50 Best Coffee Shops in Ottawa

“Cool vibe, great staff, delicious eats, validated parking…nothing but good things to say! Went for brunch today and will definitely be back…looking forward to trying the whole menu!!“

“Absolutely wonderful coffee shop. The service, food atmosphere and coffee were amazing. The Turkish saffron latte was delicious“

“Amazing little place!! Very friendly and delicious waffles.“

“I enjoyed a fantastic raspberry and Brie crepe with a delicious caramel macchiato. It was my first time trying Luna, and I’ll absolutely be back! ❤️“

“We stumbled upon this restaurant because we were looking for a quick lunch, and Vietnamese is typically quick. What we didn’t expect was how flavourful it would be!!! This was for certain the best Vietnamese food I’ve ever eaten. I had the beef vermicelli with half salad/half vermicelli and my kiddo had beef pho. The salad part of my vermicelli was so flavourful with tons of fresh mint and cilantro. My kiddo was also blown away and finished every bit of the very large serving of pho. I will make a point of returning every time I am in Ottawa. Oh - and the restaurant was spotless!“

“Best. Coffee. Ever! Little Victories Coffee Roasters offer light roasts full of fruity, complex flavours. The team is super friendly and the subscription and delivery service, timely and personalized. LOVE LVC!“

“Le personnel était formidable, accueillant, amical et parlait français. Le lieu est d une ambiance chaleureuse. J'ai adoré mon expérience et je le.recommande à tous.“

“I’m not a regular customer since I don’t live in the area but I sometimes deliver kitchen items for them. I’m not sure if he’s the owner or part of the management but the care he shows to delivery drivers is beyond words. He’s by far my biggest tipper. We rarely ever see tips like this. His generosity truly lifts our spirits and makes our day every time he places an order. Thank you so much for your kindness. Five stars is not enough for your gesture but I really thank you for your generosity. May god bless you!“

“A favourite Ottawa hangout“

“Rambutan juice & panini is an excellent place to go! we went with family and loved their crepes, happy smoothies , club sandwiches ! amazing service, very good people , loved everything and prices are so reasonable 👌 would definitely recommend them to everyone :) they're also open late on weekends!“

“Amazing experience! The food was fresh and delicious, the service was excellent, and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. Everything came out quickly and was prepared perfectly. The restaurant was also clean and had a great atmosphere. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place!“

“An absolute gem! Everything is excellent—the quality of the products, the freshness, the flavours… and above all, the exceptional service. The team is always welcoming, attentive, and friendly. I highly recommend it! It’s located at Esplanade Laurier, on the second floor!

Mes coups de cœur : le Caramel Macchiato et le London Fog. Les gaufres sont excellentes! :)“

“Wonderful, inclusive folks! Very nice staff, who were very helpful. This may seem like an odd thing to say, but it was really great that they made sure they rented an accessible portable washroom for their large market event. As I was sporting crutches (I recently broke my ankle), it was a total life saver that I didn’t need to take the stairs! Not sure if the port-a-potty is an “always” thing, but just the fact that they had it for their street market when so many folks wouldn’t even think of it made me grateful. Thank you for being the loveliest hosts! I’m not a coffee or tea drinker, but I’ll certainly tell all my friends about how kind the staff were!“

“So friendly here. Gives a very small town vibe and was nice seeing all the regulars come in. Sitting outside is nice too, lovely seeing all of the dog walkers walking by. Keep in mind there is no wifi but it is a lovely place to sit and read or journal or chat!“

“Hot Figaro Club, cappuccino and almond croissant were five stars. Thank you for the delicious lunch!“

“Amazing coffee it doesn't even need cream or sugar!“

“The service was peak. They were so nice bro. I bought the business sandwich and I would like to call it peak sandwich. It’s basically like a chicken sandwich with mushroom and a spicy mayo on the side (the best I have ever had). The atmosphere or like the place is so warm and cozy. When u order food inside u could feel the coziness. I also ordered flat white (homemade coffee) PEAK it was so good. But I’m a tourist but if I lived here this place would be my go to place.“

“The chocolate chai latte was so good it bright my wife to tears. Best video shop we’ve ever been to.“

“Love morning owl. Coffee and food is amazing, as are the staff. My daily go-to. 💕💕💕“

“This is my go to place when I want a cold dessert. It’s a good cozy place to visit especially when they have special events. I believe almost everything is under $10. They also offer board games to play with friends for free.

The mango bingsu is my favourite, but I’m not a huge fan of the other bingsus on the menu. I’ve tried the matcha strawberry, melon, and strawberry bingsus but they weren’t very good in my opinion because of the syrup. The bubble tea is good as well but they sometimes add too much ice to your drink. I usually ask for less ice to avoid this.

One issue I have is that they use AI in their marketing as well as menus. Hi T offers live music and sometimes crafting events. I just don’t understand how they can support small artists and businesses while also using AI for their posters and menus. Hi T has numerous opportunities that foster human connection and creativity, so the use of AI is out of place.

