Guidebook for Ottawa

Maria And Jim
Guidebook for Ottawa

Food Scene

A traditional chinese restaurant that serves Dim Sum daily. Great fare, wonderful prices, best Sticky rice ever, Lemon Chicken, General Tao Pork and Shrimp in a Hot Pot, what is the name?
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Yangtze Restaurant
700 Somerset St W
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A traditional chinese restaurant that serves Dim Sum daily. Great fare, wonderful prices, best Sticky rice ever, Lemon Chicken, General Tao Pork and Shrimp in a Hot Pot, what is the name?
One of the best chefs in the Capital, John Morris expertise menu is Canadian taste from across the country. One must at least try!! Brunch is great !!! Inside NAC. Not expensive for what it is.
Le Café
1 Elgin St
One of the best chefs in the Capital, John Morris expertise menu is Canadian taste from across the country. One must at least try!! Brunch is great !!! Inside NAC. Not expensive for what it is.
They serve a wonderful high tea in the hotel where the Beatles, Shirley Temple and Elizabeth II the Queen stayed It is expensive. Very.
89 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fairmont Château Laurier
1 Rideau St
89 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
They serve a wonderful high tea in the hotel where the Beatles, Shirley Temple and Elizabeth II the Queen stayed It is expensive. Very.
A version of health fast food. If it is not too much contradiction on terms...At least it is very close. I would not call it restaurant, but we are short in given options...
42 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Subway
414 Bank St
42 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A version of health fast food. If it is not too much contradiction on terms...At least it is very close. I would not call it restaurant, but we are short in given options...
Elegant, simple and cozy w/ an European touch, from marble counters to flowers galore, light fare (we like the vegetarian lasagna) just around the corner of Florence (garage entrance) and Bank.Great!
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sun Flowers Florist & Cafe
410 Bank St
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Elegant, simple and cozy w/ an European touch, from marble counters to flowers galore, light fare (we like the vegetarian lasagna) just around the corner of Florence (garage entrance) and Bank.Great!
Good price, very close, pick up and dine-in, excellent rice and salads, white impeccable table cloths, friendly service in a small room, across the building, facing the Chinese Church. From $7 to $22.
Shekarchi Express
398 Kent St
Good price, very close, pick up and dine-in, excellent rice and salads, white impeccable table cloths, friendly service in a small room, across the building, facing the Chinese Church. From $7 to $22.
Great vegetarian food. Wonderful desserts. Sometimes I go for afternoon tea/coffee. All you can weight on your plate. I mean pay per weight...
62 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Green Door Restaurant
198 Main St
62 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Great vegetarian food. Wonderful desserts. Sometimes I go for afternoon tea/coffee. All you can weight on your plate. I mean pay per weight...
Nice place to cool off, drink delicious fair-trade coffee and taste some treat.
210 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bridgehead
131 Beechwood Ave.
210 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Nice place to cool off, drink delicious fair-trade coffee and taste some treat.
Best breakfast ever! Best brunch! Light lunch. Really small. Not cheap. Very close. Few minutes walk South (right) on Bank. Do not miss it! 613-231-7959
530 Bank St
530 Bank Street
Best breakfast ever! Best brunch! Light lunch. Really small. Not cheap. Very close. Few minutes walk South (right) on Bank. Do not miss it! 613-231-7959
A good take out/delivery(slow). A very simple place, one block West. Try the slow grilled whole chicken with couscous, fried plantain. Samosas. Halal food too. Very close.(613) 695-5557
BBQ Golden Grill
523 Gladstone Ave
A good take out/delivery(slow). A very simple place, one block West. Try the slow grilled whole chicken with couscous, fried plantain. Samosas. Halal food too. Very close.(613) 695-5557

Essentials

Closest place to get your basic needs, from maps to milk, newspaper, fast food, juice to medicines. Exactly on corner of Bank and Gladstone accross from Gas Station (convenience/coffea). 2 min. walk.
439 Bank St
Ottawa Regional Road 31
Closest place to get your basic needs, from maps to milk, newspaper, fast food, juice to medicines. Exactly on corner of Bank and Gladstone accross from Gas Station (convenience/coffea). 2 min. walk.
The closest supermarket to do your shopping. Few blocks North walking on charming Bank Street.
119 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hartman's Your Independent Grocer
296 Bank St
119 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The closest supermarket to do your shopping. Few blocks North walking on charming Bank Street.
Really fresh, variety, close to our place.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Boushey's Fruit Market
348 Elgin St
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Really fresh, variety, close to our place.

Sightseeing

A must see in Ottawa, free of charge, go earlier to get your tickets, climb to the towers, join the tour of the buildings. Wahsrooms, water fountain. Just in front of the Info Center.
891 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cerro del Parlamento
Wellington Street
891 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A must see in Ottawa, free of charge, go earlier to get your tickets, climb to the towers, join the tour of the buildings. Wahsrooms, water fountain. Just in front of the Info Center.
Lovely place to walk and see the flowers, the gardens and its different styles. Children love the animal farm as well. There is place for dogs and the Arboretum is quite something too.
39 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sparks Street
Sparks Street
39 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lovely place to walk and see the flowers, the gardens and its different styles. Children love the animal farm as well. There is place for dogs and the Arboretum is quite something too.
There is the city started! More than 400 places to eat, sip a coffee, have a glass of wine, enjoy a beer, peak a window, discover the hidden courtyards, buy from the local producer -all is there.
585 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
ByWard Market
585 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
There is the city started! More than 400 places to eat, sip a coffee, have a glass of wine, enjoy a beer, peak a window, discover the hidden courtyards, buy from the local producer -all is there.
One of the best places to enjoy the Tulip Festival and watch the tulip varieties. Great to stroll all year around. Wonderful gardens by the water.
191 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dows Lake
1001 Queen Elizabeth Driveway
191 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of the best places to enjoy the Tulip Festival and watch the tulip varieties. Great to stroll all year around. Wonderful gardens by the water.

