonym Shop | 🗓️ All September Long

09/03/2026

Social media people know the feeling 😅🙌

Address

328 James Street N
Hamilton, ON
L8L1H2

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+14168773513

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