Canadian Restaurants in Ottawa, ON

“What a pleasure to have been able to reopen the restaurant with you! Everything was perfect and the service impeccable! nice discovery!“

“The chicken shawarma at Mr. Fez is outstanding. I went back two nights in a row. Noor is a nice guy! Highly recommend.“

“Beef short ribs were delicious. Creme brûlée was excessively sweet for my tastes. Downstairs restaurant has a lovely vibe, but private room upstairs was not very aesthetically pleasing, non-accessible for those with mobility issues and overly hot. Would not recommend that space. Service was excellent but very slow overall for a big group. I'd return but to the restaurant not the private event space.“

“Servers can make all the difference when dining out. Destiny, our server, was awesome, providing just the right amount of service without being underserved or intrusive. Destiny was friendly, welcoming and polite, she seemed to really enjoy her job. Best wishes Destiny!“

“WOW great food, great atmosphere and most of all our server Kady was phenomenal! Very respectful, kind, friendly and knowledgeable of the menu and cocktails. Would definitely recommend this location in Ottawa and ask for Kady!!! 💕 🍹🍸“

“We received a gift card from a family member for $100 USD as a Christmas Present and were excited about enjoying a meal at this restaurant. The gift card was purchased directly from Joey's, not a 3rd party. We went and everything initially about the restaurant was very enjoyable. The food was very good, the service was attentive and we enjoyed our experience until the cheque arrived. When we we presented the gift card (electronically) our server went to speak with a ⁶manager and then returned to inform us that the $100 USD would be honoured in Canadian dollars. $100 USD is worth $144.50 Canadian dollars according to google when checked today. We paid the bill and tipped the service team 22% and left after effectively having $44.50 taken from us and our family member in what felt like to us, theft by conversion. The manager in question did not come to follow up after our expressing our disappointment JOEY's is already a very expensive restaurant. Further, the gift card information indicates that Joey's has US based restaurants. I'm quite sure that Canadian dollar gift cards are not accepted at par in the US. This ruined for us, what was otherwise a positive experience, through what felt like to us, an act of corporate greed and impersonal profiteering. After this experience we will not be back and sadly, I cannot recommend JOEY's as a place for anyone else to dine at. Any company that sells a gift card directly and then fails to deliver full value is patently dishonest, in my opinion.“

“The absolute best of the best!!!! The cocktails were delicious, the tartar was out of this world, the bread, the main meal… so very satisfied!“

“AMAZING WEDDING CATERING! We are just back from our honeymoon in Nassau, and as we organize our new lives as Mr and Mrs, we can't stop talking about what the Royals Restaurant did at our wedding. That evening, the chatter was surely talking about the food. And guests are still talking about it. The meals were outstanding. The Pesto Chicken with Roasted Red Peppers & Goat Cheese, the Roasted Sirloin with Yorkshire Pudding, the hors d'oeuvres, just to recap a few.... were thoroughly enjoyed. With Chef Derrick carving the beef, he definitely finished off the buffet line in style. Plates were full, and then enjoyed by each guest. The flavours were simply succulent. But it was not just about the food. Melissa and Lindsay were at the venue far before the guests arrived. The place settings were precisely arranged ensuring that everything was lined up. The stemware and cutlery were perfect. Their management of the setup was amazing. The staff supported all the guests so professionally. A big thank you to Melanie, for operating the bar with class. To all the staff in the background, our sincere thank you as well. From the first minute that the catering trailer showed up, to the last minute when Melissa & Lindsay left at 1:00am... we were thrilled that the Royals Restaurant were a part of our wedding day. Many thanks to you!“

“We selected 3 meals, 1 dessert, 1 Corona, and two Lattes.

Top choices in order:

1- wasabi pea sashimi pizza
2- crisp duck
3- guajillo spiced prawns.

Service was phenomenal, food came out fast and it was flavorful, perfect temperature, beautifully presented, extremely knowledgeable staff and super easy to talk with.

A perfect meal to celebrate our personal milestone.

Till NEXT time.“

“I had the pleasure of celebrating a milestone birthday at Le St. Laurent (LSL). And it must go without saying- The experience was nothing short of memorable and definitely one for the books!

