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Café Qui Pense

Cafe Coffee shop Meal takeaway Sandwich shop Coffee store Dessert shop Kitchen supply store

One of the Top rated Dessert shops in (Old) Ottawa


Address

204 Main St, Ottawa, ON K1S 1C6, Canada

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (236 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 8 am to 4 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 4 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 4 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 4 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 4 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 3 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 4 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (24) good (9) shop (8) delicious (7) service (7) great (7) friendly (6) latte (6) staff (6) scones (6)
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  • 5/5 Al 3 years ago on Google • 929 reviews
    Huge selection for a relatively small coffee shop. Price are competetive and coffee taste delicious. The lady was very friendly as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vy D. 5 years ago on Google
    Small cozy place. I had matcha latte, It was so good, I would definitely go here more often!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Julia C. 3 years ago on Google
    Having a cafe here feels like having a coffee in Italy of France. In addition to the quality of coffee and baked goods, the atmosphere is slower; not rushed. I don't mean that the service is slow. The service is thoughtful, and you can tell that care is being put into each drink. While you might have to wait a few minutes longer for your drink, this is actully good and it encourages you to slow down and savour.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mary R. 1 year ago on Google • 92 reviews
    Small and cozy! I liked the vibe. Not much sitting area but good to grab a coffee. There's a small book store next to it which you can buy books, bags, cards, etc from there. They also sell local products such as chocolates, coffee and tea. I had a medium drip coffeefor $ 2.79. Tasted good. Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sean F. 3 years ago on Google • 21 reviews
    I really enjoy coming here for great coffee and even better service. The whole staff is really community oriented and ethically conscious. The baristas always put in a lot of care into every drink and have been fantastic during the pandemic to keep serving the community in a safe and friendly manner. Thx for the great experiences!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ana A. 2 years ago on Google
    Always fresh muffins, local brew and the coffee excellent and locally gift shop
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ana A. 2 months ago on Google • 150 reviews New
    Small coffee place.. the muffins and scones are very tasty

  • 5/5 Leo K. 1 year ago on Google • 103 reviews
    Great little coffee shop! The misto and dirty chai latte were absolutely delicious. Great scones and desserts. Quick and friendly service.

  • 3/5 Daniel H. 10 months ago on Google • 64 reviews
    We walked over an hour to get here on a beautiful spring day. It was an OK place, but we won't walk that for again to get here. The iced coffee was OK. The Italian Soda was not properly stirred so all the flavour was at the bottom.

  • 5/5 Benjamin B. 2 years ago on Google • 55 reviews
    Great coffee and service! Scones and espresso-based drinks are easily the best in the city. Definitely worth a visit!

  • 5/5 Thomas C. 5 years ago on Google • 30 reviews
    Loving the laid back and hip atmosphere in here! The latte was perfect, the cannelés delicious, and the fresh baked blueberry muffin was superb. The barista was very kind and helpful! I'll be back next time I'm in town.

  • 3/5 Jake V. 8 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Lack of selection for coffee, no light roast on tap, there was too much of an emphasis on knowing french language

  • 5/5 Matthew 2 years ago on Google
    Really good cappuccino, amazing mango scones and friendly service.

  • 5/5 F L. 2 years ago on Google
    Great coffee shop and great pastries !

  • 5/5 Rodrigo L. 6 months ago on Google
    My chocolate was silky and delicious. I will come back for sure. Only issue is seats are a little uncomfortable.

  • 5/5 Rob A. 11 months ago on Google
    All the positive reviews are accurate. Great americano and scones. Friendly staff. Cosy and relaxing environment if you’re eating in. Will be back for sure!!!

  • 4/5 Matthew B. 11 months ago on Google
    I stopped by this coffee shop for a quick snack and drink, and I was pleasantly surprised by the large and delicious latte and good sandwich at such an affordable price. The only suggestion I have is for them to add some bright colors or lights outside so it's easier to spot.

  • 5/5 Evi O. 11 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Scones and croissants worth the trip! Best pastries I tried on a trip to Ottowa. Super nice staff also.

  • 5/5 Maureen M. 1 year ago on Google
    What a great little Cafe, with friendly staff and patrons. I had an amazing almond croissant and chia latte! Definitely worth a visit 🩵

  • 1/5 clint b. 7 years ago on Google
    The coffee is bragged about by staff but good coffee houses are a dime a dozen. The experience bottomed out when I was told there was no Wi-Fi. They do not know their clientele, I was sitting at table where everyone has a laptop out and their phone to do research and work during their business day. My work came to a stand still. The location is right across from the University and between local high schools, yet they do not offer Wi-Fi. What a missed opportunity. The owner runs a book store attached and accessible from the coffee shop, it has Wi-Fi, but they do not share with paying patrons. I understand that are shooting for a relaxed environment, but the experience stressed me out that I went there to work and grab a coffee and realized I was wasting my time.

  • 5/5 Sheryl M. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious coffee and croissant. The gift shop was super cute.

  • 4/5 Dale B. 5 years ago on Google
    Good sandwich and very large delicious latte for the price of less than $5 each. It's a pretty cramped place but it's great if you're grabbing a coffee/snack to go. It would be great if they added some bright colours or lights outside so they stand out a bit more.

  • 5/5 Julie S. 1 year ago on Google
    I will drive or bike there for the coffee and muffins (also scones). It's not in my neighbourhood but one of my destination spots. Love cute vibe. I like the quality local chocolate, small gift things they sell, plus the new-age (not entirely, though) book store next door. I call it the hippy strip. I combine it with the plastic-free grocery store, Green Door restaurant (amazing) or walking over the Clegg St. bridge to Lansdowne market or a canal walk. But I'll also go just for the good coffee and muffins!

  • 5/5 Jiantong F. 1 year ago on Google
    European cappuccino is very good. Very decent coffee shop

  • 5/5 Gerardo S. 1 year ago on Google
    We really loved this place, everything was amazing and the service was really nice! Next time we are in Ottawa we’ll be definitely back!!

  • 5/5 Ellen M. 2 years ago on Google
    Super cute cafe with amazing drinks and INCREDIBLE baked goods. Their scones are absolutely insane. Super friendly staff and the owner is so hard working and kind. Always a great experience, you need to go here!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dessert
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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