Idriss Mediterranean

319 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa
(613) 421-4008

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Roasted Salad Vegetarian
Chakchouka Breakfast
Chorba \u0026 Bourek
Chicken Couscous
Chorba & Bourek
Eggplant Gratin
Royal Couscous
Beef Sandwich
Potato Tajine
Chicken Grill

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Royal Couscous (Idriss' Signature Dish)
Couscous, lamb, merguez, chicken, pumpkin, carrot, potatoes, chickpeas, and tomatoes.
Olive Tajine
Rice served with a rich sauce including sauteed mushrooms, olives, carrots, and tender chicken pieces. Served with hmiss and bread.
Lamb Couscous
Couscous topped with pumpkin, carrots, potatoes, chickpeas, tomatoes, and served with succulent pieces of lamb.
Kafta Tajine
Idris's signature tomato sauce with meatballs and topped with eggs. Served with hmiss and bread.
Chicken Bourak (2 pcs)
Traditional North African spring rolls stuffed with chicken, onion, and cheese.

Appetizers
Ground Beef Bourak (2 pcs)
Traditional North African spring rolls stuffed with ground beef onion, and cheese.
Chicken Bourak (2 pcs)
Traditional North African spring rolls stuffed with chicken, onion, and cheese.
Vegetarian Bourak (2 pcs)
Traditional North African spring rolls stuffed with potatoes, carrots, onions, green peas, and cheese.

Salads
Mediterranean Salad
Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, eggs, and with the finest imported oriental cheese.

Soup
Hrira
Tomatoes, lentils, rice, carrot, zucchini, and chickpeas topped with fresh herbs. Served with 1 bourak.
Lentil Soup
Red lentils, potatoes, carrots, onions, garlic, topped with fresh parsley. Served with 1 bourak.

Sandwiches
Chicken Sandwich
Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, grilled chicken, and traditional North African ance.
Merguez Sandwich
Vegetarian Sandwich
Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cabbage balls, and traditional North African sauce.
Beef Sandwich
Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, grilled beef patty, and traditional North African sauce.

Couscous and Pasta
Royal Couscous (Idriss' Signature Dish)
Couscous, lamb, merguez, chicken, pumpkin, carrot, potatoes, chickpeas, and tomatoes.
Lamb Couscous
Couscous topped with pumpkin, carrots, potatoes, chickpeas, tomatoes, and served with succulent pieces of lamb.
Rechta (Algerian Noodles)
Handmade traditional north African moodles, topped with turnips, chickpeas, and tender chicken piece.
Chicken Couscous
Couscous, pumpkin, carrot, potatoes, chickpeas, tomatoes, and served with tender chicken legs.

Tajine
Olive Tajine
Rice served with a rich sauce including sauteed mushrooms, olives, carrots, and tender chicken pieces. Served with hmiss and bread.
Kafta Tajine
Idris's signature tomato sauce with meatballs and topped with eggs. Served with hmiss and bread.
Potato Tajine
Potatoes served with a rich sauce, succulent pieces of lamb, and green peas. Served with hmiss and bread.
Kromb Tajine
Mouthwatering cabbage served with a rich chickpea sauce and meatballs. Served with hmiss and bread.

Grills
Royal Grill
Rice served with marinated grilled chicken, Laita, merguez, and topped with caramelized onion. Served with hummus and pumpkin sauce.
Chicken Grill
Rice served with marinated grilled chicken and topped with caramelized onion. Served with hummus and pumpkin sauce.
Kafta Grill
Rice served with kafta and topped with caramelized onion. Served with hummus and pumpkin sauce.

Breakfast
Regular Breakfast
Merguez served with crispy baked potatoes and 2 eggs served sunny side up.
Chakchouka Breakfast
Chakchouka, grilled merguez, topped with fried cauliflower, eggs, and served with a side of baked potatoes, crisp buttery toast, and salad.

Gratin
Cauliflower Gratin
Cauliflower served with bechamel sauce, ground beef, and topped with melted cheese. Served with a side salad and bread chips.
Eggplant Gratin
Eggplant served with Idriss'signatune tomatoes sauce, ground beef, topped with gees, and melted cheese. Served with a side salad and bread chips.

Sides
Fries
Onion Rings

Beverages
Algerian Mint Tea
Served with roasted peanuts and tahini halwah.
Crush Orange
Cola
Pepsi
Diet Cola
Coffee
Tea
Orange Juice
Apple Juice
Water
7Up
Diet Pepsi
NesTea
Ginger Ale

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Recent Reviews

Phenomenal food. One of the best restaurants that I’ve had in Ottawa. They do an excellent job of cooking some solid Algerian cuisine. I will definitely be going back to enjoy this delicious Algerian food.
January 2026
I came here for the first time and honestly, it felt special. The owners are so warm and welcoming that the moment we sat down, I felt like I was back home in Algeria. There is a real sense of hospitality here, the kind you can’t fake.

The food was incredible. The mhajeb and bourek were unbelievable, the tajines were full of flavor, and the couscous with lamb tasted like a true home-cooked meal. Every bite brought back memories.

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October 2025
Idriss Restaurant in Ottawa offers an authentic and flavorful experience. The food was excellent rich in taste, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. However, everything was served at once, which made the timing feel a bit rushed.

The dining room is on the smaller side but very nicely decorated, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. One thing to note, parking can be tricky in the area, so be careful where you park to avoid a ticket.
October 2025

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Idriss Mediterranean

319 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 2Z5
(613) 421-4008