Shannon (Manager), Ryan (Chef) and the LSL team went above and beyond to help assist in the success of my night. Prior to the date of the event Shannon and I worked closely together going over some of the details of the night - such as creating a charcuterie and appetizers along with some specialty non-alcoholic beverages. All of which was to be served as a prequel to the actual main course of the night. Shannon’s attentiveness and time poured into helping me create an experience not only ensured that everything ran smoothly but that my guests had a great time. And that they did.

On the day of I got to meet the chef and a few of the team, all of whom were extremely friendly and welcoming. The LSL staff were sure to adhere to any questions or concerns that may have arisen throughout the night which and I can’t express how appreciative I am of that given we were a group of 20 people!

The food was amazing and the plating was definitely worth all the pictures. Oh and let’s not forget to mention the view 🌃🌆!

Thank you LSL so much for such a wonderful night.

If you’re reading this review. Please go check this place out! And may your experience be nothing short of appetizing✨.“

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

“Some of the best food I’ve ever eaten in my life and I’m not kidding. The chef Arup Jana made an off-menu item for us because it was so good I’d contacted him about it (roasted carrot and brie soup, created for a charity event I attended last month). We had soup at the restaurant and also bought several more servings as takeout to bring home. We also tried about seven of their tapas plates and every single one was incredible. Please go to this restaurant.“

“Amazing gastronomical dining experience.“

“I love it here… amazing spot. It felt like we got a dinner invite to an artsy grandma’s crib. Seriously perfect atmosphere. No fearful ‘big light,’ just cozy yellows all around. We decided on the shared Daily Feast: three elevated Irish dishes which were sufficient enough to *perfectly* stuff my hungry date and me. To nitpick, the meat and mash course could’ve been warmer; however, the place was packed… I’ll let it slide happily! Everything was either delicious, good, or not-my-thing (shortbread dessert… my enemy). The service was chill and decently paced, even through the chaos of customers / a full house. I’m ANTSY to return for a cozy breakfast! Awesome recommendation from my gal Judey. :)“

“Amazing delicious like home made food, takeout from Uber was packaged perfectly“

“Reynolds has been an amazing breakfast spot for me. I have eating restrictions and they have accommodated my needs. The staff is great and friendly as well.“

“Absolutely wonderful experience. Food was amazing and the service was among the best I’ve ever witnessed. I’d give 6 stars if I could.“

“Was part of a group of 10 before the march 4 Ottawa Charge game.
Thanks to the Host for finding us a great spot up top and being so welcoming! Thanks to Cassie, our server, for excellent service. We were a busy and large group and she did an admirable job. Very competent and never stressed! Great food and Clarky beer - never better!!! Thank you! We will be back!“

“Especial thanks to Chef Dave for the delicious food and the morning guy server who is helpful and hands on. Hands down to the mouthwatering food and delicious. above and beyond my expectation of the food and customer service. highly recommended 5/5 .“

“We love the breakfast buffet at Daly's and go regularly with our young kids. The staff are all amazing! Cant say enough good things about the service from all the kind servers and hosts at Daly's who all go out of their way to make sure we have a great brunch.“

“A wonderful Friday night experience celebrating a friend’s birthday. Beautiful, relaxing and cosy ambiance, with friendly and prompt service by Luanne. The mixologist really knows what she’s doing with the handcrafted cocktails and each drink was served in just the perfect glass. Charcuterie and mezze platters were unique and delicious. A fantastic spot for date night, solo dining or with a crowd for happy hour.“

“Awesome space for group events!“

“I’ve been coming here for 10+ years, and it’s one of those places that never disappoints.

The food is consistently great, beautifully prepared and full of flavor. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with just the right touch of elegance without feeling overdone. It’s the kind of place you can truly settle into and enjoy your evening.

What stands out just as much is the service. The staff are attentive, and genuinely kind, which makes all the difference. A special mention to Chris, who is hands down one of the best servers and bartenders I’ve ever come across. He has such a natural charm and a warm presence that really elevates the whole experience.

It’s rare to find a place that delivers this level of consistency across the board.“