How is La Terrasse restaurant rated?

Name: La Terrasse
Address: 1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1N 8S7
Telephone: (613) 241-1414
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.1

La Terrasse

4.1

841 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

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La Terrasse is closed for the winter season. We look forward to welcoming you back in the spring!

Ottawa’s hidden gem offers scenic views coupled with patio favourites, cocktails, sangrias, chilled wines and local beers. For outdoor lovers and patio goers, there's no better way to spend a summer's afternoon. Ottawa's best patio boasts incredible views of the Parliament Buildings, the rolling Gatineau Hills and the Ottawa River.

Please note:
• In the event of inclement weather, your reservation is subject to cancellation or waitlist
• Reservations will be held for 15 min past your reserved time; please call the hotel to make us aware of any delay of arrival
• Reservations of 8 people or more require a credit card to guarantee your table

Not bookable

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Canadian
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 241-1414
Website
https://www.fairmont.com/laurier-ottawa/dining/la-terrasse/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
David De Bernardi

Location
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON K1N 8S7
Neighbourhood
ByWard Market
Cross Street
Rideau St and Mackenzie Ave
Parking Details
Restaurant parking is not available. Self-parking is available within a short distance from the hotel.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Caesar Salad$24.00
bacon, croutons, parmesan cheese, baby kale, Caesar dressing
Green Salad$22.00
mixed greens, carrot, cucumber, tomato, house dressing
Vermicelli Noodle Salad$32.00
shrimp, carrots, cucumber, radish, mint, basil, peanuts, dragon oil
Burrata$32.00
heirloom tomatoes, basil pistou, smoked almonds, charcoal salt, arbequina olive oil

Mains

Truffled Pork Sausage$38.00
pickled onion, smoked black garlic mayo, foie torchon, crispy onions, fries
Lobster Roll$42.00
chives, citrus mayo, buttered bun, garden salad
Steak and Frites$48.00
8oz, seared flat iron, crispy fries, demi glace
Wilfrid's Burger$36.00
tomato, pickles, shredded lettuce, bacon, cheese, Chateau aioli, fries
Poutine$26.00
12 hour smoked brisket, gravy, cheese curds
Mac & Cheese$32.00
bechamel, parm, smoked cheddar, parsley, pangrattato

Pizzas

Pizza

Margherita$26.00
fior di latte, marinara, basil, olive oil
House Bresaola$32.00
white pizza, smoked cheddar sauce, grilled fennel, arugula
Pancetta$30.00
oyster mushroom, tomato sauce, green olives, chili flakes
Vegetable$28.00
artichoke, red onion, spinach, clack olives, feta, roasted garlic
Smoked Salmon$29.00
caramelized onions, crispy capers, lemon dill crema
Chef's Pizza$28.00
rotating weekly special

Seafood Platter

Seafood Platter*$185.00
steamed snow crab, salmon candy, clams, mussels, crawfish, scallop ceviche, tuna tartar, wild shrimp, hot sauce, brandy sauce, spicy mayo and cocktail sauce
- With Lobster*$260.00
- With Caviar*$450.00
- With Caviar and Lobster*$500.00
- with Caviar, Lobster and Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne, France*$600.00

Sweets

Tres Leches$16.00
dulce de leche, lime, cinnamon stick chantilly
Lemon Japanese Cheesecake$16.00
roasted strawberry mousse, strawberry jus
Mighty Vegan Brownie$16.00
dark chocolate cream, caramel

Signature Mocktails

Greenskeeper$18.00
Seedlip Garden, market fresh tea, lime juice, honey syrup, Fee Brothers celery bitters
Lucid & Lush$16.00
Cold Jasmine Tea, Elderflower Syrup, Pineapple, White Cranberry Juice, Lemon Juice, Peach Puree, Soda Water

Showstoppers Cocktails

serves 4 to 5 guests

What-a-Melon Sangria
Served in a Watermelon. Rosé Wine, Soho Lychee Liquor, Peach Schnapps, Watermelon juice; non-alcoholic version available with Silver Swallow Kombucha
- Serves 4 to 5 Guests$95.00
Surf & Turf Caesar
Served with his famous Beef Sliders and Shrimps. Wheatley Vodka, Walters Caesar Mix, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco
- Serves 4 to 5 Guests$120.00
Island Oasis$18.00
Mount Gay Rum, Crème de Banane, Crème de Cacao White, Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice
Hazy Day Dream$17.00
Finlandia Vodka, Aperol, Galliano, Orange Juice
Alizé Smoke Show$20.00
1800 Tequila, Casamigos Mezcal, Alize Gold, Pineapple Juice, Lemon Juice, Ginger Syrup, Orange Bitters
Blushing Lady$18.00
Beefeater Gin, Lillet Blanc, Dry Vermouth, Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit Bitters, Milk washed
Grapefruit Heatwave$20.00
1800 Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Lime Juice, Jalapeños, Soda Water
Berry Bourbon Smash$20.00
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Raspberries, Mint
Sparkling Strawberry Sipper$21.00
Finlandia Vodka, Strawberry Syrup, Cucumber Syrup, Lime Juice, Val d'Oca Prosecco

