Second Cup Café

501 Smyth Rd, Ottawa
(613) 599-2399

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Mini Anthan

I have a friend who is in the hospital for about a month so far, I have gone to visit him about 25 times.
I would say I have visited this second cup to get either something for myself, my friend or any visitors that are visiting him about 20 times in the past four weeks .
Each and every time, regardless of who is behind the counter the service is kind, competent and fast. They answer my questions easily

Kudos to the team and whoever is hiring such amazing employees

Thanks for making the visits to the hospital a little easier .

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tashelle Joseph

The flavoured coffee is SOOOO GOOD from caramel to butter pecan, Belgian chocolate, Irish cream and more! The chicken Caesar wrap is a little pricey but worth it! The chocolate danish is the perfect treat especially when fresh out of the oven! Staff are great as I always have a big order! Just be patient because it’s in a busy hospital and we all want coffeee!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Danielle Blanks

Another latte without foam. I will not buy here anymore

Shane Armstrong

I watched this barista behind the counter tie her hair up for approximately 30 seconds prior to ordering a strawberry banana smoothie, and she made my drink without washing her hands after.. staff member had very long finger nails.. used her nail to open the banana, hand to grab strawberries.. kind of gross.. actually really gross.. the drink was $8 or $9 and it's sitting in front of me untouched I am going to throw it out.. I was in uniform so I didn't want to cause a fuss. Lots gets under my nails naturally and everywhere I don't want what's under someone else's in my food.. also they don't take points at this location.. reminder this is in a hospital and there is lots of bacteria, standards should be higher not lower.. sorry Second cup, really missed the mark! I'm out almost $10 right to the garbage

Cole Lyons

This was a very bad second cup, I had received not only low quality drinks which were heavily diluted with water and milk but I was also given a smoothie which I asked for no banana due to an allergy they said they could give me one without the banana but they still put it in which gave me a allergic reaction.

Jenny Richardson

I go every day, and it's always fantastic. The staff is supernice & efficient.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Yuliya Yatsenko

Love this coffee shop ❤️ friendly staff and cozy atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Mory Hakimi

The Second Cup Café, located on the ground floor of The Ottawa Hospital at 501 Smyth Rd, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L6, provides a delightful and diverse menu for individuals visiting the hospital for medical reasons. I greatly appreciate the service Second Cup Café offers, providing a refreshing break for patients, their families, and the dedicated healthcare workers who serve the community.

Given the high volume of foot traffic in a busy place like The Ottawa Hospital, it's clear that running a branch here has financial benefits. However, I would recommend that Second Cup Café consider reducing the prices of their coffee and meals at this location. Doing so would make their offerings more affordable, especially for the hardworking doctors, nurses, and staff who tirelessly care for others, as well as for patients and visitors.

By making their products more accessible, Second Cup Café could not only attract more customers but also leave a lasting positive impression on healthcare workers and visitors alike. This move would improve customer satisfaction while further enhancing the company's reputation within the community.
I've attached their menu so you can get a better idea of their offerings and prices.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Joel Gratton

Just witnessed a doctor trying to buy a coffee. Her phone payment wasn't working, and the coffee nazi who works here wouldn't let her pay tomorrow. Nice work guys. Thanks for keeping our life saving doctors caffeintated. Drink got thrown in the garbage instead 🤦

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 3

Service: 1

Samuel Schwisberg

The coffee is fine but I had a tuna jalapeño wrap which I couldn’t finish. It was mostly dough with a sliver of dark low grade tuna barely above cat food quality. I paid $14.75 for this and a small latte. The baked goods are ok but avoid the wraps - especially this one. Staff are effficient.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 4

Jessica Furlotte

I just love this location. Always clean, great service and pretty quick!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

S Foo

This little cafe in the hospital is located near outpatient care so it is a good option for family or caregivers waiting. Beats the cafeteria. The coffee was decent and the staff were friendly. There are tables and chairs, one with an outlet. There are pastry desserts that were okay, a bit overly sweet but still better than expected. There tends to be a constant line that moves fairly quickly.

Vegetarian options: Pastries
Snacks
Coffee

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Paul Saucier

Excellent service and always ready to give you a little more to satisfy you... A little touch of warmth for the place...

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Vero Haney

Very friendly staff and nice selection of baked goods but

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cameron T

Great smoothies

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