Best French Bakery in Gatineau

"The cronut – the irresistible blend of croissant and doughnut – is one of the most popular items at Art-Is-In Bakery. Each day, the kitchen creates a different filling for their classic cinnamon sugar cronut, and they make up even more impressive concoctions on Thursdays. Art-Is-In’s potato buttermilk or Berliner style doughnuts are also delicious."

"Get special Mother’s Day Brunch from this edgy gastro-bakery built to satisfy any craving. You also can choose from an assortment of Croissant, Cookies, Donuts and O-Towners, Raspberry Scone and more.How to order: Cost: Varies. Order before Thursday May 6th for pickup May 9th, 8:30 a.m."

"For a delicious vegan, gluten-free and nut free cake, turn to Strawberry Blonde Bakery for your celebration. Choose a classic like vanilla or chocolate, or try something a little different (and just as delicious) like the lime coconut or red velvet cake."

"Strawberry Blonde Bakery is one of the top-rated bakeries in Ottawa at 114 Grange Avenue. What makes it different from others is that Strawberry Blonde Bakery is not like a traditional bakery."

"If you’re a lover for all things sweet and savoury, this little vegan bakery on Wellington St. is a literal go-to. Serving delicious coffee with almond, soy and coconut milk options, along with the most mouth watering snacks, breakfast foods and lunch sandwiches, this place has to be one of the most to-die-for vegan restaurants in Ottawa."

"Find it: 1305 Wellington St. W., littlejoberrys.comThe low-down: This quaint café serves up one-of-a-kind vegan treats crafted with locally sourced ingredients that are egg and dairy-free.The goods: Along with their tasty assortment of baked treats, this spot also served up a rotating lunch menu.What to order: Matcha doughnut"

"Hours: Tue-Thu 8am-6pm, Fri-Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 8am-5pm, Closed Mon. Little Jo Berry’s makes an excellent cup of coffee; however, they might be known even better for their selection of baked goods. This establishment is also 100% vegan, although you’d never know it."

"In 2012, The Merry Dairy started serving premium soft-serve out of a retro-cool food truck, and in 2017, they opened a storefront location on a residential street in Hintonburg. The larger space means more creations, such as their unique (and nut-free) Midwest-style frozen custard which is denser and smoother than standard ice cream. Order a scoop or twist in a homemade gluten-free waffle, or one of their other irresistible treats like ice cream sandwiches, floats, fruit popsicles, and cupcakes."

"We love The Merry Dairy, but did you know they have cakes available?. No matter the season, kids love an ice cream cake (and adults do too, right?) Treat every guest at the party to a The Merry Dairy ice cream cake. Their vanilla funfetti or Oreo ice cream cakes are available to order for pick up, and custom writing can be added to any cake."

"Merry Dairy serves frozen treats and drool-worthy ice cream and can be found in various places across the city in the summer—visit their website to keep up to date on where the next stop will be (you don’t want to miss it)."

"Evergreen Craft Ales first started in a house garage in Bells Corners, Ottawa, on Evergreen Drive in 2015. Seething out 1BBL batches and selling beer straight out of the garage (of course, legally!) Each Saturday in the afternoon. It has grown a small following from its neighbors, colleagues, beer enthusiasts."

"Website: Click Here Where: Kanata Lakes – 21-767 Silver Seven Road Must-try: Afternoon Delight, Session IPA. The new guy in town, Evergreen offers a trendy, fresh, and fun approach to their tap house and their beer. Located just minutes from Kanata Lakes, this great local spot has tonnes to offer!"

"A little gem, hidden underground in the heart of downtown Ottawa creating refined and exciting local craft beers with a tasting bar in a unique speakeasy environment. Literally built into the basement of a heritage building, Waller St is a brewery like none other."

"Waller St. Brewery is a small brewery in the basement of an old building. This is something of a unique characteristic of this brewery. In Waller St. Brewery, you’ll see their commitment towards every product they offer."

"Thu 1:00 PM-10:00 PM Fri 1:00 PM-10:00 PM Sat 1:00 PM-10:00 PM?. , Sun 12:00 PM-5:00 PM starting June 4Thu"

"Bytown Museum has an intriguing collection of eclectic items, such as a plaster-cast death hand of murdered Father of Confederation, Thomas D’Arcy McGee. Housed in Ottawa’s oldest stone building, the museum takes you on a deep delve of Bytown (Ottawa’s first name), which was a rowdy place where Irish, French, Scots and English engaged in brawls."

"After tea, head over to the Bytown Museum. Housed in Ottawa’s oldest stone building located between the Fairmont and Parliament Hill, this quaint, local museum tells the stories of Ottawa’s lumbering past. Here, you can also learn how the Rideau Canal was built (much of it was dug out by hand through the Canadian wilderness)!"

"The Canada Science and Technology Museum examines technology and science from a distinctly Canadian lens—from medical developments to wearable technology. The museum also plays home to a children’s innovation zone with various kid-friendly activities as well as practical resources for parents (like a bottle-warming station and diaper-changing area)."

"The recently refurbished Canada Science and Technology Museum is a favourite for children to visit. It’s a popular spot during the summer months due to all the school groups, and the train ride outside is a particular favourite. The Crazy Kitchen is another favourite, and is one of the original experiences from when the museum first opened in 1967."

"Why You Need To Go: You'll feel like a kid again and be filled with wonder as you visit the impressive exhibits that explore topics like sound, wearable technology, and medicine."

"Canada's Cold War Museum is located outside of Ottawa in a large underground facility that was constructed in the early 1960s to protect important functions of the Canadian government in the event of a nuclear war. This was one of several self-sufficient, shock-resistant, radiation-proof underground shelters built across Canada during the Cold War, as part of Project EASE (Experimental Army Signals Establishments). Political critics coined the nickname "Diefenbunker" in reference to Prime Minister John Diefenbaker, who promoted their construction."

"Visit Canada’s Cold War Museum –Diefenbunker. Built between 1959 and 1961, the 100,000 square foot underground bunker,was intended to house 535 Canadian government officials and military officers in the event of a nuclear war. During evenings, this museum transforms into #1 rated escape room in Ottawa. Imagine being locked inside a themed room with only 45 minutes to find clues and solves puzzles in an attempt to find the key before the clock hits zero."

"Why You Need To Go: For a one-of-a-kind experience, you can go underground and explore a gigantic Cold War bunker. The Diefenbunker will have one-way walking paths throughout the museum and reduced capacity, but all the exhibits will be open."

"Initially started as a chocolate drinking bar, Cacao 70 soon started to transform chocolate into exciting flavour adventures. Adventures we are sure your date will just love. Cacao invites you and your date to try the following: crunch, sip, slurp and savour your way to a state of chocolate."