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Riviera, Ottawa, ON

Riviera

4.8
4.8
3163 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian
62 Sparks St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5A8

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Fancy
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!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jordan Holley
  • Private party facilities
    For inquiries please contact events@dineriviera.com.
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,163 people are saying

Riviera reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Ottawa

    Best Ambience

  • Ottawa

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Ottawa

    Hot spot

  • Ottawa

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Ottawa

    Most Booked

  • Ottawa

    Best Service

  • Ottawa

    Best Ambience

  • Ottawa

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Ottawa

    Hot spot

  • Ottawa

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Ottawa

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Riviera offers an "exquisite dining experience" in Ottawa, with "flawless service" and "beautifully presented" dishes. Patrons rave about its "elegant ambiance" and "phenomenal cocktails." While some find the music loud, the atmosphere is described as "luxurious and inviting." A perfect spot for special occasions, it consistently delivers "amazing food and service."

3,163 Reviews
  1. Scott

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing . We had counter service so the experience of watching the chefs cook and plate was fantastic.

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  2. Andrea

    Atlantic Canada11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything was plated beautifully, but everything was very bland.

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  3. Eric

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and impeccable service! Our new favourite spot in Ottawa!

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  4. Oluwaseyi

    Ottawa4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time at Riviera because we had such a great experience the first time. The service was excellent as always, and the food and drinks were outstanding. The customer service was top-notch as well. I’ve decided that this is my favorite restaurant in Ottawa—they consistently deliver every time.

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  5. ROdney

    Ottawa3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall, it was a good experience, but the music was very loud, which made it difficult to have a conversation with the other party. Perhaps this was unavoidable, given the high ceiling and hence echoes. My comparison is Montreal, and so I found the food okay but not outstanding. The service was excellent--these guys have hired the right servers as the gentleman who served us was VERY efficient and did a great job. This was reflected in his tip. The restaurant seems caught between a nightclub and a restaurant as it is not a quiet venue to have a meal with a significant other unless you are shouting. I enjoy Bob Seager as well as other boomers but music could have a bit more varied.

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  6. sarah

    Montreal6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can never say enough good things about this place—it’s hands down my favourite in all of Ottawa. The moment you step inside, you're transported somewhere else entirely. With its dramatic high ceilings, elegant lighting, and effortlessly polished ambiance, it feels like the Riviera dropped into the heart of the city. The food is always exquisite, the cocktails are crafted with care, and the service is flawless every single time. Whether you're here for a special evening or simply treating yourself, it somehow manages to feel both luxurious and inviting. A true gem.

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  7. Chris VIP

    Toronto14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Riv is just the best. From how they greet you to the level of service, it always makes you feel welcome. Cocktails are always 10/10.

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  8. Hasti

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff were super nice and the food specially the stake was amazing.

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  9. Chris

    Ottawa3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and excellent service…. Value based on this was marginal.

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  10. Steve VIP

    Seattle14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful evening, both entertaining and delicious. Eating at the counter watch food being prepared was a great treat. The service wright from the door to the table was awesome. I always love this restaurant. Will always come back.

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FAQs

Riviera is rated 4.8 stars by 3163 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Riviera

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, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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