Warm atmosphere, good food make Hamilton Tavern a must

With the current state of the economy and dire predictions for a quick recovery, good food at reasonable prices is more important than ever. Not to be underestimated, either, is the comfort to be had in a friendly, unpretentious neighborhood establishment.

Hamilton Tavern (www.hamiltontavern.com), which opened in August, meets all of these criteria, and more. There, the drinks are almost more important than the food. Owner Tom Creegan, who also co-owns The Brewer’s Art, has chosen to offer a limited but very good selection of beer and wine.