Heated Rivalry Ottawa Information: Shane & Ilya–Coded Spots Across the Metropolis From A Native
As an Ottawa native, I’m so excited to see Ottawa within the highlight from the hit sequence, Heated Rivalry. Not solely is it Shane’s hometown and town that formed him nevertheless it’s additionally the place Ilya may be going subsequent?! For those who’re coming for the vibes, the hockey vitality, and able to see what Ottawa’s about, this information is for you. This information will provide help to get pleasure from Ottawa via a Heated Rivalry lens, from metropolis exploring to cottage getaways.
Bars & Cafés in Ottawa that Shane Would Really Go To
Listed here are some highlights in Ottawa’s drink scene which are very Shane-coded.
- Orange Cream Seltzer at Metropolis Seltzer (by way of Dominion Metropolis Brewing) tastes pretty much as good because it appears to be like. This native drink was modelled by Shane within the present
- Little Victories Espresso has elite espresso, minimalist vibes, and a staple for locals. That is the place Shane would have a while to learn or meet up with teammates
- Black Squirrel Books is a café and bookstore, aka the place Shane would completely be shopping for new books
- Pure Kitchen is a plant-based restaurant is certainly the place Scott would come to get smoothies from Kip. I guess Kip would make the mind booster smoothie for Scott
- Cocktail bars with Shane’s vibe: Moonroom, Rabbit Gap/Jackalope speakeasy, Union 613 speakeasy, Ward 14, Thr33’s Co, Stolen Items
Issues to Do in Ottawa (Heated Rivalry Version)
Skate the World’s Largest Skating Rink
Skating the Rideau Canal is a quintessential Ottawa expertise! You’ll be able to hire skates at a number of factors alongside the canal after which get pleasure from a beavertail at one of many relaxation areas. Shane undoubtedly liked skating on the canal as a child, and possibly as an grownup too. Being again on the canal reminds him that he’s house and grounds him. He most likely displays on how far he’s come as he skates the complete 7.8km.
January/February is one of the best time for the Rideau Canal. If it’s closed, I might see them heading to one in all these skating spots in/round Ottawa.
Love Lock Bridge
On the Somerset Bridge, individuals go away locks. I might see Shane bringing Ilya right here one night time they usually go away a secret love lock collectively. Heated Rivalry love lock! This bridge is over the Rideau Canal so they might do that after skating it.
Canadian Wildlife (Past Loons)
Take pleasure in a Canadian safari at this park the place you drive via and pleasant Canadian wildlife will method your automobile. You’ll be able to even keep in a single day of their wolf chalets the place you may hear precise wolf’s howl (not loons ;)) You’ll have the ability to admire a wolf pack with a glass wall in between you! I might see Ilya being mesmerized by this expertise and it undoubtedly beats Shane watching prey vs predator on youtube!
I might see Shane making a cease right here with Ilya once they’re cottage-bound. They don’t have to fret about paparazzi, simply Elks and deer on the lookout for a carrot. My native tip for them could be to carry 3 luggage of carrots or extra! Take a look at my information for extra of what you may anticipate from Parc Omega right here.
Brunch in Ottawa
I might see the boys heading for brunch postgame day to refuel, whether or not it’s collectively or with teammates. Plus, you could expertise a few of our fantastic brunch spots in your go to! I’ve a full brunch information primarily based on the neighbourhood.
Nationwide Gallery of Canada
Whereas in Ottawa, that is the place Kip and Scott would go for a date. Native tip, it’s free on Thursdays from 5-8 pm, they usually have a particular occasion with a DJ and refreshments! E book a free ticket upfront right here.
Dawn or Sundown
We see a number of dawn moments in Heated Rivalry and there are many epic spots to catch dawn or sundown within the capital. Two of my favourites embody the Ottawa Locks and Kìwekì Level. Take a look at my full information to twenty+ of one of the best dawn/sundown spot,s together with photographs so you may match up a couple of locations in your journey.
Operating within the Capital
We see a number of working in Heated Rivalry, and listed here are the spots they’d head for a run in Ottawa:
- Rideau Canal (scenic and really Ottawa, the Rideau Canal connects many neighbourhoods)
- Ottawa River Pathway (run down the Ottawa locks and beside the Ottawa River). In the event that they wished they will additionally add on a problem of the steps behind Parliament (pictured under)
- Voyageurs Pathway (on the Gatineau facet and also you’ll get epic views of Ottawa)
- Chaudiere Falls has a phenomenal park surrounding it and they might get scenic views that leads them to a waterfall in the event that they selected this route
Enterprise to Gatineau Park
Solely quarter-hour from Ottawa, Gatineau Park is an epic place to go to flee into nature. From turquoise waters at Pink Lake to mountain prime views at King Mountain, it is a must-visit in your journey!
