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“I wasn’t expecting to be blown away, but this place delivered pure magic. From the first bite, you can taste the love, the tradition, and the confidence in every dish. It felt like someone’s manman cooked for me and told me < chita, manje, ou lakay>.

The pikliz had attitude spicy enough to wake you up, flavorful enough to keep you coming back. Not just heat for heat’s sake, but real Haitian balance.

The rice was perfect. Fluffy, aromatic, and packed with flavor. You can tell they don’t rush the process. This is rice made with pride.

The goat was tender, well‑seasoned, and absolutely worth adding to the order. No dryness, no toughness just pure, delicious tassot.

Everything arrived hot, neatly packed, and smelling like Sunday dinner.

This restaurant doesn’t just serve food it serves culture, comfort, and joy. If you want authentic Haitian flavors that hit straight in the soul, this is the spot. Five stars without hesitation.“

“The food is delicious, very flavourful. The service is excellent. The atmosphere is friendly and cozy. They make you feel at home in this quaint little restaurant. I would highly recommend it to Italian food lovers.“

“Been loyally going here for 25 years brought my kids and many of my friends and family have been introduced to eastview thanks to me and everyone loves it, from fresh slices to shawarmas and more.. small no place to eat there but great food and the brothers are all friendly.“

“Loved the fact the food was tasty, healthy and filling. Flavours are really nice and natural and for those who like

Service was courteous and fast

We had a few dishes and loved every single one of them.

The ambience is really nice and feels like you are having a meal served by family.“

“Oooh so delish. Pick your pleasure.“

“Wowwww Quel belle découverte... Je vous le recommande!!!!“

“On average we get take out from Sula Wok once per week. We love the food and the vibe of the place. (Sula and her gang are also very nice to deal with). I really like the traditional Pad Thai. Recently, Sula asked that I try a slightly new version of the dish (apparently less fishy). Sula asked that I let her know if I liked it or not. While I thought the taste was a little different (maybe not as spicy or “fishy”), I still loved it and will be ordering it again.“

“Pour le meilleur shawarma dans la région de Gatineau, il faut aller chez Marroush. il connaît ses affaires. excellente qualité, bonne portion mais pas cher. Il faut essayer.“

“I am absolutely delighted! Pho Bac is unequivocally the finest and most authentic Oriental Cuisine available in Ottawa. Tucked away, it is a hidden treasure that one truly needs to experience firsthand to fully appreciate the centuries of culinary expertise that have been lovingly passed down. The staff is truly exceptional, ensuring you are wonderfully cared for from the moment you arrive until your departure.

We had the pleasure of enjoying the most flavorful Chicken Pad Thai and the Chicken and Shrimp Pad Thai we've ever had. Today the chef suggested we also try her specialty Pho Bac Special Pork and Shrimp spring rolls, which were absolutely mind-blowing; the flavor combination was unlike anything I've had before. When I said I could have died and gone to heaven, I was serious!

I'll be back next week!“

“Absolutely delicious inventive food, lovely staff and an intimate romantic atmosphere. Endless drink menu with plenty of unique options, all the food was so fresh and had some different flavours you don’t always see and prices are pretty fair for the quality and service. Get the focaccia with brown butter for sure and then honestly you can’t go wrong with anything that sounds good to you! We’ll be back for another date night for sure!“

“Been coming here since I was a kid. Whether you come every week or skip a year or five, the familiar faces always welcoming you back. This makes Louis the best restaurant and the best pizza in Ottawa. Thank you for making it feel like home. Meat lovers, fries and the best gravy in Town.“

“Drinks were more expensive than I expected, but good. Me and my friends were there for only about 3-4 hours but we felt like we were being rushed out towards the end, despite paying and still actively using board games. It wasn’t like we were hogging a table and just chatting.“

“I keep coming back to Montana’s on Merivale for many reasons - the food is consistently tasty (LOVE THE ANTOJITOS), the front of house staff are always welcoming, and the service is top-notch. I specifically request to be seated in Jackie’s section whenever she is working - she is always warm and personable, very hard-working, and attentive even when the restaurant is hopping. This will always be one of my main go-to places!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Great place great food and nice service 🍲😊❤️“

“Had the best time hosting our group party here! The vegan and glutenfree options were fantastic! 🍲“

“Best service good quality“

“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.“

“Highly recommend! I was hesitant at first because I had no idea what the majority of menu items were. I was completely blown away. I am a very picky person, but the menu and how the food was explained in full detail, no matter the question by our incredible waitress was the first sign this is the place to be! A huge thank you to the waitress especially, the staff as a whole and a huge high-five to the chefs for clearly putting your all in to every single menu item. I was fortunate enough to run in to one of the owners and give my nothing short of positive feedback. He was so grateful and humble. Keep it up all! Would recommend to anyone. Will be back!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!!! 💕 🍹🍸“

“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 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Amazing food at good prices! Makes the drive downtown worth it.“

“Absolutely exceptional! I tried the Bank Mushroom pizza, and it was absolutely delicious. I’ve lived in Ottawa for over 10 years, and I can honestly say I’ve never had pizza this good here. Everything was perfect — the sourdough crust, the fresh ingredients, the flavours, and the balance of every topping. You can really taste the quality and care that goes into each pizza. Definitely one of the best pizza experiences I’ve had. Highly recommended! 🍕🔥“

