Ottawa Foodies

My wife and I used to go here a lot when we lived in that area. Great service and a dependable no-nonsense breakfast.

This is a great little greasy spoon tucked away in a strip mall on Merivale. Style-wise it is reminiscent of a 60's diner and the clientele tend to be on the older side - which gives the place a special old-school charm. The lady at the cash gives me a funny look everytime I step in, almost like I've discovered their secret breakfast paradise and I'm intruding upon it.

Your typical 'breakfast special' can be had for < $4 taxes-in, including tea or coffee. Service is lightning fast and very friendly.

Mello's coffee shop has, likely, the best fish and chips around for the buck. I think you can get takeout F&C for like... $5, which is one hearty portion of fried fish, french fries, and some coleslaw. I love diners, greasy spoons, etc... and this is one place to check out for that feeling of nostalgia. Just don't order the fountain soft drinks - they aren't so good... it IS a coffee shop after all.