Guidebook for Ottawa
Food Scene
One of the most creative burger spots in Ottawa - a must visit in the neighborhood (plus they're halal)
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Burgers n' Fries Forever
329 Bank StOne of the most creative burger spots in Ottawa - a must visit in the neighborhood (plus they're halal)
In love with this place - it's basically sushi rolls and bowls, but with really unique ingredients. I always bring friends here because it`s a crowd pleaser.
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Burrito Sensei
199 Bank StIn love with this place - it's basically sushi rolls and bowls, but with really unique ingredients. I always bring friends here because it`s a crowd pleaser.
ThimbleCakes- Cupcakes, Cakes and Icecream
369 Bank StGreat cupcakes. Enough said.
Wilf & Ada's
510 Bank StGREAT BRUNCH PLACE.
Drinks & Nightlife
Check out the facebook page - they have special events every week! Plus with being so close, you can go get your stamp early and then head back home so you avoid the lineups.
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Babylon
317 Bank StCheck out the facebook page - they have special events every week! Plus with being so close, you can go get your stamp early and then head back home so you avoid the lineups.
Good for live music in the evenings or brunch during the day!
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Atomic Rooster
303 Bank StGood for live music in the evenings or brunch during the day!
Shopping
Herb & Spice Food Shop
375 Bank StFor natural foods/wellness!
Bellwethers Vintage
9 Florence StGreat vintage selection!
A beautiful little shop with lovely owners where you can pick up products made by Indigenous artists
Beaded Dreams
426 Bank StA beautiful little shop with lovely owners where you can pick up products made by Indigenous artists
A great little Indian boutique full of colourful clothes, tapestries, jewellery & home deco.
Aziz And Company Handicrafts Ltd.
365 Bank StreetA great little Indian boutique full of colourful clothes, tapestries, jewellery & home deco.
Arts & Culture
Some great shows hosted here - and the architecture is historic.
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Barrymore's Music Hall
323 Bank StSome great shows hosted here - and the architecture is historic.
This is def the place to see shows/plays/music/dance - and the NAC often has discounted prices, especially for students. Ask me about this if you need a hand finding deals.
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National Arts Centre
1 Elgin StThis is def the place to see shows/plays/music/dance - and the NAC often has discounted prices, especially for students. Ask me about this if you need a hand finding deals.
The biggest gallery in Ottawa. There is free admission every Thursday from 5–8 pm and great exhibits. Even the architecture of this building is a piece of work. Plus, lots of things to do outside. The 'Nepean Point' behind the gallery is a great place to sight-see day or night, and there's an outdoor arena that's beautiful to sit in out front.
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I-National Gallery of Canada
380 Sussex DrThe biggest gallery in Ottawa. There is free admission every Thursday from 5–8 pm and great exhibits. Even the architecture of this building is a piece of work. Plus, lots of things to do outside. The 'Nepean Point' behind the gallery is a great place to sight-see day or night, and there's an outdoor arena that's beautiful to sit in out front.
Essentials
Hartman's Your Independent Grocer
296 Bank St Also has a Wine Rack inside
A bit pricier than the Independent around the corner - but lots of fresh and organic options. Plus there's an alcoholic beverage section and a Nutella Cafe attached! Plus open an hour later than the Independent
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Farm Boy
193 Metcalfe St A bit pricier than the Independent around the corner - but lots of fresh and organic options. Plus there's an alcoholic beverage section and a Nutella Cafe attached! Plus open an hour later than the Independent
Glamour Nail & Spa
98 Bank StThis is where I go for nails - great prices!
Entertainment & Activities
These escape rooms (there's a few in the area) are so much fun and great for family and small to large group activities
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Escape Manor - Downtown
292-A Queen StThese escape rooms (there's a few in the area) are so much fun and great for family and small to large group activities
Best Cineplex experience in Ottawa - and the Lansdowne complex itself is full of great restaurants,a park, and shopping.
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Cineplex Cinemas Lansdowne VIP
325 Marché WayBest Cineplex experience in Ottawa - and the Lansdowne complex itself is full of great restaurants,a park, and shopping.
Getting Around
This is the transit way stop with buses travelling around the city
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Slater / Bank station
This is the transit way stop with buses travelling around the city
The 6, 7, and 11 buses travel down bank street and take you downtown or to the South or West ends.
Bank / Somerset station
The 6, 7, and 11 buses travel down bank street and take you downtown or to the South or West ends.