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Upper James Street

Upper James Street in Hamilton, ON — shopping, food, do.

First Wendy's in Canada · 3 parks & green spaces · 32 places to eat

open now 95 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Upper James Street a good place to live?

Upper James Street has 6 parks and green spaces, 32 places to eat, and 55 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 42 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Upper James Street?

There are 42 homes for sale in and around Upper James Street, priced from $500,000 to $1,149,000 (median about $699,999). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Upper James Street known for?

Upper James Street is known locally for landmarks like First Wendy's in Canada, its 32-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Upper James Street this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Upper James Street, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Upper James Street best for?

Based on what's here, Upper James Street suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

Choose your own adventure - Upper James Street

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    Three hand-picked days through Upper James Street, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Dog Cafe Cafe
    2. Stroll Richwill Park Park
    3. Lunch Pho Dui Bo Vietnamese
    4. Treat Subway Sandwich
    5. Browse Food Basics & Pharmacy Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Buchanan Park Park
    2. Picnic Norwood Park Park
    3. Grab a bite Quiznos Sandwich
    4. Casual dinner Pizza Hut Pizza
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Da Baby Visi Attraction
    2. Coffee Mike's Submarines Sandwich
    3. Local shop Big B Comics Books
    4. Dinner out Osmow's Mediterranean
    5. Tonight Showtime for Dunkirk in 35mm playing Jun 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Playhouse Sat Jun 20
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

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    Could you live here?

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Upper James Street?

    Upper James Street has 3 parks and green spaces, 32 places to eat, and landmarks like First Wendy's in Canada. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Upper James Street?

    Most of Upper James Street is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Upper James Street?

    Upper James Street sits in Hamilton, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Upper James Street?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Upper James Street, and can connect you with a local agent.