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1. Arlo - Ottawa

4.8

Exceptional(858)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Ottawa

Booked 19 times today

Arlo is a neighbourhood restaurant & wine with natural wine, comforting food & good tunes in a laid back and cozy environment. Outdoor seating & private dining available. Chef Jamie Stunt's simple but refined dishes inspired by the people and places we love.

2. Fauna

4.9

Exceptional(1448)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Ottawa

Booked 6 times today

fauna is about the things we love: eating and drinking with friends and family in a fun space. Our menu is seasonally driven and we support local farmers and producers wherever possible. We love the neighborhood and the space and are so happy to be open in Centretown.We like to have fun in the kitchen. We serve small plates so you can try more than one dish. We use local ingredients wherever possible. We’re inspired by where we live, places we’ve been and things we’d like to do.

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3. Prohibition Public House

4.6

Exceptional(99)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Ottawa

Booked 15 times today

Prohibition House is a modern Canadian gastropub designed in a New York style, offering cocktails and contemporary Canadian cuisine in a space adorned with wood elements and vintage decor. Since its inception in 2016, Prohibition has become a cornerstone of the Centretown restaurant scene.

4. Ceylonta

4.7

Exceptional(19)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sri Lankan • Nepean

Ceylonta, which can be found in Ottawa, Ontario, is a restaurant that specializes in Sri Lankan and other specialty foods found in the South India region. Sri Lankan food is notable because of the way that spices are roasted before being added to the food, a process which unlocks the flavors. In addition, Ceylonta steams many of the main courses on the menu, which makes for healthier meals in general.While you're enjoying the relaxing atmosphere at Ceylonta, you can check out the wide variety on the menu. Some of the most popular choices include the sizzling platters, mutton roll, dosai, and coconut sambol.

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5. The Vanitea Room a Tea Salon and Eatery

4.4

Awesome(641)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Breakfast • Ottawa

Welcome to The Vanitea Room, Ottawa's first opulent Salon de Te & Eatery. Specializing in a bespoke and creative approach to afternoon tea and brunch while offering gluten free considerations as well vegan accommodations- inclusive for all to indulge in. Feeling like a decadent brunch fit for royalty? Come spoil yourself in our all day brunch or our ever so popular bottomless prosecco and mimosas! Available from Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm. At Vanitea, we provide a timeless tradition done beautifully.

6. JOEY Lansdowne

4.7

Exceptional(270)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • The Glebe

Booked 87 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. The darling of Ottawa’s historic Lansdowne Park has a spacious lounge and dining room, and a seasonal patio that employs exposed brick and beams for a sleek yet approachable feel.

7. Cocotte Bistro

4.3

Awesome(872)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Ottawa

Booked 60 times today

Meet Cocotte...A taste of modern authentic French cuisine Bubbles by the glass, locally sourced fresh ingredients, seasonal creations. Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a weekend brunch, treat yourself to delectable and visually stunning dishes inspired by French cuisine.

8. Cantina Gia

4.7

Exceptional(1085)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • The Glebe

Booked 40 times today

Welcome to Cantina GiaWe look forward to seeing you soon.

9. JOEY Rideau

4.5

Awesome(211)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • ByWard Market

Booked 91 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Located in Ottawa’s historic downtown, the updated turn-of-the-century design boasts a theater kitchen, chef’s table seating, sushi bar, wrap-around lounge and patio.

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10. Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.6

Exceptional(1852)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Ottawa

Booked 30 times today

The Capital's social place for for drinks, dining, and other delights. Zoe's is an aristocratic social space with a modern edge, infused with the soul of Lady Zoe Laurier, whose taste and cultivation lives on forever. Impeccable culinary delights, timeless tea service, and compelling new cocktail culture. This is a place to gather, gossip, and fall in love with the city all over again.

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Rob
Ottawa •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
All the food was amazing. Great patio for summer weather and quiet for a downtown area.
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Prohibition Public HousePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Ottawa
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4.6
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Mina
Vancouver / British Columbia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 9, 2025
Food and wine was amazing, with great service and music!
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Arlo - OttawaPrice: Very Expensive• Continental• Ottawa
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4.8
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KrisVIP
Toronto / Ontario •48 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 6, 2025
Really fantastic place - great, great food, super interesting wide array of wines, beautiful spot, and warm, knowledgeable service. The one challenge is when the dining room is full we (not hard of hearing) have a difficult time speaking and hearing each other. We would come even more often if sound absorption was strategically added. Everything else is perfect.
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FaunaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Ottawa
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4.9
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Amie
Toronto / Ontario •28 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 5, 2025
Excellent variety. Excellent crispy dosa with ginger oil instead of ghee because we were dairy-intolerant. Delicious thali and shrimp. So many flavours. And a great value.
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CeylontaPrice: Expensive• Sri Lankan• Nepean
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4.7
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mikayla
Ottawa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
The Afternoon Tea experience had lots of excellent tea selections, whether that be with or without caffeine, and even for someone who doesn’t like tea, such as myself. The savoury, sweet and scone selection was very tasty and well paired. We will absolutely be coming back as it was a great price and an overall great experience for anyone!
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The Vanitea Room a Tea Salon and EateryPrice: Expensive• Breakfast• Ottawa
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4.4

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1. Arlo - Ottawa

2. Fauna

3. Prohibition Public House

4. Ceylonta

5. The Vanitea Room a Tea Salon and Eatery

6. JOEY Lansdowne

7. Cocotte Bistro

8. Cantina Gia

9. JOEY Rideau

10. Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier

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