Signature restaurant
Did you know that the North American headquarters of the famous Cordon Bleu cooking school is located in Ottawa? Even better, there is an on-site restaurant! Executive Chef Yannick Anton creates unique flavors by applying classic French techniques to local ingredients. The ambiance here is perfect for a romantic meal: a charming 1877 historic mansion nestled in a leafy community in the southeast downtown area.
Beckta Dining & Wine Bar
With a four-diamond CAA award, it is hailed as one of the best restaurants in the city. The hotel is located in a renovated historic building on Elgin Street, where you can enjoy unforgettable cuisine in an elegant dining room or taste selected wines in a cozy wine bar. You won't forget the fresh flavors and impeccable service!
This is a fun sister restaurant located in the vibrant ByWard Market community. It specializes in incredibly delicious small plates that you may or may not want to share. Look for a seat at the upstairs kitchen bar and watch the chefs work their magic in the tiny open space.
Although Gezellig is the most casual among the Beckta restaurant family, it is equally impressive. Located in the trendy Westboro area of downtown west, its modern menu is designed for loyal neighborhood patrons. Gezellig is a fitting name: it means Dutch joy and a cozy atmosphere.
The first one, El Camino, opened on the bustling Elgin Street and quickly became popular. The second location opened near the ByWard Market. The trendy and relaxed restaurant serves Mexican cuisine with bold flavors. At the original location, taco lovers line up at the convenient takeout window, perfect for late-night cravings.
The Power Duo opened the adjacent Datsun next to the original El Camino. Sitting in a relaxed and stylish space, they ordered some Asian-style small plates. They tried sticky buns, delicious ramen or tasty dumplings.
Located near Parliament Hill on Sparks Street, the grand neoclassical space inside the former bank building will remind you of the trendiest Manhattan restaurants. Enjoy the perfect atmosphere for exquisite cocktails and local cuisine.
Feast + Revel
The signature restaurant at Andaz Hotel features an all-day coffee bar and offers stunning views of the ByWard Market. Inspired by the surroundings, Feast + Revel restaurant offers takeout options and a menu that highlights Canadian cuisine and locally sourced, organic, hormone-free, and sustainable ingredients.
e18hteen Restaurant
Luxurious restaurant e18hteen, located in a historic building near ByWard Market, holds a CAA Four Diamond rating. Its seasonal menu features modern French cuisine crafted with locally sourced ingredients. High ceilings and rustic exposed stone walls create a contemporary ambiance. A stylish space to share an unforgettable meal with someone special!
Side door
Sidedoor offers dishes with Southeast Asian street food flavors, with an unexpected twist of Mexican flair. Try the charcoal-grilled pork belly tacos or crispy maple tofu, and save room for the mini donut rolls. You won't regret it!
The studio located near Little Italy in Ottawa is a dream destination for food enthusiasts. The tasting menu features multiple dishes prepared with cutting-edge cooking techniques, including molecular gastronomy. Each dish is Instagram-worthy and deserving of praise. Innovative chef/owner Marc Lepine is the first chef to have won gold twice in the Canadian Culinary Championships!
As a diverse capital of the world, Ottawa has many acclaimed ethnic restaurants. Fairouz is one of the newly introduced establishments, serving upscale Middle Eastern cuisine in a renovated luxury home in Centretown. Chef Walid El-Tawel offers delicious dishes for you. If you're a frequent customer of popular shawarma and salad sandwich shops in Ottawa, be sure to try Fairouz!
