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THE BOOKMARK OTTAWA

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Ah Ottawa, the Canada’s Capital and its region. some will say that this city is a bit flat, but on the contrary. It is a city in full bloom. We think of it’s future O-Train, his gastronomy that is constantly evolving, it’s new hotels, in short. A wonderful mix of new and old.

WHERE TO EAT IN OTTAWA

FAUNA

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Fauna is all you love: eating and drinking with friends and family in a beautiful space A seasonal map and they support farmers and local producers. Amazing wines, delicious food and a short walk from downtown.

Address 

425 Bank Street
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K2P 1Y7

CHEZ EDGAR

Small but so delicious restaurant offering pastries, salads and seasonal sandwiches for lunch and weekend brunch. You can not miss this place if you are visiting the National Capital Region.

Address: 

60 Rue Bégin
Gatineau, QC
Canada
J9A 1C8

Discover the website here

ATELIER

Open since 2008, chef Marc Lépine’s restaurant won in 2020 the 32nd position in the ranking of “Canada’s 100 Best”, one of the best restaurants in the city in this ranking. While most restaurants remove tasting menus from their menus, you will find a 12-course menu on the Atelier one. To discover.

Address: 

540 Rochester St.
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K1S 4M1

ART IS IN BAKERY

A Bakery where the brunch are a must. In a corner a little lost in the western part of the capital, but that is totally worth the detour. Everything is delicious there. Lineups are not rare.

Address: 

250 City Centre Ave. Unit 112,
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K1R 1C7

WHERE TO DRINK IN OTTAWA

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BAR LAUREL

Here, it is Spain that is featured with tapas. From 15 to 20 wines by the glass are offered every day. From the Niagara Pearl Morissette to several Spanish wines, the local side blends well with ingredients from elsewhere.

Address: 

1087 Wellington Street West
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K1Y 2Y4

NORCA RESTAURANT & BAR

One thing that Canada’s Capital likes is this mix of perfect dishes and well executed cocktails. Something we find in a few places in Canada. A hotel bar like no other.

Address: 

30 Avenue Daly
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K1N 6E2

ZOE'S LOUNGE

Located in the Fairmont Chateau Laurier, Zoe’s Lounge is the perfect place to relax. One of the most popular places on the Parliement Hill. Superb place where cocktails and trays fit perfectly. Hard to ask better.

Address: 

1 Rideau Street
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K1N 8S7

OÙ LOGER
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FAIRMONT CHÂTEAU LAURIER

Recently renovated, the Fairmont Château Laurier regains its leading position in the city landscape as the luxury hotel of the National Capital. Located downtown, its Fairmont Gold floor has been fully re-imagined and now boasts 69 rooms and suites to a total of 429 rooms. A must.

Address: 

1 Rideau Street
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K1N 8S7

LE GERMAIN OTTAWA

Discover a haven of peace in the downtown area. A boutique hotel with personalized service. In addition, you can extend your stay in the National Capital with no fixed departure time if you book directly on their website, a big plus.

Address: 

30, avenue Daly
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K1N 6E2

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET

New contemporary hotel in the National Capital. Located, as the name says, near the ByWard Market, the 200-room hotel also boasts the city’s highest rooftop terrace. Modern, urban, it imposes a wave of novelty in the city.

Address: 

325 Dalhousie Street
Ottawa, ON
Canada
K1N 7G1