Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Hintonburg

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhousePizzeriaBarbecueTapas / Small Plates

Regions

GatineauOttawaRenfrew CountySouthern Ontario

Neighborhoods

ArnpriorByWard MarketCentretown WestDowntownGatineauGloucester

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

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A photo of Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier restaurant

1. Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.7

Exceptional(2186)

$$$$

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 53 times today

Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier is a comfort food restaurant that offers hearty entrées and share plates, as noted in its menu. The reviews praise the filling food and the good service. One reviewer said, 'Food made us fuller than expected. Service was impeccable'. Another reviewer noted that 'Sandwiches and scones along with cream and jam were great and filling'. The restaurant's ambiance is also mentioned to be cozy and welcoming, contributing to the comfort food experience.

2. DreamLand Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(637)

$$$$

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 4 times today

Located in the heart of Ottawa’s Little Italy, Dreamland Pasta Cafe & Bar, is the easy answer to the looming question: "What do you want to eat tonight?" The craving for fresh pasta brings you in and the vibrant energy and heartbeat of the space allows you to indulge in every moment from small talk to dessert.We are a small space. A group of 6 is the largest party we can accommodate during regular dining hours.

3. Belmont

4.8

Exceptional(860)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Old Ottawa South for Inventive tasty small plates, Great Cocktails, Beautiful All Natural Wines in a Cozy, Inviting atmosphereOpen since 2014, we are very excited to host you and your guests

4. Forty One

3.3

Good(324)

$$$$

• Canadian • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Between the central locale afforded by its gracious home in the landmark Lord Elgin Hotel, a warm and yet contemporary ambience, a locally sourced menu and a casual-to-sophisticated stocked cellar, Forty-One has become one of Ottawa’s top new restaurants.Named Forty-One in recognition of the year, 1941, that the Lord Elgin was built, the restaurant features a modern environment and classic menu that is a perfect match for connecting with new and familiar faces. Guests are able to relax in the inviting lounge with flat screen TVs and large windows overlooking Elgin Street or enjoy an intimate dinner or a group get together in the dining area. With a capacity of close to 150, the restaurant features booths and banquette seating to allow flexibility to accommodate guest needs whether they are popping in for lunch, a quick after-work cool-down, a pre-theatre warm-up or an evening night cap. Forty-One also includes a private dining room for up to 30 guests.

5. Tulip

4.2

Awesome(126)

$$$$

• Canadian • Downtown

The Tulip Restaurant situated in the Hilton Garden Inn/Homewood Suites Ottawa Downtown hotel is a charming dining spot offering a welcoming atmosphere and a delightful menu. Our restaurant provides guests with a contemporary yet cozy setting perfect for both casual dining and more intimate meals.This restaurant offers a variety of dishes featuring locally sourced ingredients, with a focus on fresh, seasonal flavors. The menu typically includes a mix of Canadian-inspired comfort food, international dishes, and lighter options. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or a relaxed dinner, the Tulip Restaurant caters to a range of tastes.The spacious and modern interior is perfect for both individual diners and groups, making it ideal for business meals, family gatherings, or casual meetups. The Tulip Restaurant serves as an excellent choice for anyone seeking a relaxed and flavorful dining experience in a central location.

A photo of Lexington Smokehouse & Bar in Westboro restaurant

6. Lexington Smokehouse & Bar in Westboro

4.6

Exceptional(1090)

$$$$

• Barbecue • Nepean

Booked 12 times today

Southern-Style kitchen and smokehouse offering hand-crafted cocktails, local beers and amazing wine.

A photo of The Waverley - Elgin restaurant

7. The Waverley - Elgin

4.1

Excellent(110)

$$$$

• Gastro Pub • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

First came the pub, cheap drinks and cheaper food, then came the gastropub, an import from Britain featuring upmarket pub grub in a ale-drinking setting. Now, welcome The Waverley, which further blurs the lines between restaurant, social house and bar. The Waverley is the culmination of where the industry is heading; amazing food, unreal cocktails, cool vibes, laidback staff that know their products and what they are doing, refined tastes at affordable prices and zero smugness and attitude. Just a place to chill, drink, eat and hangout while listening to the dopest music you never heard.For our love of food, art, music & libations.Please contact us at the email reservation@thewaverleyottawa.com.

A photo of State & Main - Gloucester restaurant

8. State & Main - Gloucester

4.7

Exceptional(691)

$$$$

• American • Gloucester

Booked 13 times today

State + Main in Gloucester is a perfect spot for elevated comfort food. Reviewers frequently praise the quality of food, with phrases like 'excellent food and service' and 'food is always fantastic' popping up. The restaurant offers a great variety of dishes, and is known for its 'good selection of options' and 'nice variety of food choices'. The atmosphere is also noted as 'great', adding to the overall comfort food experience.

A photo of Spark Beer & Pizza restaurant

9. Spark Beer & Pizza

4.6

Exceptional(43)

$$$$

• Pizzeria • Little Italy

Booked 2 times today

Spark Beer and Pizza opened in 2020 with a goal to produce and serve the best lagers, hoppy, sour and Belgian influenced beers possible. Owners Andrea and John have lived in and around Chinatown for over 20 years and, along with chef Kat, set up shop steps away from the beautiful Chinatown archway. Their beers have won many awards including their best in show for Cloudland at the Ontario Brewing Awards in 2024 and the 3 time winning Manhire Berliner Weisse (gold 2021, gold 2022, silver 2023).Spark started serving 'west centretown' pizzas in November of 2022 and now offer a variety of pizzas all served on house-made cold fermented dough with the best toppings we can find. Stop by and enjoy our fun, cozy taproom and pizzeria!

10. Lone Star Texas Grill - Ottawa - Byward Market

4.2

Awesome(243)

$$$$

• Tex-Mex • ByWard Market

Booked 12 times today

Lone Star Texas Grill is Ontario’s original Texas-inspired restaurant, serving award-winning fajitas for over 30 years! Enjoy sizzling wood fire grilled fajitas, steaks, tex-mex, fried chicken and Texas sized Margaritas. We serve our legendary fajitas with only the freshest ingredients, including our house-made signature sauces, and freshly baked tortillas to complete our authentic recipes. Experience the big & bold tastes of Texas, right here at home.

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Robyn
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great experience at Zoe’s. It was my Mother’s birthday and they made it extra special for her. Our server, Dave, was excellent. The food and beverages were also fantastic. We will be back!
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Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier$$$$• Unspecified• Downtown
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4.7
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CLARA
Ottawa •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was amazing! Server was helpful and gave amazing recommendations. Definitely would recommend
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DreamLand Cafe$$$$• Italian• Little Italy
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4.8
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Kristine
Ottawa •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
The ambience and friendly service make this an enjoyable choice for a night out. We enjoyed our meal on this, our second visit. We did find the restaurant noisy as a particularly boisterous group were sitting at the bar. That aside, it was another successful visit to The Belmont.
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Belmont$$$$• Tapas / Small Plates• Downtown
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4.8
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Lisa
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2026
Me and my friend went to the restaurant for my birthday and it was a wonderful experience! From the food, staff and ambience it was a memorable experience. I recommend going as the staff are very nice and the food is really good.
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The Waverley - Elgin$$$$• Gastro Pub• Downtown
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4.1
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Rachelle
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2026
This is our 5th time going for lunch with colleagues and it is a favorite choice that we will continue to choose. Food, service and ambiance is amazing.
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Tulip$$$$• Canadian• Downtown
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4.2

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