Best & Cool Bars in Wakefield

"Despite being open for over 20 years, the Manx Pub remains a well kept secret, tucked away in a basement on Elgin Street. The dimly lit interior appears relatively unassuming, but the place has a great relaxed atmosphere, fostered by its arts pub heritage. True to form, the walls are decorated with local art, rotated on a monthly basis and the place often hosts jazz and DJ nights on Sunday and Monday evenings."

"Located right on Elgin Street in the heart of downtown, The Manx is this super cool subterranean (downstairs) hideaway pub. Inside, the tables are cozy and the place is filled with art and a classic pub atmosphere. The prices aren’t too crazy and you’ll find a pretty decent selection of craft beers and whiskey."

"I was walking to another restaurant a week ago and walked past their patio and checked out the menu. The staff said kitchen just closed but he can check..."

"In a warehouse space wedged between Chinatown and Hintonburg is this great all-rounder craft brewery — its offerings run the gamut from straight-up hoppy IPAs and an oatmeal stout through to Beyond the Pale’s iconic pink fuzz, given some extra zing with citrus zest going into the brewing process."

"Beyond the Pale started as a pipe dream for a couple of guys that really liked homebrewing. They now have eight years under their belt, and have established a reputation for strong quality beer. Their Pink Fuzz Grapefruit Wheat Ale happens to be a fan favourite."

"Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat: 11:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sun: 11:00 PM – 6:00 PM Mon: Closed for brewing"

"This Southern restaurant has turned its Centretown building into quite the triple threat — head to basement speakeasy (officially named the Staff Room) for a hefty whiskey selection and some of the most creative cocktails in town featuring spirits twisted into new forms like kumquat vodka or lemongrass-lime gin. Now, the second level is home to Jabberwocky, which dishes up vegan and vegetarian bites and truly excellent twists on classic libations — like the breakfast old fashioned with oatmeal whiskey, maple, and coffee, the bubbly “Bullesvardier”, or the mezcal- and tequila-laden Oaxaca Fizz."

"Approximately nobody thinks of Ottawa as a destination for Southern food — and, yet, here we are. Union 613 is doing fancied-up versions of catfish, fried chicken and side ribs, but the quality is tip-top and the restaurant’s ethos is just as good (it offers staff health plans, for example). It’s got brunch takeout on Sundays (think fried chicken and waffles) and a stellar cocktail, craft beer and wine list that can be taken to-go as part of Ontario’s COVID rules."

"Ottawa’s reigning champions of southern food aren’t afraid to make political statements; they also do a fine brunch with options from chicken and waffles to shrimp and grits, accompanied with buttermilk biscuits. There’s a tidy cocktail selection beyond the tired old mimosa. A post shared by Viktor S. DeVice (@viktordevice) on Oct 29, 2017 at 7:47am PDT"

"Located on 425 Bank Street, Fauna is a restaurant that has spent two years on designing and renovating their restaurant to provide you an ultimate experience of cocktailing. So there is no way you’ll be disappointed with the interiors. They use local ingredients that depend on season, and they also serve smaller plates so you can enjoy more variety of their exotic food."

"The Bank Street restaurant is offering dinner for two for takeout and delivery for $160. You can pre-order online or order Dec. 31 for takeout and delivery. View this post on Instagram"

"If there is one restaurant you CANNOT miss during your stay in Ottawa, it's Café My House. This place takes vegan and gluten free cuisine to a whole other level. Have you ever seen a devilled egg that contained no egg?"

"And conveniently this place can sleep up to 4 people if you and some friends want a place to crash on your travels in a cool neighborhood this is the spot."

"Have only been able to get delivery because of COVID but will absolutely be visiting in person soon!. Such great value and our go-to for take out lately!"

"I expected this to be a quick chain style restaurant that wasn't that great as far as quality goes, boy was I wrong...."

"Soul Stone Sushi is one of those vegan restaurants in Ottawa that welcome guests of all interests, and that includes our friendly vegan or vegetarian eaters. This Asian sushi bar is one of the most beloved gems of the city, featuring an intimate atmosphere, and serving a range of vegetarian and gluten free Chinese dishes, from vegan stir fry to avocado sushi plates and many more!"

"The twin falls where the Ottawa River meets the Rideau River makes for an impressive Instagram photo for your feed. To best photograph the Rideau Falls you can head to the Rideau Falls Park. Another excellent photo spot is at the Tavern On The Falls, which is along Sussex Drive and has an outdoor patio overlooking the falls."

"Yes, we have listed other falls in this top 10 list of best places to shoot in Ottawa. But can you blame us?. They’re just so exciting to shoot!"

"Instead of visiting Diefenbunker Cold War Museum, you may rent a bike and explore Ottawa – Gatineau region. If you were not able to get tickets for Parliament building tour, go on a self guided tour of Parliament hill. Take a stroll along Trans Canada Trail (behind Parliament) to Supreme Court of Canada, and get acquainted with Canada’s highest court."

"Ottawa’s only public beach on the Rideau River, Mooney’s Bay offers a large, sandy expanse that’s great for sunbathers and sandcastle builders. The beach is surrounded by a large park that hosts a number of lively summer events, including the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival (June) and the HOPE Volleyball SummerFest (July). Young families will likely enjoy the park’s large Giver 150 Playground, an accessible, Canada-themed site that children helped design."

"It’s a favorite place for picnics and barbecues and to spend a day at the beach on the shore of the Rideau river. During the summer, in pre-pandemic times, it hosted two big events: the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival and the Hope Volleyball Tournament. Mooney’s Bay Park also has a giant playground (said to be the biggest in Canada) with some twenty play structures representing different provinces and regions of Canada."

"Mooney’s Bay Beach is a popular summer destination for swimmers, rowers, and volleyball enthusiasts. The beach is located on the east shore of the Rideau River just south of Carleton University, at 2926 Riverside Drive. Mooney’s Bay Beach offers visitors the following amenities:"

"The Ottawa Room collection was set up in 1955 during the City of Ottawa centenary celebrations. This unique collection preserves the written heritage of the City of Ottawa, and provides researchers and citizens interested in local history and literary works by Ottawa authors. You will also information on these subjects: Architecture, Festivals, Industry, Biography, Geography, Local Elections, Culture, Genealogy, Municipal Administration, Demography, Heritage, Police and Law Enforcement, Education, History, Literature and Tourism."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Altcetera Café (@altcetera_cafe)"