“In a word, this place is spectacular!!! The chai is perfectly prepared, and the sandwiches are some of the tastiest I have ever had, anywhere. *Anywhere*. Not only that, the portions are substantial, the prices reasonable, and the staff is lovely. Great food, great prices, great service. The trifecta, and that is increasingly hard to find in Ottawa. Run, don't walk, and enjoy a great meal here. My new favourite place to eat in Ottawa.“
“All in all a wonderful experience ! The owners are very friendly and welcoming. Sharing their love for waffles and Korean inspired menu items like the Croffle. (I have yet to try it, but I heard it was delicious).Their butterfly iced tea is delicious and should be on your to-try list :DA good place for a respite, or to catch up with a friend with a good drink ^_^Vegetarian options: Plant-based milk option available, such as almond, oat & soy.“
“Absolutely incredible! A real diamond in the rough. This place is welcoming, friendly, comfortable, everyone seems like they’re family when they come in. They’re even dog friendly! I really can’t say enough amazing things about this place. It is going to quickly become my go to place in the area. Cozy up I. Front of the fireplace with your laptop or a good book, didn’t bring one? They’re got you covered!“
“amazing vibes, the service was incredible - we didn’t make a reservation but there was a comfy spot at the bar. I had the best iced latte i’ve ever tasted (i’ve been thinking about it for days!) and the homemade chex mex is a hidden gem that everyone needs to try ? will be back again!“
“Nice crust on the scones, but they're moist inside which is perfect. The pumpkin and lemon poppyseed flavours were delicious! Would love to try them with clotted cream and jam. The flavour options for sweet and savory are great and they're constantly being baked throughout the day in store!“
“It was my first time there yesterday and I will def go again. Everyone was very nice and helpful, prices are very reasonable and the food was excellent. I had the Nutella crepe with strawberries and bananas and a vanilla bean latte, my girlfriends had the chicken feta and mixed berries crepes. You order at the counter and they bring your food to the table. Lots of dif coffee options to choose from. They have a decent size patio too!“
“Nice place overall. I got the rosey and Spicy and asked for more spicy and they did, it was great. Portion size was a bit more on the smaller side so if you’re hungry upgrade to the large. The garlic bread was great, good amount of garlic. Would definitely go “
“Food seems slightly overpriced, but some items are shareable. Cocktails are on the expensive side but there are more reasonably priced items on tap or by the can.The real reason you come here however is to play the games, and there's a huge selection! Don't come here to play old boring ones like monopoly, try something new. The staff are knowledgeable and they all can help you.“
“AMAZING SERVICE, amazing food. I order almost on a weekly basis and I think they may be aware of who I am because of my frequency and same orders… but they constantly upgrade my orders or throw in little extras, they are Amazing I genuinely appreciate their generosity, they leave cute messages saying “oops we gave you an extra bag of chips, sorry our fault” very nice. Not a lot of business like this anymore. Really does make your day! Thank you guys, you have a supporter for ever.“
“They have a better selection than indigo these days. The perfect store for someone with a large TBR list who also likes the experience of browsing shelves.The real challenge is not spending all my money on first editions of my favourite books when they show up.“
“I was personally in a very bad place emotionally when I visited Morning Owl - but as soon as I walked in the door I was greeted with a smile and immediately felt like I was a good friend or family coming to visit.Coffee was great, donuts were stupendous. Service and atmosphere were so good that I went back again for lunch!Thank you so much for making my day better and helping me smile.“
“Found this awesome little café in a chill neighborhood. Perfect spot to grab a warm coffee before heading out to the Mud Lake trail for a quick winter hike. It's super easy to stroll over to the trail entrance. The bartender, a cool young lady, hooked us up with some delicious coffee. Oh, and definitely treat yourself to their killer scones – the jam-topped one rocked our taste buds. Seems like scones are their specialty, and they've got other tasty varieties too!“
“Very nice experience during a getaway to come and take a coffee break with oat milk and look at the cycling offer. Vintage bikes at good prices and refurbished! Warm and sporty atmosphere, great for cycling enthusiasts :-) we came across it by chance and we are very happy, courteous and smiling staff!“
“Wow! Perfection! Such a wonderful surprise to have found the Green Bean Café. Very pleasant from the moment we walked through the door. Nice music. Wonderful organic fair trade coffee - a big mug served with a smile. But the piece de resistance was their omelettes. Carefully prepared and filled with fresh ingredients. This is how an omelette is made. We chose spinach, mushrooms and cheese in ours. Beautiful fresh tomatoes and cucumbers with a drizzle of balsamic, slices of orange and strawberry and a lovely side of tasty beans. And perfectly cooked bacon. Bravo, Chef! This little hidden gem is really a 10 star café. How fortune the local residents are to have this spot. We would be here every day if we lived in the area. We will be back. Highly recommend. Thank you for great service and a delicious breakfast! ?“
