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Duna European Bistro
90/100 (1420 ratings)
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European
Eastern European
Austrian
Vegetarian Friendly
Central European
German
Hungarian
Polish
European
Polish
Eastern European
Central European
German
Hungarian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Salad
Duck
Schnitzel
Perogies
Cucumber Salad
Fast food
European
Eastern European
German
Central European
Polish
Austrian
Hungarian
Seating
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Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"My wife, my father in law and myself were there today to celebrate my father's in law 84 th birthday. We have been welcomed like family. The 2 hosts..."
Alex Rastelli
"The Duna Bistro is a very welcome addition to our little community here in Blackburn Hamlet. The cooking is very tasty, the helpings generous and..."
Ian Dale
"Duna Bistro is a gem! We had been looking for a restaurant in Ottawa that served good German schnitzel and spaetzle. We absolutely found it at Duna...."
Janine Marshall McDuff
"Best schnitzel, spaetzle, pierogies and jaegger sauce I’ve had since leaving Germany 32 years ago! Amazing! Thank you! Highly..."
Gord Smith
"Food and service is always top box at Duna Bistro. Restaurant quality to take out. Makes a great..."
Jeff Woznow
"Who knew Schnitzel could melt in your mouth!!!? Delicious everytime! Fantastic owners. Hoping they don't move too far away from the East..."
Sarah Maroun
"I’ve lived, worked and traveled in Central and Eastern Europe since 1992. The food from Duna is amazingly authentic. If you were to do a blind..."
Pat McDonell
"This was recommended to us by my family who had tried this before. They raved about the quality and size of the portions, as well as the price. We..."
Marc Plante
"What a great place. Tucked in sleepy Blackburn Hamlet, was not expecting this at all. Great food, cheerful couple who run it. Try the scnitzell,..."
Rob Kleins
"Great food. Great people. Sad it's moving. Reasonable..."
Steve Dewar
"Had one of the best schnitzel here. Highly..."
Attila Nemeth
"Excellent food!! Schnitzel and goulash are..."
Justine Hermann
"Delicious food. ABSOLUTELY amazing and tasty!! Please give it a..."
Auramarina Sawyer
"We ordered a meal from Duna last night. Best schnitzel we've ever had. This husband and wife team are cooking up great food. Take the time to drive..."
Danielle Leduc
"I've tried lots of schnitzel and perrogies, but Duna's is the..."
Jean-Charles Plante
"I would give this place 10 stars if I could. Everything about it is perfect. The staff is friendly and helpful. The food was perfect. We had..."
Tiffany Grossauer
"The food is amazing . it was my first time there and it will not be my last. The schnitzel is ridiculously big, it could feed 3 peoples. The..."
Nathalie Lortie
"What a nice dining experience. The hostess/waitress was delightful. Very friendly and welcoming. Delicious menu - made it difficult to choose. All..."
Rose Buettel
"Totally worth the 5 stars! Had schnitzel, goulash, some kind of pasta and Dimsum looking things. Savory, tasty, unique flavors...love..."
First Last
"Being as a German almost a natural connaisseur of Schnitzel and Spätzle, I can only recommend this place. You could truly see that its chef, Paul,..."
Denis Anwar
"Food was amazing! We ordered the schnitzel and it was so delicious. Also, they’re huge! 1 schnitzel can easily feed 2 people. Everything we ordered..."
Ellen Giles
"Loved our meal here. We did take away, they prepared our meal very fast, which was great because the smells in this restaurant made us so hungry! We..."
J W.
"Came here after a recommendation from a friend. Hostess/ waitress was super kind and attended to all my needs. I’ve had the Pirogies, schnitzel..."
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Das Lokal
88/100 (1689 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Central European
European
International
Gluten Free Options
Central European
International
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Waffles
Duck Confit
Waffles & Crepes
Schnitzel
Salad
Scallops
Duck
Risotto
Mussels
Cod
Sit down
International
Central European
European
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Parking Available
Accepts Mastercard
Free off-street parking
Accepts Visa
Highchairs Available
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Full Bar
Live Music
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Brunch
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Mid-range
"The best vegan meal I've had in Ottawa and I've had them all. The chef let me know they could create 2 vegan options. I was very impressed, as many..."
