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“Friendly, delicious food, huge variety!“

“Ate here for the first time to celebrate our 36th Anniversary. The food was excellent and the staff very friendly. We felt like very special guests. We will return.“

“Excellent food. Service terrific Nice bistro“

“Love this wonderful wine bar. Great wine with delicious charcuterie boards. The ambiance is very cozy and it is an inviting atmosphere.“

“Wonderful fondue in the winter!“

“I want to give a special shoutout to our server /Sierra Matheson for making our dining experience truly memorable. Her attentiveness, efficiency and friendly demeanour enhanced. our experience, we loved our meal and she made us feel valued guests.“

“muy buena atención y muy buena comida“

“Nice spot with a cozy, lively atmosphere definitely a popular place, so I’d recommend booking in advance. Service was okay; nothing to complain about, but nothing particularly memorable either.

I asked the waiter for a recommendation between the lamb shank and the boeuf bourguignon, and he said both were good. I went with the lamb shank. The portion was generous, but taste-wise it was just okay not especially memorable considering the price point.

Surprisingly, the sides stole the show. The dauphinoise potatoes and seasonal vegetables were absolutely delicious and ended up being the highlight of the plate.

Overall, Ratatouille is worth visiting for the ambiance and sides, but if you're going for the lamb, you might want to consider trying something else on the menu.“

“Amazing food. Good customer service.“

“The most beautiful ambiance! Unique and delicious food and drinks and excellent service. We enjoyed our experience very much!“

“I have been dreading this review for a while now, but things are not improving! Tonight, February 15th, they had a fixed 4 course dinner for $100. I called in advance because I was dining alone at the bar and inquired if I needed reservations. No mention of the $100 menu. Sat at the bar, was ignored by all the staff. First course didn't show up. Second course showed up and I asked where the first one was. They brought it after. The third course, the short rubs, was cold, as was my food the last 3 times we went there. i returned it and version 2 was better. Dessert was a very uneventful creme brulée. This is my third ( possibly 4th time) discretely providing feedback. Getting a comped dessert or small glass of wine. I was really rooting for this restaurant, but it is mismanaged and really needs to get their act. Cocotte no more!“

“Great service first and foremost. The coffee was amazing, the pastries even better. Wonderful spot close to Parliament Hill.“