Westboro Village

Food + Drinks

Find diverse and delicious fare in Westboro's food scene.

At Khao Thai Street Food, try the perfectly cooked satay or one of their vibrant curries. BBQ connoisseurs will love Lexington Smokehouse & Bar's ribs or wings with all the fixins. For something a little more refined, Gezellig pairs a cozy atmosphere with surprisingly affordable fine dining. Visit Pure Kitchen's rooftop patio for a delectable vegetarian and vegan menu – locals love the cauliflower wings and crunch wrap. Heartbreakers Pizza rounds out the mix with effortlessly cool vibes and seriously good pizza.

Don't miss Westboro's café and brunch scene. Sip alongside locals at Equator and Happy Goat or enjoy a laidback brekky at Clocktower Brew Pub. Cloudforest Café is tucked into local boutique Pokoloko, where a rich and satisfying peanut butter latté awaits. Last but certainly not least, Bower Coffee Co is designed for the coffee purist; no wifi, no fancy syrups, just delicious, expertly brewed coffee.

Outdoor activities

At the western end of Westboro is the Maplelawn Estate, a National Historic Site which dates to 1831. The stone house has a rare walled garden with a lush and manicured space maintained by volunteers. A beautiful photo spot in the summer and fall!

When the weather is mild, the recreational pathways along the Ottawa River are filled with cyclists, roller bladers and runners. In the winter, the section between Westboro Village and the Canadian War Museum near downtown Ottawa transforms into the Kichi Sibi Winter Trail. Cross-country skiers, snowshoers, fat bikers and walkers all utilize this groomed snow route.

Explore Westboro on foot and discover striking photography installations by renowned wildlife photographer Michelle Valberg along the Westboro Nature Walk, celebrating Canadian wildlife.

Westboro Village has two main parks in the area. Hampton Park is a dog-friendly park, and Westboro Kiwanis Park features a children’s playground. Both parks boast a wading pool perfect for cooling off with your little ones. Enjoy the soft sand, water activities and spectacular sunsets at Westboro Beach on the Ottawa River.

Shopping

A variety of shops line Westboro’s trendy and walkable main street, Richmond Road. Those who love being active can search for the latest gear at MEC, Bushtukah, Fjallraven and Lululemon.

Fashion and accessories can be found throughout the neighbourhood — visit high-end fashion boutiques inclduing Fashion United, Manhattan West, Arstyla, La Muse and Westboro Closet Candy. Find accessories to match at bluboho or Magpie.

Enhance your home by exploring natural wellness products at Saje and Natural Food Pantry, score some cooking paraphernalia at Kitchenalia and find beautiful furniture at Polanco.

Wellness takes centre stage in Westboro Village, making it a great location for self-care. Try drop-in yoga or Pilates at powerhaus, Love Your Body Fitness or ELVT studio. With so many shops and studios to choose from, you’ll easily find what you’re looking for in the Westboro neighbourhood.

Nightlife

Known for its quaint daytime charm, Westboro takes on a whole new energy after dark. From laid-back pubs to cocktail-forward spots, the neighbourhood delivers no shortage of fun once the sun goes down. Grab a cold beer and settle in at Clocktower Brew Pub or Churchills Pub for an easygoing night out, or satisfy late-night cravings at Juice Dudez and Aseer Time.

For something a little different, head to Elise for Elise After Dark, where feature cocktails pair with a vinyl soundtrack and guests can even bring their own records. Or plan ahead and book a workshop at Split Tree Cocktail Co., known for its cocktail and mocktail experiences that tend to sell out fast.

Find more businesses on the Westboro Village BIA website.