Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Ottawa

OpenTable

Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Ottawa? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Montana's BBQ & Bar - Kanata

4.8

4.8 (78)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Kanata

About the restaurant

Montana's BBQ & BAR is a Canadian comfort food restaurant and sports bar that is famous for barbecue cuisine. Enjoy in-house smoked pork ribs, beef brisket, grilled steaks and juicy burgers which are paired perfectly with catching the game. Montana's Calgary celebrates fun-to-eat, finger-licking smoked and barbecued comfort food that breaks the 'proper' rules. Located near Crowfoot Arena & Star Cozy Hotel in the North end of the city, right off of Sarcee Trail NW. Experience the fun, casual and unpretentious vibe, where you can laugh heartily, cheer on the game and enjoy your friends and family. We can't wait to serve you.

Top review

Krystan

Dined on Sep 13, 2024

We had the best experience from the second we walked into the restaurant! Everyone was so pleasant and friendly. Out sever MEGAN is one of the best servers we have ever had. Her energy was electric, instantly loved her. Thanks for a great meal and great service! High five!

Urban Angus Steak and Wine

4.8

4.8 (203)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Arnprior

About the restaurant

Urban Angus Steak and Wine is just a short drive from the nation's located in the heart of historic downtown Arnprior. We opened in June of 2021 and have since been awarded multiple awards for our restaurant. Urban Angus offers an extensive wine list, creative handcrafted cocktails, amazing food and locally sourced signature meats.

Urban Angus has the Best Live Entertainment in all of Arnprior, with Weekly live music of all genres, Comedy Shows . We strive to have the best talent from Ottawa and area. Be sure to check out our website for our Live Music and Events. Why not come for dinner and a show?

Hope to see you all soon at Urban Angus Arnprior, and don't forget to bring your appetite. We promise you won't leave hungry.

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linda

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

My new favourite place in Arnprior! Great food and service and vibe! Can’t wait to go back

Stolen Goods Cocktail Bar

4.8

4.8 (248)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

Turning words into action.
An unconventional cocktail bar born from the desire that ideas are meant to be changed.
Amorphous in nature.

For all changes to reservations please contact us through instagram, email or message through OpenTable. We do not have a phone line during business hours.

A gratuity of 20% will be included on all groups of 5+.

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Philippevip

Dined 7 days ago

An amazingly sophisticated and unique oasis of coziness and delight.

Hunter's Public House

4.7

4.7 (266)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Gloucester

About the restaurant

Hunter's is a modern, suburban pub offering high-quality food and beverages, coupled with exceptional service. Unique elements in an inviting and social atmosphere create a sense of neighbourhood ‘place’. Creating Hunter's Public House was a long-time vision of Chef Charles MacInnis and Amy MacInnis. With young children, finding a kid-friendly place to eat out where they could also enjoy some amazing food with a great pint was tough. Hunter's Public House is just that! Hunter's food menu features a blend of classics and fresh creations, highlighted by locally sourced ingredients. Hunter's beverage menu features an Ottawa Valley exclusive draft beer line-up and extensive can/bottle selection. Hunter's also showcases craft sodas sure to delight the young and the young at heart. Next time you're in the neighborhood, drop in and say 'Hi'!

Top review

Claire

Dined on Sep 26, 2024

The food was fresh and tasty, the service was quite good but unfortunately there was a group of about 15 people dining celebrating and was way too loud for this small restaurant. So would love to return but would check if a big group reservation is on that night.

Anabella's Kitchen & Lounge

4.7

4.7 (31)

CAN$51 and over

Mediterranean

Little Italy

About the restaurant

Modern Mediterranean inspired Cuisine located right in the heart of Little Italy

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Roxannevip

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

What a wonderful surprise. The food was amazing..will definitely be going back.

Perspectives Restaurant and Options Jazz Lounge

4.5

4.5 (697)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Kanata

About the restaurant

Enjoy a fresh take on fine-dining at Perspectives — Brookstreet’s award-winning Ottawa restaurant. The contemporary cuisine of our culinary team features fresh, seasonal ingredients from across Ontario create exceptional dishes that are totally unique to Perspectives & Options Jazz Lounge.

