50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Ottawa

“Risotto. Gnocchi. Lions Mane. Beet tartare. Go.“

“Went here for our 2nd wedding anniversary. A very delicious widespread of food! We were not disappointed. Amazing customer service, cute drinks, and yummy food. What more could we ask for?! One of our favourites was their unique dinner for two, fried chicken pizza and salad! Very filling, a good contrast, and not greasy! We will definitely be back!“

“Citizen is a vibrant lively restaurant with a thoughtful menu focused on seasonal ingredients.

My favourite dish was the roasted beets and heirloom carrots. The balance of flavours and textures created a perfect bright delicious dish.“

“Came to Ottawa for a work trip and was pleasantly surprised by this gem of a restaurant. Great selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Got to go on Tuesday, where they have a special of tapas sized version of their main dishes. Servings are still good for 2 people to share. Great way to try a bunch of their dishes which were all very good. Service was amazing and ambiance was cute and cozy. Would want to check out their market in the day and co-restaurant cafe.“

“Everything is delicious. Quick, friendly service too!“

“Excellent food and service.“

“Oooh so delish. Pick your pleasure.“

“Peace-Garden is a vegan gem offering a delightful dining experience in a beautifully designed space. The restaurant’s aesthetic is as appealing as its food, with a vibrant atmosphere and an on-site store for a little shopping before or after your meal. With such a positive atmosphere and amazing food, Peace Garden is a must-visit for anyone looking for vegan options in a gorgeous setting. Updated from previous review on 2025-01-17“

“I recommend everyone in the world to try this Mandarin restaurant. They are really nice workers especially Bill and Sam Reyes. Thank you for the amazing foods and desserts❤️! hope to come and see you all again 😊🫶🏻 from Us Montreal customers“

“Great vegetarian and vegan food“

“Authentic taste!! Good for people who would like vegetarian food ! Also would love to relish maa ke hath ke swad jaisa food !!!!”””“

“Excellent service & food 😍⭐“

“fresh ingredients and friendly staff! definitely going back- the whole menu looks delicious!“

“The service was top-notch, and the fries were incredibly tasty. I want to extend my gratitude to Lou Jr. for his thoughtful gesture of freshly cooked fries and hot dog. I'm absolutely planning on returning for more! 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“My family enjoyed a take-out meal last night from Sula Wok. I would describe it as incredibly tasty, evocative flavours, large portion sizes and generally a fantastic gastronomical delight! The chicken samosas were the best I have had anywhere in Ottawa, in short - awesome. The mango-ginger sauce for the samosas was also exceptional. My entrèe was the Tibetan Fried noodles with tofu. The portion was generous and carefully prepared. The spices were delightful, the vegetables were fresh, plentiful and throughout the meal rather than just placed on top. Every bite was delicious. Thank you Sula Wok for the best take-out meal I have enjoyed in years! I highly recommend this restaurant. It definitely deserves a five star rating.“

“Best pizza in town, everything is done fresh everyday. They also have the best coconut cream pie. Best staff every, they treat everyone like family compared to those chain restaraunts Support local everyone“

“Truly authentic and delicious Vietnamese cuisine. Have tried many dishes, and each one did not disappoint. The staff are amazing and friendly. I highly recommend this hidden gem.“

“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.“

“I had a lovely experience at Sansotei! The service was quick and friendly. I had the tonkotsu black ramen and the corn croquettes - both were delicious! The ramen broth was rich and full of flavour and the ramen noodles were perfectly al dente. I will definitely be returning the next time I’m in Ottawa.“

“From the beginning the staff were incredibly kind! They helped me understand everything because I hadn’t been there before and was very friendly! I had the teriyaki chicken poutine and it was very nice! I would’ve liked a bit more teriyaki sauce but that’s genuinely just because it was so tasty! The red wine base gravy was delicious with the dish. Even though I lost at Mario Party I think I definitely will be visiting again in the future! Shy guy will not be invited next time (Normal computer). If you get a drink and a meal on top of the 9$ cover be ready to spend over 30 dollars. It’s delicious food but I’m not huge on drinks so I’d pass on it in the future. Was definitely worth giving it a try!

Vegetarian options: They have indicators on their menu for what food is vegetarian!

Dietary restrictions: They have indicators on their menu for Gluten free products!

Kid-friendliness: There was a small family with a child and since the tables are all separate they were able to enjoy their time together as a family :)“

“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!!! 💕 🍹🍸“

“Incredible food in a very cozy and chill atmosphere. The beer menu is one of the best I've seen, extensive with lots of variety for good options to pair with your meal. The charcuterie items were all delicious, and the mains were phenomena - the best lamb I've ever had in my life. It was a perfect night out!“

“We had the Hawaiian pizza and goat cheese pizza for our first dinner at this restaurant and they were amazing! Delicious light crust and delicious toppings, we thought we would need takeout containers but we were wrong! 😅

The White Russian and Ashton cider were also very yummy. Ashton is a dry cider, quite refreshing!“

“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!“

“Taco 🌮 Tuesdays are a great deal. Chicken or beef, both are delicious. Everything is very fresh. The tortilla soup is epic, it's my favourite. They are easy to find, have ample parking, as well as picnic tables if you want to eat there. Fast, efficient, and the food is made by a man who is as talented as he is kind.“

“量大味道又超级好，值得推荐“

“Got a Large Hand-Pulled beef noodle with 3-pull noodles. Also got spicy beef on the side.

Noodles have a satisfying texture. The broth is light but flavorful. The green onion and cilantro garnishes are fresh.

Spicy beef side dish came with sliced onions, which added to the flavor.

