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North And Navy
91/100 (2596 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Polenta
Tiramisu
Beef
Meatballs
Octopus
Quail
Eggplant
Pesto
Pasta
Fish
Salad
Pork
Duck
Antipasti
Risotto
Tuna
Salmon
Cod
Sit down
Canadian
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Fine Dining
"The food was amazing! We loved every bite... From the tasting items to the apps, to our main courses and desserts, there was nothing we didn't enjoy...."
Sarah Midea
"Well, what can we say in words that would sum up what a great experience we had there! ? We had Charles look after us and he was amazing....you never..."
Claude D Brown
"Loved the delicious food and the classy atmosphere. I dropped in early on a Saturday, visiting from out of town with no reservation, and the Maître..."
Kathleen Vaughan
"Excellent service delicious food! Wonderful place to go. Definitely..."
Ann McWade
"The best spot in Ottawa for people watching. Sexy, fun, cool & diverse. You'll forget about your phone and end up sipping Tom Collins mingling in the..."
Samantha Dumas
"Wonderful experience. Best calamari I have ever had! Liked the private little room we got for my birthday celebration. Atmospheric and delightful..."
Sonja Lishchynski
"Amazing service, food to die for and an eclectic decor that any decor nerd lover will..."
Wren Silverii
"What a fantastic restaurant. We were looking for a place to replace our favorite restaurant in Montreal (Nora Grey) with now that we've relocated to..."
Spike Lyne
"Fantastic aesthetic, excellent food, great wine, good service, decent cocktails. Definitely on my list of places in Ottawa to frequent in the..."
Walter Gamblin
"Excellent service and amazing food. Highly..."
Shannon Bruckshaw
"The bar, at the back of the restaurant, is fantastic! Awesome service and drinks even better! This experience turned our regular night into a special..."
Karmen Knezevic
"Great food and service! Loved it - first time visitor and very..."
Kimberley Blease
"Fantastic evening at North and Navy! Outstanding dinner and exceptional service! From the moment we walked in we were captivated from the decor ,..."
Colleen Morash
"My boyfriend and I went here on Thursday night. Everything we had was REALLY good. The seared eggplant with house yogurt was delicious as was the..."
Alexandra Yue
"THE place to go for a perfect and special..."
Dominique Villemaire
"Food was excellent, service was top notch, atmosphere was warm and classy and no attention to detail is lacking. As all of our friends know: Nothing..."
Robert Denis
"Had dinner here with a friend last September and had the best time. The food was delicious (The carpaccio and the halibut in particular were..."
Adrián Pérez Ara
"Favourite restaurant in Ottawa. The food and the service are a top tier experience. You get the quality of fine dining in the food, drink and service..."
Alannah Link
"The most beautiful room in Ottawa. First class service, wine list, and the menu is beyond. Homemade pasta that tastes like your Nonna made it. The..."
K C
"North & Navy is our go to restaurant for special occasions or date nights out. The food is 10/10, the service is amazing, and the atmosphere is..."
Cameron C
"Lovely experience - we went for an anniversary and could not have been happier with the food, atmosphere, decor, or the service. I love fresh pasta..."
Lynn Hornby
"Consistently one of the best restaurants in Ottawa, NoNa can do it all - casual on Sundays, high-end (but still approachable) every other day of the..."
Murray Wong
"Simply put, North & Navy is amazing. The ambiance, service, and food make it one of my favourite places in Ottawa. The incredible attention to detail..."
Allyson Fraser
"We just moved to Centretown a few months ago and we were lucky enough to actually move 2 min. walk away from North & Navy 😍 First experience there..."
Gabrielle Case
Play Food & Wine
87/100 (4219 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Wine Bar
Vegan Options
Canadian
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Cheesecake
Shrimp
Lamb
Tapas
Beef
Pesto
Fish
Cod
Pork
Pasta
Bass
Salad
Confit
Scallops
Octopus
Duck
Cheesecakes
Prosciutto
Risotto
Hanger steak
Mussels
Tempura
Steak Frites
Quail
Tuna
Salmon
Halloumi
Sit down
Canadian
Wine Bar
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I cannot say enough about the experience my husband and I had at Play. We ordered the charcuterie plate (to die for), three of the savoury dishes..."
Jennifer Mooney
"Delicious food and excellent service. La white chocolate crème brûlée est divine. L’halloumi grillé est to die for. Will come..."
Amelie DuPerron
"Excellent place to have a romantic diner. If you are like me and enjoy fine dine and wine with excellent service this is the place to go. The food is..."
Maria Christina
"Play never disappoints. The menu is excellent and is always presented perfectly. The wait staff is knowledgeable and ready to recommend dishes if you..."
