Guidebook for Ottawa
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Scotiabank
1427 Carling AveConvenient ATM nearby
Saint Paul University
223 Main StWalking distance to Saint Paul University.
LCBO
160 Elgin StFive minute walk to LCBO.
Caisse populaire Rideau-Vision d'Ottawa - Centre de services Cartier
Closest Caisse Populaire.
Main Cleaners
Dry cleaning service
Unified Fitness
394 Main StGym, with personal training available.
LBR TRAINING
66 Main StGym, with personal training available.
Only You Esthetics
94 Hawthorne AveVery close beauty salon.
Phat Moose Cycles
98 Hawthorne AveBicycle shop, higher end bikes.
Cyco's
25 Hawthorne AveBicycle rentals available, great for touring along the canal.
Pretoria Bridge
Rideau CanalDentists' office, just in case you need it.
Main Haircutters
64 Main StBarbershop.
Main Chiropractic
186 Main StChiropractic clinic - hopefully you don't need it, but it's here.
Rideau River Nature Trail
Rideau River Nature TrailGreat walk along the river
My place is a short walk (less than 10 minutes) from the U of O.
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University Of Ottawa
75 Laurier Ave. EMy place is a short walk (less than 10 minutes) from the U of O.
Drinks & Nightlife
Royal Oak - Canal
221 Echo DrGreat pub, just staggering distance away!
St. Louis Bar & Grill
399 Elgin StRib joint.
Great joint for cocktails - my personal favourite bar in town. Very lowkey atmosphere, they have a good whiskey selection and can mix up a great Old Fashioned, Martini, or Manhattan.
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The Waverly
339 Elgin StGreat joint for cocktails - my personal favourite bar in town. Very lowkey atmosphere, they have a good whiskey selection and can mix up a great Old Fashioned, Martini, or Manhattan.
Essentials
Loblaws
64 Isabella StConvenient for shopping!
Food Scene
The Green Door Restaurant
198 Main StGreat vegetarian restaurant.
Call them at 613-565-0341, they're super-close. Quick delivery, or save a couple bucks and pick-up.
3 for 1 Pizza
62 Main StreetCall them at 613-565-0341, they're super-close. Quick delivery, or save a couple bucks and pick-up.
Best Greek food in town. Ridiculously fast delivery. Call them at 613-235-0056. greekonwheels.ca
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Greek On Wheels
3 Hawthorne AvenueBest Greek food in town. Ridiculously fast delivery. Call them at 613-235-0056. greekonwheels.ca
Café Qui Pense
204 Main StGreat Cafe, close by.
Great pub / restaurant. Their weekend brunch is a real winner, but get there early or you'll wait in line.
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The Manx Pub
370 Elgin StGreat pub / restaurant. Their weekend brunch is a real winner, but get there early or you'll wait in line.
Elgin Street Diner
374 Elgin StOpen 24 hours - portions are huge!
Slice & Co.
399 Elgin StreetGreat pizza joint.
Shopping
3 Trees
202 Main StUnique gift shop on main street.
Watson's Pharmacy
192 Main StVery convenient pharmacy, with a Canada Post location as well.
The Emporium
47 Main StGreat classic furniture / homeware shop, right next door!
Dixie Dairy Stores
101 Main StConvenience store. Though I'd recommend walking to the Loblaws instead.
Singing Pebble Books
206 Main StIndependent bookstore.
Entertainment & Activities
Great way to spend an afternoon, family-friendly.
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I-Museum yaseCanada yezolimo
240 McLeod StGreat way to spend an afternoon, family-friendly.
Jack Purcell Community Centre and Pool
320 Jack Purcell LnCommunity center and public swimming pool.
Arts & Culture
Old Town Hall Community Centre
61 Main StCommunity centre, classes available for registration.