Wedding Vendors in Ottawa

I was on a trip to Ottawa for an overnight, and wanted to find something that was priced right. I had not booked before my arrival to Ottawa. I chose this location two hours before check-in time, and was warmly welcomed. I was not disappointed. The concept is different from what I had been used to, but the booking and service were very smooth, and the assistance I received from the people who are responsible for this location was excellent.
On top of this, the room was very nice. A beautiful, quiet experience, that I will recommend to friends and colleagues who are in the area. I know other guests share this location, as there are multiple rooms, but I didn't hear a single thing, and slept like a baby on an amazing mattress. I did not want to get up to continue my travels this morning. I usually stay in standard hotels, but this was a breath of fresh air.

Terrible experience. I was told I would get an email 24 hours prior to the check-in, when I didn't receive any email I called in the morning the day of check-in. The person over the phone at the guesthouse said the email with the self check-in code would be sent in the afternoon. They also informed me that the bathroom is shared with 3 other rooms, which was not clearly specified on the advertisement.

The afternoon came by and no email, nothing in all inboxes or junk mail. I tried to call multiple times and no answer. I contacted Expedia and they tried to contact the host with no contact. I was left at 10pm with no room, no way to access my paid room, with my family. Expedia couldn't do anything other than have a team look into it and get back to me on 72 hours...I was left with no choice but to then find another stay at overpriced amount, due to last minute check in. I suggest you save yourself a headache and never book here or you'll risk not even getting your room. I should of taken notice to the other reviews complaining about this place as well.

Worst! My boyfriend rented me this place I get there and there's 4 other men in the place ! They expected me to stay with them. Scam artist . Won't give me money back either

That's a scam, all the reviews I have read after I have been scammed and charged hundreds on my credit card, it's a shame that it is still advertising lies, the ones writing reviews that it is a a good place must the their friend partying with the scammed money from innocent costumers, damn thieves

We booked to stay here and paid on the same day as travel, only to find several hours later that the room and location were unavailable (fully booked). We were offered and declined an alternative location but they have totally refused to refund the payment. This is fraud. Taking money for a room that is unavailable and then keeping the money when you refuse the alternative. We have a right to choose where to stay, the alternative was not our choice, and full refund is required.

I do not think it is good business to behave this way, I am sure that if you got what you booked it is an excellent choice, but when something is not right this person/business is not honorable and is clearly untrustworthy.

As first time travellers, my sister and I in our 60’s were so excited about a getaway. Pierre who was referred to us listened to our expectations and wants of our holiday all while keeping it within our budget! We narrowed it down to Majestic Colonial junior swim up suite.
The resort was beyond our expectations! It is beautiful and magical! The food was amazing, the buffet that we mostly attended has something for all different tastes! The desserts are just WOW! The pool and beach very nice!
Pierre was there for us from planning to any questions that came up and guiding us to our first amazing getaway! Will certainly not be our last!
He made us feel very comfortable from the very first to last moments and was attentive to our many concerns!
Love Punta Cana Majestic Colonial! Would certainly return in a heartbeat!!

I just finished booking my second trip with Pierre and the service he provided was incredible! Pierre takes the time to explain everything thoroughly and the entire process has been a dream. I highly recommend Pierre if you are thinking of booking a trip!

Pierre is an absolutely excellent travel agent. We cannot say enough about his wonderful service and working with him was a true pleasure.. Pierre organized our trip to Europe within a very short timeframe and jumped through hoops to ensure it was the best possible experience for us. He guided us every step of the way and is extremely knowledgeable. He was always available for a phone call, texts and emails. We are so grateful to Pierre for bringing this dream trip to life for us. We will definitely be calling Pierre for our next vacation.

Pierre is an amazing travel agent! He helped my boyfriend and I book our vacation down south. He's very knowledgeable and will make sure to get you the right information when needed. He's always ready to answer emails or phone calls quickly to ensure that all of your questions are answered! He has great recommendations and offers great customer service! My family and I are looking forward to booking our next trip with him!