Discover Ottawa Neighbourhood Hintonburg
Spend a while exploring the hip neighbourhood of Hintonburg. It is a neighbourhood that may be neglected by individuals travelling to Ottawa however locals comprehend it’s the place you will discover some wonderful native retailers and eating places. Highlights embody:
- Shane would undoubtedly get his glasses at Wellington Imaginative and prescient Care, a stylish boutique and eye physician
- Provide and Demand, The Third, Chesterfield’s Gastrodiner, Elmdale Tavern, Bar Lupus
- Outlets: Maker Home, Tinseltown, Good day Dolly (printed cookies)
The place to Keep in Downtown Ottawa
For those who’re coming all this manner, keep someplace with a view that makes you’re feeling such as you’re in Heated Rivalry.
- Andaz Ottawa has skyline views and a rooftop bar
- Germain Motels gives polished, fashionable rooms with metropolis views
- The Westin has metropolis views and is true beside the Rideau Canal
- reStays has Parliament views and apartment-style consolation
“I’m Coming to the Cottage” – Distinctive Stays
A cottage must be in your Heated Rivalry itinerary! Spend a while immersed in nature at these epic spots.
Cross the bridge into the Outaouais area, the place you’ll have the ability to discover some close-by epic stays, some as shut as 40 min from Ottawa.
Terre et Neige gives attractive chalets whether or not it’s their A-Body or Scandinavian-inspired chalet. One of many house owners is a chef who has labored in Paris and can carry essentially the most scrumptious breakfast to your chalet, and also you even have the choice so as to add on dinner. You’ll be immersed within the forest for this keep.
HOM Mini Chalets are attractive personal chalets with a sizzling tub and a few with further spa choices. It is a nice keep in all seasons.
Hillhaus Domes is the place you may really feel such as you’re in a snowglobe in winter and revel in lake entry in summer season.
Wolf Chalets at Parc Omega are a one in all a sort keep that you simply’ll always remember. Think about coming eye to eye with a wolf pack!
Roadtrip to Lanaudiere
In Heated Rivalry, Shane’s cottage is predicated in Lanaudiere. I did a highway journey right here and this epic area is filled with waterfalls and distinctive stays! It’s about 3+ hours from Ottawa, so you can simply add it onto your journey. Satirically, we additionally noticed a household of loons right here on one in all our canoe adventures. Take a look at my full information together with lodging right here.
Heated Rivalry Information to Eating places in Ottawa
- Tuna Soften
- Get a connoisseur tuna soften at Artwork-Is-In Bakery. You can also’t go up their cronuts (a donut croissant hybrid)
- Pasta
- Dreamland Café is filled with cozy pasta dishes and since Shane grew up in Ottawa he would know that Little Italy is filled with foodie gems like this
- Bar Lupulus provides date night time vibes and you could get their anolini
- Starling Ottawa has a scrumptious baked rigatoni alla vodka that’s spicy similar to the present
- Ottawa is the unofficial Shawarma Capital of Canada with over 200 eating places to select from. For the true Ottawa expertise you could get a late night time shawarma at someplace like Shawarma Palace or Shawarma King
- Pho is an enormous deal in Ottawa so you could head to Chinatown and warm-up with Pho post-winter journey
- BeaverTails are a candy deal with, not precise beaver tails 😉 Greatest loved as a post-skate snack on the Rideau Canal
- Poutine is a Canadian consolation meals. Since we’re proper on the border with Quebec, enterprise into Gatineau for some true Quebec Poutine. On the Ottawa facet, Elgin Road Diner is a well-liked late night time spot and Ottawa staple
- Burgers: Burgers n’ Fries Endlessly, Chez Lucien, King Eddy
Get together & Nightlife
Bar Hop in Fashionable Neighbourhoods
From ByWard Market to Elgin, there are many locations to spend an evening out! For those who’re on the lookout for dancing, undoubtedly try spots like Coronary heart and Crown, Lieutenant’s Pump, Rabbit Gap, Customary, Waverly. For extra chill, Elgin Road has loads of spots like Elgin Beer Venture, pool at Mclarens and extra. Be sure to take a look at Lookout Bar, an LGBTQ+ bar in ByWard market.
On line casino Lac Leamy
I guess the boys would let free at On line casino Lac Leamy. It has every part you want below one roof from eating places, bars, video games and a membership! Membership ALÉA is the right spot to bop the night time away and possibly the place they’d lock eyes throughout the dancefloor. I’ve a full information to On line casino Lac Leamy right here.
Grown Ass Pizza Get together
These events are at all times a very good time. Grown Ass Pizza Get together takes over native pizza spots for daytime events you’ll love! Pizza + good tunes + good crowds means it’s at all times a very good time! Plus earlier than a recreation day they will’t keep out late so it is a good different.
Igloofest Gatineau
That is the world’s coolest outside music competition however don’t let that scare you! Dance the night time away (perhaps below a snowstorm) to world class DJs. It’s certain to be an unforgettable night time and the boys would love this!
Nature Nocturne
This quarterly celebration transforms the Nature Museum into an epic celebration the place you may dance below an enormous moon, discover the reveals and have a good time out. Every celebration has a unique theme. Kip and his associates would undoubtedly be at these events. E book your tickets and see the totally different themes right here.
