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    Jax

    4.0 (91 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    balderson omelette
    Tiffany W.

    Came for brunch around 10:15am and waited about 15 minutes before being seated. The restaurant is very small, sits about 22 people and the ventilation isn't great so I found that the kitchen smells got into my hair and clothes. They have daily specials which is always refreshing to see. We tried the double standard, mushroom on toast and Balderson omelette. All our dishes were fresh, of a fairly large portion size and came out pretty quickly. The highlight was the home fries. The only notable con was the pork belly with BBQ sauce that we chose for the double standard was overcooked--hard and stringy, almost impossible to cut with the knife.

    two plates of food on a wooden table
    Tammy S.

    A neighborhood gem! The food was great, but keep in mind they have limited seating so I would not recommend going in a large group. There's also some free residential parking down the street.

    Steak and eggs for $30
    Vincent S.

    Nice little spot in the local area that feels like a community restaurant. There is quite limited seating so if you have a large group the wait time will probably be pretty long. Because of the small size I think the wait times are highly variable just depending on who is in the area. The food is quite tasty and I enjoy that there are many different specials. I have the steak and eggs, which I thought was a great menu item on special. They give you a lot of choice to customize certain items. My item allowed you to choose call woke up to the steak was, if you preferred fruit or salad, and also how you wanted your poached eggs (soft, med, hard). Would for sure come back! How many downside is it can be a little pricey, and they often salad of some items quickly because it is a small establishment. When I went, there was no iced coffee left in the summer and also no pancakes.

    banana bread french toast (left)  spicy eggs (right)
    Rohan S.

    we love brunch! the line was a little long and we had to wait outside which is a little strange. wish they had a list that they call you back on. otherwise service was really nice and kind. the space itself is a bit small but it doesn't feel cramped. the banana bread french toast was a really good dish! a good twist on a classic that really worked. portion was quite generous and I've been eating this dish for 2 more days. the syrup they gave with the dish was also really good and not too sweet.

    Blueberry pancakes
    Sam P.

    Excellent brunch!!! One of the best I've had in Ottawa. Came here around 9:45 on Mother's Day and there was already a lineup. We waited about 30 minutes for an outside table. Service was friendly. They have a regular menu and a few specials to choose from. I ordered two specials 1. Poached eggs with smoked salmon on a bagel topped with dill crème fraîche. Side of fries and fruit 5/5 - fresh, creative and tasty. Potatoes were excellent with their homemade hot sauce 2. Blueberry ricotta pancakes with a huge slab of butter and maple syrup on top 5/5 - delicious, moist pancakes. So delicious! My partner and I each got our own meal and then shared these for dessert. Super decadent and yum. A few small things that could be improved: cutlery and cups could used replacing. Cups looked very used and knives were dull, making it tough to cut a bagel. Can't wait to come back!

    Banana Bread French toast with apple compote
    Anne Marie L.

    Great place for brunch. It's small so there was a long wait to get in, but once inside the food and service were excellent. We ordered the banana bread French toast, the Standard breakfast with smoked tofu and The Ben sandwich which is an egg, sausage, Brie and a spicy mustard on sourdough toast with a side of fruit and hash browns. All three meals were excellent and the coffee was good. The bill came to $74.

    Bison Burger with Home Fries
    Gladys C.

    Came here Sunday around 1PM and it was a full house but there was no line. We waited about 10 minutes for a table of two. I got the burger with a side of home fries (I believe you can also opt for regular fries, taro chips, or potatoes). The burger was yummy - gooey cheese, pea meal bacon, bison patty, caramelized onions and a perfectly toasted bun. It probably wasn't as good aa a burger joint, but still pretty good. My friend got the steak and eggs and really enjoyed it. Presentation was also on point. Service was friendly and quick. I would highly recommend this place and will be back to try the breakfasts!

    Cheesecake
    Hadia G.

    I have been wanting to try this place for while! So happy we did.. it's a small corner restaurant, one way street, you can park on the street for free. Now with Covid they have very limited capacity of 7-8 people.. very friendly waiter.. she was on her own greeting, serving and prepping .. eggs were very fresh and yummy.. cheesecake felt stale and honestly we couldn't finish it.. yet that didn't ruin our experience! We really enjoyed the meals and the sun was lighting the whole space! Supporting local in these difficult times!

    Classy Benny
    Amy N.

    Honestly not as great as I used to remember it. Flavours were mixed with alot of extra herbs which can sometimes be great sometimes not. I got the Classy Benny House smoked and roasted ham, roasted peppers, zesty mornay, basil, house sourdough, poached eggs I don't recall the "roasted" aspect of the meal really but apart from that it was a good eggs benny - didn't quite enjoy the extra spices ans herbs but eggs were perfectly cooked and bread was good. The sandwich(K Mac) my boyfriend got The Ben: berkshire pork sausage patty, cranberry mustard and brie He didn't like it, I took a bite of this and yea... pretty subpar.