I found Pierre through googling travel agents. I wanted more of a personal experience instead of going to a larger travel agency. He definitely exceeded our expectations! We were looking for something pretty specific for our honeymoon and he worked with us to find the best option for our budget! He was always available for any questions we had and was efficient in his responses. He also made sure the resort did a little something special for our honeymoon which we thought was fabulous! We will definitely be a returning customer. Thanks Pierre!! 🙂

To put into words how much Daniella's services meant to us is nearly impossible. Much of what a planner does happens behind the scenes where guests and sometimes even the bride won't hear about it. From the beginning, Daniella helped us negotiate contracts, find vendors, created a beautiful vision for us, answered questions in a timely manner, and absolutely kept me sane. Daniella fielded questions not only from me but also from relatives and the wedding party. She helped facilitate our rehearsal, choreographed our first dance and my husband and his mother's first dance and allowed the day to go off without a hitch. The way Daniella set our room up was absolutely beautiful and it looked beyond what I ever thought a ballroom could look. Daniella is also the kindest most patient person in the world. There are times where I was definitely upset about situations and Daniella kept me feeling excited and happy no matter what. Our day would not have been what it is without her. It's hard to put into photos what a planner does, but if it's any indication by how truly happy I look in every photo at our reception (including when I first saw the room), it's safe to say she did an incredible job. Thank you so much Daniella, I will forever recommend you and think of you when I hear the word "wedding".

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Best vinegars E-V-E-R!!!
My undeniable favourite is the 18 year-old Traditional Balsamic.
Next in line in my household is the Alfoos Mango White Balsamic Vinegar. We also tried and loved the Black Cherry Dark Balsamic Vinegar and the Green Apple White Balsamic.
Next time, we want to try the Blackberry Ginger Dark Balsamic Vinegar. Can't wait!!

I received the pomegranate balsamic vinegar as a gift and absolutely love it. I decided to purchase a few bottles as gifts. The next day Zi realized they were the wrong bottles. I contacted them and they right away offered to deliver the ones I wanted snd pick up the other ones. Very impressed with their service.

What a great experience! We saw their sign while having lunch. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. They suggested various balsamics to sample and told us about the numerous recipes on line. Thanks for a wonderful experience, we’ll definitely be returning and telling our family and friends about the store. 🫒

We ordered our wedding favours from The Unrefined Olive and I cannot recommend them enough! Kitt was amazing to work with— so helpful and kind as we navigated the process. The Milanese gremolata olive oil and aged balsamic were a perfect complement to our meal and the handwritten tags were so beautiful. They were the perfect favour and we cannot wait to buy more olive oil and vinegar to have at home.

The store is beautiful, the man who served me was delightful and incredibly knowledgeable. I left having tasted several samples and being really satisfied with the whole experience. You will never be able go back to grocery olive oil!! The quality here is just so good. You can reuse the bottles, just clean them yourself first.The prices are very reasonable too, you pick the size of the bottle which has a fixed price.

Little strange setting and location but once you enter, it passes the vibe check. We were driving to reach this location and saw many cars parked on the curb and that's when we thought ok this is where we need to be and followed them lol. It's more like warehouse kinda setup. Has two levels for private get-togethers as well. We got to meet many talented artists as well displaying their art (various forms). Good thing there have a small bar and also a restaurant (which we didn't try).
Parking in the premises can be challenging so park on the road and just walk.

I had an incredibly disappointing experience with the management at the Urban Center at 70 Bongard Avenue. I was hired by an organizer to help assist with a market they rented the space for on Saturday, December 7th. When I arrived at 5:45 a.m. to help with setup, I was shocked to find the venue in complete disarray. Furniture that was supposed to be moved out by the venue management was still scattered around, the space was littered with garbage and cigarette butts, and the air reeked of marijuana.

It became apparent that the management had hosted their own event the night before, which ended at 4 a.m.—just an hour and a half before we arrived. Instead of focusing on setting up for the market, I ended up helping clean up the mess left behind from their party. This level of unprofessionalism is completely unacceptable.

When I returned at the end of the event to assist with teardown and cleanup, I learned that the management had arrived earlier in the afternoon, around 1 p.m., and threatened to shut down the event. This unnecessary interference created significant stress for the organizer and vendors. The situation escalated to the point where the police were called, adding further chaos to an already difficult day.

This experience was a nightmare for everyone involved, especially the event organizer, who was left to deal with the fallout of the management's unprofessional behavior. If you’re considering hosting an event at this venue, I strongly advise you to look elsewhere. The lack of organization and professionalism here is staggering.

This is a great space to hold events, large or small. Over the years we've held networking events that ranged from 20 - 150 people. They have multiple rooms that can accommodate any size. I was there the other day, speaking to the owner Emile, and he showed off their new, beautiful back patio, which is conveniently located next to their great bar setup. Great spot for birthdays or other celebrations!

Had a great experience with this place., really enjoyed. One of the best in Ottawa.

Different setting. Warehouse like with a bar, bands and exhibitors - arts and crafts.

