The Bowman Burger is by far the best burger I’ve ever had. And their service cannot be topped. I am on a strict gluten-free diet, and the staff went out of their way to ensure my food was not contaminated in any way. Can’t wait to go back!
Great staff, owner Peter real hands on, great mix of customers, young family with babes, locals, professionals, hipsters, you name it they are there. Tried most of the menu as I'm in the hood, never disappointed. Last night we had fish & chips, burgers, great, big portions, (15.00 pitcher Thursday night special). Prices not cheap, but worth it as portions, quality, atmosphere, staff are great😁
I've only tried the Nachos and Bread Pudding so far but both were very tasty. The Bread Pudding was nice and almost crispy on the outside while still being gooey and moist on the inside. I'm not a bread pudding expert but I certainly enjoyed it. The Nachos were the standout though. These are the best Nachos I've had in Ottawa and I've had my fair share over the years. The steak chili on top of the Nachos make them stand out from anywhere else and I highly recommend them as a result. Other than that the service was great and the bill was reasonable.
A little hidden gem in this part of town!! I was looking for a place to go with my boyfriend and his mom and let's just say the restaurant scene in this part of Ottawa is a little lackluster. After some research, we ended up at Bowman's and it was just what we were looking for. I had the pork belly clubhouse and it was delicious! Not your average club sandwich. Everything else I saw come out of the kitchen looked amazing too. The staff was super friendly and helpful and the vibe/ambience was comfortable, bright and laid back. I would easily recommend this restaurant to anyone.
Great vibe! Comfortable, friendly. Server/bar tender Mike was super attentive with no change of demeanour and service when the restaurant went from 3 clients to 30+. Really tasty fish tacos. Loved the seasonal beer and good fries to go with.
This has become my new favourite local go-to!
Great food that lives up to the gourmet description on the menu! Fresh and tasty food made with loving care. Great atmosphere and staff too!
I've seen some people on here complain about petty things like the size of the bathroom so I had to comment and let everyone know that yes, the bathroom is small. But does that really reflect on the quality of the restaurant??? No!! The owner Peter is an amazing guy and the place will not disappoint. The decor is warm and welcoming, the food is homey and delicious, and the drinks are great. I've never been disappointed with this place and you won't be either, trust me!
Love this place. A menu that is changed up just enough that we keep coming back to see what has changed, while hoping our favourites have not been retired. Great beers on tap (quite a few local beers), great service and atmosphere.
Great experience. I dined at Bowman's with my family this Sunday night and it was truly exceptional. The fishes and chips were really unique, presented as a paper bag of multiple fishes with shoestring fries. My husband had the chicken & waffles with apple slaw and the mix of sweet and heat was perfection. The serving was also quite large. Our table found the craft beer selection interesting and most of us drank. None of us had room for dessert, but all of the options sounded fantastic and would have been "made from scratch". Next time! I hope this place stays open as it is quickly becoming a personal favourite.
Little Gem in the City. I came across Bowmans on a Tuesday night, which happens to be Trivia night. I was greeted by it's friendly owner Peter West. on my first visit, I only tried a couple of the exceptional local brews they keep on tap.
On my second visit I tried some of the delectable food, that the restaurant has to offer. I was a great combination of pub food taken to another level. I had a pork-belly and chicken club sandwich and an order of chicken wings(all delicious), my girlfriend had pickele chips and an order of the vegetarian spring rolls. Everything was fresh, crispy and the plate presentation for incredible.
The atmosphere was amazing. Everyone seems very laidback the staff was friendly, courteous and paid attention to detail. Two TVs at the bar always playing sports, gives the restaurant a fantastic laid back feel.
I highly recommend this place to anyone in the city. You will fall in love with this place and want toncome back as often as possible.
Best new spot in Carlington!. Bowman's Bar and Grill is the hottest new spot in the Carlington neighborhood. Whether we've gone for lunch, dinner or just drinks it has been a great experience. Peter the owner is very welcoming and we are always running into our neighbours there. The Ashton Brewing Company Sessions is our favorite craft brew on tap. The dinners are excellent and the atmosphere and plating make it a fine dining, romantic spot. My partner and I enjoyed a great Valentine's dinner there. They were very busy that night, but service was still excellent. We ended up running into neighbors and put our table's together. Between us we enjoyed a Bowman's Burger, strip-loin, the fish dish, as well as wines and craft beer selections. It was a memorable night. The only thing that could be better about Bowman's is a patio. We hope they are able to add one this season!
The food was amazing! They used really nice and fresh ingredients and the food hot when it arrived to the table. The waiter was very pleasant and personable - He was the owner and was very interested in keeping his customers happy. The atmosphere was cool as well - much nicer than your average pub. The prices were on par with other pubs. We will for sure be coming back...soon!
Texas Chili (in a bowl or as a nacho topping) is a delicious as I remember (from the before times).
Decent selection of craft beer, and just a nice friendly place for dinner and drinks.
Friendly service and really well made chicken and waffles. My wife and I were craving some and it really hit the spot. The chicken was very juicy, and perfectly fried. I believe the waffles had some green onions or something in them as well and were also great. I would have liked a little extra spiced maple syrup to add on the side but still very worth the visit!
I’ve been going to Bowman’s for about 8 years now, and it’s always excellent! My parents got the burger and fish and chips, which they really enjoyed. I ordered the vegan tacos and the chips and guacamole, which were delicious. Mike is also such a friendly and great server! He checked on us often and kept our drinks full. Big thanks!!!
Stopped by Bowman's on our way to a show in Ottawa. We've never been in the area, and from the reviews, it sounded like a good place to grab a bite.
Loved the food, loved the beer selection, and our waiter was very friendly and made sure our experience was excellent. I highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area!
This place really gives off hometown bar & grill vibes, despite being located on Carling. The atmosphere was really welcoming and chill, our server even more so. I got the fish tacos, which were delicious, and my dining partner got the chicken sandwich & a poutine. He said the chicken sandwich was more coleslaw than chicken, but we both enjoyed the poutine. Their gravy was creamier than your normal beef-based brown gravy, definitely a nice change.
Grabbed lunch here and got the burger special, with potato salad. Top notch, delicious and filling!
Love that it comes with little deep fried pickles on top(I ate one before I took this photo).
Best nachos, good beer selection, best service- you can’t go wrong!! Staff are super friendly and go above and beyond to make sure you’ve had a great experience.
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