Restaurant · in Ottawa · ⭐ 9.7/10 · 1252 reviews
Address: 1335 Wellington St. W, Ottawa, ON K1Y 3B7
Supply and Demand: The Raw Bar Ottawa Fights Over
The hardest reservation in Ottawa’s west end isn’t a hotel penthouse — it’s a seat at the raw bar of Supply and Demand. The Wellington West room, on the border where Westboro meets Hintonburg, hums nightly with oyster shells, extruded-that-morning pasta and the kind of convivial noise that only happens when everyone in the room knows they got lucky with the booking.
The Concept
Chef Steve Wall and his wife Jennifer opened Supply and Demand in early 2013, and the food world noticed fast: enRoute magazine placed it among Canada’s best new restaurants that first year, and the Canada’s 100 Best list has kept it in national conversation since. The premise never changed — seafood and handmade pasta, a raw bar that’s always full, and a short seasonal menu with zero filler.
What to Order
Oysters first, always. Then the squid ink rigatoni — the dish that built the cult — or the butternut squash ravioli, the shrimp toast with whipped roe, house-made sausage and whatever fish the day delivered. Even the kale salad has its own fan club. The menu shifts with the seasons and sells out of favourites without apology.
The Space
Cozy verging on boisterous: a warm, modern, close-quarters room where the open kitchen and raw bar set the tempo and neighbouring tables become part of the evening. Polished without stiffness — the noise is the sound of a restaurant winning.
Who It’s For
Serious eaters who plan a week ahead, oyster loyalists, date nights with something to prove — and anyone building a case that Ottawa’s food scene punches above its weight.
Good to Know
Do I need a reservation? Effectively yes — book well ahead; the room is small and the following is not.
What’s the signature dish? The squid ink rigatoni, with the raw bar as the mandatory opening act.
Is the pasta really made in-house? Daily — extruded and hand-formed on site.
Is it loud? Lively — this is a social room; come for energy, not for hushed tasting-menu silence.
Any seats without booking? Occasionally at the bar early in the evening — arrive at opening and hope.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Tuesday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Wednesday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Thursday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Friday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 17:00–22:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 17:59:18
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I've been to Supply and Demand a few times over the past few years, and my husband and I decided to go back for his birthday. I have to say this most recent visit was the best! We were warmly greeted by the hostess at th…
You'll probably find this place in most restaurant guides, and for good reason. Their food is wonderful, and the service flawless. I'd recommend 4 or 5 dishes if there are just two of you. Their appetizers are wonderful.…
A very pleasant art-deco atmosphere with bar service. The hostesses and servers were very polite. The food was perfectly seasoned and cooked. The kale salad, roasted duck, tuna crudo and bucatini were incredible. The lem…
I think if you want a table, it's better to book one. The prices are moderate. The nice thing is their pasta comes in both small and large portions, so you can try different kinds if you like. All the food was tasty — ev…
My friend and I have been to this restaurant a few times. It's become a bit of a tradition for us, because the food is consistently exceptional. Even the bread and house-made butter are memorable, which speaks to the car…