Guidebook for Gatineau

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Guidebook for Gatineau

Drinks & Nightlife

A two minute walk from the house, this is a local brewery and is a great place to meet friends for a beer or a meal. The food is just ok but the ambiance is nice and it has a great patio.
96 locals recommend
BDT
170 Rue Montcalm
96 locals recommend
A two minute walk from the house, this is a local brewery and is a great place to meet friends for a beer or a meal. The food is just ok but the ambiance is nice and it has a great patio.
Locals of all ages hang out here for drinks and sometimes music. Younger crowd on weekends. It's a cozy space. (Small)
17 locals recommend
Ou Quoi
48 Rue Laval
17 locals recommend
Locals of all ages hang out here for drinks and sometimes music. Younger crowd on weekends. It's a cozy space. (Small)
This street is hopping on weekends and some weeknights. Many restaurants and bars located within this 2 block radius. Farmer`s market on Thursdays from 11 am to 2 pm during the summer months.
9 locals recommend
Rue Laval
Rue Laval
9 locals recommend
This street is hopping on weekends and some weeknights. Many restaurants and bars located within this 2 block radius. Farmer`s market on Thursdays from 11 am to 2 pm during the summer months.

Food Scene

Wine bar owned by award winning Sommelier Véronique Rivest.
52 locals recommend
Soif Bar à vin
88 Rue Montcalm
52 locals recommend
Wine bar owned by award winning Sommelier Véronique Rivest.
Intimate and lively. Great patio. Good food and drink. The owners, a group of locals, are on site working most days with Isabelle serving clients and Manu in the kitchen.
26 locals recommend
Le Bistro
59 Rue Laval
26 locals recommend
Intimate and lively. Great patio. Good food and drink. The owners, a group of locals, are on site working most days with Isabelle serving clients and Manu in the kitchen.
Wine and gourmet pizza on Laval St. A little touch of Europe in Hull.
26 locals recommend
Piz'za-za – restau bar à vin
36 Rue Laval
26 locals recommend
Wine and gourmet pizza on Laval St. A little touch of Europe in Hull.
After work drinks on the patio are very popular, especially on Thursdays. Small bar menu. Rotating art shows monthly. Monthly movies screened outside.
68 locals recommend
Aux quatre jeudis – Café Bar
44 Rue Laval
68 locals recommend
After work drinks on the patio are very popular, especially on Thursdays. Small bar menu. Rotating art shows monthly. Monthly movies screened outside.
Close by greasy spoon breakfast.
18 locals recommend
Cafe Cognac
10 Allée de Hambourg
18 locals recommend
Close by greasy spoon breakfast.
My favourite brunch spot because the food is so good and owners Geoff and his dad Bob are welcoming hosts. Worth the wait if there is a line up.
49 locals recommend
Del Piacere
416 Preston St
49 locals recommend
My favourite brunch spot because the food is so good and owners Geoff and his dad Bob are welcoming hosts. Worth the wait if there is a line up.
Located in the basement of a building the Manx is hard to find but worth it. The food is very good. I love breakfast here (Huevos Rancheros are yum!) and many talented local bands play here. Cozy spot
95 locals recommend
The Manx Pub
370 Elgin St
95 locals recommend
Located in the basement of a building the Manx is hard to find but worth it. The food is very good. I love breakfast here (Huevos Rancheros are yum!) and many talented local bands play here. Cozy spot
Yum yum! Contemporary Mexican plates pair with assorted tequilas Hip spot with a take-out window. Usually very busy. Acoustics, talking & music make it a bit loud but great vibe. They play vinyl!!
168 locals recommend
El Camino
380 Elgin St
168 locals recommend
Yum yum! Contemporary Mexican plates pair with assorted tequilas Hip spot with a take-out window. Usually very busy. Acoustics, talking & music make it a bit loud but great vibe. They play vinyl!!
Delish! Fresh! Owned & served up by a couple from Mexico City there is love in this food. Located in the Byward Market building. Limited table seating. Great stop for lunch when exploring the market!
18 locals recommend
Corazon De Maiz
55 Byward Market Square
18 locals recommend
Delish! Fresh! Owned & served up by a couple from Mexico City there is love in this food. Located in the Byward Market building. Limited table seating. Great stop for lunch when exploring the market!
