Discover Ottawa
Hokkaido Sushi
The go-to all-you-can-eat sushi spot in ByWard Market. Order fresh nigiri, rolls, sashimi, and hot Japanese dishes straight to your table at lunch or dinner.
The Barley Mow – Westboro
The Barley Mow Westboro (Richmond Road) branch — part of the popular 8-location Ottawa-area pub chain. Live music, Tuesday Trivia, and standard pub menu.
Anabia Cupcakery Café
Barrhaven cupcakery and cafe serving fresh cupcakes, coffee, sandwiches, and baked goods with space for social events.
Co Cham
A modern Vietnamese spot on Somerset Street blending tradition with creativity. Known for vibrant banh mi, comforting pho, and beautifully plated dishes that stay true to authentic flavours.
NCC River House
A café and bistro built on stilts above the Ottawa River with swimming docks, panoramic river views, and seasonal dining from May to October.
Smoke's Poutinerie
Canada's largest poutinerie chain offering over 30 creative poutine varieties, open late for night owls in downtown Ottawa.
Miss Molly's Diner
Charming retro-style diner in Carlington serving homemade breakfast classics in authentic 1950s atmosphere.
The Carleton Tavern
Hintonburg neighbourhood pub since 1935 with live folk, country, blues, and rock on Friday and Saturday nights.
The Gilmour
Centretown neighbourhood bar with one of Ottawa's cheapest happy hours — $5 for lager, IPA, house wine, and fries daily from 3-6pm.
The Lookout Bar
Ottawa's premier LGBTQ+ bar since 1996 with free drag shows Friday and Saturday nights, karaoke, and multiple FACES Magazine
Swizzles Bar & Grill
Ottawa's self-proclaimed "Only Bias-Free Bar" — an LGBTQ+ community hub with karaoke, drag shows, comedy, live music, and charity events.
Le Moulin de Provence
A ByWard Market landmark since 1998, Le Moulin de Provence is a French bakery and café famous for its Obama Cookies — the maple leaf shortbread that Barack Obama bought during his 2009 visit. Fresh-baked pastries, artisan breads, and a warm market atmosphere.