Where to go in Ottawa: 10 best restaurants 2026

Current ranking based on review analysis and technical signals.

Highlights

Full ranking

1. JOEY Rideau · ⭐ 9.5

(11372 reviews)


JOEY Rideau — Restaurant
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50 Rideau St E106, Ottawa, ON K1N 9J7, Canada

JOEY Rideau: where to go in downtown OttawaThe JOEY flagship on Rideau St is a must-visit for anyone after dependable global cuisine in a li…

«The service, the location, the staff — all
The tuna burger is unbeatable and a tasty…»

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2. JOEY Lansdowne · ⭐ 9.5

(10326 reviews)


JOEY Lansdowne — Restaurant
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825 Exhibition Way Unit 103, Ottawa, ON K1S 5J3, Canada

JOEY Lansdowne: a proven pick in Lansdowne ParkThe Lansdowne JOEY is among the district's best-reviewed restaurants (4.7, 10,000+). A must-v…

«Was here twice last week with a friend and for a business meeting. Tasty food (the ribeye…»

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3. Bâton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar · ⭐ 8.9

(3555 reviews)


Bâton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar — Restaurant
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360 Albert St Unit 110, Ottawa, ON K1R 7X7, Canada

Cuisine: Steak & grill

Bâton Rouge: ribs and steaksA 4.4-rated grillhouse — a reliable choice for a meaty dinner in downtown Ottawa.What sets it apartSignature BBQ…

«Stopped in yesterday for lunch with a group and had a wonderful experience. We tried the M…»

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4. Chez Lucien · ⭐ 9.3

(3302 reviews)


Chez Lucien — Restaurant
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137 Murray St, Ottawa, ON K1N 7E3, Canada

Chez Lucien: a burger and a jukeboxThis cult Ottawa bistro-pub is a must-visit for its burger and homey warmth. A 4.6 and a devoted local cr…

«Visited Ottawa on a Friday. We arrived for lunch around noon. It was already fairly crowde…»

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5. Wilf & Ada's (No reservations) · ⭐ 9.3

(2211 reviews)


Wilf & Ada's (No reservations) — Restaurant
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510 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1Z4, Canada

Wilf & Ada's: a brunch worth lining up forNo reservations and a sidewalk queue — and it's Ottawa's must-visit breakfast. A 4.6 and the statu…

«Loved absolutely everything about this place. You can really feel their passion for suppor…»

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6. Cocotte Bistro · ⭐ 8.9

(1898 reviews)


Cocotte Bistro — Restaurant
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123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L9, Canada

Cocotte Bistro: French classics downtownAn intimate, 4.4-rated bistro — a must-visit for fans of French cuisine in Ottawa.What sets it apart…

«My husband and I had a wonderful dinner at Cocotte Bistro. The staff are wonderful and ver…»

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7. Riviera Ottawa · ⭐ 9.3

(1669 reviews)


Riviera Ottawa — Restaurant
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62 Sparks St., Ottawa, ON K1P 5A5, Canada

Riviera: Ottawa's most beautiful roomA former bank turned restaurant — a must-visit for the space alone. A 4.6 and a reputation as one of th…

«This is one of my favourite spots in Ottawa, the service always seems to be top-notch, and…»

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8. Gezellig · ⭐ 9.3

(1582 reviews)


Gezellig — Restaurant
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337 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E7, Canada

Gezellig: Westboro cosinessA 4.6-rated modern bistro — a good choice for dinner in one of Ottawa's loveliest neighbourhoods.What sets it apa…

«Expectations met!
Having experienced Beckta, we had high expectations for its sister resta…»

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9. Rabbit Hole · ⭐ 8.7

(1483 reviews)


Rabbit Hole — Restaurant
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208 Sparks St., Ottawa, ON K1P 5N2, Canada

Rabbit Hole: Four Bars Deep in a 130-Year-Old Building
Rabbit Hole is less a bar than a choose-your-own-adventure. Behind a heritage facade…

«Ordered the "Red 2," the crab cakes, and the red berry mousse cake.
Great food, great atmo…»

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10. Prohibition Public House · ⭐ 9.1

(1256 reviews)


Prohibition Public House — Restaurant
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337 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K2P 0J8, Canada

Prohibition: a 1920s vibeA 4.5-rated themed pub — a must-visit for anyone who loves cocktails and a speakeasy atmosphere.What sets it apartA…

«A completely unplanned dinner at Prohibition Public House turned into an absolutely wonder…»

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At a glance

# Place Score Reviews Stands out for
1 JOEY Rideau ⭐ 9.5 11 372 Editors' pick
2 JOEY Lansdowne ⭐ 9.5 10 326
3 Bâton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar ⭐ 8.9 3 555
4 Chez Lucien ⭐ 9.3 3 302
5 Wilf & Ada's (No reservations) ⭐ 9.3 2 211
6 Cocotte Bistro ⭐ 8.9 1 898
7 Riviera Ottawa ⭐ 9.3 1 669
8 Gezellig ⭐ 9.3 1 582
9 Rabbit Hole ⭐ 8.7 1 483
10 Prohibition Public House ⭐ 9.1 1 256

Questions & answers

Which place tops the ranking? JOEY Rideau — score 9.5/10 (Editors' pick).

How many places are in the list and how were they chosen? The selection includes 10 places chosen by our editors based on rating and reviews.

What is the average rating in the top? 9.2/10 — average score of 10 places in the list.

Data is refreshed monthly. Sources: ottawa-trend.com and editorial picks based on reviews.

Редакція ottawa-trend.com відібрала найцікавіше за рейтингами й відгуками Google, вивчивши офіційні сторінки, соцмережі закладів та інші відкриті джерела. Станом на July 2026.

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