Thanks Amanda for letting me know about this hidden gem! We started going here once a week on weekends to try to find some normalcy during these times. The staff are really friendly, I really enjoy the drip coffee here and the food is pretty good too. From the baked goods, to the sandwiches, the K-dogs is what you have to try. Korean style pogos are pretty good with beef, cheese and beef and cheese k-dogs. The space is really nice and they have a lot of various things for sale, just ask the staff, they've sold me some of their decorations! Thanks for treating us well! read more

Coffee is great but the breakfast/hot food is mid. The oatmeal raisin cookie is very good though! Cute spot to catch up with a friend or do some work. read more

Drip House - Cafes Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

I was so excited when I heard that there was a place in my area that had K-dogs (Korean Corn Dogs). Unfortunately, my experience was less than stellar. The wait was over 30 minutes for a K-dog and 20 minutes into the wait they told us they ran out of hotdogs so we had to get an all cheese corn dog or veggie corn dog. Ugh! So the place is ultra hipster, lol. It has an industrial vibe to it. Prices are on the high side. It was $11.99 for a K-dog. My husband also got a Decaf Americano ($3.50). So we ordered a Half n Half "The Works" K-dog, which is a half mozzarella cheese, half hotdog corn dog topped with Okonomi sauce, Kewpie mayo and bonito flakes. I asked them to go light on the Kewpie and they obliged. Service was friendly. Our visit was during the Covid-19 Pandemic and the staff were regularly disinfecting high traffic areas like the door handles, which I appreciated. They also limit the number of people inside, so since our order was to go, they asked us to wait outside, and they would bring the order out. Fine by us. It was technically Spring, but still chilly out. They brought out my husband's Decaf Americano quickly, which he appreciated as it kept him warm. He offered me some, but he drinks his coffee black (which for inscrutable reasons I find an attractive quality in a man, but it's not how I like my own coffee, lol). However, we waited 20 minutes before the staff member who took our order came out and advised us that they ran out of hotdogs and we could either have all cheese or half cheese and half veggie dog. We opted for all cheese. It took another 10 minutes for us to get our food. The cheese was very plentiful and had extraordinary pull, lol, but it was almost too much cheese (can't believe I'm actually typing those words in that order, haha). I would have definitely enjoyed it more if it was a half hotdog and half cheese corn dog. The toppings were good. The Okonomi sauce was slightly sweet and the Kewpie mayo was creamy and I loved the marine taste of the bonito flakes. Those who dislike fish might want to stay away though. The bonito flakes had a definite fish smell and taste to them. The breading was crispy and I'm glad I got to try the K-dog, but I personally found it overpriced for what it was. The inside is cool looking and it would actually be a great place for a date once this Pandemic is over. Note, the address is on Parkdale but the physical location is at the corner of Spencer and Hamilton. We had a hard time finding it until my husband spotted the sign with an arrow pointing towards the cafe as we crossed Parkdale and Spencer for the second time looking for it. Street parking only. read more

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Really nice cafe with cool design/decor. The coffee and baked goods are pretty good, and they have a good size menu for things like breakfast bowls, sandwiches, etc. A bit pricey but worth it as a treat! I had a spanakopita and a cappuccino, recommend both! read more

Drip House - Bar area - Cafes Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

Very cute spot/hidden gem. Managed to snag a table on their patio. Had to wear a mask to order inside and was surprised by the nice decor and aesthetic. Loved all the plants. Would've preferred if they moved their menu to the right side since you have to line up that way - just harder to read past the cash register. Good selection of drinks, teas, sandwiches etc. Ordered their iced cold brew and k-dog (half and half aka half cheese half hot dog with the works aka bonito flakes and terimayo, but they also have a seaweed topping option and regular ketchup option) for approx. $15 total. It was very yummy! read more

Drip House - Half and half k-dog with the works - Cafes Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

4.5 out of 5 for: (Full disclosure: This is a friend's business but so proud of them that I think I should add my public praise.) - it is swanky inside; tastefully decorated; whenyou step inside, you get the vibes that you want to stop in for a while - friendly & knowledgeable staff - an array of good & not so sugary drinks; their barista can also whip you up your choice of handcrafted drink - have yet to try their tapas-style size foods - the baked goods are yum from Ichiban Bakery - Note: visit can be pricey IF you try all of the things e.g., handcrafted drink + tapas read more

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An airy "sub basement" space with lots of ground level windows, black and white photos and hung art makes this a great place to pause for a coffee. They have pastries as well as some non pastry options for food. Coffee is good. Staff are attentive and fun to chat with. Would I return? Yes Would I recommend? Yes read more

Very cute, I've always gone to do work and never ended up in a seat without a plug. Wifi works well, and the service has always been fine. Great coffee and I really enjoyed my falafel sandwich. read more

