Headquarters, Byward Market - Ottawa

This is a lovely brunch spot in downtown Ottawa. The ambiance was relaxed, and there was excellent entertainment. The food was delicious, and the service was decent. They offer a variety of options, including vegetarian dishes. However, I was a bit taken aback to see a 15% gratuity added to the bill automatically for a table of three.

However, my missing stars are due to the food. I ordered the breakfast sandwich, and it was nothing exceptional. The potatoes looked like they would be crispy but turned out to be soft and quite underwhelming. The rosemary bread was nice, though. We also ordered the chicken wings and requested the sauce on the side, but they were served with the sauce mixed in anyway. We didn’t ask for it to be corrected because we were in a hurry. The menu mentions a 15% gratuity added to the bill, which doesn't bother me personally, but I know some people might want to be aware of that.

I absolutely love this place! I've visited several times for brunch on my own, and it's the perfect spot for people-watching. The servers are incredibly friendly, and the atmosphere is just great overall. And let's not forget, the food is really fantastic!

I ordered the Avocado on Toast served on white sourdough, accompanied by home fries, along with an iced caramel latte and an iced matcha latte. Everything was delicious for brunch, and the service was excellent!

The atmosphere is pleasant and there's great entertainment, but the service leaves a lot to be desired. My friends and I encountered a very rude waitress who had an attitude, which was quite off-putting. It's worth noting that there are only four dinner options on the menu, and unfortunately, the pasta was disappointing. I expected the four pasta dishes to be outstanding, but I can make a better Alfredo at home, and the chicken was completely unseasoned. I honestly can't recommend this place. I ordered a sweet drink, but the waitress brought me a spicy margarita, claiming it would be sweet. Additionally, they automatically add a 15% tip to the bill, which seems ridiculous given that the service was not good, and I wouldn't have tipped her at all. It was a real letdown, and sadly, all my friends share the same sentiment.