In an effort to maintain a relaxing and safe environment for you, the following policies have been implemented based on government restrictions:

-All persons must wear a mask that securely covers the nose, mouth, and chin at all times except when eating or drinking
-We are taking all needed precautions to ensure proper sanitizing and cleaning occurs through service periods
-We kindly request you to practice social distancing when visiting
-Reservations are recommended however, walk-ins are welcome based on availability

Top review

Kayla

Dined on Sep 23, 2024

As always the lounge is lovely. We go there often and the service is always friendly and fabulous.

Copper Spirits & Sights

4.5

4.5 (437)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located on the 16th floor of Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market, our premium cocktail lounge offers an unmatched ambiance, blending a loungy, modern vibe with the sophistication of a high-end cocktail bar. As the city's tallest rooftop patio, our lounge provides breathtaking views of Ottawa's iconic copper-topped buildings, creating a stunning backdrop for any occasion.
Indulge in our expertly crafted neo-classic cocktails, savor elegant wines, and enjoy a selection of delicious tapas-style dishes, all prepared with the freshest local ingredients. Whether you're looking for a place to unwind after work or a vibrant spot to kick off your weekend, our rooftop patio is the perfect destination.

Rooftop Patio is Now Open!
*Currently, not accepting reservations for outside seating.

Please note: Currently, we are not accepting reservations of 6+ guests
For hosting events or buyouts, please contact us at copper@andaz.com
*An 18% automatic gratuity applies to groups larger than five people.

Top review

Kathan

Dined 6 days ago

A perfect crisp evening with a view of the city and ambient environment

Montgomery Scotch Lounge - Gladstone Ave

4.3

4.3 (129)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Tapas / Small Plates

Little Italy

About the restaurant

Seating Times:
1st Seating – 5:00 or 5:30 to 7:00pm
2nd Seating – 7:00 to 9:00pm
3rd Seating - 9:00 to 11:00pm

Set Times:
1st Set - 5:30 to 6:30pm
2nd Set - 7:30 to 8:30pm
3rd Set - 9:30 to 10:30pm

~ If you’d like to stay for two Sets, make sure to book two Seatings. ~
~ Cover charge will apply for all Sets. ~

Montgomery Scotch Lounge is an intimate restaurant & bar with live music, in the heart of downtown Ottawa featuring a large selection of single malt Scotches, cocktails, and delicious small plates.

We've got Ontario craft beer, unique wine, and Scotch-based cocktails. And, we’re known for our quest to make single malt Scotch approachable to the uninitiated.

Every time you show up to eat, drink and watch a show with us, you’re directly supporting our mission to bring live music, single malt Scotch and great food to Ottawa.

Join us for a Dram -Sláinte!

Reservations of 7 or more: patrick@montgomeryscotchlounge.com
Performer inquiries: live@montgomeryscotchlounge.com

Top review

Marek

Dined on Sep 27, 2024

Great live music. Very limited choice of food. Great selection of drinks

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Experience

Happy Hour

JOEY Rideau

4.3

4.3 (15)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

ByWard Market

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Martinvip

Dined 3 days ago

This was my first time at Joey’s and I was very impressed with the quality of the dishes. Highly recommended.

J'TM Resto Bar

4.1

4.1 (47)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

ByWard Market

About the restaurant

We are a group of young entrepreneurs who fell in love with food and wholeheartedly believe that it is as a love language meant to be shared in infinite ways.

We are dedicated to providing you with the best locally sourced foods, with a focus on dependability and quality customer service.

We are working to turn our passion into a booming business and we hope you enjoy our services as much as we enjoy offering them to you.

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Anna

Dined on Aug 28, 2024

The customer service was wonderful and the ambiance was amazing. Great portions for a great price

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Experience

Taco & Tequila Tuesday

Experience

All you can eat wings

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