Dessert First
Bakeries & Desserts

Dessert First

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← Old Ottawa South
Dine-inTakeout

ABOUT

This dessert-focused restaurant in Old Ottawa South offers a menu built around house-made cakes, pastries, and sweet dishes, with savoury options and alcohol available as well. Located on Bank Street, it draws consistent crowds with its thoughtful pastry work and coffee program. The casual neighbourhood spot falls in the mid-range price category and welcomes diners looking for dessert as a main course rather than an afterthought.

HOURS

Sunday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday (today) 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

β™Ώ Accessibility
βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible entrance βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible seating βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible washroom
🍽️ Service Options
βœ“ Dine-in βœ“ Takeout
⭐ Popular For
βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Breakfast βœ“ Brunch βœ“ Groups
πŸ₯— Offerings
βœ“ Vegetarian options βœ“ Beer βœ“ Wine βœ“ Cocktails βœ“ Coffee
πŸͺ‘ Dining Options
βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Breakfast βœ“ Brunch
🏠 Amenities
βœ“ Washroom
πŸ‘₯ Crowd
βœ“ Families βœ“ Groups
πŸ“… Planning
βœ“ Accepts reservations
πŸ’³ Payments
βœ“ Credit cards βœ“ Debit cards βœ“ NFC mobile payments
πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking
βœ“ Free parking lot βœ“ Paid parking lot βœ“ Free street parking

REVIEWS

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Anita Blaney
February 15, 2026
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Nice enough cafe. The food was best part of experience. Ordered the avocado toast and croque madame dishes and iced raspberry matcha and the dirty chai latte for drinks. All very good. The table setup was a bit to be desired tablles are way too close, especially when you sit beside loud patrons and can’t hear yourself talk and learn all about their life in the process. It makes for a very unenjoyable experience even if the food is good. Will
not go back because of that. The server was ok. Not very attentive. It’s more a 3.5 rating but only able to give 4 stars. As a visitor to Ottawa I have experienced better brunch establishments further down Bank.

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February 7, 2026
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Really lovely little spot for brunch. Breakfast bowl was amazing! Home fries were some of the best I’ve ever had. Pancakes were great too! I missed that there are some parking spots reserved in the lot on the corner, which is handy in this area!

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Priyal Gulati
January 25, 2026
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I went there for Saturday brunch, got the blueberry matcha pancakes and my brother got the big breakfast. The portion sizes are amazing, and the place has a great ambience. Our server was very sweet and kind. I found the coffee to be a little bit overpriced but it was still very good, the espresso was a little sour. 10/10 recommend and i would go again for the cookies and baked goods!

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zeinab rezgui
January 22, 2026
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Sarah ❀️ was absolutely amazing! From the moment we sat down, her customer service was top-tier. She was friendly, super outgoing, and her personality made our whole brunch experience even better. She made sure our food came out on time, checked in to ensure everything tasted great, and truly went above and beyond to make us feel taken care of. The food was on point, and her positive energy made the entire visit so enjoyable. If you’re lucky enough to have Sarah as your waitress, you’re guaranteed an awesome experience

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Angel CKY
October 11, 2025
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Everything was fresh and tasted good!

The blueberry pancakes and classic breakfast were both great, and the potatoes were perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Coffee was good, service was prompt, and the food came out quickly.

We found this spot after another brunch place nearby closed earlier, and we’re glad we did. Love that they’re open until 3 and really enjoyed the cozy, welcoming ambience. Seating is a little on the tighter side since one wall is all bench seating, but it still felt comfortable overall.

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1071 Bank Street
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1071 Bank StreetOttawa, ON K1S 0R4
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πŸ₯— Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Confirmed Vegetarian-friendly
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
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Confirmed Accessible
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Confirmed Full Bar
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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