This places gets busy around lunch time! The food and coffee seemed reasonably priced. I got a…read moremedium roast drip coffee, which was about $3.

3 1/2 stars if only I could grant halfsies. It's a reasonably big shop, with adequate seating…read moreinside, as well as a patio, where there is not enough escape from the sun. Seating at the tables at the back are uncomfortable. Having said all that, we have been here a few times; it's pretty good. The food is good with a varied menu. The service is also good. For this visit, we got together with a few friends and it was nice seeing everyone; ie: the company was also good. Unfortunately on this day, it was hugely hot outside, and with all the bad luck of bad timing, this was the day the air conditioner conked out! One thing I like about them is that they serve a nice variety of beverages, as well as good food which is not pre-fab; in other words, they actually have a kitchen. It serves the residents of the neighbourhood well. I am likely to go back.

This is one of my favorite stops in Ottawa. Whether you need Ane ice cream, bakeshop or coffee fix,…read morethey got you covered. High quality ice cream with rotating flavours. Yum. And many spots to sit outside in nice weather. Baked goods are hard to resist. Small but mighty selection. Everything is good! Coffee is reliably well made, and the cozy seating area is great on a cold day. What I love about inside is the low key quirkiness, from old hair salon chairs to snow shoe art, I usually spot something I've never noticed before. They do also have a small light lunch type of menu, and anything I've ordered from that has been tasty. Staff are top notch - well versed on the product, always genuine, and efficient. It's a little gem hidden away in the neighborhood. In summer, parking can be a challenge, and the ice cream line looks daunting. But good things come to those who wait, and the line moves at an efficient pace.

This is such a great place for people watching, and it's located next door to an ice cream shop. I…read moremet a friend here to catch up, as we haven't been able to meet up for so long because of COVID. The day was hot and sunny, but pleasant in the shade at the seating outside. I purchased half a pound of coffee. To go. The lineup was out the door and down the steps for ice cream! Cyclists and joggers made their way here. Service was courteous, and we appreciated the fact that an employee came out to wash down the tables periodically.

Always nice to have a chance to enjoy coffee and a treat. I think this location is the best in…read moreOttawa. Staff is knowledgeable and courteous. Store and restrooms are clean and well stocked. Great signs and attractive displays Coffee is good (be better if they offered Almond Milk for Lattes) They do have Oat milk and Soy The treats are plentiful and varried They offer Granola cereal and great bread Seating is comfortable and plenty I'll be back Today I tried a"Stollen" Excellent Stollen also known as 'Christstollen' is a German pastries. Sweet cake or bread studded with candied fruits and nuts. Bridgehead makes them on site by hand

I love Bridgehead; their coffee, the food, the service - it's spot on! And every location sells…read moretheir bread and pastries at half-price after 5:00 pm. Of all the coffee shops in town, I believe I like Bridgehead food and beverages the best! This location has a unique shape (but what doesn't, at Pinecrest!) - it's sort of a lopsided U-shape; lots of windows with tables snuggled up to get the best of the sunlight. And plenty of seating. It was quiet here this evening, with only 2 other patrons at separate tables. Surely they get busy during the day, even with the competition in easy walking distance - including Ikea!! The staff was friendly and helpful, even suggesting a less sweet maple latte, and recommending the discount pastries. They're open 'till 9:00. I look forward to coming back!

The fam and I stumbled into Equator coffee that replaced Starbucks in Indigo. I am not a Starbucks…read moregirl. I will purchase Starbucks if its my last resort as a treat, but I find their baked goods/food uninspiring and overpriced. I also do not enjoy their coffee, and don't even get me started on their refreshers, its basically full of ice. ANYWAYS, this is not a Starbucks review. Equator was a breath of fresh air. The interior was clean and bright, with the most amazing, cheerful staff. They carry Suzy Q donuts which we did order (oreo and blueberry fritter, both amazing) and the hubs grabbed a flat white. The drink menu is on the smaller side, which I like. Too many options confuse me. I like things to be simple. They also have some prepared foods like sandwiches, and some bowls. I did notice a chickpea salad bowl, which I will have to try next time. Only downside, is this place is so popular that with the many tables around, there was no seating. I stood eating my donut, until we luckily had a table open up a couple bites in. I would love if they added some bar stools around the barista station. There are some outdoor tables, but it was a chilly day. I CANNOT wait for Equator to open at the Indigo on Ogilvie.

