Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa

Name: Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa
Address: 144 O'Connor Street, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K2P 2G7
Telephone: (613) 565-3933
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

830 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Italian

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**Per Covid Mandate Please call us here for any reservations after 8pm**

Ottawa's upscale Italian restaurant in the heart of Ottawa's downtown core.Tosca Ristorante offers a magnificent blend of traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine in surroundings nothing short of sheer elegance.

As soon as you walk in you will be greeted with a combination of traditional Italian color ways of patina, stone, and rich wood. This essence has been incorporated in every detail of this charming and sophisticated restaurant and bar; from Tosca's creative Italian menu and selected wine list, to the inviting interiors providing for a comfortable, intimate and memorable experience.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(613) 565-3933

Other options

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Thu, Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 565-3933
Website
http://www.tosca-ristorante.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
Please call (613) 565-3933 for catering details.

Location
144 O'Connor Street, Ottawa, ON K2P 2G7
Neighbourhood
Ottawa
Cross Street
Gloucester
Parking Details
and parking lot as well
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Mussels Alla Marinara$13.00
White wine, onions, tomatoes, garlic in a tomato sauce
Zucchini Fritti$12.00
Breaded and fried zucchini with our homemade garlic dipping sauce
Grilled Shrimps$16.00
White wine butter and garlic
Traditional Bruschetta$7.50
Warmed pesto toasted bread piled with tomatoes, fresh basil, olives with garlic and olive oil
Grilled Calamari Diavolo$15.00
Glazed with aged balsamic vinegar with hot peppers
Calamari Fritti$15.00
Lightly fried calamari served with our house cocktail dip
Snails Della Casa$13.00
With garlic, mushrooms, cheese and tomato sauce
House Antipasto Platter$16.00
A selection of marinated vegetables, mixed olives, artichoke hearts, roasted peppers and mixed sliced meats and cheese
Eperlani Fritti (Smelts)$13.00
Lightly fried smelts sauteed in hot pepper and olives
Smoked Salmon$15.00
Capers, red onions with olive oil
Tosca Sausage$13.00
Italian sausage with roasted peppers, onions, olives in a spicy tomato sauce
Prosciutto And Pears Or Figs (when In Season)$13.00
Pear or fig wedges with shreds of parmigiano wrapped in thin slices of prosciutto

Zuppe

Stracciatella Soup$7.00
Egg chicken broth and parmesan cheese
Minestrone$7.00
Freshly mixed vegetables in a tomato broth
Soup Of The Day$7.00

Insalate

Add grilled chicken to any salad $7

Caesar Salad$10.00
Romaine lettuce with our superb caesar dressing, bacon, croutons and parmesan cheese
Insalata Mista$7.00
Mixed salad with a herb vinaigrette dressing
Caprese$15.00
Tomato, fresh Buffalo mozzarella cheese with a balsamic glaze and olive oil
Tosca$10.00
Tomato, cucumber, black olives, red onions and roasted pepper with a herb vinaigrette dressing
Insalata Di Mare$16.00
Shrimp, calamari, mussels, scallops with an oil and vinaigrette dressing

Pasta

Spaghetti Bolognese$17.00
Spaghetti with a meat sauce
Spaghetti Carbonara$19.00
Bacon, egg yolk, cream sauce and parmigiano cheese
Spaghetti Amatriciana$19.00
Bacon, onions with a roma tomato sauce
Fettuccine Tosca$20.00
Baby shrimp or chicken in a tomato, garlic and basil, or a cream sauce
Fettuccine Domenico$19.00
Mushrooms, peas, Capicola, garlic, basil in a cream sauce
Linguine Al Pescatore$24.00
Mussels, clams shrimp and scallops in a roma tomato sauce or cream sauce or olive oil add scampi $10
Linguine Al Tonno$20.00
Tuna fish in a roma tomato or cream sauce
Penne Al Salmone$20.00
Smoked salmon with mushrooms and garlic in a cream sauce
Penne Fortunato$20.00
Italian sausage tomatoes, onions garlic, hot peppers in a tomato basil sauce
Manicotti$19.00
Stuffed with ricotta cheese and spinach baked with mozzarella cheese and covered in a tomato and cream sauce
Cannelloni$19.00
Stuffed with beef, baked with mozzarella cheese and covered in a bescamela and meat sauce
Lasagna$19.00
Our delicious lasagna baked with mozzarella and covered with meat sauce
Tortellini Gorgonzola$20.00
Gorgonzola cheese with parmesan and cream sauce with spinach and prosciutto
Gnocchi Calabrese$20.00
Onions, tomato, garlic, hot pepper in a tomato and basil sauce
Gnocchi Gorgonzola$20.00
with gorgonzola sauce
Angel Hair Aglio E Olio$20.00
Chicken, sun dried tomatoes with olive oil and garlic

