Best Waterfront Restaurants in Hintonburg

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GatineauOttawa

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ByWard MarketCentretownCentretown WestCumberlandDowntownGatineau

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1. Arlo - Ottawa

4.8

Exceptional(869)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Arlo is a neighbourhood restaurant & wine with natural wine, comforting food & good tunes in a laid back and cozy environment. Outdoor seating & private dining available. Chef Jamie Stunt's simple but refined dishes inspired by the people and places we love.

2. Fauna

4.9

Exceptional(1450)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

fauna is about the things we love: eating and drinking with friends and family in a fun space. Our menu is seasonally driven and we support local farmers and producers wherever possible. We love the neighborhood and the space and are so happy to be open in Centretown.We like to have fun in the kitchen. We serve small plates so you can try more than one dish. We use local ingredients wherever possible. We’re inspired by where we live, places we’ve been and things we’d like to do.

A photo of Prohibition Public House restaurant

3. Prohibition Public House

4.7

Exceptional(102)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

Prohibition House is a modern Canadian gastropub designed in a New York style, offering cocktails and contemporary Canadian cuisine in a space adorned with wood elements and vintage decor. Since its inception in 2016, Prohibition has become a cornerstone of the Centretown restaurant scene.

A photo of Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa restaurant

4. Tosca Ristorante - Ottawa

4.6

Exceptional(1131)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Ottawa's upscale Italian restaurant in the heart of Ottawa's downtown core.Tosca Ristorante offers a magnificent blend of traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine in surroundings nothing short of sheer elegance. As soon as you walk in you will be greeted with a combination of traditional Italian color ways of patina, stone, and rich wood. This essence has been incorporated in every detail of this charming and sophisticated restaurant and bar; from Tosca's creative Italian menu and selected wine list, to the inviting interiors providing for a comfortable, intimate and memorable experience.

A photo of Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier restaurant

5. Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5

Awesome(1867)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 31 times today

The Capital's social place for for drinks, dining, and other delights. Zoe's is an aristocratic social space with a modern edge, infused with the soul of Lady Zoe Laurier, whose taste and cultivation lives on forever. Impeccable culinary delights, timeless tea service, and compelling new cocktail culture. This is a place to gather, gossip, and fall in love with the city all over again.

6. La Terrasse

4.3

Awesome(854)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Canadian • ByWard Market

Booked 16 times today

We warmly welcome walk-in guests Every Day , while reservations are available Monday through Sunday. We do not take Reservations between 6pm-8pm . We look forward to welcoming you to Ottawa’s most extraordinary patio view.Sunset cocktails as Parliament Hill bathes in golden light, intimate dinners under the stars, and memories framed by Ottawa's most iconic view. Your summer moments deserve this backdrop.Open for lunch and dinner, we've designed the ultimate summer oasis overlooking the city.

7. Alora

4.4

Awesome(77)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • ByWard Market

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to Alora, where a vibrant atmosphere meets exquisite cuisine in Ottawa’s downtown ByWard Market. With a cozy yet stylish ambiance, Alora is perfect for social nights out, romantic dinners, fun gatherings, and memorable celebrations.Our menu features a diverse array of shareable options that cater to all tastes. Whether you’re craving a juicy steak, crab and seafood, or a delicious vegetarian option, or share with our delectable tapas-like starters and our famous land & sea sharing board, designed to ignite your taste buds. Enjoy elevated cocktails expertly crafted by our skilled mixologists, or a selection of specialty drinks that perfectly complement your meal. On Fridays and Saturdays, our live DJ elevates the energy throughout the night, taking Alora from a dining destination into a vibrant nightlife spot, inviting guests to let loose and have fun. In the summertime, don’t miss our stunning rooftop with its own dedicated bar and unwind under the stars.

8. JOEY Rideau

4.5

Awesome(226)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • ByWard Market

Booked 53 times today

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.

9. JOEY Lansdowne

4.7

Exceptional(284)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • The Glebe

Booked 75 times today

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. The darling of Ottawa’s historic Lansdowne Park has a spacious lounge and dining room, and a seasonal patio that employs exposed brick and beams for a sleek yet approachable feel.

10. Al's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(570)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 24 times today

Classic steakhouse meals define the cuisine at Al’s: certified Angus beef, fresh fish, a variety of delicious appetizers and salads fill the menu. It’s perfectly complemented by classic cocktails, an extensive wine list, and uncompromising service.Al’s is the first and only restaurant in Ottawa to cook its beef on live charcoal, giving steaks their distinctive signature taste. Al’s famous garlic salad dressing is included on a starter salad with most meals, and is bottled and sold in-house and in grocery stores throughout the city.Open daily for lunch and dinner Al’s has ample free parking, can host over 100 diners in private events, and features a menu that will satisfy all tastes.

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Ophélie
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very good place and service, also the food !
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Arlo - OttawaPrice: Very Expensive• Continental• Downtown
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4.8
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Shalini
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our waiter was wonderful and engaging. The service was great. The food was average.
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Tosca Ristorante - OttawaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.6
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Zach
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fantastic experience from Top to bottom! Thank you to all the staff, we will be back
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FaunaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Downtown
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4.9
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Ruth
Ottawa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We were made to feel very welcome by all the staff, and the tea was made correctly
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Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau LaurierPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Downtown
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4.5
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Maxime
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 28, 2025
The selection of alchoolic beverages is pretty good, cocktails like sangria was tasty, the appetizers were delicious as our main dishes. The terrace is nice and got rooms for a good amount of tables. Thanks to all the staff, from the kitchen to the table.
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Prohibition Public HousePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Downtown
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4.7

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