Delish food. View of the river. The service is on the slower side but you are in Wakefield so chill out and enjoy. In summer go for a swim in the river by the bridge (the local spot).
66 locals recommend
Le Hibou
757 Chem. Riverside
66 locals recommend
Delish food. View of the river. The service is on the slower side but you are in Wakefield so chill out and enjoy. In summer go for a swim in the river by the bridge (the local spot).
Local french fry take out. Greasy and good :) Small fries for just over $2. Just up the road.
6 locals recommend
La Patate Doree
157 Rue Eddy
6 locals recommend
Local french fry take out. Greasy and good :) Small fries for just over $2. Just up the road.
Fresh homemade. Eat in or take out. I love the green curry and pad thai. A bit on the pricer side but I always enjoy it. 5 minute walk from the house along the stream.
7 locals recommend
Épicerie Poukham Traiteur Thai Cuisine
34 Rue Leduc
7 locals recommend
Fresh homemade. Eat in or take out. I love the green curry and pad thai. A bit on the pricer side but I always enjoy it. 5 minute walk from the house along the stream.
Vegetarian's delight! Incredibly delicious and fresh food sold by weight. Mostly organic and local where possible. An Institution.
62 locals recommend
The Green Door Restaurant
198 Main St
62 locals recommend
Vegetarian's delight! Incredibly delicious and fresh food sold by weight. Mostly organic and local where possible. An Institution.
Located in the Hintonburg/Wellington West area this is a vegetarian resto with food sold by weight. I love the chocolate cheesecake for dessert!
28 locals recommend
The Table Vegetarian Restaurant
1230 Wellington St. W
28 locals recommend
Located in the Hintonburg/Wellington West area this is a vegetarian resto with food sold by weight. I love the chocolate cheesecake for dessert!
Coffee. Food. Groceries. Gourmet Food. Close by. Locally owned.
25 locals recommend
Cafe La Brulerie
69 Bd Saint-Joseph
25 locals recommend
Coffee. Food. Groceries. Gourmet Food. Close by. Locally owned.
A locally run co-op where we buy our coffee. Also serving sandwiches and snacks. Good people. Great coffee.
Café La Tierra Coop
75 Rue Eddy
A locally run co-op where we buy our coffee. Also serving sandwiches and snacks. Good people. Great coffee.
Rebecca is the sweetest! And he food is home cooked style. The coconut cream pie is YUM! Every day she makes different food. Check her hours as she is open days only.
Café Eddy
83 Rue Eddy
Rebecca is the sweetest! And he food is home cooked style. The coconut cream pie is YUM! Every day she makes different food. Check her hours as she is open days only.
My fav Chinese resto in town. Try the spicy eggplant or General Tao chicken. The hot and sour soup is good too. And deep fried banana with ice cream.
9 locals recommend
Mekong
637 Somerset St W
9 locals recommend
My fav Chinese resto in town. Try the spicy eggplant or General Tao chicken. The hot and sour soup is good too. And deep fried banana with ice cream.
Vegetarian. I have yet to go but I hear it is amazing!
36 locals recommend
Pure Kitchen Westboro
357 Richmond Rd
36 locals recommend
Vegetarian. I have yet to go but I hear it is amazing!
Food (great breakfast at Stone Face Dolly's), gelato, coffee, Nicastro's food market and strolling around. Close to Dow's Lake.
64 locals recommend
Little Italy
64 locals recommend
Food (great breakfast at Stone Face Dolly's), gelato, coffee, Nicastro's food market and strolling around. Close to Dow's Lake.
Bakery, restaurant and my favourite bread! Everything here is yum yum! Just across the Chaudiere bridge this place is hopping on weekends so expcet a line up.
131 locals recommend
Art-Is-In Bakery
250 City Centre Ave
131 locals recommend
Bakery, restaurant and my favourite bread! Everything here is yum yum! Just across the Chaudiere bridge this place is hopping on weekends so expcet a line up.
My preferred pizza in Hull and they deliver. Can request thin crust and are known for their special sesame crust (which you have to request) - it's yummy!
Petit Dakar
188 Bd Saint-Joseph
My preferred pizza in Hull and they deliver. Can request thin crust and are known for their special sesame crust (which you have to request) - it's yummy!

