The Burnt Tongue Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to The Burnt Tongue, a culinary delight nestled in Hamilton, Ontario. This charming eatery specializes in crafting unique sandwiches and gourmet grilled cheeses that tantalize the taste buds. Their menu highlights include the Half Smoked Turkey & Provolone sandwich, an exquisite combination of smoked turkey, provolone, and zesty cranberry jam on a panini bread for just CA$6.50. Vegetarians will revel in the Full Roasted Butternut Squash & Sage Grilled Cheese, which features creamy white cheddar and a hint of honey for only CA$10.00.
Burgers are a cornerstone of the menu, with options ranging from the classic double all-beef patty burger to a deluxe version brimming with fresh toppings, all dairy-free. Each bite offers a satisfying, flavor-packed experience. Don’t forget to pair your meal with a refreshing beverage like Perrier or Diet Pepsi. Whether you're a local or just passing through, The Burnt Tongue promises a memorable dining experience.
Burger
Classic Burger - Single
DIETARY: Dairy Free INGREDIENTS: 4 oz all-beef patty, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, onion, pickle, hamburger bun
Black Bean Burger (Vegan)
DIETARY: Vegan INGREDIENTS: red onion, pickle, tomato, lettuce, hamburger bun, Tahini: tahini, sesame oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, za’atar seasoning, maple syrup, Black bean patty: black bean, canola oil, brown rice, corn, onion, tomato paste, soy protein concentrate, red pepper, green pepper, cane sugar, potato starch, sea salt, yeast extract, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black bean powder, tomato powder, citric acid, lactic acid, instant coffee, molasses
Deluxe Burger - Double
DIETARY: Dairy Free INGREDIENTS: 2 x 4 oz all-beef patties, onion, pickle, tomato, lettuce, hamburger bun, Special sauce: mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, red wine vinegar
Deluxe Burger - Single
DIETARY: Dairy Free INGREDIENTS: 4 oz all-beef patty, onion, pickle, tomato, lettuce, hamburger bun, Special sauce: mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, red wine vinegar
Classic Burger - Double
DIETARY: Diary Free INGREDIENTS: 2 x 4 oz all-beef patties, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, onion, pickle, hamburger bun
Curried Smoked Bacon & Red Lentil
DIETARY: Gluten & Dairy Free INGREDIENTS: bacon, red lentil, carrot, celery, garlic, onion, bay leaf, thyme, curry, chicken stock
Pork Posole Rojo With Crispy Tortilla & Cilantro
DIETARY: Gluten & Dairy Free INGREDIENTS: pork, tomatillo, hominy, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, chipotle, cilantro, chicken stock
Roasted Garlic Potato Leek With Crispy Onions & Smoked Chili Oil
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: roasted garlic, potato, leek, onion, cream, butter, vegetable stock
Chicken Mulligatawny Over Rice With Toasted Almonds & Green Onion
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: chicken thigh, butter, onion, carrot, celery, apple, curry, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, chicken stock, coconut milk, cream, flour
Creamy Tomato & Tortellini With Grana Padano & Basil Pesto
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: tomato, tomato paste, cheese tortellini, cream, butter, flour, vegetable stock
Porcini Mushroom & Barley
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: porcini mushroom, white mushroom, barley, carrot, celery, onion, tomato paste, thyme, butter, lemon juice, sherry, vegetable stock
Squash, Sage & Lentil With Diced Cucumber, Toasted Pepitas & Maple Syrup
DIETARY: Vegan & Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: squash, red lentil, sage, onion, vegetable stock
Soup
Salad
Kale Caesar
DIETARY: Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: kale, Grana Padano, lemon, Caesar dressing: Dijon mustard, oil, lemon, garlic, pasteurized liquid yolk, salt, pepper, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire
Kale Fruit, Nut & Goat Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian & Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: kale, toasted nuts & seeds, dried fruit, goat cheese, Balsamic dressing: Dijon mustard, oil, garlic, sugar, salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar
Roasted Sweet Potato, Kale & Quinoa
DIETARY: Vegan & Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: roasted sweet potato, apple, kale, quinoa, walnut, Maple Dijon vinaigrette: oil, grainy mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar
Cheesy Crab Fries
DIETARY: Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: potato, crab meat, lemon garlic cream, scallion, Old Bay seasoning, Cheese sauce
Bangkok Fries
DIETARY: Vegetarian & Dairy Free INGREDIENTS: potato, garlic mayo, Sriracha, hoisin, peanuts, cilantro, Lawry’s Original seasoned salt
Loaded Dill Pickle Fries
DIETARY: Vegetarian & Gluten Free INGREDIENTS: potato, pickle, white onion, chive, Dill seasoning: salt, coriander seed, dill seed, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, dill, citric acid, Dill mayo: Dijon mustard, oil, lemon, garlic, dill, salt
Hand-Cut Fries
DIETARY: Vegan & Gluten Free; INGREDIENTS:; potato, Lawry’s Original seasoned salt
Fries
Beverage
Pepsi
Diet Pepsi
Nestea
Gingerale
Perrier
Bottled Water
Carrot Cake Ice Cream Sandwich
Desserts
Sandwich
Full Tomato & Basil Pesto Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, tomato, panini bread, margarine, Basil pesto: basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Grana Padano
Half Grilled Chicken & Provolone
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: grilled chicken, provolone, tomato, mayonnaise, panini bread, margarine, Basil pesto: basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Grana Padano
Full Tuna Melt
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: provolone, sourdough, margarine, Tuna salad mix: tuna, mayonnaise, onion, pickle
Half Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: chicken, white cheddar, cream cheese, Frank’s RedHot, panini bread, margarine
Full Grilled Chicken & Provolone
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: grilled chicken, provolone, tomato, mayonnaise, panini bread, margarine, Basil pesto: basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Grana Padano
Full French Onion Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, caramelized onion, panini bread, margarine
Full Smoked Turkey & Provolone
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: smoked turkey, provolone, mayonnaise, black pepper, panini bread, margarine, Cranberry jam: cranberry, orange juice, brown sugar
Half French Onion Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, caramelized onion, panini bread, margarine
Full Roasted Butternut Squash & Sage Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: butternut squash, white cheddar, sage, honey, panini bread, margarine
Half Roasted Butternut Squash & Sage Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: butternut squash, white cheddar, sage, honey, panini bread, margarine
Full Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: chicken, white cheddar, cream cheese, Frank’s RedHot, panini bread, margarine
Half Tuna Melt
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: provolone, sourdough, margarine, Tuna salad mix: tuna, mayonnaise, onion, pickle
Half Smoked Turkey & Provolone
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: smoked turkey, provolone, mayonnaise, black pepper, panini bread, margarine, Cranberry jam: cranberry, orange juice, brown sugar
Full Cubano
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: smoked ham, fried onion, pepperoncini, yellow mustard, Swiss cheese, garlic mayo, margarine, Marinated pulled pork shoulder: orange juice, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, brown sugar, chili flake, onion
Full Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, panini bread, margarine
Half Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, panini bread, margarine
Half Tomato & Basil Pesto Grilled Cheese
DIETARY: Vegetarian INGREDIENTS: white cheddar, tomato, panini bread, margarine, Basil pesto: basil, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Grana Padano
Half Cubano
DIETARY: - INGREDIENTS: smoked ham, fried onion, pepperoncini, yellow mustard, Swiss cheese, garlic mayo, margarine, Marinated pulled pork shoulder: orange juice, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, brown sugar, chili flake, onion