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Ottawa's Favourite Restaurants
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We have put together a listing of some of our favourite restaurants in Ottawa. There are so many restaurants to choose from in the Nation's Capital you will not have to go far to find one. If you have any suggestions please send us an e-mail.
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All success starts with a solid Foundation. Foundation is Ottawa's newest choice for the place to be when building succesful business relationships or simply enjoying the pleasure of life. Whether it is drinks for two or dinner for two hundred, Foundation thrills the senses with sumptous cuisine, electric atmosphere and superior service. Located in one of the Capital's few remaining, historically rich, heritage buildings, this hidden gem is Ottawa's latest hot spots to Eat, Drink and Lunge. Three dining areas, a courtyard patio, and two large private rooms offer muliple options for parties, special events and business meetings alike. Foundation is owned and operated by an enthusiastic and experienced team of individuals who are truly dialed-in to their clientele's needs. The Foundation team is driven by a passion for exceptional service and unmistakable quality in every aspect of the dining experience. Acclaimed Chef Stephan Schuler takes the foundations of the culinary arts and transforms it in a hip and inspired cuisine with a sexy-tangy approach. Talented, young and interneational, Chef Schuler's hand selected team can offer a wide variety of menus and culinary experiences that can be tailor-fitted for all occasions from a breakfast meeting to gala affirs; your with is our command. |
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Enjoy the lively New Orleans atmosphere and sample some of the best seafood in the city-fresh oysters, live lobsters, king crab, blackened gator and catfish- as well as pasta dishes and steaks. Outdoor patios at both locations. Open daily for dinner; lunch from Monday to Friday. If you like seafood then you'll love Big Daddy's! Take a look at our web site for complete menus for each location and virtual tours. |
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Centrally located in Ottawa's ByWard Market, Blue Cactus remains Ottawa’s premier restaurant choice. Its fresh, upscale décor and expanded space create a vibrant evening atmosphere in which to enjoy award-winning margaritas and Contemporary Southwest cuisine. Late night weekends enjoy DJs spinning a mix of soul, funk and house music. With its casual daytime ambience, Blue Cactus is perfect for quiet dining, and guaranteed to impress your business lunch partner. The spacious mezzanine is an ideal choice for business events and private parties. Against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the bustling Market, your guests can meet and dine in private style. Custom-tailored menus are available to meet your specific needs. Menu Highlights Reservations for up to 100 people accepted |
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Overlooking the historical ByWard Market, this casual eatery featuring cooking on an open grill welcomes you 7 days a week. "All You Can Eat Fresh Mussels Everyday All Day " has become an Ottawa institution since 1980. Our expert Chefs prepare the freshest of "fish steaks", gourmet pizzas, mussels, pastas and "Ottawa's best" fish & chips in an open kitchen. An excellent progressive wine list is available featuring all that is nouveau as well as traditional to complete your dining experience. Themed with the Rideau Canal System Locks, cozy couches, and warm & friendly service makes this a great spot to relax in and enjoy. Visit our web site form more information. |
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Located right in the heart of the Byward Market, Empire Grill has become the city’s most dynamic meeting and eating place. Head Chef, Jason Potvin, cooks from the heart with a memorable blend of bold flavors. Empire Grill is the only Gold Member Licensee of Certified Angus Beef in all of Ontario. What does this mean to you? It means that our steaks are aged a minimum of 28 days with standards of excellence in marbling, tenderness and flavor giving you that juicy succulent taste! Looking for a place to host your next corporate event or private dinner? Equipped with wireless internet access and audio-visual aids, Empire Grill’s newly renovated Manhattan Room has taken corporate and private dining to a new level. This NY Inspired room is perfect for sit down dinners upwards of 130 people and stand up cocktail events for 250 people. An extensive wine list, martinis and a sexy décor makes Empire Grill the best of Ottawa’s dining scene. For more information or to book a reservation, contact Melissa Greco at: melissa.greco@empiregrill.com or 613-241-1343 |
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In an energetic, up-beat and casual atmosphere, our famous fajitas are served up fresh - from the warm flour tortillas, guacamole to the salsa. Mesquite grilled steaks and smokehouse ribs all prepared in the barbecue pit. The Lone Star takes great pride in the fact that all our food is made fresh daily. Also, check out our catering website to help make your party a blast. At our place or yours, enjoy the Taste of Texas with your guests and leave the hassles to us! . Lone Star guarantees great food, warm southern hospitality, and a good time. The Lone Star Texas Grill is Ottawa's only authentic Texas restaurant, the real deal... TEXAS to the BONE! |
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Louis Steak House features a warm and cozy family atmosphere. Our menu features Alberta Steak & Delicious Seafood. Families can treat themselves to Great Pizza and Italian Cuisine. Menu choices include Barbeque Chicken to Club Sandwiches. We feature a daily lunch buffet for only $8.95. Services include Private Banquet Halls and Catering. Call Tom or George (613) 741-2130 or visit our Web Site. |
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 Luxe
Bistro47 York Street Ottawa ON, K1N 5S7 Tel: (613) 241-8805 Web Site: www.luxebistro.com In the ByWard Market, Luxe offers the flavours of a French Bistro combined with traditional steakhouse. Dishes reflect progressive culinary styles described by the Ottawa Citizen as “first class”. Executive Chef Duane Keats has an unprecedented understanding of culinary history and technique. Keats has created a menu highlighting what Luxe Bistro is best known for: Steak, Seafood and its traditional Bistro selections. Quality wines and spirits are essential to an enjoyable dining experience-from start to finish the right accompaniment can compliment and enhance the perfect meal. Sommelier and Wine Director Neil Gowe carefully selects wines to ensure they reflect their terroir and pair exceptionally well with the large bistro menu. Luxe Bistro offers over 450 carefully selected wines earning Luxe Bistro the distinguished “Wine Spectator award of Excellence” Late night weekends at Luxe Bistro offers specially featured Martinis and Champagne cocktails. Reservations of all sizes are accepted, with personal menus available.
