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Stolen Goods Cocktail Bar
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Expensive
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Cocktail Bar
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5
(162)
Turning words into action.
An unconventional cocktail bar born from the desire that ideas are meant to be changed.
Amorphous in nature.
For all changes to reservations please contact us through instagram, email or message through OpenTable. We do not have a phone line during business hours.
A gratuity of 20% will be included on all groups of 5+.
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Alice
Price: Very Expensive
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Vegetarian
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4.8
(462)
Alice is a fermentation and vegetable focused restaurant in Ottawa, Canada by award winning chef Briana Kim. Our food is inspired by Canadian landscape, and traditional and modern techniques of fermentation around the world. Due to the nature of our fermentation focused menu, some of the components are prepared in advance and we cannot accommodate all allergies and preferences. Please contact us prior to booking at info@alicerestaurant.ca to confirm. Alice offers one dining option; an 8 course blind tasting menu at $185 per person, and natural wine and fermented juice pairings at $135 per person. Each reservation is booked for 2 hours. We have an intimate dining room; we kindly ask that bookings be dedicated to adults and older children only to ensure a timely service and quiet atmosphere.
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Carben Restaurant
Price: Moderate
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Global, International
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4.9
(843)
Carben is located in Hintonburg and thrives from the vibrancy and support of the community. The restaurant is named after the owners Caroline Ngo and Kevin Benes. It is a play on carbon, which is a compound found in all living plants and animals.
The food at Carben is expressive, modern and ever evolving. We are inspired by local and international ingredients and cuisine. We are always challenging ourselves, our staff and our customers. We love collaborating our food with craft cocktails which are created with the same intensity as our food.
The space was designed by Shannon Smithers-Gay from one80 Design. The space is modern and rustic with a touch of industrial – from the quartz bar, to the personalized book shelves, and the large modern light fixtures. We want the space to feel inviting and a place that everyone wants to keep coming back.
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C'est Tout Bakery & Bistro
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Bistro
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4.7
(16)
Located on the main floor of the historic Hotel Rideau in Smiths Falls, C'est Tout Bakery & Bistro is serving up chef-driven takes on classic comfort foods and desserts.
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Retro Gusto
Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.8
(288)
Retrogusto is a pizzeria and bar that brings some much needed excitement to the north end of Preston street. We serve a Roman style pizza "Tonda", traditional roman fried snacks, salumi, cheeses and other small plates. Our food will be complimented by a small wine list that will be in constant rotation, strictly Italian classic cocktails, and beautiful amaro's from around Italy. The warm, cozy, dimly lit dining room with an open kitchen will be the perfect place to do the only thing that matters; eat good food, drink good wine and have a good time with friends.
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Erling's Variety
Price: Expensive
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Tapas / Small Plates
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4.6
(27)
We are a locally loved neighbourhood bistro just tucked away off the main street in the Glebe. We serve updated versions of familiar classics in an unpretentious and homey atmosphere.
We feature small sharing plates served tapas style that are meant to be enjoyed leisurely and in good company. We offer a seasonal and ever changing menu, oysters, a curated wine selection, classic cocktails as well as happy hour specials Tuesday through Thursday. We have a beautiful, tree shaded patio and are centrally located blocks from TD place.
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Atelier - Ottawa
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Very Expensive
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Contemporary Canadian
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4.8
(1642)
Atelier is a tasting menu restaurant in Ottawa serving 'New Canadian' cuisine based on hypermodern culinary techniques and technology.
We exclusively offer a 40-course tasting menu experience at a cost of $225 per guest. Pairing options are also available: Full Wine Pairing - $175, Half Wine Pairing - $125, Bespoke Wine Pairing - $300, Cocktail Pairing - $150 & Placebo Pairing - $100. *Pricing quoted is per guest
Please budget for a dining time of around 4 hours (approx. 10 courses per hour)
It is imperative when reserving to make note of any and all allergies, sensitivities, dislikes and/or preferences. Please be as detailed as possible so our kitchen may best prepare your experience.
We thank you for your continued support and look forward to serving you soon!
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Giovanni's Ristorante
Price: Very Expensive
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Italian
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4.7
(303)
Giovanni�s Ristorante, which you can find in Ottawa, Ontario, is proud of its reputation for serving some of the finest Italian cuisine in the surrounding area. The staff insists upon only the finest ingredients like AAA steaks and seafood taken fresh from the sea. Guests will also enjoy the lovely d�cor, which is filled with gleaming crystal, in addition to the food at Giovanni�s Ristorante. One great way to start your meal at Giovanni�s Ristorante is with one of the excellent soups, such as the minestrone or the stracciatella. When you make it to the main meal, you might try one of the veal dishes. The veal marsala, with mushrooms and a wine sauce, is just one of many options.
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Perch
Price: Very Expensive
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Contemporary Canadian
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4.8
(68)
Perch is an intimate fine dining restaurant focusing on Canadian ingredients, ethical and sustainable products.
Recently awarded as the 4th Best New Canadian Restaurant by Enroute. With the dining room facing into the wide open kitchen offering two Tasting Menus a night and a bar focusing on unique cocktails and natural wines.
Five Course is $100 for food menu (beverage pairing available)
Nine Course is $145 for food menu (beverage pairing available)
We release reservations 6 weeks (42 days) in advance.
Please be sure to specify any dietary restrictions when making a reservation.
Please note that for reservations of 5 or more people, please call us at 613-515-0535 or email amanda@perchottawa.ca
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Brigadoon Restaurant
Great vibe
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Price: Very Expensive
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International
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4.7
(223)
Experience fine dining in one of Ontario 1839;s finest heritage buildings. We offer lunch, dinner, Sunday traditional roast lunch special, afternoon tea and many themed evenings. We also have Flour free, vegetarian, Dairy free and Children menus. Patio seating only
Our dining room is not open at the present and we have a new menu which you can see on the web site below Hope to see you soon
Cheryl & Stephanie
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Parlour
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary Canadian
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4.7
(239)
Parlour is a restaurant and an event space with capacity of 250 guests, we offer private dining in our venue and can accommodate large party reservations.
Chef driven, seasonal menus, using farm to table ingredients. Our wine program highlights low-intervention, natural wine producers and our curated cocktails are a fun time. We are located centrally in Wellington West.
Celebrated as one of Ottawa's top 10 new restaurants.
Our interior space offers a cozy, eclectic interior of mid-century modern design.
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Bar Lupulus
Price: Very Expensive
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Contemporary Canadian
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4.8
(1163)
Cozy Craft Beer and Natural Wine Bar with a Backyard Patio Oasis. Serving locally sourced & seasonally inspired comfort focused plates by Chef James Bratsberg. 22 rotating taps & over 500 funky bottles available for dine in and takeout through our online bottle shop!
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DreamLand Cafe
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.8
(355)
THE BEST PASTA IN OTTAWA
LOCAL - FRESH - FEELS LIKE HOME
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Hunter's Public House
Price: Moderate
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Canadian
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4.7
(122)
Hunter's is a modern, suburban pub offering high-quality food and beverages, coupled with exceptional service. Unique elements in an inviting and social atmosphere create a sense of neighbourhood ‘place’. Creating Hunter's Public House was a long-time vision of Chef Charles MacInnis and Amy MacInnis. With young children, finding a kid-friendly place to eat out where they could also enjoy some amazing food with a great pint was tough. Hunter's Public House is just that! Hunter's food menu features a blend of classics and fresh creations, highlighted by locally sourced ingredients. Hunter's beverage menu features an Ottawa Valley exclusive draft beer line-up and extensive can/bottle selection. Hunter's also showcases craft sodas sure to delight the young and the young at heart. Next time you're in the neighborhood, drop in and say 'Hi'!
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VIV Bistro
Price: Moderate
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Contemporary French
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4.6
(26)
A new contemporary French Bistro serving inspired Lyonnaise Bouchon cuisine, We create a matrimony with local and seasonal ingredients with beautiful inventive cocktails, thoughtful mocktails and carefully chosen wines and to create memorable experiences with a creative and fun twist. Open now from Tuesday-Sunday from 5pm-10-11pm.
Private bookings and tastings also available.