Arts & Culture

Great visit for kids of all ages, see the Mammoths sculptures in the garden, the whales skeletons, the movies, even the building is lovely!!!
468 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Canadiense de la Naturaleza
240 McLeod St
468 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Great visit for kids of all ages, see the Mammoths sculptures in the garden, the whales skeletons, the movies, even the building is lovely!!!
A total must see!!! The group of 7, the Chapel, the European Collection, the Inuit sculptures, the inner garden even sip a coffee in the cafeteria is worthy!!! Boutique/shop is souvenir plentiful!
552 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
National Gallery of Canada
380 Sussex Dr
552 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A total must see!!! The group of 7, the Chapel, the European Collection, the Inuit sculptures, the inner garden even sip a coffee in the cafeteria is worthy!!! Boutique/shop is souvenir plentiful!
Great place to be and learn about Canada. There is a Museum for children as well. A beautiful view of the Parliament Buildings and Ottawa. Free entrance on Thursday between 4 and 8pm
545 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Canadiense de Historia
100 Rue Laurier
545 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Great place to be and learn about Canada. There is a Museum for children as well. A beautiful view of the Parliament Buildings and Ottawa. Free entrance on Thursday between 4 and 8pm
This lovely park in front of Russian embassy holds shows and open stage plays during summer months for all ages. Check city calendar.
43 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Strathcona
25 Range Rd
43 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This lovely park in front of Russian embassy holds shows and open stage plays during summer months for all ages. Check city calendar.

Shopping

Most traditional mall in Ottawa. Movie Theathear, Department Stores, boutiques, restaurants, Coffeas, fun and more. All there!
589 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rideau Centre
589 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Most traditional mall in Ottawa. Movie Theathear, Department Stores, boutiques, restaurants, Coffeas, fun and more. All there!
Best place for Canadian artcrafts, souvenirs and or just visit and admire the collection. It is like a museum or an Art Gallery. Just beatiful an complete.
Canada's Four Corners
93 Sparks St.
Best place for Canadian artcrafts, souvenirs and or just visit and admire the collection. It is like a museum or an Art Gallery. Just beatiful an complete.

Everything Else

For some of your needs...
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Capital Information Kiosk
90 Wellington St
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
For some of your needs...
Restaurants, gardens, theater, bars, shows, conference center, lake -the night main entrance with its water fountains changing colors- it is all spectacular. A visit to see the architecture is worthy
Grands feux Casino Lac-Leamy Sound of Light
4 Rue Dumas
Restaurants, gardens, theater, bars, shows, conference center, lake -the night main entrance with its water fountains changing colors- it is all spectacular. A visit to see the architecture is worthy
It is a place for shows, the Wintelude Ice Sculptures, to stroll, seat and enjoy the day.
33 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque de la Confederación
Elgin Street
33 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
It is a place for shows, the Wintelude Ice Sculptures, to stroll, seat and enjoy the day.
Very close to our place. The Ground Hog bus station. If you are traveling light, it is few blocks walk North on Kent St - voila!
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ottawa Central Station - Greyhound Bus Terminal
265 Catherine Street
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Very close to our place. The Ground Hog bus station. If you are traveling light, it is few blocks walk North on Kent St - voila!
It is approximately a 20 min. drive on Bus 101. Get off on Catherine at Kent Street stop and walk North few blocks on Kent St. You soon see the new building on the corner of Gladstone St..
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ottawa station
200 Tremblay Rd
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
It is approximately a 20 min. drive on Bus 101. Get off on Catherine at Kent Street stop and walk North few blocks on Kent St. You soon see the new building on the corner of Gladstone St..
Our busier airport. It is 20 min. to 1/2 an hour drive to the apt.By bus one have to commute on Billings Bridge.For a fee we can refer a personal pick-up, if you prefer. Please ask for price.
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ottawa International Airport
1000 Airport Parkway Private
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Our busier airport. It is 20 min. to 1/2 an hour drive to the apt.By bus one have to commute on Billings Bridge.For a fee we can refer a personal pick-up, if you prefer. Please ask for price.
Book with Ilai, the best hair dresser ever for cut, blow dry and style. So fast, in 1/2 an hour it is all done. America's champion!!! Truly. Expensive and worthy!
Rinaldo Hair Designers & Spa
Book with Ilai, the best hair dresser ever for cut, blow dry and style. So fast, in 1/2 an hour it is all done. America's champion!!! Truly. Expensive and worthy!
One of our two main Universities that attract students and researchers from all the world. A walk from our location.
111 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
University Of Ottawa
75 Laurier Ave. E
111 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of our two main Universities that attract students and researchers from all the world. A walk from our location.
One of our two main Universities that attract students and researchers from all the world. An easy bus route from our location.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Carleton University
1125 Colonel By Dr
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of our two main Universities that attract students and researchers from all the world. An easy bus route from our location.
Walking distance, great swimming pool, exercises and more.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Taggart Family YMCA-YWCA
180 Argyle Ave
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Walking distance, great swimming pool, exercises and more.
Few blocks North. The central branch has a lot to offer.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ottawa Public Library
120 Metcalfe St
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Few blocks North. The central branch has a lot to offer.
A boutique one. New. Close. Lovely!
191 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
LCBO
160 Elgin St
191 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A boutique one. New. Close. Lovely!