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Chickpeas

Restaurant Fast food restaurant Mediterranean restaurant Vegan restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in (Old) Ottawa


Address

500 Terminal Ave. A-05, Ottawa, ON K1G 0Z3, Canada

Website

www.chickpeasottawa.com

Contact

+1 613-789-8999

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am to 6 pm
  • Monday: 11 am to 6 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: falafel (26) service (20) hummus (16) amazing (15) time (15) delicious (13) fresh (13) staff (10) taste (9) wedges (9)
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  • 5/5 Priyanka A. 6 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Chickpeas Ottawa is one of the best vegan/vegetarian food place. Everything is freshly made and it reflects in their taste. The owner, Rami is so welcoming. We tried many different things and we loved everything, from falafel, fattoush, hummus, potato wedges, pita, tahini sauce everything was super delicious. 5 star place. A must visit place.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Circo9 2 years ago on Google
    The zatar wedges were SO GOOD. Fresh and crispy with great tasting spices. Stay away from the garlic sauce though. It has weird consistency and doesn't taste much. The falafel sandwich was also good.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniela P. 1 year ago on Google
    Really great value for money and tasty too. I ordered one of their falafel wraps with a side fattoush salad and it was delicious. Great portion if you’re hungry and feel like having something healthy. The restaurant itself is nice and clean, and the staff is friendly.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 nirali g. 9 months ago on Google • 125 reviews
    An amazing vegan restaurant with a variety of hummus. We tried falafel with hummus and pita. Jalapeño hummus is the best out of all in my opinion. The food served was delicious! Staff service is good. I’d definitely visit it again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Victor F. 4 years ago on Google
    Had the opportunity to meet the owner at the Ottawa Veg Fest and knew I needed to try his restaurant. It did not disappoint. The dishes are fun, lively, but most importantly delicious! Service was great and prices are fair. The variety of hummus is creative and satisfies the taste buds. Our picky eater 3-year-old loved the lentil soup. I hope they can open more locations soon.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Noah G. 2 years ago on Google
    This was my first stop when I arrived in Ottawa by bus. I went to Goodlife and then I walked 20 minutes to Chickpeas. I had to try the vegan middle eastern restaurant. I was delighted by my falafel, potato wedges, pita and hummus. They gave me extra wedges because it was my first time. But it will not be my last.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bador A. 8 months ago on Google • 117 reviews
    I came here by accident. I Googled "best shawarma in Ottawa" and this was the highest rated of 3 immediate options. There is no shawarma here. Quite the opposite as this is actually an entirely vegan restaurant. However, what I did find was the best vegan food I've had in a long time. I had their lentil soup, which reminded me of my mom's lentil soup growing up. I also had their falafel sandwich (not pictured) and can honestly say I haven't had falafel this good in a restaurant before. Again, traditional recipe most likely, nothing like the dry falafel you can get at almost every shawarma place. Much more likely to find this quality in someone's home. Also had a Turkish coffee and was pleasantly surprised that they make it with cardamom, another detail that reminded me of home cooked food. At the end I wanted to go into the kitchen to see if my mom actually works here! Felt like having a home cooked meal, could recommend this place more.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joanna 8 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Fresh, made from scratch hummus - SO many tasty hummus options. Excellent service! Our meals were excellent!! Lovely spot with something for everyone.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Anna K. 1 year ago on Google
    Very tasty food for a very reasonable price. Highly recommend it. Service though needs a bit of improvement. Lady at the front taking orders did not know they were out of several pretty essential items on the menu and had to come back to us several times to ask for changes to our order. Also it was around 40 min to closing when we placed our order with no people inside. We sat down and waited for the order. It was prepared for take out even though we never asked for take out as we were hoping to sit and eat. We were told no inside dining 30 min before closing, this should have been communicated at the time of ordering. Anyway...small service hick ups but food and prices were very good and definitely will come back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steve W. 11 months ago on Google • 288 reviews
    We went here for lunch because they are egg free (allergy in the party) and the food is great. I had the "Green Olive Salad" for the first time. There were loads of olives, which was a really good thing. The mint among the greens added a very pleasant and fresh wedge to the taste as good the green onions. It was a decent sized bowl and I didn't go away feeling hungry....as can sometime happen with a salad-only meal. On the drinks side the cover was whatever they had in their beverage fridge - in cans or bottles. Maybe there's an opportunity here to add some value via something more interesting.

