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Gooneys Sandwichworks

Restaurant Breakfast restaurant Sandwich shop

👍👍 Ordered on UberEATS, very reasonable price and great value for money! 100% will order again. All meat was tender, not dry at all. The coriander sauce is excellent! No complaints at all. People often mention arepas, sauce, arepa, delicious, time, Ottawa, staff, friendly, amazing, great,


Address

294 Albert St suite 102, Ottawa, ON K1P 6E6, Canada

Website

gooneysottawa.ca

Contact

+1 613-233-2460

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (574 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 8 am to 8 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: arepas (18) sauce (16) arepa (16) delicious (16) time (14) Ottawa (11) staff (11) friendly (10) amazing (9) great (8)
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  • 5/5 Blair W. 2 years ago on Google
    Ordered on UberEATS, very reasonable price and great value for money! 100% will order again. All meat was tender, not dry at all. The coriander sauce is excellent! No complaints at all.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gian B. 6 months ago on Google • 283 reviews
    Great place to try a small sample of Venezuelan food! Try an Arepa! Anyone of the arepas in the menu taste fantastic but the star of the show in my humble opinion is the Sweet Isabella arepa! It’s filled with pulled pork, purple cabbage coleslaw and cheddar cheese! Come to ottawa and try this place out!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James C. 8 months ago on Google • 419 reviews
    Note: First five photos and the review from 2022. The rest of the photos from July 2023. I love arepas, so when I heard a few years back that there was an eatery in Ottawa that made this Colombian/Venezuelan dish I had to check it out. Since then I have gone several times and have enjoyed each visit. On my latest trip I ordered two vegetarian arepas with a pop, which came to $26 (tax and tip included). They were as good as ever, with avocado, black beans, feta cheese, mushrooms, and coriander sauce. Note: While their menu has a lot of options, you can always ask them to make a special arepa with the ingredients that you want.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katie B. 1 year ago on Google
    Scouring Google reviews in search for the perfect lunch place? Stop searching. Come here. 10/10. That is all I have to say as I think I’ve died and gone to heaven??? (Pictured/cause of death: the spicy chicken arepa)
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michaela K. 10 months ago on Google • 51 reviews
    Our first time at Gooneys was nice! We decided to pop in for a quick brunch to-go and were surprised at both the interior and how delicious the food was! The Perico Arepa was delicious, packed full of egg, cheese, and meat with a delicious coriander sauce. Their cob salad was good, although it was heavy on the blue cheese. Overall, it was a good meal!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zenah S. 3 months ago on Google • 397 reviews New
    Happened upon this place at lunchtime as it’s around the corner from my lawyer’s office. I was pleasantly surprised. Loved the arepa I ordered (morning pabellon) and definitely will return.

  • 5/5 shiu c. 9 months ago on Google • 52 reviews
    It's my first time trying this place. The Arepa Pabellon I had today was so tasty. The delicate mix of the shredded beef and feta cheese sent my taste buds to the heaven. The arepa is crumbly and each bite is so satisfying and pleasing. I gave it a 5/5 but a more accurate rating would be 4.5/5. In my opinion, the only imperfection is the layers of the fillings. If the fillings can be more evenly distributed, that'll be perfect in my opinion. Overall, I love this place a lot. I will definitely come back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ken St. J. 2 years ago on Google
    Have ordered delivery from here a couple of times, and am always thrilled with the freshness, quality of ingredients, and the care taken to prepare. Pricing is very good, would encourage those able to tip well to do so as it would be great to see them able to keep their prices and delicious sandwiches affordable and accessible to all folks in a very mixed income neighborhood. Much thanks to the staff for their hard work and dedication!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jo O. 1 year ago on Google
    The best! I’ve been coming here since they opened and they have never once dropped in quality or taste. Their arepas are amazing, but don’t sleep on their sandwiches! Their chicken salad is so tasty and portion size is substantial. I will be a customer here for a long time :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mushin m. 1 year ago on Google
    TLDR: Arguably the best, unique sandwich shop in Ottawa. A family runned business in the nation's capital, they deliver a perfect arepa experience with the perfect menu and friendly service. They cater, deliver and always welcome walk-ins. A very rare 5 out of 5 stars based on our experience at this cute little restaurant. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hey family, Here’s my honest review of Gooneys Sandwichworks. I made the visit with my partner in May, 2022 and I wanted to share my personal experience with you below: Location: 1 star. Located in the Nation’s Capital, Gooney’s finds itself in Downtown Ottawa. When visiting the city you can find it along Laurier Ave W, which is a few minutes walk to the capitol buildings and main tourist attractions. A perfect spot should all the comfy government officials want to sneak in a quick lunch or some of the locals who live in the city. Staffing: 1 star. As this is a family runned business the staff is hired by the family so they share the same values. Staff is friendly, courteous and of course professional. They offer suggestions should you ask and are able to handle large lunch crowds with ease. Food: 1 star. The shining star of this business. The food is just simply incredible. They have all day breakfast and a very simple, affordable menu. I ordered the Reina Pepiada and it was perfect. Made fresh, and served within a few minutes. The owner and staff have absolutely nailed these sandwiches and the ingredients they use are fresh and delicious. Without going on and on about the food you just have to try it. Service: 1 star. It can be busy during the lunch rush. When we visited there were a few customers waiting for their orders but the staff handled the rush with ease. Tables are clean, washrooms are available and drinks are self-serve. If it’s a beautiful day you can even take your sandwich to go and head over to the parks close by. Wow factor: 1 star The food. Period. It’s just so goooooooood. If you’re planning a visit to Ottawa in the new year, I strongly recommend checking this restaurant out. I give this restaurant a rare 5 out of 5 stars. Until next time…
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Canadian V. 1 year ago on Google
    whether you are familiarized with the Venezuelan “arepas” or not, this little restaurant will not disappoint you! Arepas are delicious and portions are very generous. Service is friendly and fast! I will certainly visit them every time I come to Ottawa!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abelardo R. 6 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Excellent food and service, reasonable prices, and a great atmosphere, now in a bigger place at their new location: Albert and Kent. Whether you are vegetarian, vegan, meat lover, keto, or gluten-free eater, there's an arepa for you. Great variety of sandwiches, arepas, and homemade sweet treats. But their best kept secret is my absolute favorite: they brew the best coffee in town!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chaz z. 5 months ago on Google • 247 reviews
    Roast pork sandwich was nice and filling but the Pebellon arepas was incredible and larger than I expected! 🫓