“I love their spring roll and in my honest opinion, it is the best I have ever tasted before. Everybody should try. The ingredients are fresh and there is no greasy after taste. Their spring roll is amazing!!!!!!“

“Visiting Ottawa from England and just wanted a quick snack on a Monday night. This place was near, popped in ordered a Shwarma and got to say one of the best I've had. Very tasty and lucky the people of Ottawa. If you haven't tried get down there!“

“Had a fabulous lunch there while visiting family in Ottawa from Nova Scotia over the holidays. I was wearing a Green Bay Packers hoodie as I do, being a fan and shareholder. One of the two guys serving and running the bar gave me a thumbs up and said they were big Packers fan. The food and service was outstanding, and when the bill was presented to our friend as he requested, he was informed that they weren't going to charge for the coffees for the Packers fans, lol. Simply awesome - highly recommended whether you are a Green Bay Packers fan or not :)“

“Awesome breakfast. Best in Ottawa“

“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.“

“Excellent food and vibe. Perfect date night for me and my wife!“

“love their fries and gravy“

“First time visitor on March 23, to celebrate a friend’s birthday. The restaurant was happily booked up when I tried to make a reservation, so I was only able to secure a table at 5:15pm. I left a little note asking them to keep us in mind if there was a cancellation for a later spot, and they contacted me by email, text, and phone when a later table became available for 6:15pm. Very responsive and friendly staff. Our time at Soif was marvellous. The staff were friendly and extremely professional. Service was relaxed yet very polished. Our server was knowledgeable about the wine and took great care to ensure we were enjoying ourselves. We had a flight of wine to start, followed by a beautiful bottle of white, and a flight of bubbles to end our evening. We shared a half cheese/half charcuterie platter that came with a mountain of crispy and delicious crostini, the latter being refilled without having to ask. Such a small but lovely touch. We also shared roasted Brussels sprouts, frites and aioli, a bison tartare, and grilled radicchio, that were all delicious. They surprised my friend with a little dessert wine and candle to acknowledge her birthday, which was so kind and thoughtful. I have not a single critique. The team here works like a well-oiled machine. No one seemed frantic or rushed. It was a lovely evening. I (we) will definitely be back. Santé!“

“We chose Bier Markt for a first date, and little did we know it would turn into a night we'll never forget. Mikayla was our server, and her kindness and genuine warmth truly touched us. Her incredible attention to detail and heartfelt communication created an atmosphere that felt special beyond words. Honestly, Mikayla’s amazingness was so unforgettable, it even earned me a second date—something I never expected! Our dining experience was nothing short of extraordinary, and I can't wait to come back again soon to relive that magic.“

“I usually order the steak. But the onion rings have been terrible lately. Can you go back to the original way. Or give French's fried onions please.“

“Food is good and service is quick! Only two things I would like different is replace your lettuce from iceberg to romaine. Iceberg just isn’t the best option for Greek salad And the fries are delicious. Yesterday I was there and they were a bit too greasy That’s all“

“Love hitting Koichi on a rainy day or in the colder months. We ordered the vegetarian shoyu broth with tofu and egg noodles, and the curry chicken broth with chicken cutlets. Both delicious - and enough for two meals if you wish 🌟. Service is friendly and efficient. Arigatō 🙇‍♂“

“Thank you Chris for the friendly and great service yesterday, while we celebrated my daughter's graduation from Ottawa U . It was nice to relax and enjoy our delicious food. This is our favorite restaurant.“

“Went with my girlfriends in the evening! Had appetizers and main dish. Delicious and served fresh and warm! The Pad Thai and Pho is excellent! Try the deep fried bananas with a drizzle of honey and topped with crushed peanuts!“

“Great vegetarian and vegan food“

“Along side in the downtown street of ottawa.

If you are craving for wanton soup and dumplings in peanut sauce.

This place is must a try.

It's a bit crowded when we visited last January.

Friendly staff and good food.

What's next?“

“I have been to Shinka several times and I keep bringing new people to share this great experience! Their food is incredible and the atmosphere is really neat with the speak-easy feel. Best sushi I've had by far. I especially love the dragon eye and the spicy scallop :)“

“Great Food and amazing flavours! One of the best Indian restaurants in Ottawa.Loved the Momos and Manchurian.“

“Food was great, and everyone was happy with their orders.

Just the restaurant was very cold inside, and we had to move to a corner that was a little more protected from the cold AC. Also, I’m not sure why, but there were quite a few flies around, which made it difficult to fully enjoy the food.“

“service incroyablement chaleureux gluten free offert & qualité prix impressionnant 👌 avis d'une québécoise un peu perdu parmis tout les restaurants à Ottawa 🥰“

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

“Absolutely phenomenal service, I was so impressed. We came for dinner Sunday night. All the staff went above and beyond in friendliness, super fast service, water always filled, super kind when our kids made a mess at the table and floor, friendly smiles and kind gestures. The kids menu was great, the ramen delicious and we will come again often. Great value for money as well, we all left with our belly’s very full!“