Gitanes

Name: Gitanes
Address: 361 Elgin Street, Unit 6, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K2P 1M7
Telephone: (613) 562-0699
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (655)

CAN$51 and over

French

361 Elgin Street, Unit 6, Ottawa, ON K2P 1M7

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem

At Gitanes we serve French cuisine using Canadian ingredients. Seafood off the raw bar is fresh and sustainably sourced. A local favourite in Ottawa fine dining known for the romantic ambiance, chef-driven menu and extensive wine cellar.

For the full experience try the tasting menu with wine pairings. Book the Chef's Table for a deep dive into our culinary program with chef Mitch Lacombe.

Find us in Centretown on lively Elgin Street, tucked down the ramp. Street parking available.

À bientôt!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
French, Wine Bar, Seafood
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(613) 562-0699
Website
https://www.gitanes.co/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Mitch Lacombe
Private party facilities
Inquire at info@gitanes.co for large group bookings and buyouts. Large groups of up to 30 can be accommodated in our back room. Our restaurant can accommodate a 55 person indoor buyout, and the patio can be used for additional capacity.

Location
361 Elgin Street, Unit 6, Ottawa, ON K2P 1M7
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Elgin Street, between Frank and Waverly.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Tasting
CA$145.00 per person
Multiple dates available
The Chef’s Table is a lively, kitchen-side dining experience, cooked and served by our talented team of chefs. This immersive experience offers a deep dive into our culinary program, featuring premium ingredients and exclusive off-menu preparations. Wine pairings are available. Please note a minimum party size of 2 guests is required. Advance notice of allergies and dietary restrictions is required. Please note that Tasting Menus are not suitable for plant-based diets, dairy-free diners or those who cannot enjoy seafood. This experience lasts approximately 2–3 hours.
Tasting Menu
CA$105.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Four courses of share plates, featuring a selection of cold bar offerings, thoughtfully crafted appetizers, a bold protein main event and something sweet for dessert. Available at any table or bar seat in the restaurant (other than Chef’s Table). Wine pairings are available. Please note a minimum party size of 2 guests is required. Advance notice of allergies and dietary restrictions is required. Please note that Tasting Menus are not suitable for plant-based diets, dairy-free diners or those who cannot enjoy seafood.
Group Menu - 3 Course Share Plates
CA$85.00 per person
Multiple dates available
At $85 per person we can arrange a beautiful 3 course dinner plated in a family-style sharing format. Please note this experience is not dairy free or suitable for plant based diets. *We require a pre-fix menu selection for parties of 9 or more. We do not have our à la carte menu available to large groups. *The reservation time limit is 3 hours.

Popular dishes

SEAFOOD PLATTER
- S CA$120.00
- L CA$215.00
½ DOZEN OYSTERSCA$23.00
RAZOR CLAMSCA$22.00
pear, buttermilk, ramps
CHILLED MUSSELSCA$23.00
saffron aioli, espelette pepper
½ LOBSTERCA$40.00
calamansi beurre blanc
SNOW CRABCA$40.00
malt vinegar aioli
CAVIAR SERVICECA$120.00
meyer lemon crème fraiche, brioche

Starters

WARM BRIOCHE, BROWN CULTURED BUTTER CA$10.00
KING FISH CRUDO, KUMQUAT KOSHO, SHISO CA$27.00
BEEF TARTARE, HORSERADISH, GOUGÈRES CA$27.00
SHAVED COPPA, LINDSAY GOAT CHEDDAR, HAZELNUT, BROWN BUTTER CA$24.00
LETTUCE GREENS, TÊTE DE MOINE, GODDESS DRESSING, ALMOND GREMOLATA CA$22.00
FRENCH ONION SOUP, GRUYERE, BONE MARROW CA$24.00
CELERY ROOT PICCATA, LIONS MANE, PINE NUTS CA$26.00
CRAB SPAGHETTI CA$34.00

Mains

HALIBUTCA$55.00
sauce vierge, watercress
PORK CHOPCA$48.00
apple, mustard jus
LAMB SADDLECA$50.00
arugula, bagna cauda
STEAK FRITESCA$45.00

TASTING MENU 105

Wine pairing available

Add-Ons

BLACK TRUFFLE 16 • CAVIAR SPOON 24 • FOIE GRAS 23

Desserts

RASPBERRY TARTCA$15.00
PROFITEROLES GLACÉESCA$15.00
FOIE SUNDAE CA$21.00

What 655 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Best Service
Ottawa
Good for special occasions
Ottawa
Best Service
Ottawa
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Gitanes offers an extraordinary dining experience with "amazing food," "excellent service," and a "fantastic tasting menu." Known for its exquisite French cuisine and "creative cocktails," it provides a charming ambiance perfect for special occasions. Despite some concerns about pricing, the restaurant's commitment to quality and "outstanding" service makes it a standout choice.

