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Interior view of the NGC Boutique.

Shopping, Dining and Amenities

  1. Boutique
  2. Cafeteria
  3. Happy Goat Coffee
  4. Tavern at the Gallery
  5. Amenities

Shopping

The Boutique

Enjoy the art of shopping in the Gallery’s Boutique.

Explore our wide selection of items, including books, posters, stationery, decorative accessories and toys, and discover our new Canadian jewellery collections, exhibition merchandise and unique gift ideas inspired by the Gallery’s collection. 

  • The Boutique operates with the same hours as the Gallery.
  • NGC Members enjoy a 15% discount on most purchases

The Boutique Online

Can’t make it to the Gallery? Browse our extensive range of products wherever you are.

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Dining

View of the Parliament Buildings from the Cafeteria

Cafeteria

•  Located on Level 1
•  NGC Members enjoy a 15% discount

Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesday

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday*

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cafeteria Menu

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Cafeteria Menu

Grab & Go

 

Soup of The Day
(add a small mixed greens salad +$3)

$4.50

Salads

House Mixed Green Salad*
*gluten free, vegetarian

$6

The Chicken Mediterranean
marinated chicken strips, green salad, tomato, cucumber, kalamata olives, red onions, feta, and oregano vinaigrette

$15

Harvest Grain Bowl*
quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, kale, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, apple cider vinaigrette
*vegetarian

$15

Sandwiches

Arugula Avocado Egg Salad on Marble Rye

$11

The Smokehouse Chicken Wrap
oven-roasted chicken, sautéed bell peppers, chipotle mayo, roasted onions, corn salsa

$12

Panino Roma
stack of mortadella, prosciutto, salami, and oven-roasted turkey with peppery arugula, dijonnaise, grana padano cheese

$13

Autumn Smoked Turkey & Cheddar on Multigrain
bitter arugula, apple-honey mustard spread

$13

Made to Order

 

Crispy Chicken Tenders & Fries
ketchup and plum sauce

$11

Toasted Kettleman’s Bagel*
plain or scallion cream cheese, tomato, red onion
Add smoked salmon, capers + $5
*vegetarian

$5.50

Burgers

Served with your choice of house salad, soup, or french fries

Double Smash Burger*
ground beef, smoked cheddar, lettuce, tomato, and caramelized onion with a chipotle aioli on a brioche bun
Add bacon + $3
*halal

$17

Three Sisters Vegan Burger*
black bean patty, peppery arugula, tomato, and onion, finished with a rich molasses crema
*vegan

$16

Hot Sandwiches

Served with your choice of house mixed green salad, soup or fries

Montreal Smoked Meat
marble rye, pickles, mustard

$16

Baja Coastal Tacos 
fish fillet with crisp cabbage, roasted corn salsa and creamy lime dressing on 2 soft flour tortillas

$17

Maple-Glazed Chicken & Brie Sandwich
grilled chicken, brie, cranberry compote, and maple-Dijon spread on ciabatta

$16

Roasted Squash & Goat Cheese Flatbread*
seasonal squash, goat cheese, caramelized onions, spinach, balsamic drizzle
*vegetarian

$15

Fries

Poutine
with cheese curds and gravy

$10

Fries [medium]

$5

Fries [large]

$7

Sweets

Churro Bites

$9

Assorted Cakes

$7

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A Happy Goat coffee cup being held outside of the NGC.

Happy Goat Coffee

Happy Goat Coffee Co. is an Ottawa-based coffee chain that specializes in expertly roasted beans, directly sourced from coffee farmers. Their business centres around community, often partnering with charities to support local artists, musicians, and causes. On your next Gallery visit, be sure to stop by and enjoy a specialty coffee or refreshment, along with a delicious snack.

•  Located beside the group entrance
•  NGC Members enjoy a 10% discount

Hours

Monday

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesday

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Wednesday

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Thursday

9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 

Friday

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Saturday

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Sunday

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

 

The patio of the Tavern

Tavern at the Gallery

Tavern at the Gallery is closed for the season and will reopen in Spring 2026. See you then!

Tavern at the Gallery is a full-service patio and lounge in the Sunken Garden of the National Gallery of Canada. A varied but simple menu includes handmade pizza, charcuterie boards, sandwiches and features full bar service including Tavern cocktails and a good selection of wine and beer. 

  • Seasonal patio
  • NGC Members enjoy a 10% discount
  • Welcomes all guests, including leashed dogs

Tavern

Cafeteria

The Cafeteria offers daily specials, salad and dessert bars, kids menu, made-to-order sandwiches and more in an informal, self-service atmosphere. It also features a glass rotunda, a private patio and an inspiring view of Nepean Point, the Ottawa River and Parliament Hill. 

Opening hours

NGC Members enjoy a 20% discount on food at the Cafeteria, with minimum purchase of $5.

A family enjoying a meal at the Cafeteria.

 

Amenities

Need to check your coat, access to parking or a cash machine? Find out more about amenities at the National Gallery of Canada here.

A family sitting together in the Scotiabank Great Hall.

Cloakroom

The cloakroom is free of charge. Bags larger than 30 × 40 × 12 cm (12 × 16 × 5 inches), backpacks, luggage and umbrellas must be checked in the cloakroom, where you can also check your coat. Bags may be searched upon entering or leaving the building.

All-Gender Washroom

An all-gender washroom accessible to all members of the public is located on the lower level of the Gallery (access from Scotiabank Great Hall).

Lost and found

Have you left something behind at the Gallery? The Lost and Found is located at the cloakroom.

Strollers and wheelchairs

All galleries and facilities are wheelchair accessible. Strollers and wheelchairs are provided free of charge at the Foyer Information Desk. No reservation required.

Cash machine

There is one ATM machine at the National Gallery. The machine is located on the Ground Level at the cloakroom. 

Parking

Open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Underground parking costs $2.75 per half-hour, up to a daily maximum of $21 (Members $16). The clearance for the underground parking garage is 1.8 metres (6 feet). Parking is also permitted on adjacent streets.

Group Amenities

Groups are welcome to the National Gallery of Canada and can benefit from reduced group entry fees and special services. All groups must reserve in advance to obtain a group admission rate. Learn more about group admission fees and amenities. 

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the Gallery.

 

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