Wild Oats Cafe: Vegetarian Food, Ottawa, Ontario
Healthy, Meatless Meals for a Great Price While Traveling in Canada
Dec 27, 2008
While finding both great and affordable food when traveling in unfamiliar territory can often be daunting, for a vegetarian or anyone with any dietary restrictions the task can be even more difficult. However, one place that is a MUST for anyone visiting Ottawa, Ontario is Wild Oats Cafe, located at 817 Bank Street. Though located about 3 miles from the main city center, this establishment is definitely worth the little side trip.
Some Offerings:
While there is something to please everyone no matter what their dietary needs, those who have specific restrictions will be particularly pleased to find a place that specializes in dietary precincts. Whether you are craving breakfast, lunch or a sweet treat, this establishment has it all.
Upon entering one will notice that there are two sections of the cafe, one for ‘sit down’ and the other for 'take away.' If you are on the go, select from the numerous choices at the hot food bar, where selections such as vegetarian lasagna, daal with rice, vegetable pad Thai, wild brown rice, or vegetable medley, are all clearly labeled as being gluten free, vegetarian, egg free, etc. Selections are sold by the size of the bowl chosen, ranging from small to large, with take away priced the same, based on the containers selected. Each selection from the hot food bar comes with your choice of artisan bread and butter. As a hearty and delicious lunch, the daal with the wild rice is an excellent choice.
On the take away side of the café, one will also notice a selection of artisan breads, muffins and dessert offerings. Again, everything is clearly labeled with the specific dietary needs; therefore there is nothing left up to the customer to guess, as all ingredients are listed as well. For any chocolate lovers looking for a sweet ending to their meal, the chocolate peanut butter bars are worth the caloric indulgence. Also gluten free and vegan, this dessert combines semi-sweet chocolate, maple syrup, peanuts, sugar and rice flour to make a crumbly crusted gastronomic delight. The combination of sweet and salty will make anyone want to buy another to take on the road. Sorry to those allergic to peanuts, this is one dessert that is off limits.
For those looking to remain at the cafe for their meal, the other side is set for anyone desiring to eat in. Here one can choose from a variety of ‘made to order’ items ranging from paninis, to pancakes to omelets. Choose from any of the freshly made breads as the base for your sandwich. Select from the eggs, egg whites and accompaniments to structure your own personal omelet. Choose from a variety of flours such as whole wheat or multigrain and any 'add-ins' such as blueberries, raspberries and for those looking for something a little more indulgent, chocolate chips, and structure your perfect pancake.
Pricing and Quality
Each item is fresh, organic and made to order. Anyone can taste the freshness of their eggs in their made to order omelets. The artisan breads made with organic flours are unbeatable. With such high quality one might expect the sticker price to be rather high. On the contrary one can have a medium sized bowl of daal and rice, along with a peanut butter bar for dessert and a bottle of water for about $12. With highest quality and fresh ingredients, the food and pricing are unmatched.
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