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Chateau Lafayette the Laff

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We are Ottawa's Oldest Bar, having been in the historic ByWard Market since 1849. The business has gone through many changes in history, with a recent renovation completed in early 2016. We offer a wide range of beers - from Labatt 50 (our house beer) to a variety of local, craft options from the "613" area (Ottawa area code). We have a full bar; though our motto is "No Stupid Drinks". Our food is simple and delicious and we make 95% of it right in house. We don't believe in cover charge, so come as you are, find a seat, and have some fun. We offer free board games, a digital jukebox, live local music several days a week, and you'll find our prices are fair on food and drink. We are a community bar that loves to see large groups find their spot, and enjoy each others company; we do also offer free wifi for all guests. Simple is key here, and we don't take anything too seriously. We'd love to get to know you so stop by sometime! See you at the Laff!

Day of the Week Opening Hours
Monday 11:00 - 2:00
Tuesday 11:00 - 2:00
Wednesday 11:00 - 2:00
Thursday 11:00 - 2:00
Friday 11:00 - 2:00
Saturday 11:00 - 2:00
Sunday 11:00 - 2:00

Cuisines

  • 🍸 Bar
  • 🍺 Pub

Dining Options

  • 💺 Seating
  • ♿ Wheelchair Accessible
  • 🍷 Serves Alcohol
  • 🅿️ Parking Available
  • 🍸 Full Bar
  • 📶 Free Wifi
  • 📺 Television
  • 💳 Accepts Visa
  • 💳 Accepts Mastercard
  • 🍷🍺 Wine and Beer
  • 💳 Accepts American Express
  • 🎶 Live Music
  • 🍱 Lunch
  • 🍽️ Dinner
Accepts Visa Accepts Mastercard Accepts American Express

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Stephen Hand
2018-11-23 on google

Labelled the oldest bar in Canada, I was hoping for the interior to have a bit of character. Unfortunately, the interior is pretty bland and "divey". We went early Saturday evening, which is a primer for the live music / DJ event that most likely happened long after we left. A mixed crowd of young and old. The interior is a bit tight.We had the bobo balls (deep fried sausage balls) and the poutine which you can have smoked meat added at no charge. The poutine was quite good, with lots of cheese curds. The bobo balls are a hard pass. The place has a good beer selection.

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Tim Gilhuly
2018-11-14 on google

Cool bar and staff. Friendly atmosphere.

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Trailhead Yarns
2018-10-16 on google

It gets 3 stars because it had a great scotch that I love. The outside is nice but the inside has a major identity crisis, is it a dive bar or a historical landmark???

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Between 4pm - 6pm. Come early as the bar packs up quick.

Every Saturday!

Sometimes he plays at the Elmdale Oyster House & Tavern in the West End.

Yes

People definitely dance, although i guess there isnt really a dance floor. The music is from a juke box and sometimes people play country.

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