Drew’s guidebook

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Drew’s guidebook

Bakeries and Pastry Shops

Amazing breads/buns and other treats...not a huge fan of flavoured coffee but they make a killer hazelnut latte!
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Bread By Us
1065 Wellington St. W
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Amazing breads/buns and other treats...not a huge fan of flavoured coffee but they make a killer hazelnut latte!
Another awesome bread shop with lots of sweet treats and delicious pizza...not open on weekends unfortunately
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Bread & Sons
195 Bank St
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Another awesome bread shop with lots of sweet treats and delicious pizza...not open on weekends unfortunately
Artisanal bakery with different breads on offer each day. The seed loaf is 🤤
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True Loaf Bread Company
573 Gladstone Ave
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Artisanal bakery with different breads on offer each day. The seed loaf is 🤤

Restaurant Recommendations

Here is a list of sit down type restaurants that I would recommend.
I work here so obviously I'm going to recommend it 😬. In all seriousness, Jabberwocky is a cocktail bar with a emphasis on gin. The food is all vegan too! Every Wednesday-Friday, from 5-7, they do a Happy Hour where they offer select beers for $6 and select cocktails for $8. Food is very reasonably priced too with nothing really over $15
Jabberwocky
315 Somerset St W
I work here so obviously I'm going to recommend it 😬. In all seriousness, Jabberwocky is a cocktail bar with a emphasis on gin. The food is all vegan too! Every Wednesday-Friday, from 5-7, they do a Happy Hour where they offer select beers for $6 and select cocktails for $8. Food is very reasonably priced too with nothing really over $15
If you want seafood, go here. It can be on the pricier side but it's a nice little treat yourself while on vacation! It's small and loaded with character. They do have a sister restaurant on Elgin which is much larger and has a patio in the back. The menu is a bit different at this location but still just as tasty.
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The Whalesbone Bank Street
430 Bank St
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If you want seafood, go here. It can be on the pricier side but it's a nice little treat yourself while on vacation! It's small and loaded with character. They do have a sister restaurant on Elgin which is much larger and has a patio in the back. The menu is a bit different at this location but still just as tasty.
Great selection of wine and beer. Food is great as well and offers some vegan options. Every Monday, they do an all veg/vegan menu. The menu is small but the value is great for what you get and it changes every week.
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Citizen
207 Gilmour St
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Great selection of wine and beer. Food is great as well and offers some vegan options. Every Monday, they do an all veg/vegan menu. The menu is small but the value is great for what you get and it changes every week.
One of my fav restaurants in the city. A bit pricey, but service and food are on point. On Sunday's they do "buck a shuck" oysters (the price has gone up to $1.50 now but "buck a shuck" has a nicer ring than "buck fifty a shuck")
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Supply and Demand
1335 Wellington St. W
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One of my fav restaurants in the city. A bit pricey, but service and food are on point. On Sunday's they do "buck a shuck" oysters (the price has gone up to $1.50 now but "buck a shuck" has a nicer ring than "buck fifty a shuck")
High end middle eastern spot. Food and service are on point.
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Fairouz Cafe
15 Clarence St.
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High end middle eastern spot. Food and service are on point.
My go to pho spot...bbq pork is killer!
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New Mee Fung Restaurant
350 Booth St
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My go to pho spot...bbq pork is killer!
If you have a car and are willing to drive out 35 minutes, go to Carp farmers market and check out Ten of Cups Pizza. They are at the market every Saturday and make some of finest wheels in town. Go early because they sell out quickly!! You can also grab a wide variety of local fruits and vegetables to make dinner if you're so inclined.
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CARP Farmers' Market
3790 Carp Rd
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If you have a car and are willing to drive out 35 minutes, go to Carp farmers market and check out Ten of Cups Pizza. They are at the market every Saturday and make some of finest wheels in town. Go early because they sell out quickly!! You can also grab a wide variety of local fruits and vegetables to make dinner if you're so inclined.
Bao Buns!!! They do offer booze and have a limited amount of seating but it's prolly best to grab your stuff to go. Vegan options available too.
Gongfu Bao
365 Bank St
Bao Buns!!! They do offer booze and have a limited amount of seating but it's prolly best to grab your stuff to go. Vegan options available too.
Probably the best beer selection in the city and frequently changing. Best part is they do flights (think they are 4oz pours) allowing you to try different beers without commiting to a full pint!
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Bar Lupulus
1242 Wellington St. W
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Probably the best beer selection in the city and frequently changing. Best part is they do flights (think they are 4oz pours) allowing you to try different beers without commiting to a full pint!
Small plates and one of the best wine lists in the city. Great ambiance too!
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Soif Bar à vin
88 Rue Montcalm
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Small plates and one of the best wine lists in the city. Great ambiance too!
Menu changes daily and food is always solid. Nice selection of beers and wine and warm friendly service.
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Wellington Gastropub
1325 Wellington St. W
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Menu changes daily and food is always solid. Nice selection of beers and wine and warm friendly service.
The falafels at this place are delicious. The food in general is great. They have seating if you feel like dining in but this place is best served as a takeout spot.
Falafel Scoop
398 Kent St
The falafels at this place are delicious. The food in general is great. They have seating if you feel like dining in but this place is best served as a takeout spot.
No frills takeout spot that features a variety of cheap, delicious and filling sandwiches.
Subito Sandwich
389 Gladstone Ave
No frills takeout spot that features a variety of cheap, delicious and filling sandwiches.

