Ottawa's hidden gem for artisanal pastries, specialty coffees, and delightful afternoon tea.
Tartelette Bakery & Cafe is a charming, centrally located spot on Main Street in Ottawa, celebrated for its exquisite, buttery pastries and expertly crafted coffee drinks. The bakery specializes in unique creations like the pistachio rose croissant and offers a full cafe menu featuring cardamom lattes, flat whites, and Sloane Tea. With a cozy indoor space and seasonal outdoor seating, it provides a perfect atmosphere for relaxing between classes, enjoying afternoon tea, or savoring a casual date. The friendly staff and attention to detail, from decorative touches to high-quality ingredients like Equator coffee, make every visit memorable.
175 Main St unit 7, Ottawa, ON K1S 1C3, Canada
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Freshly baked croissants, tarts, and cakes with unique flavors like pistachio rose and smoked salmon.
Handcrafted lattes, matcha, and flat whites using high-quality beans and alternative milks.
A curated selection of savory sandwiches, sweet treats, and premium teas like Sloane Tea.
Cozy patio area with views, ideal for enjoying your treats in warmer weather.
Perfect for gatherings, offering custom pastries and coffee for parties or meetings.
Overall rating
Kathy Guilbeault
We (3) enjoyed afternoon tea on December 27 and it was exceptional. Our servers were wonderful, the savoury and sweet were all divine! Sloane Tea is a personal favourite. The little touches; spoons, decorative toothpicks in sandwiches, beautiful big tea cups added to the exceptional. Must go back for lunch 😋
Sam Mohr
Tartelette Bakery & Café on Main Street centrally east located is absolutely a hidden gem! The pistachio rose croissant is buttery, and beautifully fragrant with the great taste and combination of pistachio and rose in the baking the croissant that I love the most. Such a great combination. Pair it with their fabulous cardamom latte, The café also offers a great outdoor view, perfect for a cozy fall afternoon. Plus, it’s just a few steps away from the university, making it an ideal spot to relax between classes or work. Highly recommend for anyone craving a delicious pastry and latte.
Karl Peterman
Came here with locals who highly recommended it and can see why. The pastries are not only amazing to look at but taste amazing too. They serve espresso drinks as well and use equator coffee. Staff is friendly and while things don’t move quickly they do good work. The indoor space is tiny and was completely full when we were there on a Sunday morning. I’m guessing it’s often that way so I downgraded the atmosphere a star. In warmer months there is outdoor seating so capacity is better. I had a double chocolate pain au chocolat and really enjoyed it along with a flat white. Definitely recommend!
Liliana Romaní
Nice and clean spot! Prices are reasonable, but what really stood out was the excellent service and amazing food. I was pleasantly surprised to see several pistachio options on the menu including a cheesecake infused with Mediterranean spices (rose, saffron, and cardamom), as well as a pistachio tart and croissant. I tried the cheesecake and the pistachio croissant with rose and both were delicious. Even though the croissant had sugar on top, it wasn’t overly sweet, which I really appreciated. I also ordered a matcha latte with almond milk. The matcha was strong and pleasantly bitter, just the way it should be. Individual desserts (cakes and tarts) were priced between $8.50 and $10 CAD. The ambiance was lovely, perfect for a coffee outing with friends or a casual date.
Yaz Yaz
This Saturday I finally decided to head to Main St to try Tartelette after it kept popping up on my feed. It is a busy and vibrant bakery and coffee shop. Service is good. Although small, the place is clean and welcoming. Pastries look so good they seem fake: I've rarely seen croissants look this perfect. They are tasty too. I tried the plain croissant and the Smoked Salmon and cream cheese croissant and they were both excellent. The cinnamon and honey latte with almond milk was a delight. I will be going back soon for afternoon tea with my girls.