I’ve been a loyal customer since 2021 when I placed a large order of candles as gifts for family and friends. The quality and service impressed me then, and they continue to deliver! Just last week, I was in the area and called shortly before 9 AM hoping to pick up a few more candles. Ordering online was quick and easy, and my order was ready for pickup within a few hours. I also love that they offer custom orders—such a great touch. Highly recommend!

Beautiful handmade and amazing scented essential oil candles. Wonderful, helpful and quick service and communication. Love supporting local/Canadian!! Check them out if you need great gift ideas for others, or treat yourself!

I bought the Ottawa neighborhood candles as a gift for my co-workers so they could have a candle based on where they lived. It’s such a cute idea! The experience of buying and picking them up was super easy and Sonya was quick to respond to emails. Will definitely buy her candles again!

The candles smelt SOOOOOO good and were a great relaxer for my partner! She loved the smell and it really helped create a calm environment.

On my end, I loved the customer service, quick responses, and ensure to help me out when I forgot to change the shipping address to my new home.

Thanks Valley Candle Co.!

I discovered these at the Christmas market and had a hard time deciding, they all smelled so good. I lit one when I got home and was amazed by the smell and the throw. The Westboro scent is divine, and I look forward to purchasing more.

If you want to feel boujie (not on a budget) this is the place to be. We reserved a table for 4 which came with bottomless mimosas and 3 course set menu, $69 per person including tip.

The service was amazing; they accommodated a last minute gluten allergy and my friends were late to the reservation. The server was super understanding and didn’t rush us, so we definitely appreciated all of this.

We started with scones (they were tiny - pictured in the cage) with a very modest serving of preserves for 4 people. The second course you could choose one of two options from the set menu, both are pictured. We got 3 eggs Benny at our table and everyone’s poached eggs were hard (we wanted runny yolk, maybe ask for that specifically if that’s what you want as the server didn’t ask).

My partner also had a tiny serving of preserves with his meal (as seen in the photo). We asked for more preserves for my partners extra scones that came with his meal and they allowed that- so thank you!

Overall we were expecting more bang for our buck. We found that the cost for the amount and quality of food didn’t add up, however the atmosphere and bottomless mimosas was exactly what we needed. We will be returning for the vibes and nibbles but eating a meal elsewhere as the cost for value didn’t make sense.

What a beautiful experience Vanitea
Room is. My daughters and I enjoyed a Sunday brunch in amongst what felt like a step into a space away from daily life.
We enjoyed a fantastic meal filled with flavour and the most amazing home baked bread. The music was spot on
A nostalgic 90’s vibe. Excellent service

Came for a visit as a trio to give brunch a try.
It has been since before the pandemic that I came here for brunch. Not much has changed, and that was very pleasant. The decor atmosphere are simply fantastic. The space has a really great vibe.

We each tried a different dish and I have to say they were all quite solid. The shakshuka was an interesting trust using greens instead of tomatoes. The only real complaint I have is that the drinks seemed a little watered down but maybe I was off this morning.

If you come, give some of the more extravagant offerings a try. You owe it to yourself to splurge a bit

This is a splendid place that makes for a special outing. The decor is pretty and unique. The food was delicious. The tea was great. The menu is fully halal ❤️ and Ghislaine was lovely. Look forward to returning

While the service was great! The deserts for the afternoon tea were evidently all purchased from the grocery store down the street and had a flower placed on top to make it more presentable. The store bought muffins, two bite brownie, and slice of a sheet cake were not what I was expected when paying over $50 for afternoon tea. I would also not recommend going in the summer with the located having only a few fans to combat the no AC.

I love this local store ! I’m terrible at gift wrapping, and wanted to make it special for my anniversary with my wife. The owner did an amazing job wrapping the present at a fair price. Also had a great selection of cards to choose from (unique and funny cards). Definitely recommend this store to make those special moments even more memorable :)

SUPPORT LOCAL!

What a little gem! Went in to get gifts wrapped (if I did it it would like like a filled diaper!!!) and I was really impressed. A few very simple steps;

- Walk in and make an appointment
- Select your papers and ribbons
- Leave the gifts with them
- Come back in the estimated time frame given
- Pay and enjoy!

The owner was very nice and helpful. It shows that she has been in business for 10 years and cares about her business!

HUGE BONUS: part of the proceeds goes to a charity!

Such a cute little shop. Lots of cards and stationary products. Also a lot of products created with Ottawa designs. I really liked the layout of the store as well. Prices were fair and reasonable and I was happy to support a local store.

Friendly little place, but I was expecting more based on the reviews.