I hope they can improve on these things in the future.“

“Stopped by yesterday afternoon and grabbed a coffee along with a few different flavors of their white chocolates. Everything was great — smooth coffee, tasty chocolates, and a pleasant quick-stop experience overall. Will definitely swing by again.“

“Amazing little place!! Very friendly and delicious waffles.“

“Had my wedding cake make at Milo's Pastry. Cannot express how happy we were with the result. Service was excellent! I highly recommend!“

“Full bodied coffee and grrreat bakery goods - especially sweet and savory scones and huge, yummy cookies. ♥️“

“I ordered a custom cake from this shop, and I couldn’t be happier with it! The design was absolutely beautiful and exactly what I had hoped for. The cake also tasted amazing—fresh, delicious, and not overly sweet. You can really tell they put a lot of care and effort into their work. Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful cake. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a beautiful and delicious custom cake!“

“Papau new Guinea is amazing 😊“

“Great and quiet place in the Heart of downtown Ottawa for you to enjoy a cup of coffee and that strawberry scone hmmmmmm Ok my favourite is their Moka“

“Absolutely best , high quality in Ottawa. Top of my list for all time coffee places . Very relaxing , amazing service.“

“Pleasant experience. The energy bites were a nice surprise.“

“Best coffee in Ottawa. Whenever I visit from Montreal it's the only coffee shop I will visit. I wish they would expand outside of Ottawa so others can experience amazing coffee and service. Miss it when I'm back home.“

“We ordered philly steak and chicken fajita requested to make it spicy and they nailed it delicious corn and tea..keep it.up“

“Beautiful little spot. Friendly staff and old town feel. I miss the days were people took their time with customers making sure they were satisfied with everything before moving on to the next. I think I have found it here. Job well done ladies“

“Anabia has delicious cupcakes (even Vegan ones). Their sandwiches are fantastic and so is their coffee. The atmosphere is super friendly. Great place to hang out with friends or to make new friends.“

“Nice place but they are often out of cups to have coffee in the coffee shop. So you have to use a paper cup even if you are staying inside. It's a coffee shop - they should invest in a few extra cups!“

“Best bubble tea in town!! And best cream cheese/ cheese foam/ milk foam !!!“

“Le personnel était formidable, accueillant, amical et parlait français. Le lieu est d une ambiance chaleureuse. J'ai adoré mon expérience et je le.recommande à tous.“

“I’ve been coming here at least 1-2 times a week, and I can easily say they have the best, most fresh, and most reasonably-priced sushi in Ottawa! The owners are very nice and welcoming, they always greet every customer with a smile. ?I got the platters for a birthday party, which were a hit with the guests.I’ve never seen salmon and tuna this fresh in Ottawa. I usually go for the specialty rolls or tacos. I love the variety of the menu and how filled the tacos are.Highly recommend using their Google form to order since it’s quick, easy to use, and has all the menu items on there.“

“Well done Equator Coffee for offering low cost nutritious meals to students, it’s heartening to see a social conscience in business.“

“One of the best coffee shops in Ottawa! It has truly become a staple in my daily routine. The vibes here are immaculate and the staff are incredibly genuine. A special shout-out to Mario, I’m not sure how he does it, but his coffee somehow tastes even better with every visit. Highly recommend!“

“I stopped in with a friend before going out to a club. The staff were super friendly, and the vibe was very chill. When we went, one of the guys working mentioned he'd made too many cookies, and asked us if we wanted some. Thank you again for the cookies!

I would definitely recommend stopping by. I look forward to coming back during the day to grab some coffee“

“Such a yummy breakfast. WeI especially appreciated their willingness to accommodate our special dietary requirements with lots of gluten-free breakfast options. Thank you! can't wait to go back.“

“Recommended by our B&B Australis House, we had an excellent meal here with our two grandsons. The food was delicious and the service impeccable. The selection is large enough that children and adults can select great meals. Our server was amazing with our grandsons aged 9 and 11, suggesting options that they truly enjoyed.“

“My go to Bridgehead for years.

Always great coffee, beans and snacks.

The staff is always friendly and there are treats for your dog. Also a huge patio that has both sunny and shaded seating. A very chill spot.“

“Overpriced Sysco food, cocktail prices as high as a 5 star restaurant, cluttered interior, nasty kitchen with dirty dishes on food prep area.“

“This place is truly a hidden gem! The cheesecakes are nothing short of delectable - even the plain New York cheesecake (add a little chocolate sauce and it's simply chef's kiss!). Then there's the sandwiches. The butter crescents used (that they make there) are so light and flaky, coupled with the basil pesto just makes for the perfect light lunch. So glad I work in the mall so I can visit anytime! If you're at the St. Laurent mall and looking for something great to eat that isn't fast food, head over to Rolled Up!“

“My wife and I by chance had an appointment in the building and decided to have lunch. We split the 2 egg Masala sandwich and the butter chicken poutine…wow! Just wonderful, amazing flavours, pleasant friendly staff too. We’ll be going there again even if it’s out if our way, highly recommend Chai Talks.“

“Been trying to find a solid Brunch spot in Ottawa, and this is legitimately the best yet. S-tier croissant french toast, creative and custom dishes with a gourmet touch, efficient service, welcoming atmosphere and there are a ton of high quality treats to take home. Specialty coffees and worth every bit!“

“These are hands down my fav croissants in the city (and believe me....I've tried A LOT of croissants). I literally dream about them. Not only is everything here delicious, the owners and staff are total gems who care deeply about the community. It's a must visit! ❤“

“The coffee and especially the espresso-based drinks, are absolutely fantastic, and some of the best I've ever had! Aside from the drinks being top-shelf, the staff are wonderful. Very friendly, helpful, and genuine. Thanks for making my day, see you soon.“

“Wonderful place to have authentic experience and see all the First Nations, Métis and Inuit artwork and gifts. Fantastic selection of items to purchase. Miigwetch.“