Emely Sprackett
"We go to Play fairly often. It's our go to for my hubby and I on date night and now lunch. The food was so flavorful and even after so many times..."
Mélanie Provencher - Perso
"Then food, the wine, the service...all excellent. A great atmosphere comnplements the menu. I highly recommend this..."
Denis de Laviolette
"Stellar service, excellent food, reasonable prices. It's a treat to eat here! I highly recommend..."
Katie Edwards
"waiter was very informative, food was great and most of all the wine and company were on..."
Stef Glandon
"This is a must eat stop whenever we are in Ottawa. Food is delicious. The combination of flavours is perfect. Not your standard fair. The staff are..."
Marty Ycas
"Great spot- certainly will return anytime I'm in Ottawa! Fantastic wine list and the staff was almost as great! Check it..."
Ashley Marriott
"Dinner last night was amazing! We had the wine pairing with every plate and our server Veronica was outstanding and very personable. I would add Play..."
Kathy Aldridge
"Hands down one of the best restaurants in the byward market. Great food, staff and management...."
Kevin Nesbitt
"La nourriture est originale et pleine de saveur. La taille des plats permets de goûter à plusieurs recettes. Quant à la carte des vins... il y a..."
Laurence Largenté
"If you are into sharing and like to try a little variety or something different for a change, this is an awesome place! Great food, great service,..."
Cinderella Tiqui-Sandhu
"Friendly and knowledgeable staff... made us feel right at home. The food is delicious and the wine pairing suggestions perfect! We had a very..."
Nadia Martelluzzi Almeida
"Amazing experience, would definitely come back. The scallops were cooked to perfection. The pork belly salad was to die for, my favourite dish. The..."
Liam Curran
"Amazing Valentines dinner experience with phenomenal service and tasty dishes. My absolute favourite was the gnocchi it was so flavourful and tender...."
Annie
"A magical experience after such a long time of social distancing for our Dream Team! Jocelyne arranged every covid-safe detail along with an..."
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"Modern small plates restaurant in the heart of byward market. Great for a fancy meal and great for big groups as well. Made a reservation online for..."
Audrey T
"Just had the most lovely Valentines dinner with my Girlfriend here! Brandon was a fantastic server, very knowledgeable about the wine and dishes..."
Y’alls Halls
"Highly recommend this restaurant. Their sauces and food quality are so delicious, it's worth it. We tried the Parisian gnocchi, rainbow trout,..."
Karen L
"Unquestionably one of the best meals I've had in years. The balance of flavors and textures was crafted to perfection. The chef is clearly elite..."
Brandon Taylor Charpied
"DING DONG! Olivia was amazing! We had four starters with pairing wines. Amazing experience! Delicious food and wines. Especially the chocolate bomb..."
Michel Desjardins
Gezellig
86/100 (2689 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Canadian
Vegan Options
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Cheesecakes
Ice Cream
Chowder
Gelato
Cheesecake
Shrimp
Creme Brulee
Crème Brulée
Pork Loin
Fish & Chips
Beef
Fish & chips
Steak Tartare
Cod
Quail
Halibut
Ribs
Halloumi
Pasta
Salad
Polenta
Cakes
Scallops
Eggs Benedict
Lamb
Duck
Toasts
Pesto
Risotto
Duck Confit
Fish
Mussels
Confit
Pork
Tuna
Salmon
Octopus
Sit down
Canadian
BYOB
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Dinner
Brunch
Fine Dining
"We went there for dinner to celebrate my wife's birthday. From the blanc sparkling wine, to the entrees (mussels in green sauce and corn chowder),..."
Wilson Murillo-Omuku
"Westboro Village’s Gezellig, the third installment to the Stephen Beckta restaurant franchise, opened in 2012 in a building that once saw service..."
Mary Fee
"Had the most amazing dinner with girlfriends here tonight. There were five of us and we are not the quietest - the friend who made the reservation..."
Allison McCaskill
"Great restaurant. Some of the most genuine, friendly staff I've ever met, and wonderful food. When I sat down, the waiter had remembered me from..."
Bryant McNamara
"Ah Gezellig's (restaurant)!!! Both Shea and I had the beef tartare and the Gezellig salad for lunch today -each and every bite truly a joy... At the..."
Michael Sarazin
""you couldn't describe this restaurant in one sentence!" Gezellig is definitely worth a visit!! The food was absolutely gorgeous, the staff was all..."
Ravit Moshe
"Best restaurant in westboro! Amazing food and wine pairings. Staff is always friendly and courteous. I recommend..."
Austin Bell
"Thank you so much to staff at Gezellig for an amazing anniversary dinner last night. The service was prompt and unobtrusive, the food was outstanding..."
Leanna Joslin
"We were there for my and my friends birthday celebration on Friday the 13th of October. There were 5 of us and I am Vegan. Well I have to say that..."
