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1. JOEY Rideau
4.6
Exceptional(118)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • ByWard Market
Booked 68 times today
JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Located in Ottawa’s historic downtown, the updated turn-of-the-century design boasts a theater kitchen, chef’s table seating, sushi bar, wrap-around lounge and patio.
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2. Play Food & Wine
4.7
Exceptional(298)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Canadian • ByWard Market
Booked 15 times today
Play food & wine will make serious food fun and accessible to many types of guests by offering an inspiring menu, legendary service, outstanding values and a culinary home for our guests in which they can spend a variety of occasions. All of our dishes are modest portions designed to share. This allows guests to sample a few different dishes without having to commit to just one main course as in a traditional restaurant. Our menu changes frequently, respecting product availability and seasonality. We are committed to working with our many great suppliers to source the best and most flavourful ingredients possible. We use local, sustainable and seasonal products whenever possible, and believe in supporting area farmers as much as we can.
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3. Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1239)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Asian • ByWard Market
Booked 6 times today
Inspired by the street food of Southeast Asia, SIDEDOOR Restaurant offers an elegant, sharing-style dining experience sure to bring people together. Available for dine-in or takeout, we are renowned for our fresh, local produce and our unique use of exotic spices and ground curries. Chef Ben Landreville has created a tantalizing menu, placing an emphasis on Asian-inspired tacos and main dishes. Don't forget to end your dining experience with warm, hand-made donuts sure to please your sweet tooth!We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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4. somewhere dine bar
4.7
Exceptional(238)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary European • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
Now open.Come by to dine, to drink, to have a good time.
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5. Ember
4.6
Exceptional(70)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • ByWard Market
Booked 7 times today
Now Open! Globally inspired fusion menu with a focus on charcoal and live fire cooking. Japanese inspired fusion cocktail menu and globally inspired wine list.
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6. Speakeasy Tapas Lounge
4.4
Awesome(53)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • ByWard Market
Booked 1 time today
Speakeasy Tapas is your hidden gem in the Byward Market. A place for great cocktails & tapas! Follow us on Instagram @speakeasyottawa for live music, shows, special events and more!
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7. Back to Brooklyn
4.0
Excellent(272)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown
A new experience in the Byward Market. Casual Fine Dining and Shareable Plates.We offer reservations as well as space for walk-in guests.We encourage proper etiquette, language, and behavior.We discourage and will not tolerate the disrespect of other guests and our employees equally.We prefer a fashion-forward and proper chic attire.We do not accept tank tops, flip flops, athletic wear, work style boots, bandanas, hoods.We will hold tables for a 15 minute window past the reservation time.Parties of 6 or more, as well as bottle service, will have an automatic 20% gratuity added to their bill.
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8. The Clarendon/The Hyde
4.4
Awesome(415)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • ByWard Market
Booked 2 times today
Welcome to the Clarendon Tavern! Offering seasonal, locally sourced and handmade ingredients. Beautifully designed to embrace our heritage building roots with a modern twist. Chef Dave Godsoe was inspired by the vibrancy and character of the market when creating this menu. Sister restaurant to Eighteen, Social and Sidedoor. Come in for Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, late night and handcrafted cocktails. Located in the heart of the Ottawa Byward Market.
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9. The Albion Rooms
4.6
Exceptional(300)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown
Our goal at the Albion Rooms is to provide you with the best of old-world hospitality. No matter your occasion, our passionate and knowledgeable staff will ensure your experience with us is one to remember. From craft Ontario beers and specially selected wines, to signature cocktails and dishes borrowing from traditional European and Canadian cuisine, our menu aims to please even the most discerning palate.
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10. Daly's Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(70)
Price: Expensive
• Canadian • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
At Daly’s Restaurant, we offer a dining experience that combines comfort, sophistication, and a touch of local flavor. Whether you're starting your day with an energizing breakfast or enjoying a leisurely brunch with friends, Daly’s reimagines classic breakfast dishes with seasonal ingredients and freshly baked breads. Try our signature Eggs Benedict, featuring a citrus-olive oil hollandaise drizzled over organic poached eggs, smoked salmon, spinach, and a perfectly toasted English muffin. For younger guests, our carefully selected kids’ menu offers all their favorites.With elegant wood accents, soft lighting, and breathtaking views of the historic Rideau Canal, Daly’s is the ideal spot to gather with friends, colleagues, or family. Whether you're looking for a casual bite or a special place to linger, Daly’s provides a memorable atmosphere where exceptional food meets stunning scenery.

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  • Wendy
    Toronto / Ontario •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great service . Love the vibe in the bar/lounge area. Food was delicious as usual. Great family dinner.
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    JOEY RideauPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• ByWard Market
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    4.6
  • Jaden
    Ottawa •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We went for the special Valentine’s Day dinner, it was a 3 course meal. It was absolutely delicious! The steak was some of the best I’ve ever had, and the tuna tartare was so fresh. I would absolutely recommend this place for a date night! We will be coming back.
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    somewhere dine barPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Downtown
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    4.7
  • MaiaVIP
    Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    A great combo of taste, coziness, great atmosphere, and trying something unusual. It felt both trendy and timeless. Enjoyed my visit very much.
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    Play Food & WinePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• ByWard Market
    •
    4.7
  • Celeste
    Calgary / Southern Alberta •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Beautiful atmosphere, presentation was excellent and food was all delicious! Would highly recommend the pesto pizza and halloumi
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    EmberPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• ByWard Market
    •
    4.6
  • Sam
    Ottawa •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Boyfriend and I did a "knock off" Valentine dinner the day before to avoid big crowds and overpriced menus. We were NOT disappointed. We considered the tasting menu offered, but decided to get our own mix of plates. Our server, Danielle, suggested 3-5 plates would be a good number for us and we went with it. 2 Tacos - Fish and Beef Both great but the beef stood-out. Had a discussion specifically about going back for a Taco Tuesday because of it, Pork Belly Bao Buns Did not expect the blueberry compote to be so complimentary.. LOVED them. We were also unsure if it would be presented braised (like the other pork belly on their menu) or cripsy.. Crispy and PERFECT Pork & Shrimp Dumplings We were skeptical because an online review described them as "ok" and that they could find better at their grocery store.. Please forward me the address of the grocery store you use because DAMN. These were an open-faced, flavorful delight. Yellowfin Tuna Sashimi We've had Tuna Sashimi before and liked it, but this was a little different. Thicker pieces than we anticipated and so. damn. good. Sichuan Pretzel Bites This was probably our least favourite dish, but not because it wasn't great but because it wasn't as special as the other dishes. The portion and flavour was great, dips were awesome. Can't wait to go back.
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    Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Asian• ByWard Market
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    4.7

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