Cyndi Dyan Mayhew
"The braised paprika chicken with potato salad is a must have meal. Apple Strudel for dessert paired with a glass of red wine (Cote Du Rhone)..."
Bridget Larocque
"This place is a gem. I booked the restaurant for a surprise dinner for my girlfriend's 30th birthday and it was amazing. I only have good things to..."
Simon Carisse
"Stumbled upon this gem -- a little off the beaten path but definitely worth the walk down from the market! The food is absolutely amazing; definite..."
Bernie Cruikshank
"First time in in a while. Service was prompt and knowledgeable even when the restaurant and patio filled all at once. It happened to be half off..."
Jamie McConnell
"Had our brunch today here. One of the kind. Food taste very different from other restaurant ..good different .can't wait to go again. I recommend to..."
Mika Franovic
"Great service and wonderful meal! From Bratwurst to sauerkraut, from paprika chicken to rosti with dill sauce...tasty and delicious. The Crème..."
Leslie Haley Zarzour
"The food, ambiance, cocktails and staff were fabulous! I had the steak and my daughter had the lamb - both cooked to perfection! Can’t wait to go..."
Francine Pantalone
"Très belle expérience! La nourriture est excellente et l'ambiance avec le "piano man" est parfaite pour passer une belle soirée en amoureux ou..."
Ingrid Ébacher
"The food, service and atmosphere was top notch! The meals were authentically homemade style and cooked to perfection! If you are looking for a..."
Peter Nass
"Accueil très chaleureux, service bilingue de grande qualité et la nourriture est excellente. Dégustation de vin mémorable hier..."
Denis Cousineau
"Visiting Ottowa with husband, his two brothers and their wives. Had brunch in Das Lokal and absolutely loved it. The meal was delicious and the..."
Lorna Bolland
"My daughter and I had a wonderful relaxing dinner at Das Lokal last evening. Service and food were amazing. Pink Sangria, Charcuterie, Schnitzel,..."
Valerie Jerabek
"Food was incredible. Our server was excellent. I will go..."
Jessika Corbin
"Amazing cocktails and food. We had amazing service as well. Great spot in the..."
Claire Louise
"Really great atmosphere, impeccable service and stellar food and drink. Arctic Char is such a treat and all the flavours and textures were so..."
Cathryn Walter
"A wonderful dining experience! Food and drinks were excellent, service was..."
Eric Owen
"Loved the setup and atmosphere. There was a pianist playing on Thursday evening (not sure if this is always the case). I had the scallops appetizer...."
TanYa
"The atmosphere was very relaxed and the restaurant had great decor. Our server was very knowledgable and friendly. The food was excellent. I had the..."
Allie
"Came here for Brunch yesterday, and I tried their savory board, which was a salad, potatoes, bratwurst, bacon, and a frittata. The salad..."
Jessica Parent
"Returned to Das Lokal and loved it loved it loved it. Spätzle noodles with veal. A delight. Perfection on a plate as we're the desserts. And the..."
Costa
"Today my my spouse and I had the best brunch experience to date at Das Lokal. We ended up their by sheer luck and were so happy we..."
Yazzy
"A small restaurant with an outdoor patio that features a piano. The food, cocktails, and service were all outstanding. It is a great place to get a..."
Stephanie White
"I went to this place not knowing what to expect and at first glance it is very warm and inviting. Beautiful style and nice servers. We were a group..."
Jess T
"I found the restaurant by accident and have fallen in love. It have been there for breakfast lunch and dinner and the food and drinks are..."
Jrog
"If you want to go to a unique restaurant, this is an ideal choice. The menu is really interesting and the decor has this lovely Scandinavian feeling..."
