Essentials
Herongate Mall
This is the most convenient place to get stuff within walking distance
Arts & Culture
Gymnasium, exercise room, seniors' centre, food bank, dance classes, theatre, art classes, and many activities. Also has vending machines.
Heron Road Community Centre
1480 Heron RdGymnasium, exercise room, seniors' centre, food bank, dance classes, theatre, art classes, and many activities. Also has vending machines.
Food Scene
Tim Hortons
525 Somerset St WDrive-thru
Beijing Legend
1800 Bank StThe best dim sum in Ottawa is here. They also deliver.
Lobster poutine! Also fresh fish, daily specials, and good selection of wines.
16 locals recommend
Pelican Seafood Market and Grill
1500 Bank StLobster poutine! Also fresh fish, daily specials, and good selection of wines.
Cora
1530 St. Laurent BlvdGreat Canadian breakfasts and lunches.
Ariana Kabab House
2677 Alta Vista DriveGreat value for tasty family-oriented Afghan meals.
A long-time favourite of the neighboorhood for pizza and everything. Recently renovated, they have sports on the TV's. They deliver too.
Bella Vista Restaurant
2645 Alta Vista DriveA long-time favourite of the neighboorhood for pizza and everything. Recently renovated, they have sports on the TV's. They deliver too.
Shopping
Supplies of all kinds can be purchased here. It's not just tires. Canal skates, sporting goods, cookware. Automotive services and gas station. There's also a small farmer's market in the parking lot.
9 locals recommend
Canadian Tire
1820 Merivale RdSupplies of all kinds can be purchased here. It's not just tires. Canal skates, sporting goods, cookware. Automotive services and gas station. There's also a small farmer's market in the parking lot.