Nostalgica Pub & Beer Garden
A University of Ottawa campus pub on Cumberland Street since 1994 — creative cafe fare, live jazz nights, Thursday open mic, and a patio beer garden.
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About
Nostalgica (a.k.a. Café Nostalgica) has been the University of Ottawa's gathering spot since 1994. Located at 601 Cumberland on the edge of campus, it's a laid-back pub with a creative café menu — burritos, poutine, and the usual pub staples — plus a regular live jazz program and a beloved Thursday Open Mic.
The beer garden / patio is one of the liveliest in Sandy Hill during warmer months.
Programming
- Thursday: Open Mic, 8:00pm
- Monthly: Live jazz nights
What to Know
- Since: 1994
- Style: Campus pub + jazz venue + beer garden
- Food: Burritos, poutine, creative café fare
- Patio: Outdoor beer garden in warm months
Hours
Vary — check call ahead. Generally open lunch through late evening on weekdays.
Getting There
- Address: 601 Cumberland Street (uOttawa campus, Sandy Hill)
- Transit: Close to uOttawa Station
- Parking: Street parking
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