“We had a family event catered by Cafe Deluxe 2 yrs ago & everyone was pleased & impressed of the food presentation & really freshly delicious!Thank you to the catering manager, Brendan, for such well-organized & great service...highly recommended???“
“I had an amazing first experience at Cosenza! Hosting my 25th birthday dinner there was positively a delight. Rob and his staff, especially Kevin and Mikayla, were incredibly accommodating. Special thanks to Kevin for assisting with decorations and Mikayla for being a fantastic server. Major kudos to Rob’s wife for the delicious home-cooked meal that left my guests impressed (with both the food and the venue). I highly recommend choosing Cosenza for your next event!“
“Jozsef, Justin and Sandy at Cloudforest Cafe are simply outstanding! Their coffee artistry is unmatched, and every sip is a delight. The food prepared is equally impressive – bursting with flavor. Together, they create a culinary experience that's hard to beat. If you're looking for impeccable coffee, delicious food, and friendly service, Cloudforest Cafe is the place to go!“
“Wonderful cafe? very cozy and interesting interior, everything is as I like: a combination of wood, live plants and metal. The smell of coffee is mesmerizing and beckons you not to leave this place until closing. And the most important and valuable thing is the highest quality service, which we are used to in Ukraine and delicious coffee with unusual desserts?I will definitely come back again?Thank you“
“Delightful non-chain local Byward market neighbourhood haunt with satisfying but limited breakfast choices not readily found in your run of the mill establishments for the vegetarian and meat eater alike. Prices are definitely not discount for their offerings, but choices not common either. It is a chill space with a laid back vibe for the morning rush that hosts a loyal following.“
“Had a great experience here with my wife and young son. Atmosphere, service and the food were all excellent. Kaiya was especially warm and welcoming and helped us navigate all the choices and made recommendations since we are not oatmeal connoisseurs but now have a new appreciation for it and all of the extra options/additions that are available to make it super delicious and health conscious. Will definately be back!“
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“Loved the empanadas & churros A+++! Crispy, warm, and fresh. This bi-level shop might be difficult to visit for some as it has steep stairs and minimal seating. However, if you're looking for a quick bite of authentic Mexican street food, La Catrina is highly recommended!Vegetarian options: Totally vegetarian friendlyParking: Street parking can be tricky in Byward Market depending on the day. Better to park in a lot and walk the market on foot.Wheelchair accessibility: Not too sure how a wheelchair user would manage this bi-level shop.“
“Love the chill vibes, the flourless cookies, the dog friendly space here. We love visiting with our dogs, they know exactly where the treat jar is at by now! I think the owner had a dog as well because there’s a picture of “Mickey” and the staff seem to always like seeing our dogs. It makes me so happy to support this local cafe. We come every weekend and pick up pastries and lattes for our walk to the nearby dog park.Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian sandwich optionsDietary restrictions: Vegan cookies and gluten free as well“
“I think this is the best restaurant in Barrhaven. Order here consistently. Portions are great. You can order direct which is nice. Sneaky the best pizza in town as well but don't miss the Chicken Parm or there other pasta dishes... Oh and garlic cheesebread!A real gem!“
“First time here after admiring it from a far. Just as beautiful inside as it is outside. Lovely atmosphere cozy and warm but not loud - excellent for working remotely.Snacks are delicious, the croissants were buttery and soft and the scones are on point. Latte was 10/10, no sugar needed is perfect. ??“
“Chef Ric's was the perfect caterer for our plated dinner reception on our wedding day. After being recommended by friends of ours who had their bridal shower catered by them, we pursued a quote for our wedding reception. From the beginning of the process, they were very professional and communicated well with us right up until wedding day. The food was delicious and the chefs and serving staff were friendly and remained flexible through any changes on the day of. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a friendly company to handle food for your next special event.“
“I am a big third wave coffee fan, visiting from Montreal for work. I went there after many people recommended the place to me. The service by the owner is exquisite. This is one of the best coffee I had. The flavours were so complex and delicate. I am going back to buy coffee grain to bring back home.“
“Really cool spot with a LOT of potential. The staff are always welcoming and the atmosphere is great. The events they have with local artists are also really intriguing for someone such as myself who was forcibly relocated from the west end of Toronto.My only gripe and reason why I am not giving it 5 stars is the price. $4.00+ for a drip is absolutely bonkers and I frankly don't think I've seen it anywhere else (note again, I moved from downtown Toronto). Most "nicer" cafes I've been to, usually offer drip coffee for $2.50 - $3.25...*maybe* $3.50 at most. I would say $3.00-$4.25 for an Americano, or other espresso based drink seems standard. To make things worse, I'd say the drip I got was only ok, definitely not worth $4.00 pre tax. In my view, I think you need at least to give the customer the option of getting something reasonably priced. For example, in Toronto one of my favourite cafes offered drip for $2.50. You best believe I went there frequently because I didn't mind spending that much for a quick coffee semi-regularly. Every so often I'd get a pastry with it or splurge on an espresso based drink. This is a win-win for customer and business.The same goes for the beans. My partner came back with a bag of 225g beans (apologies if the amount if incorrect) and she said it cost $23 with a discount. Assuming the discount was 15% that means the normal price is $27 for 225g. Again, do some basic googling and walking into roasteries in Toronto or Ottawa and you will easily find some of the highest quality coffee for more reasonable prices.“