Four Leaf Clover
"Nice atmosphere and decorations. Very friendly and kind waitress. Well presented food but very expensive!!! They also had a pianist which was..."
Alexandramasse23
"Excellent food, nice presentation, and great value, make this one of my favourite ByWard Market restaurants. The German-Scandinavian food and..."
Mark Warburton
"Einfach toll! I had lunch here my last day in Ottawa and was thrilled to stumble across this gem. I had the Schnitzel burger but they were out of..."
Gianni M
"Very delicious food and great service. Waiters were very attentive. They also had a great pianist playing live. I had the baked cod and my husband..."
Anna
"Delicious - I'll be back!. Das Lokal was a real surprise - their attention to flavour combinations was impeccable, and each of their mains were..."
Blinkingbison
"Great Atmosphere and Delicious Food. It was my first time here at Das Lokal and I was not dissapointed. In fact, I was completely blown away. I came..."
PleaseStandUp
"Went there for brunch today (Sunday 10.30 am) loved it. We sat on the patio, cute tables, hedging around the area, we all had different meals, the..."
Karina
"Very good experience at Das Lokal. Went there for a girls dinner a few weeks ago and we had a really tasty dinner! The atmosphere was great and..."
BrittneyY
"Das Lokal is wonderful. The service is friendly, professional and timely. The cocktail menu is fulsome and unique for Ottawa. The food, dinner and..."
Natasha Koshinsky
"Loved it! We will definitely be back :). My friends and I went here last night for some late night drinks/food. We got there late, and the kitchen..."
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"Small menu that needs no apologies. The rabbit was moist and flavourful with so many great savoury ingredients that enhance the taste. The venison..."
Blakenstein
"Best Restaurant Experience we've had in a Long Time!. Who would have thought such an amazing restaurant could exist in a repurposed KFC?..."
RobertB
"Lovely place for Sunday Brunch. Walking in the area after a disappointing and barely eaten meal at Mellos on a Sunday afternoon, we were looking for..."
Bob And Kittie
"Simply great. Das Lokal uses great ingredients, perfectly cooked, in a way that emphasizes but harmonizes each individual flavour. The charcuterie..."
Kim
"Delicious!. Ive been for lunch before and while it was very good i found it to be a little slow. In all fairness it was very busy, since it is new..."
Kathrine S.
"Has Potential. I visited Das Lokal with a group of about 12 on a Friday for a reserved lunch. The place was packed; it has a nice rustic feel but..."
Iluka
"Fabulous!. Just had lunch there & was immensely impressed. We had the flat iron steak, the German Hamburger & the Tomato Tartine with Cream of..."
Eshopperdog
"This place is super cozy and welcoming. The drinks are all creative, and the bartender is very friendly and personable. I had the rabbit and it was..."
Shelly
"LUNCH REVIEW. Saw this place being built over the past few months and had to try it. Went for lunch with co-workers and it was delicious. Had the..."
Hungry87
"The leeks main was amazing. The menu has not yet been updated to reflect the changes made to the dish (no longer stuffed leeks but a rice dish with..."
Fray
"I went to Das Lokal for the first time with my family. It was good food, lovely presentation - but I found that everything took painfully long to..."
K.
"Beautiful design mixing rustic with urban, cosy and intimate. The Cornish hen was perfect with an assortment of vegetables cooked to..."
Anca Tudor
"Great new addition to the Market, Das Lokal is a contemporary but warm take on a German bistro. The owners have completely reinvented the space on..."
Adam Barratt
"Great addition to the area. Anticipation for this new restaurant built over the summer, as we watched the old building morph into a far more..."
RD613
"Great new spot. It's tucked away, just outside of the market. It's sophisticated yet cozy and warm. Reminds me of my travels in France. I love it...."
Isabelle
"Awesome new place just outside of the market. Absolutely delicious food, great service and cool homie vibe !!! Definitely worth checking..."
Ann
"I literally gasped when I walked in the resto. Gone was the dark, dated, European restaurant look of the 60's... and I was suddenly transported into..."