    C'est Bon omelette with buttermilk biscuit and salad
    Samantha M.

    Finally made it to Jax for breakfast. After hearing how busy it gets, I made sure to arrive shortly after opening on a Sunday to avoid a crazy rush. Service was quick and friendly- we were seated right away, got prompt refills on our coffees and waters, and our bill came shortly after we finished. I ordered the C'est Bon omelette and my mom had the Balderson omelette, and we split a side of pork belly. Omelettes come with home fries, your choice of fruit or salad, and your choice of bread. Mom had the fruit and sourdough bread, I had the salad and a buttermilk biscuit. The biscuit was so tasty, nicely crisp on the outside but still pretty light- not too dense, and well buttered. I would definitely have it again. The omelettes were good portions. I really liked mine- something about poached pear, caramelized onions and goat cheese with toasted pecans just seems so fancy. I loved it, and the pork belly complimented it really well! The home fries were good too- well seasoned and crispy on the outside. Yum! It is a really small spot, but I think that's great and creates a little FOMO and I think that's part of why it's always so busy and hoppin'! I would come back, and you should definitely try it out if you haven't already!

    Kaitlin E.

    Very cozy spot right on bronson! Friendly staff and accommodating to larger group sizes despite their size! Lots of unique brunch dishes but I found the mixture of spices a bitt too strong for my taste.

    Melissa C.

    This is a great little place! The food is wonderful, full of great unique ingredients td that you would be hard pressed to find elsewhere. I had the Atlantic breakfast sandwich, with cream cheese, smoked salmon, a fried egg and gruyere cheese. Definitely want to come back here and try more things on the menu, plus, their coffee is pretty darn good! I have been back(only once unfortunately) and had the smoked salmon omelette. Sounds a bit odd, but it was absolutely delicious. There is a wait when you come here, but I have yet to be disappointed by what arrives in the plate. Definitely a gem! Keep in mind that parking is tricky to find, so make sure to try to go early for breakfast is you want a prime spot.

    Banana bread on top of home fries.
    Queen O.

    Didn't plan to go out for breakfast, but we are so glad we found Jax! One of the reasons we came is because my husband does not eat pork, and they had a decent selection with that restriction. It was fairly easy to find. The place had a very quaint feel to it. We were seated immediately. After ordering, our food came quite quickly. I was immediately surprised by the presentation of my steak and poached eggs. It had a lovely looking sauce underneath and beautiful pieces on top. I was impressed by the flavor. Although the medium rare was slightly over cooked, the steak was of a pretty good quality and the tart flavor of pickled items was fantastic with it. I was highly impressed. It also came with home fries (which was fairly typical, nothing too special) and a piece of toast. I'd chosen banana bread, and it was delicious. (not a good combination with the sauce and eggs, but perfectly delightful on its own.) Husband's omelette - Brie - was very enjoyable. He says it's definitely one of the best omelettes he's ever had in a restaurant. However, he would have enjoyed having more filling since the edges of the omelette felt lacking in flavor and everything was concentrated in the center. Definitely a place we'll want to come back to, though we are not in Ottawa much. We loved it and consider it a wonderful experience. And for a breakfast place, not much more expensive than typical chain breakfasts. Totally worth it!

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    11 years ago

    Great spot for brunch, unpretentious and simply delicious! Enjoyed the kitchen mac's and even ordered extra bread with Creton...very good.

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    Lousy service. We were left standing there for 20+mins with no acknowledgement. Will never come again. Ada's is a much more lovely place.

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    Broadway Bar & Grill

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    I made this account specifically so I could review this place. I've been going here since I was in…read moreelementary school (I'm 17 now). It's always been a special morning when we got Broadway for breakfast. They're a similar restaurant to Zak's Diner; with great food and their signature Homefries (that could sometimes use a bit more seasoning). You can get their Homefries anytime, even after breakfast, but their quality isn't as good as fresh in the morning. On top of just the food, the have amazing service. The staff is always happy for a quick chat or there for a good recommendation. In terms of speed, it depends on when you come, but provided you know what you want, it can be as little as 5 minutes (the time it'd take to drive to the store). Now to the Ambiance. The place is inspired by NYC's Broadway (specifically their Musicals) so the restaurant's walls are decorated accordingly. Overall, this is one of my favourite restaurants in all of Ottawa, and probably my favourite one for eating breakfast. My only qualm is asking that the Homefries receive more seasoning, but that is something so minor that it shouldn't result in the loss of a star from my review, and similarly it only really happens when I order takeout. Edit: I forgot to mention that from what I've seen, the owners are great people. Some of their staff have worked for over 10 years (some over 20), and they still have good things to say of their bosses (the staff, I mean), which is not something you tend to see. Also, this place is locally owned and operated.