  • 5/5 Matt G. 8 months ago on Google
    Amazing service by staff and owner! I highly recommend their amazing Vegan food...don't forget the Avocado Hummus !!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kara H. 1 year ago on Google
    The best food & nicest staff! The falafel is so flavourful, the portions are just right and there’s something on the menu for everyone.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abe D. 3 months ago on Google • 92 reviews New
    Best falafel join in Ottawa 🥙 the service is amazing and always greeted with a smile by the staff every time I go. The falafel is cooked fresh daily and the hummus options of different flavours is just yum 😋 I loved the fattoush salad as well especially with the pomegranate molasses ! Whatever you order from the menu, you won’t be disappointed !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Khalid S. 6 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Rami and his family, the owners, are absolutely wonderful people. Knd, passionate, and generous. Had the hummus (best I've ever had, seriously) and the olive salad (tangy and fresh). Both were delicious. Rami was also kind of enough to gift me 2 fresh falafels to try, and they were absolutely on point. Highly recommend this place, will definitely be coming again! 😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Len G. 8 months ago on Google
    Can't believe it took me seven years to check out this gem! Everything was tasty, and I was delighted by the healthy choices, like the quinoa in tabouleh, and whole wheat pita offered with falafel. By the way those falafel are perfect. Unlike any I've tasted, including in Israel. The fries were also a revelation, with a Mediterranean twist in the spicing. And the food isn't oily and junky. Also love the ownership and staff. Warm engaging people who make you feel at home. And good space to spread out and eat. Pretty much my go-to joint now. 👌
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kitty L. 2 years ago on Google
    The salads were super fresh; the pomegranate dressing in the olive salad was vibrant and could've been sold on its own. The soup was flavorful and soul-warming. The portions were very reasonable. For a fast-food joint, the service was impeccable... better than most table-service places. The staff clearly took pride in what they prepared for their clientele as they came to ask how was the food, and you could see the beaming behind his mask when we told him. I come from a family of restaurant service workers, and this is what the service industry is missing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Joyce C. 2 years ago on Google
    Thanks so much Omar! My dad enjoyed the falafel sandwhich and the hummous. He said the fattoush was delish and the soup he said was excellent (which is high praise coming from him coz he is so picky!!). I only have 4 coz we didn't dine in. On my behalf I think the falefel was amazing as always! Thanks for the taste while I waited, which was a short quick wait!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chaz z. 11 months ago on Google
    Chickpeas is always a go to choice for delectably crafted falafel sandwiches. Falafel are always made to order, sandwiches include delicious toppings that stand out flavorwise from each other - mint is always a must for me and adds so much to the sandwich. I always get the Jalapeño falafel sandwich/wrap (4.8/5) and it is always fresh, flavorful, filling and refreshing without being heavy or bloating. The jalapeño hummus adds a nice slight spicy touch to an already amazing wrap. I spoke with the owner who was very nice and super friendly! Sorry again for coming in last minute on a holiday monday, thank you for being open!😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Deekshant W. 4 months ago on Google • 54 reviews
    I'm a vegetarian, and this was on top.of my bucket list, but the food was just awful. I had ordered a falafel sandwich with a side of wedges. The falafel was too dry and cold. The sauce they gave along with the wedges was bitter. And the wedges were the only edible part of my dinner. I even got overcharged for some reason I don't know why, but the only reason I'm mad about it is because I was really hungry and was looking forward to eating here for a long time and I had to return home hungry.

  • 5/5 saif r. 4 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    I recently had the pleasure of ordering from this falafel restaurant, and I must say, it was an absolute delight. The food arrived piping hot, and it was clear that it had been freshly cooked with great care. Not only did it arrive on time, but it even exceeded my expectations. The quality and quantity of the food were impressive, leaving me pleasantly surprised. I can’t recommend this place enough, and I look forward to ordering from them again!

  • 5/5 Stephanie D. 1 year ago on Google
    Warm, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, alluring green coloured falafels! Best I’ve had. Fab and friendly service. 5 gold stars!

  • 5/5 David B. 7 months ago on Google
    Figured I'd finally give this spot a try after my workout. I was greeted by Rami and he provided exceptional service the whole time I was there. He walked me through the flavors, what they offer and even allowed some testing of the hummus so I can order exactly what I'd like. The food was high quality, extremely tasty and not to overwhelming. A++ service & food. Highly recomend. Glad I came by.

  • 5/5 Mustapha C. 7 months ago on Google
    The food is amazing! Never had a better falafel in my life! And the lentil soup is a must! Try the patato wedges and hot sauce, they are amazing! The service is amazing and the Owner understand how deliver quality service and quality food.