  • 5/5 Nammi N. 1 year ago on Google • 170 reviews
    My first time trying arepas and they were sooo delicious. They may look small but the first thing I noticed when I picked mine up was how heavy it was. Definitely was satisfying and all of their arepas are less than $12 which is amazing value for money. The ingredients were all super fresh tasting and flavourful and don’t get me started on their special sauce, it was incredible! Nice to have a bottle on every table so I could add more! The interior is really nice, spacious and clean plus all the staff were great. Only thing is maybe I was eating it wrong, but I wish the ingredients were more evenly distributed as at the end of my arepa, I was just eating the beef. Still amazing though and definitely want to make this place a lunch staple!

  • 5/5 Amable R. 6 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Best sandwich and Venezuelan arepa place in town by far!! Even better location now! I highly recommend coming here at any time possible to enjoy a delicious arepa!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isabel N. 2 years ago on Google
    OMG! This place is amazing, everything is so tasty, delicious. The people is so friendly. I felt like home. If you are in Ottawa you really need to stop here 🤤🤤
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lars R. 2 years ago on Google
    Good variety of sandwiches and (salad) bowls with some healthy choices. Staff was helpful and had good recommendations. They also have different coffees.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrea A. 9 months ago on Google
    5* all around. I wish there was one in each city. I had the spicy chicken Picante which is the best gluten free sandwich ive had this holiday, it was absolutely amazing. Thank you 👍I had eaten some of it before I thought to take the picture, sorry, it doesn't do it justice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Janet R. 2 years ago on Google
    Was really tasty! Delicious flavours, though they were a little dry. I got extra coriander sauce which fixed the dryness but was a pricey add on. Would definitely order again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Keifer M. 8 months ago on Google
    A hidden gem in Ottawa. Amazing arepas and desserts, still have yet to try their sandwiches & bowls. Will be buying a bottle of their sauce next time around too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Akira 1 year ago on Google
    A great restaurant offering an excellent quality arepa for a reasonable price. Order: Llanera Arepa ($10.00 each) x1 - Plenty of juicy beef inside - The avocado and tomato were great but there wasn't enough of them - The bun was a bit dry and I'd recommend adding extra sauce Vegetarian Arepa ($9.00 each) x1 - The filling was made up of mostly beans - The sauce and feta complimented the beans well and added more flavor - The greens were lacking in the arepa Atmosphere and Site: - A few tables inside with a cozy atmosphere - The outside of the restaurant doesn't grab your attention, making it so that it could be missed as you walk by Service: - The staff were friendly and able to explain the menu items - The food came out quickly
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zee 2 years ago on Google
    I can see why people rave about this - staff is friendly and helpful, portions are big for a fair price and there are many choices including vegeterian options. In my experience the bread used for the arepas has a very particular taste which might not be for everyone. Next time, I will try their sandwiches. Definitely worth trying this spot out!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Esteban N. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was alright. We had the Isabella, which was pretty dry and lacked flavour. And the pollo picante which was much better. Loved the cheese and the arepa texture. But it was not worth $40 for three of these. Probably wouldn’t get them again, sorry!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 tanya a. 1 year ago on Google
    Unbelievably delicious 😋 Fresh fresh fresh and while a little messy worth every penny. Honestly it is so hard to find lunch under $15 downtown anymore. This was a mere $9 and tax. Service was fast and the staff are friendly. Place was spotless despite being very busy. Despite the line I was in and out in under 10 minutes. Great lunch place will be back to check out there breakfast. I had a vegetarian arepa. I went back and oh my God I can't believe the size of this beast sandwich lol Incredible, tasted amazing! Also I am a very introverted person and sometimes ordering food can be anxiety provoking. Not with the patient kind people. Had the pulled beef this time!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angela A. 3 years ago on Google
    Pictures don’t do justice . We love this place so much . Amazing arepas . So many different options and they can accommodate you if you have any food restrictions. This is our favourite arepas place in the Ottawa area . Delicious , just while writing this review I’m craving one already .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ken-Melvin Caspe B. 2 months ago on Google • 30 reviews New
    Some of my friends suggested that I pass by! And it was delicious! I took the famous Arepas (several choices but I took the Pabellon) and I absolutely loved the dough! Crisp, soft and cooked beautifully. They seasoned evenly the beef and I just love how they take care of the meal. The service was good! Nice and cooperative! If you are looking for a place in Downtown Ottawa to eat, pass by here and you will not be disappointed! 😄

