Who doesn’t love a trip to the nations capital? If you’re heading to Ottawa for a day or two and wondering where to eat, we’ve got you covered. The city has a great food scene, so feel free to stray from this list, but if you want a step-by-step guide for a great day of food just keep on reading.
Breakfast: Elgin Street Diner, Golden Triangle
At over 22 years old, Elgin Street Diner or “ESG“, as the locals say, is the perfect place to start your day. From eggs benedict to club sandwhiches, ESG serves up all the diner classics in an old-school environment. Open 24hrs, this place has become an institution, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a better breakfast in the city.
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Lunch: La Bottega, ByWard Market
No trip to Ottawa is complete without a visit to the historic ByWard Market. If you’re walking around looking for a spot to eat, you might miss this joint. To get to it, walk into the La Bottega Italian grocery store and head through to the back to find the sandwhich counter. They offer a selection of meat, bread, cheese, and other toppings, so you can really customize your lunch. I mean this when i say it: these sandwhiches are some of the best I’ve had, anywhere in the world. Not only do they taste great, but they’re super friendly on your wallet. Take your lunch a short walk away to Major’s Hill Park for the perfect picnic with a view.
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Snack: SuzyQ Doughnuts, Hintonburg
After lunch, head to the west of the city to visit some of Ottawa’s nicest neighborhoods. Located in the eclectic Hintonburg area, SuzyQ might be the best place in the city to cure your craving for something sweet. SuzyQ has a great selection of menu regulars as well as unique seasonal classics, such as the Yuzu Satsuma Twister. Be prepared to walk away with a box, as you’ll have a very (and i mean very) hard time choosing just one flavour.
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Dinner: Supply and Demand, Wellington Village
Supply and Demand has had a reputation as a trendy neighborhood joint for some time now. Focusing on pasta and raw seafood, the rotating menu here is creative and always delicious. Save a bit of room so you don’t miss out on the great cocktails and desserts. All-in-all, this might be the best place to cap your perfect day of food in Ottawa.
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