Mains

Pollo/Chicken

Chicken Parmagiana$23.00
breaded chicken cutlet topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese served with spaghetti bolognese
Chicken Noci$24.00
chicken breast stuffed with walnuts and mozzarella cheese in a mushroom butter and lemon sauce, served with vegetables
Chicken Calabrese$23.00
hot peppers, black olives, tomato basil sauce served with vegetables

Carne

Veal Parmagiana$23.00
breaded veal cutlet topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese served with spaghetti bolognese
Veal Marsala$24.00
scallopini with marsala wine and mushroom, served with vegetables and potatoes
Veal Ai Ferri$22.00
grilled veal served with vegetables or vinaigrette salad
Veal Gamberetti$26.00
baby shrimp, cognac in a peppercorn sauce served with fettuccini alfredo
Veal Chop Alla Griglia$39.00
12 oz. grilled milk fed veal chop served with vegetables or vinaigrette salad
Fillet Mignon$37.00
grilled 8 oz. beef tenderloin with mushroom caps served with vegetables or vinaigrette salad
Sirloin Steak$35.00
grilled 12 oz. sirloin ser ved with vegetables or vinaigrette salad
Rack of Lamb Andrea$39.00
baked rack of lamb served with penne pomodoro

Pesce/Seafood

Atlantic Salmon$25.00
grilled salmon dressed with capers, olive oil, basil, garlic, served with vegetables
Filet Sole Tosca$23.00
baked, capers, tomato sauce, garlic, basil, served with vegetables
Risotto Pescatore$27.00
jumbo shrimp, clams, scallops, mussels, onions, tomatoes, garlic, basil in a roma tomato sauce
Zuppe Di Pesce$29.00
seafood soup in a fish stock with scallops, mussels, shrimp and halibut

Pizze

Margherita$17.00
roma tomato with mozzarella cheese and basil
Calabrese$18.00
italian sausage roasted pepper mozzarella cheese with a roma tomato sauce
Tosca$19.00
grilled chicken, bocconcini, tomatoes, black olives in a roma tomato sauce
Nonna Attina$19.00
artichoke, sundried tomato, hot calabrese peppers, onions, tomatoes mozzarella in a roma tomato sauce
Quattro Formaggio$19.00
mozzarella, bocconcini, asagio, parmesan, all in a tomato sauce base with fresh basil
Flavia$19.00
prosciutto, salami, artichoke, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese with a roma tomato sauce
Fortunato Favourite$19.00
soppressata, spicy peppers mozzarella cheese with a roma tomato sauce

Weekly Lunch Specials

Add a Chef Salad $5; All specials served with the soup of the day

Zio Joe's Salad$15.00
baby spinach, red onions, walnuts,feta cheese, pear julienne with vinegrette dressing
Stuffed Gnocchi$18.00
stuffed gnocchi with porcini mushrooms in a tomato and cream sauce
Orecchiette Francesco$18.00
chikpeas, spinach, cherry tomatoes diced pancetta in a olive oil and basil sauce
Veal Saltinboca Romana$19.00
veal with prosciutto in a white wine lemon sauce served with vegetables and potatoes
Chicken Gamberetti$20.00
chicken breast with baby shrimp in a pepper corn sauce served with potatoes and vegetables
Artic Char$20.00