I don't drink coffee, but I've been wanting to visit this gorgeous little coffee shop for awhile. My husband's been the one doing small, in-person grocery trips and errands, so I had barely left the house in a couple of months. Drip House was the first place I had gone into since the pandemic started. Glad I was wearing a mask because it's a much smaller space inside than I expected. I ordered and paid, then was asked to wait outside. There's plexiglass around the counter as well, card payments only. The patio was full and it was busy with takeout orders. There were quite a few people who got there right after me, but only a few came back outside while others waited inside. It didn't take too long to get my order, maybe under 10 minutes. I had first K-Dog! A K-Dog is a Korean corn dog that they only serve on weekends, Friday to Sunday. I got Half and Half (half beef hot dog, half mozzarella), topped with bonito flakes, Japanese mayo, and Okonomi sauce. The top was cheese, so I decided to let it cool for a bit before doing a sweet cheese pull with my (sanitized!) hands instead of burning my mouth. The dough/coating was SO crispy and the bonito flakes were perfect to give it that smoky, salty unami. I'm not big on sweet-tasting sauces, so I could've gone without the Okonomi sauce, but it was a good amount and I can see how it's popular. The bottom half with the hot dog was what you'd expect and not too salty itself. The cheese was amazing and there was lots of it, which was everything I wanted and more! I only found out recently that it's a Filipino-owned business, though I half expected it because of the Philippine Brand juices sold at the front, which you don't see very often. I'll have to go back soon, especially since they just started an "R&B Thursdays" series this week. They're serving a new Filipino/Hawaiian rice bowl every Thursday from 6 to 9pm. They also have a dope R&B playlist on Spotify to match (link in their Instagram bio). So glad to see Filipino food and businesses popping up in Ottawa in the last few years! read more

Drip House - Half & Half K-Dog (Korean corn dog) with half beef hot dog and half mozzarella, topped with bonito flakes, Japanese mayo, & Okonomi sauce - Cafes Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

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Easy parking on the street, friendly staff and the place is clean and tidy. I had a caramel latte and it was great. My friend enjoyed her coffee. We had a good and chill time! read more

Drip House - a dining area with a long table and chairs - Cafes Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

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Honestly wish I could give this place six stars. The food is really great, the falafel sandwich was next level tasty! We also LOVE going to the Chinatown location for drinks, the atmosphere is incredible. The music is awesome and staff seem really knowledgeable about the cocktails! Head to driphouse day and night. read more

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Great modern atmosphere, and very good coffee, their hummus dip is a great shareable snack. And I love the attention to details in their decor and display... elegant spot to grab a coffee and a small bite read more

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Grabbing a cold drink in a hot afternoon after buying veggies from the farmer's market. Went in too late to have many choices for treats. The special drink looked pretty, better than it tasted. Limited outdoor seating. It could get fairly busy read more

Drip House - Iced Americano & xxxx sunrise? - Cafes Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

Very nice new coffee place in The neighbourhood. Very cool sunken space and of course great coffee.

I was there Saturday February 8th at 1 pm and we left around 3:30 and spent a decent amount of money. I wasn't crazy about the long table seating. But what I really disliked was a girl sitting across from us, obviously listening to our conversations, got up and went over to the counter, and made fun if us. This was especially insulting because the person she spoke to was one if the employees who proceeded to laugh at our expense instead of doing any number if more appropriate things. I was planning to have a monthly group meet up here, but will not do this, and all 5 of us will never set foot in there again. I doubt the others who did not make will go either (theres usually 7-8, sometimes 10 people) Cheers read more

Super nice spot! Great for coffee and a quick bite, lovely latte art! Service is fantastic, really friendly and social staff. Vibe is great for remote work (not the best if you need a silent spot though for meetings) or just hanging out with friends. Rotating art work displayed throughout the year and a variety of events after hours! Def recommend read more

Yes, it is another hidden-gem-Ottawa-Coffee-Shop. Take place in one of the wide comfy banquettes, have the delicious falafel salad (see my picture), a warm coffee and chill out with your computer or favourite book. read more

Drip House - Cafes Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

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Decided to spend the day in Ottawa and this was our first spot to get a coffee and quick brunch. We ordered the La Bamba sandwich and the Avocado Salmon toast. Both were loaded with ingredients (they did not cheap out on the salmon). Food was so good we didn't even get a chance to take a picture. Great first visit! read more

Probably the best lunch café in Ottawa by a mile. I ordered a Bernie sandwich, with a falafel salad, and a peach/mango drink. Everything was made fresh when we ordered it. The sandwich was very clean, bread was tasty, loved the combo of the pesto mayo with the Havarti cheese and turkey. The falafel salad has award-winning potential. The falafel was crisp on the outside, with a soft, flavorful center as I bit into it. The kale and red onions were clean, crunchy, and washed well. The dressing brought the salad all together very well. The peach/mango drink was very refreshing. Not too sweet, just right. The waitress/cashier was very kind as well and spent time talking to us about the interior decor, menu items and fresh ingredients. Excellent lady, gave incredible customer service! Like I said, this is by far the best café/sandwich/salad place in Ottawa. read more