Brunch Spots

Some good brunch spots
They only do brunch on Sundays but it is one of the better brunches around town.
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Citizen
207 Gilmour St
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They only do brunch on Sundays but it is one of the better brunches around town.
Southern cuisine that will leave you feeling satisfied. Great food and delicious libations...try the "This Is Not A Caesar"!!
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Union Local 613
315 Somerset St W
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Southern cuisine that will leave you feeling satisfied. Great food and delicious libations...try the "This Is Not A Caesar"!!
This place is actually called The Third...Black Pepper is the name of the prior business. More of a diner vibe...reasonably priced and not fussy ...everything a diner should be.
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The Third
1017 Wellington St. W
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This place is actually called The Third...Black Pepper is the name of the prior business. More of a diner vibe...reasonably priced and not fussy ...everything a diner should be.
Sister resto of Whalesbone on Bank. They have a nice patio in the back and do a great brunch
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The Whalesbone Bank Street
430 Bank St
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Sister resto of Whalesbone on Bank. They have a nice patio in the back and do a great brunch

Tourist Sights

Some touristy things to do while you're here if you fancy.
Where the dealings of the country's politics takes place. Even as a long time resident, there is something to be said about taking a stroll around Parliament to capture the views of the Ottawa River
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Đồi Quốc hội
Wellington Street
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Where the dealings of the country's politics takes place. Even as a long time resident, there is something to be said about taking a stroll around Parliament to capture the views of the Ottawa River
If you have an afternoon free, I would highly recommend checking out what exhibits are on. Some very interesting and cool exhibits usually take place.
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Bảo tàng Thiên nhiên Canada
240 McLeod St
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If you have an afternoon free, I would highly recommend checking out what exhibits are on. Some very interesting and cool exhibits usually take place.
Newer gallery that opened featuring some works of local artists. Very nice space.
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Ottawa Art Gallery
50 Mackenzie King Bridge
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Newer gallery that opened featuring some works of local artists. Very nice space.
Our national art gallery featuring many different works. Usually exhibits going on so be sure to check their website for what's happening.
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National Gallery of Canada
380 Sussex Dr
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Our national art gallery featuring many different works. Usually exhibits going on so be sure to check their website for what's happening.
Governor General's residence in beautiful Rockcliffe Park. Guided tours available free of charge (reservation recommended).
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Rideau Hall Grounds
1 Sussex Dr
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Governor General's residence in beautiful Rockcliffe Park. Guided tours available free of charge (reservation recommended).
This area is lovely for a nice stroll or bike ride along the water. You can rent a pedal boat and enjoy a short ride around the man made lake too! Also has an arboretum area. Great area for a little picnic. Find a shaded area under a tree or spread your blanket out and enjoy the sun!
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Dows Lake
1001 Queen Elizabeth Driveway
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This area is lovely for a nice stroll or bike ride along the water. You can rent a pedal boat and enjoy a short ride around the man made lake too! Also has an arboretum area. Great area for a little picnic. Find a shaded area under a tree or spread your blanket out and enjoy the sun!
This vast green area right behind Chateau Laurier offers some of the most stunning views of the city. If you're hungry and/or thirsty go grab a dog and a beverage at the nearby Tavern on the Hill. Food isn't the greatest but you're there for the ambiance right...
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Major's Hill Park
Mackenzie Avenue
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This vast green area right behind Chateau Laurier offers some of the most stunning views of the city. If you're hungry and/or thirsty go grab a dog and a beverage at the nearby Tavern on the Hill. Food isn't the greatest but you're there for the ambiance right...
The perfect refuge only minutes away from the city, Gatineau Park offers numerous activities that are perfect for families and solo travellers alike. From hiking to camping to cross country skiing, Gatineau Park is the perfect outdoor paradise providing unique experiences throughout the varying seasons.
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Công viên Gatineau
33 Chem. Scott
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The perfect refuge only minutes away from the city, Gatineau Park offers numerous activities that are perfect for families and solo travellers alike. From hiking to camping to cross country skiing, Gatineau Park is the perfect outdoor paradise providing unique experiences throughout the varying seasons.

Grocery

Closest major grocery store for all your basic needs
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Hartman's Your Independent Grocer
296 Bank St
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Closest major grocery store for all your basic needs
Small organic grocery store that also has a wellness shop tucked away in the back
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Herb & Spice Shop Wellington
1310 Wellington St. W
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Small organic grocery store that also has a wellness shop tucked away in the back
Italian deli that carries a wide array of meats, cheeses and condiments and also small produce section.
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Il Negozio Nicastro
792 Bank St
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Italian deli that carries a wide array of meats, cheeses and condiments and also small produce section.
Asian grocer in Chinatown that carries produce, fresh meat and fish as well as a wide array of Asian dry goods
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Kowloon Market
712 Somerset St W
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Asian grocer in Chinatown that carries produce, fresh meat and fish as well as a wide array of Asian dry goods
Small artisanal butcher that carries deli meats, condiments as well a small selection of dry-aged meats.
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Seed to Sausage General Store
729 Gladstone Ave
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Small artisanal butcher that carries deli meats, condiments as well a small selection of dry-aged meats.
Southeast Asian grocer that carries fresh produce, dry goods and some fish and meat.
Thana Market
386 Bank St
Southeast Asian grocer that carries fresh produce, dry goods and some fish and meat.
Fish monger that specializes in selling oysters, and Ocean Wise certified products. Note, they also have 2 restaurants (on Elgin St. and Bank St.) that are delicious!
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The Whalesbone Bank Street
430 Bank St
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Fish monger that specializes in selling oysters, and Ocean Wise certified products. Note, they also have 2 restaurants (on Elgin St. and Bank St.) that are delicious!