The Whalesbone Oyster House
430 Bank St., Ottawa
Brick walls and wooden tables make for a cozy atmosphere where chefs hang out in their spare time. The rusticRestaurants
107 Fourth Avenue
107 Fourth Ave., Ottawa
Cosy local bar serves wine, cocktails, coffees, spirits, and bottled beers. Menu ranges from simple items such as bread, olives,Absinthe Cafe
1208 Wellington St. W., Ottawa
Seasonal menus, charcuterie boards, and fondue are staples at this hip bistro in the heart of Wellington West. Dinner menu offeredAhora
307 Dalhousie Street , Ottawa
Voted as one of the best Mexican restaurants in Ottawa by a number of outlets, Ahora creates all of theAl’s Steak House
Downtown. 327 Elgin St., Ottawa
Selection of steak, chicken, and seafood dishes served in a classic steakhouse setting with chic, contemporary decor. Certified Angus beefAllegro Ristorante
422 Preston St., Ottawa
Located in Little Italy for more than 20 years, the menu offers Italian staples: fettucine in pesto alfredo, linguine withAperitivo
655 Kanata avenue, Unit L2, Ottawa
This Mediterranean-style restaurant focuses on small plates that are meant to be shared. The menu is constantly changing, as itArc Lounge
140 Slater St., Ottawa
Inventive cuisine based on a variety of culinary styles features fresh regional and Canadian ingredients, served in an intimate setting.Arlington Five
5 Arlington St., Ottawa
This hip, 20-seat coffee shop serves light fare such as sandwiches, soups, salads and muffins, as well as locally-roasted coffeeArôme Seafood and Grill
Hilton Lac-Leamy, 3, boul. du Casino, Gatineau, Gatineau
At this warm and relaxed location, surf and turf are the house specialties. A generous brunch is available on Sundays,Art Is In Bakery
250 City Center Ave., Ottawa
This charming Wellington West bakery makes some of the best bread in town, so it’s no surprise that its sandwichesBanco
1, boul. du Casino, Gatineau
This bistro-style restaurant features a revamped menu offering gourmet poutine, homemade pizza, an all-you-can-eat soup and salad bar, grilled chicken,Bâton Rouge
790 Earl Grey Dr., Kanata
Warm, upscale restaurant boasts comfy booths and soft lighting. Specialties include AAA Sterling Silver beef from Alberta, succulent Danish BabyBâton Rouge
360 Albert St., Constitution Square, Ottawa
Warm, upscale restaurant boasts comfy booths and soft lighting. Specialties include AAA Sterling Silver beef from Alberta, succulent Danish BabyBay Street Bistro
160 Bay St., Ottawa
This California/Italian-style bistro café offers a varied menu of seasoned fish, homemade pasta, pizza, and salads. Desserts are a specialty.Beau’s All Natural Brewing Co.
10 Terry Fox Dr., Vankleek Hill
Beau’s All Natural Brewing Co. is an award-winning family-owned brewery about an hour east of Ottawa. Lug•Tread is their flagshipBella Vista Restaurant
2645 Alta Vista Dr., Ottawa
This friendly, family-run business has been serving pizza, pasta, sandwiches, breakfast, and more since 1973. Gluten-free pizza, pasta, and beerBeyond The Pale
5 Hamilton Ave. N., Ottawa
Beyond The Pale are located in Ottawa’s Hintonburg neighbourhood. The small brewery continues to grow, having already expanded twice sinceBig Easy’s Seafood and Steak House
228 Preston St., Ottawa
Fresh shucked oysters, Alberta AAA Sterling Beef & Japanese Kobe Beef, fresh fish and seafood, all served with a NewBig Rig Kitchen and Brewery
2750-A Iris St., Ottawa
Big Rig Kitchen and Brewery creates exceptional beer — easy drinking styles full of flavour to complex brews that deserve