Beers

Sampling of Ottawa's Breweries

all $11

Blueberry Blonde, Blonde Ale – Broadhead (5.0%)
Clean Cut, German Inspired Kolsch – Beyond the Pale (5.0%)
Yummy, North East Pale Ale – Beyond the Pale (5.4%)
Pink Fuzz, Grapefruit American Wheat – Beyond the Pale (6.0%)
Sunsplit IPA Hazy IPA – Dominion City (6.5%)
Civic, Pilsner – Dominion City (4.5%)

Bottled Beers and Ciders

Leffe Blonde$9.00
Hoegaarden$9.00
Budweiser$9.00
Corona$9.00
Non-Alcoholic Budweiser Prohibition$9.00
No Boats on Sunday Peach Cider$12.00
Batch 1904 Cider$12.00

Wines by the Glass

White

Chablis Daniel Dampt, Chardonnay, Burgundy, France
- 5oz$23.00
- Bottle$100.00
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
- 5oz$14.00
- Bottle$60.00
Sand Point Chardonnay California, USA
- 5oz$16.00
- Bottle$64.00
Chapoutier Belleruche Côtes du Rhône, France
- 5oz$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
Ronco del Golso Vin di Vore Pinot Grigio, Italy
- 5oz$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
13 Kings Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Niagara, Canada
- 5oz$14.00
- Bottle$60.00
Principessa Gavia, Cortese, Piemonte, Gavi
- 5oz$18.00
- Bottle$70.00

Red

Andeluna Cellars - 1300 Malbec, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina
- 5oz$16.00
- Bottle$64.00
Château Les 5 Clés, Bordeaux, France
- 5oz$18.00
- Bottle$70.00
Delibori - Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy
- 5oz$18.00
- Bottle$70.00
Caposaldo Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
- 5oz$15.00
- Bottle$61.00
Joliesse Cabernet Sauvignon, California, USA
- 5oz$16.00
- Bottle$64.00

Rose and Sparkling

Rose Gérard Bertrand Gris Blanc Rosé, Languedoc, France
- 5oz$16.00
- Bottle$64.00
Val d'Oca Prosecco DOCG, Veneto, Italy
- 5oz$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
Belstar Cuvee Rose, Veneto, Italy
- 5oz$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne, France
- 5oz$45.00
- Bottle$220.00
Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial, Champagne, France
- Bottle$185.00
Dom Pérignon, Champagne, France
- Bottle$475.00
Non-Alcoholic, Silver Swallow Kombucha
- 5oz$14.00
- Bottle (750ml)$60.00

What 841 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
4.2Service
4.6Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Great for outdoor dining
Ottawa
Great for scenic views
Ottawa
Great for outdoor dining

