Palmier

I can start by saying I can’t wait to come back.. the place is super cute, the views with the fall colors are amazing. We visited on a Sunday morning, it was super busy and the lady at the cash switched menus right at our turn, for a shortened one to minimize stress on the kitchen, my order was not on the minimized one.. but the lady at the cash was super nice to accept it. My latte came right through, it was amazing , we tried the pumpkin loaf very moist and flavourful! The main plates came a bit late and I totally understand because of the load they had. It’s lovely how they have many scattered seating in the woods.. I really one come back during the fall and enjoy this new gem in Chelsea

Such a lovely little gem to enjoy a tasty coffee / latte in Chelsea. Always buzzing with people. Sometimes hard to find parking and waiting in line is a common thing but worth the wait. Food is fresh and delicious while the portions are generous. Great brunch menu.

Food is similarly priced to other restaurants. Coffee is on the more expensive side because the quality is extremely high. Always 2 filter coffees and 2 espressos on the go. 3rd wave premium. Baristas are excellent. Building is beautiful, all staff are very friendly. A hidden gem for sure.

Great selections of food. French toast was delicious! Very nice ambience and friendly staff.

Delightful!! Got the chance to stop by today for a late lunch and am so glad I went. Food and drink was great, and had a lovely selection of goods.

Wonderful ambience, great coffee and tasty sandwiches!
Also, incredible service! Can't wait to come in summer time to enjoy their patio!

I am reluctant to give Palmier 5 stars (although they fully deserve it) merely from a selfish point of view. If it gets too popular I may not be able to get a seat.

This place offers solid food & solid customer service. The vegetarian chili was sublime. Some cilantro, cheese & jalapeño on top. The bread was toasted & speckled with sea salt. The coffee was robust along with a divine chocolate/pecan square. Sparkling water on tap for free.

And they know service: amicable with guests. A offer of a second cup of coffee.

Vibe was chill. Laid back music for the soundtrack.

Gluten & dairy friendly, can accommodate certain items to fit.

Whenever I come by here, no matter how busy, the staff are all very warm and inviting. They’ve all been very knowledgeable on allergies and often help with adjusting my order. The food comes out in a timely manner and is always very flavourful. I would definitely recommend

Ps. Get the power cookie

A cozy atmosphere, very friendly staff, and quality drinks and food. Worth the price. I will choose drive 30 mins here from Ottawa for the experience during quiet opening hours in the mornings.

Omg! How have I not found you all these years.

So the outdoor seating is absolutely amazing they have an outdoor upstairs - super cute facing the back which is just the woods. Also an outdoor area on the main level facing the parking lot.

The avacado on toast was truly something I've never tasted! It was so delicious. The rice pudding bowl was a super healthy yet yummy tasting breakfast that was super filling.

The ricotta french toast is a must. We only managed to eat half of it and had the rest later at home.

Service is superb...the only shortfall is the insulation indoors the weather was cold so we sat inside and there were groups of cyclists and it was super loud.

Otherwise 5/5 for everything! I'll be back for lunch for sure!

Thank you😊🙃

The ambiance here is spectacular with plenty of different seating options, inside and outside. The pastries are delicious and the drinks are well made. Can’t wait to try the lunch menu!

A gem! Amazing brunch sandwiches and the chocolate banana french toast was heavenly! Warm atmosphere and friendly staff. Set against a wooded hill, has the feel of a lovely cottage. Beautiful all year round!

Hidden gem!
Perfect for a "before" or "after" spa pit stop, perfect for any cyclist in the area, simply charming!

Good food, great presentation, lovely music not tacky, very cozy feeling.

Agréablement surprise, allez-y!

The avocado toast taste is way better than it looks!!!! Love it!

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I'm always on the hunt for places with a great brunch, and decided to stop by Palmier recently, on my way to snowboarding at Camp Fortune!

I never knew they were the sister shop of Redoorprovisions until I checked out their Instagram page - how cool! Redoorprovisions is one of my favourite cafés in Ottawa - with unique drinks such as a honey lavender latté, grilled cheeses, and baked goods!

Upon entering Palmier, you'll notice that their ceilings are super high and lofty, and that seating is on the second floor overlooking the main floor. It is SUPER cozy above, as you can people watch below!

All their freshly baked goods are on display near the cash, and I love that they are unique! I couldn't resist trying a Frangipane, which had almond, apricot, cheese, and ginger flavours - SO good with a cup of coffee!

Also, the latté I ordered made my day - seriously! This is the FIRST time I've ever received a latté with SWAN latté art on it! I was pleasantly surprised, and amazed at how well the swan was done; just look at the photos! I couldn't stop smiling the entire time as I was drinking it.

Now onto the brunch dishes!

I ADORE smoked salmon, so I couldn't resist trying the Beet & Salmon Gravlax ($17 - add the egg for $1.50)! It was on challah bread, with herby cream cheese, smashed beet, micro-greens, salmon gravlax, pickled cucumber, pickled onion, and dill. This was SO satisfying, with THICK challah bread, and a good amount of salmon.

The other dish I tried was the Shakshuka, which is vegetarian ($17 - of course, I had to add bacon for $1.50. You can also get it vegan, or gluten free)! This came with a spicy tomato and red pepper sauce, poached eggs, parmesan cheese, green onion, ricotta, greens, and challah toast. I would say it was lightly spicy - not too noticeable if you're not one for spice. It is really fun to eat Shakshuka as you can take pieces of the bread and load them up with the rich sauce and bacon!

And for something cozy, I recommend you try their soup of the day (side $4, meal $7). The one I had was Sweet potato with curry and coconut - it was so savoury, it was hard to believe it was vegetarian! It was also gluten-free.

What's unique is that not only is there seating inside, I noticed there was also outdoor seating, as well as a few spots surrounding a fire pit - so cozy! When it's warmer, I'll definitely be back to relax and grab a treat and drink again. I'm curious about their Power Bowl and Poké Bowl as well - let me know if you've tried them!

This is probably the most adorable cafe I have been to in a while! It feels so cottage-y and homey. The interior is absolutely gorgeous, and the staff is so friendly. The coffee is great and the prices are fair. The outdoor seating is gorgeous and the views are amazing.

super delicious breakfast sandwich + drinks. lovely staff and gorgeous building with 2 floors and an outdoor section :)

This was an incredible spot to sit down and get a gluten free breakfast and a lovely latte - as well as a delish power cookie, also gf, to go. I was very happy with how they made sure I knew what eating options were available to me and the presentation was so gorgeous, as well as the quality of the food was exceptional. I wished we were in town longer so I could come again. Next time for sure. Also loved all the little cactus decor!!

Stopped for a quick brunch bite to eat. The club and veggie sandwiches were great! We enjoyed the feel of the entire place and the Lattes were spot on. 1hr limit and all covid protocols in place giving a save feeling during our stay. Thank you!

My hubby and I stopped in for a coffee and a little scenic get away from home and honestly after being at Palmier for only a short while, we didn't really want to leave. 😆 I guess that would explain why the parking lot was packed. Clearly there are many who feel the same, yet it is not a crowded place. The seating arrangements are so cozy and spread out. They have indoor and outdoor options, just for 2 or for a small group. There's even a firepit outside.
I would highly recommend this cafe to anyone. The staff, the service, the menu, the layout and the atmosphere...everything was wonderful. We had a cappuccino and some fresh baked goodies and we were blown away with the flavors. Simply delicious! 😋☕
The location is great too, afterwards we went for a little hike in Gatineau Park which is located right across the road.