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    La Squadra

    3.8 (18 reviews)

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    An authentic Italian dining experience with a fantastic variety of drink options. Highly recommended.

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    Fantastic food and excellent customer service. The atmosphere is very classy, warm and inviting.

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    Beautiful venue, great service and incredible food. Try Squadra pasta and pizza...and the Arancini may be the best I ever tasted.

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    Mezzanotte Bistro Italiano

    Mezzanotte Bistro Italiano

    3.5
    (41 reviews)
    2.4 km
    $$$

    I've been eating out and reviewing restaurants for quite some time now. While I'm not a…read moreprofessional critic, this is a passion of mine--and one I take seriously. I've had the privilege of dining in many top-tier restaurants across Ottawa, Montréal, Toronto, and Vancouver, so when I say something stands out, it truly does. Last night, we went to Mezzanotte to celebrate a friend's birthday. It was his pick--his favourite restaurant, as he put it--and although I had been there before, I'd never actually sat down for a proper meal. I'll be honest: Italian cuisine isn't usually my first choice. It's not that I don't enjoy it; it's just rarely the style I crave most. That said--wow. Mezzanotte completely blew my mind. First impressions matter, and the recent revitalization of the décor is nothing short of stunning. The space is absolutely beautiful--elegant, warm, and modern while still feeling authentic. The colours, textures, and accents are exceptionally well done, and the bar alone deserves its own applause. It's impressive, inviting, and clearly designed with intention. Before being seated, we had the pleasure of speaking with Tony, the owner. What an outstanding human being. Genuine, welcoming, and deeply passionate--you feel special the moment you interact with him. That tone carries through the entire experience. Our waiter was equally impressive: attentive, knowledgeable, and personable. Because we arrived early (we were heading to a comedy show afterward), the restaurant was relatively quiet, which allowed the service team to truly cater to us. It never felt forced--just natural, thoughtful hospitality. We started with drinks. I went with my usual Old Fashioned--well balanced and executed properly. My wife opted for the Mezzanotte Margarita, their own twist on the classic, and absolutely loved it. Both cocktails set the tone perfectly. Then came the bread bowl with olive oil--and here's where Mezzanotte really showed its personality. The addition of a rich red sauce was a bold and welcome departure from the typical olive oil and balsamic routine. It was flavourful, comforting, and rooted in tradition while still being refreshingly different. This is exactly how innovation should be done. For appetizers, we kept it simple with calamari. As expected, it was very good--light, well seasoned, and nicely cooked. The mains, however, were the true stars. I ordered the Jumbo Prawn Risotto, while my wife chose the Atlantic Salmon. When the plates arrived, they genuinely looked like art. The presentation was so refined that I almost didn't want to touch them. Almost. I usually prefer my risotto a bit saucier--but I stand corrected. This risotto was spectacular. Perfect texture, beautifully balanced flavours, and every piece of seafood was cooked flawlessly. It was rich without being heavy, refined without being pretentious. By the end of the meal, we were completely full--so full that we skipped dessert. And for context, I'm a 6'4" guy with a healthy appetite. Portions were generous, thoughtful, and just right. Were Michelin stars mine to give, Mezzanotte would receive full marks without hesitation--an experience that delivers on food, service, atmosphere, and stars in heart shape at every level. Thank you to Mezzanotte--and especially to Tony--for such a memorable experience. And thank you to my friend for getting me through that door. I will absolutely be returning. Next time, though, it'll be without the pressure of a schedule--right in the heart of a lively evening, with the room buzzing, music flowing, and the full Mezzanotte vibe in motion.

    Great Italian food! Amazing service too. The starter bread and dip were insanely delicious. The…read moremeatballs with ricotta were tasty and a good shareable for three people. I got a seafood pasta and it was divine. I will absolutely be back to try more of the menu. Service was also great, super helpful with the best recommendations. Thank you! A beautiful well setup restaurant !

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    Mamma Teresa Ristorante

    Mamma Teresa Ristorante

    3.7
    (65 reviews)
    2.8 km
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    We had come here on a Monday evening at around 5:30 pm for dinner. We weren't sure what to expect,…read moreas we had never dined here before, and didn't look at the menu before arriving. However, once we stepped into the restaurant, we knew that it would be a tad pricey. We were the only ones in the restaurant at the time when we arrived therefore, we were given a round table near the window. Once we were seated, we each received a menu, and settled on our items. The restaurant itself was quite fancy, with the servers wearing formal attire, and the table setting/wall decor boasting an expensive flair. Once we had settled on our meals, we were given a basket of nicely warmed bread, with olive oil mixed with vinegar, along with peppers and olives on the side. The bread was amazing, and we were able to ask for seconds. The basket was never full, as we continuously ate what was placed inside of it. It was a great start to the meal! Once our main dishes arrived, we were surprised to see how much food was included. The chicken cutlet was quite large, with my son unable to finish it. It was also tasty, as I had tried a few bites. My daughter's meatball however had a strange spice which didn't sit well with her. As well, the dish that my mother and I had settled on had various pieces of burnt pasta, and it wasn't too appetizing. Since the prices were so high for each of the dishes, we were surprised that the taste wasn't adequate. Since we had such a positive experience with the complimentary bread, we expected the same for the main meal. However, we weren't too pleased with most of the items we had ordered. I have to give kudos to the service at this restaurant, as we were always doted on, from start to finish. We even saw the manager (or owner) come out to greet all of the guests individually. Although this restaurant was on the higher-end, the food just didn't suffice, and wasn't worth the price that we had paid.

    We have dinner m'y friend and me at Mamma Best Italian Ristorante in Ottawa. The service is well…read moredone and fast. The place is a old House with a nice Touch of English house. We really enjoy our plates of spaghetti, manicotti, pastis délicieuse. Very good a glass of red wine. They have a good sélection of food and wine.

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    Ristorante Marzitelli

    4.3
    (4 reviews)
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    Visited Marzitelli for happy hour last night with a gal pal. I was surprised by how large the space…read morewas with lots of possible seating, a stage and dance floor! The restaurant was very quiet which was odd cause we had a great experience. We sat on the patio overlooking Elgin which was nice. We ordered half priced drinks: a Caesar and a non alch Paloma - both yummy and two 8$ apps: magic mushroom and truffle fries. The mushroom on toast was DELISH and they added an extra (supposed to be 3) presumably because we were 2 - nice touch! The fries were excellent but not very truffly. Friendly service and great prices - will certainly be back for one of their music nights!

    We went today to celebrate Father's Day for brunch on their cute , nicely decorated patio! It's…read moretheir second week only serving brunch and we had a lovely experience. Kids menu or options could be a great addition I believe. Food was good, simple. We loved the cupcakes at the beginning (it's a courtesy of the restaurant). We tried their caprese omelettes ( thought it would be mixed together but apparently it's a plain omelette topped with the capers and basil!) kids got the French toast, a bit on the soggy end.Our waiter was very kind and the chef came out to make sure all was good. It's just the atmosphere that is unique and lovely. Parking on the weekend was bro an issue because the side streets offer free parking :)

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