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    The Crusty Baker

    4.4 (22 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    THE CRUSTY BAKER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Mimi J.

    I went to North Grenville/Kemptville for a daytrip, and I really enjoyed the takeout I got from the crusty baker! I chose a sandwich, soup, and a couple of baked goods. I was most impressed with the baked goods; the butter tart was indulgent, and the scone had great flavour. I would prefer baked goods instead of the savoury food; I found the sandwich could have had more volume of toppings, and the soup was a small portion for $6.50. However, service was very friendly and helpful! I will return for baked goods when I am back.

    Sean M.

    Had stopped in for lunch and had the soup and sammich du jour. the sammich was a pickled roasted red pepper with baby spinach and brie cheese with some sicy salami and tomato on some great crusty italian bread. Very tasty. Some might find the salami slightly spicy. The soup du jour was so good. A home made chicken and leek soup. Great flavor! $16 before tip with a baguette of rosemary and sea salt. Definitely will be back.

    Eccles

    I fully concur that the breads are fabulous. I have done the soup and sandwich lunch numerous times and enjoyed the creativity of the menu that changes daily. I have also loved the crepes whether morning or afternoon- regular or savoury- as a main or dessert. So far a seat has been available whenever I have visited though at times space seemed at a premium. Breads amongst the best I have tasted. Even better is a soup you rate as topnotch and then return again for a 10.

    Pheasant and apple soup and pulled pork half sandwich!! Yummmy!!

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    Great food and the guy at the front has the greatest customer service ever. Good job all around and the curry chicken sandwich was awesome!

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    Review Highlights - The Crusty Baker

    Perfect antidote to the crappy food you are exposed to on the typical 401 journey between Toronto and Ottawa.

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    Wok House - Almond Guy Ding. Delicious!!

    Wok House

    4.5(13 reviews)
    35.7 km
    $$

    This now turns out to be my favourite, out of the 2 (YES, two!) Chinese restaurants located in the…read moresmall town of Prescott - which has roughly 5,000 people. Both have run similar models since the 3+ years we have lived here, and probably since COVID started in 2020: this model being take out only. By offering this model, they have managed to keep both locations in business, and the citizens of Prescott sane. I have heard that both were operated by... brothers? Cousins? Not sure, but they were related. I used to like the other restaurant better, until recently, when both opened for dine-in as well as continued take out; I had ordered a dish at the other place that I had liked better than here (however, to be fair, I cannot know recall what that dish was! Time to sample and compare again.) On the other hand, I have also heard that both locations have recently changed hands, so we shall see what the future holds. We recently had cause to dine in at this restaurant, and they were accommodating for our group of 11 or 12 people. Service was pleasant, if a bit flustered; one waitress was serving all the guests in the restaurant. Once the other diners were taken care of, and her attention was focused on us, things went more smoothly. The food was good, and the service was attentive from this point forward. There were even a few bits of the meal packaged to take-home (so I guess Chinese take out never really goes out of style!) I loved the decor here; we were in the 2nd dining room, where our chatter would not interfere with the other guests. The space is nicely decorated. There's even an old fireplace in this room. I look forward to going backnto dine in.

    Just went there again this week. Excellent food and portions are great. Lots of variety but I have…read moresome dishes that I love so I haven't tried everything. Never had a bad meal. New renovation looks amazing. Expect there will be many dine-ins once again. New owners are friendly and welcoming.

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    Wok House - Our small combo (already took a Wonton, sorry)

    Our small combo (already took a Wonton, sorry)

    Wok House - Special Fried Rice, and its loaded

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    Special Fried Rice, and its loaded

    Stone Soup Foodworks - Dahl soup and chicken taco

    Stone Soup Foodworks

    4.0(4 reviews)
    45.1 km
    $

    So wow - after all the build up I feel bad giving this truck a 3! But please understand, a 3 is…read moreA-OK! I liked it, I just didn't love it. The food is high quality - often locally sourced and organic. Dahl soup was tasty, with just a hint of heat from the spice. Chicken taco filling was tasty but... and I think this is where I'm struggling... I am realizing that I really don't like soft tacos. Something about the texture of the taco itself puts me off. I'm sitting here trying to decide if I'm being fair giving them a three because of my preference for taco shells. I guess what I'm saying is: take my review with a (proverbial) grain of salt. Would love to see a garbage can and recycling bin put out. Since they are located on the UOttawa campus during school year, plan to bus/walk to get there. (Parking is a pain during the week.) If you get off at Campus Station 2B, Sweetpea (the truck) is really close by. (Don't take my word for it though - things change, so make sure you check on that.) Staff was great. They have 2 tables and about 6 chairs for people who want to sit and eat for a bit. Would I return: Yes. I'd love to go again when it's not Taco Thursday, to try to get a different menu item. Would I recommend: Yup - if you like healthy choices that are locally sourced and organic, this is a great option.

    I know it's good - but all sold out today :(…read more Went to Bite This instead, support'n those trucks with my Belly !!!!

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    Stone Soup Foodworks - Sweetpea!

    Sweetpea!