What 830 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

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BrettB
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful atmosphere, excellent service, food was great and cost reasonable. Lots of choices on the menu. Really good lasagna
P
Peter
Vancouver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
First visit but not our last. Outstanding food and excellent service. Casual and friendly atmosphere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
It was amazing! I love this place so much. Their oysters are a must have and I love their pasta dishes. One thing I will say is that I had their Chicken Nocci and it was a little dry and tough. Other than that I give them a 5 star for everything! Definitely a must try place, I will 100% be back soon for more.
JL
JohnL
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience for our first visit to Tosca. Food was outstanding, service was top notch and atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing. Already looking at reservations for another visit at end of the month.
BM
BrendaM
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first time at Tosca and the food was delicious. My salmon was cooked to what I asked. We will definite return.
TP
TimP
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food. Generous portions.
KK
KennethK
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent food, well prepared, flavourful and in the right amount. Service was quick, professional and friendly. Ambience was good - nice lighting although tables were a little closer than I would prefer. Music was a bit loud at first but liked the quieter selections that came on later.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great and friendly staff. My kids enjoyed the mussels and the pizza . Will definitely go back
m
moonielee
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience5
The ambiance and lighting, decor and set up were nice. Our table for 10 was set up prior to our arrival. We arrived 18 minutes late due to weather and parking. We were told we must complete meal within 100 minutes (given our late arrival). The table was only available till a certain hour. We agreed - stating it all depended on the speeediness of their kitchen as well. Since we arrived a bit earlier than the usual dinner hour, perhaps they were not staffed up sufficiently. Here are some comments of our group of 10: - insufficient attention given to our table, even though we were one of only few in the restaurant. No checks on water levels, long wait for bread, - most felt the food was ‘okay’ not great (pasta dishes, pizza, salmon dishes). Also the quantity was insufficient and unsatisfactory. - The fish soup, however, was plentiful and delicious. Though it would have been nice to have bread to go with it. - No dessert menu was offered. Though we still had 20 minutes available before our time ran out. We asked, some were rattled off, we selected a couple, seemingly much to the dismay of the staff. - Payment at the end was efficient.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
We used the reviews from previous guests who had attended and used their feedback to make a decision to book Tosca. We were very happy with the result. The food was so good and we thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Our waiter was most attentive, but not to the point that it was overbearing. We had a fantastic time and the food and service was excellent. Would highly recommend this restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Terrific Italian cuisine, friendly staff and they don't rush you.
MR
MichelleR
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Nice restaurant and good Food. The main course was tasty but the further into the food the saltier it tasted. Would have liked less salt used. The dessert was fabulous!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
All was good. The food and service were outstanding. Highly recommended zuppa di pesca
BP
BrianP
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous. Can’t say enough good things about Tosca’s
v
vickyp
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Was very good! Food was amazing, in good portion. The restaurant is beautiful. We went very early (5) because we had a group activity at 7pm, so the restaurant was almost empty, but service was great, and we all loved our experience.
TM
TedM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food was really good I arrived late and they still accommodated me
BW
BobW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 9, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great service and Italian dishes. Nice be able to customize dishes to ones liking. Appetizers can feed two people easily.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service. Very gracious staff, didn’t feel rushed. Food tasted very good. Would recommend.
LA
LeeA
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, Tosca has provided a wonderful dining experience to help celebrate my birthday. The moment we arrive, Joe greeted us like family. Our booth is the 'special' one and we are attended to the moment we are seated. Gerry was our server last night and always remembers our preferences regarding wine selection. The meal was exquisite with a special surprise birthday cake to finish off the evening. I can't say enough about the food as it is prepared to perfection. We have never been disappointed. I urge everyone to make it their go-to place for any special occasion or even a non occasion because you will be spoiled 'a la Italiano' Ciao
TC
TammyC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2022
overall3food3service1ambience2
Food was ok, not as special as its talked about. Service was horrible. Our waiter seemed annoyed to be there. Table cleaner had to get him for us, he forgot our water, didn't refill, we had to wait 15 to get him to ask for dessert menu. Horrible
TD
TinaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food , great ambience , and great service . Very reasonable prices too.
G
Gerry
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were celebrating a special occasion and the Tosca Restaurant did not disappoint. Our meals were superb. We followed the recommendations of our server Johnathon (Johnny) who was both very friendly and professional. Based on our experience we will be repeat customers.
H
Hawk
Toronto
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience2
Food was good, it came out quickly but the wait staff are disinterested in serving, answering questions on the menu.
L
Luke
Montreal
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Tres bien! Le service est très bon, la nourriture est bonne alors presque parfait!
JM
JamesM
Toronto
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
Nice neighborhood Italian restaurant. Service was a bit brusque but fast. Food was very good, served hot and nicely presented. Tosca salad was very nice appetizer.
SL
SheilaL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you are looking for a Restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, this is a great place to go too. Lovely Decor, with Great Food and Service.
CB
ClaireBeatty
Ottawa
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very busy night but service was outstanding. Knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. Food delicious. Ambience jolly and busy. Would definitely recommend. NB: needs a cocktail menu.
AC
AnnC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience4
My food was not hot when I received it and I found the flavour unremarkable. Other members of the party thought their main dishes were OK. Dessert was tasty. Our main waiter was not particularly friendly but the person who served our coffee and dessert was pleasant. Restaurant is nicely appointed. I won't be returning or recommending this spot.
S
Sunny
Ottawa
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
I have always walked by but never been here. I was pleasantly surprised. My food was so yummy and I loved my Tiramisu. I like that this restaurant is downtown but not in the market or Elgin as well.
GC
GavinC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoy Italian ? Eat here
C
Courtney
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great restaurant, excellent service. Absolutely fantastic meal! Will be back!
PA
PAULS
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Everything about our visit to the restaurant was excellent; the food, the service, the ambience. The evening could not have been better,
M
Martine
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Tosca, the food and service are always excellent. My favorite place Martine
D
Disappointed
Montreal
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
A lovely restaurant with great service and decent food. I thought it would be a good date night place but it’s more of a family type restaurant. Just if you wanted quiet ambience, that was a bit lacking.
GC
GregC
New Mexico
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Good ambiance and a busy spot which is a good sign. Our group of 6 enjoyed our dinners and the service was very good. The other 5 had no complaints while I found the grilled calamari undercooked, despite the server bringing it back once however in the end it was tasty with a decent sauce. The linguine pescatore was very watery even after adding a fair bit of grated Reggio Parma cheese but also was tasty. The Menu on Open Table is very out of date, many items not available and the prices are 50% higher in many cases. Overall it was mid-range Italian, not the level of Giovanni's but also more affordable.
M
Madison
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and amazing service. Would 1000% recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall4food2service4ambience4
Glass wine selection small not what’s on their website list. My meal was extremely salty. ?? My husband enjoyed his veal Marsala
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner before going ti see a show
RC
RCHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good food. Service was fast. We will return
MR
MeniR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are never disappointed and great job since we are always a big group.

