Fairouz Cafe

4.6

1509 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Middle Eastern

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Vegetarian-friendly

Fairouz Cafe is a modern Middle Eastern restaurant in the heart of Ottawa's historic Byward Market.

Decadent dinners, bespoke cocktails, and a uniquely curated wine list - our newly renovated restaurant is the perfect spot for all occasions.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Halal
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 422-7700
Website
http://www.fairouz.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Justin Laferriere
Private party facilities
Our dining room is warm, versatile and eclectic. Designed for unique and intimate gatherings, our space can accommodate up to 42 guests for a seated dinner, or 50 for a standing reception.

Location
15 Rue Clarence St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5P9
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Sussex Drive
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Rideau Bus Hub and Metro stop within a few blocks
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Fairouz Feast (Group Menu)
CA$60.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Fairouz Feast (Group Menu) The Fairouz Feast is a three course set menu designed to allow our culinary team to invite large groups to our intimate space. This menu can be amended to accommodate allergies and dietary requirements such as gluten and nut allergies as well as vegan requirements. Please include any such requirements in your booking notes. First Course • Hummus Tenderloin, Labneh, & Muhammara with fresh pita • • Marinated Olives • • Fattoush Salad • Second Course • Meat Platter, served with Marinated Chicken, Beef Kofte, Pulled Lamb, Lavash Bread, Tabbouleh Salad, Grilled Vegetables, Pickles, Toum, and Spicy Labneh • • Roz Asfar • Third Course • Knafeh •

Offers

Fairouz Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Fri - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us for our Fairouz Happy Hour, every Tuesday through Friday from 4:00-5:30pm! **Full dinner menu only available after 5:00pm** $10 Drinks - Ask you server for our daily beer, wine, and cocktail specials $10 Menu - Muhammara - Labneh - Truffle Babaganoush - Hummus - Hand Rolled Grape Leaves - Truffle Fries $20 Menu - Beef Lahmajoun Pide - Confit Duck Pide - Olive Shakshuka Pide - Pulled Lamb Pide - Fattoush Salad - Halloumi with Seasonal Accompaniments **Full dinner menu only available after 5:00pm**

HalloumiCA$22.00
with seasonal accompaniments
Fried Brussel SproutsCA$18.00
tahini vinaigrette, black sesame, sunflower, pomegranate, chilies
Truffle FriesCA$12.00
truffle oil, nutritional yeast
Harissa ShrimpCA$28.00
labneh, kataifi, sesame, brakish grapes, lavash, cilantro
Roz AsfarCA$15.00
rice, turmeric, chickpeas, confit garlic, labneh

Pide

Turkish Flatbreads

Beef LahmajounCA$22.00
house pickles, lemon, sumac onions, mint
Confit DuckCA$25.00
warm dates, arugula, cheese
Olive ShakshukaCA$20.00
quail eggs, spicy tapenade, herbs, cheese, tomato sauce
Sudjuk & CheeseCA$22.00
cheese, pickled jalapeno, pomegranate

Skewers

Beef KebabCA$40.00
beef tenderloin, grilled tomato salad, pickled red onions, spicy labneh, lavash
Vegetarian KebabCA$38.00
smoked celeriac, lentil salad, ricotta, red charmoula

Mains

TawookCA$54.00
marinated half chicken, tabbouleh salad, charred vegetables, house pickles, toum
Crusted Lamb SirloinCA$55.00
honey spiced carrots, tarator, taro root chips
Meat Platter (for 2-4 people)CA$100.00
half chicken, beef kofte, pulled lamb, tabbouleh salad, lavash, toum, spicy labneh

Fairouz Feast

a three course chef's tasting menu ideal for sharing between 4 or more guests

Fairouz FeastCA$240.00
Muhammara, Labneh, Hummus Tenderloin, Marinated Olives, Fattoush Salad, 8pcs Pita, Roz Asfar, Meat Platter, Tabbouleh, Knafeh
Extra Person CA$60.00

Dessert

Tahini TrilogyCA$18.00
Tahini Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Tahini Sauce, Tahini Sand, Spiced Nuts
KnafehCA$20.00
Kataifi, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Rose & Cardamom Syrup, Pistachios
Ashta BruleéCA$15.00
Rose Cream, Saffron Mangoes, Hibiscus Mint Fluid Gel, Salted Popcorn, Black Sesame
Baklava CA$8.00
4piece
Baklava CA$16.00
8piece

What 1,509 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Healthy
Ottawa
Vegetarian-friendly
Ottawa
Healthy
Ottawa
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Fairouz Cafe offers a "top quality dining experience" with flavorful dishes like the meat platter and truffle babaganoush. The "warm ambiance" and attentive service complement their unique, beautifully presented food. While a few reviews noted service delays, the overall experience remains "fantastic" for special occasions.