Lots of cards with cuss words on them, which isn't my cup of tea. Plenty of birthday cards, but very limited selection of everything else, which is what I needed. I didn't see any crafty/local artist/high end cards that I'd expect from a specialty shop. Parking there is inconvenient.

I see why the locals like it, but I won't go out of my way to return.

Absolutely my favorite! I'll drive 30 minutes to go there. Owner in the store, Knowledgeable and helpful. Lots of fun to shop for cards for all occasions, and oh.... gifts too for all occasions and all ages!

I have nothing but amazing things to say about our stay here! We got married at Le Belvédère and stayed at the grand the night before our wedding. Yannick and Jo were so sweet and accommodating. Breakfast was perfect! We arranged flowers at the big harvest tables and hosted our rehearsal dinner here as well. All the guests loved the space, especially the outdoor area! Would 100% stay here again!!! ⭐️

having a space with our wedding venue that we could host all of our friends and family was really important for our celebration. At first, some of our close ones were a bit skeptical, but every single one was blown away by the property. Rooms are comfortable and airy, even those with bunk beds were spacious. Everything is very well maintained and new. The grounds are beautiful and the proximity even to Klimat, a gym and a restaurant, were well appreciated.

On top of it, Yannick and Joanne are an amazing team who were flexible and attentive to our needs. The breakfast is also delicious, and saved more than one late raiser’s day.

Can’t recommend enough using the house for a stay or an event.

This place was an absolute gem! Thank you Yannick and team for an incredibly seamless wedding experience for us and our guests.

I had my own event coordinator supporting the day of in addition to the venues (Chloe) everything ran smoothly and was lovely!

Food was delicious - no tasting needed, they nailed each dish. The Kate night pizza station was a hit - we even had extra which the staff kindly kept packed for us to take home the next day.

They have takeaway containers which is always helpful in case of extra food from the day/night, just maybe ask for a few since the staff all leave by around midnight!

Thank you for an incredible experience - all of our guests were in love with the property and it's magic!

We had an August wedding and the mosquitos were not as bad as we imagined! Yannick did tell us it won't be too bad and we shouldn't have doubted him! A few minor bites but nothing an after itch can't soothe. The venue has all the essentials and is really accommodating. Thank you again!

Third time editing this review.
I originally had issues with not being able to adjust the temperature in my room, the shower not functioning properly, extremely uncomfortable pillows and a hard mattress.

Yannick reached out to offer me a full refund to remove my review. I believed an updated positive review indicating that Yannick reached out and offered to address all my issues would more constructive for his business (it was a 4.5 star review). He disagreed.

As an avid reviewer I believe it is important for our voices and opinions to be heard. I don't think it is appropriate for business owners to offer money to have reviews removed.

We had a great time staying here with our friends after our wedding. Yannick and his team were incredibly kind and responsive.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Joni for our wedding, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. From the very beginning, she was so easy to work with—warm, professional, and completely in tune with our vision. We wanted a dark, moody, earthy theme and Joni absolutely nailed it. The flowers were stunning—unique, textured, and beautifully arranged—and we received so many compliments from our guests.

As a fellow florist, I was especially impressed with her creativity and commitment to sustainable design. It meant a lot to us that she worked without floral foam and kept her approach eco-conscious throughout. You can tell she truly cares about her craft and her clients.

We would wholeheartedly recommend Joni to anyone looking for a talented, thoughtful, and passionate florist. She made our wedding day feel even more special!

I’ve worked with Joni in the wedding industry for a few years now and have always admired her craft. When it was time for me to find a florist for my elopement, I didn’t even bat an eye that Joni would be my florist! She went above and beyond for our elopement, creating not only the most gorgeous bouquet I’ve ever seen, but a perfect floral collar for my dog and boutonnière for my now husband! Thanks so much Joni, we love your work!

I don’t even know where to start. We chose Joni as our florist for our wedding on June 1st. I loved her style and designs, and knew she was perfect for our wedding. Working with Joni over the last year has been amazing. She is nothing but helpful, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. She is also great at communication, and always got back to me in a very timely manner. From the inspiration photos and description of the vibe we were going for, she was able to create a stunning design board that I instantly fell in love with. Fast forward to our wedding, and everything was gorgeous. Joni truly captured our vision for our wedding; which was a colourful, whimsical, and romantic feel. I was absolutely in love with everything she designed and created for us. The flowers were the talk of the night. I would definitely recommend Joni as your florist.

