Best scones in Hamilton
Put the apron back in the drawer and save the Edmonds recipe for another day, because when it comes to delicious scones, Hamilton hospitality spots have you covered.
Whether you’re a savoury scone eater, or like yours slathered in cream and jam, we’ve rounded up the best scone offerings in and around Hamilton.
Date and citrus scones at Miltons Canteen
127 Alexandra Street, Hamilton Central
Miltons Canteen may be famous for its sweet pies, but that doesn’t mean they’re not equally as good at scones. Made in house, the date and citrus are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside which true scone connoisseurs will know is a tricky balance to achieve. A dusting of citrus sugar and icing sugar are the finishing touches, so smear on some butter and enjoy the chill vibes that come with eating at Miltons.
Rosemary and feta scones at GG's
Lovegrove Lane 6/394 Grey Street, Hamilton East
Experts in mixing up your usual scone flavours, GG’s in Lovegrove Lane takes the baking business to a new level in their busy kitchen. Consistently throwing new things at your taste buds, find creative scone flavours here like beetroot, fennel and feta, rosemary and feta or carrot, caraway and feta.
Cheese and cajun scones at Grey Street Kitchen
355 Grey Street, Hamilton East
Chunky as you like but surprisingly low fat, Grey Street Kitchen’s scones are free of cream, milk or butter but generous on the cheese. The secret ingredient of a touch of cajun spice making them a fun alternative to your cheesy classic, and any ceramic enthusiast will be pleased to see they’re served up on Wundaire’s beautiful plates. Feel free to rectify the no butter situation too by slathering your scone with the handy serving that comes with it.
Date and orange scones at The Lost Boys
45 Waterloo St, Frankton, Hamilton
The Lost Boys certainly know how to impress you with the simple things. Taking the super tasty date and orange scone from their baker mates at Volare, the team then toast and pair it with Raglan coconut yoghurt as well as homemade chia jam with raspberry, lemon and maple. Sound delicious? You’d be right, it sure is, and paired with one of their expertly crafted flat whites it may just suddenly become your favourite meal to start the day.
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