Sheila Lafleur
"Awesome place. We love to go there. We were there tonight. Mike was our server. He is the best. We go once every two months. Never a disappointment...."
Paco Gutierrez Fernandez
"Love love love this restaurant! Their brunch/lunch menu 2 dishes for $22 is such a fantastic value and never disappoints. The food, the wine and most..."
Allison Mary Leta
"Super ambiance mais par-dessus tout un menu trop succulent...tout est..."
Christian St-Louis
"I had the most amazing experience on Sunday for brunch. Myself and a group of 15 others were celebrating my wife’s birthday. Our server was so..."
Jeff Mitchell
"I chose Gezellig to celebrate my husband’s birthday with friends and it was great. I made a reservation in advance and they let me know about..."
Monique Moledo
"It was simply perfect! The eggs Benedict were great, full of flavour and as I'm a huge lover of them I would really suggest the mushrooms on toast..."
Inga Schneider
"A great venue for casual fine dining in a fun area. The food was good but quite expensive and could use a few tweaks. The lamb was beautifully cooked..."
Akira
"Beyond impressed with the food and service at Gezellig. Any true foodie at heart will enjoy this amazing experience. Thank you for the wonderful..."
Sylvia Corzato
"To say the staff at Gezellig’s set the new bar in terms of customer service in fine dining would be the understatement of the year. From the..."
Owen Wiseman
"The food, the wine and the service were all incredible! My family loved their meals, particularly the duck Margaret! Would definitely recommend if..."
Camellia Bustard
"The service was excellent. It was our anniversary and we treated to a complimentary glass of bubbly. The atmosphere was nice. Generally was a..."
Randy Harder
Fauna Ottawa
84/100 (1958 ratings)
Restaurants
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Pork
Cod
Swordfish
Halibut
Beef
Ribs
Eggplant
Falafel
Pasta
Octopus
Salad
Tempura
Crab
Quail
Scallops
Duck
Oyster
Lamb
Tuna
Pesto
Salmon
Fish
Sit down
Canadian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Fine Dining
"Had dinner at Fauna last night. Had a bit of a trip up when our online reservations were made for 4 but came into the restaurant for 2. Doug and the..."
Chris Saracino
"I found this place the Canadas100Best website and I reached out to book an evening with a personalized menu with wine pairing. Not only did I get..."
Véro Lafrenière
"Excellent restaurant sur la rue Bank. L’ambiance est agréable et le service impeccable. La cuisine est créative et les plats savoureux. Nous y..."
Andre Rivest
"Whoever comes to Ottawa has to visit FAUNA. It is a full experience that one will never forget. Perfect atmosphere, magnificent food and just simply..."
Emoke Zimmermann
"Went there for lunch with a few other people and we all left very satisfied! Service was friendly and quick and the food was delicious! Would love to..."
Nathalie Bergeron
"First time here for lunch - and it was an impressively reasonably priced meal (dinner can be dear). The lunch burger was as good as a burger can be -..."
Scott Burlington
"Fantastic! Delicious food, wine and amazing service! Will definitely be..."
Allison Mary Leta
"Just finished my wonderful meal tonight!! We had several dishes off the menu and every dish we had was mouth watering and cooked to perfection. We..."
Carol Ann Humeny
"Came here for my fiancé's birthday. Both loved it. Very attentive. I put a little message when I booked that it was his birthday and we had fizz on..."
Sian Toms
"This place is incredible!! Stop by for one of Nile's signature creations!! Super..."
Lindsay Janes
"Went there last night for my birthday... loved the food was very creative, contemporary and an experience Just couldn't identify the Staff 'no dress..."
Diana Boushey
"Everything, and I mean quite literally everything was amazing there. The food. The service. The atmosphere.... I haven’t had food THAT incredible..."
Holly Warner
"Great burgers. Staff was very attentive. You gotta eat..."
Andrew McIntosh
"Having been to Fauna twice now I can see why it's considered one of Canada's top 100 restaurants. While the menu is small, each item is clearly well..."
Caitlin Murphy
"Very interesting "people watching" night spent on the Fauna patio. Absolutely loved the Oysters, wish they would do an Oyster special once a week :)...."
DustinandSam
"Came here for dinner with a friend last night, and got their fried sunchokes, and their Humboldt Squid.The atmosphere was great, the..."
Jessica Parent
"The atmosphere was very rustic and lovely with all the light installations. The host was very polite and welcoming, which was nice. The food was..."
Sebra
"Had a great dinner at the bar as the resto was full. Enjoyed picking just the right wine thanks to knowledgeable staff ! The place was busy and..."
