Quick and friendly service. You can usually catch judges, arbitrators, and lawyers here fueling up for their duties across the street at the courthouse. They have a huge selection of mostly sweet, but some savory, items. And they're very cheap, especially to those of us visiting from Chicago. Some inside and outside seating. Free wifi, although it doesn't always work. Some items (like iced coffee) are discontinued during certain parts of the year. Doesn't matter, I can always find a good reason to be here. read more

Tasty pastries and delicious coffee. Stopped in on a Saturday morning. Place was busy - a testament to the quality of the items.

I just absolutely love this place it's a one in 1 million. Last Saturday I was sick I had placed an order a decent sized amount I wasn't able to pick it up the owner did call me to remind me and I explain to her how ill I was the sweetheart that she is this is what she said don't worry about it if you want to come over Monday if you still want them I'll bake you fresh. read more

Stopped in on a chilly December day to see what they had for dessert since my sister and I just finished lunch right around the corner. It was a hard decision for both of us because they had a great selection and everything looked so good! I ended up with a dessert bar that I would compare to a magic bar (a little bit of everything in it) and my sister picked out an oatmeal cookie and a coconut macaroon - all desserts we tried were excellent and the service was great as she helped us understand what everything was. We'll be back! read more

I love the baked goods. The worker their is sooo nasty and rude. Too bad, she can bring down the reputation. The owner is beautiful and very friendly and always smiling. STopped going there because of the rude girl behind the counter. Fire Her!! read more

So impressed with my cupcakes and cookies for my baby shower! They were just like the pictures of what I wanted and the flavor was amazing!! Would highly recommend read more

It's nice to have a bakery--other than ones in grocery stores--that offers more than doughnuts in town. The treats are fresh and tasty.

Wonderful baked goods for my mom's 90th Birthday Celebration! We ordered chocolate, white and carrot cake cupcakes, mini scones and a selection of cookies. All were absolutely amazing! Our guests loved all of the baked goods! The person we spoke to on the phone was very helpful suggesting choices and how much to order for the number of people we were expecting. We did everything over the phone. Everything was packaged well and was easy to transport to the venue. Great experience! Thank you! read more

Just celebrated a birthday with a cake from Ottawa Bakery. The cake was tremendous. Great cake and great frosting. If you're needing a cake there's no reason to go anywhere else. Give them a try. You'll be glad you did. read more

Although the owner was extremely friendly and the item I ordered was delicious, one of the employees left a bad taste in my mouth that unfortunately overpowered the taste of the cake! read more

Best cake I have ever had! Not that sickeningly sweet frosting. They did awesome, the owner is the nicest as well!!

This coffee shop / bakery has it all. A great atmosphere, good coffee, and an amazing raspberry/white chocolate croissant. Definitely worth the visit. If I lived closer I'd definitely be a regular. read more

I haven't been here very many times (I'm working on that), but everything I've tried has been delicious - cookies, cannolis, pies, lemon bars... there's always a great variety to choose from. Today I had a spinach, ricotta, and mozzarella croissant, and it was so good! Creamy, flaky, and kept at the perfect temperature so the cheese was still gooey. I'll be back for more of these, and to try the other varieties. I highly recommend! read more

Holli and her staff go above and beyond to make your experience the best. We have never had anything bad here. Especially love the scones! We got 2 specialty birthday cakes with pictures of our dogs done in frosting and they were gorgeous! And they tasted as good as they looked! Prices are really reasonable too. So glad to have a bakery like this in town! read more

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So... I've been stopping at The Ottawa Bakery frequently since they first opened (like a year and a half ago), and I have to say, I have NEVER been disappointed! From the delicious cannoli and scones, the mouth watering lemon bars and berry cheesecakes, to the phenomenal blueberry and raspberry (apple and cherry too) pinwheel danishes, their homemade baked goods are TO DIE FOR! Sometimes I find myself stopping twice a day, once before I head to work for my favorite breakfast, a flaky spinach ricotta croissant (AMAZING), and on my way home to pick up a couple cannoli or slices of cheesecake for dessert to follow up whatever it is I cook for dinner... Holli, the owner, and all the staff have always been super friendly, helpful and patient with me as sometimes I struggle making a decision since EVERYTHING looks and tastes soooo good! I would totally recommend trying them, but beware.... you may become addicted!!! read more

Amazing baked goods, great coffee. A gem in Ottawa. We come here every time we are in town.

Everything I've ever gotten here has been amazing. The owner is extremely courteous and friendly. However, one of the women that works there is so rude that I will not be going back. I've encountered her 2 out of 3 visits and both times it made the experience there a lot less enjoyable. I wish the bakery the best of luck because it is actually really good!, but I don't like feeling as if I'm bothering someone for asking what specific items are when they aren't labeled or for ordering more than 1 item. If you act as is you're too busy for my business, then I'll take my business elsewhere. read more

Everything is SO good!! My favorite are the blueberry ricotta cookies!! Will be back next week!!