841 Reviews

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MarkT
Ottawa
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Order the seafood platter and enjoy the view on the terrace. One of the better things in life.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful Fall evening to celebrate our anniversary! Remi made great suggestions and was very attentive (even though the place was hopping)! Best Gooden secret in Ottawa for a view of the locks, river and Parliament.
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TCha
Toronto
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We were very disappointed with our food quality. This is the 3rd time we been to the restaurant and in our last experience the food was spectacular. This time, we had a table of 8, all our smoke meat poutines were soggy, the meat was favorless and fatty. Our salad was bland and oily. The chicken in our chicken Caecar salad was dry and tough. Tuna Tatar was favorless as well. Staff were too busy. We waited over an hour to get our food.
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LaisM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A must go to a great sunset in Ottawa. Staff super friendly, simple food made with really good ingredients! Don't be intimidated by Chateau Laurier, this is a laid back patio, with a intimate atmosphere, perfect to end a summer Sunday.
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RobertC
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and view. Food is priced properly considering both and was fresh.
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DanP
Ottawa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Delicious food. Limited menu. Nice servers. Beautiful view.
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SarahM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
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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AbsintheThinker
Ottawa
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The venue/view is well worth the price. The service and fare are acceptable.
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GrahamW
Orlando
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was excellent, food was fine, have had better pizzas elsewhere in Ottawa
La TerrasseResponded on September 26, 2023
Dear Graham, Thank you for sharing your compliments with us. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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1018welovefood
Philadelphia
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was good. The server was very slow. Had to look for her to get our check. It was a beautiful view.
La TerrasseResponded on September 21, 2023
Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback with us. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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NinuK
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely a must go to place, really amazing staff and service!
La TerrasseResponded on September 21, 2023
We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to the best patio in Ottawa! We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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ANNAM
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
We waited more 40 minutes for our server to approach us no was tending to us. Furthermore, it took 45 minutes to get two drinks served; a very simple order and then to receive our food it was another hour. A simple pizza order. It's just pizza not a big endeavour. La Terasse was half full, therefore there is no excuse and there shouldn't be any excuse for such slow disrespectful service. In fact there should be service even if it is full capacity. High prices one would expect the service to go along with your descriptions on the website. What a incredulous disappointment. A further annoyance upon me entering my electronic payment, the waiter rudely and impolitely hovered so closely over my shoulder. What was that about? I looked at him to indicate that I was annoyed. He was invading my personal space so much that, I clearly had to tell him, '...to please may you allow me some distance. I had to repeat myself thinking he may understand in layman's terms, 'Thank you, I got this, I need a little space.' I must relay that I am regretful that I had given him a tip. I would have like to have my family come to this lovely location for a lovely sunset dinner, sadly La Terasse's service has disappointed immensely.
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Anon79821
Chicago
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overpriced for god that wasn’t spectacular. Wouldn’t recommend on that basis, but fine for drinks, views, and service.
La TerrasseResponded on September 21, 2023
Thank you for sharing your comments with us. Rest assured that we take your feedback to heart! We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Isabelle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Déçu par le choix de nourriture et la qualité. Je m'attendais à mieux de la part de fairmont. Service bien mais sans plus.
La TerrasseResponded on September 21, 2023
Chère Isabelle, Nous regrettons votre visite décevante. Soyez assuré que votre expérience n’est certainement pas typique du haut niveau de service habituel que nous fournissons chaque jour. Nous espérons que vous reviendrez un jour, ce qui nous laissera l’occasion de regagner votre confiance et votre loyauté. Cordialement, Arthur Thouvenel Gerante
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ChloeM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came to La Terrasse to celebrate my boyfriend and I’s anniversary & it was perfect. We had the best view of the canal during the sunset, our waitress was super helpful and nice, the food was amazing & the ambience was the best.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Dear Chloe, It is always a pleasure to receive compliments from our guests. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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JFsLHBL
Toronto
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simple and delicious menu. Great location. Well worth the trip. We had a lovely evening, great service as you come to expect from Fairmont.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
We are delighted that your visit was an enjoyable one and hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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AnnaA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful relaxing experience at La Terrace. Was there for my mothers birthday and she could have spent the whole day there.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Dear Anna, It is always a pleasure to receive compliments from our guests and we are delighted that your mother enjoyed her birthday celebration with us! We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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RichardD
Ottawa
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome. Thanks................................................!
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AlexM
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The food was very disappointing for the price we paid. As well as the cocktails we both got. Service was extremely slow. The ambience and vibe was top notch though
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
We regret your disappointing experience and hope that we do have the opportunity to welcome you back one day. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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JenniferA
Ottawa
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the second time I’ve eaten here once last year and now again with my sister visiting Ottawa for the first time.The food once again was a major let down ! The lobster roll was the absolute worst tasting “lobster” I’ve ever eaten.Firsty it was not lobster it tasted , looked and smelled like imitation crab meat , I love lobster and have eaten it all I’ve the world , in restaurants and fresh from the Atlantic same day cooked at home.To charge a customer 42 dollars for a stale half bun with imitation crab meat considering the location of the resturant and the beautiful view it’s too bad the food can’t be better
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Dear Jennifer, Thank you for sharing your feedback. Rest assured that we do take your comments to heart! We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Sarah
Ottawa
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good, as was the service (David). My issue was that upon arrival I was seated at a table in the interior while I had specified high top in my reservation. When I mentioned this to the hostess she said that I had not, and that she checked the reservation. After ordering drinks, I checked my email confirmation and sure enough, I had reserved a high top. We were moved to a high top table, and had impeccable service from David who even found us blankets to keep us warm on a very windy night! A little more attention on behalf of the hostess would have made for a perfect evening.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Dear Sarah, Thank you for sharing your feedback. Rest assured that we do take your comments to heart! We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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JoanneS
