Restaurant
Chateau Lafayette (The Laff)
Ottawa's oldest bar since 1849 with live music or DJ almost every night, Tuesday open mic, and no cover charge — a ByWard Market institution.
Features
Ottawa's oldest bar (1849)Live music or DJ almost every nightTuesday Open MicSaturday Lucky Ron (4pm)No cover charge (usually)
About Chateau Lafayette (The Laff)
The Laff has been pouring since 1849 — older than Canada itself. Ottawa's oldest bar sits on York Street with live music or a DJ almost every night. Tuesday open mic with John Carroll, Saturday afternoon sets with Lucky Ron (4pm). Usually no cover. Dive bar atmosphere, full bar.
Weekly Schedule
- Tuesday: Open Mic (John Carroll)
- Wednesday: John Carroll solo
- Thursday: Rotating bands
- Saturday: Lucky Ron (4pm)
- Sunday: DJ Jon Deck
Visitor Information
- Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-2am
- Cover: Usually free
- Full bar
Getting There
- Address: 42 York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5S6
- Neighbourhood: ByWard Market
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