Shopping

Local wares (clothing, pottery, jewellery +), shoes, treasures and more ca be found at this locally owned shop. Beautiful wares, excellent customer service and reasonable prices for handmade items.
13 locals recommend
Boutique Le Local
144 Rue Eddy
13 locals recommend
Local wares (clothing, pottery, jewellery +), shoes, treasures and more ca be found at this locally owned shop. Beautiful wares, excellent customer service and reasonable prices for handmade items.
Big shopping centre downtown. Walkable from house but perhaps best to take car or taxi if you plan to shop :) Parking downtown is about $12 to $18 per day. Less on weekends and evenings.
589 locals recommend
Rideau Centre
589 locals recommend
Big shopping centre downtown. Walkable from house but perhaps best to take car or taxi if you plan to shop :) Parking downtown is about $12 to $18 per day. Less on weekends and evenings.
Shopping centre close by.
43 locals recommend
Les Galeries de Hull
320 Bd Saint-Joseph
43 locals recommend
Shopping centre close by.
Pharmacy close by.
9 locals recommend
PJC Jean Coutu
15 Bd Montclair
9 locals recommend
Pharmacy close by.
A co-op, this is an excellent outdoor and sport store. I believe you can also rent outdoor equipment here.
29 locals recommend
MEC Ottawa
366 Richmond Rd
29 locals recommend
A co-op, this is an excellent outdoor and sport store. I believe you can also rent outdoor equipment here.
Another outdoor shop with kayak and canoe rentals.
Trailhead Paddle Shack
2148 Carling Ave
Another outdoor shop with kayak and canoe rentals.

