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Forklift & Palate

Chef-driven seasonal dishes, local craft brews, and signature cocktails inside the historic Champion Mill. 

Forklift & Palate: Casual Dining & Craft Cocktails in Hamilton, OH

Housed inside the historic Champion Mill complex along the Great Miami River, Forklift & Palate brings a unique dining experience to downtown Hamilton, Ohio. Taking inspiration from the site’s heritage as a historic paper mill, the restaurant features modern industrial architecture paired with contemporary comfort. Whether you are staying at the Warehouse Hotel, visiting Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill, or living locally in Butler County, Forklift & Palate offers a memorable backdrop for any occasion.

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Forklift & Palate offers a relaxed yet elevated dining experience where modern comfort meets chef-driven creativity in Hamilton, Ohio. Located just minutes from Main Street, Marcum Park, and the German Village Historic District, our restaurant is a favorite local destination for weeknight dinners, weekend date nights, family gatherings, and corporate events.

Guests can enjoy a menu featuring American classics, seasonal specials, handcrafted cocktails, and local draft beers, all served in a warm, inviting atmosphere that blends industrial charm with contemporary style.

Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday & Thursday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Monday: Closed

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Easter Brunch Buffet

We're celebrating Easter with a delicious brunch buffet for the whole Family!

Join us on Sunday, April 5th at Forklift & Palate for brunch. Reservations are available at 1PM.

Email sales@championmill.com or call (513)273-8160 to make your  reservation!

Featured Dishes

Enjoy classic favorites with an upscale twist at Forklift & Palate in Hamilton. Our chef-curated dishes bring fresh ideas to familiar flavors for a meal that feels both distinctive and comforting.

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Pasta Florentine at Forklift & Palate

Pasta Florentine

Pasta tossed in a garlic cream sauce, roasted tomato, and spinach, topped with fresh parmesan
Pasta Florentine at Forklift & Palate

Pasta Florentine

Pasta tossed in a garlic cream sauce, roasted tomato, and spinach, topped with fresh parmesan
Crab stuffed salmon entree at Forklift & Palate

Crab Stuffed Salmon

Crab meat, shredded potato, and pimento cheese-stuffed salmon, broiled and served with a mild roasted red pepper sauce
Crab stuffed salmon entree at Forklift & Palate

Crab Stuffed Salmon

Crab meat, shredded potato, and pimento cheese-stuffed salmon, broiled and served with a mild roasted red pepper sauce
Korean BBQ Fried Chicken Tenders at Forklift & Palate

Korean Chicken Tenders

Sake marinated and deep-fried chicken tenderloins tossed in a soy garlic Korean BBQ sauce
Korean BBQ Fried Chicken Tenders at Forklift & Palate

Korean Chicken Tenders

Sake marinated and deep-fried chicken tenderloins tossed in a soy garlic Korean BBQ sauce
Grilled center cut Duroc pork chop at Forklift & Palate

Grilled Pork Chop

Center-cut Duroc pork chop with a blackberry passionfruit glaze
Grilled center cut Duroc pork chop at Forklift & Palate

Grilled Pork Chop

Center-cut Duroc pork chop with a blackberry passionfruit glaze
Italian Night dinner meal special with wine at Forklift and Palate Hamilton

Italian Night

Join us for Italian Night at Hydraulic Bar and Forklift & Palate on Thursdays from 4PM-10PM!
For just $15, you can enjoy:
- Glass of wine (house red or white)
- Side salad
- Italian inspired entree of the day
- Chef's mini dessert
Craft cocktails and draft beer during Happy Hour at Forklift and Palate

Happy Hour

Happy hour is done right at Forklift & Palate! Enjoy half-off house wine, $5 well drinks, 30% off draft and bottled beer, and more on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 4:00pm - 6:30pm.

Nearby

If you're looking for a bite to eat, there are plenty of nearby food options accessible to guests of Hamilton's Champion Mill Conference Center. 

Private dining and restaurant seating at Forklift and Palate in Butler County

Dine With Us

We welcome walk-ins and reservations! To reserve your table, just give us a call.

On-site parking available at 600 N B Street. Curbside parking available on non-event weekends.

Looking for a private dining event? We're currently booking social or corporate dining experiences. 

Give us a call at (513) 273-8400 to book your next reservation or event!

Visit Forklift & Palate at 600 North B Street, Hamilton, OH 45013, directly across the Great Miami River from downtown Hamilton inside Champion Mill Conference Center.

Parking at Forklift & Palate includes curbside spaces on non-event weekends and large parking lots along North B Street and next to the Black Street Bridge.

 

Visit Forklift & Palate in Hamilton, OH

Address: 600 North B St., Hamilton, OH 45013 (Inside Champion Mill Conference Center / Spooky Nook Sports)

Parking: Free on-site parking is available in the main Champion Mill visitor lot.

Hours of Operation:

Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday & Thursday: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Monday: Closed

(Breakfast available from 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM based on hotel occupancy)

Reservations & Walk-Ins: Walk-ins are always welcome! To reserve a table or plan a private group dining experience in Butler County, call (513) 273-8400.