Kim Empey
"A delightful foodie treasure with attentive and knowledgeable wait staff.Enjoyed dinner after work here with a couple of dinner companions...."
Cpjh
"I was so pleased with my experience at Fauna this evening! The ambience was trendy and cozy with a vibe that felt unique at the same time. I was a..."
Michelle
"I brought a close friend of mine here to celebrate their first job after graduating. It was really nice, although I think next time we will sit..."
AaronBoBaron
"Their menu seems to rotate often, but even though it was different from the one shown here it was still equally small and a little bit on the..."
LP
"Great staff, friendly service, and beautiful ambience. Exposed brick walls, large windows overlooking the street...what more could you ask for. Oh,..."
Nucleus Solitarius
"Have been twice in the last 6 months and both times the meals were spectacular.  Interesting and unique flavours, great vibe and exceptional service..."
Leesa
"I try to go to Fauna as often as I can. They never disappoint me. Every plate is designed with interesting flavours and cooked perfectly. It's made..."
Noname
"I can't say enough good things about Fauna. I've eaten here around 2-3 times a month since opening (easily 40+ visits). I have never eaten anything I..."
Mr. Fugu
"Great place for modern fine dining. The portions are small so you can order 2-3 different dishes. The vibe and feel of the restaurant is very..."
Hang T
"This is a great spot. Atmosphere and decor are hip, classy but not pretentious. Food looks and tastes ahhh-mazing. Drinks are creative and executed..."
Sebastian O.
"This restaurant is amazing! I have wanted to go for so long! I went with a friend and we ordered 4 of the starters and a dessert. The service was..."
Rose
"Came here for dinner with a few friends. Tried three dishes and one dessert as well as all of my friend's dishes and everything was exquisite! I had..."
Anya Andrea
"Fauna is my favourite place to eat dinner! The staff are super friendly and the atmosphere is wonderful. The drink menu is superb and their food is..."
Katie Baker
"Review from spring 2015-- kimchi ceaser was actually quite good! My friend& I sat at the bar and had lunch, and both of us were quite pleased with..."
KoalaKouple
"Split the swordfish ceviche, bison tartate, Humboldt squid and the beef short rib. Price is $$$ but the product is 100% quality. A truly great..."
Revolving Apple Pie Display
"We went here on a Wednesday night for my birthday and it was a nice atmosphere. The place was very busy for a week night around dinner time. We..."
Catherina Ph
"Outstanding! Always heard it was one of the best and now can confirm. Details of food are incredible. Taste smell look are all phenomenal. Drinks..."
Costa
"A breathe away from Ottawa's downtown core Fauna is that tucked away gem in a blossoming condo market. I wondered in for drinks after meeting a..."
Dylan Meuser
"I used to live in a condo down the road from Fauna. It became a running joke that it would never open after the "Opening Soon" sign seemed to be up..."
Tracey Zimmer
"Our food was all top-notch--creative, beautiful, and delicious. I think it has improved since our last visit.. these plates are definitely among the..."
Mark Warburton
"When you go to this restaurant, keep in mind that the dishes are VERY small! The waiter said a meal is typically four dishes. There are not many..."
Zoe M
"Fauna (which translates to "the animals of a particular region or habitat") focuses on seasonal, local ingredients...small and large plates, fresh..."
Caroline Dumont
"Totally Amazing food. Veal Croquette. Soft shell crab. Asian greens. Olive plate. Always enough food. Great service. Awesome wine pairing. Really..."
Laura.mg.franzini
"Fauna Food & Bar - Tasty, But ScarceA few weeks ago I had lunch at Fauna Food & Bar. I had the Braised Beef Sandwich which was topped with..."
Tasia Casandra Brown
"Love it!. They deserve all the accolades. Super solid food, great service, nice atmosphere. Every time I've been, the food is consistently excellent...."
Gramcaje
"Carpaccio to die for.... Melt in your mouth, roll your eyes in delight carpaccio. I believe it was bison at the time, went for a friend's birthday..."
Emtowsley
"The main event was. Steak. What a fantastic decadent steak. Black truffle oil and Hollandaise sauce made for a succulent juicy mouthwatering steak...."
Food Baby
"Fawning over Fauna. On an extremely cold Thursday night in February, I went to Fauna for the first time. Attentive staff (special thanks to Eric..."
Kikicontente
"Cocktails!. I've been to this place for lunch, dinner, and just drinks, and I have to say that these guys are really hitting the ball out of the..."
Nana Coppertone
"Amazing food!!!. Fantastic restaurant! That was the best meal we have had in a long time, everything was cooked to perfection, beautifully presented..."
Allison
"Our new favorite place. The music, our waitress (Whitney), the drinks, and especially the food all lived up to our expectations! My..."
StephC
"Great food! Bao bun was awesome. Cocktails were great..."
