Located in the Byward Market this charming little dessert shop specializes in croffles (croissant +…read morewaffle hybrid). This was my first time having a croffle, but as a croissant lover, I definitely enjoyed this more than a regular waffle since it had that flaky texture of a croissant. The croffles were a treat to have, and made fresh after you place your order so it's still warm when it gets served. There are a number of flavors/toppings to choose from, and a few simple drink options (water, tea, coffee, pop) . We ordered the Strawberry and Buenos flavours. The person behind the counter was friendly, and the interior was quite cute with its black tables and chairs, and pink walls.

The Hubby brought me home a Nutella croffle and it was DELICIOUS. I've never had anything like this…read morebefore. The bottom was crispy and caramelized with tons of Nutella drizzled on top. When he showed me what he got me, I put my nose up to it and said "just a waffle" This is not just a waffle , it's croissant pastry baked in a waffle iron, which takes it to a whole other level in the dessert game. By the time I devoured it, it was cold, but I think I prefer it this way. Def going to make a stop in when I'm in the area.

This was an excellent place to stop for a cool drink (both temperature and ingredients) on a hot…read moreafternoon while strolling around Byward Market. The menu displayed very large pictures of all the interesting foods and drinks available here. The tea and chai drinks are delicious. The foods were tempting. We did not order any, but we saw several delivered to customers at nearby tables. Service was polite, friendly, and prompt. Along one of the walls in the dining area, there was a bulletin board where satisfied customers were encouraged to write messages on post-it notes. I guess this would be their equivalent of a Yelp page? There were over 200 notes posted, and barely room for ours. Apart from the fact that you have to actually come in to see them, it's another testimonial to how good and popular this place is.

Sharpfle Waffle in/near the ByWard Market on York St ended up being such a standout stop for me in…read moreOttawa. They specialize in croffles and coffee and both were honestly delicious. The croffles were light, crisp, buttery, and had that perfect balance of texture and flavor that makes you forget you were even trying to avoid carbs in the first place. Totally worth it. When I walked in there was plenty of seating and the space felt warm and inviting. It has a relaxed cafe vibe where you can actually sit down, unwind, and get a little work done without feeling rushed or crowded. The service was friendly, everything tasted fresh, and the atmosphere made it easy to linger. It's a great little spot to treat yourself and recharge while wandering around Ottawa. I would definitely go back.

I introduced my friend to this cafe as he never been here before and he loved the place. The area…read moreis quite busy but that didn't stop us from having to wait too long in line to order. The area is clean as there wasn't any mess on the table or the bathroom. It was hard for us to choose what to order as there was many options to picked. There is different style of pastry, croissant, macaroons, cake, bread, ice or hot drinks and etc.

Cute little cafe with lots of pastries and savoury goods as well. We came here for the drinks and…read morewas a bit overwhelmed with how good the pastries looked (didn't know which one to try!) Ended up getting the pistachio and Dubai chocolate croissant. As for the drinks, we got the matcha and the Hojicha with espresso shots. They serve coffee from Hatch (which is probably one of my favourite back in Toronto). Unfortunately, we didn't get to try the croissants fresh but they were still tasted buttery and flakey. The flavour and sweetness was the right amount (perfect for my Asian tastebuds). The drinks were also really good! It was pretty busy inside but there's plenty of seating (might not be great if you want to chill and study but great for hanging out with friends). Service was good, staff is friendly and our order was made fairly quickly. I would come back and try other things on their menu if I'm ever around the area.

Salute! This cute little Italian gelato spot is right downtown Ottawa. The woman working was nice…read moreand quick! She recommended "all the flavours" so I went with the two caramel options...chocolate and chocolate chip. While my son took the fruit options and went with mango and strawberry in a cone. They were all delicious...the caramel chocolate chip was definitely my favourite. Highly recommend!

Very good cold treats…read more The food here was spectacular because the milkshakes and the ice cream are home made and there are a lot of good options on the menu. The service and the staff here were very polite and friendly to people. The restaurant was very modern and clean. For the reasons I have stated in this review, I highly recommend and encourage everyone to visit this parlour for good food and good service and staff.

