Quelque Chose - Westboro

Name: Quelque Chose - Westboro
Address: 379 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K2A 0E7
Telephone: (613) 728-4562
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

163 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Afternoon Tea

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Quelque Chose offers an afternoon tea service that draws on more than a century of English tradition while adding a French-inspired touch that brings the delicate charm of Europe to Westboro Village. In addition to the classic fare of scones, miniature desserts, and bite-sized sandwiches, our towers feature fresh-baked croissants, fine Parisian tea, and our signature macarons. As well as tea, our guests can enjoy steamy coffee drinks, decadent hot chocolate, and sparkling glasses of Prosecco and mimosas.

The afternoon tea still serves its role as a comforting snack and an elegant event for marking occasions, from birthdays and baby showers to just catching up with friends. With a wide selection of food and beverage, there is something for everyone at afternoon tea - just as the Duchess intended.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2023

7:00 p.m.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Afternoon Tea
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 728-4562
Website
http://www.quelque-chose.ca/
Payment Options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
379 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E7
Neighbourhood
Ottawa
Parking Details
90 minutes of free parking
Additional
Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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What 163 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Child-Friendly
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Gluten-free-friendly
Ottawa
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Cynta
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
It was very noisy on a Saturday afternoon, it was uncomfortable for my elderly companion. Service and food were good, except for the croissant.
AG
AlanaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and there were a lot of intriguing options for teas. The staff were great. I'll be going back for sure!
KS
KSbrunch
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
For $40/pp, the food was not great. Our server was too busy and we had to rely on asking another for assistance. Very loud atmosphere.
J
Jean
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Great food. Good service. A bit noisy in the Westboro venue (we have a kid with sensitivities), but otherwise, a great experience overall! Thanks.
DH
DeeH
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall3food4service1ambience2
We went there for a high tea experience. We had to sit in the front in the restaurant where there was a never ending lineup of customers buying desserts and brushing against us while we were eating, we saw our server twice. I ordered a mimosa and never received it yet it was on my bill. It was removed afterwards when I flagged down another server to help us because we wanted to leave. This place has potential as food was very tasty just needs work on customer service.
AW
AbiW
Ottawa
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience2
It was a fine experience, but I don't know that I'll be back. Even tho I had a reservation that said how many people were joining, they didn't seem like they knew when we arrived. They kept asking how many people and seemed like they were confused by four adults and one child. They pressured us to order which tea service we were havig before we were even taken to our table (so we didn't have much of a chance to look at the menu). Food was fantastic and one waiter was very attentive. The other waitress seemed like she was rushing us out of there when we hadn't even finished eating - she took my plate away while I was literally biting into part of my scone, and she tried to clear the tea tray while it still had macarons on it, but she didn't attempt to take the empty fruit plates that were stacked at the side of the table! And we were the only people in the place at that point, so it wasn't because the table was in high demand. I don't think I'll be back, to be honest. There are much more relaxing and amiable atmospheres in other tea establishments I've been to.
G
Gracie
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really nice spot for tea with friends or family. Very accommodating for dietary preferences.
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silvermom28
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
The High Tea was lovely - my second time going. Ample food and it was delicious. Server was very nice but not as well trained as the first time I had been there. Food is beautifully presented but very confusing when all of the macarons are served together and we can't tell whose is whose.
KY
KatyY
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall4food5service1ambience4
Service was poor, but the afternoon tea and food we had was excellent.
SV
SofiaV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great food for afternoon tea. Food looks like it is too little but it is way more than enough. Would come back no doubt
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice for a special occasion the service was very well done, and make my guess feel special
DJ
DocJ
Calgary
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff are super friendly and the food and tea are amazing. You get what you pay. Will return. Great place to go with a friend knowing you are just going to chat for a while. Lots of different Macrons to try. Advice, buy at least 6 (in the same transaction) so you don't have to pay the taxes.
T
Thesaurius
Toronto
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for afternoon tea. Was a great spot to have a special family outing. The staff accommodated all of our requests. The food was yummy. The tea was plenty! Will definitely go again.
G
Gracie
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyable high tea. Menu flexibility was appreciated. Easy to book and great service.
AH
AndreaH
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed our afternoon tea!! The scones are so delicious!
JC
JodyC
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was out first time there and everything was lovely. The serve was sweet and took nice photos of us for us. The tea was perfect and the food and macarons were as delicious as they were beautiful