Alex320
"Quality service. Fantastic service! Very accomodating for food allergies and server was exceptionally friendly. Food was average quality for this..."
Tallfoodie7
"So happy with Fauna. So happy that there is a place like this in Ottawa. It's definitely a vibrant atmosphere that doesn't compromise when it comes..."
CaptainPorkchop
"Incredible all around!. Incredible food, incredible service, and incredible atmosphere! Eight of us, four couples, just tried Fauna for the first..."
Kayvanl
"Friday lunch with friends. Finally went to fauna for lunch with friends yesterday. We sat at the back which enabled us to talk and also enjoy the..."
Steve And Deb
"Great spot. Stopped in with friends during the week for a bite to eat. Service was really friendly and the food was great - small menu but everything..."
Jakespencer165
"We recently had dinner at Fauna and I would have to say it was phenomenal. The atmosphere, the service and the food and drink were all wonderful...."
Brooke Cameron
"Fauna Restaurant on Bank - My Review. I went to fauna about a month ago. I was drawn in by the longtime mystery of what it was to become. For months,..."
Megmarshall96
"This place is excellent. Great food, the best drinks..."
Kimby
"Inventive and worth the wait. We live right round the corner, so we have been watching Fauna come to fruition over the last few years and it is a..."
Sandd
"Amazing. The food was great -but don't bother with the heirloom tomato salad, it was meh- and the service was exceptional. I've forgotten our..."
Bella
"Noisy atmosphere...RESOLVE COMING SOON!. My name is Andre Reeves (Architect at Linebox Studio) and the designer of Fauna. There has been some..."
Andrew Reeves
"Small plates big flavour! Delicious! Good service. Good atmosphere. Will definitely go..."
Kelly
"Best new restaurant in Ottawa! The service, ambiance and food are..."
Bonne Vivante
"Worth the Wait. My family and I dined here a few weeks ago and we were really impressed! We had been waiting to try this restaurant forever and let..."
Sierrarose
"Great food and wonderful service. We ordered a variety of dishes, the exact names escape us (tuna, mushroom inani, tomato, duck, tempura) and..."
Fai235
"For months upon months, a sign read, “coming very slowly”. And every time I passed by it, I always wondered what this spot was going to become...."
Megmarshall96
"My wife and I were excited to go to Fauna, and very comfortable while there. On a warm sunny summer Friday evening, we had a window seat, watching..."
Eugene Lee
"An absolutely superb experience. I took a business associate from out of town here as he is a bit of a foody. Places like this are what is making..."
JEr G
"What a great experience we had at Fauna. Our server was very attentive. The food was very flavourful. We had a ribeye for two. Steak was perfectly..."
Anna V.
"Nice little spot for an intimate/romantic meal, the music is a tad on the loud side though. The restaurant has great ambiance and all of the staff..."
Jodie-Lynn McMullen
"Food was great and service was friendly and fast. 🙂 My partner and I enjoyed a nice night out and each dish was very tasty. We will definitely go..."
Jennifer Brown
"Exceptional food and exceptional service. Came here to celebrate a personal milestone and the restaurant definitely delivered to make the occasion..."
Daniel
"Dishes are unique and very tasty in this place. Flavors are blended beautifully. You can never go wrong with food here. The duck dish is a must try!!..."
Mona B
"Pure class all around! Our server was next level, food was incredible, drinks were delish! Highly recommended! Quite possibly the best dinning..."
Mike Good
Absinthe
83/100 (2796 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
International
Canadian
International
French
Vegan Options
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
European
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Lemon tart
Hamburgers
Pork Cheeks
Crème Brulée
Cod
Lamb
Pesto
Beef
Fish
Pork
Poutine
Pasta
Escargot
Cheese fondue
Salad
Creme Brulee
Scallops
Focaccia
Duck
Hanger steak
Ceviche
Profiteroles
Chocolate mousse
Steak Frites
Steak Tartare
Tuna
Salmon
Quail
Sit down
International
Canadian
French
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Street Parking
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food excellent! Hogan our server was the best 👍 His knowledge of the food & wine was outstanding and he was very professional and personable :)...."
Rhona Smith
"Dinner for 8 at Absinthe last night was so wonderfully memorable. Our server / sommelier, Patrick, was attentive, friendly, and caring. Food was..."
Melanie Chapman
"Great establishment. The atmosphere was nice, if a bit bland, but the music was nice. The staff was great, very attentive, pleasant and helpful. And..."
Meaghan Piccolo
"Excellent food, superior service, our server’s knowledge of food and drink..."
Sherry Stairs MacLeod
"Steak Frites & Beet Salad were awesome!! Out of 6 visits to Ottawa in 2016, this place was the best..."
