Ottawa Fine Dining Restaurants

Located in Ottawa's Little Italy, Allegro Ristorante is only minutes from downtown, and a short walk to Dow's Lake. The seafood dishes receive top praise. Allegro also offers one of the largest wine cellars in the city. Be sure to try the Salsicie al Roberto, the restaurant's homemade sausage. Indulge in either the Bailey Espresso cheesecake or the Chocolate Sabayon cake. The professional, efficient and discrete service helps create an intimate fine dining experience. The high vaulted ceiling in the upstairs dining room gives an airy feel; this private room can accommodate groups up to 50 people. Reservations are recommended.

The ARC's Executive Chef Jason Duffy knows fantastic food comes from terrific teamwork. In March 2006, Jason rose to Executive Chef where his passion, inventiveness and love of a challenge have brought kudos for the culinary team at ARC THE.HOTEL. His food philosophy is to use only the freshest local seasonal ingredients. Jason crafts daily specials that blend French classic cuisine with International flavours. The ARC Restaurant, in keeping with the hotel's unique experience, is a combination of intimate and soothing interiors that marry the rich hues of burgundy red on the walls with luxurious fabrics and warm dark woods to create a sublime fine dining atmosphere. ARC Restaurant is an ideal venue for group functions and business luncheons. Reservations are recommended.DinnerMenu

The stone walled Dining Room in this historical landmark features an open-hearth fireplace and a 45 seat Solarium overlooking the MacLaren Falls. Enjoy fine dining showcasing French and Quebecois cuisine in a wonderfully exquisite ambiance. The wine selection focuses on hard-to-find wines from smaller vineyards throughout France. Choose from mouth watering sweets or the varied selection of cheeses. A country breakfast is served daily; Brunch on Sundays from 9am to 2pm. Dinner is served daily from 530pm. Decorated with historic pictures the Wakefield Mill Lounge is the perfect escape to enjoy a pre-dinner drink with live Jazz piano on Friday and Saturday evenings. A full lunch menu is offered from Monday to Saturday. Gift Certificates are available. Reservations are recommended please call 1-888-567-1838.

Unable to curb his creativity, chef Derek Benitz has opened b/Side Wine & Small Plates located directly beside Benitz Bistro.

Join us for a great glass of wine and delicious food!

Harmony, balance, instinct, passion and an infusion of soul–this is the essence of Chef/Owner Derek Benitz's attitude in the kitchen.
He takes a contemporary approach to classic French cuisine, crafting innovative dishes from the freshest seasonal ingredients.
True to the original spirit of bistro dining, our accessible menu changes regularly to take advantage of seasonal offerings.
Co-proprietor Meghan McManus assures warmly efficient service to enhance your meal. Enjoy an intimate dinner for two, or bring a group of your favourite friends and family to the Chef's table.
Dine under the stars or enjoy the midday passers-by on Benitz's patio.
Derek Benitz is the former head chef of Social, Luxe, Cafe Spiga, and Fusion. He was a winner of the Gold Medal Plate Award, along with Rob Feenie, in 2004.

Let the sweet sound of jazz and Bayou blues transport you to the energetic French Quarter! Take the historic foundation of Creole Louisiana style cuisine and combine it with fresh local ingredients to create the most delectable flavor combinations. Fresh shucked oysters, Certified Black Angus steaks, fresh fish and seafood, all served with New Orleans flair.

Chef Ian G. Thomson, a Certified Chef de Cuisine (only 1,200 in Canada), wields his culinary magic in a décor inspired by the late fifties. An ideal setting for a night of fine dining with great entertainment. Chef Thomson's fare is true Bistro with a focus on quality produce, the preparation is classic French and the presentation second to none. Ask for our weekly Table d'Hotes and specials. The extensive wine list offers a great selection of well priced old and new world wines. 35 varietals are offered by the glass or half-liter. Our extensive bar inventory leads to creative cocktails and martinis. We also offer import and micro-brewery draft and bottled beer. As Ottawa's premiere live jazz venue, we attract a host of fine Canadian and American talent.
See website for details. Reservations recommended.
LUNCH: M-F 11:30 - 3:30 / Dinner: M-W 4:30-9 & 10:30pm Th-Sat

The Capital Dining Room's sophisticated and elegant atmosphere, along with the impeccable service, is certain to provide a memorable fine dining experience. The cozy dining room is a perfect venue for an intimate dinner, a private function or an important business meeting. Executive Chef Kenton Leier offers a sampling of the finest dishes from around the world such as Mustard Roasted Rack of Australian Lamb, Cinnamon dusted Nunavut Caribou Loin and Pacific Wild Salmon with Lobster Crust to name a few. The extensive wine list showcases world-renown vintages; and will surely complement the tantalizing selections on the seasonal menu. The dining room can accommodate up to 40 guests and can be rented for private events. Reservations are recommended.

Recipient of the CAA 4diamond award!

The Courtyard Restaurant is housed in an 1827 heritage stone building in a cobblestone courtyard. This fine dining restaurant offers international cuisine with a contemporary flair. House specialties include Rack of Lamb, Beef Filet with Sesame Ginger Sauce, and Shrimp & Scallops with a Sun dried Tomato Pesto Cream Sauce. With three private dining rooms for groups from 10 to 80, and a beautiful outdoor patio in the summer months, the Courtyard is the perfect setting for your special occasion, family gathering or professional celebration. Live classical music during Sunday Brunch. Reservations recommended (613) 241-1516.

Situated in an 18th century Heritage building in the Byward Market, Restaurant e18hteen has established itself as one of Canada's premier restaurants. Classy, funky and trendy – Eighteen showcases fantastic food, wine and service in a relaxed, fashionable environment.