49 Best Casual Restaurants in Chelsea

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1. Cocotte Bistro

4.3

Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 57 times today

Meet Cocotte...A taste of modern authentic French cuisine Bubbles by the glass, locally sourced fresh ingredients, seasonal creations. Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a weekend brunch, treat yourself to delectable and visually stunning dishes inspired by French cuisine.

2. DreamLand Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(521)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Located in the heart of Ottawa’s Little Italy, DreamLand Cafe offers incredible fresh pasta dishes, made with love and finesse.Our dining room is currently undergoing renovations. We're looking forward to welcoming you back in April 2025.

3. JOEY Rideau

4.5

Awesome(136)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • ByWard Market

Booked 77 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.

4. Gezellig

4.8

Exceptional(451)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 50 times today

With a name that means "cozy or nice atmosphere, but also belonging and general togetherness," gezellig invites guests to experience an elegant menu of local, seasonal cuisine using french techniques in a casual and welcoming environment. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, gezellig prepares each menu item using high-quality ingredients purchased locally. On the menu are items such as seared scallops, braised beef shortibs, potato gnocchi, beef tartare, duck breast, and wild-caught lingcod. Our classic butterfinger for dessert is a staple that has been on our menu since opening in 2012

5. Arlo - Ottawa

4.7

Exceptional(809)

Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Downtown

Booked 17 times today

Arlo is a neighbourhood restaurant & wine with natural wine, comforting food & good tunes in a laid back and cozy environment. Outdoor seating & private dining available. Chef Jamie Stunt's simple but refined dishes inspired by the people and places we love.

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6. Fratelli - Westboro

4.6

Exceptional(1045)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 34 times today

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7. Retro Gusto

4.9

Exceptional(513)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 29 times today

Retrogusto is a pizzeria and bar that brings some much needed excitement to the north end of Preston street. We serve a Roman style pizza "Tonda", traditional roman fried snacks, salumi, cheeses and other small plates. Our food will be complimented by a small wine list that will be in constant rotation, strictly Italian classic cocktails, and beautiful amaro's from around Italy. The warm, cozy, dimly lit dining room with an open kitchen will be the perfect place to do the only thing that matters; eat good food, drink good wine and have a good time with friends.

8. Play Food & Wine

4.7

Exceptional(304)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • ByWard Market

Booked 28 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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9. Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1244)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • ByWard Market

Booked 19 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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10. somewhere dine bar

4.7

Exceptional(241)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Now open.Come by to dine, to drink, to have a good time.

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49 restaurants available nearby

1. Cocotte Bistro

2. DreamLand Cafe

3. JOEY Rideau

4. Gezellig

5. Arlo - Ottawa

6. Fratelli - Westboro

7. Retro Gusto

8. Play Food & Wine

9. Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar

10. somewhere dine bar

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