FAQs

Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 565-3933.

Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa is rated 4.5 stars by 830 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

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(613) 565-3933

Other options

Google Map for Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa

144 O'Connor Street, Ottawa, ON K2P 2G7

Additional information

Cross Street
Gloucester
Neighbourhood
Ottawa
Hours of Operation
Thu, Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
and parking lot as well
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tosca-ristorante.ca/
Phone number
(613) 565-3933
Catering
Please call (613) 565-3933 for catering details.

Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

Veal Parmagiana

Lasagna

Grilled Calamari Diavolo

Starters

Antipasti

Mussels Alla Marinara$13.00

Zucchini Fritti$12.00

Grilled Shrimps$16.00

Traditional Bruschetta$7.50

Grilled Calamari Diavolo$15.00

Calamari Fritti$15.00

Snails Della Casa$13.00

House Antipasto Platter$16.00

Eperlani Fritti (Smelts)$13.00

Smoked Salmon$15.00

Tosca Sausage$13.00

Prosciutto And Pears Or Figs (when In Season)$13.00

Zuppe

Stracciatella Soup$7.00

Minestrone$7.00

Soup Of The Day$7.00

Insalate

Caesar Salad$10.00

Insalata Mista$7.00

Caprese$15.00

Tosca$10.00

Insalata Di Mare$16.00

Pasta

Spaghetti Bolognese$17.00

Spaghetti Carbonara$19.00

Spaghetti Amatriciana$19.00

Fettuccine Tosca$20.00

Fettuccine Domenico$19.00

Linguine Al Pescatore$24.00

Linguine Al Tonno$20.00

Penne Al Salmone$20.00

Penne Fortunato$20.00

Manicotti$19.00

Cannelloni$19.00

Lasagna$19.00

Tortellini Gorgonzola$20.00

Gnocchi Calabrese$20.00

Gnocchi Gorgonzola$20.00

Angel Hair Aglio E Olio$20.00

Mains

Pollo/Chicken

Chicken Parmagiana$23.00

Chicken Noci$24.00

Chicken Calabrese$23.00

Carne

Veal Parmagiana$23.00

Veal Marsala$24.00

Veal Ai Ferri$22.00

Veal Gamberetti$26.00

Veal Chop Alla Griglia$39.00

Fillet Mignon$37.00

Sirloin Steak$35.00

Rack of Lamb Andrea$39.00

Pesce/Seafood

Atlantic Salmon$25.00

Filet Sole Tosca$23.00

Risotto Pescatore$27.00

Zuppe Di Pesce$29.00

Pizze

Margherita$17.00

Calabrese$18.00

Tosca$19.00

Nonna Attina$19.00

Quattro Formaggio$19.00

Flavia$19.00

Fortunato Favourite$19.00

Weekly Lunch Specials

Zio Joe's Salad$15.00

Stuffed Gnocchi$18.00