Oh So Good Cafe

Great atmosphere and cakes to die for, literally I fear for my safety knowing this place exists. Had a ginger tea and tiramisu slice. Exquisite treats and friendly service.

The perfect setting for a date night. So many delicious deserts to choose from. Friendly staff and great service.

Great service. Great selection. However, there is nothing unique about the cakes they offer and the price is pretty high. Worth the visit for a decent dessert if you are already in the area but it won’t be a unique, exceptional experience.

I’ve been here a few times now. The first time was a few years ago, and the place was more couch-​casual than it is today. Needless to say, this is a great place with a nice variety of cakes and pies available along with a coffee and tea menu as well. If you like sweets, this is a go-​to place in the Byward market area and is open a bit later than some of the other food places downtown. I prefer the big room in back rather than the area out front. There is far more ambiance there and is cozy, arty, and intimate even though you’re surrounded by a lot of other people.
The server we had was marvelous and friendly, and was very helpful in making suggestions concerning which cake to choose. My friend had the triple chocolate and I had the dulce de leche cake. Both were amazingly decadent. I tend to think the portions are on the HUGE size, but I am not normally a dessert eater, so I really had to pace myself with something so sugary and rich. If, however, you have a sweet tooth, you’ll be right at home and in carb-​coma heaven soon enough!

Love this place. Hands down the best atmosphere and carrot cheesecake out of this world. Can’t wait to come back again and chat over a cup of tea and checkout some artwork.

I’m a huge fan of the white chocolate mousse cake. It’s moist, creamy, fluffy and extremely light.
Unfortunately, I’ve tried several of the other cakes including chocolate mousse, cheesecake, green tea tiramisu and ferero Roche and have found these other cakes to be dry. I love the creaminess of the frosting but the cakes themselves were dry and hard to eat.
I do love the atmosphere of Oh So Good and the whole process of eyeing the variety of cakes they have on display. There’s tons of seating spots in the back so it’s a great place to chat and hang out. It’s open late so it will satisfy your late night cake cravings.

Super cute place to come and have dessert. I was very pleased to see they had so many gluten free options in their cake case. I even got to pick what I wanted. I picked the gluten free blueberry cheesecake made with Greek yogurt. It was so good. I would def go back again!

had blueberry cheese cake there. best cake for a while.

This place was recommended to us by a resident of Ottawa and I’m so glad I got to try it! There is a large selection of cakes on display. Although it appears that the cakes are not made in house — the freshness of the cakes is on point and the cakes are very good! I had the green tea tiramisu and it was to die for — very creamy with the taste of green tea shining through. It was also not overly sweet but just enough. I also had their chai tea latte which was just ok, but I’m a bit picky about that so I knocked one star. This would be the perfect place to take a date or catch up with a friend.

This is my favourite dessert place in Ottawa!
I have been here many times and the space is always clean and the staff are always welcoming. They offer a variety of desserts from cheesecakes, fruit cakes to desserts for the chocolate lovers (like me!). I usually get the Triple Chocolate Truffle because it’s moist, not too sweet and has the perfect chocolate flavour– however I have tried many of my friend’s cakes, and they are all amazing! They are pretty generous with the size of the cakes, but they also have bite/​smaller size desserts in the front if you just want a taste of something sweet. There are also good selection of beverages (e.g. teas, speciality coffees, etc).
There is a patio if you prefer being outside and a seating area near the front where the lighting is dim and the atmosphere is more lively. In addition, there is also a more quiet and intimate area in the back with nice art decorations. I have always done the self serving option which requires no tip, but I believe that the area in the back has servers on some nights. Wait times has always been good as well.
I also love how you get a very relaxed feel when you’re here– you can sit at the tables and chat with your friends for hours without feeling like you are being pressured to leave.
Perfect for dates and catching up with friends!
Love this place so much, can’t wait till I get to eat my next piece of cake… mmmmmmmm :)

