7AM Breakfast & Lunch

2948 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1T 1N8, Canada
+1 613-260-7007
$$$ Breakfast restaurant
(411 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

7AM Breakfast & Lunch sits easily into Ottawa’s Bank Street dining scene as a straightforward spot for a solid morning or midday meal. The restaurant’s focus is on breakfast and lunch classics, served in a bright, clean environment with wide, comfortable booths—a detail that makes it welcoming for groups, families, or solo visitors looking to settle in.

The atmosphere leans toward practical and functional rather than fancy, which suits a place that gets steady foot traffic from locals and visitors alike, including hikers from nearby NCC trails. You can expect attentive service without feeling rushed, with staff checking in regularly and making sure refills and requests are handled promptly.

Menu highlights reflect a hearty approach to breakfast, including rich offerings like various styles of Eggs Benedict: the Smoked Salmon Benny adds a savory twist, while the Garden Benny brings in mushrooms and spinach for a bit of veggie balance. The Southwestern Hashed plate stands out with its blend of chorizo, avocado, and a creamy poblano avocado ranch—comfort food with a southwest kick. For families, the kids’ pancakes featuring chocolate chips or Nutella with strawberries offer an easy way to keep little ones happy.

Portions tend to be generous and satisfying, the kind that fill you up for the day’s activities without waddling you out the door. Prices hover around reasonable ranges for this type of home-style breakfast, making it a practical choice for those looking to enjoy a well-rounded meal without fuss.

Overall, this spot works well for anyone aiming to start their day with a reliable breakfast, whether it’s after a morning walk, a casual weekend meet-up, or simply a no-frills weekday meal. The vibe is unpretentious but cheerful—more about the food and comfort than style—and the straightforward menu means there’s something to please different tastes without complexity.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

411 Reviews
Christianne Manuel

23 Dec 2025

Amazing place for breakfast!! We got the pulled beef eggs benny and the meat feast. Portions were great. Mehul our server was serving what looked like the whole restaurant! He was amazing and very attentive. The food tasted great and pretty affordable (approx. $16 each plate). Will definitely be coming back!

Omer Humayun

11 Dec 2025

Interesting name for a restaurant, but it doesn't keep you guessing as to what they offer. It doesn't look like anything special from the outside, other than it look like a breakfast/lunch place. We were greeted by a friendly smile as we entered, and were seated promptly with menus at a comfy booth with comfy chairs. The overall atmosphere could be described as clean, simple, and functional. Our order was taken with a tablet by our server. Great system, as the ticket goes straight to the kitchen to get the plates started with less waiting time. I ordered steak and eggs, my wife got the smoked salmon benny. We both got coffee, with free refills. Coffee is what you'd expect from a diner. It's hot, with mild flavour. Food arrived quickly. My steak was overcooked, eggs were undercooked by a smidge, and the potatoes lacked seasoning. My wife's benny was ok, if a bit underwhelming. Overall, the food wasn't bad, but it wasn't something we'll want to experience again. However, I would be willing to visit again to try one of their "hashed" dishes. But, only if they put some seasoning on the potatoes.

Tim Welch

30 Oct 2025

We found this spot after a hike on a nearby NCC trail, what a great find! Bright, airy, very clean (spotless washrooms) and a wide variety on the menu - something for everyone and every diet. The food was excellent - hot, very tasty, cooked the way we requested - and the service was exemplary - we never had to wait for coffee refills and every server was friendly and happy. We left happy and vowing to return - a gem on South Bank St!

Alex Wang

06 Oct 2025

Arriving 10am on a Friday morning, our party of 3 was seated instantly in large and wide comfortable booths. The servers were very friendly and attentive. I ordered the Southwestern Hashed plate, as well as a coffee. Total after tax and tip of $24. My food was flavorful and seasoned well. The eggs, although not visually pleasing, were cooked to order. The taste of the guacamole, poblano avocado ranch sauce, onions and peppers, and chorizo layered together well, and the home fries provided the perfect backdrop. The home fries were very good in their own right, crisped well but with a creamy and rich interior. The amount of food was also generous, and I took 1/2 to go. The coffee was drip coffee with unlimited refills. It was a medium roast, and brewed well with no bitter aftertaste. The server was on point with the refills. I won’t be seeking out this restaurant again, as I found nothing particularly spectacular or special about it, but I can definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a decent and filling breakfast or lunch in the area.

John Nicola

28 Sep 2025

First time trying 7AM Breakfast and Lunch. They offer a wonderful breakfast at an excellent price. They have unique Avacado toast, which i really enjoyed. The BlueNANA (Blueberry-Bannana) smoothie was awesome! I would recommend trying this breakfast spot. The atmosphere is cute. I would have liked to see more flavor in the home fries. Overall, it is a wonderful breakfast place to try out!

Devon

23 Sep 2025

so good food and super-friendly and fast/attentive service. the couple who run the restaurant were super sweet, and everything was great. I got the avocado toast w poached eggs. it was great. also tried the strawberry waffle, which was also delightful.

Samuel Pernell

15 Sep 2025

Ashley was my server she was very professional and had a great attitude. My favorite waitress at this new breakfast joint. She is awesome!!!!!

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