Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Hintonburg-Mechanicsville, Ottawa

Charles C. • October 26, 2010Hands-down the best coffee I've ever had. Try the robust and sweet Ugandan Gumutindo Peaberry: it's unbelievable!

Adley • October 13, 2016Great place, great coffee, great breakfast spot! Like it!

Peter S. • January 17, 2015Yucca fries and dip are delish

Lauren S. • March 18, 2013Nice space, buzzing with reasonable patrons, enjoying simple food and craft beer. Good wine list too.

Yumna A. • June 16, 2015Best grilled chicken, mandi and shish taouk.. basically loved everything I tried. (Y)

Reena B. • August 10, 2014Yummy frozen custard. Catch this truck when you can - it's worth it!

Joe H. • December 17, 2011Fantastic food. Perfect for dinner before a show at the GCTC.

Rebecca M. • March 30, 2019Lamb, spiced yogurt & preserved lemon 😍

Sabrina • March 7, 2010The best Indian food on the city hands down! The only place in Ottawa that comes close to the quality found in Brampton

Anne-Sophie • December 5, 2016A gem in Ottawa!The food was perfectly executed with well balanced flavours and surprising recipes. Everything is a must try. Friendly, attentive service for a perfect night out.Strongly recommended!

Pamela L. • July 9, 2019The bread is amazing! Try the sourdough. Espresso is great here, and lunch is always satisfying. Take home the peach cardamom jam to go with your bread.

Paul • October 2, 2014Great charcuterie.. great service, cocktails pretty good. They have soft pretzels!

Abdul B. • October 15, 2017I had the steak frites and was so good. Server were really helpful and great.

Leah E. • January 8, 2014Very friendly staff are happy to make a vegetarian version of most dishes.

Scott V. • September 8, 2016Amazing gourmet coffee. Awesome flowers too. Say hi to Kat.

Marla M. • August 12, 2014Chorizo pizza hands down is our fave, we get it every time.

Gustavo F. • July 29, 2018I am living in Ottawa for almost a year now, so far this the best ice-cream in town.

Holly L. • June 8, 2012They make a mean wood fired pie here. Steaming hot & tasty! I'll be back :)

Victor L. • April 22, 2016Best coffee ever. Great locations. Great staff.

Angelica W. • June 21, 2017Excellent smoothies

don m. • November 22, 2009Sam is a fine cook - his soups are great. Jan is my favorite in the kitchen though - great cook.

Metro News • January 21, 2010Try the Cuban Steak Sandwich (fries could be crispier) or the highlight of our meal, a tower of chocolate mousse set on a drizzle of raspberry coulis. Yum.

Mark B. • March 1, 2015Their smoothies are amazing. Well at least the one with mango and coconut milk. One of the best I've had. Also enjoyed the potato and black bean soup. The decor doesn't support the prices.

Elizabeth M. • June 1, 2014Great place, doors thrown open, cutlery clattering, waitstaff singing, coffee is always fresh. Wonderful place to spend a leisurely Saturday morning. Best poached eggs on rye around!!

Evan T. • May 19, 2013New owners ( Whalesbone) did a fabulous job of lovingly renovating the classic old Elmdale Tavern. Best place for seafood in Hintonburg and lovely long U-shaped bar

Jes L. • December 8, 2010#61 and #65 both vegan, both amazing! Lemongrass tofu, with or without curry.

Rob • March 20, 2012Out of orange cheddar and Swiss cheese the last time I was there as well as certain breads.

Reena B. • August 8, 2014Good central location to take a break for lunch while exploring the hood.