Before heading to Ottawa VIA station in the morning, we wanted to get some food to eat in the train…read more(food in train is toooo expensive for the quality!). We were staying in Byward market area. Then I found this place - highly reputed among locals for its sandwiches using high quality deli meat and condiments from eastern Europe. They are open at 9am! Perfect! Nice little deli with one table in the store. Take-out spot. We got the following: # Turkey sandwich: Thick cut, generous turkey slices (taste like actual tender turkey breast) with lettuce, pickle, tomato, mayo, mustard, and roasted red pepper spread. Paired with smoked cheese slice. It was DELICIOUS. What set this apart from other sub/sandwich places is the use of roasted red pepper spread. It is a game changer. Bread (Kaiser) is fresh, crispy on the outside, slightly sweet and light interior, perfect for the rich meat slices. # Schnitzel sandwich: Pork schnitzel topped with sauerkraut salad and served on a toasted Kaiser. This was a bit disappointing - the schnitzel was very hard and dry. However, the sauerkraut salad and again, the roasted red pepper spread was perfect accompaniment. # Homemade Vienna cheesecake: Delicious!!! $2.99 per cake, homey taste. Fresh and light, with a hint of orange. Although I expressed negative for their schnitzel this time, I still want to rate 5. Affordablity, quality of cold cuts, selection of bread and choice of toppings and seasoning, and pleasant and efficient customer service- they do have something very special that I really want to recommend here highly. This place will be our go-to place. A must-visit in Byward!!!

European store located in the Byward market. This store has lots of different departments…read moreavailable. They have ready to go food such as perogies, potato salad, goulash. They also have a deli where they sell various cold cuts and sausages. They also sell sandwiches! They have a varieties of European goods such as jams, mustards, cheeses etc. They carry European candy (milka chocolate..yum), coffees, bread. They also have deserts such as fruit cakes. Over all, great place to pick up some euro groceries. The food is good quality. The staff is very friendly and very knowledgeable on the products in the store.

High quality meats and conversation from an experienced and passionate butcher makes this my…read morefavourite place for meat in the Ottawa area. Burgers are great in summer. A full range of steaks and cuts. Chicken tender and freshly prepared. Pork loin and a revolving range of sausages. Easily put in a special order and your wish is served. The recent aging cabinet makes for extra flavour for those special occasions. If you are at a loss then ask and you'll hear great ideas for the range of meats available. Plus pure stocks (without sugar) and other local seasonal goodies. Have the pleasure of supporting a local business without paying over the odds to get locally sourced meats farmed for health of beast and man.

I came to get a rib steak and to try out their quality of meat. The service was really helpful and…read morefriendly; they really know their meat! I wanted a smaller piece, so the person working cut me a smaller piece from the big piece of beef. The beef itself was aged well, but could have been more tender. I'm not in a hurry to try it again (I felt Saslove's meat quality was much more tender), but as for the beef's flavour, it was more pronounced. They also have a bone broth station, which I tried. I got the beef broth (more expensive to make than chicken), and added seaweed, scallions, and salt/pepper (to taste; I like that the broth doesn't have salt already)! It was a perfect cup of goodness on a cold day.

TLDR: Excellent butchery, market and deli. Tasty sandwiches, cool products and welcoming staff…read more Around The Block Butcher and Market opened up at this location on Feb 21, 2024. Prior to that they were on Cobden Rd (and this space on Centrepointe Dr was the Centrepointe Deli and Shake Shake Bubble Tea). The store sells raw meats, but also so much more. They sell frozen foods, deli meats, sandwiches, baked goods, snacks, and drinks too. On my first visit, I stopped by for a sandwich. Their menu changes daily, but I believe a few items are always available. I got the ATB Club Sandwich ($12.50). It had real pieces of chicken breast, thick cut bacon, lettuce and tomatoes. The default condiment is mayo, but I asked for mustard instead. It comes on a rectangular crusty bread. The sandwich was delicious, but a bit messy to eat, lol. The chicken pieces fell out of the sandwich and the lettuce is shredded, so the lettuce fell out of the sandwich too. Or maybe I'm just a messy eater, haha. My only complaint is that the sandwich was a bit small. I was definitely still hungry afterwards. So on my next visit, I supplemented my sandwich with a soup. I got the Roast Beef Sandwich ($14) and the Short Ribs and Vegetables Soup ($7). I enjoyed the roast beef sandwich less than the club because the sandwich was so oily. I don't know if they brushed the bread with oil but it was dripping oil. The soup was also on the oily side and the meat had pieces of fat and gristle. I enjoyed my first visit much more, so will likely just stick with the club sandwich. I did bring a colleague on my second visit and she got the Deli Trio Sandwich ($12), which she enjoyed. She also got the same soup as I did. They have Wagyu beef jerky! I've never seen that before. They also had lots of interesting brands and flavours of chips that I haven't seen before. They have cool drinks too, like sparkling botanical water from Collective Arts Brewery. Staff were very friendly and welcoming and ensured everyone was served in a timely manner. Free parking available in the shared parking lot with other businesses. (91)

This is the place to get your meats as well as tasty treats. They offer a wide range of meats and…read moreother fresh and store-made products. Dave, Chantel and their chefs and staff are amazing. They are unique and offer so much. Love the bone in chicken breasts. They bake beautifully, and are always super moist. Other favourites include strip loin steak, frozen pizzas, Perth pies, fresh made sandwiches, and sausage rolls. The almond croissants are a gastronomic delight. Keep up the fantastic service.

