In terms of culinary options, Ottawa is pretty diverse. From Canadian classics to Asian delicacies, you can taste it all without even leaving the city. But did you know you can get incredible Filipino food in Ottawa too? If the sound of pineapple- and garlic-infused pork burgers topped with cheesy pimento and deep-fried pig ears has your mouth watering with anticipation, you may want to check out Tami's Cafe. With Filipino-fusion menu items like pandan pancakes, boozy ube lattes, halo-halo dessert, and more, your taste buds are sure to be tingling with satisfaction in no time. Whether you're a serious foodie with a taste for Asian treats, or are simply looking to try something new, this charming little cafe is the spot to do it. With such a mix of colours, the food and drinks available are the kind of meals you eat with your eyes first. Are you ready to spam your Insta feed with delicious, vibrant Filipino food? Because obviously, a trip to the cafe with your BFFs needs to be on your Ottawa food bucket list. So, gather the squad and bring your appetite! One of the more daring and adventurous menu items is certainly the sizzling sisig. This is a classic Filipino dish that includes grilled and sauteed pig belly with pig ears, chilli peppers, and red onions. View this post on Instagram Our new open hours are now in full effect. Tuesday - Thursday 11am (3pm-5pm Closed) 9pm Friday 11am - 9pm Saturday 11am - 11pm Sunday 9:30am - 3pm . . . . . . . . . . . #TamisCafeandResto #TamisCafe #downtownbank #613 #613eats #ottcity #ottawaeats #ottawa #canadaeats #localbusiness #local #foodlife #food #homemade #scratch #foodlove #ottawafoodies #ottawatourism #ottawafood #foodie #canada #canadafoodie #myottawa A post shared by Tamis Resto & Bar (@tamiscafeottawa) on Sep 6, 2019 at 12:30pm PDT View this post on Instagram Do you know whats sizzling away? New app alert! If you love pork like we do, then try our sizzling pork belly with pig ears served with our house made garlic flatbread. Also paired well with San Miguel Beer which we also carry😎 . . #TGIF . . . #TamisCafeandResto #TamisCafe #downtownbank #613 #613eats #ottcity #ottawaeats #ottawa #canadaeats #localbusiness #local #foodlife #food #homemade #scratch #foodlove #ottawafoodies #ottawatourism #ottawafood #foodie #canada #canadafoodie #myottawa A post shared by Tamis Resto & Bar (@tamiscafeottawa) on Mar 29, 2019 at 9:17am PDT It's served on a hot plate, and you can even get it topped with an egg if you somehow feel you need to add more to this treat! If you're looking to expand your food horizons but sisig sounds a little too bold, then perhaps the less intimidating deep-fried pork belly will appeal to you. Fried pork belly, or Lechon Kawali, is a salty, crispy dish that might be easier to try than the chewier sizzling sisig. View this post on Instagram The longanisa pork burger (topped with an extremely generous amount of pimento cheese) at @tamiscafeottawa, one of the city’s very few Filipino eateries #longanisa #filipinofood #ottawafoodies #ottawaeats #613eats #centretownottawa A post shared by Peter Hum (@peterhum) on Aug 18, 2019 at 6:15am PDT View this post on Instagram New app! 🙌 Crispy pork belly with pickled papaya and vinegar dip. Pairs great with draft beer or cocktails! . . . . . . . . . . . . #TamisCafeandResto #TamisCafe #downtownbank #613 #613eats #ottcity #ottawaeats #ottawa #canadaeats #localbusiness #local #foodlife #food #homemade #scratch #foodlove #ottawafoodies #ottawatourism #ottawafood #foodie #canada #canadafoodie #myottawa #613ottawa #apt613 A post shared by Tamis Resto & Bar (@tamiscafeottawa) on Oct 29, 2019 at 3:32pm PDT Of course, if you want to play it really safe, then the garlic- and pineapple-infused pork burger is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It comes topped with cheese pimento spread, tomato, and onions on a homemade pandesal bun. Yum. View this post on Instagram We call this the Cream Puffwich!!! A cream puff that's so stuffed, you can call it a sandwich! While supplies last! . . . . . . . . . . . . #TamisCafeandResto #TamisCafe #downtownbank #613 #613eats #ottcity #ottawaeats #ottawa #canadaeats #localbusiness #local #foodlife #food #homemade #scratch #foodlove #ottawafoodies #ottawatourism #ottawafood #foodie #canada #canadafoodie #myottawa A post shared by Tamis Resto & Bar (@tamiscafeottawa) on Sep 6, 2019 at 6:07pm PDT View this post on Instagram How about some New Years resolution cake? Limited time for these lemon and matcha cakes! They are vegan, gluten-free, and guilt free 😘 . . . . . #TamisCafeandResto #TamisCafe #613 #613eats #ottcity #ottawaeats #ottawa #canadaeats #localbusiness #local #foodlife #food #homemade #scratch #foodlove #ottawafoodies #ottawatourism #ottawafood #matcha #lemon #vegan #healthy #glutenfree A post shared by Tamis Resto & Bar (@tamiscafeottawa) on Jan 2, 2019 at 4:47pm PST And you can't forget the mouth-watering desserts and drinks available here, either. In the warmer months, the cafe usually offers halo-halo, a cold dessert made from evaporated milk and shaved ice and topped with sweet beans, ube (purple yams), and more. View this post on Instagram Lets forget today's not so warm weather and a quick reminder that we still serve Halo Halo! We'll have them all throughout September. 🍹 . . . . . . . . . . . . #TamisCafeandResto #TamisCafe #downtownbank #613 #613eats #ottcity #ottawaeats #ottawa #canadaeats #localbusiness #local #foodlife #food #homemade #scratch #foodlove #ottawafoodies #ottawatourism #ottawafood #foodie #canada #canadafoodie #myottawa A post shared by Tamis Resto & Bar (@tamiscafeottawa) on Sep 4, 2019 at 2:30pm PDT There is also a fairly wide selection of unique cocktails for you to sip on, as well, including the Dirty Ube Latte. That's full of Baileys, Kahlua, espresso, ube, and froth milk. The lattes also pair beautifully with the bright green pandan pancakes. Pandan is a tropical plant used in a number of recipes and adds an almost coconut flavour. Tami's Cafe Price: 💸 Cuisine: Filipino-fusion Address: 374 Bank St., Ottawa, ON Why You Need To Go: You can taste a wide range of classic and delicious Filipino dishes right here in Ottawa. View this post on Instagram Have you tried our Pandan buttermilk pancakes? We now serve brunch weekdays and all day Sunday! . . . . . . #TamisCafeandResto #TamisCafe #downtownbank #613 #613eats #ottcity #ottawaeats #ottawa #canadaeats #localbusiness #local #pandan #foodlife #food #homemade #scratch #foodlove #ottawafoodies #ottawatourism #ottawafood A post shared by Tamis Resto & Bar (@tamiscafeottawa) on Dec 15, 2018 at 8:37am PST Menu