  • 4/5 Gilles Marc N. 1 year ago on Google
    Ate the beef pelua with spicy sauce at lunch time. Absolutely loved it. Dont be fooled by the small size. Its stuffed full of beef, cheese and coriander sauce. I added the spicy sauce and I will end up buying it to bring home to pour it over EVERYTHING. The yummy homemade house version is not yet available for sale.

  • 5/5 Gabriel M. 1 year ago on Google
    First time in Ottawa and what better way to start and end my trip here than with some delicious areas, it's as if a little slice of home was planted here, a great blend of traditional and new items was very refreshing! Definitely give this place a shot if you are in the city.

  • 5/5 Luis Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious arepa, I got the Ranchera and a latte and both were excellent. A hearty flavorful breakfast I would come back tomorrow but they're not open on Sundays.

  • 5/5 Missy I. 1 year ago on Google
    There aren't too many places we revisit/reorder from, but this is one of them. Generally prefer the portion size of the regular arepas over the breakfast ones (though the eggs can be very tempting.) The Pabellon and Vegetarian are our favourites. The combinations of ingredients for each sandwich are well thought out, and the coriander sauce is amazing! Have tried arepas from another place (now closed down) and they weren't nearly as delicious.

  • 3/5 Tara L. 4 years ago on Google
    The Cuban sandwich was delicious and soup was flavorful. The arepa was bland and needed salt or maybe even that cilantro sauce. Perhaps I would try a different one next time. The staff was friendly.

  • 5/5 Diana J. 1 year ago on Google
    I have been going to Gooney’s for years, their arepas are consistently amazing and their sauce is so good! You can also buy the sauce separately and it goes well with everything!

  • 5/5 Franklin D. 2 years ago on Google
    Their arepas are out of this world. Excellent customer service, clean, and friendly. -> Went back after 3 yrs just to confirm my initial review. Amazing!

  • 5/5 Yeso F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great Venezuelan food experience Taste and flavour like back home Good size of the meals Excellent atmosphere and amazing staff

  • 5/5 Nicole C. 2 years ago on Google
    The best! Amazing food. Super nice and very friendly family owned restaurant! Our first stop anytime we have friends and family from out of town!

  • 5/5 Monica B. 2 years ago on Google
    I love gettings the bowls from Gooney's!! So much good food, fantastic flavour combinations. The Gooney's Grill bowl is my go-to!

  • 5/5 Rylee K. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious food, with generous portions for the price. Their vegetarian options are phenomenal and I would eat the cilantro sauce with a spoon given the chance. They also have the best breakfast sandwiches in town. As far as the pandemic goes, the restaurant is immaculately clean and I’ve seen the staff sanitize surfaces every time I’ve been in. Truly a treasure hidden in downtown Ottawa.

  • 5/5 Justin D. 2 years ago on Google
    The shredded beef here is great. It's dangerous for my wallet that this place is so close. At least it's very affordable. I wish it was open on weekends but maybe that's for the best.

  • 5/5 Lisa 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely love their food!! Their arepas are so delicious 😋


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
    • ✓️ Paid multi-storey car park
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Healthy options
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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