Best Brunch in Ottawa

Compare the options in the video
Restaurant	Regular hours	Plan ahead
Chesterfield’s1300 Wellington St W	Wed–Mon, 9 AM–2 PM	Normally closed Tuesdays; check menu and holiday hours.
Gezellig337 Richmond Road, Westboro	Brunch Sat–Sun, 10 AM–2 PM	Weekday lunch is a separate service; check official site.
Dukes40 Adeline Street	Daily, 9 AM–3 PM	An option for Monday or Tuesday; check holiday exceptions.

Compare five Ottawa brunch spots below. The video focuses on Chesterfield’s, Gezellig, and Dukes, with their addresses and regular service days checked against official websites on October 30, 2026. Holiday hours and menus can change.

For Hull and Aylmer on the Quebec side, see the separate Gatineau breakfast and brunch guide.

1. Wilf & Ada's — The One Everyone Agrees On

Wilf & Ada's on Bank Street is as close to unanimous as Ottawa brunch gets. It's a small scratch diner where almost everything is made in-house. The bacon is house-smoked. The juices are fresh-squeezed. The hollandaise is made from scratch. You can taste the difference.

No reservations. You wait in line, and you don't mind.

What to order: The Mariposa Duck Benedict. Braised duck, carrot chutney, homemade hollandaise. It's their signature for a reason.

Tip: Go on a weekday morning. Weekend lines start before they open.

Price: $$

2. Gezellig — The Refined One

Gezellig is at 337 Richmond Road in a converted 1950s bank building. Its posted brunch hours are Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM–2 PM. Weekday lunch is a separate service.

Plan your visit: Check the official restaurant site for the current brunch menu, hours, and table availability.

3. Benny's Bistro — The Hidden One

Benny's Bistro is tucked inside The French Baker on Murray Street in the ByWard Market. If you don't know it's there, you'll walk right past it. That's part of what makes it special.

The food is French-leaning, the pastries are fresh from the bakery it shares a wall with, and Saturday brunch is the main event.

What to order: The Eggs Benedict. Classic preparation, done right. Grab a pastry from the bakery on your way out.

Tip: No reservations for Saturday brunch. Arrive when they open at 10:30am or expect a wait.

Price: $$

4. Chesterfield's Gastro Diner — The Creative One

Chesterfield's is at 1300 Wellington Street West. The official site lists dine-in service Wednesday–Monday, 9 AM–2 PM, with Tuesday as the regular closing day.

Plan your visit: Check the official site for menus and holiday exceptions before heading out.

5. Dukes — The New Favourite

Dukes is at 40 Adeline Street, near Preston Street. Its official website currently lists seven days a week, 9 AM–3 PM, making it an option to check for Monday or Tuesday brunch.

Plan your visit: Use the official site for current hours and the linked pickup menu. Confirm any table policy directly with the restaurant.

The Quick Comparison

Spot	Style	Best For	Area	Reservations
Wilf & Ada's	Scratch diner	The full experience	Bank Street	No, walk-in
Gezellig	Weekend brunch	Sat–Sun, 10 AM–2 PM	Westboro	Check official site
Benny's Bistro	French bistro	ByWard Market morning	ByWard Market	No (Sat brunch)
Chesterfield's	Gastro diner	Wed–Mon, 9 AM–2 PM	Wellington West	Check official site
Dukes	Brunch	Daily, 9 AM–3 PM	Adeline Street	Confirm directly

Tips

Compare service days first: Gezellig's brunch is weekends; Chesterfield's normally closes Tuesday; Dukes lists daily service.
Menus, holiday hours, and booking policies can change. Use the restaurant's own site before a special trip.
For Wilf & Ada's and Benny's Bistro, confirm the latest menu and service hours directly.

FAQ

Where can I compare brunch spots in Ottawa?

This guide includes Wilf & Ada's on Bank Street, Gezellig in Westboro, Benny's Bistro in ByWard Market, Chesterfield's in Wellington West, and Dukes on Adeline Street.

Does Gezellig serve weekday brunch?

Gezellig's official site lists brunch Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM. Weekday lunch is a separate service. Check holiday exceptions with the restaurant.

Where is Dukes in Ottawa?

Dukes is at 40 Adeline Street. Its official website lists daily hours from 9 AM to 3 PM, checked October 30, 2026.

When is Chesterfield's open?

Chesterfield's official site lists dine-in service Wednesday through Monday, 9 AM to 2 PM, at 1300 Wellington Street West. Check holiday hours before visiting.