Best Restaurants for Foodies in Nepean

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Cuisine

ItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchFusion / EclecticTapas / Small Plates

Regions

GatineauOttawa

Neighborhoods

ByWard MarketDowntownGatineauGloucesterHintonburgKanata

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Gezellig

4.8

Exceptional(451)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 46 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

2. Bar Lupulus

4.8

Exceptional(1401)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Hintonburg

Booked 23 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!

3. Gitanes

4.8

Exceptional(632)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

At Gitanes we serve French cuisine using Canadian ingredients. Seafood off the raw bar is fresh and sustainably sourced. A local favourite in Ottawa fine dining known for the romantic ambiance, chef-driven menu and extensive wine cellar.For the full experience try the tasting menu with wine pairings. Book the Chef's Table for a deep dive into our culinary program with chef Mitch Lacombe.Find us in Centretown on lively Elgin Street, tucked down the ramp. Street parking available.À bientôt!

4. Arlo - Ottawa

4.7

Exceptional(809)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Downtown

Booked 17 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.

5. 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.

6. Atelier - Ottawa

4.7

Exceptional(1747)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

At Atelier, we solely offer an experiential & interactive 40 course tasting menu with pescatarian & vegetarian menus available for $250 per guest. We are not able to offer a vegan menu. Wine pairing options are availableDining time is 4 hoursWe do not accept menu modifications for aversions/dislikes, as this will compromise the integrity of the experienceShould you have any severe allergies, please highlight them in detail at time of booking, keeping in mind that we are not able to omit dairy, gluten, soy, nightshades, mushroom & allium as this impacts the overall experience. We will contact you for further clarification & to determine if we will be able to safely accommodate Regarding mild allergies, our kitchen is not allergen-free & therefore we cannot guarantee zero cross-contaminationPlease note that severe allergies may result in the outright omission of any one course from your experience

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7. Arôme – Hilton Lac Leamy

4.5

Awesome(2550)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gatineau

Booked 33 times today

Come and enjoy delectable surf n’ turf specialties at Arôme Seafood and Grill. Whether the occasion is a business meeting, an outing with friends, or a romantic evening with your significant other, Arôme Seafood and Grill is the place for a unique experience where your senses will be tantalized in a relaxed and friendly ambiance. Regardless of the season, you will always be served the most exquisitely prepared dishes and enjoy a magnificent view of Lac Carrière. For parties larger than 6 people, please reach us at 819 790-6410 or 1 866 448-7888.

8. Ember

4.7

Exceptional(78)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • ByWard Market

Booked 16 times today

Now Open! Globally inspired fusion menu with a focus on charcoal and live fire cooking. Japanese inspired fusion cocktail menu and globally inspired wine list.

9. Belmont

4.8

Exceptional(736)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown

Booked 24 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

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10. Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1244)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • ByWard Market

Booked 22 times today

Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is a foodie paradise, serving up creative Asian-inspired dishes. Reviewers rave about the 'excellent food with flare', 'interesting and delicious menu options', and 'flavorful food, well presented'. The restaurant's unique use of exotic spices and ground curries, as well as its Asian-inspired tacos, make it a culinary destination. Don't forget to cap off your meal with the hand-made donuts, which are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!

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DeeDee
Ottawa •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service was friendly and super pleasant. Pizza and drinks were fantastic as always. Thank you
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Retro GustoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
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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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Vickie
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
It was fabulous. Kayla made sure we had an amazing experience.
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Bar LupulusPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Hintonburg
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4.8
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Cindy
Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Exceptional restaurant! The service, food and wine were amazing. We did the tasting menu with wine pairing and both the food and wine were very unique as compared to other high end French Restaurants we’ve dined at. I will be highly recommending Gitane to others.
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GitanesPrice: Very Expensive• French• Downtown
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4.8
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Ellen
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Went above and beyond to celebrate a birthday, and all the food was amazing.
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Arlo - OttawaPrice: Very Expensive• Continental• Downtown
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4.7

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