    Stone Soup Foodworks

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    3 Bears Gluten Free Bakery & Cafe - Oreo covered with chocolate on a stick

    3 Bears Gluten Free Bakery & Cafe

    4.4(48 reviews)
    64.7 km
    $

    Don't come here expecting fresh food. From what I observed and experienced it's all frozen patties,…read moretoasters, and microwaves. The staff were friendly enough, but never asked how my food was so I didn't tell them. I feel very disappointed in my experience here. They have a large selection of nachos so I tried them. Weirdly enough it's all chicken based but honestly, it felt like a 10-year-old made my nachos. Almost no meat of the affirmed frozen reheated variety- and it wasn't what the young staff said it was. She said it was "grilled chicken breast cut up." It was a breaded frozen patty and not much of it too. A handful of shredded cheese un-melted from its quick pass in the microwave hiding under a whole bunch of wet iceberg lettuce and one or two small pieces of jalapeños. This was really just a suggestion of nachos. But for $15, I would've expected something more quality. Perhaps if I had gotten a coffee and a pastry and played a board game this place would've been the bees knees. I would not suggest it unless it's the only thing open which on this Sunday in Potsdam, which it was. Update: I just read the other reviews for this place. I should've read them prior to coming as I would have looked elsewhere. They really should do better. It could be a wonderful spot. The menu is extensive. If you can't prepare a lot of food well, don't. Try preparing smaller menu VERY WELL. IMHO UPDATE 2: I had upset stomach all afternoon and evening within an hour of eating here

    Popped in on Friday for the first time with my partner. The place smelled amazing. I have a bit of…read morea sweet tooth and couldn't decide what I wanted. The staff were so nice. We picked out several items to bring home: a scone, lemon cupcake, chocolate cupcake, a chocolate raspberry parfait, a raspberry bomb, and a brownie with peanut butter icing. We also both each got a smoothie, one blueberry, honey, Greek yogurt and a strawberry banana. Unbeatable flavor with the smoothies. So many different ingredients and the price was very reasonable! The treats were so very good. The peanut butter icing on the brownie was a little too sweet for my taste but omg still so tasty. The raspberry in the parfait was also too sweet (for our taste) but again, the flavor was SO good. I could not believe how tasty all these things were. I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for something sweet and gluten free. It's so hard to get a really good gluten free treats around here and this is the place you can get them! This is my new favorite bakery! Also.. LGBT+ love and inclusion. They also do lunch items that I haven't gotten to try yet, but such a reall, REALLY tasty looking menu for those. I'm looking forward to going back and trying more items!

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    3 Bears Gluten Free Bakery & Cafe - The "kitchen" is very unappealing and just a warming station.

    The "kitchen" is very unappealing and just a warming station.

    3 Bears Gluten Free Bakery & Cafe - Awful nachos. This is what was left uneaten for $15.

    Awful nachos. This is what was left uneaten for $15.

    3 Bears Gluten Free Bakery & Cafe - Looks nice from outside. I am an ally so I gave it a chance.

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    Looks nice from outside. I am an ally so I gave it a chance.

    Witches Cauldron - Inside the restaurant

    Witches Cauldron

    4.8(5 reviews)
    37.0 km

    TL;DR/The Short Version: Cute little place in Stittsville…read moreselling tasty soups and sandwiches. The Long Version: I had lunch at Wiches Cauldron recently and it was great. I got the Chicken Sandwich ($15.95). It was sliced real chicken breast meat, mozzarella cheese, mixed greens, cucumbers, picked onions and fig jam. It usually comes with mayo, but I asked them to omit it. All sandwiches come with a mini 4 oz soup. I chose the curried carrot and squash soup. The sandwich was delicious. The bread they use is a Kaiser and it's from Carp Bakery. It was soft and very fresh. I loved that the meat was real chicken and not deli meat. The fig jam was tasty and gave the sandwich a nice sweet taste. The soup was a bit watery, but was full of flavour. It had a strong curry flavour and the coconut milk in it made it a bit creamy. I enjoyed it. Funny story: I ordered the chicken sandwich. They ask your name for the order. The lady who ordered after me also got the chicken sandwich but she asked for no cheese. The cashier announced to the kitchen "no cheese on the chicken sandwich" and the kitchen asked "which order? Jennifer's?" And the cashier said "no, the next one, I haven't punched it in yet." Lol. I chimed in "I love cheese, I definitely want cheese on my sandwich!" The man in the kitchen said "alright, extra cheese for Jennifer!" And the lady after me said "yeah, you can have my cheese." Haha. So I got two slices of cheese in my sandwich. Score! Lol. Everyone working there was super nice and friendly. It's a small place, so the cash and the kitchen are right next to each other. I took my order to go, but there's seating to dine in. I noticed they have a small amount of branded merchandise, like baseball caps. There is free parking in their private parking lot at the back of the restaurant. Fun facts: The Wiches Cauldron started off as a food truck in the early/mid 2010s. Some time in the early 2020s they moved into their present location which was Red Gables Creperie before (it was also briefly Red Gables Ramen before they rebranded and started selling crepes instead of ramen). Review #33 (2025)

    Best soups, sammies, and treats in town! Their weekend specials are terrific too. Been a big fan…read moresince the food truck days.

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    Witches Cauldron - Inside the restaurant

    Inside the restaurant

    Witches Cauldron - Inside the restaurant

    Inside the restaurant

    Witches Cauldron - Mini soup that comes with all their sandwiches. This one is carrot and squash.

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    Mini soup that comes with all their sandwiches. This one is carrot and squash.

    The Crusty Baker - bakeries - Updated September 2026

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