Buyers and Cellars is a welcome, fresh face in the Centretown neighbourhood. Their sommeliers are…read moreincredibly knowledgeable, care deeply and work really hard (without breaking a sweat) to bring classy service. Since the Buzz disappeared mid-pandemic, there has been a wine bar sized hole in the heart of Centretown. My first introduction to Buyers and Cellars was a birthday celebration where my friend treated me to a tasting. It was every bit as girly and glamorous as you imagine. We were all dressed up and sampled 5 wines - 1 oz each and "travelled" from the Alps of Switzerland and Italy to Chile. My friend and I chatted happily in between tastings while the sommelier regaled us with stories of each winery, how long they had been in business, and how many of the wines they sell can only be found here. Imagine! These rich tasting wines not available anywhere else in the country. The wine from the Alps , for example, is only made in very small batches. I bought a bottle and I was hooked. I have since gone back twice - once when I was in a pinch and couldn't get to the LCBO or it was close to closing - and this evening. The second time I came away with two bottles and a free glass of wine. Tonight, I stopped in to pick up a nice bottle of wine for dinner on Friday, and asked if it wasn't too busy if I could sit and have a drink. The sommelier happily obliged and poured me three 1oz glasses, each of a rossa, carmeniere and a Croatian red wine. The Croatian, called Dika, was my favourite, so I bought two bottles ($60). The bartender comped my tasting, and I was happily on my way... but I'll be back!

Great place to explore rare varietals. Comfortable atmosphere to study wines. They carry phenomenal…read morewines from less popular regionsI picked up Jordanian Barbera and Mencia from Spain. Def coming back on my next visit to Ottawa. :)

Amazing and quaint place to hang with friends or with a date for live music, During the Ottawa Jazz…read moreFestival they sometimes host free jazz shows (reservation required!). Love the cozy and intimate ambiance. Will definitely come back!

Great music venue. Located upstairs on Elgin Street. Cosy feel. Art on the walls. Good stage…read more You can usually get food but their source is being renovated so just drinks and snacks for the next couple weeks.

I visited Le Belvedere last night for a wedding, and was very impressed with the setting and…read moreambiance. The building is at the top of a hill. Drivers take note: the road up Le Belvedere is basically a glorified dirt path. It was extremely steep and twisty. I cannot imagine what it would be like to drive through in the rain. Let's just say with drove with great caution! Also, be sure to keep a look out for the street signs because the GPS on my iPhone didn't recognize all of the tiny roads. Once you safely reach your destination, you will find a pretty building overlooking gorgeous trees and lakes as far as the eye can see! It was truly spectacular. The view alone is worth the trek up the hill! The building itself is a decent size. The wedding I attended was around 120 people and we all fit comfortably inside. There are massive windows showcasing the spectacular views, a bar, patio/deck space, and even a fire pit for those chilly nights. The food was good, as far as wedding food goes. I had grilled salmon with vegetables. The salmon itself was overcooked. The outside was actually crunchy, almost more like chicken than fish. However, the flavors were great and the presentation was very appealing. The drinks at the bar were very tasty and the bartenders were super friendly. All of the staff we encountered were very hospitable and helpful. It made the wedding experience very enjoyable, at least from a guest perspective! Overall, I would say, if you are willing to make the drive out, Le Belvedere is an excellent event destination.

I was here for a wedding. The views were fantastic, you can see for miles. In the autumn, the…read morecolours of the trees is majestic. The food I had here was wonderful. We had a summer salad with strawberries and pecans, and a healthy portion of peppercorn seasoned filet mignon. The speakers are as high quality as any urban night club. The sub woofers have ample power and there were over a dozen speakers pouring top quality sound onto the dancefloor. I think this is a great place to have a wedding. It was worth the approximately 60 minute drive from Ottawa. If you're driving, ask for directions before you go, the GPS satellites get poor reception up in these hills/mountains and all of the big 3 cell companies lose signal here at times.

Great venue. I recently attended a wedding there and really enjoyed myself. The food was good…read more Staff were polite and amazing, and we were able to celebrate with the newly weds until the next day! The setup was beautiful as well. Kudos to management and team! I was highly impressed!

