This is clearly a high quality coffee shop! When I walked in there was a long line, but the latte…read morewas worth the wait. At first I was surprised at how there were no flavour shops, but the high quality coffee/espresso they use made up for it; none was needed! Bonus points for the beautiful latte art

TL;DR/The Short Version: Independent coffee shop in…read moreWestboro. Minimalist interior. Good selection of baked goods and they also sell coffee, lol ;) The Long Version: The Bower Coffee Company opened up about a year ago in the summer of 2024. Usually I like trying out new businesses that open up in my neighbourhood, but admittedly I'm not a coffee connoisseur. I doubt I'd be able to tell the difference between a $50 cup of Kopi Luwak and a cup of Folgers instant coffee, lol. So coffee shops don't really excite me. However, I recently learned that Bower Coffee Company sells baked goods from a business called Adam Bakes. I've been wanting to try treats from Adam Bakes for a while now, but they are only open on Saturdays 8am-12pm and not in my neighbourhood, so their limited hours have prevented me from trying them. I didn't realize that they also sold their baked goods to other businesses for resale, so when I discovered this, I planned a little coffee date for my husband and I at The Bower Coffee Company :) I chose a Cinnamon Swirl Blondie from Adam Bakes ($4.85) and my husband chose a Peanut, Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip cookie from Art-Is-In Bakery ($5.25) and we got a regular 12 oz coffee ($3.25). The coffee tasted like any other coffee to me (unsurprising, lol). My husband is more of a coffee connoisseur than I am and his comment was it was a bit too watery, but otherwise ok. I loved the Blondie. It was rich and I think there's cheesecake swirled into it because it had creamy bits to it. It had a potent cinnamon flavour. I really enjoyed it and so did the hubster. I ended up hauling my butt out to Adam Bakes the following Saturday morning to try their other offerings, which weren't available at Bower Coffee. Adam Bakes will get its own review. I noticed that the prices are cheaper buying directly from Adam Bakes than at Bower Coffee, but I guess that's not surprising. The cookie was unremarkable in my opinion, but the hubby enjoyed it. It had whole peanuts in it as well as peanut butter and chocolate chips. It was soft and chewy, and the whole peanuts gave it the occasional crunch. Service at Bower Coffee was great. The barista asked me for the Blondie if I wanted a centre piece or an edge piece. I know some people like the crispiness of edge pieces, but I prefer the softness of centre pieces, so I was happy to be asked. The decor is clean lines minimalist. It's not a huge space, but has a decent amount of tables. It was bustling on a Sunday morning. Overall, a nice place for a coffee date, albeit a bit pricey in my opinion, but I get it, everything is expensive these days :/ We walked there, but it's street parking only for those coming by car. Review #133 (2025)

I've had my eye on this place for a bit and finally had a chance to head over since returning from…read morevacation. The building is attached to the new high-rise residences in the area. There is no parking for it but you can find street parking in and around the area. When we came by there was a bit of snow on the ground but that didn't stop us...except I was nervous I was parked to close to the fire hydrant so double backed to move my car. The owner and his wife seem like a lovely couple. He's pretty passionate about his coffee and will give everybody a run down of the type of coffee you will order. Listen to it, he loves it, you should love it! On top of the coffee, there is a bit of pastries and sandwiches to choose from. I didn't partake in any food but got a latte. They let you choose the damn mug you get your drink in, how awesome is that? They have a lot of options and obviously I chose the one with a lot of random heart colours on it. In no time they got me my coffee and put some nice coffee art into it. The area isn't to large but not to small either. They do explain it's a shared space for when it gets busy so they hope you don't take up 5 chairs by 2 people. It's decorated either like a blast from old Europe or your grandparents place if they were a bit fancier. We spent some time here and had multiple drinks. Very nice place to hang out and disconnect from everything.

What a lovely discovery. Tucked away from the Main Street hustle and bustle. Great decor. Awesome…read morefood.

Great food, the owner and the staff are really nice. I never heard of this place before but Yelp…read morerecommended it to me and I loved it. Great ambiance. I will be back!

This cute little place does not look like much, and it is in a neighborhood a bit off the beaten…read morepath. It's on a cute street that is well worth the walk, and parking was tight... literally. I had to wait for cars to pass to get out of my car. There is just not much room on this street. The cafe is cute, I got a latte and some treats. The Whoppie pie cookie was so good as was my coffee. They said that when the weather is better there is seating outside. There was not seating inside. They did have some savories as well, which I would love to go back and try.