Everything Else

Beautiful architecture, designed by Douglas Cardinal. Wonderful exhibits. Lovely location. Within walking distance.
545 locals recommend
Canadian Museum of History
100 Rue Laurier
545 locals recommend
Beautiful architecture, designed by Douglas Cardinal. Wonderful exhibits. Lovely location. Within walking distance.
Tasty dessert or snack. Deep fried pastry. Classic thing to try when in Ottawa. My fav is the Kilaloe Sunrise (sugar, lemon and cinamon).
59 locals recommend
BeaverTails Byward Market
69 George St
59 locals recommend
Tasty dessert or snack. Deep fried pastry. Classic thing to try when in Ottawa. My fav is the Kilaloe Sunrise (sugar, lemon and cinamon).
In the summer go for a swim in the river. (the local spot). Walk in off the little beach. There is a current so be mindful. Swim up river and then let it float you back down. Get out & do it again.
61 locals recommend
Wakefield Covered Bridge
45 Chem. de Wakefield Heights
61 locals recommend
In the summer go for a swim in the river. (the local spot). Walk in off the little beach. There is a current so be mindful. Swim up river and then let it float you back down. Get out & do it again.
Short walk from the house en route to Byward Market. Winterlude and Canada Day events take place here. Across street from Museum of History.
58 locals recommend
Jacques Cartier Park
285 Rue Laurier
58 locals recommend
Short walk from the house en route to Byward Market. Winterlude and Canada Day events take place here. Across street from Museum of History.
Aside from it being the seat of government in Canada, there is free yoga on the Hill every Wednesday from noon to 1 pm during the summer. Sponsored by Lululemon. Limited yoga mats available for use.
891 locals recommend
Parliament Hill
Wellington Street
891 locals recommend
Aside from it being the seat of government in Canada, there is free yoga on the Hill every Wednesday from noon to 1 pm during the summer. Sponsored by Lululemon. Limited yoga mats available for use.
This is the provincial wine store. There are many locations, one of which is walking distance on Portage St. You can also buy (cheap) wine and beer at corner stores. There is one one block away .
22 locals recommend
SAQ Sélection
31 Boul du Plateau
22 locals recommend
This is the provincial wine store. There are many locations, one of which is walking distance on Portage St. You can also buy (cheap) wine and beer at corner stores. There is one one block away .
This is a neighbourhood just across the Chaudiere bridge. Funky boutiques and restaurants. Great to walk the street and browse.
38 locals recommend
Hintonburg
38 locals recommend
This is a neighbourhood just across the Chaudiere bridge. Funky boutiques and restaurants. Great to walk the street and browse.
There is a pool and yoga, pilates and sports classes at the fitness centre of the University.
16 locals recommend
University of Quebec Outaouais
283 Boul Alexandre-Taché
16 locals recommend
There is a pool and yoga, pilates and sports classes at the fitness centre of the University.
Just over the Chaudiere Bridge then up Preston to Somerset. Bright natural lit pool, steam room, hot tub, fitness classes and more.
26 locals recommend
Plant Recreation Centre
930 Somerset St W
26 locals recommend
Just over the Chaudiere Bridge then up Preston to Somerset. Bright natural lit pool, steam room, hot tub, fitness classes and more.
This place is amazing! Go during week days for quietest time. Busy on weekends but always a treat! Just 3 or 4 hours does so good for mind, body, spirit. Go alone or with a friend. 15 minute drive.
312 locals recommend
Nordik Spa-Nature | Chelsea
16 Chemin Nordik
312 locals recommend
This place is amazing! Go during week days for quietest time. Busy on weekends but always a treat! Just 3 or 4 hours does so good for mind, body, spirit. Go alone or with a friend. 15 minute drive.
Great restaurants. Mekong is my fav. Shanghai is fun - karaoke and more.
71 locals recommend
Chinatown Ottawa
675 Somerset St W
71 locals recommend
Great restaurants. Mekong is my fav. Shanghai is fun - karaoke and more.
Chocolate, vanilla, maple cinnamon...and much more! Just the perfect amount of icing for the cupcake - enough for each bite! Buttercream icing is rich but not too sweet. Second location: Richmond Rd.
8 locals recommend
The Cupcake Lounge
6 Byward Market Square
8 locals recommend
Chocolate, vanilla, maple cinnamon...and much more! Just the perfect amount of icing for the cupcake - enough for each bite! Buttercream icing is rich but not too sweet. Second location: Richmond Rd.
Just across the Chaudiere Bridge is a local yoga studio with a variety of classes for all levels. Devinder has created a lovely spa like feeling at her studio.
16 locals recommend
PranaShanti Yoga Centre
950 Gladstone Ave
16 locals recommend
Just across the Chaudiere Bridge is a local yoga studio with a variety of classes for all levels. Devinder has created a lovely spa like feeling at her studio.
Within walking distance you can swim here in summer, picnic or relax.
34 locals recommend
Lac Leamy
34 locals recommend
Within walking distance you can swim here in summer, picnic or relax.
OC Transpo bus station and access to Ottawa transit system. One bus to airport and train stations as well as to West and East ends of Ottawa.
Lebreton Station
OC Transpo bus station and access to Ottawa transit system. One bus to airport and train stations as well as to West and East ends of Ottawa.
Great neighbourhood near the Canal, Carleton and Ottawa Universities. Walk down the street while browsing the local shops and restaurants.
86 locals recommend
The Glebe
86 locals recommend
Great neighbourhood near the Canal, Carleton and Ottawa Universities. Walk down the street while browsing the local shops and restaurants.

