Alora

Name: Alora
Address: 34 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1N 5P3
Telephone: (613) 562-4955
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (79)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

International

34 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 5P3

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2 people

Jul 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot
Lively

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
International, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(613) 562-4955
Website
https://aloraottawa.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Elevate your next event with our stunning venue options! Choose from our private mezzanine, rooftop, or even rent the entire restaurant for a truly unforgettable experience.

Location
34 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 5P3
Neighborhood
ByWard Market
Cross street
Clarence and Sussex
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Near Rideau Centre stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Crispy Crab BitesCA$26.00
Crab | Crispy Rice | Avocado Mousse | Spicy Mayo | Red Chili
Parm FriesCA$15.00
Sweet Potato & Crispy Fries | Parmesan | Dill | Lemon Garlic Aioli
Fried ChickenCA$23.00
Marinated & Hand-Breaded Chicken | Hot Honey Drizzle | Basil Aioli or Korean Chili Sauce | Sesame Seeds | Basil Aioli
Whipped FetaCA$23.00
Feta | Ricotta | Thyme | Oregano | Pesto | Blistered Tomatoes | Pistachio | Grilled Flatbread
Tuna TacosCA$25.00
Chili Soy Tuna | Wonton | Avocado | Cucumber | Sesame | Ponzu
SlidersCA$22.00
Canadian Angus Beef | Caramelized Onion | Crispy Bacon | Pickle | Cheddar | Burger Sauce | Toasted Brioche
Bang Bang BroccoliCA$19.00
Panko Crusted Broccoli | Toasted Sesame | Thai Chili Sauce | Peanut Sauce
Lobster RollCA$34.00
100% Canadian Lobster | House Remoulade | Brioche Bun | Crispy Fries

Sushi

Crunchy Shrimp RollCA$24.00
Crispy Shrimp | Chili Mayo | Avocado | Cucumber | Green Onion
Sesame Tuna RollCA$26.00
Seared Tuna | Sesame Seeds | Crispy Leeks | Avocado | Thai Basil | Citrus Chili Soy

Salads

Caesar SaladCA$20.00
Romaine | Parmesan | Crispy Bacon | Garlic Croutons | Grilled Lemon
- Grilled ShrimpCA$14.00
Spring Beet SaladCA$24.00
Baby Beets | Spring Mix | Grilled Asparagus | Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette | Crumbled Feta | Pine Nuts
West Coast SaladCA$30.00
Spring Mix | Avocado | Grilled Shrimp Smokey | Cashews | Heirloom Tomatoes | Cashew & Black Garlic Vinaigrette | Grilled Red Onion

Sharing Board

Land & SeaCA$285.00
Tomahawk Steak | 2x Garlic Lobster Tails | Grilled Shrimp | Button Mushrooms | Market Vegetables | Fingerling Potatoes | Bordelaise Sauce | Garlic Aioli | Bread & Whipped Butter
- Pistachio Lamb ChopsCA$18.00
Tommie for 2CA$195.00
Tomahawk Steak | Market Veg | Confit Potatoes

Mains

NY Striploin SteakCA$57.00
10 oz Prime Striploin | Seasonal Vegetable | Herb Butter Fingerling Potatoes | Roasted Garlic Aioli
Seafood PastaCA$58.00
Garlic Lobster Tail | Grilled Shrimp | Fettuccine | Basil Cream | Blistered Cherry Tomatoes | Sesame Chili Oil | Parmesan | Bread Crumb
Grilled ChickenCA$46.00
Grilled Half Chicken | Harissa Vinaigrette | Seasonal Vegetable | Fingerling Potatoes
Half Rack LambCA$49.00
Rosemary Pistachio Crusted Lamb | Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato | Zucchini | Carrots | Bordelaise
HalibutCA$47.00
Pan Seared Halibut | Pea puree | Shaved Fennel | Grilled Asparagus | Lemon Potatoes | Dill Oil
Cauliflower SteakCA$32.00
Grilled Cauliflower | Toasted Pine Nuts | Romesco | Pickled Shallots | Crumbled Goat Cheese | Mustard Vinaigrette
Poke BowlCA$33.00
Agave Marinated Tuna | Nori | Compressed Pineapple | Grilled Red Onions | Edamame | Cucumber | Red Cabbage | Tequila Lime Créma | Pickled Jalapeno | Turmeric Rice Puff

Add-Ons

Grilled ShrimpCA$14.00
Garlic Lobster TailCA$27.00
Market VegetablesCA$12.00
Bread & Whipped ButterCA$7.00

What 79 people are saying

Alora reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Great for creative cocktails
Ottawa
Hot spot
Ottawa
Great for live music
Ottawa
Lively
Ottawa
Great for creative cocktails
Ottawa
Hot spot
Ottawa
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Alora delights with its "awesome atmosphere and vibe" and "friendly and engaging" staff. Guests rave about the "crispy crab sushi" and "fantastic" appetizers. While some find the noise level high, the energetic ambiance and "top-notch" service make it a memorable dining destination. Highly recommended for a lively gathering!