KT
KimT
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Delicious fresh baked goods served while still warm, love getting to choose from all of the macaron flavours and very reasonably priced! It’s the second time we have gone for the Afternoon Tea experience and we will be back for sure!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience4
The food was good, the sandwiches were not too bad. I really enjoyed the scones! The service was not great, we had to ask for help several times and servers were walking through the dining area on their phones texting.
T
Tonia
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome place. Friendly, clean, welcoming and delicious. Expensive
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The decor is bright and beautiful, and the staff was wonderful. We had the high T, which was absolutely delicious. Right from the tea you choose, and the Macarons, from a home for sandwiches, croissants, and Police are reaching out again. Scones were a true delight. I highly recommend everyone participate in this awesome experience.
F
Funtotravelandeat
Ottawa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 21, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
Very cute place with a lovely selection of macarons. Server didn’t offer a refill of tea. Sandwiches were extremely small slivers, nothing special. Fresh fruit was very tiny dish with chopped bits in syrup. Recommend purchasing what you want instead of tea platter. Overall just ok for price but an option if you don’t want to pay insane hotel prices.
BL
BrendaL
Ottawa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience3
Service very slow, food items missing from tray, bread thick and dry
R
Robin
Ottawa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience4
A lovely parisian style cafe. We had the tea and the Childrens Tea. The scones and Macarons are delicious. The sandwich bread was dry, as if they had been made a day or so in advance. The Tea was served Luke warm, and we were unfortunately not checked in on until we were mostly finished when a staff member offered us hot water for the tea. The staff were pleasant, but apparent she was trying to rush through her spiel, was odd as not very busy. Would likely give it another try, maybe was an off day.
DE
DebraE
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really had an amazing experience and will definitely be back! The staff were incredible!
MC
MeghanC
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such an amazing experience! The gluten free options were excellent and I feel like we got lots of food for a reasonable price. I will definitely be going back!
OG
OttawaGirl
Ottawa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
We were sat at the table at the very back of the restaurant even though we had reservations and the place was empty. It was very cold back there and we had to keep our coats on the entire time. Our waitstaff was friendly, but slow.. Overall we enjoyed our experience, but I would not sit there again.
E
Eelse
Ottawa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Sandwiches, scones, and macaroons we're good. Wasn't fussy on the croissants or other desserts. Staff were friendly and great! The chairs were uncomfortable.
CG
ChristineG
Ottawa
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the best place to spend a romantic afternoon with my husband for Valentines Day. We had a lovely time together having the classic tea; everything was so delicious and filling. Thank you!
CH
ConnieH
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing, honestly. Just go. You will not regret the scones.
AM
AnnMarie
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you're looking for a nice afternoon tea spot for yourself or with friends, this is it. Tea is so tasty and the food is even better! The staff is wonderful as well. We will be back for sure!
KM
KarineM
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super good Nice concept for the tea room Good service Expensive but overall it's a really nice experience
HP
HeatherP
Toronto
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The Classic High Tea was magnificent. The Scones and croissant with clotted cream and Jam was yummy. We found it too much food for two . They have a petit version which we might try next time. Lovely was to spend your afternoon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my mom for Tea for her birthday. Setting, food and service was wonderful. Different experience than the Château Laurier tea...will definitely go again!
FM
FranciscoM
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place, with very nice employees and good location
T
Tracy
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience3
We weren't terribly impressed with our experience at Quelque Chose. It was quite cold, and a bit on the noisy side. They didn't have many non-caffeine choices for tea, and were out of our first choice for tea and macarons. The server wasn't very knowledgeable, and then the service just seemed to stop half way through our visit. The novelty of the experience of "Lunch Tea" dissipated quickly.
KG
KarenG
Ottawa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great service and food was very nice. Enjoyable afternoon. Clotted cream instead of whipped would have made it a 5.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service2ambience5
The food was perfect. The service was lacking.
WH
WendyH
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was impeccable and very knowledgeable staff. The food was amazing, my 91 yr old British mother loved it, now that’s saying something! She is an English Afternoon Tea expert!
B
Bordercity
New England
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Loved the overall vibe. The server was very nice. The food was fresh, tastey, and visually appealing. We were 3, ans we all agreed about the presentation, food,and ambiance. Our only disappointment were the macaron themselves. Way way too sweet, and the crust was thicker than it should be, and a little chintzy on the cream filling.
H
Heart
Ottawa
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience2
Restaurant was loud and crowded. Food is not worth the price.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Diner temperature check required
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

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Quelque Chose - Westboro is rated 4.4 stars by 163 OpenTable diners.

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