One of these days I actually WILL get in to try the cafe. But darn it - I'll have to try that again…read morebefore 2:30 pm! We were about 45 minutes too late for this today, as we were looking for a coffee date together. Meanwhile, I've got to say that this is a great big facility; bright and clean, except I can't speak for the cafe coz I missed it again! The garden centre is open till 5:00 but the cafe closes at 2:30. They do cater weddings, and as a result this facility is more upscale; expect to pay over $30 per person. They will provide the staff, linens, and food of your choice. I will keep trying to get to the cafe for breakfast or lunch, and re-evaluate the experience once I am able to do that.

One of the few places around my hotel that had a open kitchen until 11pm. Really glad my concierge…read morerecommended that I go to this place. Good selection of booze and I enjoyed their burgers, specializes fries w/ their mulligan sauce and hip hop music. And great service. My server and the bartender were both really friendly. (04/29/2024) I'm not sure about the golf sim, but I like how It doubled as a tv for sports.

Got a smashed burger and poutine. Both were delicious. The service was friendly and the place was…read morenice and quiet

I attended a Friday night wedding at Orchard View on a beautiful May day. The grounds are stunning…read moreand while it's a bit out of the city, the signage is great and the drive is well worth it. There is no need to drive all over the city for photo options if your wedding is at Orchard View - there is a Gazebo, several bridges over beautiful water features, rock features with water falls, beautiful trees, and even inside the venue is spectacular! The food was also very good - we were treated to appetizers (the combination platter of cheeses was my favourite), drinks (non-alcoholic punch was really yummy for the dd), and a four course meal. The venue also offer a late night buffet option. The chandeliers inside the venue are beautiful are really add to the space. I would be very happy to attend another wedding here and also consider the venue myself if I weren't already married - maybe we will just get married again! One tip though - as a guest, don't be late - the design of this location makes it REALLY obvious if you are late!

This place is very beautiful! My sister had her wedding here back five years now and it was…read moreabsolutely gorgeous. The staff was very very very pleasant and wonderful to work with. They always ensure that my sister was happy for the most part, for a bride that's important. The venue itself was very elegant and it was in the summertime so the flowers were beautiful the trees were beautiful grass cut it was a gorgeous wedding. There was even animals :p The food itself was delicious! Was a three course meal and was fancy and scrumptious !! I very much enjoyed it ! The serving staff were very kind and polite! They often came over and offered champagne and wine. The one thing that makes it a 4star is the cost of having the wedding here was expensive as we all know Manotick is pricey ;p All in all great place.

My wife found this nice place to stop on our way back to Barrhaven from Ottawa, what a great stop…read more They have a nice outdoor patio area and the indoor space is quite nice. The wooden tables and decor give it a really nice vibe. The beer and food are ordered separately. The bartender was really nice and gave good insight into their beers and their specials. My wife and I each ordered a pint. The marzen was great, it was nice to have as it is generally hard to find this beer style. I can't recall the other beer we got but it was a bit higher abv, but still had malty flavor. The food was a hit too. We got the pretzel and the schnitzel platter. I was a bit confused by the cranberry, but it worked really well with the meat. It was a pretty large portion, perfect for sharing. We opted for the salad instead of fries, and it was a good choice. Fresh greens and lightly dressed, perfect on a hot day. The schnitzel was well cooked, nice and tender for the most part, though the ends were a bit over cooked and chewy. Mixing the lemon and cranberry on it was delightful, but the schnitzel was quite good on its own. The person cooking was really friendly and made sure we were taken care of.

A yummy spot for German fare in Ottawa. Very spacious with lots of seating and cool decor. You can…read moreorder beer at the bar up front and then food at a separate counter further back. You pay and then find a spot. Noticed some board games you can borrow as well. Food was quite tasty. I got the schnitzel with the works and I liked the pickles, peppers and onions. Quite filling! We also shared some pierogies and they were standard fare. Service was quick and friendly.

Tucked away in a historic courtyard is this hidden secret of social gatherings, tasty dining, and a…read morehealthy variety of beers, wine and spirits. Dine outdoors with the courtyard social ambiance or dine more intimately inside the rustic stone friendly service restaurant. Make sure you start with their signature putine or similarly tasty appetizers.

Went to Beyond the Pale on a Saturday afternoon and loved it. Their patio had plenty of space and a…read moregreat vibe. The staff were super kind, the food was reasonably priced, and the beer selection was excellent. Definitely worth a visit!