Sep was fantastic as was Brandon. Fantastic customer service, beautiful presentation and delicious food
Martin Cowart
A perfect Christmas experience — unforgettable in every way
My grown son and I were looking for something truly special to celebrate our first Christmas together.
He resettled in Canada just over a month ago after spending more than six years in a refugee camp, and we wanted this evening to feel joyful, welcoming, and memorable. I live in New York State, and as we prepare to move to Ottawa, this moment mattered deeply to us.
Tulip immediately felt right. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by Vincent, who is both the floor manager and bartender. His presence set the tone for the entire evening—kind, attentive, and genuinely joyful.
For dessert we decided to order the Tarte au citron and the Vegan Chocolate Mousse. This was my son’s first time ever eating dessert. Until now, he only knew dessert as “a small sweet meal that comes after the big meal”—and suddenly it all made sense to him. Why they’re sweet. Why they’re small. Why they’re special.
Watching him experience that moment was incredibly moving. The lemon tart was bright, balanced, and elegant. The chocolate mousse was rich and comforting.
Two desserts, completely different, each perfect in its own way—almost like two different kingdoms, both beautiful. We both had a strange and wonderful sense of déjà vu, as if this moment had been waiting to happen.
I am a French-trained chef and owned a restaurant in Manhattan for eight years, so I try not to be biased—but I can honestly say: everything about Tulip was perfect. The food, the atmosphere, the service, and the care behind every detail.
This wasn’t just dinner. It was a memory. A Christmas we will never forget.
Highly, wholeheartedly recommended. Kintu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Derek Purvis
Food was good, although it seemed everything had unannounced truffle in it. Service was very poor on several occasions. Atmosphere impacted by staff hygiene issues.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Anne
Who would have thought you would find such a cute establishment in a hotel lobby? Set up was simple and appreciated. However need better signage to highlight the restaurant and what it has to offer as I would have never thought to go there if it weren't for the menu being online. Great dessert!!!
Kimberly
The food was phenomenal and the service was good. The ambiance was incredibly loud and there was a slight echoing effect but it didn't detract from the overall experience. I would come back.
Livio LDC
Our first time in Ottawa. We stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel. Inside is a little gem called The Tulip Lounge. Our waiters were Vince and Steve. Two of the nicest restaurant staff members we've ever met. As for the food, it was great. You need to eat here. I'm still here now writing this. See you. Come on by and ask for Vince or Steve, they'll look after you along. Buon appetite. Ciao. 😎
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Arlene S
We met my cousin and her husband that came into town from Victoria and they stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn. There were 13 of us for dinner and they put us in a separate part of the restaurant on our own which was perfect. The food and service was amazing. Thanks again and we will definitely recommend this restaurant and hotel.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Syd
Went for a birthday party, an underrated spot for sure, tried beef cheek for the first time and it was great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vas
Excellent place for a quiet business meeting. Our server was exceptional and the food was outstanding! Thank you!
Ellen Bond
Very good food, excellent service, and great atmosphere. We all loved our food and it was all of our first visit.
I've been a loyal fan of The Tulip for years, always impressed by the French-Filipino fusion and incredible flavors. Sadly, this visit was a major letdown. The menu has changed and many of the unique dishes are gone. Several items we ordered weren't available, and what did arrive was disappointing: the pandesal was still frozen in the center with a stale bun, the braised beef was such a tiny portion it felt like an appetizer, the strip steak came with a bland cabbage salad you could buy at Costco, and the pizza was overly oily and unpleasant. They were also out of basics like chicken and ice cream. Service was kind, but overall it felt like a generic hotel restaurant rather than the special place it used to be. No BYOW policy and a very basic wine list add to the frustration. I truly hope they bring back the creativity and quality that once made The Tulip worth returning to.
Nathan
I've been a loyal fan of The Tulip for years, always impressed by the French-Filipino fusion and incredible flavors. Sadly, this visit was a major letdown. The menu has changed and many of the unique dishes are gone. Several items we ordered weren't available, and what did arrive was disappointing: the pandesal was still frozen in the center with a stale bun, the braised beef was such a tiny portion it felt like an appetizer, the strip steak came with a bland cabbage salad you could buy at Costco, and the pizza was overly oily and unpleasant. They were also out of basics like chicken and ice cream. Service was kind, but overall it felt like a generic hotel restaurant rather than the special place it used to be. No BYOW policy and a very basic wine list add to the frustration. I truly hope they bring back the creativity and quality that once made The Tulip worth returning to.
Janis Lielamers
New hidden gem in Ottawa 😍🤩
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maxime Gallego
A really pleasant surprise inside the hotel – definitely not your typical hotel restaurant. Very comfortable place with high-quality products and super friendly staff. The potatoes were perfectly crunchy on the outside and soft inside, absolutely delicious. The butter chicken is highly recommended, and the sandwich was to die for!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Palmer (prplhaze)
This has become a yearly staple when we visit Ottawa. The food is wonderful and the prices are very fair for the area. Good comes out quickly but the quality doesn't suffer for the speed.
