BeaverTails (ByWard Market)
BeaverTails / Queues de Castor
BeaverTails fried dough pastries were born in 1978, and their very first stand was in the ByWard Market, making this the classic spot to try them.
BeaverTails are one of Ottawa's most famous sweet treats, born in 1978 with their first stand opening in the ByWard Market. This location on George Street is situated inside the market, with over 2,000 reviews on Tripadvisor and a 4.6 rating. The classic flavor, Killaloe Sunrise, is sprinkled with cinnamon sugar and served with a lemon wedge, costing about 8 CAD; other flavors are around 8-10 CAD, subject to in-store pricing. Operating hours listed on various platforms vary, so you may want to call ahead if visiting late in the evening. It is about a ten-minute walk from Parliament Hill, making it a perfect stop while exploring the market.
Opening hours
Approx. daily 11:00-22:00, Fri-Sat until 23:00 (subject to seasonal adjustments)
Nearby sights
- ByWard Market
- Château Laurier
- National War Memorial
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Ottawa
- Rideau Canal & Ottawa Locks
- Major's Hill Park
- National Gallery of Canada
- Parliament Hill