I had the BEST experience working with Joni. I'm a wedding photographer and I attended her styled editorial shoot. She put together the most thoughtful shoot that elevated my portfolio and brought so much value. I am so happy I connected with Joni - she is creative and kind. The whole process was easy with open communication. Can't wait to work with her again!

I absolutely LOVED my dried flower bouquet and boutonnière! Joni really brought my vision to life and was so accommodating with all of the changes due to covid. The bouquet she made for me survived the pouring rain and and it looks just as good as the day she brought it to me. We will have it forever!

Sophie was incredibly helpful and so welcoming. She really treats you like family. I had taken an old family ring to another jeweller, who said they couldn’t do anything and it would be best to get a new ring. Sophie understood the sentimental value and the ring turned out exactly as I had envisioned it. Incredible customer service!

My soon to be husband and I have been searching for our wedding bands for over a year. We couldn't find one that we love and if we did it was over budget. We have gone to many different stores, I was getting annoyed with salespeople just trying to sell and not listening to our wants and needs. He randomly found this spot and we decided to check out.We met the owner Sophie and she is just so cute and amazing. She made our mission for our wedding band very enjoyable. She listened to our wants and needs. She was very respectful towards our budget and didn't try to sell us on getting something more. After many search of rings we found the perfect wedding band for us both under budget. She made the whole experience enjoyable and we highly recommend her to others. My favourite part of this experience she treats you like family/friend not a dollar sign. Mama Sophie is AWESOME!!

Sophie is the absolute best! She will treat you like family! My husband purchased his wedding band and I got my ring replated here. Professional, efficient, and great prices. Support local Ottawa businesses like The Wedding Jewellers Co., you won’t be disappointed and the quality and care is unmatched.

What an incredible experience! So wonderful working with Sophie (owner) to make both my and my fiancée custome rings from older family heirlooms. Beautiful design, quality of service and price

Went to The Wedding Jewellers after reading reviews and not happy with the service we were getting from some other Ottawa big store jewellers that were not that interested since we didn't have a big budget for two rings. I called and spoke to Sophie and made an appointment to visit the same day and really glad I did. Sophie discussed our budget and showed us many rings that were well within our budget. We had a hard decision which ring to choose and finally decided on two rings. Sophie was very helpfully in guiding us through the whole process and since we were getting married in a few weeks, contacted the supplier to ensure they were sent by courier to arrive a few days before our wedding.

Also be aware that they are located in an industrial park so the savings in rent could be passed to their customers.
Thank you Sophie for your assistance and definitely recommend you to others.

Great hotel. Would gladly stay again.
Friendly, helpful staff
Quiet rooms, I had a beautiful view.
Bed was comfy, with good pillows, crisp sheets and a slightly weighted duvet.
Hotel conveniently attached to the mall. Excellent location.
Gym was modern, also with a great view and top of the line equipment.
Pool and hot tub looked great.
Cafe on site was delicious with great service, grab and go sandwiches or sit-down.

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Outstanding service and hospitality — one of Ottawa’s best hotels!

Our stay at The Westin Ottawa was truly wonderful. We arrived early in the morning after a flight and kindly asked if early check-in was possible. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us — we are so grateful for their flexibility and kindness.

The room was quiet, spotless, and incredibly comfortable. The bed, pillows, and linens were top quality — it felt like a real sanctuary for rest and recovery.

The location is absolutely perfect, right in the heart of downtown Ottawa, with beautiful views and easy access to everything we wanted to explore.

And the thoughtful anniversary gesture from the hotel was such a sweet and delicious surprise — it made us feel truly welcome and celebrated.

Highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Ottawa. The service is exceptional, and the atmosphere is warm and professional from start to finish.

We recently stayed over night and there was a little mix up with the booking (which was our fault). It would have made it less of an enjoyable stay but Jackson at the front desk went above and beyond. He went out of his way to fix everything and correct the issue. It would have been easy to say it was our fault and leave it at that but he wanted to ensure we had a great experience!

The hotel is always clean and the staff always very accommodating. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Great location!!! Could not complain about the service. They handled the overload of people easily. Attended a conference and they could easily accommodate the massive numbers registered for the conference. There was lots of extra walking to do in order to have access to a great selection of workshops and plenary panels to choose from. The downside for me was the cost of meals 😪 Delicious mind you 😋

Check-in was very smooth and the receptionist was very friendly. She welcomed me and then told me she upgraded our room! The room was very comfortable. The pillows were just right! The shower was amazing as well. We had a very enjoyable and restful stay.