79 Reviews

M
MJ
Ottawa3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Many options to choose from on the menus (terrace and restaurant), food was delicious and the service was impeccable. Date Night was memorable, definitely going back🤩
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cynthia
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Alora is an amazing spot, food was amazing, music was good, service very friendly, we will definitely go back!
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Matthew
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, and a fun time. The crab bites appetizer was fantastic and the drinks perfect.
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Gale
Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Excellent food and service…highly recommend both the crispy crab sushi and the lamb.
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Jasmine
Los Angeles13 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I recently dined at Alora with high hopes, but unfortunately, the experience fell short. We were looking forward to a special date night, especially coming from Toronto, but the food was mediocre at best. I ordered the tomahawk steak, which was a disappointment. The menu didn’t specify the ounces, and now I understand why—there was an abundance of fat. We requested it cooked medium rare, but it arrived well done. We tried our best to enjoy the meal since we were hungry, but it just didn’t hit the mark. The highlight of the evening was definitely the bottle of champagne we ordered. Overall, the experience left much to be desired, and we wont be returning.
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Kyle
Ottawa1 review
4.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic. Food was awesome, service was friendly, prompt, but not overbearing. Atmosphere was also great. Highly recommend.
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Joe
Ottawa1 review
4.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Awesome atmosphere and vibe, Alex, Sullivan and Derek are very friendly and engaging, the food is very good, it’s my go to place for dinner whenever I have friends visiting from out of town.
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Rania
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time dinning at Alora! Excellent service. From the hostess to our waitress. Prag was a gem.
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derek VIP
Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Don’t eat here if you have food allergies! Noted issue in our reservation and confirmed twice with server. Food arrived covered in item flagged. Sent it back and it was returned a few minutes later. The kitchen picked most-but not all-out and sent it back! This speaks to an unprofessional kitchen, poorly trained table staff, and absolute disrespect for the customer. AND ITS DANGEROUS. It’s a cute place. Young staff trying hard. Menu was out of many items. Dishes ordered couldn’t be filled etc. Other guests in our party were satisfied with their food, and the fish tacos were praised. Salads bland and overpriced. We were comped the offending dish. Was not invited to order something else. Ate $15 fries and a $29 drink (which was delicious)and left hungry. This isn’t a serious restaurant. Lots of better (and safer) options in Canada’s capital.
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Jaina
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time at Alora, the steak was a little fatty but the flavour was amazing. The service was top notch and the drinks were lovely.
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FAQs

Alora is rated 4.4 stars by 79 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

34 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 5P3

Additional information

Cross street
Clarence and Sussex
Neighborhood
ByWard Market
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
International, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Near Rideau Centre stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://aloraottawa.com/
Phone number
(613) 562-4955
Private party facilities
Elevate your next event with our stunning venue options! Choose from our private mezzanine, rooftop, or even rent the entire restaurant for a truly unforgettable experience.

Alora

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Starters

Crispy Crab BitesCA$26.00

Parm FriesCA$15.00

Fried ChickenCA$23.00

Whipped FetaCA$23.00

Tuna TacosCA$25.00

SlidersCA$22.00

Bang Bang BroccoliCA$19.00

Lobster RollCA$34.00

Sushi

Crunchy Shrimp RollCA$24.00

Sesame Tuna RollCA$26.00

Salads

Caesar SaladCA$20.00

Spring Beet SaladCA$24.00

West Coast SaladCA$30.00

Sharing Board

Land & SeaCA$285.00

Tommie for 2CA$195.00

Mains

NY Striploin SteakCA$57.00

Seafood PastaCA$58.00

Grilled ChickenCA$46.00

Half Rack LambCA$49.00

HalibutCA$47.00

Cauliflower SteakCA$32.00

Poke BowlCA$33.00

Add-Ons

Grilled ShrimpCA$14.00

Garlic Lobster TailCA$27.00

Market VegetablesCA$12.00

Bread & Whipped ButterCA$7.00

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