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Fauna, Ottawa, ON

Fauna

4.8
4.8
1418 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 17 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Farm-to-table, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (613) 563-2862
  • Website
    http://www.faunaottawa.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jon Svazas
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, “Fauna” can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Location
    425 Bank St., Ottawa, ON K2P 1Y7
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Frank St
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available on Bank, Florence and Frank Street. Paid parking is available across from the restaurant on Frank Street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Menu

Raw

  • 1/2 Dozen OystersCA$24.00

    calamansi mignonette / house ghost pepper hot sauce

    • Bluefin Tuna TatakiCA$24.00

      spiced tamari / kohlrabi / asian pear / sea buckthorn / chili oil

      • Beef TartareCA$24.00

        pecorino / cornichon / truffled sabayon / sunflower seeds / potato cracher

        Small

        • Softshell CrabCA$23.00

          tempura / fried garlic + chili / curry mayo

          • Burrata for TwoCA$60.00

            caviar / dill / sourdough

            • Grilled Pine MushroomsCA$22.00

              birch syrup tare / pomme puree / chive oil / chicken tsukune

              • GreensCA$17.00

                roasted eggplant vinaigrette / spiced pistachio / feta

                • Thai Lobster BisqueCA$18.00

                  crème fraiche / fried brick pastry / chili oil

                  Main

                  • OrecchietteCA$38.00

                    italian sausage / broccolini / rose sauce / fermented pepper gremolata

                    • Iberian PorkCA$49.00

                      cod fritter / succotash / cauliflower / zucchini puree / wild raspberry jus

                      • MaitakeCA$40.00

                        butter chicken sauce / cherry tomatoes / paratha / swiss chard / cauliflower

                        • Steelhead TroutCA$45.00

                          lemon panisse / cherry tomatoes / beans / trout roe beurre blanc

                          • 80-Day Ribeye for 2CA$130.00

                            fingerling potato / kale / carrots / steakhouse mushrooms / jus

                            Dessert

                            • Almond CakeCA$14.00

                              coconut dolce / poached pear / oat crumb / cinnamon sorbet

                              • Pumpkin Pie CheesecakeCA$14.00

                                meringue / pumpkin seed brittle

                                Last updated: October 20, 2024

                                What 1,418 people are saying

                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                4.8
                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                • 4.8Food
                                • 4.7Service
                                • 4.8Ambience
                                • 4.5Value

                                Noise • Moderate

                                Loved For

                                • Ottawa

                                  Innovative

                                • Ottawa

                                  Great for fine wines

                                • Ottawa

                                  Contemporary Canadian

                                • Ottawa

                                  Best Overall

                                • Ottawa

                                  Innovative

                                • Ottawa

                                  Great for fine wines

                                • Ottawa

                                  Contemporary Canadian

                                Review summary

                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                Fauna in Ottawa delivers "unique and flavourful" dishes with standout options like beetroot Wellington and Iberian pork chop. Guests praise the "knowledgeable and approachable staff" and a commendable wine selection. While some note occasional service inconsistencies, the innovative menu and inviting ambiance make it a top choice for special occasions.

                                1,418 Reviews

                                1. tom

                                  Ottawa

                                  5 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  5 reviews

                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Always love the food. Always different and always amazing.

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                                2. Cam-Tu

                                  London

                                  6 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  6 reviews

                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Absolutely love Fauna. The food is a hit every time. The ambience is welcoming and romantic. It makes for a wonderful dinner spot every, single time. Will definitely be back!

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                                3. Melodie

                                  Montreal

                                  1 review

                                  5.0

                                  1 review

                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Amazing food, amazing service and amazing ambiance.

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                                4. Joan

                                  Ottawa

                                  2 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  2 reviews

                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Fauna is definitely worth a visit. The staff were very welcoming and knowledgeable. The food was delicious and the menu was innovative. The decor was fun and the ambience inviting, however a bit noisy. Though Fauna is a bit pricy, I will definitely return.

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                                5. Todd

                                  Toronto

                                  1 review

                                  5.0

                                  1 review

                                  Dined on November 14, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Everything was amazing. Great service, amazing drinks and incredible food!!

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                                6. Meganc

                                  Calgary

                                  66 reviews

                                  vip
                                  4.0

                                  66 reviews

                                  Dined on November 12, 2024

                                  1. Overall 4
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 3
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Great food, good cocktails, service adequate as our server was appearing to be having a crummy day. The bartender was really helpful and nice though.

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                                7. Weihang

                                  Vancouver

                                  2 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  2 reviews

                                  Dined on November 10, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Great food and services, we are there to celebrate my day’s birthday, and ordered the black cod and steak, all tasking perfect. The black cod skin might get too much salt, but that’s still in my tolerance range. The server also give us a desert for free as they heard it’s my dad birthday. I will definitely come again

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                                8. Dereck

                                  Montreal

                                  1 review

                                  5.0

                                  1 review

                                  Dined on November 10, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Food was delicious and well presented. Creative dishes that really worked. A well thought out range of options on the menu without overdoing the number of choices. I look forward to returning.

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                                9. Josan

                                  Vancouver

                                  2 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  2 reviews

                                  Dined on November 2, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Delicious food with a variety of flavour profiles.

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                                10. Marnie

                                  Toronto

                                  13 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  13 reviews

                                  Dined on October 30, 2024

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Awesome, as always. Service is consistently great. The rhubarb cocktail was ice cold and gorgeously more-ish. The Thai Lobster Bisque was so full of flavour with a kick, yum. The orecchiette was al dente with crispy bits of broccolini and Parmesan. And the pumpkin cheesecake with pumpkin seed base and caramel shards, so creative.

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                                FAQs

                                Fauna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 563-2862.

                                Fauna is rated 4.8 stars by 1418 OpenTable diners.

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

                                Make a reservation

                                2 people
                                9:30 PM
                                Booked 17 times today

                                Order delivery or takeout

                                Google Map for Fauna

                                425 Bank St., Ottawa, ON K2P 1Y7

                                Additional information

                                • Cross street
                                  Frank St
                                • Neighborhood
                                  Downtown
                                • Hours of operation
                                  Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–1:00 am
                                • Price
                                  CAN$51 and over
                                • Cuisines
                                  Contemporary Canadian, Farm-to-table, Steak
                                • Dining style
                                  Casual Dining
                                • Dress code
                                  Casual Dress
                                • Parking details
                                  Street parking is available on Bank, Florence and Frank Street. Paid parking is available across from the restaurant on Frank Street.
                                • Payment options
                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                • Executive chef
                                  Jon Svazas
                                • Additional
                                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
                                • Website
                                  http://www.faunaottawa.ca/
                                • Phone number
                                  (613) 563-2862
                                • Private party facilities
                                  Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, “Fauna” can accommodate all your special event needs.

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