    This spot is always full on weekends. Expect 10-20 minute wait. I took a take 1 ($19.50) 3 eggs…read morewith 3 meat, switch my ham for bacon. Service was quick breakfast was good.

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    ARC Lounge - Trio Santé - granola made in house (which was excellent by the way), fresh cut fruit, and your choice of yogurt (I chose plain)

    ARC Lounge

    3.9(14 reviews)
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    Great service , great ambience! Beautiful layout on the plate…read more Fruit was plain and not fresh, said "it is not in the right season". I hope they can keep up with their quality of food.

    Breakfasted here twice during a weekend trip to Ottawa in November 2014. I was staying at the ARC…read moreHotel and my reservation included a daily breakfast credit at the ARC Lounge. I went pretty early both times and I was the first or second table there. I ordered the Trio Sante (a combination of yogurt, fresh fruit, and house-made granola) on my first visit and the ARC French Toast on my second. Both were excellent - I even dreamt about the french toast for awhile after =P There was just something about the contrast between the soft, rich, custard-like interior and the crunchy, oat-encrusted exterior in combination with a delicate spice, warm maple syrup, and tangy citrus butter... yum. To drink, I tried the drip coffee and a latte - both were average. The decor is modern and clean lines, with some elements from nature. It's bright and sunlight streams in from the windows. Basically, a great setting for a relaxing breakfast. Keeping in mind that both times I was one of only a few people there, service was appropriately attentive - i.e., there when it was necessary and not over bearing. Prices were on the high side, but probably on par with what would be expected in a hotel restaurant. I would come here again if I were staying at the hotel but, truth be told, there are other breakfast/brunch places in Ottawa that are higher on my list of places to go.

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    ARC Lounge - ARC French Toast - oat & cinnamon crusted cranberry focaccia with maple syrup and spiced orange butter. It was amazing.

    ARC French Toast - oat & cinnamon crusted cranberry focaccia with maple syrup and spiced orange butter. It was amazing.

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    Latte. It was OK.

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    The SconeWitch - Poached Salmon on a Herb & Onion Scone with Salad  https://www.instagram.com/the.wanderin.foodie/

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    This place is a bit legendary. Scones and preserves are next level, coffees have also been great on…read moreeach visit. This visit was for breakfast. It's a very limited menu, which isn't an issue, but you should know! Essentially, it'll be one of their savoury scones, with egg and cheese, and ham if you wish. There was also a brunch options which substituted some fruit for the side salad otherwise included, and a side. The one quibble is that for the cost (tax and solid tip in, $60 for two of the Sconewitches and one brunch, and three lattés), you won't leave stuffed...but the food is that good. Not complaining, just advising!

    Pretty excellent scones! While they have a variety of jams available, they didn't have any clotted…read morecream, which was disappointing. I visited three times during my stay in Ottawa, and one morning, only three types of scones were available -- not sure if that happens often. While the lack of variety was disappointing, it was alright, as all the scones were still delicious. Whether you get the sconewitch or just a scone + jam, all good choices. The date and fennel one in particular was a less common flavour that I enjoyed. Soft gooey date chunks and fennel here and there providing a good contrast of textures and tastes. Spacious, well-lit, comfortable space with plenty of seating. I'd love to come back and try all the different things on the menu.

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    4.8(23 reviews)
    2.7 km

    Ratatouille Bistro was exactly what I needed on my February trip to Ottawa. I flew in on Family Day…read moreand everything was closed, so I ended up eating at Starbucks. The next morning I was craving real food and found Ratatouille Bistro online. It did not disappoint. I went back multiple times during my stay. The dishes were incredible. The Short Rib Hash Skillet was rich, flavorful, and comforting with the braised short rib, wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, smoked cheddar, sunny side eggs, and crispy smashed potatoes. The Beef Brisket and Caramelized Onion Benedict on their homemade herb scone was just as good. Both dishes were memorable. The walk through the ByWard Market and Lowertown area in the snow made it even better. It felt cozy and cinematic being bundled up and heading to a French fusion cafe. I loved this place.

    I'm very mixed on Ratatouille…read more The concept is that the chef traveled a lot and learned different cooking styles and blended them into a French fusion. The techniques are good. I just wish that he spent a little more time working in seasoning foods. None of our food was bad but none of it was standout great. I take that back; the ratatouille Wellington did actually taste good if you don't mind readiness in your ratatouille, which I guess I don't mind but don't prefer. Our server was very into food and did a great job describing the dishes. I was a little put off that he sort of sat/leaned his butt on the table next to us while he did so. It was almost too chilly in the restaurant but bearable. 3 stars: If someone else really wanted to go back, i guess I would, though reluctantly.

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    Ratatouille Bistro - Ratatouille Wellington with fries and a salad. It tasted good but what a strange appetizer!

    Ratatouille Wellington with fries and a salad. It tasted good but what a strange appetizer!

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