Watch the Sport Like a Native
Ottawa’s native NHL workforce is the Ottawa Senators! Cheer them on on the Canadian Tire Middle or head to Elgin Road, also called Sens Mile. The farther the workforce goes, the higher the vitality on Sens Mile! Kip and his associates would head to Elgin St. on recreation day. Best choice could be to go to Elgin Beer Venture, a comfortable bar with a number of native craft brews! Different spots to go embody: Customary, Manor Lounge, Lieutenant’s Pump, Maclarens and extra.
Ottawa can also be house to the Ottawa 67s (OHL) and the Ottawa Cost (PWHL) for some extra hockey enjoyable!
Seasonal Enjoyable in Ottawa
What time of 12 months must you go to Ottawa? There’s one thing particular to embrace in each season.
Winter in Ottawa
Ottawa celebrates winter with Winterlude, a competition filled with enjoyable from ice-carving, skating, snow-tubing, snow sculptures, maple taffy on a stick and extra.
And naturally, skating on the world’s largest skating rink, the Rideau Canal Skateway. That is such a quintessential Ottawa expertise, particularly in case you seize a beavertail too, one of the best post-skate reward.
I’ve a full Ottawa winter bucket listing right here from forest skating trails to dog-sledding to icy waterfalls.
Throughout December Lansdowne is house to the Ottawa Christmas market a European-style Christmas market filled with distributors, lights, and music! From viral sizzling chocolate to bonfires its such a comfortable, enjoyable seasonal exercise.
Spring in Ottawa
See Ottawa filled with vibrant colors with over 1 million tulips planted throughout the downtown core. We’ve got a complete competition to have fun it, the Canadian Tulip Pageant. I’ve a information on the place to see the tulips right here.
Summer time in Ottawa
Town comes alive and if it’s a sunny day the patios are packed! I’ve a full information to Ottawa patios right here from scenic to rooftop! We even have a number of epic festivals to look ahead to together with:
- Ottawa Bluesfest is a multi-day competition providing world-class music in all types of genres
- Festibière du Gatineau is an epic native beer competition with reside music and many unimaginable on-site points of interest
- Grands Feux du On line casino is a global fireworks competition. E book tickets to see the fireworks set to music with Parliament within the background or you may view them in free spots alongside the Ottawa River like Main’s Hill Park.
- Capital Pleasure takes place in August and is filled with totally different occasions you may get pleasure from
Fall in Ottawa
To not brag however we get AMAZING fall colors in Ottawa! We also have a celebration for it known as Fall Rhapsody. I’ve a information of one of the best locations to see the autumn colors, together with a map to all of the scenic spots downtown if you end up right here in fall. Right here’s a fall bucket listing together with cute pumpkin patches to scary mazes.
The Glebe: The place I Assume Shane Grew Up
If Shane grew up wherever in Ottawa, it’s The Glebe. It’s a cool and quirky neighbourhood and inside it’s Lansdowne the place he most likely grew up watching hockey video games! It additionally neighbours the Rideau Canal and Lansdowne Rink the place I guess he practiced in his free time with associates. I believe strolling across the Glebe you’ll have the ability to really feel items of Shane. Some locations you may’t miss:
- Eating places: The Rowan, Cantina Gia (additionally wonderful pasta), Erling’s Selection, The Belmont, Banditos (watermelon marg on the patio in summer season)
- Cafes: Little Victories, Pleased Goat Espresso, Sister’s Mart, Luxe Blooms Flower Café
- Issues to do: Ottawa Farmers’ Market, Thursty Pedaler, Skating at Lansdowne
Elgin Road: The place I believe Ilya Would Dwell
Elgin Road is a central and funky a part of city from cozy cafes to sit back bars that flip into dancing if that’s the vibe for the night time. I might see him working alongside the canal within the mornings after which refuelling at a spot like Pleased Goat Cafe. I might see him getting late night time drinks at locations like Charlotte. Elgin Road and surrounding space is what’s generally known as the golden triangle. It’s downtown however nonetheless has an area vibe. He might get a pleasant home alongside the canal with epic views and in addition permit him to stroll out his door, lace up his skates, and hit the ice. Some can’t miss spots on Elgin Road:
- Eating places: City, Citizen, El Camino, Datsun, Giulia, The Manx, Good Neighbour and lots of extra
- Outlets: Pot and Pantry, Boogie & Birdie, Gifted Kind
Should-See Ottawa Sights
- Parliament Hill (and the steps behind it)
- Main’s Hill Park
- Kiweki Level
- Chaudière Falls
- Gatineau Park
- Rideau Canal
- Ottawa Locks
Extra Heated Rivalry Impressed Adventures
I hope you enjoyred this information to Ottawa via a Heated Rivalry lens and it helps encourage your time within the capital 🙂 I can’t wait to see what season 2 has in retailer and see how Ottawa is showcased! Pleased Exploring – Julia 🙂
