Best Brunch Restaurants in Ottawa
Find the best brunch restaurants in Ottawa.
Chesterfield's Gastro Diner
A self-described 'not so greasy spoon' on Wellington West. Serves brunch every day with a twist on diner classics — think Jamaican benny and chicken and waffles. Walk-in only.
Wilf & Ada's
Beloved Centretown diner serving scratch-made breakfast with fresh-squeezed juices, house-smoked bacon, and warm atmosphere since opening.
The King Eddy
A family-operated ByWard Market institution since 2014, The King Eddy serves what many call Ottawa's best burger alongside Northern Fried Chicken and all-day breakfast. No reservations, no pretension — just quality comfort food on Clarence Street.
Gezellig
A refined Westboro restaurant in a converted 1950s bank building. Seasonal, locally sourced brunch on weekends and dinner service through the week. Reservations strongly recommended.
Cocotte Bistro
French comfort cuisine in the heart of downtown Ottawa. Located inside The Metcalfe Hotel, Cocotte Bistro serves everything from breakfast to late dinner with locally sourced ingredients, weekend brunch, and a beautifully designed Parisian-inspired dining room.
EVOO Greek Kitchen
A stylish modern Greek restaurant in Little Italy with refined plates, a Greek-inspired cocktail menu, and Sunday brunch. Family-owned with over 50 years in the restaurant industry.
Banditos
A Southern California-inspired taco and street food spot on Bank Street in the Glebe with a dog-friendly patio, scratch-made food, and daily specials.
Métropolitain Brasserie
A Parisian-inspired brasserie on Sussex Drive with Ottawa's largest oyster bar. Métropolitain Brasserie brings authentic French dining to the ByWard Market — classic cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails, and buck-a-shuck oysters every Thursday.
Reynolds Restaurant
Family-owned Ottawa diner on Clyde Avenue for 50+ years — "Ottawa's No.1 Breakfast Place" with all-day breakfast, homemade burgers, eggs benedict, breakfast poutine, and a patio.
7AM Breakfast & Lunch
Cozy neighborhood breakfast spot on Bank Street serving generous homemade classics with friendly service.
Miss Molly's Diner
Charming retro-style diner in Carlington serving homemade breakfast classics in authentic 1950s atmosphere.
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.
Benny's Bistro
A hidden gem inside The French Baker in the ByWard Market. Known for one of the best brunches in Ottawa with French-inspired dishes and fresh pastries steps away. Saturday brunch draws lines out the door.
Beurre Salé Crêperie et Boutique
A French crêperie in an old Aylmer heritage house on Rue Principale — buckwheat galettes, sweet dessert crepes, waffles, and a French boutique. Steps from the marina.
Dukes
A modern brunch spot just off Bank Street, open 7 days a week. Known for sourdough pancakes, creative sandwiches, and a full drink menu with cocktails. A newer addition to Ottawa's brunch scene that's already a local favourite.
La Muse at Wakefield Mill
Fine dining inside Wakefield Mill Hotel & Spa with a waterfall view through the glass solarium. French-Canadian cuisine with discovery menus, wine cellar, and Sunday brunch.
Oiseau Bleu
Farm-to-table restaurant inside the Motel Chelsea complex. Globally inspired brunch and dinner using local farm ingredients, with a grocery shop on site.
Banco Bistro
Casual buffet restaurant inside Casino du Lac-Leamy in Gatineau. Friday-to-Sunday dinner buffet and a popular Sunday brunch, plus rotisserie, pizza, and burgers the rest of the week.
The Third
A Hintonburg neighbourhood pub in a renovated laundromat serving affordable brunch, lunch, and dinner. With nothing over $13 on the menu, The Third is one of Ottawa's best budget-friendly dining spots.