TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in Ottawa - Updated November 2024

"The food was delicious, fast, generous and well priced. A variety of actually hot sauces which made me break out into sweats. Lots of cheese and meat..."

Rabbitstew45

"This, along with bottega, are definitely the gems of Ottawa. Inexpensive ($10 for a full burrito, $7 for a full salad), great portions, and amazing..."

Sneha Dobriyal

"Best service there is in Ottawa. Best burrito you'll find anywhere. 10/10. 100% recommend to anyone visiting Ottawa or that lives here. They have the..."

Preston McInnis

"Reasonably priced and flavourful authentic food. Loved the variety of hot sauces available too. Definitely lived up to the hype and I will go back. ..."

Melissa M

"Fantastic and quick Mexican food in the market. There isn't much seating, but we took ours to eat in nearby Major Hill's Park and it was..."

Donna Keranen

"Great spot with limited seating for street-style tacos, burritos and nachos. Wonderful fresh ingredients and authentic flavours. Only a few tables..."

Dan Cammaert

"Very friendly service and great food. I had a burrito which had quite a unique flavor, very authentic. The atmosphere was very fun and made for a..."

Carolyn Wang

"Made to order delicious authentic Mexican food in the heart of the ByWard Market. Always on top of my list when looking for a quick satisfying bite..."

Marie-Eve Giguère

"Absolutely delicious. So delicious I'm writing this review right after I ate. I have been craving REAL Mexican, basic tacos for what seems like a..."

Eating Canada

"Nice and cheap Mexican food. The small cut restaurant is in center area of byward market. Very good place to get back warm and eat spicy in cold..."

Guangqi Zhou

"This place is a quirky little place inside the Byward market square. Small and cozy. We came here for a quick pre dinner bite on a Saturday..."

Kiki

"I love this place. I eat here so often that reviewing it is kinda silly. Anyway, I've eaten almost everything on the menu and have yet to be..."

Geskalney

"Everything about this place makes you want to fall in love. Very friendly, courteous and kind staff. Amazing and authentic food. Small and charming..."

Bacon

"A little confusing -- small place, the menu is on a blackboard that doesn't face the doorway, and it's not clear where you order... but all was made..."

BonVivant

"Best Mexican food in Ottawa! I recommend their tacos, full of authentic flavours! And don't forget to top off your food with one of their many..."

FoodAficionado

"This place is a gem. It came around before the big box burrito joints (which are mostly great too). Part of the byward market building, it is quaint,..."

Eli

"First time in Ottawa and eating here. My husband and I chose the restaurant based on reviews from here and because we love Mexican food. We thought..."

JadenJonas

"Great burritos! They're big and very filling! I got the vegetarian, they actually have a veggie filling which was nice. The jarritos selection is..."

Zoe M

"Although I've been working in the market for four years now, I only just discovered Corazon De Maiz this summer. Their food is delicious, authentic,..."

Lauren

"Great burritos - Delicious, reasonably priced, filling, and sizeable. This place is mostly a takeout counter with a little bit of seating. It is not..."

Ott Snacker

"This place just makes me happy. The food is fresh and tastes great, the people working there are always smiling and very friendly... highly..."

La Fra

"This is a favourite spot for me. Came back after a few months and had the chicken burrito with a Mexican fruity drink. My lunch companion had the..."

Samantha Singh

"AMAZING. Tried this out on a whim, and it was amazing! Flavors were absolutely delicious, and the service was efficient even though it was..."

Facebook User

"Good Eats. Delicious, well-made burritos. Helpful, cheerful staff. I am happy we stopped here. Small eating area, but cozy. Delicious! Eat some lunch..."

Guse.brynn

"By Far Best Burrito Spot in Ottawa. This place is run by a latino couple-- very friendly people, and great atmosphere. The food there is delicious,..."

Synchro08

"I find myself daydreaming about their beef burritos on a regular basis and don't mind driving across the city to get one - this is Mexican food at..."

Darcy Ujjainwalla

"Delicious and amazing food! Not only that but people who serves you are the best! Thanks Corazon De Maiz for letting us enjoy your delicious hand..."

Zara Nava

"Best Burrito in Town. You think you know what good Mexican food tastes like, but all that will go out the window once you've tried anything from..."

Alisha Ding

"Quesadilla. I had vegeterian quesadilla and it was amazing. it was my first time ever trying the mexican food. their guacamole was the best. i..."

Veronica

"Lovely!. What a lovely surprise given it is a little kiosk in the middle of the market. With an abundance of restaurants to compete this little..."

Linda

"Byward Market Gem. I've tried a most of the mexican/tex-mex restaurants in the market, and this is by far the best. The meats are all very flavourful..."

Foret4513

"Friendly Service and Good Food. Yesterday was my first visit to this place, and I will definitely come back soon. I also had my first burrito at this..."

Belsafoodie

"Food and service here is great. I love that you get greeted with Hola when you walk in and their soft tacos are delicious and reasonably priced. I..."

JohnG78

"Healthy food, fresh, nice service! I just love..."

Laura Ospina

"I had the quesadilla and it was yummy! The portion was large and it was stuffed full! The staff was really friendly..."

Emma Is Hungry

"Wow!! These guys and their food are the real deal. (Not like the sketchy sushi bar across the hall!) That's refreshing because in general, Byward..."

