Café Qui Pense
Sandwiches & Delis

Café Qui Pense

★★★★★ 4.6 (264 reviews)
$$
← Old Ottawa East
Dine-inTakeout

ABOUT

Located in Old Ottawa East, this sandwich and deli café serves quality coffee and hearty sandwiches in a casual neighbourhood setting. The kitchen prepares made-to-order sandwiches with fresh ingredients, and the café maintains a comfortable atmosphere for eating in or grabbing takeout. Price range is moderate ($$), making it accessible for weekday lunch visits.

HOURS

Sunday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Monday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday (today) 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in ✓ Takeout
⭐ Popular For
✓ Breakfast
🥗 Offerings
✓ Coffee
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Breakfast
🏠 Amenities
✓ Washroom
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards ✓ NFC mobile payments
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free street parking

REVIEWS

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Mark Chapeskie
August 26, 2025
★★★★★

Had a delicious (and hot!) flat white – so nice as I find so many coffee places can’t retain the heat. And The barista talked me into a fresh cherry scone which was delicious. Everytime I’m over on Main St I stop in here. The vibe is cool and the coffee/tea is great.

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Favy kolade
July 25, 2025
★★★★★

Always a great experience, Sabrina and Francesca are consistently warm, attentive and make every visit smooth. Appreciate the welcoming vibe every time.

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Maryam Masoumirad
May 22, 2022
★★★★☆

Small and cozy!
I liked the vibe. Not much sitting area but good to grab a coffee. There’s a small book store next to it which you can buy books, bags, cards, etc from there.
They also sell local products such as chocolates, coffee and tea.
I had a medium drip coffeefor $ 2.79.
Tasted good.
Highly recommend!

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Benjamin Brown
February 20, 2022
★★★★★

Great coffee and service! Scones and espresso-based drinks are easily the best in the city.
Definitely worth a visit!

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Thomas Canale
January 20, 2019
★★★★★

Loving the laid back and hip atmosphere in here! The latte was perfect, the cannelés delicious, and the fresh baked blueberry muffin was superb. The barista was very kind and helpful! I’ll be back next time I’m in town.

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204 Main Street
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204 Main StreetOttawa, ON K1S 0G4
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🥗 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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Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
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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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Wheelchair accessible
Accessible entrance, seating, or washroom
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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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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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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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