I love this place. Great seating areas upstairs and outdoors. Trendy, sure. Tasty, YES! The food is…read moreso good and I just love the setting. You walk in and are greeted by lovely employees and the baked good staring back at you. They made their own "Twix" bars... I mean, seriously! You have to come and eat their treats! They also make amazing challah avocado toast. But be prepared, this is a BIG piece of CHALLAH! But paired with basil and lemon it was just perfect for our brunch morning. Service is great, and parking is a challenge sometimes, but be patient. It's super clean, super open floor plan, and is just LOVELY all around. The coffee is always good. And I would come here all the time if I lived just a bit closer.

An awesome little cafe! The food is delicious, highlights included the crème brûlée French toast…read morewith a crunchy top and crispy fried eggs, bacon, and salad with a thick slice of country style bread in "the staff meal". You order at the counter and sit, but service was fast and surprisingly attentive. This is a great place to go after a morning hike in Gatineau to enjoy a lunch and a microbrew or two!

Bluebird Coffee is a nice and warm cafe right in the heart of Byward Market. It is a great place if…read moreyou are looking for a quick cup of coffee, an intimate place to have a chat with a friend, or a quiet place to study, especially during midterm examination season. I visited this cafe not too long ago with a friend as I was looking for a quit place to study for an exam. I was quite satisfied with the service and friendliness of the service I received. Although my latte took quite a bit of time to prepare, it was well worth the wait as the baristas definetely care about producing a good cup of coffee for each and every customer. Bluebird Coffee has a decent selection of selections that you would normally find in any cafe: Lattes, Cappuccinos, Espresso, Cookies, Muffins, Sandwiches, and much more. The prices are very reasonable if you are on the lookout for a good deal. The ambiance and atmosphere is average at best as there is a need for a decor change or a fresh coat of paint towards making the place more vibrant and inviting for everyone.

Nice décor, good coffee! Conveniently located on the…read moreoutskirts of the Byward Market, it's a great little stop on the way over to a concert at St. Brigid's or as a break from shopping. Would I return: Yes Would I recommend: Yes

Café Mulligan has the best matcha in Aylmer! The girls working there are so nice…read more Café Mulligan a le meilleur matcha à Aylmer! Les filles qui y travaillent sont tellement gentilles

Awesome coffee really really great! I love how spacious their outside patio is, especially during…read moreCOVID times! They have this lovely corner for kids to play while parents chill and really enjoy their drinks! I care early morning and for breakfast their items are limited, but they have variety of stuff from soups to salads to Paninis for lunch! The staff were ok, not very nice but the place it self is nice and they have a big parking lot in the back!

The food and coffee I ordered was good, though the felafel was premade and reheated for me…read more Service was prompt. Coffee was tasty! Large space in a stand alone building, it's bright inside. It gets loud in here over lunch. Overall, it was good. Although it was not cheap; 2 of us: 2 sandwiches, 1 soup, and 2 coffees came to $40.00. Convenient and fast.

It's been said that you can't rush art. We've gotten so used…read moreto getting our beverage quickly, that we've forgotten how much time, effort, and skill it takes for a barista to do their thing. My cortado was art in a cup. The cheesecake was the perfect accompaniment.

Figaro Coffee House has opened around the corner from Ottawa U. It's a nice little space, about…read more1/4 the size of the one on Industrial. Same coffee and a bunch of baked goods and snacks to go. I'm not 100% sure if they have less items here than the other but staff are friendly, there's a handful of tables to sit at inside and a few outside, which I wouldn't recommend outdoor seating when winter rolls around. Staff are friendly and coffee is the same as the original. 3.5 stars but rounding up

Very nice to have another cafe open up in Sandy Hill. This one in particular has a very…read morecontemporary look, so I was glad when I eventually visited here. Staff were friendly. The only hiccup was when they forgot about my tiramisu order, but that was resolved when I brought it up. It's a really nice place to work or chat since there's a lot of space between tables, so you won't be too distracted by noise. It usually isn't too busy either, so you can find a table for productive work. Unfortunately, I came half an hour before the was about to close, so I wasn't able to stay for too long. I got a simple Americano to justify getting their tiramisu ($4). It came in a small glass container that they reuse, so you will have to dine in to eat it. It tasted fine. I would overall recommend the cafe.