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 Funky dining experience |
11 George St (near Sussex) Ottawa, ON K1N 8W5 Canada +1 613 789 8123 |
This funky restaurant in the Byward Market is married to a record store and the result is a perfect blend of eclectic cuisine and music. Browse through the music selection and listen at CD stations while enjoying a cocktail or single malt scotch. In the summer months, slurp the Chilled Melon Soup or nibble the Strawberry Spinach Salad while soaking up the sun out on the expansive patio. Appetizers range from CAD 7.95 to CAD 9.95 while main dishes will set you back anywhere from CAD 13.95 to CAD 29.99. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upbeat Tex-Mex |
2 Byward Market Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1 Canada +1 613 241 7061 http://www.bluecactusbarandgri... |
Located on the excellent people-watching corner of Byward and Clarence, in the Byward Market, this Tex-Mex restaurant's large windows offer a great view. The Mexican and southwestern United States menu features large portions of standards like nachos, fajitas and particularly tasty quesadillas, as well as pastas, ribs, Santa Fe pizzas and homemade desserts. Popular with a young, casually dressed crowd, and billing itself as "Ottawa's most popular restaurant," it also has a small bar at the entrance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Multicultural cuisine downtown |
199 Bank St (Near Gloucester) Ottawa, ON K2P 1W7 Canada +1 613 565 0657 http://www.cafeparadiso.com |
The menu of this trendy, downtown art deco-style restaurant creatively brings together inspirations from around the world. Japanese, Italian, Thai and vegetarian dishes abound and combine with the jazz music playing in the background to create a funky atmosphere that attracts many well-dressed professionals as well as single diners. The Cafe is divided into a restaurant with a small bar, and a large lounge where diners can also order from the menu. During the summer, the restaurant's front windows are removed to give it a patio feel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual family dining downtown |
407 West Laurier Avenue (Near Lyon) Ottawa, ON K1R 7Y7 Canada +1 613 782 2449 http://www.1derwork.com/noahs/... |
The casual arm of the elegant Noah's restaurant in the same building, this brightly lit and cheerful family restaurant can be found in the middle of the downtown at the corner of Lyon and Slater streets, beneath Laurier Avenue's Minto Place Suite Hotel. The extensive menu offers a range of casual fare such as seafood, pizza, nachos and pasta and also includes a separate children's menu. There is a variety of special menu options in the evenings, from Peel-and-eat Shrimp on Mondays to Friday's Chicken Wing specials. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh fish and lobster |
54 York St (At William) Ottawa, ON K1N 5T1 Canada +1 613 241 3474 http://www.fishmarket.ca/ |
Popular with local seafood lovers, this semi-casual restaurant in the heart of the Byward Market offers exactly what the name implies: one of Ottawa's largest selections of fresh fish. The dimly lit and tightly packed restaurant features giant lobster tanks and 10 to 15 types of fresh fish brought in daily from around the world. Main courses range from barbequed swordfish to the Whole Stuffed Rainbow Trout. An extensive wine selection includes both traditional and newer wines (Sutter Home Sauvignon Blanc). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood with class |
819 Bank St (At Fourth) Ottawa, ON K1S 3V9 Canada +1 613 232 2703 http://www.819bank.com |
As the name suggests, this classy little restaurant above its more casual street-level counterpart, Von's, prides itself on its seafood selection. The menu features jumbo shrimp and the fresh catch of the day, but also offers less aquatic alternatives, including a variety of steak, chicken and pasta dishes. Overlooking the friendly arts district of the Glebe, the restaurant attracts a local business crowd for lunch and is a popular date location in the evenings. Reservations are not accepted for parties of less than six. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eclectic, delicious vegetarian |
198 Main Street At Hazel Ottawa, ON K1S 1C6 Canada +1 613 234 9597 |
What this stark, cafeteria-style vegetarian restaurant lacks in ambience it more than makes up for with iwonderful vegetarian and vegan food. The diverse menu of multicultural entrees, homemade breads and both rich and light desserts is popular with all kinds of vegetarians and includes a number of dishes, such as many wheat-free desserts, suitable for specialized diets. Be warned that pricing is by weight, so heavier selections, like the delicious vegetarian lasagne, tend to quickly run up your bill. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elgin Street Nightclub |
284 Elgin Street (Near MacLaren Street) Ottawa, ON K2P 1M3 Canada +1 613 567 2746 |
A large wrought iron patio and a cozy interior with brick walls, brightly coloured loveseats and old-fashioned wingback chairs, make this a popular after-work stop for the downtown crowd. The menu combines pizza, pasta, fish and barbecue dishes with an upscale appetizer menu. Later in the evenings this restaurant, which is located in the lively Elgin Street district, turns into a fashionable nightclub frequented by well-dressed 25- to 40-year-old professionals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale Steakhouse |
170 Queen Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5E1 Canada +1 613 234 4545 http://www.hyssteakhouse.com/ |
