★★★★★ 4.2(6,785 reviews)10.9 km from hotel~22 min drive
An extensive menu with all-day breakfast, burgers & poutine is at this 24-hour Canadian diner.
Zak's Diner is a solid choice for an evening out in Ottawa, located 10.9 km from Adam's Airport Inn (22 minutes by car). With 6,785 Google reviews and a 4.2-star rating, it's clearly a local favourite.
Ottawa's nightlife tends to be relaxed and welcoming — smart casual dress is the norm. The bar scene heats up after 9 PM on weekends.
Getting There from Adam’s Airport Inn
22 min
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
Zak’s is Ottawa’s definitive Byward Market diner — a 24-hour institution wedged into one of the city’s most popular tourist districts. The retro chrome-and-neon interior, the all-day breakfast menu, and the sheer energy of the place at midnight make it a quintessential Ottawa experience. For hotel guests exploring the Byward Market, Zak’s is an easy anchor point: grab a late breakfast before shopping the market stalls, refuel with a milkshake and burger between museum visits, or end a night out with pancakes. The portions are deliberately oversized, the service is fast, and the prices haven’t lost touch with reality despite the prime tourist-district address.
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Address14 Byward Market Square, Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1, Canada
Yes. Zak’s Diner in the Byward Market operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The full menu is available at all times. Late-night hours (after 11 PM) bring a particularly lively crowd, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
What should I order at Zak’s Diner?
The all-day breakfast is the most popular order — eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, and pancakes. The milkshakes are thick and generously portioned. For lunch or dinner, the classic burgers and the club sandwich are reliable. First-time visitors to Ottawa should try the poutine.
Is Zak’s Diner good for families?
Yes, especially during daytime hours. The diner is family-friendly with a straightforward menu that children enjoy — pancakes, grilled cheese, chicken fingers, and milkshakes. After 10 PM the crowd trends younger and louder, which may not suit families with small children.
Is there parking near Zak’s Diner in the Byward Market?
The Byward Market has several paid parking garages within a 2-minute walk. Street parking is metered during the day and free after 7 PM. On weekends the area is busy, so a parking garage is more reliable. A rideshare from Adam’s Airport Inn takes about 22 minutes.
How do I get to Zak’s Diner from Ottawa Airport?
Zak’s Diner is approximately 10.9 km from Ottawa International Airport (YOW). From Adam’s Airport Inn, take the Airport Parkway north to Highway 417 and exit at King Edward Avenue for the Byward Market. The drive takes about 22 minutes.
Staying in Ottawa?
Adam’s Airport Inn is just 22 minutes from Zak's Diner. Complimentary breakfast and up to 14 days of free parking included with every stay.