We hired whalesbone catering for an oyster bar at our wedding this Summer and they absolutely exceeded our expectations. Right from the start, Jesse and Jenna were so easy to deal with, quick to respond, and answered every question we had. All our guests loved the oyster bar and everyone was commenting on how hard he was working shucking all the oysters all evening. Thank you again Whalesbone catering!

Too expensive.

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Thimble Cakes. Discovered them when my daughter had peanut allergies and never stopped going. Cupcakes are delicious but also check out their vegan ice cream. It is so delicious (and I'm not vegan, so i remember what ice cream is suppose to taste like) you will not be disappointed!

Ordered a GF rectangle layer cake for a birthday. Had a photograph printed for the top of the cake. Cake looked amazing and tasted excellent. Well done. Highly recommend Thimble Cakes for gluten-free cakes or any baked goods.

Valentine cupcakes for a 99th birthday! Four flavors, beautifully decorated, and delicious. Photofrost cupcakes for hubby's 90th birthday.

After many "not so good" cake tasting we were overjoyed when we found Thimble Cakes for our wedding. The cake was fluffy, "moist" and perfectly sweet. We chose the "cookie dough" cake and I still dream about it 6 months later. They offer gluten free and vegan options which are amazing. Communication was easy via email or phone and they executed my requests perfectly. I ultimately went with a very simple design but its exactly what I wanted. I definitely will be stopping by the bakery very soon to help with these cookie dough cupcake dreams.

A wonderful boutique, delicious cakes 🧁 and desserts and very nice people! A great place to get a birthday cake or a sweet you are craving ☺️

I wholeheartedly recommend Things Engraved. Their service is top-notch, and their sales representative, Will, is nothing short of a miracle worker.
I ordered a large shipment of custom engraved glasses for my son's wedding on very short notice. (The fault for the short notice was entirely mine.) Will was able to get the glasses to me, beautifully engraved and carefully wrapped, even sooner than the superhuman deadline he had promised to meet.
Thanks to Will and Things Engraved, my family celebration will have an extra touch of class, and the guests will receive lovely souvenirs. In future, I'll be taking all my business to Things Engraved. I unreservedly encourage others to do the same.

This has always been my go to engraving place, although very expensive, they really are the only ones around. I needed a gift engraved for an event, so I called ahead to make sure they had the item, confirmed engraving costs and time to have it ready, so that I could run in before heading to the event.. Had my husband drop in earlier to prepay so things would be seamless... NOT!! When we returned to pick up the item, my husband ran in and she had it packed in a bag.. So he grabbed it and came out... The store manager had lightly engraved the piece and was hardly visible.. But proceeded to hand us the display model, with no box and no ribbon that the item came with... (Pewter Certificate tube where the bow hides the center joint) I was told they had others in stock, but in all the advanced planning, the manager was not able to "find" the boxed ones.. Until I insisted and waited for her to do so half hour into our event... Was so disappointed, have not been back since.

Jasmine was amazing. I came to get a key cut and a keychain. She was so helpful and kind and gave me some great ideas for a gift. I had a bad experience with a different key cutting location and she put me in a much better mood.

Initially I was told my order would cost one amount, upon pick-up was told it would be double the initial cost. The item was already engraved so I had no choice but to pay for it. No-one from the store contacted me regarding the change and when I went to pick-up the item, it was scratched all over and looked terrible. The customer service with all of this was AWFUL. I do not recommend them and will never be shopping here again.

The worst ever experience I had. Been told to wait 1 hr for the gift to be engraved, I came after almost 2 hours and been told to wait another 15 min! Even by then It was not finished and sure to take another hour! Had to cancel the order:(

I purchased a name plaque and a custom Father's Day mug. Things Engraved were very attentive to my requests (font, sizing) and provided a mock picture through email for confirmation before anything was processed. I really appreciated this because it gave me the visual and I was able to make additional changes if needed. The products where shipped immediately and arrived in 2 days (amazing!). They were packed with care and looked exactly like the pictures provided through email. Communication with this company has been fantastic. Overall great experience, highly recommend, and I will continue to purchase from them.

The Perfect Customized Wedding Gift

This customized wedding gift was beautifully crafted.
What stood out the most was the customer service. Special thanks to Evelyn for her prompt and incredibly efficient, and helpful throughout the process. They ensured that every detail was just right, and I felt confident every step of the way.
This makes for a perfect wedding gift — meaningful, high-quality, and backed by exceptional service.
Highly recommend!

