541 Eatery & Exchange: Where your morning coffee supports a vital community exchange in Hamilton's Barton Village.
Dining at 541 Eatery & Exchange is an experience rooted in powerful community action. This space, housed in a beautifully repurposed bank building, immediately greets you with an open, bright atmosphere that speaks to its mission of inclusion. The air hums with the quiet energy of neighbours connecting over wholesome, affordable fare, setting a tone that is simultaneously historic and deeply contemporary. It is a destination where every purchase directly fuels crucial support for the Barton Street East community.
Dining at 541 Eatery & Exchange is an experience rooted in powerful community action. This space, housed in a beautifully repurposed bank building, immediately greets you with an open, bright atmosphere that speaks to its mission of inclusion. The air hums with the quiet energy of neighbours connecting over wholesome, affordable fare, setting a tone that is simultaneously historic and deeply contemporary. It is a destination where every purchase directly fuels crucial support for the Barton Street East community.
Heavy wood tables encourage sharing space and conversation.
Menu focuses on affordable, homemade food using locally sourced ingredients.
The space is intentionally designed to be inclusive and welcoming to all mobility levels.
They proudly serve coffee sourced from renowned local roaster, Detour Coffee.
The essential lunchtime staple—perfectly constructed on an English muffin.
The biggest plate for the best value, offering a comprehensive, hearty start.
You would never guess this decadent treat is both vegan and gluten-friendly.
Two eggs, bacon, potatoes, toast.
Two eggs, English muffin, mayo.
Classic bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo.
Tuna salad grilled with cheese.
House-made chicken salad.
Seasoned and roasted potatoes.
Vegan base, add cheese for one dollar more.
Regular drip coffee using Detour beans.
Espresso and steamed milk.
A classic, satisfying cookie.
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They utilize a Pay-It-Forward 'Button' system. Customers purchase buttons ($1 each) which are placed in a bank for anyone in need to redeem for meals, fostering mutual support.