This upscale steak house is a favourite haunt of Ottawa's business and political elite. With its dark panelling, subdued lighting and private booths, Hy's is a perfect setting for a power lunch or a candlelit dinner for two. Although the menu is extensive, with selections that include baked Shellfish Thermidor and Filet of Salmon, Hy's specialty is its Charcoal-Broiled Steaks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lively pasta and pizza |
216 Elgin St (Near Lisgar) Ottawa, ON K2P 1L7 Canada +1 613 565 5155 http://www.johnnyfarina.com |
Bare brick walls, creeping vines and a large wrought-iron staircase add to the eclectic charm of this lively open-concept restaurant. Watch from the ground floor or loft area as chefs prepare your wood-oven pizza or pasta dish. You can mix and match from their selection of fresh pastas and sauces, or choose from over a dozen creative pizzas, such as the Canadian, the Bruschetta or the Gorgonzola and Leek; or order from a list of veal, chicken and seafood dishes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern bar & restaurant |
360 Elgin Street Near Frank Ottawa, ON K2P 1M8 Canada +1 613 232 6274 |
This bar's Halloween orange sign jumps out at passersby on Elgin Street. Popular with a younger crowd, Mash is a hip place to quaff a cocktail or snack on burgers, salads and sandwiches. A wide variety of appetizers is available, including Belgian Mussels steamed in Stella Artois. The centrepiece of the venue, an oval bar, is complemented by modern roomy seating, and the décor could stand in as a set in an IKEA commercial. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Restaurant, bar and club |
340 Elgin St (Near Waverley) Ottawa, ON K2P 1M6 Canada +1 613 232 5771 http://www.maxwellsbistro.com/ |
Enter through the main door and be surrounded by choices. To the right, a richly painted and cozy bistro offers a fusion menu, with emphasis on Italian pastas and grilled foods. To the left, a small pub offers a long marble-style bar. The front windows of both are removed in the summer, creating a patio on the busy Elgin Street sidewalk. Upstairs is a large club, tightly packed on the weekends with a young, trendy dancing crowd and open from 8pm to 2am Tuesday through Saturday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Revolving restaurant with a view |
100 Kent Street Ottawa Marriott Hotel Ottawa, ON K1P 5R7 Canada +1 613 238 1122 (Marriot Ottawa)/ +1 800 853 8463 (Toll Free) http://marriott.com/property/p... |
This restaurant, perched high atop the downtown Marriott Hotel, offers some of the region's most magnificent views. As the restaurant slowly revolves, you will see impressive streetscapes of downtown Ottawa. The menu features local interpretations of world cuisine and highlights Canadian ingredients such as Fresh Seafood and Alberta beef. Vegetarian foods are also available, as is an extensive wine list and a Sunday brunch buffet. Prices are not for the faint of wallet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creative dining downtown |
407 Laurier Ave West near Lyon Ottawa, ON K1R 7Y7 Canada +1 613 782 2422 |
Perfect for business dinners or lunches and popular with local politicians, this brightly lit downtown restaurant's menu is as eclectic and creative as its layout. The architecture, a multi-level style, offers a feeling of privacy. The breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch menus feature something for everyone; from blueberry pancakes to beef stroganoff - each dish offers hearty portions. The brunch is worthy of special note, its quite a good deal! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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California-style grill |
123 Queen Street (At Metcalfe) Ottawa, ON K1P 5C7 Canada +1 613 234 9699 |
Cool colours, open spaces and pale wood tones give this stylish two-level grill and pub a California feel that makes it a hit with the downtown professional crowd. A popular place for business lunches and large groups, Oscar's features an antipasto bar, cappuccino bar and a large choice of salads and Italian sandwiches. The eclectic selection of thin-crust, wood-oven pizzas are the big draw on the menu - be prepared for a long wait if you order one during the lunch rush. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food Perspective! |
525 Legget Drive Brookstreet Hotel Ottawa, ON K2K 2W2 Canada +1 613 271 1800 http://www.brookstreet.ca/pers... |
Located at the Brookstreet resort, this restaurant is well-known in Kanata for its class and style. The dining area is huge and guests can choose to dine in the sleek indoors or on the terrace and enjoy a view of the Marshes Golf Club. Winner of the Wine Spectator 2005 Award of Excellence and CAA/AAA Four Diamond Award 2004, to name a few, Perspectives is also seriously involved with the Endangered Fish Alliance. What's more? The place serves global cuisine with an Oriental touch and has an exquisite wine selection. A meal for two costs around USD80. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creative fusion cuisine |
45 Rideau Street Near Sussex Drive Ottawa, ON K1N 5W8 Canada +1 613 241 7113 http://www.santerestaurant.com/ |
This elegant restaurant overlooking busy Rideau Street, at the south corner of the Byward Market across from the Rideau Centre, combines creative fusion cuisine with a gallery of local artwork. Popular with both couples and business diners, the menu includes a variety of multicultural flavour combinations, including Carribean and Mediterranean. The cuisine is particularly rich in Pacific Rim influences, with Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese and Malaysian food all contributing to the medley. The menu also features a number of chicken and seafood dishes, as well as some vegetarian selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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