Great experience! I am so pleased with the service of Mona and the team at Engraving Reimagined! Mona took the time to reach out to me by email & by phone to recommend a font for the engraving, she kept me updated every step of the way to ensure my satisfaction and delivery methods ahead of mail strike. Mona was so caring, friendly and very helpful! The engraved baptism tubes look fantastic!! I am a repeat customer as the service & the products have been amazing!! Thank you Mona for caring and for the amazing customer service!

They have the best communication skills! I love that you can talk to a real person online. They were incredibly responsive and extremely detailed and kind! Even with such a small order, they treated me with such respect and professionalism. I was able to do everything online via email, which was very convenient for me. I gave suggestions for the mock up to have it to my liking as well as complete the order and pay online. It was ready on time and I was able to pick it up where it was placed in a lovely gift bag. The person that provided me with the order in the store was so kind. I would 100% order from them again and I probably will in the future! The item itself was engraved exactly how they pictured it in the mock up and I was extremely impressed and happy with it as it was a very important graduation gift. Thank you so much for the entire team!

I was pleasantly surprised to see that things engraved still had an online platform. I had to use them a few times when they had storefront but I hadn’t seen them around in a while. When I reached out to somebody via email they contacted me back quite quickly and communication always went smooth. I sent them my idea And almost immediately they had sent me a mock up. Once I agreed on a design they sent me a payment link and that was it my order was done. It shipped out pretty promptly and was delivered with in just a few days. Great customer service and a product that I’m very happy with

I recently had a custom tuxedo made for my wedding, as well as a custom seer sucker suit for the welcome event the night before. They couldn’t have turned out better, and were exactly what I was hoping for. The quality was amazing and the fit was perfect. Big shoutout to Amon, Chris and Ramy for their attention to detail, advice on styles and fit and just overall communication throughout the entire process. Couldn’t be happier with my experience, and would recommend highly.

Thank you Amon for the excellent service and superb design advice! My partner ordered a two-piece made-to-measure suit and custom dress shirt for our wedding, and both turned out incredibly beautifully! I am picky about clothes and we both wanted a suit shop with a strong sense of taste that we could trust to create something classic and timeless. After visiting several tailors, Third Son was the obvious choice - especially as their MTM prices are comparable to franchise stores. The suit took a little over two months - we ended up doing two fittings, and they did an on-the-spot hem during the second fitting so we wouldn't have to come back a third time. The only thing I'll note is that if you're interested in a custom suit, visit them early; we originally went in February and they said we could come back in April/May for a custom suit. We came back in May and they were fully booked and could only do MTM, but to be fair it can be hard to gauge your own popularity! Our MTM suit also turned out so perfectly that it didn't feel like we missed out on anything.

Ramy and the entire team at Third Son did a phenomenal job tailoring a custom suit for my wedding—I couldn’t recommend them more!

From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. It’s clear that the whole team is made up of highly skilled craftsmen who take immense pride in their work. I loved being able to select the fabric and finishing touches while also receiving professional guidance throughout the process. It truly felt like a collaboration—I was able to bring my vision to life with the expertise of true professionals guiding me every step of the way.

Ramy was an excellent communicator and worked with my busy schedule to arrange fittings that were convenient for me. During my final fitting, I was a bit nervous about getting all the details just right, but Ramy and Robert stayed late to ensure everything was perfect before I walked out the door. That level of care and attention to detail is what sets them apart—not just as good tailors, but as truly great ones.

Now, I have a suit that not only fit me perfectly on my wedding day but will also be a staple in my wardrobe for years to come. I’ll definitely be returning to Third Son for future tailoring and fine clothing needs.

Thank you, guys!

I met Ramy, Robert and the team attending appointments with my fiance for him to get his suit for our wedding. The team took the time to get to know both of us as a couple to understand our needs.

Because if their excellent personal approach, I decided to hire them to make a custom ballroom skirt for my 2nd wedding outfit (before Third Sons I couldn't find anyone I trusted to make this piece). They put so much effort and care into this piece on such a short timeline, even making sure the seamstress could meet with me. Though there were some minor bumps in communication, they ultimately went above and beyond to get it done.

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Thank you to the team at Third Son for the outstanding service and recommendations for our wedding suits. We're so thankful that our wedding planner suggested you and the experience was relaxed, professional, and enjoyable from start to finish. We couldn't have been more happy with the result!

