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A multicultural village with an asian flavor

The marketplaces of Somerset Street Chinatown BIA offers a glimpse into the Far East. The Asian influence can be felt throughout the shops and restaurants of Somerset Street Chinatown BIA, Ottawa's only Asian village. Every nook and cranny reveals treasures, whether it be 1000 year old eggs, hand painted silk garments, rice noodles or fine hand crafted jewelry, the journey throughout the shops will lead you on a voyage of discovery.

Ottawa's Somerset Street is your destination for Asian Business,
Shopping and Restaurants

Like the explorers of old searching for a spice route to the Far East, residents and visitors alike will experience the thrill of discovery. Walk through the marketplace, listening to the melodic tones of many languages; enjoy a unique shopping experience of oriental pottery, clothing, feng shui material, books, and other goods; visit the restaurants for dim-sum or try some of the many cultural foods of Asia; enjoy our refreshing bubble-tea; drop in to the hairdresser for a new hair-do, in the Somerset Street Chinatown BIA, Ottawa's Asian Village, in the heart of downtown.