great cake… BUT…a bit expensive… and a bit rushed by some of the staff…

This place is great for many reasons, but mostly because of the extensive selection of cakes!
I’m originally from Toronto and I’ve been on the lookout for cakes from my favorite Toronto bakery here in Ottawa. I was like a kid in a candy store (well an adult in a cake shop…) when I saw most of the cake selection was from Dufflet bakery! I was with a group of friends and I pretty much was jumping up and down with excitement. My favorite cake is the Lemon coconut one, because it is the perfect balance of flavours with a moist cake and creamy smooth delicious icing. I knew I had to try something new though so I took my time in choosing from the huge selection of cakes on display. There must have been at least 15 if not 20.
I had the chocolate bomb cake, which is a layer of brownie, then cheesecake with bits of brownie inside it. A layer of chocolate mousse and then cocoapowder and a dollop of whipped cream = heaven. Next time I will be trying out a new cake!
The pieces are a bit pricey, about $ 8 per, but they are substantial in my opinion. For a night out for some delicious dessert, it’s not a bad deal and what you would pay anywhere really.
The location is in the byward, so it is pretty crowded, and there is the option of self-​serve or sit-​down (in the back). It’s a spacious location, and the décor is eclectic. The staff are very good at explaining what’s in the cakes and any other information you might need. It’s a tidy space, and the orders come pretty fast so there isn’t a wait time.
You might be confused when you walk in because there isn’t a clear way of ordering, but just ask the staff and they will explain it to you. The disorganization is where they lose a star here, because sometimes you will have to wait to understand what to do in the first place!
I like it for groups and a late night dessert, there’s a huge variety as well we cookies, tarts, icecream and specialty drinks. I would definitely go back and recommend it to friends !

I’ve lived in Ottawa for almost five years now and only just recently heard about this place, and I can say without a doubt I was not disappointed.
They feature original art from local artists, which is available to purchase. Most of it is actually quite good. Some are understandably expensive.
They primarily deal in desserts, and have a pretty good selection. I opted for the strawberry cheesecake (I’m a sucker for cheesecake) and I have to say it was probably the best I’ve ever had.
The waiter was great, very pleasant and personable. Even had a few good laughs with him!
This place can be easy to miss, but it’s definitely a great place to take someone on a date after a dinner in the market!
Five stars for this repeat customer!

Disapointed in the quality of the cakes, especially when they are priced at a whopping $ 8 a slice (they didn’t even show the prices near the cakes). White chocolate and cookie flavored one were mediocre at best.
Service was polite and friendly. Memories had better desserts than this place.

I’ve been here a few times and I have yet to be disappointed. Rarely have I seen so many cakes in one place. You can go back many, many times and not have the same cake twice (unless you choose so of course). While I cannot speak for all the desserts, the ones I have had have been fantastic. I generally get tea, so I can’t speak for the quality of the other drinks.
It is a pretty laid-​back atmosphere and can be somewhat intimate. I think this would be a great place for a group of friends or even a date (assuming your date is not high maintenance). Oh So Good is wonderfully decorated with interesting paintings and art work. Obviously art is subjective, so take my observation with a grain of salt. :)
The service is solid, but I have one small problem. When you get your table they don’t bring you a dessert menu as they have a lot of desserts and their options change. So you have to go to the counter to pick what you want. That’s no big deal. However, the last time I went, when I got back to my table, I found that the staff were clearing my table despite the fact that I just got there. Honestly, that’s no big deal, but it may be helpful if they had a identify tables that are already occupied. I think I would have been upset if my table was cleared and given to someone else. However, the staff are generally friendly and efficient.
This place is popular and can get loud-​ish at times. If you have a small group, it is easy to keep up a conversation. With a large group? More difficult. I have had situations where I was with a large group and at one end of the table and could not keep up with a conversation because of the noise level. But the noise level obviously does depend on how many people are there.
This place is on the pricier side, but I think it is worth it. The cakes are delicious and the portions are generous. Oh So Good is definitely a great place to go.

We dropped in after dinner to pick up some dessert to go – got the Tiramisu, the Triple Chocolate Mousse and the Belgian Chocolate Vanilla cake. Tiramisu was average – not enough coffee or sponginess to it. If you’re up for a rich dessert, the Triple Chocolate Mousse might appeal to you – it’s a mousse cake, than just the mousse. But the Belgian Chocolate Vanilla was perfect – just the right amount of chocolate and sweetness to satisfy any sweet tooth.
If you’re a fan of independent coffee shops with unique flair, this place is it. The staff is friendly and the service is quick.