Thompson Jewellers is truly one of a kind! Their pieces are stunning, and they can customize anything to perfection. Talin is beyond superb—so caring, lovely, and attentive that I honestly consider her like family and always look forward to seeing her. She customized my solitaire earrings, wedding ring and anniversary band, I am completely in love with them, as I am with all my jewelry from Thompson's. Every visit, the staff makes us feel welcome with their exceptional service. My son also customized and purchased his wedding rings here, both he and his wife absolutely love them. Highly highly recommend them. Beautiful store, beautiful products, and an amazing team—thank you Thompson Jewellers for always making every experience so special!

I might be a bit biased but we buy all our jewellery at Thompson's; from my engagement ring to our wedding bands, and gifts for special moments in our lives, to consignment pieces to my most recent ring which was a custom design using the diamonds from the very first ring I got from my now husband.

We also make sure to have all our repair work done here and we come all the way from Burlington to do it!

The service and attention to detail are above par,....you never feel rushed, the team gives you all the time you need to make the right decision so you leave happy with your piece(s). They make you feel special!

Amazing Service every time. Shopping at Thompsons feels like being part of their family. It’s a personalized service, they listen to your needs and offer a tailored shopping experience. It’s a welcoming and also very friendly jewelry store. They work with your budget and this is what kept me going there for all these years. I value their expertise, honesty and commitment to detail. Always such a pleasure to go there, whether to purchase or for repairs.

Derek and Talin and their team the absolute best! We’ve purchased all of our jewellery from them, including my engagement ring, and every experience has been amazing. They are so knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly care about their customers. The quality is always perfect, and we wouldn’t go anywhere else!

Thompson has been my jeweller for many years, the product and staff are outstanding. Always treated like family. Thank you Thompson jewellery and thank you Talin.

Every bite tastes like it was crafted with care and top-quality ingredients. The tarts are perfectly balanced—flaky, buttery crusts with just the right amount of sweetness in the fillings. If you haven’t been yet, you’re seriously missing out.

I couldn’t recommend this place more. They spent time on the phone with me describing their desserts and delivery process. They wrote a hand written note and added customisation on top of the cake. It was beautifully gift wrapped too. When they weren’t going to have something in time they promptly notified me and added something else instead without an extra charge. So delicious and pretty! The delivery came at night the next day.

This bakery across the street is a true hidden gem. Everything is handmade with care, and the attention to detail comes through in every bite. Their tarts are especially impressive — beautifully made, balanced in flavor, and always fresh. There’s a great mix of sweet options, and some savory treats too. It’s clear they take pride in their craft. Perfect for a mid-day pick-me-up or a treat to bring back to the office. We’re lucky to have them so close!

Great selection of tarts and cakes. Tried the classic cheesecake and French chocolate mousse (this one was a little too sweet for my taste, but still delicious). My go-to when craving something decadent and rich!

I would highly recommend purchasing your baked goods from Three Tarts! I'm not from Ottawa, but I wanted to send some surprise goodies to a family member on an important day. Emily was super responsive and helped coordinate a seamless delivery, going out of her way to help me out. On top of that, the Aidan's cake and the Savoury Tart were delicious per my family!

Our friends booked this as a double date with us and we all had an absolute blast! Our guide was Jessie and she made the evening so much fun with her choices of music, her hilarious and friendly attitude and her little games along our route! We loved how we had special seating at each bar we stopped at and special offers too - we would definitely book this again for a group party or special occasion. (Wear comfy shoes - you are pedaling, no motor...or "offer" to sit in the few spots with no pedals & be the princess! ;) Thanks so much!

We reached out to the Thursty Pedaler to see if they would do a custom event for us and they crushed it! We had two party bikes to go around Hintonburg and got to try out three of Ottawa’s local creameries! The party pilots (staff) were great and kept the energy high! We can’t wait to do another one next year :) and are looking forward to trying out some of their other crawl options too !

We treated our wedding party to a Thursty Pedaler tour to celebrate one year to our wedding date. This was such a fun way to get both sides together to meet and break the ice. It was my third pedal party and I’m already looking for an excuse to book another. A new stop on this tour for me was crust and crate. The cheese bread as a sample was fantastic to keep up fuelled for the pedal back. Highly recommend this experience. I love supporting this small female-owned business and am so grateful we have this gem in Ottawa!

Such a fun time! Incredible fun activity for groups doing bachelorettes, bachelor parties, tourists, birthday parties, anything you’re celebrating! The hosts are engaging and upbeat and will play your requested songs! You get discounts and a free snack at the restos :) guaranteed to make your group smile and laugh 🥰

Such a fun group activity!
A perfect mix of music, laughter and drinks. Our guide Kevin kept the energy high and never disappointed at singing along to our music. Amazing bar crawl line up and great vibes—100% recommend for a fun night out!