Restaurants near Connaught Park Racetrack

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1. Gezellig

4.8

Exceptional(451)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 55 times today

With a name that means "cozy or nice atmosphere, but also belonging and general togetherness," gezellig invites guests to experience an elegant menu of local, seasonal cuisine using french techniques in a casual and welcoming environment. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, gezellig prepares each menu item using high-quality ingredients purchased locally. On the menu are items such as seared scallops, braised beef shortibs, potato gnocchi, beef tartare, duck breast, and wild-caught lingcod. Our classic butterfinger for dessert is a staple that has been on our menu since opening in 2012

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2. Fratelli - Westboro

4.6

Exceptional(1046)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

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3. Lexington Smokehouse & Bar in Westboro

4.7

Exceptional(972)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Nepean

Booked 24 times today

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

4. Mati

4.6

Exceptional(217)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Little Italy

Booked 19 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.

5. Bar Lupulus

4.9

Exceptional(1402)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Hintonburg

Booked 22 times today

Cozy Craft Beer and Natural Wine Bar with a Backyard Patio Oasis. Serving locally sourced & seasonally inspired comfort focused plates by Chef James Bratsberg. 22 rotating taps, Craft Cocktails & over 500 Natural wine cuvees available for dine in and takeout through our online bottle shop!

6. Retro Gusto

4.9

Exceptional(513)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 27 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.

7. North and Navy

4.7

Exceptional(1843)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 26 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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8. EVOO Greek Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(218)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to our Greek restaurant, where we celebrate the joy of sharing delicious food with your loved ones. Immerse yourself in the warmth of Greek hospitality as you embark on a culinary journey filled with enticing shared dishes, mouthwatering grilled meats, and exquisite fresh seafood boards. Our menu is thoughtfully designed to showcase the vibrant flavours of Greece, using the finest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. Enjoy our family style menu focusing on sharing and small plates which allows you to experience more of what our menu has to offer. We specialize in our grilled meats, seafood and Greek specialties and classics served either a la carte or on our sharing boards and platters to share with your entire your entire group. We also can host large or small groups with pre set menus to allow your guests to enjoy their experience and not have to worry about what to order.

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9. Giovanni's Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(587)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 21 times today

Giovanni�s Ristorante, which you can find in Ottawa, Ontario, is proud of its reputation for serving some of the finest Italian cuisine in the surrounding area. The staff insists upon only the finest ingredients like AAA steaks and seafood taken fresh from the sea. Guests will also enjoy the lovely d�cor, which is filled with gleaming crystal, in addition to the food at Giovanni�s Ristorante. One great way to start your meal at Giovanni�s Ristorante is with one of the excellent soups, such as the minestrone or the stracciatella. When you make it to the main meal, you might try one of the veal dishes. The veal marsala, with mushrooms and a wine sauce, is just one of many options.

10. Restaurant Kato

4.7

Exceptional(467)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Gatineau

Booked 9 times today

KaTO propose une fusion japonaise et coréenne inégalée à Gatineau-Ottawa. Le menu est un mélange d’héritage entre l’expertise culinaire du chef Taek Lee et de son restaurant Takato situé dans le sud de la Floride, mettant en vedette des saveurs vives et des provisions de terre et de mer, inspirées par les vues infinies sur l’océan. Kato offers unparalleled Japanese and Korean fusion in Gatineau-Ottawa. The menu is a heritage mix between the culinary expertise of Chef Taek Lee and his Takato restaurant in South Florida, showcasing vivid flavors and provisions of land and sea, inspired by the endless views. on the ocean.

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Avery
Ottawa •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As always, the beer selection is outstanding. Love sampling all the beers. The food is a work of art. Delicious and elegant. Great for date night or a night out with friends.
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Bar LupulusPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Hintonburg
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4.9
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EJ
Sydney •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Exceptional staff, helpful and knowledgeable. Good selection of food and the four choices we made were delicious.
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GezelligPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Downtown
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4.8
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TerG
Calgary / Southern Alberta •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Love Fratelli and take everyone who visits from out of town here. Special occasions, happy hour, or lunch, it’s always a gem
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Fratelli - WestboroPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.6
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JavierVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •11 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
The place is on the smaller side, but intimate which is really nice. The staff is very helpful and friendly and constantly check up on you whenever they can. The food was also good and moderately priced. I will be coming back! Thank you!
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Lexington Smokehouse & Bar in WestboroPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Nepean
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4.7
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MarcF
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Excellent service and terrific food. Friendly staff
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MatiPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Little Italy
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4.6

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