Michael Champagne
"The service was attentive and friendly, the menu offered wonderful choices, the cocktails perfect, the charcuterie appetizer excellent in..."
Jan Schmidt
"We had a fantastic dinner here tonight to celebrate my husbands birthday. Food was wonderful and the staff were great! Thanks for a lovely evening..."
Lynn Brennan
"Une découverte ce soir et j’ai adoré mon expérience! Bouffe incroyable (le magret de canard était délicieux et le fondant au chocolat...un..."
Geneviève Pineault
"Valentines dinner was amazing. The bread is to die..."
Ryan Germundson
"Nice interior, good staff and excellent food. 3 course lunch meal was..."
Seunghee Lee
"My husband and I went for dinner last night, no reservation. Beef tartare was awesome, Beef Stroganoff the best, salad with the goat cheese was..."
Regan Van Dusen
"Seriously my favourite meal since Paris!! Come hungry, leave happy! Thanks to Pat and your team for the incredible meal and wonderful customer..."
Angie Lamirande
"Excellent de A à Z! J’ai adoré l’ambiance, la bouffe, les cocktails!..."
Joanie Dumais
"SPECTACULAR food and amazing value for $$ the table d'hôte option is unique and super well thought out. Service impeccable. Shout out to Hogan!..."
Laura Pichette
"Patrick continues to work his kitchen magic and produces the same great flavours on his takeout menu that we have come to rely on in these strange..."
Cheryl Coull
"Great restaurant! Food was above all expectations, service was excellent and atmosphere itself was very lively. I just want to emphasis again that..."
Olena Stevenson
"Friday night, my girlfriend and I went to Absinthe for dinner. We were not able to celebrate Valentines Day on the Thursday because of work but I..."
Chris Martella
"One of our favourite restaurants.  The menu isn't extensive but covers all the key areas (vegetarian, beef, fish, pork, pasta...) and seems to..."
Andrew May
"Prepare to not be disappointed. We took out a couple here for their birthday, and oh boy was it a great time. The service was exceptional, our waiter..."
LydiaEatsOttawa
"We were extremely satisfied with everything from the greeting, the service, the food and the special birthday acknowledgement for my aunt. Everything..."
Tracy Rutherford
"Good not great place, that was just missing a few things to make it a top-notch experience. I definitely feel like this place has potential, so I'll..."
Michelle
"Great establishment. The atmosphere was nice, if a bit bland, but the music was nice. The staff was great, very attentive, pleasant and helpful. And..."
Meaghan Piccolo
"A totally wonderful experience! Charming and classy decore, the friendliest and most accommodating service and the food!! Most definitely the..."
Magdalena Gelbert
"The trout in white wine sauce with a lime coriander spice was delightful. Perfectly cooked and presented. Loved the wine and the service was..."
Laura Henderson
"Ideal spot for a business dinner in Ottawa.  The service was attentive, informative, and unique.  Everyone enjoyed their meals, several of our..."
Renae
"Ate here on Saturday night as part of a very large group. The food was fantastic. I had the pork cheek main, and it was perfectly done..."
Kaia
"Absolutely delightful would be my description. The 3 course fondue was fantastic. The chef did tempura vegetables for the vegetarians in our group..."
Facebook User
"Our premiere visit to Absinthe included wonderful, sumptuous cuisine and attentive, polite service in a lovely, subdued atmosphere. Needless to say,..."
Kim Kalen
"I went for lunch yesterday with a friend and everything was superb;the food,the service and the welcoming atmosphere.The serving staff did not even..."
Sharon Mahdi
"Went to Absinthe yesterday afternoon for lunch with friends.  Each of had something different to eat and all of us enjoyed our meal.  I had a lamb..."
Pedro
"My wife and I went here for the first time on our anniversary. Cozy atmosphere, yet open and loud. If you are looking for a quiet place to eat, this..."
Foodie
"Great experience again. Knowledgable staff. Great wine and wonderful food. Wine pairing with the meal was definitely worth choosing the 3 courses..."
Pat Vandoremalen
"Great experience! We went to celebrate our son's engagement and are happy we chose this place. We were greeted with complementary champagne. Each..."
Daniel H
"Just love this place.  Have been multiple times and will return again.  The fresh bread is outstanding, the lemon thyme dressing on the salad is..."
Elizabeth MacLeod
"Stopped in for lunch and were told to try the steak and frites. The food was great and the portions were just right. Service was very good and..."
Robert Giroux
"Steak frites dish was enjoyable but it was definitely cooked more than medium rare. Service was fast, friendly and knowledgeable. My dining..."
MatrixRogue
"We were fortunate to dine at Absinthe this past weekend. It was one of the best meals we have had in a very long time. The tuna carpaccio and the..."