“This place is a favorite stop in for a quaint space to chat, grab a bite and share a beverage. I've been going here on and off for quite some time and it's one of my go-tos. The food menu has a bit of everything, the wine list, well equipped and the ambiance is great. It can get quite loud however due to its compact size and density of seating. I know where to sit to avoid too much commotion and chaos at this point but if you sit in the back against the wall, you may notice the decibel levels rising too high. Overall a sweet spot!Vegetarian options: Halloumi cheese, gnocchi without pancetta, fries.“
“Kid-friendliness: Totally kid-friendly! We have one out of four being a total owl fan, we took pictures in front of every owl in the café, everybody was so kind to us, shop assistants and costumers! We loved it!Wheelchair accessibility: ground floor, no issue there, top café accessibility.“
“Cute little coffee shop / university bookstore. Coffee is delicious, ambiance is chill (before the students are back at school - may be a different story next week), great music, and super clean. If I lived in the neighbourhood, this would definitely be my go-to spot.“
“Always love the scones but had today from the lunch menu a triangle sandwich shaped scone with tuna accompanied by a healthy portion of salad. Yummy, wholesome and healthy for a fair price of $8 with $3 for soup. Good thing they are close to my office for more ?“
“I loved my experience. Superb welcome and charming young lady who took her time seeing my so-so English. Delicious gluten-free and vegetarian coffee and pastries. I recommend ?❤️Vegetarian options: It offers a great gluten-free and vegetarian option.“
“little gem coffee shop for breakfast bowls ! and most of them were vegans, and there’s vegetal options for coffee toowe are on the terrasse, really calm, no traffic aroundi recommend it for a fresh brunch, we left the cafe full of energy !“
“I love this little cafe. Their cortado and the coffee in general are the best in the region - I've had coffees in Switzerland and I must admit that we have nothing to envy them. The owner is absolutely kind and welcoming. I pray he finds somewhere a little bigger but in the city center please. Thank you Café Délice!“
“Let me just say this, the Minda Cafe is one of the best restaurants/cafes I've ever been to. Run by the sweetest husband and wife and the best thing about the Minda Cafe is their food is made in house with fresh ingredients for very fair prices. My mother works across the street and introduced me to the Cafe and I was absolutely amazed by the taste of everything I tried. They just catered my daughter 5th birthday party and everyone at the party LOVED what they had prepared for us! Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for great freshly made food, with the most wonderful service! Thank you Minda Cafe!“
“TLDR: Solid and affordable breakfast at this office building cafeteria, with surprisingly high ceilings and tall glass windows. Open to the public. My husband and I had breakfast here together on a day that we were both off from work. While it was not fancy, it was very affordable and tasted good. Queensview Cafe is located on the main floor of an office building. However, it's open to the public, you don't need to work in the building to access it. It is hidden away around the back of the building and is not visible from the street, so unless you're looking for it, you'll likely never just stumble upon it. Well, unless you actually work in the building or are going there for business. Anyway, y'all know I love those hidden spots! My husband had the full breakfast ($7.50) which came with 2 eggs, toast, home fries and your choice of meat (bacon, ham or sausage), and a large coffee ($2.50). I got a breakfast sandwich ($4.50). My sandwich came on a toasted English muffin and had bacon, egg and cheese in it. I forgot to say no butter on the bread, so it was generously buttered, which some may like, but I prefer my bread dry. It was too greasy for my liking, but that was on me. Otherwise, the sandwich was tasty. The bacon was crispy and the cheese was well melted. My husband liked his dish. He enjoyed the home fries which were crispy and nicely seasoned, although he noted they were a bit heavy-handed with the salt. I had a cube and I would agree. His bacon was also crispy. His eggs were over-hard like he requested. He has no complaints about his coffee. The place is very spacious and feels even bigger due to the high ceilings and tall glass windows. Very nice ambiance, especially for an office building cafeteria. It's open to the public, so you don't have to work in the building to access it (like you don't need a building pass or anything like that). Service was courteous. And when we left they thanked us for supporting their business. Their hours are limited. They aren't open weekends or evenings, so their target demographic really is the office building workers. They sell lunch as well and have items like burgers, fries, soup and sandwiches with also reasonable prices. I regret not knowing about this place when I worked in the area. Free parking is available in the office building parking lot. (30)“
