Riviera

Name: Riviera
Address: 62 Sparks St, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1P 5A8
Telephone: (613) 233-6262
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2167 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

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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 an 18% gratuity.

Please note, we are closed for private events on Saturday, August 27th and Sunday, September 4th.

We look forward to hosting you!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 6, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 36 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 233-6262
Website
http://dineriviera.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jordan Holley
Private party facilities
For inquiries please contact events@dineriviera.com.

Location
62 Sparks St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5A8
Neighbourhood
Ottawa
Cross Street
Spark Street bewteen Elgin and Metcalfe
Parking Details
Lot parking available at World Exchange Plaza, NAC & City Hall.
Public Transit
LRT- Parliament Station
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,167 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Great for creative cocktails
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Great for creative cocktails
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Jess
Ottawa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience5
It was a good experience. They cater to various diets, including vegan, you just have to ask, good drinks, good service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience5
Service incredible, drinks incredible, food was good but not the quality expected with the price and everything else
MC
MatthewC
Exclusive
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great location, beautiful decor. Great and friendly service. Wonderful.
SI
SebylIta
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb! The seafood chowder, the oysters and the cocktails were phenomenal - the tres leches dessert to - a great discovery in Ottawa and one you cannot miss! 💫
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Travelhobbit
Ottawa
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience4
We eat out 2-4 times a month some fine dining , some casual restaurants. We felt the atmosphere at Riviera was cozy, the waiter was excellent but the quality of the food was below expectations for the prices they charge. The dessert was ok. The wine list is extensive, lots of choices but as a sommelier i felt prices were quite high for relatively ordinary wines. Three of us had the lobster pasta which was nice but very plain, tarragon and a light sauce . Parking was difficult to find and when we called 3 times to inquire about parking no one answered. When we arrived we asked why they didn’t answer their phones & they indicated they don’t answer the phones during service hours. Perfectly understandable if the restaurant was busy but that wasn’t the case when we arrived. Our reservation was at 5:45, we called at 5:15 and on and on and they didn’t answer their phones. All in all we’ve had much better experiences in other fine dining restaurants in Ottawa.
KD
KarineD
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience1
It was over 27 degres in the restaurant, it was way too hot and uncomfortable. The noise level is too loud. I hate when I have to yell to speak while I’m sweating bullets. I couldn’t wait to leave. We will not be returning.
T
Tammy
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our Server was excellent and the staff was considerate and very thorough regarding allergy. Much appreciated. Food outstanding!
M
Mddgarde
Montreal
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Belle ambiance Assis au comptoir, très sympathique Liste de cocktails impressionante Entrée de champignons trog grosse et peu gouteuse Steak delicieux et cuisson parfaite
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Lise
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Première visite au resto et non la dernière! Meilleur tartar au boeuf que j’ai goûter.
LG
LauraG
Ottawa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, drinks, service and ambience. Appreciate the free coat check with bulky winter coats!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
A wonderful evening at Riviera all around
s
steph
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent! Well worth the cost! Had a wonderful time.
F
Franny
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
First time going to riviera and it did not disappoint. We celebrated our 5 year anniversary and shared the half seafood tower and the beef tartar. Everything was excellent and service was good. We will definitely be back again.
DT
DeborahT
Montreal
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience2
Food was OK. Bill for two of us was ~400 All bottles of wine are $75 or above. Which I don’t like, there are great wines at reasonable prices - we purchased a $85 bottle and it was average. Overall takeaway- overpriced, place to take pictures and show off. Food is better at mid-range restaurants. Will not return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, unforgettable!!
C
Chris
Toronto
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
The seafood chowder was delicious however, unfortunately, the steak dinner was too chewy and not tender. The music was also very loud and made conversation at a table for 4 very difficult.
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Honey
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience1
We were patrons of the first seating on a Friday evening & seated at the worst place in the restaurant!!! The servers satiation is too close to the end of the bar!! They brushed by our seats the entire dinner!!!
AA
AzizaA
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience, finally I found a place with a great selection of alcohol. Steven was incredible recommended food and drinks! I was alone for a day trip in ottawa and this place made my night fantastic
SK
SarahK
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top notch, as always. Incredible food and cocktails, superb service, and beautiful space.
AP
AlexP
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ah, the list of Negronis...OMG. Kudos to Stephen Flood: https://apt613.ca/stephen-flood-rivieras-master-bartender/
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Dust
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food. Excellent service. Great atmosphere too.
CP
ChantalP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing time! The noise level is certainly louder than some other restaurants but the overall experience outweighed that by a mile! The service was excellent and the food and cocktails were divine! Would go back in a heartbeat.
H
Harry
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, wonderful and attentive service. A thoroughly enjoyable dining experience.
TS
ThierryS
Montreal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Le lieu est très sympathique. La cuisine est bonne mais surfaite. Très cher et un peu trop bruyant.
MH
MHow
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Luxurious atmosphere, impeccable service, fantastic food. Worth every penny.
H
Heather
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for my mother’s birthday and it was an amazing experience! Service was really kind and knowledgeable. We will definitely be looking forward to coming back!
j
jojo24
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service. I would return without a doubt.
JE
JamesE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Menu refreshed since our last visit with some delicious new additions. Excellent service and relaxed environment. Special thanks to Mr Flood for cocktail pairing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my wife to Riviera for her birthday, She loved it. Food was wonderful the drinks were spectacular. This is a definite return for another occasion.
B
Blue
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The place, the food, the staff were perfect. We will be back, many times. I recommend sitting at the counter at messt once! Watching the chefs prep the food is a show.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
NYE dinner with my wife.
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Francky
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great choice of music, but a bit too loud. Thanks for agreay New Year’s eve.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic service, food was great. Always consistent!
NA
NatAndJohn
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was amazing! The drinks, the food the atmosphere, the staff and the music was perfect! It's expensive but so worth the experience. We can't wait to go back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, knowledgeable servers, lovely ambience. One of the best restaurants in the nation’s capital!!
CP
CarolP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat at the bar and were able to experience the best bar keep ever and watch as the chef’s got the appetizers plated - great food, ambiance and service would go any time and would highly recommend it
F
Francis
Ottawa
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Service was outstanding. Cocktails were not as good as I expected, especially after having read all those positive reviews. However, they have an awesome alcohol selection, so I’m sure anyone can find something that will meet their expectations. Spaghetti lobster was very tasty, but the serving could have been more generous (very little pasta, and not much lobster either.. why not include the claws?). For $50, one could expect a bigger serving. I’d have willingly paid $60 for 30-40% more. All in all, I’m happy I’ve tried it, but not sure I would go again :-/
RW
RodneyW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top shelf food and service. This place never disappoints! Unique drinks and delicious food!
SV
SoniaV
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! Food was amazingly good! The servers were amazing! Loved the ambience!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hertfordshire
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
The chowder was fabulous!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Riviera is rated 4.7 stars by 2167 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 6, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 36 times today

62 Sparks St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5A8

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Spark Street bewteen Elgin and Metcalfe
Neighbourhood
Ottawa
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Lot parking available at World Exchange Plaza, NAC & City Hall.
Public Transit
LRT- Parliament Station
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jordan Holley
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://dineriviera.com/
Phone number
(613) 233-6262
Private party facilities
For inquiries please contact events@dineriviera.com.

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