Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. Canada
  3. Ottawa
  4. Ottawa
  5. Downtown
Gitanes, Ottawa, ON

Gitanes

4.8
4.8
636 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
French

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
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!

Restaurants you may also like

View all

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Wine Bar, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mitch Lacombe
  • Private party facilities
    Inquire at info@gitanes.co for large group bookings and buyouts. Large groups of up to 30 can be accommodated in our back room. Our restaurant can accommodate a 55 person indoor buyout, and the patio can be used for additional capacity.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Elgin Street, between Frank and Waverly.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Tasting

    CA$145.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The Chef’s Table is a lively, kitchen-side dining experience, cooked and served by our talented team of chefs. This immersive experience offers a deep dive into our culinary program, featuring premium ingredients and exclusive off-menu preparations. Wine pairings are available. Please note a minimum party size of 2 guests is required. Advance notice of allergies and dietary restrictions is required. Please note that Tasting Menus are not suitable for plant-based diets, dairy-free diners or those who cannot enjoy seafood. This experience lasts approximately 2–3 hours.
    Chef's Tasting Photo
  • Tasting Menu

    CA$105.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Four courses of share plates, featuring a selection of cold bar offerings, thoughtfully crafted appetizers, a bold protein main event and something sweet for dessert. Available at any table or bar seat in the restaurant (other than Chef’s Table). Wine pairings are available. Please note a minimum party size of 2 guests is required. Advance notice of allergies and dietary restrictions is required. Please note that Tasting Menus are not suitable for plant-based diets, dairy-free diners or those who cannot enjoy seafood.
    Tasting Menu Photo
  • Group Menu - 3 Course Share Plates

    CA$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    At $85 per person we can arrange a beautiful 3 course dinner plated in a family-style sharing format. Please note this experience is not dairy free or suitable for plant based diets. *We require a pre-fix menu selection for parties of 9 or more. We do not have our à la carte menu available to large groups. *The reservation time limit is 3 hours. *With no show or cancellation with less than a 48 hours notice, you will be charged $35 per person.
    Group Menu - 3 Course Share Plates Photo

What 636 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Ottawa

    Good for special occasions

  • Ottawa

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gitanes offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and service" in a chic, cozy atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing chef's tasting menu" and "exquisite" French-inspired dishes. The staff are "friendly" and "attentive," ensuring memorable celebrations. While some find the prices high, the overall experience is "worth every cent."
636 Reviews
  1. Antonia

    Gloucestershire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow - the food was amazing. We had the French onion soup - delicious and perfect eating temperature. The pork, the crab spaghetti and the truffle pommes aligot with bordelaise sauce. The ambiance was lovely, as was our server, and the cocktails were good too.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Derrick

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. However no French onion soup available 😡 Everything else was top notch. The chef is amazing.
    GitanesResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Derrick, thank you for the feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the rest of your dinner! Please accept our apologies for the out of stock french onion soup. Our kitchen prepares our menus from scratch and generally does a great job keeping up with prep however we were a bit busier this week than expected. I've put a note on your OpenTable so that we can make special accommodation on your next visit. Wishing you all the best - the Gitanes team

    Is this helpful?

  3. Michael VIP

    Ottawa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular evening at Gitanes. Bernard has done a seminal job turning this restaurant into a must see. The food has always been great but the vibe now matches. Terrific service and vibe.
    GitanesResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the kind words Michael! Lovely to host you again for dinner. And we absolutely agree, we are lucky to have Bernard on the team. Wishing you all the best!

    Is this helpful?

  4. Brad

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really glad to have found this place. The food and drinks were amazing. The service was stellar. Had a great night out and loved it all!!!
    GitanesResponded on March 15, 2025
    Thanks for the great feedback Brad! A pleasure to host your Friday night dinner, we look forward to seeing you soon. Cheers, the Gitanes team

    Is this helpful?

  5. Michel

    Ottawa2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Not good value for money. 1 good plate out of 4. Very disappointing for an expensive French restaurant.
    GitanesResponded on March 15, 2025
    Hello Michel, thank you for taking time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear you didn't see value in our dishes. Our ingredients are sustainably sourced from local farms and fisheries and everything is prepared from scratch. While this does affect our menu prices, it is an important part of what we do. That said, we have special pricing on Thursdays. 'Steak Frites et Vin' is our weekly date night promotion featuring our classic Steak Frites for $30 rather than the normal menu price of $45 with Côtes du Rhône to pair for $12. Wishing you all the best - the Gitanes team

    Is this helpful?

  6. Chris

    Ottawa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service excellent. Went for the chefs table and enjoyed the ambience
    GitanesResponded 4 days ago
    So glad you enjoyed your dinner at Chef's Table in the kitchen! Thank you for the kind words Chris. It was great to host you both for the tasting menu. Wishing you all the best - the Gitanes team.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Cindy

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Danielle

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with a friend for dinner on a Friday evening. We got the tasting menu and some drinks. We sat at a small table close to the bar. Everything was delicious and service was exceptional.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Maddy

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding service and amazing food! Don’t skip the foie gras sundae.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Marie-Josee

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic tasting menu with wine pairings. Very friendly and amazing service.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Gitanes is rated 4.8 stars by 636 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation


Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gitanes

361 Elgin Street, Unit 6, Ottawa, ON K2P 1M7

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Elgin Street, between Frank and Waverly.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Wine Bar, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mitch Lacombe
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Inquire at info@gitanes.co for large group bookings and buyouts. Large groups of up to 30 can be accommodated in our back room. Our restaurant can accommodate a 55 person indoor buyout, and the patio can be used for additional capacity.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo