Our Vision
More Than Food
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“To establish Yard 54 as Ottawa’s leading African street food restaurant, known for more than food — a cultural hub on wheels that brings African culture to life, builds community, and makes everyone who visits feel at home.”
From our roots in West African street food to our table in Ottawa, every dish carries a story — of spice, of family, of a continent’s boundless culinary creativity. We serve it with the warmth it deserves.
The Chefs
Meet Our Team
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Chef Kwame
Executive Chef
Chef Amina
Pastry Chef
Chef Tunde
Sous Chef
Nadia M.
Head Sommelier
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The Space
Where Ambiance Meets Soul
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Our 80-seat dining room draws on African textile patterns, hand-carved timber, and warm candlelight to create an atmosphere that is intimate, refined, and unmistakably rooted in the continent's visual heritage.
80
Seats
2
Private Rooms
1
Outdoor Terrace
Full
Bar & Lounge
Gallery
The Atmosphere
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Practical Information
Location
Ottawa, Ontario
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Opening Hours
Tue–Thu: 12–9:30pm
Fri–Sat: 12–10:30pm
Sun: 4pm–9pm
Closed Monday
Fri–Sat: 12–10:30pm
Sun: 4pm–9pm
Closed Monday
Private Dining
Exclusive rooms up to 24 guests. Bespoke menus available.
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