Byward Café

55 Byward Market Square, Ottawa
(613) 241-2555

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This place quickly became one of my favorite stops in the market. The pastries were fresh, flavourful, and clearly made with care. Pairing them with a great cup of coffee made for the perfect break in my day.

What stood out even more was the service. The staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming, and everything moved very quickly without feeling rushed. It’s rare to find a spot that delivers both quality and speed, but this place does it perfectly.

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Visited during a weekend trip to Ottawa’s ByWard Market—this café is an ideal mid-market pause. Inside, there’s a small bench seating area with well-worn but comfortable cushions, plus sturdy armless chairs both indoors and on the patio (comfortable for a range of body types). The patio has a great view of the market square, perfect for people-watching. Conveniently located inside the main market building with accessible washrooms nearby. A relaxed, welcoming stop with...
This is one the few places open early for breakfast. I usually ride here from South Keys in the early morning. Despite me not eating much because of the ride back, they are friendly and accommodated my request for a special preparation of their mangoe smoothie. Which was delicious! They're in the middle of the action in the Byward Market, so a good place to people watch. They have a roomy terrace with a rail along it, so it's perfect for securing up bikes. The owners...

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