I have been here years ago and always loved the ambiance and the hours. It was nice to bring a friend here instead of going to a pub.
I recently took my mother and she loved it. The art for sale is fantastic. The ambiance is great. And of course, most importantly the cake we had was fantastic.
I have no complaints about the service either, the server was friendly and helpful.
Overall my experience was good.
Only grip would be the price of the cake. $ 8.20 for a piece of cake is a little much, however they’re big and rich enough to share and when you think about it of you go and buy a couple pints you’re spending and easy 14 –18 $ on yourself alone so a nice alternative to a night out.

I had a pretty mediocre experience.
What is nice is that they have a large selection of deserts.
What is not so nice is their management’s lack of organization. If you sign up to a CSA program to give 10% off to its members, and I chose to come all the way to your shop because I am a member, its because of that incentive. If you randomly decide to stop honoring your incentive, that’s not my fault. Your snide «we don’t do that anymore, we only did it for one month» comment was pretty weak customer service. You could have politely come to us, explained the situation, and then you politely tell us «sorry about the misunderstanding». Snarky commenting from across the room doesn’t cut it.

Parmi les meilleurs gâteaux que j’ai pu manger ! Un trois chocolat à tomber à la renverse ou un fraisier à se damner par exemple ! Si on rajoute un expresso délicieux, que demande le peuple ???

Nicely situated in the Byward Market, next to some popular night spots. This is a nice spot to come for a coffee after a stroll in the market or dessert after dinner. Which is exactly what I did.
I had dinner at a nearby establishment and wandered around the market to see the offerings. An interesting area to say the least with street vendors, bars, restaurants, and even a gentleman’s club right next door.
After wandering around for a while I walked into here for a café au lait and a piece of cake, I tried the Pink Velvet. Knowing full well that this was not a bakery and the cakes are all made off site, La Rocca bakery, which I have generally found to be a decent choice. After slicing the cake and making the coffee i was told the total for my after dinner craving was $ 12 and change. When I sat down near the front of the store so I could people watch as I enjoyed my sugary treat, I realized that although not stale the cake was on the verge of becoming so, either that or the display was refrigerated and a bit too cold as the icing was hardening on the outside. The coffee was good, not at all biter, but I did make an attempt to put sugar in it, but it was a solid clump and I wasn’t interested after seeing that. Which also lead me to be not so surprised to find the cake nearing expiration.
I did like the atmosphere of the place and all the wood made it feel comfortable and the front of the store opens to give that patio feel. I think with a bit more attention to detail, and an adjustment to the price (over $ 12 for a coffee and cake is steep in my opinion) this place would be quite the spot to go to.

In the LATE hours of the night, I was half surprised half amused that a Coffee House was open while even some restaurants and shops in the area is closed for the day. Open even beyond it’s Second Cup and other Coffee counterparts which is an absolute advantage taking in the night-​cap customers after a late dinner. That would be me!
Used and abused would be how I describe the atmosphere and furnishings but maybe that is the whole idea as it has an Indie vibe along with local Art being displayed while on certain nights there will be Musicians entertaining the space. It’s hard to miss the Cake display fridge, I am no different and the variety is pretty impressive for a Coffee House. 2.5’d
Canadian Cappuccino ($ 5.25/Large)
At that price-​point I’ve seen larger cups of Espresso beverages. The «Canadian» aspect of this drink was the «Maple Syrup» which did make it perfectly sweet for an end-​of-​night beverage. The Espresso base was actually quite delicious and smells intoxicating while the drink was prepared by the young staff on duty.

Cheesecake, carrot cake, cupcakes… Toutes une vitrine pleine de gâteaux divers et variés pour le plus grand plaisir des gourmands. En plus c’est ouvert jusqu’à assez tard, parfait pour déguster un bon dessert en ville ou pour prendre un goûter. J’avais pris un cupcake au caramel qui était délicieux, le tout accompagné d’un thé pomme-​cannelle. So delicious ! Mes amis avaient pris d’autres gâteaux qui étaient délicieux. Mais bon c’est cher quand même ! j’ai du payé 10 $ pour tout ça alors que le gâteau n’était pas énorme non plus. L’ambiance est sympa mais les serveuses prennent un peu leur temps. A essayer peut être mais à mon avis il doit y avoir moins cher pour manger un bon goûter.