Arts & Culture

For art lovers. Within walking distance or a short taxi ride.
552 locals recommend
National Gallery of Canada
380 Sussex Dr
552 locals recommend
For art lovers. Within walking distance or a short taxi ride.
World class performances - theatre, dance, music.
346 locals recommend
National Arts Centre
1 Elgin St
346 locals recommend
World class performances - theatre, dance, music.
The best place to see local music in the area. Just up the highway from our place. The seating is restaurant seating...but it is the bands which are booked here which make it so amazing.
106 locals recommend
The Blacksheep Inn / Auberge Le Mouton Noir
753 Chem. Riverside
106 locals recommend
The best place to see local music in the area. Just up the highway from our place. The seating is restaurant seating...but it is the bands which are booked here which make it so amazing.
Movies in English and French.
54 locals recommend
Cinema Starcite Gatineau
115 Boul du Plateau
54 locals recommend
Movies in English and French.
Local French theatre. Plays change regularly. Short walk from house. Beautiful quite spot in behind for picnics, reading or be in nature.
30 locals recommend
Théâtre de l'Île
1 Rue Wellington
30 locals recommend
Local French theatre. Plays change regularly. Short walk from house. Beautiful quite spot in behind for picnics, reading or be in nature.
I don`t go to the Casino but for those who do, it is very close by. They also have entertainment and a couple of restaurants.
199 locals recommend
Casino du Lac Leamy
1 Bd du Casino
199 locals recommend
I don`t go to the Casino but for those who do, it is very close by. They also have entertainment and a couple of restaurants.
Local site for seasonal festivals such as Bluesfest, Children`s Festival and more. 20 minute walk from house.
11 locals recommend
LeBreton Flats
11 locals recommend
Local site for seasonal festivals such as Bluesfest, Children`s Festival and more. 20 minute walk from house.
Home of the Sens and venue for many arena concerts.
136 locals recommend
Canadian Tire Centre
1000 Palladium Dr
136 locals recommend
Home of the Sens and venue for many arena concerts.
This French theatre is currently under renos but I am listing as it is a great place to see French Theatre. Re-opening in January 2016.
La Nouvelle Scene Gilles Desjardins
333 King Edward Ave
This French theatre is currently under renos but I am listing as it is a great place to see French Theatre. Re-opening in January 2016.
Art galleries, dance studios and more this is an art hub in Ottawa. Soon to undergo expansion it is a lovely discovery.
9 locals recommend
Arts Court
2 Daly Ave
9 locals recommend
Art galleries, dance studios and more this is an art hub in Ottawa. Soon to undergo expansion it is a lovely discovery.
Local art gallery within walking distance from the house. Just across the stream and Montcalm.
9 locals recommend
AXENÉO7
80 Rue Hanson
9 locals recommend
Local art gallery within walking distance from the house. Just across the stream and Montcalm.

Essentials

A 10 minute drive up Allumetieres, you can find all kids of stores around here - Winners, Bouclair, Super C and a movie theatre.
31 locals recommend
Provigo
1 Boul du Plateau
31 locals recommend
A 10 minute drive up Allumetieres, you can find all kids of stores around here - Winners, Bouclair, Super C and a movie theatre.
Local bakery also carries some cheeses, homous and quiches etc. Love the lasagna!
18 locals recommend
Le pain d'alain
53 Bd Saint-Joseph
18 locals recommend
Local bakery also carries some cheeses, homous and quiches etc. Love the lasagna!

Sightseeing

Take a walk in nature. Ride a bike. Rent a canoe or a kayak. Skate on the Rideal Canal Skateway in winter. Sit on a bench and relax. Have a picnic. Enjoy the beauty.
191 locals recommend
Dows Lake
1001 Queen Elizabeth Driveway
191 locals recommend
Take a walk in nature. Ride a bike. Rent a canoe or a kayak. Skate on the Rideal Canal Skateway in winter. Sit on a bench and relax. Have a picnic. Enjoy the beauty.
Take a walk in nature. Ride a bike. Cross country ski. Hike. Have a picnic. Enjoy the beauty. The entrance to the park is minutes away from the house.
23 locals recommend
Gatineau Park Pathway
Sentier du Parc de la Gatineau
23 locals recommend
Take a walk in nature. Ride a bike. Cross country ski. Hike. Have a picnic. Enjoy the beauty. The entrance to the park is minutes away from the house.
Located in the Glebe and situated between the Canal and Bank St., this recently re-developed location features a Whole Foods, Winners, movie theatre, sports store, banks and much more.
196 locals recommend
Lansdowne Park
Marché Way
196 locals recommend
Located in the Glebe and situated between the Canal and Bank St., this recently re-developed location features a Whole Foods, Winners, movie theatre, sports store, banks and much more.
A beautiful location for a picnic or afternoon in the park.
Britannia
A beautiful location for a picnic or afternoon in the park.
A gorgeous location along the Ottawa River featuring Inukshuks created by local artist John Ceprano.
Remic Rapids
A gorgeous location along the Ottawa River featuring Inukshuks created by local artist John Ceprano.