Best Restaurants in Ottawa
170 spots, ranked by real community signals — photos, ratings and honest verdicts. We never sell placement.
#1Agha Turkish Restaurant Ottawa
4.8(12,911 reviews)
Authentic Turkish dishes drawing crowds for generous portions and warm hospitality
#2Mandarin Restaurant
$$4.8(10,359 reviews)
All-you-can-eat buffet bringing families together over local & Chinese favourites
- 🍽️#3
Gyubee Japanese Grill (Merivale)
$$4.9(8,114 reviews)
All-you-can-eat Japanese BBQ where you grill premium cuts at your own table
- 🍽️#4
JOEY Rideau
$$4.7(11,287 reviews)
Relaxed contemporary hub where international plates meet locals at the patio bar
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JOEY Lansdowne
$$4.7(10,261 reviews)
Contemporary comfort for every occasion, from patio hangs to date nights
#6Masakali Indian Resto Bar
4.8(6,078 reviews)
Vibrant Indian flavours and warm hospitality that bring friends and family together
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Gyubee Japanese Grill (Ottawa)
$$$4.8(4,515 reviews)
All-you-can-eat yakiniku where families and groups grill premium cuts tableside
#8Pita Bell Kabab
$4.7(5,284 reviews)
Charcoal-grilled halal kebabs that keep locals coming back for more
- 🍽️#9
Royal Rooster Shawarma
$$4.6(6,105 reviews)
Casual Ottawa go-to packing fresh, generously portioned shawarma loved by locals
#10Saffron Kabab Restaurant
$$4.8(4,137 reviews)
Generous kabab platters bring families back again and again
#11Dosa King South Indian Restaurant | Bar
4.7(4,094 reviews)
Crispy dosas and South Indian comfort that draws families back again and again
#12Mill Street Brew Pub Ottawa
$$4.4(6,346 reviews)
Craft brews and classic pub fare in a spacious brewpub locals return to again and again
#13Juice Dudez
$$4.7(3,527 reviews)
Fresh-pressed juices and açaí bowls that bring the whole city together
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Red Lobster
$$4.4(6,023 reviews)
Casual seafood chain that Ottawa families trust for lobster, shrimp and Cheddar Bay Biscuits
#15Level One Game Pub
$$4.6(4,107 reviews)
Thousands of board and video games pair with craft beer and comfort snacks
#16LOCAL Public Eatery Lansdowne
$$4.6(3,997 reviews)
#17Jack's Hunt Club
$$4.5(4,176 reviews)
Legendary chicken fingers and fishbowls keep the crowds coming back
#18Chez Lucien
$$4.6(3,297 reviews)
Late-night tavern famous for juicy burgers, hearty comfort eats and craft beer
#19Jack Astor's Bar & Grill Lansdowne
$$4.5(3,832 reviews)
Sports bar comfort with casual all-day appeal and lively group-friendly energy
#20Zak's Diner
$$4.2(6,907 reviews)
Round-the-clock diner loved for all-day breakfast and poutine with St. Albert curds
#21Shawarma Palace
$4.3(5,003 reviews)
Casual spot where friends pile in late for Ottawa's beloved shawarma
#22Pelican Seafood Market & Grill
$$4.6(2,850 reviews)
Classic seafood in an industrial-chic space that draws crowds for good reason
#23The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Hunt Club
$$$4.5(3,110 reviews)
Classic steaks and seafood in a stylish setting that brings people together
#24The Green Door Restaurant & Bakery
$$4.6(2,393 reviews)
Casual vegetarian buffet where locals load up on seasonal, organic dishes by weight
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