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Metropolitain Brasserie is conveniently located between the Chateau Laurier and Westin Hotel at 700 Sussex, just steps away from Parliament Hill. If Champagne and Oysters sound enticing, we have the cities largest raw bar. Open 7 days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch on the week-ends, there is something here for everyone. Join us for our Hill Hour, Monday through Friday from 4pm to 7pm for half price on our raw bar items and other selected appetizers and sharing platters. The Metropolitain Brasserie boasts an award winning wine list that offers the most extensive list of varietal wines by the glass in the city. The perfect place for a large event or a romantic dinner for two Metropolitain Brasserie transforms with ease to accommodate parties of all sizes. Thinking of a place to hold your next corporate event or private dinner? Look no further! We are the place for you! For more information or to book a reservation, contact Melissa Greco at: melissa.greco@metropolitainbrasserie.com or 613-562-1160. You are closer to Paris than you think! |
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The Parliament Pub combines Dining and Political Fun. |
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 Perspectives
Restaurant at Brookstreet525 Legget Dr. Ottawa, ON K2K 2W2 Tel: (613) 271-1800 Web Site: www.brookstreet.ca At Ottawa's four-diamond Brookstreet, guests enjoy the outstanding dining experiences one expects from a world-class destination. Since opening in 2003, Perspectives Restaurant is the proud recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence as well as the Four-Diamond Award from CAA/AAA. Dine amidst birch tree branches and original artwork by Canterbury High School students at or alfresco on the spacious terraces overlooking The Marshes Golf Club. The style is upscale, the dress code casual, and the atmosphere relaxed. Let internationally-renowned Executive Chef Michael Blackie be your tour guide for Perspectives’ signature five-course blind tasting menu or enjoy a Chef’s Table served in Brookstreet’s state-of-the-art kitchen. NEW in 2006! Spice up your Friday nights with our Food & Wine Raves. Your culinary journey will begin with cocktails in our swanky Options Bar before our culinary brigade leads you into our kitchen for a cooking class like no other. Teams will each prepare one of five courses, which will be enjoyed in Perspectives’ dining room. Cuisine will be paired with Canadian and International wines with Wine Representatives and our own Sommeliers as active participants. Open Monday to Friday for Lunch, Monday to Saturday for breakfast. Dinner served Monday to Saturday. Sunday brunch. Daily table d’hôte and blind tasting menu. Off-site catering available. Private dining room for up to 14 guests. Reservations recommended. |
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The "original" Oak opened in April 1980 and expanded twice in the intervening years. It probably has the most eclectic clientele of any pub in the city and is considered by many to be the true English pub in Ottawa. It is also one of the largest purveyors of draught beers in Eastern Ontario! Consistently voted "Best Pub" by numerous Ottawa publications, it has three separate rooms with its own character, with the bar area sporting a new intimate fireplace.
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Sizzling fajitas, mouth watering ribs, Mexican favourites, charbroiled steaks, fish dishes, Louisiana fare and deep-fried ice cream dominate the menu at Ottawa's downtown tex-mex headquarters. If you're in the mood for a great time and even better food come on down to the Southern Cross. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week including our famous Happy Hours from 3PM - 6PM. We specialize in catering to large groups and important occasions. Located at 402 Queen Street inside the Radisson Hotel. Visit our web site for more information as well as our complete menu. |
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Stella Osteria, the newest addition to the Luxe Bistro, and Blue Cactus Bar and Grill family opened up to rave reviews – and the excellence has continued. Specializing in superbly presented modern Italian cuisine, Stella has created a reputation for its delectable recipes. Diners enjoy delicious modern Italian food, in a stylish atmosphere not yet seen in Ottawa filled with warmth, buoyancy and lightheartedness of the Italian spirit. Stella’s new world Italian flare cuisine calls for a dynamic wine selection. Stella offers an embellished wine list that showcases several varietals from Italy’s diverse wine regions, as well as other, quality international selections. Cin Cin! Semi-private dining area available or reserve Stella for your
private party of any size. NEW - Stella Osteria will now
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This award winning wine bar has been hosting local wine & beer lovers, as well as visitors from around the globe since 1979. Known for an outstanding collection of wines, imported beers & malt whiskeys we are proud recipients of the "WINE SPECTATOR AWARD OF EXCELLENCE" for the past 15 years. Tucked below The Fish Market Restaurant, this warm candlelit cellar features magnificent bistro fare including pasta, steak, and fish. Nightly wine tastings and live jazz on Wednesday & Sunday evenings. Visit our web site for more information. |
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WELCOME TO WASABI... Experience Japanese cuisine in a unique, traditional atmosphere. Our dining room can accommodate your small groups or large parties
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It's easy to imagine Archie, Jughead and the gang at Zak's Diner, an authentic 50's style diner in the heart of Ottawa's lively ByWard Market. Zak's serves great burgers, fries, sandwiches and breakfast "all day every day". Start your meal with one of our old fashioned thick, thick milkshakes and finish it off with a slice of our homemade "sky high" apple pie. The atmosphere is casual. Tunes by Elvis, the Beatles and other stars can be heard on tabletop jukeboxes; pop in a quarter and make your selection. Zak's is great for families and kids of all ages. |
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