This is my family's go-to brunch spot and we cannot recommend this place enough. Everything from…read moretheir AMAZING service to the quality of their food and coffees are perfect. It's a family run business and everyone is always super nice! Every time we go - not even an exaggeration- they always serve guests with the brightest smile. They're so thoughtful and caring and really make you want to come here just for the interactions. Also, can I just say- for some reason, it's always so hard to find GOOD quality black coffee that's not sour and that the portions are fair for its price. LUNA HANDS DOWN has one of the best coffees in Ottawa and the portion size is 10/10. There's also lots of seating with a comfortable sitting environment and it's not too loud even during rush hours during lunch time. They have patios opened during summer, very cozy!

Breakfast was amazing, service was terrific. Would definitely recommend and we will be back.read more

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!

Boyfriend and I met his cousin here this afternoon at her suggestion. Beautiful little café and it…read morewas nice to go somewhere else than a chain for once! Beautifully decorated with a vintage vibe and lots of shabby-chic pieces. They seem extremely popular and busy even mid-afternoon; jammed-packed the whole time we were there and with a waiting line-up for a table. Gentleman who seemed to be the owner or manager was extremely pleasant and went above and beyond to find us a table quickly (even moving chairs around) after Cousin and I explained that Boyfriend (who was outside parking the car) would never wait for the 30 min announced at first. All the staff there seemed very nice, fast, constantly cleaning, arranging seating, serving, etc. We only had coffees (which were fine but nothing mind blowing) so I cannot judge on the menu. Would recommend this place though, if only for the super hardworking staff!

Came here for breakfast sweetness last weekend!…read more The inside of this cafe is beautifully decorated. A bit confusing if you're not a local because there is not a real service restaurant. You wait to be seated but you order first and they bring your selection to your table. Water is available but you serve yourself. They serve a variety of sweet and savoury crepes but also a variety of yummy desserts. It is a very busy place and I can see why! The crepes and variety of crepes are out of this world! I ordered the biscoff crepe....it was beyond yummy. It's the type of yumminess where you complete forget your with someone and focus solely on every morsel eaten. Definitely a must visit spot if you enjoy crepes both savoury and sweet! I will be 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.

Very pretty cafe located in the OAG (Ottawa Art Gallery). Love the high ceilings, feels very open…read moreand spacious. Food is good, prices are just a bit on the high side. I've had a few different items here. Their Cuban Sandwich is huge and filled with lots of roasted pork, Swiss cheese, ham and pickles. The pork was a bit on the fatty side and I did not like the excessive amount of butter in the sandwich. Other than these 2 issues, it was a good sandwich. Their muffins are good, although a bit dense. The apple muffin could have used more apples though, lol. Their steel-cut oats with berries is tasty and I have no idea why it never tastes the same when I make it at home, haha. Staff are courteous and efficient. Metered street parking or paid parkade parking only. (17)

Lovely spot for a coffee and conversation. Airy and light with low level music, it's relaxing. I…read morenoticed several people working on laptops. Bonus, you can slip into the gallery (free!) to take in some art before/after your cafe visit, since Jackson is in the OAG (Ottawa Art Gallery) building. In the summer, get a to go and sit in the lovely courtyard out front. Staff were cheerful and kind...and made great coffee!

Byward had very good almond croissant and also very good latte…read more Unfortunately chai tea by (Mighty Leaf) was kind of blend so I didn't finish it. I ordered the same thing next day at Bridgehead coffee and was disappointed their croissant and coffee were not as good as Byward.

We ordered 2 coffees and they were ready quickly. Staff were nice enough! We also ordered 3 slices…read moreof cake - dolce de lèche was okay, chocolate cake was mid, and the carrot cheese cake was delicious!

Cute cafe. Small. Delicious. We had a Earl great latte that was divine…read more It does have seating and It's connected to an awesome bookstore. The stores are both bright and sunny. But windows. I will be back to try more.

A tiny little coffee shop with seating for about 12, maybe a bit more if people sit closely…read moretogether on the long bench seating, it has its charm. We rarely make it over here simply because their hours don't work well with our hours. It tends to be quiet. It gathers people from the neighbourhood including U.St.Paul students. Decor is simple. They have pastries to go with their coffee, which is good. Staff are always need new nice. Would I return? Yes Would I recommend?

The ladies working at Ritual on Main are always very pleasant and friendly…read more I really enjoyed my matcha, but when I've had coffees in the pasta there hasn't always been latte art and the coffee/espresso is just ok. For tea, they don't have loose leaf which definitely diminishes the quality which they provide. I like that it's in a neighborhood and locally owned, but the shop itself is just OK.

A great place for very good coffee and a variety of tasty baked goods…read more They also have wonderful sandwiches Baristas are knowledgeable and helpful Seating is updated with new tables but they retained old and antique chairs and chairs sofa. Nice and comfy Very clean Many nice plants There is also outdoor seating with sunny and shaded areas We arrange to visit most trips to Ottawa