“To brighten up and otherwise gloomy and dreary day, this cozy and chic oatmeal cafe was definitely on point. We had the fiore, lunchbox, and Belmont breakfast sandwich. The oatmeal’s were delicious, the breakfast sandwich was perfect. The butter pecan latte was also a hit. Service was quick and very friendly. We’ll be back for sure!“
“Went for a fall tasting 2024 for an upcoming wedding in October. The food was amazing. We had the opportunity to taste all of the appetizers and 4 entrés and the dessert. All our questions were answered. We were also provided with à detailed information package.“
“Super cute and rustic looking cafe with more beautiful fresh baked goods than you could hope for (without overdoing it) and good drip coffee.The peanut butter balls looked huge at first, but have a surprising light crunchy interior that makes them taste much more pleasant and light than what you would expect from just a solid peanut butter ball. I kinda love it.I'll definitely be back. Love this place.“
“We came around 5 and they just had 2 flavours of croissant left. The pistachio tasted more like mix nut for me but thé chocolate was really good, not too sweet. I love how the cover was so crunchy and the cream inside was thick and creamy and full! The place a bit small but shop’ decoration is sweet and cute. Good experience and they have self order machine too if you dont wanna talk.“
“The food was well executed and the decor was just like the pictures. Beautiful atmosphere, I stayed there for 5 hours. It's quite quiet for such a small space, the place is quite small, it accommodated around thirty people. Some photos suggest that the place is larger than it is. There was a delay with the service but they were only two servers and were always moving. My order was forgotten but the waiters offered me a free dessert. I went on a rainy Sunday so there were probably fewer people than usual. We didn't wait long to arrive.“
“Babylonia Cafe in Ottawa is an oasis of relaxation, offering an exquisite range of hookah, tea, and coffee. The welcoming ambiance paired with top-notch service makes for a truly unparalleled experience. A must-visit for anyone seeking a serene retreat!“
“I really enjoyed their almond croissant. It brought back memories of Paris. A big thank you for this beautiful quality of product!Vegetarian options: They had vegan sandwiches and soups.Kid-friendliness: They had high chairs on site.Wheelchair accessibility: They have a stepless door with a door opener.“
“Love this place, I stop by all the time when I’m at the farmers market in the summer and for a warm up from the dog park in the winter. Oat milk latte is so good!!Dietary restrictions: They have milk alternativesKid-friendliness: It’s got a great family friendly vibe“
“Such a cool coffeehouse vibe with art all over the walls and a choice of many rooms to hang out. Art house is situated in funky old Victorian home. This is the coolest place in Ottawa. Unfortunately there are no specialty coffee choices. Everything is fairly standard but the pastries are amazing and there are gluten free choices. The Wi-Fi is around 40 to 50 and there's great ergonomically correct seating.“
“Amazing spot for some late night cravings!! If you are parking in the plaza next to it- make sure to let someone know at the front in restaurant, because they do validate parking for customers which is amazing.Street burger hits the spots. It was amazing!!“
“I've always passed this place and never noticed it. Today I walked in and found an amazing spot! Immediately you see these amazing looking sandwiches, and are greeted by the friendly staff.The coffee, the food, and the service was amazing. I had the breakfast sandwich, and a chocolate chip cookie. The cookie is tiny but it is perfectly filled with chocolate and is appropriately priced. The breakfast sandwich was lacking a bit, however the lunch sandwiches looked really good, and I will definitely have to come back to try some.It's not too busy, which occasional office workers popping in to grab a sandwich and coffee with a few sitting to have a quick chat, which makes it a perfect spot to get some work done.Vegetarian options: They had some vegan baked goods and vegetarian sandwich options. They also had some milk alternatives for coffee.Dietary restrictions: They had some gluten-free choices and vegan options.“
“My go to place when meeting up with people for a drink. It's the atmosphere, the variety of foods and drink. Abd hot chocolate is always so rich. I did notice during my latest visit the chilli hot chocolate had more chilli flake in it than I would I have liked. Chilli powder would be a bit easier on the pallet. I did order the cookies, toffee, double chocolate and chocolate chip. I think the toffee was the best. Will always go back to this location and excited to visit new locations!“
“Great coffee and snacks, and the staff have always been truly lovely. It's wonderful to have this little coffee shop in the neighbourhood.It can occasionally take a while to get something other than a black coffee if you're in a rush.“
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“Dining here was an absolute pleasure, with an ambiance that sets the perfect stage for a memorable meal and a menu that caters to a wide range of tastes. There was a slight mishap with our order, but the way the staff handled the situation showcased their commitment to guest satisfaction. Each dish we tasted was a testament to the chef's skill, blending taste and presentation seamlessly. Despite the brief confusion, we left with full bellies and happy hearts, planning our return.“