Very cute and demure café with a cozy and unique vibe! Though seating is quite limited to half of…read morethe store, it's still a peaceful sitting environment. From the beautifully decorated walls with cherry blossom paintings to the owner's very own toy collection (which im incredibly jealous of), my inner child was satisfied! They have very special tasty drinks and food on their menu. The bubble egg waffles are made fresh and slightly warm, pairing well with the cold scoop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate drizzle. The smoked salmon also was not fishy whatsoever and OUUU don't get me started on the deluxe chicken waffle sandwich. It was our first time trying it and we thought the chicken would we wrapped in an egg waffles shell, but surprise! They added a very warm and soft bread ON TOP of the egg waffle. Tbh i'm usually not the biggest fan of plain white bread and was afraid that it'll be stale or chewy, but I'm gonna hold your hand when I say this- it was literal perfection. Beyond the soft chicken, inside the sandwich has pickles, lettuce, and mayonnaise. The dirty coffee was also so YUM, but it can be pretty heavy. It's sweet from all the chocolate drizzle and slight cream on the top, but pairs well with the coffee at the bottom- just make sure that after you take the first sip, to stir well! But warning- might not be ideal for those who are black coffee fanatics and don't have the biggest sweet tooth!

The drinks are unique and fabulous. Desserts are delicious. The dirty coffee is decadent. Great…read moreservice and ambiance.

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

Exvellent customer service. Friendly, engaging staff. makes the coffee experience even more…read moreenjoyable.

Was visiting from out of town and stumbled across this gem of a coffee shop. Excellent latte,…read morebeautifully presented and a delightful scone as well. I was a but puzzled by the throngs of teenagers present on a weekday at noon but I quickly noticed the high school across the street. They left when lunch break was over and zen was restored. :) Overall, a lovely shop, don't hesitate to try it out!

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.

Dao is a great place to stop in and grab some baked goods. It is on the pricier side but I think…read moreit's worth checking out if you're in the area. Plus, their croissants are big in size and are great for sharing. Their place is beautifully decorated with lots of seating. The workers were kind and friendly. We ordered the Croissant au Pistachio Rose and the Dubai Chocolate Croissant. Both had the perfect amount of flakiness and softness. The Dubai Chocolate was decadent while the Pistachio Rose was nutty with a delicate taste of floral.

We like drinking Keurig coffee as well as using the Keurig machine to make coffee from our own…read morechoice of ground coffee. In the past we had to go to several locations in the city to buy some of coffee blends that we preferred. Back in January we came across an article about Personal Service Coffee in Kanata that offered over 500 varieties of kcups. My wife and I visited the store and were in total amazement at the setup and the selection. There Wall of Coffee is really amazing, It's like a candy store experience but for coffee drinkers. What I personally like about Personal Service Coffee is the fact they have such a huge selection of kcups that no one else in the city offers. Plus they offer some really nice premium blends that are definitely not available anywhere in Ottawa. The super cool factor about buying coffee there is that they offer individual kcups, that means yo can mix and match any variety of coffee you want. My wife prefers the milder blends, I however prefer a more rich and bold coffee. They have fair trade coffee and blends from all over the world. We usually pick up a box of a preferred coffee like the Nantucket blend from Green Mountain but I then mix and match on Sumatran, French Roast, Blue Jamaican, Kona, and a few others. Nick and Louise are the owners and they go out of their way to make you feel welcomed in the store. Oh and before I forget, every time you go to Personal Service Coffee you are offered a free coffee of your choosing, freshly brewed for you on the spot, yikes, I love it. I waited a few months to make a comment about them because I wanted to see if they were going to live up to their promise and so far not disappointed. If you live in the Ottawa area especially Kanata and the surrounding areas like Stittsville, Carp, Nepean the drive is quick and well worth going there. I told a few friends on the other side of Ottawa in Orleans and they said it was really worth driving for the selection. Anyways, this was a good find and a much needed store because the other places selling kcups are so tied into the limited choices that are just boring and finally we can choose and pick like our US counterparts can, a real treat. for me its even better because I live just minutes away . . .yippie. Popin and ask for Nick or Louise super nice people.

I consider myself a sort of tea / coffee aficionado. It takes something very special to impress me…read more Like, for examples, the 450+ varieties of coffee laid out neatly along the wall of the showroom at Personal Service Coffee. The place is family-run. They offer you a free hot drink when you come in, whether you have spent money with them and only came in to look around. A great way to try something before you buy it. I found the prices to be very reasonable and you don't have to buy the whole box. You can mix and match different coffees. The variety of blends and roasts packaged in KCups is the greatest I've ever seen.

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)

This is my new favourite coffee spot in Ottawa, simple clean, but they serve the best coffee :)…read morethey are very friendly, they also serve dessert from local bakeries. They do not have wifi if your looking one! I tried their grilled cheese nothing special.. it's their coffee that is super good.