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Would love to see Buddha bowls back on the menu Beautiful location- one of our favorites Nice way to cap off the summer long weekend!
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Dear Joanne, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We love suggestions from our valued customers. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Brahym
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful views and location! Was a bit windy that day but the staff managed well!
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your compliments with us. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Gianmarco
Ottawa
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful view at sunset and great and friendly service by Katie who also comped wine for the lengthy wait for food. Unfortunately food took almost 2 hours to come out and steak was cold by the time it came out.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
We agree that we have the best colleagues in the business. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Beema
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Meghan was fantastic! Loved the overall ambience of the restaurant
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Speedy
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We made a reservation for our wedding anniversary, and were looking forward to a nice dinner on the beautiful patio. Unfortunately, the menu didn't have too many interesting choices, and seemed overpriced for what they offered. Our server was good, but the food seemed mediocre at best. They were nice enough to wish us a happy anniversary and provide a dessert. If we go back, it would be to have something simple like a pizza and a drink, but mainly to enjoy the atmosphere and the view.
La TerrasseResponded on September 15, 2023
Dear guest, Thank you for joining us on La Terrasse and providing us with great feedback. Please know, we take all feedback to heart so we can continue improving our product/service to please future guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Sincerely, Philippe des Rivieres Assistant Outlets Manager
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Jesus
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience. This place is the best for celebrations or family events.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Thank you for sharing your compliments with us. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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MonelleV
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice and so charming Thank you for all
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Thank you for sharing your compliments with us. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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TandiA
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
C’est un peu chère par rapport à la bouffe par contre l’ambiance et le serveur sont bien
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DavidC
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Disappointing start as the first server had an attitude problem, but we changed server who was far nicer. The review gives an overall rating and would be far better if just rating the second server. However, the food rating is potentially unrepresentative as we left after drinks due to the disappointment over the experience.
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Nev74
Ottawa
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
I wouldn’t come here again. The view was amazing. The food, although there wasn’t too many options, it was good. However, we asked for ketchup for our fries. By the time we received the condiments, our meals were cold. We saw our server 3 times. We had one beer each and a burger with fries. It shouldn’t have taken as long as it did. The sunset was nice, however, the patio became very dark and they were unable to turn on the outdoor lanterns. There was a table abroad from us where the hostess took them to the table but the guests cleaned it from the previous people. AND when they got their food, one of the guests had to use her phone for them to be able to see their food. For spending $150 for 2 people, this experience was very not worth it.
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yoyo
Ottawa
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a wonderful experience at dinner last night. Our waiter Martin was absolutely outstanding. Good food and beautiful surroundings.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
We are delighted that your visit was an enjoyable one. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Marie
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Les prix sont élevés mais on vient ici pour l atmosphère ( service du plus prestigieux hôtel d Ottawa ) et la vue superbe sur le Parlement et Gatineau .La bouffe est bonne aussi , je recommande la pizza au saumon fumé
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Merci d’avoir pris le temps de nous faire part de vos commentaires. Soyez assurés que nous prenons vos commentaires à cœur. Nous espérons vous accueillir à nouveau un jour bientôt. Cordialement, Arthur Thouvenel Gerante de la restauration
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Foodie
Ottawa
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Make sure you have lots of loonies in your wallet for lunch or dinner. I appreciate that restaurants have had a tough time post Pandemic but a hamburger for $36.00 feels excessive. I will say that the burrata salad was delicious...it did not come with foccacia. Our server offered it saying that the salad doesn't come with it. We did...it was $16.00 for four or five pieces. While I love the Chateau properties but I think in future I'll give this a miss.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Thank you for sharing your feedback. Rest assured that we do take your comments to heart! We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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ChrisP
Houston
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Great location outside the château for viewing the locks and the parliament buildings. The food was decent. If you were looking for an outdoor pizza, nothing spectacular. The service seems slow possibly they were shortstaffed. Would go back again.
La TerrasseResponded on September 8, 2023
Dear Chris, Thank you for sharing your feedback. Rest assured that we do take your comments to heart! We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Annievee
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely stunning views, great staff, amazing food, spectacular cocktails. A must for anyone wanting to celebrate, have a business meeting, date or just want to treat themselves during the warmer months.
La TerrasseResponded on August 24, 2023
It is always a pleasure to receive compliments from our guests. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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stephenm
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very limited menu, food was cold and fries were over cooked and felt like frozen fries you by at the grocery store. Very over priced for the decor and food.
La TerrasseResponded on August 24, 2023
Dear Stephen, Thank you for taking the time to share your rating with us! We regret your disappointing experience but do hope to welcome you again soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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OctavioP
Las Vegas
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Muy bonito el lugar y la vista . La relación calidad / precio no muy seguro .
La TerrasseResponded on August 24, 2023
Muchas gracias por sus comentarios. Arthur Thouvenel Gerente
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AngeleL
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The location is perfect, with a great view of the parliament and the water. The patio is well decorated, very elegant. They have heaters for night time. The staff is excellent, very professional, kind and they go above and beyond to provide an incredible experience. The food is great, I had a steak which was perfect and my husband had a burger, which he said was ok for the price. Overall we would go again and Recommend this to anyone.
La TerrasseResponded on August 24, 2023
Thank you for your kind words. We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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AmberB
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the perfect place for watching fireworks over the river. A nice bottle of wine, tuna tartare and a pizza, that could have had more cheese and less sauce, made for a nice outdoor night.
La TerrasseResponded on August 24, 2023
Dear Amber, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback with us! We hope to welcome you again one day soon. Sincerely, Arthur Thouvenel Venues Manager
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Contactless payment available