The atmosphere is great and the staff is attentive and helpful.
Sep was fantastic as was Brandon. Fantastic customer service, beautiful presentation and delicious food
A perfect Christmas experience — unforgettable in every way
My grown son and I were looking for something truly special to celebrate our first Christmas together.
He resettled in Canada just over a month ago after spending more than six years in a refugee camp, and we wanted this evening to feel joyful, welcoming, and memorable. I live in New York State, and as we prepare to move to Ottawa, this moment mattered deeply to us.
Tulip immediately felt right. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by Vincent, who is both the floor manager and bartender. His presence set the tone for the entire evening—kind, attentive, and genuinely joyful.
For dessert we decided to order the Tarte au citron and the Vegan Chocolate Mousse. This was my son’s first time ever eating dessert. Until now, he only knew dessert as “a small sweet meal that comes after the big meal”—and suddenly it all made sense to him. Why they’re sweet. Why they’re small. Why they’re special.
Watching him experience that moment was incredibly moving.
The lemon tart was bright, balanced, and elegant. The chocolate mousse was rich and comforting.
Two desserts, completely different, each perfect in its own way—almost like two different kingdoms, both beautiful. We both had a strange and wonderful sense of déjà vu, as if this moment had been waiting to happen.
I am a French-trained chef and owned a restaurant in Manhattan for eight years, so I try not to be biased—but I can honestly say: everything about Tulip was perfect. The food, the atmosphere, the service, and the care behind every detail.
This wasn’t just dinner. It was a memory. A Christmas we will never forget.
Highly, wholeheartedly recommended.
Kintu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was good, although it seemed everything had unannounced truffle in it. Service was very poor on several occasions. Atmosphere impacted by staff hygiene issues.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Who would have thought you would find such a cute establishment in a hotel lobby? Set up was simple and appreciated. However need better signage to highlight the restaurant and what it has to offer as I would have never thought to go there if it weren't for the menu being online. Great dessert!!!
The food was phenomenal and the service was good. The ambiance was incredibly loud and there was a slight echoing effect but it didn't detract from the overall experience. I would come back.
Our first time in Ottawa. We stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel. Inside is a little gem called The Tulip Lounge. Our waiters were Vince and Steve. Two of the nicest restaurant staff members we've ever met. As for the food, it was great. You need to eat here. I'm still here now writing this. See you. Come on by and ask for Vince or Steve, they'll look after you along. Buon appetite. Ciao. 😎
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We met my cousin and her husband that came into town from Victoria and they stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn. There were 13 of us for dinner and they put us in a separate part of the restaurant on our own which was perfect. The food and service was amazing. Thanks again and we will definitely recommend this restaurant and hotel.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went for a birthday party, an underrated spot for sure, tried beef cheek for the first time and it was great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent place for a quiet business meeting. Our server was exceptional and the food was outstanding! Thank you!
Very good food, excellent service, and great atmosphere. We all loved our food and it was all of our first visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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I've been a loyal fan of The Tulip for years, always impressed by the French-Filipino fusion and incredible flavors. Sadly, this visit was a major letdown. The menu has changed and many of the unique dishes are gone. Several items we ordered weren't available, and what did arrive was disappointing: the pandesal was still frozen in the center with a stale bun, the braised beef was such a tiny portion it felt like an appetizer, the strip steak came with a bland cabbage salad you could buy at Costco, and the pizza was overly oily and unpleasant. They were also out of basics like chicken and ice cream. Service was kind, but overall it felt like a generic hotel restaurant rather than the special place it used to be. No BYOW policy and a very basic wine list add to the frustration. I truly hope they bring back the creativity and quality that once made The Tulip worth returning to.
I've been a loyal fan of The Tulip for years, always impressed by the French-Filipino fusion and incredible flavors. Sadly, this visit was a major letdown. The menu has changed and many of the unique dishes are gone. Several items we ordered weren't available, and what did arrive was disappointing: the pandesal was still frozen in the center with a stale bun, the braised beef was such a tiny portion it felt like an appetizer, the strip steak came with a bland cabbage salad you could buy at Costco, and the pizza was overly oily and unpleasant. They were also out of basics like chicken and ice cream. Service was kind, but overall it felt like a generic hotel restaurant rather than the special place it used to be. No BYOW policy and a very basic wine list add to the frustration. I truly hope they bring back the creativity and quality that once made The Tulip worth returning to.
New hidden gem in Ottawa 😍🤩
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A really pleasant surprise inside the hotel – definitely not your typical hotel restaurant. Very comfortable place with high-quality products and super friendly staff. The potatoes were perfectly crunchy on the outside and soft inside, absolutely delicious. The butter chicken is highly recommended, and the sandwich was to die for!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This has become a yearly staple when we visit Ottawa. The food is wonderful and the prices are very fair for the area. Good comes out quickly but the quality doesn't suffer for the speed.
The atmosphere is great and the staff is attentive and helpful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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