42 Best Bars in Ottawa

“The Manx pub is a great place. Not very big, lots of atmosphere. Food is great, large portions and reasonably priced 😁 *****“

“The perfect downtown Ottawa pub, great crowd, friendly staff and the best, best BEST burger in town !“

“What an amazing team and experience! We had our September wedding at Lago in the Vista Room and received so many compliments on our location, the beautiful scenery over Dow’s Lake, and how the smaller room was the perfect size for our intimate wedding. But for me, all compliments go to Lago’s incredible wedding planning team. Gyneya and her team are so attentive; they were constantly on the ball on the day of our wedding, ensuring that all of our needs were met. The bride and groom spend so much time catering to guests, but the Lago team made absolute sure that we were truly pampered. They gave us a much needed moment to breathe and soak it all in, ensured our timeline ran incredibly smoothly, made sure that we were never left in search of a drink and that food was always readily available. Thank you so much to this team for being part of our magical day!“

“Excellent service. Food amazing especially the crêpe. Very warm atmosphere. Will definitely go back 😊“

“Amazing all around! Great food, great prices and great people! Who can ask for more?!“

“Amazing customer service, one of the best bars in Ottawa.“

“Excellent staff, friendly, fun and welcoming. Like a home away from home. Best fish and chips.“

“Visiting Ottawa from London, Ontario and went to this restaurant. It was really good. I had the pretzel & bier cheese dip and it was amazing. I like how the cheese sauce is made if actual cheese and not the fake, disgusting processed stuff.“

“City Afterlight exceeded all expectations as an event hosting venue. The ambiance was enchanting, with sophisticated lighting creating a captivating atmosphere. The staff's attention to detail and impeccable service added to the overall experience. From the well-appointed spaces to the seamless coordination, City Afterlight proved to be the perfect choice for our event. Highly recommended for those seeking a blend of elegance and functionality in their event venues.“

“Our experience at natural history was amazing. Me and a few friends went for drinks and the vibe was amazing and so we're the drinks. Our server Matt was so kind and he ran after us to hand us a presto card we left behind. We're really looking forward to our next visit and thank you Matt for making it a good time“

“Great atmosphere and amazing food and service. Don’t miss out on this gem if you are visiting Ottawa!!“

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“My husband and I visited the Spin Kitchen bar for drinks to celebrate our anniversary. We came to Ottawa to celebrate. We met some amazing people that were also visiting. It truly was a great evening and the staff are very friendly and social.“

“Had a great time tonight! The staff was very accommodating for my friends wedding party, and made sure we had a great time!“

“It's says it's a bar and grill, but you can't order house made food. Great place for a drink, but if you're expecting good food, then you're better off somewhere else. Karaoke night is great though

Wheelchair accessibility: Not in the slightest wheel chair accessible“

“Comedy how was off the chain hook.“

“Incredible spot, great beer!“

“It has a good vibe! I have fun everytime I go.“

“Tonight there was a group of men promoting white supremacy and confederate flags in Maclarens. They confirmed this verbally to us when we asked about their shirt. When we told the manager in an attempt to help their business and let them know what kind of space they are promoting and allowing, and that they were losing us as customers, they said "their money is green". They told us loudly that they do not care. BOYCOTT THIS BAR IF YOU ARE ANTI-SLAVERY, ANTI-WHITE SUPREMACY. PS I do not know why this shows as me recommending the place. NO I DO NOT RECOMMEND. 0/5“

“Great night on our 40th anniversary it was even a Monday night with live music which was a lot of fun.
Wife danced almost all night with another beautiful girl.
It was a great night just wishing we got the dark hair girl with white blouse and. black pants number so we can plan another evening with her and dance the night away.“

“Had a great time!!! Staff are friendly“

“if you need to find your glow or wife's glow come here...the performers and staff are fantastic they are so fun and they bring joy and laughter into your life. highly recommend...always tip them cause they have such wonderful hearts 💕“

“How disgraceful. No fundraiser for the millions of Palestinian Men, Women and children devestated, dead, dying during an ongoing massacre. DO SOMETHING! 🇵🇸🖕🇮🇱“

“We made a reservation for opening at 11:30 AM just in case since it was a Sat but got there before opening so that we were first in line anyways. It was a perfect setting on the patio!

Sweet potato fries are some of the best we've ever had honestly - they were crisp but soft on the inside and just the right seasoning 🤤

The iced matcha with oat milk was less matcha-y than I prefer but that's just my own flavour preference. Went with friends and we loved our shrimp roll, fish tacos, fish and chips, and burger. 🍔

We came in on the outdoor wood steps but I believe there is an indoor elevator for those who need to use it as well. Bathroom is very clean and indoor seating is super cute as well!“

“Really Nice Job, everything was just perfect, 13yr Anniversary! Greek/Lebanese waitress was amazing and professional and so fast! ....sorry we forgot your name. Food was top notch, complements to the Chef and Sous Chef. Steak cooked perfectly😋😋 Had a bad experience before, but after this we will be back. Thank you to the team at Huntmar! 5*“

“very friendly atmosphere...“

“We stopped by while walking the streets of Downtown Ottawa and didn't want to leave! Thank goodness we had other plans otherwise we'd have stuck around for far too long, lol!! Great quint spot serving fabulous, ice cold Kilkenny!! (Heart & Crown Irish Pub)“

“Great place to go for dinner, drinks, or have a party! Vince was super nice and helpful, and we had an amazing time.“

“Cheap shots & drinks with a great vibe ! Love coming here with my friends !“

“Chef Cam and the Bar Lupulus team are truly outstanding. Personable, attentive, and accessible, they made our experience feel seamless and special. The food was both unique and exceptional, but what sets Bar Lupulus apart is their role as genuine community builders, contributing meaningfully to the life of our city and supporting initiatives that strengthen connection and care far beyond fine dining.“

“I had breakfast at Creekside Bar & Grill and ordered a vegetarian omelette, requesting mozzarella instead of cheddar as I usually do. It was tasty and satisfying. The patio has nice tree shade, making for a pleasant outdoor dining experience. The only downside is that the patio is next to the road, which can be a bit noisy.“

“10/10 recommend! Delicious food & friendly owners! Will continue to come back :)“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The food is great and the staff is amazing!“

“Excellent food drink and service“

“We visited D’Arcy McGee’s as a family while spending the weekend in Ottawa. The service was amazing, the food was spectacular, and the live music made the atmosphere so much fun. We can’t wait to return.“

“was a great experience 10 outta 10“

“Went early on a Saturday--no wait, hostess was very sweet and attentive. Food arrived quickly, absolutely delicious! We shared an order of takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and chashu don. The okonomiyaki is a specialty item, and absolutely worth it! The store itself is lavishly decorated with posters and toys, many of which are for sale. They also run a seasonal Gachapon--you earn plays based on your bill total. Very fun, a wonderful place to gather with friends.

Aisle were wide enough to pass a walker through but there are steps leading up to the restaurant, music and lighting were mellow“

“Really great place to enjoy awesome food!!! ambiance and service are great 👍 can't go wrong. Bring her there and you are set lol“

“My new favourite wine. Steak was done amazingly.“

“Le service, l'ambiance, la carte des vins et cocktails! La bonne bouffe 🔥 wow belle découverte merci ☺️“

“The best bar in Ottawa.“

“This place is a hidden gem if you're looking for a chill lounge atmosphere with great cocktails, great prices but a small but mighty kitchen for sandwiches and the like. The service is impeccable and our waitress always remembers pur names when my girlfriend and I usually go for a couple of drinks for a night put in Hintonburg. Really like this place and they even have some boardgames for the adventurous minds. Cheers!“