SHB
"I always go for the Cornerstone Burger at Absinthe and it never disappoints. It's $16 during lunch time and $24 (!!!) for dinner. You get a double..."
PickyFoodie
"Great atmosphere, fantastic salad, steak frites done to perfection. The server, Mike-professional, personable and attentive. We have been there a..."
Stephen McDermott
"Absinthe makes the heart grow fondue! :) That's why it was the perfect spot for our Valentine's Day dinner on Monday. Thanks for a fabulous yet..."
Geneviève Lépine
"We were a group of 4 people from Toronto. We drove to Ottawa for the Winterlude and took the opportunity to visit the restaurant. We were unaware..."
MICHEL MENEZES
"We went from Toronto to Ottawa on the weekend to skate on the Rideau canal and to eat meat fondue which is so hard to find in Toronto. So we searched..."
Mariana
"Had a superb dinner this past week, and opted for the three course table d'hote. The quality of the ingredients are nothing short of excellent, with..."
Justin Thiboutot
"Ho this is a wow restaurant the food was so good and tasty and I say very tasty from the porc to the steak and the famous burger/poutine. The..."
Michel
"Service bilingue de grande qualité. Menu inspirant, le contenu des assiettes à surpassé les attentes! Nous avions choisi l'option table d'hôte..."
Marie-Claude April
"My friend and I went for my birthday dinner and it was amazing. The service was great. The food was amazing. I liked that they had a 3 course option..."
Rose
"Nice evening and the food was good and beautifully presented. Quite a busy place but for some reason a bit on the loud side so not ideal for a tête..."
Zita.gervais
"My wife and i visited this place last night and this was a wonderful experience. The experience was excellent, the pres notation and the flavors were..."
Rafic.khalaf
"I have frequented this restaurant numerous times and for great reason! The food has always been stellar...from food to service! Regardless of..."
The Food Tease
"Yes the burger is incredible but be ready for a rich flavourful delight The service is always good and their mains are nice and well balanced...."
Costa
"One of the better restaurants in town, have always thought service was great and was amazingly delicious. Great for a special occasion or a date..."
CaptainPorkchop
"This was a very special day for our Senior Engineer Pat who was retiring the next day.  We had a big crowd 50 people and it accommodated everyone..."
Diane Soucy
"My mom and I came here for dinner (both of our first times) on Mother's Day for dinner. the food was phenomenal, as was the service. we each had the..."
Erin
"Wow...what an evening. My wife and I went to Absinthe last night for our anniversary, and our first date night since our daughter was born. The first..."
Ronlyen1971
"Super Friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening at Absinthe. The food was fantastic as well as the service. Our waiter was very attentive and had a..."
Carol_cameron53
"I was there last night for dinner and the food is amazing. Will definitely be going..."
Nadine Arbuthnot
"Let them feed you and take your money. This place has been a favourite of mine for a few years now. They never disappoint. Two of us went there this..."
Ottary
"Absinthe Review. Had a brilliant meal at Absinthe. The serving staff were great. The atmosphere was fun. The food was loaded with flavour. A great..."
Walkerk
"Really Superb!. A real gem in the city. Loved the food, the staff, and the warm atmosphere. The dining experience was such a treat. Try the Duck, you..."
Kim.marin
"My husband and I went to Absinthe for the first time and for my birthday... and we were SO pleased that we did! The staff was so kind - they treated..."
Tamarpalandjian
"Warm Dark Chocolate Fondant. Delicious and great Canadian..."
Heather Badenoch
"Damn That Poutine Is Good!. I have been here twice with the intention of going back again. The first time I went the waiter was a bit rude, but the..."
Lindsaymae90
"Fabulous Dinner!. The Duck was to die for! Many layers of flavours!! The escargot appetizer, with tarragon cream sauce was amazing!Great..."
Leesa
"Absinthe. Impressive absinthe cocktails served very professionally, the best absinthe-inspired drinks I have ever seen. The food quality was average..."
Tallfoodie7
"Great service and food. A group of us visited Absinthe for a friend's birthday, and we couldn't have asked for a better evening. Food was fantastic,..."
Cookingwithkelly
"Delightful Everything. Absinthe continues to amaze. Food and service are second to none in Ottawa. I have not had a bad experience yet, in fact it..."
Mintycindy
"THE BEST!. Absinthe, I cannot say enough good things about this place! The servers (we had Partick tonight) also highly recommend Nosh (sorry if I..."
Krys Fonseca
"Wonderful meal, and terrific mid-week date night. The service was impeccable - knowledgable, attentive, pleasant but not cloying. My husband had the..."
Ottawa Foodie
"Great food! Had the frog legs which were delicious and a good size app, but had the duck and was a small portion. It was tasty but was expecting..."
