Korosh's Guidebook
Food scene
Gezellig
337 Richmond RdHead out to Westboro for a night out.
ByWard Market
Diverse range of fresh daily cuisine.
Shawarma Palace
464 Rideau StBest shawarma in the city.
El Camino
380 Elgin StCool vibe, great selection of tacos, and delicious drinks.
Riviera Ottawa
62 Sparks St.Feel like splurging? One of my favourites.
Great diary free and gluten free options. Reasonably priced with great portions.
16 locals recommend
Fiazza Fresh Fired
86 Murray StGreat diary free and gluten free options. Reasonably priced with great portions.
Stella Luna Gelato Cafe
1103 Bank StBest gelato in the city
Meow Tea
279 Elgin StMeow tea features the tiny bear teas.
Fairouz Cafe
15 Clarence St.Delicious Mediterranean cuisine.
Moxie's Grill & Bar
1976 Ogilvie RdClose by if you're really hungry.
Gongfu Bao
365 Bank StBest bao in the city. Vegetarian options.
Talay Thai
511 Bank StDelicious Thai food
Pili Pili Grilled Chicken
205 Dalhousie StBBQ chicken!!
Mamma Teresa Ristorante
300 Somerset St WItalian 🍝
Activity
If it's a nice sunny day, head over to the beach for a picnic or to check out the falls at Hog's back which is minutes away.
59 locals recommend
Mooney's Bay Park and Beach
2960 Riverside Dr.If it's a nice sunny day, head over to the beach for a picnic or to check out the falls at Hog's back which is minutes away.
It's a beautiful place for views and great hidden gem to have a picnic or walk.
31 locals recommend
Prince of Wales Falls
It's a beautiful place for views and great hidden gem to have a picnic or walk.
For a variety of activities head over to Lansdowne. There are local night markets, restaurants and events all year long.
196 locals recommend
Lansdowne Park
Marché WayFor a variety of activities head over to Lansdowne. There are local night markets, restaurants and events all year long.
National Arts Centre
1 Elgin StCasino du Lac Leamy
1 Bd du CasinoCanada Science and Technology Museum
1867 St. Laurent BlvdFairmont Château Laurier
1 Rideau StNeighbourhoods
Family oriented neighborhood. Many parks within steps of the front door. Hockey rink, basketball courts, soccer fields, and greenery in arms reach.
In less than 5 minutes, walk towards Blair rd to reach a patio, convenience store or a takeout pizza resto.
Pineview
Family oriented neighborhood. Many parks within steps of the front door. Hockey rink, basketball courts, soccer fields, and greenery in arms reach.
In less than 5 minutes, walk towards Blair rd to reach a patio, convenience store or a takeout pizza resto.
Visit Rockcliffe marina for a day out on a patio or for a leisurely walk in one of Ottawa’s oldest neighbourhoods.
28 locals recommend
Rockcliffe Park
Visit Rockcliffe marina for a day out on a patio or for a leisurely walk in one of Ottawa’s oldest neighbourhoods.
Sightseeing
Go tour the Capitol of Canada and enjoy a beaver tail while you're walking around.
891 locals recommend
Parliament Hill
Wellington StreetGo tour the Capitol of Canada and enjoy a beaver tail while you're walking around.
Historical part of Ottawa during all four seasons. Take your skates in the winter or brings some comfy shoes in summer for a nice long walk around the canal.
215 locals recommend
Rideau Canal
Historical part of Ottawa during all four seasons. Take your skates in the winter or brings some comfy shoes in summer for a nice long walk around the canal.
Traveler advice
Getting around
O-train
Get to the centre of the city in about 10 minutes riding the O-train, which is about a 10 minute walk from the front door.