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 Tasteful dining on Elgin |
327 Elgin St (Near Lewis) Ottawa, ON K2P 1M5 Canada +1 613 233 7111 http://www.alssteakhouse.ca/ |
Since opening in 1967, this restaurant on lively Elgin Street has played host to premiers, prime ministers and entertainers alike. The interior is relaxing with its lovely plants, cascading water, soft lighting and elegant oil paintings. The menu is a meat-lover's delight, with seafood, poultry and selection of charcoal-broiled dishes, including steaks up to 22 ounces. A second Al's Steakhouse is located in Bells Corners at 3817 Richmond Road. Phone: +1 613 828 8349. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cajun Cookin' |
339 Elgin Street (At Waverley Street) Ottawa, ON K2P 1M9 Canada +1 613 569 5200 http://www.bigdaddys.ca/ |
This is one of the hottest restaurants in Ottawa, serving mostly Cajun fare and surf-and-turf. Crab Alfredo will set you back CAD14, while Blackened Yellowfin Tuna, a house specialty, comes in at CAD17. The oysters stacked on ice behind the bar are also a tempting selection. The interior of the restaurant makes you feel as though you've stepped into New Orleans' French Quarter. During warmer months, enjoy your meal on the bustling outdoor patio. No reservations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining at its best |
53 Elgin St (At Confederation Square) Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1 Canada +1 613 594 5127 http://www.nac-cna.ca/ |
Located directly beside the Rideau Canal in the National Arts Center, this popular restaurant offers incredible views. Chef Kurt Waldele specializes in Canadian cuisine with international overtones. Main courses range from Grilled Sea-farmed Atlantic Salmon with a dill remoulade to Grilled Alberta Beef Filet Mignon served over caramelized onion and Barolo. The table d'hote features salad, the aforementioned filet mignon or salmon, British Columbia raspberry sherbet, and coffee or tea. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of Ottawa's finest |
81B Clarence Street At William Ottawa, ON K1N 5P5 Canada +1 613 241 2200 http://www.clairdelune.ca/ |
Widely considered one of Ottawa's finest restaurants, this venerable and handsome restaurant is located near the Chateau Laurier. Its attractive façade, with an awning and wood accent, opens to the street in the summer months, providing an even more charming dining experience. Pasta and seafood predominate, with many of the classic French dishes featuring Asian overtones and local ingredients. Main courses range from Wild Mushroom and Shiitake Risotto with Spicy Pancetta to Hand-Shaved Atlantic Salmon Tartar with caperberries and cilantro. 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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Friendly piano bar and restaurant |
337 Somerset St W Ottawa, ON K2P 0J8 Canada +1 613 238 6734 http://www.thefullhouserestaur... |
Located in one of the many large brick houses along downtown's pretty Somerset Village area, this semi-casual European restaurant includes a host of small dining areas. The big draw, however, is definitely its piano bar. The menu includes a host of breaded foods, schnitzels and souvlakis while the upstairs piano bar offers sandwiches, salads and standard bar appetizer fare. Those looking for a classy, laid back night out could hardly do better. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Real British pub experience |
201 Queen Street (Near Bank) Ottawa, ON K1P 5C9 Canada +1 613 238 1138 |
This small, friendly British-style restaurant offers some of the best fish 'n' chips in Ottawa and an authentic British pub upstairs. The relaxed restaurant, popular with the downtown office crowd, opens patio-style onto the street in summer and offers a tasty breakfast special. Equally popular, the pub itself features weird and wonderful British paraphernalia as well as a large selection of single malt scotches and imported draft beers. The original Mayflower Restaurant and Pub can be found at 247 Elgin Street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
