JOEY Rideau

4.5 (177)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

50 Rideau St 106, Ottawa, ON K1N 9J7

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2 people

May 22, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 90 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Canadian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(613) 680-5639
Website
https://joeyrestaurants.com/location/joey-rideau
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Our dedicated event teams are here to cater to your every need and make any occasion memorable, allowing you to relax and fully enjoy the moment. Let our expertise and attention to detail turn your vision into a flawless reality. For more information visit our website at https://www.joeyrestaurants.com/private-events
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
50 Rideau St 106, Ottawa, ON K1N 9J7
Neighborhood
ByWard Market
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

What 177 people are saying

JOEY Rideau 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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Most Booked
Ottawa
Hot spot
Ottawa
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

JOEY Rideau offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent food" and "outstanding service." The diverse menu includes flavorful dishes like steak sushi, chicken parmesan, and lettuce wraps. Diners appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff" and the "great vibe." However, some guests noted occasional service delays and reservation mishaps.

177 Reviews

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Susan
Toronto1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
This was not the experience we were hoping for our daughter’s 16th bday. A solid restaurant but had a miss last evening.
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Beryl
Ottawa2 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I visited Joey Rideau last night for my anniversary dinner and it didn't disappoint! Despite being so crowded, servers were thoughtful and engaging. The food was marvelous - a great mix of flavour combinations and I also appreciated the kitchen serving shared dishes in two separate plates- while maintaining presentation. The cocktails we tried were also really good with a unique blend of flavour profiles. Dim lights and contemporary music uplifted the ambience, while the acoustics ensured noise decibels didn't reach a disturbing level, despite the restaurant being at full capacity. Definitely worth a second visit!
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V
Toronto6 reviews
1.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Ordered the ahi tuna salad and got it served with an insect in it. Disgusting!!
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Bob VIP
Jacksonville3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service second to none!! Food was fantastic! Mediterranean Bowel & Chicken Parmesan.
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Hai-Yen
Montreal / Quebec1 review
3.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good but the portions were too small, not good value.
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Ahmed VIP
Ottawa3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Très bonne nourriture et très bon service. Un grand merci à Pia.
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Patrick
Ottawa2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Let me preface this by the fact that I worked in The service industry for 15 plus years. Everything was great, it’s just their hostess, she called herself a team leader, well she just added drama where there really didn’t need to be any. We got there on time for Mother’s Day dinner but for some reason with 9 tables open and full wait staff setting the tables. We were asked to sit and wait. She the proceeded to sit three tables before us?! This left a bit of a bad taste in my mouth as we waited 15 minutes to be seated and people that arrived after us were seated before us. Food was excellent as always and our waitress was equally great! Just an overzealous hostess!
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Carl
Ottawa1 review
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Tip levels should start at 15%, not 18%. I don’t think there is an option to customize either but not sure. Food prep inconsistent. The burger and fries were great, the Mes bowl as not. ( overly spiced and rice was clumpy). service was very average.
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Coleen
Ottawa10 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
everything was good, my only complaint would be that we thought there was a brunch option for Mother's Day and there was not. we went fairly early {11:30} and weren't really wanting lunch. Other than that the food was good and the service was excellent
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Salimata
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was just excellent from de starter to the desert It’s better to reserve for less wait.
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FAQs

JOEY Rideau offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 680-5639.

JOEY Rideau is rated 4.5 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 90 times today

50 Rideau St 106, Ottawa, ON K1N 9J7

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
ByWard Market
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Canadian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://joeyrestaurants.com/location/joey-rideau
Phone number
(613) 680-5639
Private party facilities
Our dedicated event teams are here to cater to your every need and make any occasion memorable, allowing you to relax and fully enjoy the moment. Let our expertise and attention to detail turn your vision into a flawless reality. For more information visit our website at https://www.joeyrestaurants.com/private-events

JOEY Rideau

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About this restaurant

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What 177 people are saying

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Review summary

FAQs

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