Best Pubs in Ottawa
7 spots, ranked by real community signals — photos, ratings and honest verdicts. We never sell placement.
Updated September 2026
#1The answer
Aulde Dubliner & Pour House - ByWard Market, Ottawa ON
4.4(3,891 reviews)
Lively Irish pub in ByWard Market serving hearty fare and a long list of beers
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#2Heart & Crown - ByWard Market
4.2(3,523 reviews)
Lively Irish pub in the Market where friends gather for pints and pub fare
#3Pour Boy - Somerset
4.5(1,310 reviews)
Neighbourhood pub with elevated bar food and a laid-back vibe locals love
#4Irene's Pub Restaurant
4.5(1,197 reviews)
Hearty pub fare and a welcoming local vibe that keeps regulars coming back
- 🍽️#5
Tavern on the Falls
$$4.2(1,954 reviews)
Waterside pub pouring craft pints and comfort food in a warm, wood-lined space
#6Heart & Crown - Preston Street
$$4.1(1,877 reviews)
Familiar Irish pub pouring pints and pub grub on Preston Street
#7Pubwells on Preston
4.5(637 reviews)
Neighbourhood pub locals rely on for solid comfort plates and a proper pint
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