Anton Ego
"Wow!. Tonight was our second visit to Absinthe and it reiterated our first terrific experience. The cocktails were interesting and delicious. And..."
Jen
"Oh mon dieu.....YES. I could only 'like' this resto, what a shame. I Adore this resto. When you save up that discretionary spending money, put it in..."
Dancergrl25
"Excellent food, creative menu, great wine and beer, friendly service and wry nice relaxed..."
Grinch
"Amazing burger...cold steak?. I ate here for the second time this past week. Rarely will I order the same meal twice in a restaurant where I have not..."
Sarah
"Great first experience. Went to Absinthe last night and it was a very good experience. I did the three course meal. Escargot, soup and then the..."
RW
"Excellent steak and frites. My husband and I were practically fighting over it. We also enjoyed duck the ways. The atmosphere was lovely and the..."
Leightrain
"Soo délicieux, j'étais bourré. J'ai adoré le Magret du..."
Jean Gabin
"Love it!. The food is soooo good! Service was amazing. Only complaint is the lighting is a bit..."
Mary
"VIP Treatment!. My family celebrated my father's 65th birthday at Absinthe tonight and we were all thrilled with the service and the food. When I..."
Karen
"I have heard good things about Absinthe for a long time and the reputation was well deserved! We started with Salmon and tuna tartare, and I must..."
CanadianCEO
"Went here to celebrate my partners birthday and it was SO LOVELY! Service staff were so friendly, and our server, Mitchell, was really great. Our..."
Rebecca Pierce
"The many years this restaurant has been around is a testimony to just how good it is. During our visit, we saw that for ourselves. Food was spot on..."
Ahmad Lutfi
"My fiancee and I had an absolutely amazing experience while celebrating my fiancees birthday at Absinthe. From the immaculate food, to the wonderful..."
Kamron Saghian
"What an amazing experience for both food and service for our first time here! This place does not disappoint. Emily, our server, from the beginning..."
Paige Arding
"A nice, relaxed and calm atmosphere. Don't see a lot of place with it's own planters where the kitchen staff come and pick up their greens from. The..."
SitziM
Wilfrid's
80/100 (2140 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Canadian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Canadian
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
After-hours
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Quail
Crab Cake
Cakes
Shrimp
Lamb
Halibut
Beef
Pesto
Fish
Eggs Benedict
Lobster
Toasts
Pork
Pancakes
Roast Beef
Omelette
Pasta
Waffles
Salad
Juice & Smoothies
Crab
Waffles & Crepes
Scallops
Juice & Smoothies
Duck
Salmon
Crepes
Sit down
Canadian
European
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Valet Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Fine Dining
"Brunch on a Sunday. Sure price is a bit high, which to me means they should add some kind of little perk like why not a bit of bubbly? But otherwise..."
Costa
"Lunch with Friend Oct 29 2015  Food was Ok Friend Had Salad I had a Club Sandwich with Salad ,Despite the fact there was 2 waiters and only about 6..."
Marie Gallagher Stewart
"We enjoyed our buffet, food was good, great selection. Service was good but I did not appreciate basically being rushed through the end of our..."
Steph
"Once a year in the summer, I pay Wilfrid's a visit for breakfast. I love visiting the Fairmont Chateau Laurier on occasion as it has a rich and..."
Brian Ghattas
"We had a good time. This is the second time we have been here. We both had the beef tenderloin with oka root veg and whipped potatoes with a great..."
Chris FC
"Okay so service is awful I agree. We waited around forever for any service coffee/ tea, to place order, and get our food. However i have been here..."
Taniya
"Phenomenal food & stellar service; a "must..."
Patrick L.
"Exquisite service, great food and wines. Consistently has the best service in the city. Knowledgable, friendly, and very polished.Fine menu..."
Barb
"Local, fresh, prepared with deserved..."
Niloc
"Trying to describe the buffet in terms that will do it justice is like trying to carry water in a colander. We’ve all been to buffets and if you..."
Roy Wallace
"We had a small gathering on Boxing Day. The 10 of us were split into two tables of 4 and 6 side by side. Very comfortable and roomy. Our tables..."
Sylvia Pan
"Came here for a brunch on a Sunday, and the experience and food was amazing! A friend had mentioned that they used to do an all you can eat brunch,..."
Daniel Chak
"I enjoy Wilfred’s. The food is excellent. We really enjoy the meat offerings and are looking forward to their continued offerings as they now have..."
J E
"Wonderful Brunch! We definitely recommend it! the food was very tasty, great selection, big portions, amazing service and a beautiful atmosphere...."
darquise leveille
"Great outdoor patio at this restaurant. The food is delicious but as most higher priced restaurants, portions are small. Drinks are well made but..."
Ryan Murphy