I recommend this restaurant for those looking for Chinese noodles.“

“Excellent food, great service and a very cozy atmosphere!“

“Walked in for a quick bite not expecting much. Walked out with the only disappointment of not ordering more! The best samosas I’ve ever had. They are a must have. Plus the people are so friendly.“

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

“Hungry Human menu item are delicious and very filling. Easily splitable and you pick two sides. I skipped breakfast and had the item for lunch. I will be full till 6:00 pm at least. Very good.“

“A truly special place, Best indian food in ottawa. Prepared and served with love. It is rare to feel so good after eating that much food! You can eat this food daily.“

“Great service and great brunch experience!“

“Visited Montana's 13th November 2022 with a group of 7 other people. The atmosphere was good, enjoyed pre-dinner drinks and conversation, followed by our server taking our meal order. She was very efficient and ensured all our needs were met. The order took longer than expected to arrive, and when it did, the food was just warm. We explained to the server who was apologetic, the food was heated to our satisfaction, and enjoyed by all. We were visited by the Manager In order to make sure everything was to our satisfaction, following the issue we had experienced. She very kindly told us she was giving us a reduction on the total price as a sign of goodwill, and also provided free dessert for the group. I would say that was an excellent show of hospitality on the part of Montana's, and we will definitely be arranging future visits.“

“The prices and quality of the food here make it worth the trip. The shepherds purse dumpling soup is so good! However be warned this feels like a student restaurant. You order at the front, and the ambience is like that of a back ally restaurant in China. I think it adds to the charm but it's certainly austere.“

“The best Italian food. “My fav.” Family business , and local. You really can’t go wrong here. Bring your whole family here, a date even. It will definitely impress everyone. Thank you to the whole team. Nothing went unnoticed 💗🤗“

“We have been ordering regularly from Ali at Oh My Grill since we discovered his amazing food! From chicken and filet skewers to gyros to falafel wraps - and the greek salad - OH MY GRILL!!! (OMG!!!) everyone in the family can't stop raving about the freshness and flavours! THANK YOU for making every meal we order from you sooooo very good!

Vegetarian options: Our teen LOVES the falafel wrap and she is soooo picky!“

“This is one of the best restaurants in Ottawa! Very welcoming staff, excellent quality and portions with affordable cost. Add to this the location, availability of parking, and the cozy atmosphere. 10/10“

“The best scones in town for sure. What a great selection and fair prices for their menu options. It was our first time there and we loved it so much we returned the next day. Staff are so friendly and you do have the option to dine in or take out as well as place orders for future pick up which is what we did for the next day. Definitely a must try. I hope they expand to Toronto! Would love it!!!“

“Excellent food and friendly service. Thanks for making our trip to Ottawa that much more enjoyable!“

“We made a reservation since the spot is quite small so seating is limited. We got the Wasabi shrimp tempura, friend chicken Ramen and grilled chicken Ramen. The shrimp tempura was amazing. The mango sauce that came with it was delicious. I wanted abit more of the Wasabi flavour in the shrimp tempura but still tastes good. The broth for the Ramen could've been spicier but they do offer chilli oil. The fried chicken was good, no bones. I was not a fan of the grilled chicken though. Overall decent food and the decor inside is dope too.

Vegetarian options: Had vegetarian broth based Ramen options.

Dietary restrictions: They gave vegetarian and gluten free options.

Parking: Only street parking available and given that it is in little italy, you may have to get into the smaller side streets foe parking.“

“Great food, family business, real nice people that care.

Parking: Sizzling platters a must!

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes wheel chair accessible
Free parking
Excellent soups ie. Hot and sour.“

“Great vegetarian and vegan food“

“Awesome breakfast. Best in Ottawa“

“soooooo guuuuuuuuuuuuuud!!!I had originally planned to take my friend from Montreal to a pho place I loooove (Pho Tuan) but it was closed for holidays...we met this very cute vietnamese girl living in the area and asked her where to go: she said go to Pho THu Do!!!may the gods bless her soul. We had incredible pho soup and deep fried rolls. I felt love in the 8 hrs simmered broth and it proved me the poetic lines of a Haiku book I read before: The Art of Peace, yes that was it!!!!!!“

“Saw this combo pic on the reviews and wanted to give it a taste. It was pretty good. A little odd together. The meat was tender and savoury. The crispy spring roll was very good. Luckily the fish clear sauce saved it as the noodles don’t have any flavour to it so you have to dip them in the sauce to get flavour. I would go back but I’d want to try a different dish.“

“Had breakfast with a group of seven. There was a small line when we arrived at 10 am and a longer line after we left at 11:10 am. All of us ordered something different and everything looked so good. Food was fresh, tasty, and portions were huge. Plus food came out rather quickly considering every table was occupied.

Service was excellent. The owner was there talking to customers and helping out. Like he said “this is not a hobby for me.” And it shows. Our server was kind and thoughtful. Someone at our table asked about the sausages and our server brought him one to try. I could write another 2 paragraphs about how good this place is. I will save you the reading just try the place.

Oh and the bathrooms are clean so you know the place is good.“

“I have tried many dishes here and they did not disappoint me ??. If you have not tried them, you can see the photos I took and when you come, you can show them to the waiter and they will recommend special dishes for you. I believe the dishes will not disappoint you. ??

Kid-friendliness: Very good“

“First time placing take out order at Athens Grill this evening. I forgot to ask the women's name who served me. She was awesome, accommodated me for all my needs & even packed my salads separately due to long travel out of town. Both chicken souvlaki & Schwarma chicken were very flavourful. Chicken was better then most bigger name greek houses. Everything was fresh & tasty. Highly recommend as this will now be my go to place for Greek & Lebanese. Thanks again for the amazing food & service.“

“This is really my usual place for at least one evening during any Ottawa stay. I thoroughly enjoyed the visit and if the staff wouldn't have argued about who is on and off the clock and paid attention to ones needs, I would have had another drink.“