See what locals rave about in Ottawa

From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
  • AlexYorky
    Ottawa •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Really great experience. Food was incredible, mocktails were the best I’ve ever had! Service was great and knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. 10/10!
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    North and NavyPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Ottawa
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    4.8
  • PeterH
    Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Second time at Riviera. Major disappointment was the menu with only four choices for the main course. Surprised there was no rack of lamb, a Canadian favourite. Otherwise, it's a decent place to go for the ambience and service, and the wine menu which is exhaustive but at a rather large markup.
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    RivieraPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Ottawa
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    4.7
  • LaurieJ
    Tampa / Central Florida West •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Friendly and knowledgable service. Food was great.
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    Cantina GiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Glebe
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    4.4
  • SarahM
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Restaurant was nice but menu very limited. Mostly vegan options and honestly not a lot of good meat options. It was more vegan, snack kind of food and they focused more on pizzas. Spent $200 on a bad menu. You’re paying for the views only
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    La TerrassePrice: Expensive• Canadian• ByWard Market
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    4.1
  • TrevorT
    Toronto / Ontario •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2023
    Food was great (loved the steak/ frites, and the French onion soup)! Cocktails were delicious and the renovation of the dining room was beautiful! Congrats to the team on such an amazing job! Highly encourage this location for a regular night out or a pre-NAC show!
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    Cocotte BistroPrice: Expensive• French• Ottawa
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    4.5

Frequently asked questions

Dog friendly restaurants in Ottawa include Fratelli - Westboro, Bar Lupulus and Hunter's Public House

Child friendly restaurants in Ottawa include Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier, The Cameron and Montana's BBQ & Bar - Gloucester

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