  • 5/5 Matthew H. 6 months ago on Google
    So glad I made the detour and checked this place out. Customer service top notch - and is one of the few restaurants in Ottawa with a clear and immediate knowledge of their (fresh!) ingredients (I have odd allergies). Soup and sandwich both fresh, excellent, tasty, perfect size, and well balanced. I have found myself a new favourite stop when in the area. And maybe an excuse to be in the area too :D

  • 5/5 Jennifer G. 9 months ago on Google
    The most delicious falafel wrap I’ve ever had. Very fresh ingredients all made from scratch. Friendly staff. And the entire menu is vegan. Can’t wait to try some new menu items my next visit. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Sharon F. 8 months ago on Google
    Chickpeas make the best falafels ever! Everything is made on the premises - they are so fresh and they taste amazing. Every time I visit Ottawa I pay Chickpeas at least one visit! Omar served me today, 10 out of 10 for service. Keep up the good work. Your service and the food keep me coming back.

  • 5/5 Caroline J. 1 year ago on Google
    First time trying this spot and all I can say is WOW. Such beautiful, fresh, healthy food! And also super tasty! Friendly service was also much appreciated. I'm already planning to go back to try the lentil soup. Falafel are the best I have had.

  • 5/5 natasha r. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food and great staff 😍 thank you will be back

  • 5/5 Danine 1 year ago on Google
    Crazy crazy amazing food! So delicious, it’s hard to believe it’s vegan. So excited to have a wonderful place to go that is not only incredibly flavorful, but the service is also amazing. So glad I stumbled on this restaurant today! What a super find 😍

  • 5/5 Tyler T. 2 years ago on Google
    Definitely go check this place out! Absolutely delicious and so fresh! We had the avocado wrap and the roasted pepper wrap, and both were phenomenal! The employees are super friendly, go support this local place as businesses are struggling so much right now!

  • 3/5 Caitlin M. 1 year ago on Google
    Food wise, it is some of the genuinely most delicious and fresh tasting food I've ever had. I love it and I get takeout all the time. My issue is that I have tried dining in a handful of times and it has been a bad experience each time. There were very, very dirty and dusty tables, chairs and windowsills. One time some alarm had malfunctioned and was going off the entire time, staff didn't apologize or even acknowledge it, just exchanged expletives among themselves. A couple of times the staff was so indifferent and cold, which shocked me because the owner is lovely and I truly expected a much better standard. I actively avoid eating here, which is saying a lot considering how incredible the food is!

  • 5/5 Modell 2 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing. Truly the best falafel ball I’ve ever had. Staff are friendly and welcoming. First time there was perfect. Even other customers were great and offered suggestions. Can’t wait to go back!

  • 5/5 Mazen J. 2 years ago on Google
    I have to say, I'm very impressed at the quality, freshness and taste. Simply delicious. Don't tell my Lebanese mom but this is the best Falafel and Hummus I've had thus far. Great options for vegetarians as well. Keep up the excellent food and service guys! Mazen.

  • 5/5 Joe x. 2 years ago on Google
    Really amazing hidden gem in Ottawa, moist falafel Really tasty flavors, don't skip on the Zatar wedges.

  • 5/5 Marine 4 years ago on Google
    This place is amazing. Home made lentils soup taste heavenly. The mix hummus place taste creamy good like iced cream - my fav mango flavour almost like desert.

  • 3/5 Tommy R. 4 years ago on Google
    The food was great. I very much enjoyed it. We had a wrap and a kids meal. The wrap was filling and flavourful. The falafel and hummus were excellent! My gripe is that it doesn’t feel clean. The tables are dirty, it feels like there is a layer of grease on the floor, the high chairs were gross. Good food, decent prices, just not the cleanest.

  • 5/5 Emily M. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this place for a quick healthy yummy meal. They make amazing hummus in so many unique flavours. You have to try the mango hummus! All of their wraps are delicious. Our favourites include the black bean, original, roasted jalapeno or the beet one. The lentil soup and olive salad are the best sides! And those extra chips they give you on the side are 👌.

  • 5/5 Tina Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Been here twice, and will definitely go again. The wraps are AMAZING. Prices are on the higher-end, but it’s definitely worth it. I’ve been craving their tasty falafel wraps, so I might pay a visit there again tonight. Thanks for the great service and delicious food!

  • 5/5 nadeen a. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    One of the best Vegan restaurants I’ve been to! They have the BEST salads, falafel and Hummus. For spicy lovers Jalapeño Hummus is a MUST TRY. Also make sure to find Rami, he is the one of the sweetest most helpful owners there :)))


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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