1,509 Reviews

D
Dexter
Ottawa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and ambience if fabulous here. It never disappoints!! Fresh tasty and definitely a treat every time we go. Look forward to dinning with them again soon.
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Jade
Ottawa
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Their Valentines day menu was exactly the tasting experience we like when going to places like this. The quality and quantity were both spot on and everything was super flavourful. Wine paring was a great addition to our experience
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Richard
Ottawa
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Excellent service. 1st time, will definitely return.
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Madeline
Toronto
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service I would definitely go back again!
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OpenTable Diner
Montreal
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I had read great reviews about Fairouz Cafe and was expecting elevated middle eastern food. It was good but not to the level of Sumac in Montreal or Limon in Toronto. The baba ghanoush and fattoush salad were flavorful. The shish tawook and beef kebab were medium quality in terms of cut and marinade. Regarding ambiance, the decor is well intended, acoustics are poor (back of the restaurant). Ok overall.
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John
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great cocktails, delicious food, and a fantastic ambiance with great energy at Fairouz. We’ll be back!
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Jo-Ann
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Despite having a reservation we were placed at a table right up against a big window. It was -25 outside so we shivered throughout entire dinner due to a cold breeze on our backs. Server was not attentive or friendly. Food was good/tasty but portion sizes considerably smaller than the last time we dined there. Overall experience was good but not great.
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Anastasia
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent dining experience! The meat platter was tasty in every bite and the truffle babaganoush was so rich in flavour. I will definitely come back when I get the chance. Our server was lovely and very accommodating to our tables dietary restrictions as well. What a great spot!
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Florence
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely loved our dining experience for a group at Fairouz. The food was flavorful, service was impeccable, warm ambiance. We will definitely return!
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Liam
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Main entrees were both above $50. Delicious and with good music and energy. Good time.
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FAQs

Fairouz Cafe does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Fairouz Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 422-7700.

Fairouz Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1509 OpenTable diners.

Fairouz Cafe does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

15 Rue Clarence St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5P9

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Sussex Drive
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Halal
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Rideau Bus Hub and Metro stop within a few blocks
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Justin Laferriere
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.fairouz.ca/
Phone number
(613) 422-7700
Private party facilities
Our dining room is warm, versatile and eclectic. Designed for unique and intimate gatherings, our space can accommodate up to 42 guests for a seated dinner, or 50 for a standing reception.

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Fairouz Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

26 Ottawa Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Gift card

Fairouz Feast (Group Menu)

Fairouz Happy Hour

Small Bites

Marinated OlivesCA$6.00

Za'atar & Olive OilCA$5.00

Fresh Housemade PitaCA$2.50

Fairouz Dips

MuhammaraCA$14.00

Truffle BabaganoushCA$24.00

Hummus TenderloinCA$28.00

LabnehCA$12.00

Cold Mezze

Hand Rolled Grape LeavesCA$15.00

Fattoush SaladCA$20.00

Hot Mezze

HalloumiCA$22.00

Fried Brussel SproutsCA$18.00

Truffle FriesCA$12.00

Harissa ShrimpCA$28.00

Roz AsfarCA$15.00

Pide

Beef LahmajounCA$22.00

Confit DuckCA$25.00

Olive ShakshukaCA$20.00

Sudjuk & CheeseCA$22.00

Skewers

Beef KebabCA$40.00

Vegetarian KebabCA$38.00

Mains

TawookCA$54.00

Crusted Lamb SirloinCA$55.00

Meat Platter (for 2-4 people)CA$100.00

Fairouz Feast

Fairouz FeastCA$240.00

Extra Person CA$60.00

Dessert

Tahini TrilogyCA$18.00

KnafehCA$20.00

Ashta BruleéCA$15.00

Baklava CA$8.00

Baklava CA$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Fairouz Cafe offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Fairouz Cafe restaurant rated?

Does Fairouz Cafe offer gift cards?

Is Fairouz Cafe currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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