Nards

"Extraodinary food, always fresh. The service is good and fast. I recommand this place to everyone! Thanks' and keep up the good..."

Patvaive21

"Best mexican in ottawa. Been here many times, and have brought new people almost every time. I've never been disappointed. I always go for the..."

Gb

"I liove this place. The owners are friendly and the food is made to order. The tortilla soup is amazing and the tacos delish. My fav is the pork with..."

Catherine Power

"The best of the best. I eat at Corazon at least once a week now. I usually get the beef burrito which is hands down the best burrito in Ottawa. The..."

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John Jardine

"Best Mexican food I've had!. Everything is fresh, the portions are large and reasonably priced, and the staff are friendly and helpful - one of my..."

Amazingness

"EPIC!!!. So I read the reviews about this place and figured I'd try it out, as I've walked by many times and saw the huge lineup of hungry people..."

Tyler Robertson

"Great food if you want to get something quick in the market! Friendly staff and quality..."

JamesFood613

"AMAZING FOOD!!!. My husband and I decided to try this place some time this past winter 2012/13. We have been back every week at least once a..."

Aynsley

"Excellent burritos. Good portion size and very good price. Taste homemade. Actually better than Chipoltes from the US. Will definitely..."

Rock

"Please never leave me. Corazon De Maiz is in the Byward Market building and replaced my favorite schnitzel place. The schnitzel place was authentic..."

Yum

"Amazing Latin food. First time I went, I became hooked! Ate lunch there 3 days in a row. Totally loved this place. Best in the byward market!..."

Sereena Kassim

"Can't wait to return!. Visited for the first time yesterday for a delicious lunch with my cousin. We had the chicken burrito and the 3 soft tacos..."

Av

"Delicious Food. Tried the nachos and beef burrito. Very flavourful, guac included. Variety of hot sauces. Staff are very friendly.Very..."

Meshwerk

"Great food, nice people!. Food is always delicious, no matter what you order. I am partial to the beef burrito. The staff is extremely nice and you..."

Joe C

"Great Mexican Food. The staff are friendly and awesome, the food is unbelievable and they have some fantastic house sauces. I'd eat there everyday if..."

Jordan

"Great food and very friendly owners who will recognize you and thank you for returning. Not many places to sit but you can just take the food home...."

Cars.and.food

"Absolutely fantastic every time. Home made with care. The owners and staff are very very friendly. Best in Ottawa for..."

Samwise

"Friendly owners, fresh, simple, delicious food. Be sure to try the hot..."

Dagsix

"Excellent and authentic. Great choice of sauces. Grab the table for four near the garage door. Sun shines in and you feel like your in..."

Pbeer

"Fresh and flavorful... I always get the burrito very..."

Frank

"My favorite!!!!. I LOVE this place. It's very authentic. Between my husband and myself we have tried nearly everything on the menu. The Garlic..."

Corinna

"I love this place! Tacos are amazing. All are excellent but fave by far is the beef. Tortilla soup is delicious too. Service couldn't be better. The..."

Amacfarl

"I've been to this place a couple of times, and the food has been amazing everytime. The quesadillas are just delicious. Everything is made on site,..."

Maggie

"To say I like this place is an understatement ! Best ever! Fresh out of the kitchen. Amazing pork..."

Kris

"The best Taco's in town. An absolute MUST if you are in the market and in the mood for Mexican. I have never had such friendly..."

DWG

"Tiny place to eat tasty food. This is a tiny open-air hole-in-the-wall with small tables... but the food is delicious. Taco soup had a good kick to..."

William Seward

"Best Mexican food in Canada?. I never realized that Mexican food could be so incredible, I didn't enjoy a meal out so much in a very long time, I..."

Yucko

"YES!. Incredibly warm and friendly service. I got three soft shell tacos for $8 and was guided by the servers the whole way through. The tacos are an..."

D.R.

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Natasha Roux

"Fresh, delicious and inexpensive. Loved it. Their house sauces are way too mild for my liking but tasty; perhaps the owner can get some hot poison..."

Mr. Casual

"Finally an awesome burrito in ottawa!. I've waited my entire life for a solid burrito place to open in this city. the wait is finally over! the beef..."

Tyler Levitan

"This place was suggested by some locals and I tried the chicken borrito. It was brilliant and fresh. The couple working there were fast and..."

John

"My favourite lunch spot!. This has been a staple lunch spot for myself and my co-workers since it has opened. Great value for what you get,..."

Bowzy

"Taco Heaven. The Corazon de Maiz is a great place to grab lunch. Close your eyes and you will know that you are eating authentic tacos and amaizing..."

Mary

"Bland, tasteless salsa???? not sure what thomas d is talking about.... they have at least 4 or 5 options for different sauces, my fave, the garlic..."

Jmjrnr

"Located in the heart of ByWard Market, this is the place to go for tasty and authentic Mexican food.The meal started with a tortilla soup - crunchy..."

Montreal Food Pictures

"I am already planning on many return visits - yes, it's worth the drive from my way west end..."

Jojo

"I had heard some buzz about the excellent quality Mexican food at Corazon De Maiz ( 55 Byward Market Square, Ottawa ). There was even an a CTV..."

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