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Stofa Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Canadian•4.9(148)Stofa is built on a passion for food, traditional and modern cooking methods, and creativity. We look to the ingredients to bridge the gap between time-honoured techniques and modern progression, producing a comfortable, inventive, and evocative dining experience.
Stofa's name represents a place of warmth and comfort where people can gather to eat, drink and be with friends. We proudly support local and sustainable products, and participate in the farm and food community, all while providing guests with vibrant and engaging food presented in an approachable yet innovative dining setting.
Located in the vibrant Wellington West area of Ottawa, Stofa offers a 3 or 5 course table d'hote menu which changes regularly. We offer patio dining (weather dependent) and have a private room available for large groups or professional meetings.Erling's Variety
Price: Expensive•Tapas / Small Plates•4.9(147)We are a locally loved neighbourhood bistro just tucked away off Bank street in the Glebe. We serve updated versions of familiar classics in an unpretentious and homey atmosphere.
We feature small sharing plates that we serve tapas style. Our dishes 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 are centrally located and blocks from TD place.
Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine
Price: Very Expensive•Peruvian•4.9(732)Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine brings Chef Lizardo Becerra and his team's Peruvian food to the heart of Ottawa.
Enjoy a seasonal menu that features bold ingredients from Peru, Ocean Wise-recommended seafood and locally sourced meats. Fresh cocktails, curated wines, local beers and traditional Peruvian drinks complement the thrilling food menu.Shinka Sushi Bar
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.9(67)After too long Shinka Sushi Bar is finally back to a dine in service! Nestled in the heart of an industrial park come check out our hideaway.
Grounded Kitchen - Carling
Price: Moderate•Gastro Pub•4.9(118)Since 2010, Grounded's focus has been on serving great food. Our made-from-scratch philosophy & hands-on approach is evident in everything we do. We specialize in gastro-pub fare, BBQ, third-wave coffee, and delicious cocktails. Grounded’s new location at 1545 Carling, embodies everything the Grounded brand has come to represent. Grounded Carling disrupts typical expectations, described as a "hidden gem" with an innovative approach by blending automation with the human element of customer service.
Grounded's space is edgy & creative. The one-of-a-kind dining room features a mix of glass, steel and concrete, an abundance of colorful lighting, and large art pieces from talented local artists. There is a beautiful, lush patio and an abundance of free (validated) parking.Stolen Goods Cocktail Bar
Price: Expensive•Cocktail Bar•4.8(283)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+.
DreamLand Cafe
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(547)Located in the heart of Ottawa’s Little Italy, Dreamland Pasta Cafe & Bar, is easy to love but hard to leave. The fresh pasta brings you in but the vibrant energy and heartbeat of the space allows you to indulge in
every moment from small talk to dessert.Riviera
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Canadian•4.8(3,231)Welcome to Riviera!
Reservations may be subject to time restrictions, dependent on availability. Please check your reservation email for full details. If your group requires more time, kindly call the restaurant at 613-233-6262 and we will do our best to accommodate you. Groups of six or more are subject to a 20% gratuity.
Please note, reservations made for outdoors are guaranteed for outdoor seating only. We may not be able to move you inside in the event of bad weather.
We look forward to hosting you! Please feel free to call us with any questions!
Paper Tiger Noodle Bar
Price: Expensive•Fusion / Eclectic•4.8(114)"Paper Tiger"
Someone or something that seems intimidating and all powerful, but in reality, is not. Don't judge a book by its cover.
In the heart of Old Ottawa South, Paper Tiger Noodle Bar is where fusion meets local. With a seasonal food and drink menu, you are guaranteed to find your new favourite dining experience.Bar Lupulus
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Canadian•4.9(1,449)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, Craft Cocktails & over 500 Natural wine cuvees available for dine in and takeout through our online bottle shop!
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- SSimplyOttawa •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoOur waitress Avery was superb- attentive, discrete, on top of things. Great gal to have us enjoy our night out as coworkers. Will definitely return when the food and service is so good!More infoJOEY RideauPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• ByWard Market•4.5
- SStan2 reviews4.0Dined 4 days agoExcellent dinner choice. The cassoulet is to die for. Prime efficient service. Highly recommendedMore infoCocotte BistroPrice: Expensive• French• Ottawa•4.2
- MMikeOttawa •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoAll amazed at the quality of care, food and beverages... well done!More infoMatiPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Little Italy•4.7
- MMarcOttawa •3 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 11, 2025Great food, great patio and great service. Is one of go to places.More infoJOEY LansdownePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• The Glebe•4.7
- AAvrilVIPToronto / Ontario •5 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 8, 2025We had an absolutely lovely time for my husbands birthday. Hailey was our server and she was friendly and nice and helped with the menu as well. It's definitely one of our favourite spots in Ottawa!More infoCantina GiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Glebe•4.7
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Dog-friendly restaurants in Ottawa include Mill St. Brew Pub - Ottawa, EVOO Greek Kitchen and JOEY Lansdowne
Child-friendly restaurants in Ottawa include Lone Star Texas Grill - Barrhaven, Montana's BBQ & Bar - Gloucester and Lone Star Texas Grill - Stittsville
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