The barista knows their stuff - latte art, perfect espresso, and enough charm to make you smile…read morebefore your first sip.

Was recommended this croffle house by a friend. This location looked like a house repurposed into a…read moresmall cafe, really cute with a small patio up front. Offers both savoury and sweet croffles with assorted flavours. Cinnanmon and sugar croffle - The closest to a plain croffle. A good blend of flavours. The croffle itself was pretty good. Buttery, a light crunch, not fluffy. I think I still prefer a traditIonal waffle. Nice to try.

Really enjoyed getting a churro from here! We got to sit outside and enjoy the ambiance of the…read moreByward market. The staff were friendly. There's an order for 2 filled churros, of which my friend and I took one of each. We went for the dulce de leche sauce (caramelized milk). It only took a few minutes to get our order, and the churros were still very warm. Really good combination of fried dough and sauce that hit the mark. I'll recommend La Catrina to anyone craving pastries.

I love churros and have been wanting to try out this place since they opened and finally got to…read moreyesterday. I got 2 traditional churros for $5 to share with my mom. They were super crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, not too sweet, with a hint of cinnamon. I'm a fan! The place is over 2 levels and the upstairs was empty when we went, so it was great to sit, relax and chat. The man serving us was really nice. They also serve coffee, other sweets, and sandwiches. Lots of "Day of the Dead" artwork covering the walls. The artwork is also for sale. Washrooms are upstairs and very clean. I'd love to come back and try their other foods.

I stopped by Juliano's by the Canadian Museum of History a while ago tried their Chicken Panini…read more(Poulet Mariné) and Pistachio Gelato. The pistachio gelato had a good flavour and texture, and it's definitely worth trying. The owner was extremely nice as he offered to go out in the rain with me to help me find something I lost (after I left the restaurants hours earlier). Overall, I'd give them 8.8/10

My husband and I went here for some gelato/ice cream and it was fantastic!…read more I got a small gelato ($5 taxes included) and I was thrilled that I was able to pick 2 flavours. I got mango and pistachio. I liked that they put the flavours side by side and not on top of each other. They also really filled up the cup so the portion size was excellent. The mango flavour was really potent, which I loved. The pistachio flavour was rich and nutty, which I also loved. They didn't have too many flavours, but a good mix of fruity and chocolate/caramel/etc. I would definitely get gelato here again. My husband got a soft serve ice cream dipped in S'mores. Omg! The S'mores dip was so good. It was chocolatey and had mini dehydrated marshmallows in it. My husband ordered a large ($5 taxes included), but I think they gave him a small because it looked small and they only charged him for a small ($4 taxes included). That's ok, we should be moderating our intake of sweets anyway, lol. The ice cream was rich and creamy. The dips are an extra $1, so you can get soft serve without dips too ($3 for a small and $4 for a large, inclusive of taxes). Service was friendly. We went during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Staff were wearing masks, physical distancing rules were in place, and there was hand sanitizer by the entrance. There are picnic tables and patio tables out front. Free parking in the private parking lot.

The Short Version: Local juice shop with several locations…read morethroughout Ottawa. Their double fudge brownie, although pretty basic, is reasonably priced at just $2. The Long Version: I've been to several locations of Juice Dudez and their fruit smoothies are pretty legit, albeit expensive. This particular location is in the Byward Market and close to my current workplace. I went back to my desk after lunch recently and saw that my lovely coworker got me a little treat from our nearby Juice Dudez. It was their double fudge chocolate brownie ($2). How sweet is that?!? I'm so lucky to work with such great people! The brownie was moist and chocolatey. I enjoyed it. It wasn't a fancy brownie, pretty basic, but good for what it was. And in an time where some cafes charge $6+ for a brownie, the ones at Juice Dudez are pretty reasonably priced. My coworker said hers had a bit of a strange aftertaste, but mine tasted fine to me, lol. They also sell waffles and chocolates, in addition to juices and smoothies. Street parking only. Review #75 (2026)

Great place for a fruit smoothie. I had the "5 Egyptian mango " smoothie. I didn't know there are…read morefive types of Egyptian mangos but they tasted great! The guys working are very friendly.