Absolutely recommend this place that's bringing old-European vibes to Barrhaven!…read more We tried the Greek sausages and the kielbasa and they were both excellent. You can also pick up a bag of frozen perogies to serve alongside sausages. Tip: if you order a steak, you get a free potato!

Who doesn't love an old school butcher shop where you get to actually talk to the butcher! Pete and…read moreGus is under new management and the new owner, Case, knows exactly what it takes to keep the customers coming back. This ain't no corporate store so they take care of you and get you the meat you want, the way you want it! Don't have it in the display, they will get it for ya. I recently asked for a prime rib and was really particular how I wanted it cut etc and they did it perfectly and had it ready for me when I went in. If you're in a rush, they have pre breaded pork schnitzel that you can take home and fry in under 6 minutes and you have yourself a quick dinner. Their pepperettes in the fridge are really nice as well.

And I have never dealt with so many rude people and all my life even though it's Christmas and they…read moremay be under pressure. There's no reason to treat customers for being rude and inconsiderate. Just wanted to do an order and set. The order wasn't available until January 15 which is fine. I could see that it that they were very busy because of the Christmas rush, but they've lost my business for being rude on the phone and I will never deal with these competitively ever again if I want rude people, I could find it really good other places to go to for that, but like I said, they lost my business and seven other people of my family agreed that they're not ordering from them either

Top quality food and service!…read more Prices are amazing and they are considerate of elderly clients.

The Piggy Market is a cute little shop in Westboro that sells meats, cheeses, baked goods and…read moreprepared foods. It's definitely boutique-y as opposed to bargain-y if you know what I mean, lol. My husband loves their Jamaican beef patties, which are "homemade" as opposed to the highly processed stuff sold at supermarkets. I personally find them too greasy, but they are very flakey and filled with more meat than any other Jamaican beef patty I've ever seen! Their donuts are just ok, in my opinion, nothing remarkable. If you like European-style potato salads, I think you might like the potato salad at Piggy Market. The potatoes are firmer and it's less mayonnaise-y than North American potato salad. Their prepared meals are good to grab and go, but a bit pricey for what they are, in my opinion. For example, their vegetarian poke bowl is $14.50, which is about the same price as freshly prepared and customizable vegetarian bowls elsewhere. Pricing, aside, the food at Piggy Market is generally tasty. Staff are friendly and welcoming. The shop is on a side street off the main drag. It's right by Winston Square, so when the weather is nice, you can eat at Winston Square. Street parking only.

After years of searching, today I found the ultimate Jamaican-style patties in Ottawa-Gatineau. To…read moreme, The Piggy Market (bakery, deli and craft butcher shop), located in Canada's National Capital Region's Westboro neighbourhood, is making Jamaica proud! Over many, years my Jamaican born family members and I have scoured Ottawa-Gatineau, Miami and Jamaica looking for a Jamaican-style patty that can be described as 'nyam-ing' perfection. The Piggy Market delivers! How do they achieve this? I believe that it's all about their quality ingredients, mouth watering recipes, impactful blend of spices (flavourful heat) and a pastry shell that screams , "I am Jamaica Proud!" Today we visited for the first time and tried the Beef patties and Jerk Chicken patties. We're saving our next visit for Oxtail patties and any other patty menu items that we have yet to try. Every week The Piggy Market highlights a unique specialty patty on their menu. Note to the wise. Call in advance to find out what's available--what's on the patty menu that week.

The best Halal meat shop in Ottawa by far! They're meat is always fresh and they always have the…read morebest variety and options to choose from. The Bastarma is my favourite I have ever tried, they make it themself and their Kibbeh Naye is also the best. 5 star all around, highly recommended.

Over the past two years I've been introduced to Lebanese and Italian cuisine thanks to my…read moreboyfriend's families. The best of both worlds I say! Al-Oumara just opened a year ago (I believe) and since then, they've grown from a 2-3 person team to more than 7 people. Although Lebanese food was introduced years ago with the Shwarma food chains, Al-Oumara provides customers with a Schwarma take-out counter, but with more delicious options and platters. A mini grocery store, customers can buy freshly butchered meat, freshly made pre-packed or bulk salads and spreads, desserts, and I've even become acquainted to their beverages including Bonjus that comes in a triangular juice box and Kazouza a sparkling juice drink. I'll never forget the couple of times when they gave me a free dessert on the house or when they gave me pita bread from their bakery because they were sold out on their shelves. A family owned and run business that makes you feel like you're part of the family.

I love these guys. Been going there many years and will continue to go. I lived in the neighborhood…read morefor many years. They have the best meat, period. No where else has better !

10 out of 10. Al Jezeera has my fav Bosnian food, ćevapi! So tasty!…read more Burgers and chicken sandwich so tasty too! You must visit this place. I look forward to grand opening. so far so good! Yummy!