655 Reviews

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Nicole
Toronto / Ontario1 review
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Crab spaghetti used to be my favourite. I brought my partner from out of town to visit gitanes and try the crab spaghetti I always rave about it. Sadly, it let us down, it came lukewarm and oily tasting
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Stephen
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An excellent restaurant. The menu is small, but everything was excellent. The sommelier was great and provided a helpful range of wine choices.
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Vera VIP
Toronto / Ontario30 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent taste, wine pairings is a must! Food is amazing. It’s our second time doing thextasting menu.
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Betty
Orlando / Central Florida East2 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Over-priced & food was mediocre. Service was good.
GitanesResponded 3 days ago
Hi Betty, thank you for dining with us and for taking the time to share your thoughts. While we're glad to hear the service stood out, we're sorry the food didn’t meet expectations. We work hard to deliver value through the quality of our ingredients—from fresh Canadian seafood to beef from a local family farm, and a scratch kitchen that prepares everything in-house. Your feedback is appreciated.
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Sari VIP
Phoenix / Arizona30 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved our anniversary dinner at Gitanes! The four course tasting menu was superb as was the service!
GitanesResponded on May 31, 2025
Happy anniversary! We're so glad you celebrated with us and that the tasting menu and service made it special. À bientôt!
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Michelle
Ottawa1 review
4.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was definitely on the pricier side, especially considering I didn’t even have a drink. My friend got a beer (just one tall can) and it was $15, which felt a bit steep. That said, the food & service was excellent and really stood out.
GitanesResponded on May 21, 2025
Hi Michelle, Thank you for the kind words—we’re so glad the food and service stood out for you. We hear you on the pricing and really appreciate the honest feedback. We’re in the age of inflation and do our best to offer great value while also paying our team fairly—it’s a tough balance to strike. Next time, try La Poubelle—our draft beer is just $8, and despite the name, it’s clean, crisp, and refreshing! Cheers, The Gitanes team
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Stephen
Vancouver / British Columbia8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening all around. Bernard and the rest of the staff took great care of us and the food was amazing.
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Pina
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything on this menu is delicious. You can't go wrong with any choice. Definitely try the homemade rosemary foccaccia for a starter and/or the beef tartare.
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Arleigh
Ottawa2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delightful experience as always. Our meals were excellent and visually appealing. Staff were knowledgeable and gave just the right amount of attention. Looking forward to my next visit.
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Awe
Ottawa12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and food options, they also have amazing exclusive events. Gem in the city!
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FAQs

Gitanes is rated 4.7 stars by 655 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

361 Elgin Street, Unit 6, Ottawa, ON K2P 1M7

Additional information

Cross street
Elgin Street, between Frank and Waverly.
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
French, Wine Bar, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mitch Lacombe
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.gitanes.co/
Phone number
(613) 562-0699
Private party facilities
Inquire at info@gitanes.co for large group bookings and buyouts. Large groups of up to 30 can be accommodated in our back room. Our restaurant can accommodate a 55 person indoor buyout, and the patio can be used for additional capacity.

Gitanes

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Chef's Tasting

Tasting Menu

Group Menu - 3 Course Share Plates

STEAK FRITES

FOIE SUNDAE

SEAFOOD PLATTER

Fruits De Mer

SEAFOOD PLATTER

½ DOZEN OYSTERSCA$23.00

RAZOR CLAMSCA$22.00

CHILLED MUSSELSCA$23.00

½ LOBSTERCA$40.00

SNOW CRABCA$40.00

CAVIAR SERVICECA$120.00

Starters

WARM BRIOCHE, BROWN CULTURED BUTTER CA$10.00

KING FISH CRUDO, KUMQUAT KOSHO, SHISO CA$27.00

BEEF TARTARE, HORSERADISH, GOUGÈRES CA$27.00

SHAVED COPPA, LINDSAY GOAT CHEDDAR, HAZELNUT, BROWN BUTTER CA$24.00

LETTUCE GREENS, TÊTE DE MOINE, GODDESS DRESSING, ALMOND GREMOLATA CA$22.00

FRENCH ONION SOUP, GRUYERE, BONE MARROW CA$24.00

CELERY ROOT PICCATA, LIONS MANE, PINE NUTS CA$26.00

CRAB SPAGHETTI CA$34.00

Mains

HALIBUTCA$55.00

PORK CHOPCA$48.00

LAMB SADDLECA$50.00

STEAK FRITESCA$45.00

TASTING MENU 105

Add-Ons

Desserts

RASPBERRY TARTCA$15.00

PROFITEROLES GLACÉESCA$15.00

FOIE SUNDAE CA$21.00

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