Location: Ottawa
Top Restaurants in Ottawa
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- 1. Canadian War MuseumOttawa TourismNational Museums
- 2. Parliament Hill
- 3. Parliament Hill and Buildings
- 4. Rideau CanalOttawa TourismOttawa’s Top Natural Wonders
- 5. National War Memorial
- 6. Peace Tower
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- 9. Notre Dame Basilica
- 10. Major's Hill Park
Top 5 Gastropub food in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Find out what Gastropub restaurants to try in Ottawa. Canada's capital is a compact, clean, cleverly planned center of culture and politics and a destination for every season. Start downtown at the architecturally stunning National Gallery of Canada, and don't miss the Canadian Museum of Nature and the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. Rideau Canal offers boating in the summer and turns into the world’s largest skating rink when frozen in the winter. Gatineau Park attracts cyclists and walkers, while Byward Market blends old and new Ottawa.
Things to do in Ottawa
1. Aperitivo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 436 reviews
Reviewed By DebbieShawn
Last night we celebrated my husbands Birthday at Aperitivo. We enjoyed one of their cocktails to start followed by sugar snap peas, ribs and a wonderful fresh peach and prosciutto salad. We allowed our server (and owner) Erica to pair our wine with our meal, as we always do, and sheâs always spot on. Desert was a delicious brown butter cake with sponge toffee and cream......wow! We ended our meal with coffee for me (black, since their coffee is always fresh and piping hot) and my husband tried a new scotch which made his entire day! He was still talking about it an hour after getting home! If you are celebrating or simply looking for wonderful food, memorable cocktails and wine as well as outstanding, attentive service this gem of a restaurant will never disappoint.
2. Manx Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 287 reviews
Reviewed By Patrick S
We went to this place on a Saturday when they serve brunch ( also on Sunday) and not on any other days of the week. They open at 10am and we were in line waiting for them to open. Once inside below street level its a very cozy pub which on this date became quickly full with people that wanted breakfast.We received excellent service, great choices for breakfast, and once our food arrived it was easily one of the best breakfast experience we have had in this city.Its a cult we were told about those that show up on the week end to enjoy this service and we will be part of it while in Ottawa.
3. The Albion Rooms
Overall Ratings
4 based on 314 reviews
The food is as Canadian as the soil it's grown in. Our chef has pulled inspiration from the culture that surrounds us, it is rustic yet contemporary. Visit Chef Jesse at the interactive charcuterie bar for some locally cured meats and handcrafted charcute
Reviewed By Fairlady73
I finally checked out this restaurant over the weekend and what a beautiful spot. The decor and vibe was splendid. The menu all looked amazing and what I did end up choosing was tasty. The only down side was that the service was lacking. Our server didn't seem to be around much and when she was there, seemed overwhelmed. However, that won't stop me from trying this restaurant again.
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4. Gainsbourg
Overall Ratings
4 based on 251 reviews
Gainsbourg is a bistro restaurant and microbrewery located at 9, rue Aubry, in the historic district of Old Hull, Gatineau, in the Outaouais region. Our place is all about the pleasures of good food and drink in a pub style establishment; the pleasures of
Reviewed By F5245HItimm
We were celebrating our youngest daughter's 18th birthday, so we took across the river to "Hull" (where the legal drinking age is 18). It's been many years since I hung out at the bars and discos along the infamous promenade du Portage, and they're all long gone, replaced by a few restaurants and offices. Just around the corner (I think the old Chez Henri used to located there) is Aubry, home to several bistros and bars. We were hoping for a spot on the patio but it was all full at 6:30 on a Sunday evening, so we sat inside. Gainsbourg brews many of the beers on their menu and I tried the coffee porter and the white stout: both were excellent. We started with a charcuterie board that had pork, duck, cheeses and crackers. These boards are often expensive for the amount of food provided, but Gainsbourg delivered good quantity and value for a reasonable price. For mains, we went with burgers and I was hoping for the mussels but they were out. I opted instead for the wings, which were available in two sizes. I was hungry and went for the 12 wing option. It turned out to be at least 16 full wings (drumstick and flats and whatever those little tips are called). I'd estimate it to be a good 5 pounds of wings. Very tasty, but damn....that's a lot of wings. When we got the bill, pretty much every drink was on special: the girls had cocktails for $8, the 20-ounce coffee porter was just 3.99. Service was good: the food came quickly and was hot and you can't fault them over the pricing or portion size.
5. Central Bierhaus
Overall Ratings
4 based on 392 reviews
German-themed Bierhaus, Restaurant & Sports Hall with fine food and the world's best bier (36 Draft Taps & 100+ Bottles). Massive big screen TV's to catch all European & North American Sports while enjoying a fun and lively atmosphere. Ranked 1 of the 9 B
Reviewed By MelandGary823
My daughterâs soccer team had reservations to dine here while in the area did a tournament. We were a large group of over 50 people. I felt they did a good job with servicing such a large group. There were a few mix-ups with bills, but they addressed it well. The Raptors-Milwaukee NBA Game was on the night, proudly displaced on plenty of TVs throughout and one full wall projection screen. Nice!The menu certainly leans to those who favour meat with only salad or and eggplant burger for vegetarians. Wine can be orders in 6 or 9oz options and of course, there was a large selection of beers. Prices were reasonable and food was good.
