Ottawa’s best local businesses

The 25 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Sep 8

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25 businesses across 4 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants10 places · newest: B.A.S.H. Burger and Sushi House - Ottawa, Sep 5
• 02Nightlife3 places · newest: Shakers Sports Bar & Grill, Sep 5
• 03Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage3 places · newest: Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois, Sep 5
• 04Health & Wellness3 places · newest: Blizfull Spa, Aug 2

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• Candy and Corn

  Bakeries & Sweets

  Candy and Corn is the family-owned sweet spot turning out in-house caramel corn, handmade fudge and chocolates, cupcakes and seasonal…

  516 W Mondamin St (Minooka) · candyandcorn.com ↗

• Cato Fashions

  Shopping

  Chain with stylish apparel for women ranging from junior to plus sizes, along with accessories.

  4036 Veterans Dr · stores.catofashions.com ↗

• Hibbett

  Shopping

  Retail chain selling athletic shoes, apparel & accessories, plus licensed team merchandise.

  2740 Columbus St #100 · hibbett.com ↗

• Great Clips

  Beauty

  Casual salon offering haircuts for adults & kids along with professional styling products for sale.

  361 W Stevenson Rd · salons.greatclips.com ↗

• Jeremiah Joe Coffee - Downtown Ottawa

  Cafes

  Coffee spot offering free-trade brews, baked goods, classes & catering in a buzzy modern space.

  807 La Salle St · jeremiahjoecoffee.com ↗

• Ottawa Historical and Scouting Heritage Museum

  Arts & Culture

  Showcase of Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts & Camp Fire history & memorabilia, plus a gift shop.

  1100 Canal St · ottawahistoricalscoutingmuseum.org ↗

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