Grounded Kitchen - Carling

4.8

98 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Gastro Pub

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Great for brunch
Neighborhood gem
Good for groups

Since 2010, Grounded's focus has been on serving great food. Our made-from-scratch philosophy & hands-on approach is evident in everything we do. We specialize in gastro-pub fare, BBQ, third-wave coffee, and delicious cocktails. Grounded’s new location at 1545 Carling, embodies everything the Grounded brand has come to represent. Grounded Carling disrupts typical expectations, described as a "hidden gem" with an innovative approach by blending automation with the human element of customer service.

Grounded's space is edgy & creative. The one-of-a-kind dining room features a mix of glass, steel and concrete, an abundance of colorful lighting, and large art pieces from talented local artists. There is a beautiful, lush patio and an abundance of free (validated) parking.

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Location
1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Bistro, Café
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 8:30 am–4:00 pm Thu, Fri 8:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

What 98 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Best Ambiance
Ottawa
Best Value
Ottawa
Great for brunch
Ottawa
Best Ambiance
Ottawa
Best Value
Ottawa
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Grounded Kitchen - Carling delights with "delicious food" and "friendly staff." This hidden gem offers a "great vibe" and caters to dietary preferences. Guests rave about brunch, "amazing happy hour," and unique menu items like the "smash burger" and "croissant French toast." Parking is validated, enhancing the overall experience.

98 Reviews

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Jeff VIP
Ottawa17 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great as always. Food was excellent and the team is always a joy.
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CarolynB
Toronto4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a nice dinner at Grounded Kitchen. The service was great, the owner spent time with us to make us feel welcome and the food was the chef's kiss. We had the smash burger and the chicken burger and both were scrumptious. I'd write home about the fries if I wasn't more than 5 KM away. We'll definitely be back.
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Amanda
Ottawa2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing experience at Grounded Kitchen! The food was absolutely delicious, the staff is attentive and friendly. The music and wall art really add to the vibe. Highly recommend!
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Anna
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s always a pleasure to come here. The owner and all staff are super friendly. We love coming for brunch or dinner. The food is fantastic!
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Emma
Toronto2 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I don’t love the experience of ordering my food through my phone while at a restaurant. It feels a little impersonal. Other than that it was great! The food was excellent, the service was good.
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Brianne
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, great service and an overall fun experience!
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Alexis
Montreal1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for brunch and this place does not disappoint! 10/10 will definitely plan to go again. The staff was super friendly.
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Elise
Ottawa7 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good food, nice artwork, very casual spot so great for lunch! We will return!
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Beth
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely amazing & the owner was so awesome. Highly recommend this hidden gem!
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Chris
Ottawa4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great meal with friends. The waitress were very friendly to us and our baby. We loved our coffee and breakfast.
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Grounded Kitchen - Carling is rated 4.8 stars by 98 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

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1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9

Additional information

Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Bistro, Café
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 8:30 am–4:00 pm Thu, Fri 8:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Grounded Kitchen - Carling

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