Best restaurants near me in Downtown, Canada

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1. Arlo - Ottawa

4.8

Exceptional(1019)

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• Continental • Downtown

Booked 32 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

4.7

Exceptional(1461)

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• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 8 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.

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3. Prohibition Public House

4.7

Exceptional(155)

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• Gastro Pub • Downtown

Booked 15 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.

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4. The Vanitea Room a Tea Salon and Eatery

4.5

Awesome(652)

$$$$

• Breakfast • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to The Vanitea Room, Ottawa's first opulent Salon de Te & Eatery. Specializing in a bespoke and creative approach to afternoon tea and brunch while offering gluten free considerations as well vegan accommodations- inclusive for all to indulge in. Feeling like a decadent brunch fit for royalty? Come spoil yourself in our all day brunch or our ever so popular bottomless prosecco and mimosas! Available from Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm. At Vanitea, we provide a timeless tradition done beautifully.

5. Cantina Gia

4.7

Exceptional(1248)

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• Italian • The Glebe

Booked 65 times today

Welcome to Cantina GiaWe look forward to seeing you soon.

6. JOEY Lansdowne

4.6

Exceptional(614)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • The Glebe

Booked 79 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.

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7. Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.7

Exceptional(2188)

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• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 45 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.

8. Cocotte Bistro

4.3

Awesome(1175)

$$$$

• French • Downtown

Booked 69 times today

Meet Cocotte...A taste of modern authentic French cuisine Bubbles by the glass, locally sourced fresh ingredients, seasonal creations. Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a weekend brunch, treat yourself to delectable and visually stunning dishes inspired by French cuisine.

9. JOEY Rideau

4.6

Exceptional(601)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • ByWard Market

Booked 118 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.

10. DreamLand Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(637)

$$$$

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 6 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.

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Jessica
Ottawa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Arlo is a grand slam every time we are there. The food is exceptional, the ambience is great and the service and experience always exceeds expectations. The whole package is so authentically Arlo. I also want to acknowledge that the staff seem to really love working there and the owners communicate with respect to their team which is wonderful to see. Best wine list in the city and the way they train and invest in the knowledge of their team cuts through in the experience they offer. Shout out to Vik and Jamie (somm) for last night. Will always recommend and cannot wait to go back.
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Arlo - Ottawa$$$$• Continental• Downtown
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4.8
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Andrew
Ottawa •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service at the bar from Gill my mom really enjoyed her Mother’s Day dinner
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Cantina Gia$$$$• Italian• The Glebe
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4.7
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CLARA
Ottawa •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service!! Awesome food and delicious drinks. Highly recommend
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Prohibition Public House$$$$• Gastro Pub• Downtown
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4.7
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John
Ottawa •46 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Have been many times before over the years and it's always a great evening - delicious food and attentive service. Will for sure be going back !!!
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Fauna$$$$• Contemporary Canadian• Downtown
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4.7
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Analia
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2026
Had the best time for an early Mother's Day Brunch. Food was great and the service. Will be coming back for sure.
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The Vanitea Room a Tea Salon and Eatery$$$$• Breakfast• Downtown
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4.5

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1. Arlo - Ottawa

2. Fauna

3. Prohibition Public House

4. The Vanitea Room a Tea Salon and Eatery

5. Cantina Gia

6. JOEY Lansdowne

7. Zoe's at Fairmont Chateau Laurier

8. Cocotte Bistro

9. JOEY Rideau

10. DreamLand Cafe

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