★★★★★ 4.3(833 reviews)10.7 km from hotel~21 min drive
Byward Café offers a range of shops and services located 10.7 km from Adam's Airport Inn (21 minutes by car).
Ottawa's best shopping districts include the ByWard Market (artisan goods and boutiques), Westboro Village (independent shops), and the Rideau Centre (major brands downtown).
Getting There from Adam’s Airport Inn
21 min
From Adam's Airport Inn, take the Airport Parkway to Highway 417 — it's about 21 minutes by car. Paid parking lot.
Why Guests Love This
Byward Café sits inside the ByWard Market building itself, making it the natural first stop for guests exploring the district. The early 7 AM opening means travelers with morning meetings or early sightseeing plans can fuel up with coffee and a proper breakfast before the market vendors have fully set up. The menu balances familiar breakfast and lunch staples with enough variety to keep it interesting, and the setting inside one of Ottawa’s most iconic buildings adds character that a chain coffee shop simply cannot offer.
Details
Address55 Byward Market Square, Ottawa, ON K1N 9C3, Canada
Byward Café serves breakfast and lunch — eggs, pancakes, sandwiches, salads, soups, and baked goods alongside espresso drinks and fresh juices. The menu is approachable and well-executed, with generous portions. It’s a full-service café rather than just a coffee counter.
What are Byward Café’s hours?
Open daily from 7 AM to 9 PM, with extended hours to 10 PM on Thursday through Saturday. The early opening makes it one of the few spots in the ByWard Market area where you can sit down for breakfast before 9 AM.
Is Byward Café inside the ByWard Market?
Yes. The café is located inside the ByWard Market building at 55 Byward Market Square. You’ll find it on the ground level, surrounded by the market’s other vendors and shops. It’s the ideal spot to grab a coffee before or after browsing the market stalls.
Does Byward Café take reservations?
Reservations are not typically required. It operates on a walk-in basis with counter and table seating. Weekend brunch hours (9–11:30 AM) can get busy, so arriving a few minutes before the rush is advisable if you want a table immediately.
How do I get to Byward Café from Ottawa Airport?
Byward Café is approximately 12 km from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) inside the ByWard Market building. From Adam’s Airport Inn (7 minutes from the terminal), the drive takes about 20 minutes via the Airport Parkway. Use the Clarence Street or George Street parking garages nearby.
Staying in Ottawa?
Adam’s Airport Inn is just 21 minutes from Byward Café. Complimentary breakfast and up to 14 days of free parking included with every stay.