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

La Terrasse is rated 4.1 stars by 841 OpenTable diners.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON K1N 8S7

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Rideau St and Mackenzie Ave
Neighbourhood
ByWard Market
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Canadian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Restaurant parking is not available. Self-parking is available within a short distance from the hotel.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
David De Bernardi
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.fairmont.com/laurier-ottawa/dining/la-terrasse/
Phone number
(613) 241-1414

La Terrasse

Not bookable

Dining areas

Additional information

Seafood Platter

Wilfrid's Burger

Burrata

Appetizers

Tuna Tartare*$24.00

Roasted Eggplant Dip$22.00

Fries$14.00

Nat's Focaccia Bread$16.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$24.00

Green Salad$22.00

Vermicelli Noodle Salad$32.00

Burrata$32.00

Mains

Truffled Pork Sausage$38.00

Lobster Roll$42.00

Steak and Frites$48.00

Wilfrid's Burger$36.00

Poutine$26.00

Mac & Cheese$32.00

Pizzas

Margherita$26.00

House Bresaola$32.00

Pancetta$30.00

Vegetable$28.00

Smoked Salmon$29.00

Chef's Pizza$28.00

Seafood Platter

Seafood Platter*$185.00

Sweets

Tres Leches$16.00

Lemon Japanese Cheesecake$16.00

Mighty Vegan Brownie$16.00

Signature Mocktails

Greenskeeper$18.00

Lucid & Lush$16.00

Showstoppers Cocktails

What-a-Melon Sangria

Surf & Turf Caesar

Island Oasis$18.00

Hazy Day Dream$17.00

Alizé Smoke Show$20.00

Blushing Lady$18.00

Grapefruit Heatwave$20.00

Berry Bourbon Smash$20.00

Sparkling Strawberry Sipper$21.00

Beers

Sampling of Ottawa's Breweries

Blueberry Blonde, Blonde Ale – Broadhead (5.0%)

Clean Cut, German Inspired Kolsch – Beyond the Pale (5.0%)

Yummy, North East Pale Ale – Beyond the Pale (5.4%)

Pink Fuzz, Grapefruit American Wheat – Beyond the Pale (6.0%)

Sunsplit IPA Hazy IPA – Dominion City (6.5%)

Civic, Pilsner – Dominion City (4.5%)

Bottled Beers and Ciders

Leffe Blonde$9.00

Hoegaarden$9.00

Budweiser$9.00

Corona$9.00

Non-Alcoholic Budweiser Prohibition$9.00

No Boats on Sunday Peach Cider$12.00

Batch 1904 Cider$12.00

Wines by the Glass

White

Chablis Daniel Dampt, Chardonnay, Burgundy, France

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand

Sand Point Chardonnay California, USA

Chapoutier Belleruche Côtes du Rhône, France

Ronco del Golso Vin di Vore Pinot Grigio, Italy

13 Kings Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Niagara, Canada

Principessa Gavia, Cortese, Piemonte, Gavi

Red

Andeluna Cellars - 1300 Malbec, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina

Château Les 5 Clés, Bordeaux, France

Delibori - Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Caposaldo Chianti, Tuscany, Italy