Locomocodef
"A brunch and a lunch at Das Lokal, located near the ByWard market, in Ottawa, Ontario. Great atmosphere, whether you're sitting indoors or outdoors..."
Rob Rish
"Hidden in the deeper side of Byward, there are delicious foods to be found! Both the BLT and the Black Forest French Toast were very very..."
Michelle Lee
"Such a cozy place for winter. Great environment and friendly staff! The Black Forest French Toast is my favorite! Ploughman’s breakfast is very..."
Jiadi Wu
"Their weekend brunch menu is excellent, with many vegan options. I had the sourdough BLT made vegan - using 2 beyond meat patties and vegan mayo. The..."
Xena Wang
"I am always impressed every time I go to Das Lokal! I am gluten free vegan and I am never left with just a salad here like at many restaurants......"
Becky Dahl
"A go to. Consistently the best eggs benedicts I have had. Super fresh ingredients, been here probably 8 times for brunch, we bring friends from out..."
Caelan Mitchell
"I've been for brunch twice and it is delicious. The wait staff are so nice and really do such a great job. The setting is a great place to catch up..."
a. foourtoes
"BEST SCHNITZEL IN OTTAWA!!! Food is fantastic and as far as I know much of the herbs and fruits come from their little garden. The cocktails are..."
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Schnitzel Works
87/100 (966 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Central European
European
German
Central European
German
Breakfast
Lunch
Schnitzel
Pork
Sandwiches
Sit down
German
Central European
European
Seating
Table Service
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"What a gem! Delicious schnitzel sandwiches $13 and platters $21. The sandwiches are so huge they should be shared. The food was delicious..."
Valerie Audette
"Tucked in the industrial park on Cyrville road, you could easily miss Schnitzel Works if you weren’t looking for it. A classic lunch spot, it is..."
The Waffle
"A unique treat. The sandwiches are huge, the shnitzel is double the size of the bun. The service is friendly and the prices are good. I wish that..."
Foodlover
"Best Lunch Ever!. This is one of the East ends best secret. Anytime you go the food is fresh and made with love. The place is clean and the staff..."
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"Great. Lots of food for a cheap price. Love this place, just wish it were open on..."
Shoeless
"Great Food!. Really good food and quick service. I'm a big eater and the schnitzel there is huge!Do yourself a favor, try the Borsh Soup. It's..."
Scott
"Incredible. Schnitzel Works is absolutely going to be our new Saturday breakfast/lunch destination. This morning was the second time we've been and..."
Poe
"The the main idea behind this restaurant is pork schnitzels on a kaiser bun. They do have a small selection of other dishes but if you are going here..."
Vikkoka
"Chicken schnitzel club is unbelievably delish! Really, it just can't get any better than..."
Tasha
"Had the pork Gypsy Platter. Got it with Spätzle. First of all...Jayzus! That was BIG! The schnitzel tasted great with the cheese and fried onions. I..."
Oliver Foulkes
"One of the best Schnitzel spots in town!!! Loved the quality and portion size of the schnitzels! They tasted incredible, and really loved the variety..."
Lisa
"I had the Canadian chicken Schnitzel with onion rings and it was delicious. Large portion as you can tell on the picture, and a large piece of..."
Mathias Rousseau
"Been here many times. Always amazing food! Tried the Mexican, the Greek and now the Australian pork schnitzel (my new..."
James Beland
"Yummy spot for lunch! It was our first time having schnitzel so I can't really compare it to anything else but the portions were large and it tasted..."
Gabrielle Tayag
"The best Schnitzel in town. Taste delicious and super fresh, made at order. Owner is super friendly and you can see that they care about their..."
Mauricio Vasquez
"I had the gypsy Schnitzel. Large portion and super..."
Aura
"Don’t assume the serving size of the schnitzel is making up for something lacking elsewhere. It’s absolutely delicious. Just grabbed an Austrian..."
Tayler Rodgers