Chez Lucien
Comfortable tavern open late featuring hamburgers & other hearty comfort eats, plus craft beer.
Chez Lucien is a solid mid-range choice for Ottawa visitors, located 11.0 km from Adam's Airport Inn (22 minutes by car). With a 4.6-star Google rating from 3,186 reviews, it has earned a loyal following among locals and visitors alike.
Arrive early or outside peak hours (6-8 PM) to avoid a wait — this is a popular spot.
Getting There from Adam’s Airport Inn
From Adam's Airport Inn, take the Airport Parkway to Highway 417 — it's about 22 minutes by car. Paid parking lot.
Why Guests Love This
Chez Lucien is the ByWard Market tavern that locals protect like a secret. No website, no pretension—just excellent burgers, cold craft beer, and a space that feels like it has been here forever. Our guests who discover it invariably wish they had more nights in Ottawa to come back. It’s 20 minutes from Adam’s Airport Inn and open until 2:00 AM every night, making it perfect for late arrivals who still want a proper meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chez Lucien does not take reservations. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive before 7:00 PM on weekends to avoid a wait, or visit on a weeknight for a more relaxed experience.
The burgers are legendary—made with quality beef and served without fuss. The beer selection focuses on craft options from Ontario and Quebec. Cash is king here; the menu is concise and every item earns its place.
Yes. Chez Lucien is open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM every day of the week. It is one of the few quality restaurants in the ByWard Market that serves food well past midnight.
Street parking on Murray Street is limited. The ByWard Market parking garage on George Street is the most reliable option, approximately a two-minute walk from the restaurant.
Chez Lucien is in the ByWard Market, roughly 20 minutes from Ottawa International Airport (YOW). Stay at Adam’s Airport Inn (7 minutes from the terminal) and take the Airport Parkway north to Highway 417, exiting at Nicholas Street. The ByWard Market parking garage on George Street is the closest option.
Staying in Ottawa?
Adam’s Airport Inn is just 22 minutes from Chez Lucien. Book direct for the best rate, complimentary breakfast, and up to 14 days of free parking.
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