Allergy-Friendly Ottawa Guide

Canada’s capital is the perfect destination for anyone looking to tour museums, take a boat tour along the Ottawa River, or explore a small walkable city. Our Top Rated Ottawa guide features the Spokin community’s finds, including a coffee shop with treats from an allergy-friendly bakery, a nut-free bakery, gluten-free ice cream cones + more!

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Eat

1. Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill Lansdowne

“I enjoyed the starter size of Street Chicken Tacos at this location. No issues at all with my peanut and tree nut allergies. The waiter noted my food allergies on my order and spoke with the kitchen staff.”
@nutpeanutfree who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

2. Mill Street Brew Pub Ottawa

“No issue with my peanut and tree nut allergies. Ordered chicken wings. Waitress made note of allergy when taking my order and relayed the information to the kitchen staff.”
@nutpeanutfree who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

3. Moxies Hunt Club Restaurant

“No issues with my peanut and tree nut allergies. Staff are very knowledgeable; waiter asked if my allergy was severe or not. He verified my menu choice with the chef. I ordered avocado and bacon cobb salad with pan seared salmon. Also recommended cooking my bacon and salmon in a separate pan as an extra precaution. Very comfortable eating here as staff very educated in regard to food allergies.”
@nutpeanutfree who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

4. MR Shawarma Restaurant

“It’s a pretty limited menu, and no peanuts. The shawarma poutine is excellent.”
@gaberaven who manages peanut allergies

5. The Glen Scottish Pub & Restaurant

“I ordered the Yorkie Bowl. This is a Scottish pub. When I mentioned my tree nut and peanut allergies, the waitress told me neither ingredient was in the kitchen. She did write it on the order and mentioned it to the kitchen staff.”
@nutpeanutfree who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

6. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar – Ottawa Market

“Excellent food and strong protocol to provide allergy information. The manager always comes to talk with you and they are very kind and accommodating.”
@ruth who manages peanut, tree nut and shellfish allergies

7. The Standard

“I had the nachos and they were SO good!”
@emmafarinaccia who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

8. Vittoria Trattoria

“Had a wonderful dinner at this Italian Restaurant. No issues with my peanut and tree nut allergies. I enjoyed their special of the evening, butternut squash-filled ravioli with beef tenderloin. Delicious!! Their menu includes pasta, pizza, fish, and poultry choices.”
@nutpeanutfree who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

Treat

1. Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar

“Black Squirrel is a wonderful cafe that offers a selection of nut-free, gluten-free, vegan treats from Strawberry Blonde Bakery (an allergen-free Ottawa based bakery)! The cinnamon buns are delicious!”
@noellat who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

2. Hello Dolly Pastries

“Hello Dolly sells adorable sugar cookies in a variety of designs, as well as some small cakes and other treats! Completely nut-free facility and very allergy-friendly environment.”
@noellat who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

3. Strawberry Blonde Bakery

“It’s nice to know when I travel there is a safe place for me to grab some sweet treats. Yes they are located in Ottawa, but they do offer delivery on their website which is great! I have always felt safe at this bakery and the staff are amazing with allergies.”
@chanty who manages peanut, tree nut, shellfish, and egg allergies

4. The Cake Shop

“The best peanut and nut-free bakery in Ottawa! I have been going to The Cake Shop for years and am always delighted with everything I buy!”
@jenniewong who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

5. ThimbleCakes- Cupcakes, Cakes and Icecream

“Thimble Cakes offers a wide range of vegan, nut-free, and gluten-free options including cupcakes, cakes, cookies, brownies, ice cream, and more! Everything I’ve tried has been delicious!”
@noellat who manages peanut and tree nut allergies

6. The Merry Dairy

“Gluten-free ice cream and ice cream cones and cookies”
@cococouto who manages celiac

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