Discover Ottawa
Burgers n' Fries Forever (BFF)
A Bank Street smash burger spot known for hand-cut double-fried fries and rotating monthly specials. Halal, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available. Fresh patties smashed to order.
Wild Oat Bakery, Cafe & Farm
Vegetarian bakery and cafe on Bank Street in The Glebe with over 20 years of history. Scratch-baked goods using ingredients from their own organic farm, with many vegan and gluten-free options.
Gooney's
Local sandwich shop serving Ottawa since 2011. Specializes in sandwiches, Venezuelan arepas, salads, and wraps with unique flavors.
Fitzroy Provincial Park
One of the closest provincial parks to downtown Ottawa, about 40 minutes west at the confluence of the Carp River and Ottawa River. 235 campsites across two campgrounds, two sandy beaches, hiking trails through glacial landforms, and a 300-year-old bur oak stand. Open mid-May to mid-October.
Feleena's
Family-owned Mexican restaurant on Bank Street in the Glebe, serving fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas with vegan options available.
Pour Boy Pub
Somerset Street pub with multiple weekly comedy events — Comedy Thursdays, Wednesday Open Mic, and Monday donation-based comedy shows.
Escape Manor (Elgin)
Escape Manor's flagship on Elgin Street with 6 themed rooms (including 19+ Flight 69), plus a lounge with darts, trivia, and live music.
Father & Sons
A Sandy Hill institution since 1967, serving the University of Ottawa community. Famous for wing nights with half-price wings on Mondays and Saturdays.
Thali
Downtown Indian restaurant specializing in traditional thali platters — circular trays with multiple dishes that let you taste a variety of flavours in one meal. Kerala-inspired menu with halal options.
Shinka Sushi Bar
A hidden gem on Sheffield Road with some of the freshest fish in Ottawa. Small, intimate dining room with premium-quality sushi. Reservations strongly recommended. Open Wed-Sun only.
Prohibition Public House
New York style gastropub in Centretown since 2016, serving local farm to table dishes and classic craft cocktails in Prohibition-era setting.
Dow's Lake Pavilion
A waterfront pavilion on Dow's Lake offering boat rentals in summer, skate rentals in winter, and lakeside dining year-round. A key Tulip Festival site in spring and a gateway to the Rideau Canal Skateway in winter.