Gezellig

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

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   Ozzie9331

   Ottawa4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Dinner for 2 to celebrate wife’s birthday. Booked through OpenTable requesting for top floor and was so happy they were able to accommodate this request. Jillian was our waitress for the evening and she was super fun along with the other staff who helped in between the service. The service team really made the experience more enjoyable, it’s great being able to banter with staff that are engaging and social. Food was great from starter/apps to main and dessert. Recommend the Gnudi (appetizer) if it’s being offered; make sure to order some bread because the sauce can’t be missed. Wife had the Quail and I had the Beef Short Rib; both dishes were yummy and each dish had their own distinct flavour profiles. As for dessert, we shared the Chai Tea Crème Brûlée. Portions were spot on for the both of us that I could have easily passed on the dessert but since every dish we ate that evening was yummy, we had to try at least one item. As for drinks, we’re not drinkers but I had their Moscow Mule mocktail and it was good. It was refreshing enough that it cut out the richness of the dishes we ate, so I sipped it throughout dinner. I gave the atmosphere/ambience a 4/5 because there was a lot of empty space that could be filled with large plants (real or fake) to really compliment and add contrast to the warm atmosphere they already have in place. I think having some greenery would also help with reducing some of the ambient noise and chatter from patrons because when it was busy (died down around 9ish) the noise really filled the whole space. Thank you Jillian and Gezellig for the great service and dinner!
   

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   Leah

   Toronto1 review

   3.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   Food was ok. Service was good. They seated us upstairs way in the back by the bathroom in spite of the fact that I made the booking over a month in advance. Yes we brought kids but they were older (9 and 10). Kids had dressed up nicely and were excited to be out at a “nice” place, only to be shoved in a booth far from natural light and other diners. Ruined the Mother’s Day ambiance. Suggest finding another resto if you’re bringing kids for a social occasion (even older kids).
   

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   Bev

   Ottawa2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   It was lackluster for my expectations for brunch in terms of service. I was never offered a coffee refill, the wait staff did not ask how everything was. All-in-all, I wouldn't return for brunch again.
   

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   Yves

   Montreal1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very nice service and very good food..it' an amazing place
   

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   Bailey

   Atlantic Canada4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely birthday dinner, had a lovely cheese plate to start which was relly nice. Not too loud, was able to have conversation
   

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   Robert (Bob)

   Unspecified1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Go to Gezellig several times a year. Feel welcomed
   

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   Dr. Michelle

   Ottawa3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As always, we had a perfect dining experience! Gezellig is our favourite restaurant in the city and it never disappoints. I have a dairy allergy and they are always great to accommodate! It’s easy and stress free (which isn’t the case at all restaurants). I highly recommend!
   

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   Barbara VIP

   Los Angeles298 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Exquisite cuisine and top-notch service are a given here. This visit was no exception. The menu changes, but the experience is consistent. Our server really knew her stuff and guided us well. We went with the Duck and the Scallops this time -- both were excellent!
   

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   Maurice

   Ottawa5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Encore une merveilleuse expérience au Brunch. La poutine vraiment pleine de saveurs (oui un peu hippy comme disait Andrée) et le pain aux bananes très plaisant pour mon bec sucré. Peut-être des tranches un peu plus épaisses? Service sans faille en français avec Andrée et belle visite en fin de repas de Janaina (j'ai correctement épelé son nom cette fois) qui apprécie nos "cours " de français. J'y ai croisé des amis de Vanier, donc la réputation se répand!
   

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    Marie-Élisabeth

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Belle expérience. Les plats de brunch étaient excellents et le service attentionné et efficace. Nous avons même eu du service en français.
    

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