Gezellig

4.8 (488)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

337 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E7

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2 people

May 2, 2025

May 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 56 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

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

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Global, International, Market Cuisine
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 680-9086
Website
http://www.gezelligdining.ca/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
337 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E7
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Located on the corner of Richmond Rd. and Churchill St.
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Pear & Parsnip Soup
for every soup ordered, a contribution will be made to The Ottawa Food Bank
Gezellig Canadian Greens
whipped feta, sun dried tomato vinaigrette, crispy caper, crouton, cucumber
Salmon Gravlax Egg Benedict
English muffin, dill crème fraîche, poached egg, hollandaise, home fries *vegetarian option available
Gezellig Breakfast Sandwich
buttermilk biscuit, fried egg, country smoked bacon, gruyère, roasted garlic aioli, greens *vegetarian option available
Gezellig Huevos
poached egg, beans, corn, pico de gallo, chorizo sausage, avocado, jalapeño mornay, corn tortilla *vegetarian option available
Breakfast Poutine
beef brisket, baked beans, home fries, cheese curds, hollandaise sauce, poached egg
Tomatoes on Toast
challah bread, mushroom & nut patê, tomatoes, cucumber, poached egg, garlic aioli, balsamic reduction
Banana Bread French Toast
cinnamon, brown butter & spiced rum caramel, chantilly, raspberry jam
Selection of Artisanal Cheeses
organic honey, crostini
“Butterfinger”
peanut butter, chocolate, graham cookie, dulce de leche
Chai Crème Brûlée
ginger cookie

KIDS

Banana Bread French Toast & Fresh FruitCA$10.00
Mini BreakfastCA$10.00
eggs, home fries, toast

DRINKS

MimosaCA$9.00
CaesarCA$11.00
Kir RoyaleCA$14.00
Aperol SpritzCA$12.00
Fruit JuiceCA$4.00
Sparkling WaterCA$8.00
Happy Goat CoffeeCA$4.00
EspressoCA$3.50
LatteCA$5.00
CappuccinoCA$4.00

ADD ONS

Side BaconCA$4.00
Poached EggCA$2.00
Side Home FriesCA$5.00

What 488 people are saying

Gezellig reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Most Booked
Ottawa
Great for brunch
Ottawa
Contemporary Canadian
Ottawa
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Gezellig in Ottawa offers a stellar dining experience with "excellent food and service." Known for its brunch, lunch, and dinner, the restaurant boasts a "beautiful menu" and "welcoming ambiance." Guests praise the "innovative menu concept" and "impeccable service," making it ideal for special occasions or a casual meal. Highly recommended!

488 Reviews

J
Jennifer
Ottawa10 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lunch consisted of two plates for $30. I started with a radichio salad which was excellent. A little on the skimpy side. It was followed by prawns and udon noodles with red peppers and had a little spice but very nice. It was just a little skimpy but delicious and in the end with both dishes, the meal was sufficient. Service was good and seating was very nice, beside a window.
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Susan
Ottawa5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service in a nice ambience. Food was good but not wow. Enjoyed the house sparkling wine.
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Caryn
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is pricey, but SO good. From the specialty cocktails, the food, the ambiance, and the excellent service everything was spot on.
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Maurice
Ottawa4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Expérience gastronomique garantie. Le Gezellig pour célébrer un anniversaire, ça ne déçoit jamais. Cette soupe poire et panais nous a subjugués. Les crevettes sur nouilles udon très asiatique et succulente. La crème brûlée au thé vert sublime, même si pas aussi excitante que celle à la framboise/pisstaches/chocolat noir. Enfin le service suave de Andrée en français SVP, magique. La visite en fin de repas de Jainina très agréable. Et merci pour le sorbet en cadeau de fête!!! Espérons une occasion d'y retourner très très bientôt.
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Marie
Montreal29 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Difficult to get to as there is no parking, unlike Bekta which has lots of public parking areas.
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Deanna VIP
Ottawa3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the service, food, and especially the food for my 15 month old daughter! Whoever designed the kids menu knows kids and it was very refreshing to eat at a place where I didn’t have to do any extra food prep, my daughter could just eat everything as-is
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Amy
Ottawa9 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated our anniversary for the 3rd year in a row at Gezellig. I finally ordered the fried eggplant as I’ve been tempted to order last few visits but didn’t . It was the best meal I’ve had there yet. So delicious. Hubby had the short ribs and they were equally good. We were treated to a sparkling wine toast which was a really nice touch. Perfect spot for a special celebration. Highly recommend.
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Robert
Ottawa13 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent lunch menu with great choices. Service was very good too.
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Michelle
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful brunch experience. Really innovative menu concept. Everything we ordered was so delicious!! The breakfast poutine and banana bread French toast is a must try. Will definitely be returning to try their dinner menu. Highly recommend!
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Dominique
Ottawa7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's one of our favourite restaurants in Ottawa. The food is always delicious, and the sable fish is to die for!
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Gezellig is rated 4.8 stars by 488 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 56 times today

337 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E7

Additional information

Cross street
Located on the corner of Richmond Rd. and Churchill St.
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Global, International, Market Cuisine
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.gezelligdining.ca/
Phone number
(613) 680-9086

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MENU

Pear & Parsnip Soup

Gezellig Canadian Greens

Salmon Gravlax Egg Benedict

Gezellig Breakfast Sandwich

Gezellig Huevos

Breakfast Poutine

Tomatoes on Toast

Banana Bread French Toast

Selection of Artisanal Cheeses

“Butterfinger”

Chai Crème Brûlée

KIDS

Banana Bread French Toast & Fresh FruitCA$10.00

Mini BreakfastCA$10.00

DRINKS

MimosaCA$9.00

CaesarCA$11.00

Kir RoyaleCA$14.00

Aperol SpritzCA$12.00

Fruit JuiceCA$4.00

Sparkling WaterCA$8.00

Happy Goat CoffeeCA$4.00

EspressoCA$3.50

LatteCA$5.00

CappuccinoCA$4.00

ADD ONS

Side BaconCA$4.00

Poached EggCA$2.00

Side Home FriesCA$5.00

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