Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown

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1. Fauna

4.7

Exceptional(1423)

Price: Very Expensive

• 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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2. Prohibition Public House

4.7

Exceptional(61)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Downtown

Booked 4 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.

3. Cantina Gia

4.6

Exceptional(992)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • The Glebe

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to Cantina GiaWe look forward to seeing you soon.

4. North and Navy

4.6

Exceptional(1819)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

A Northern Italian kitchen inspired by the Bacari of Venice. Our menu is inspired by tradition and dictated by the quality and availability of ingredients. We play off the similarities between the climates of Eastern Ontario and Northeast Italy, and create our take on classic dishes made with seasonal game, seafood and vegetables. Plus, sometimes we’ll just add whatever we want.

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5. The Shore Club - Ottawa

4.7

Exceptional(1683)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • ByWard Market

Booked 21 times today

The Shore Club Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge features the freshest seafood and tender steaks served in surroundings of understated luxury. Soaring ceilings, stunning original artwork and cool blue and green hues contribute to an elegant atmosphere that is second to none in Ottawa. Enjoy cocktails and appetizers in our signature lounge, or descend to our dining room to experience all our signature menu has to offer. The Shore Club is perfect for a casual, drop-in visit, or a long-planned special occasion. Allow our professional team to cater to your every wish.

6. Beckta

4.7

Exceptional(260)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Legendary Canadian Cuisine featuring signature Canadian products, all delivered with high-touch hospitality. Beckta offers a constantly changing a-la-carte and two tasting menus daily in both our our fine dining rooms with luxurious seating, or a more casual vibe in our delightful wine bar area that features daily food specials. Multiple private dining rooms are also available for larger groups or more intimate requests. Recipient of 19 consecutive CAA 4-Diamond Awards. Please contact us at info@beckta.com for inquiries.

7. Belmont

4.7

Exceptional(725)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown

Booked 14 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

8. Retro Gusto

4.8

Exceptional(490)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 21 times today

Retrogusto is a pizzeria and bar that brings some much needed excitement to the north end of Preston street. We serve a Roman style pizza "Tonda", traditional roman fried snacks, salumi, cheeses and other small plates. Our food will be complimented by a small wine list that will be in constant rotation, strictly Italian classic cocktails, and beautiful amaro's from around Italy. The warm, cozy, dimly lit dining room with an open kitchen will be the perfect place to do the only thing that matters; eat good food, drink good wine and have a good time with friends.

9. Mati

4.5

Awesome(186)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Little Italy

Booked 26 times today

At Mati, our menu offers a modern take on Mediterranean style crudo dishes and charcoal grilled steaks, showcasing the finest ingredients and technique.Indulge in our famous seafood towers or mouth-watering wagyu steaks and truly see what our menu is all about.Each dish is meticulously crafted, capturing the essence of the Mediterranean with modern touches. Complemented by inspired sides and accompaniments, our menu caters to a variety of preferences, ensuring a memorable dining experience for all.The Bar Menu - Cocktails and WineAt Mati, you’ll experience some of the finest craft cocktails in the city. High quality ingredients, craft ice, and beautiful glassware result in elevated cocktails that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests.Our Sommelier curated wine list will have you exploring unique and exquisite wines from all over the world and some of the finest from right here at home.

10. Erling's Variety

4.6

Exceptional(129)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • The Glebe

Booked 2 times today

We are a locally loved neighbourhood bistro just tucked away off Bank street in the Glebe. We serve updated versions of familiar classics in an unpretentious and homey atmosphere.We feature small sharing plates that we serve tapas style. Our dishes are meant to be enjoyed leisurely and in good company. We offer a seasonal and ever changing menu, oysters, a curated wine selection, classic cocktails as well as happy hour specials Tuesday through Thursday. We are centrally located and blocks from TD place.

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Joe
Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Very nice place. The food was excellent but priced a bit high for what you get. Great service - the atmosphere is lovely but it can get really loud
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FaunaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Downtown
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4.7
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Samantha
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We were very happy we came here! We don't normally bring our 10yo daughter to nicer places but the experience was fantastic. Sam is such a kind person and we are always taken care of with them. We were in a time crunch to go see a performance close by and the team made us ready to go right on time. Food is always spectacular, atmosphere is lovely.
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Prohibition Public HousePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Downtown
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4.7
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FloydVIP
Ottawa •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Absolutely reliable, excellent food and service, in a nice environment . We are regular customers because of it.
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The Shore Club - OttawaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• ByWard Market
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4.7
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Nicholas
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Perfectly quaint, perfectly cozy, excellent ambience, very nice and balance between style and substance thoroughly enjoyed my experience and definitely wouldn’t do so again let alone the food was truly outstanding and a pleasure
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North and NavyPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.6
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Helen
Ottawa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Lunch with co-workers for a holiday get together and it was just what we needed. Food was delicious, ambiance was perfect; cozy and inviting and staff lovely!
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Cantina GiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• The Glebe
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4.6

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56 restaurants available nearby

1. Fauna

2. Prohibition Public House

3. Cantina Gia

4. North and Navy

5. The Shore Club - Ottawa

6. Beckta

7. Belmont

8. Retro Gusto

9. Mati

10. Erling's Variety

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