Ratatouille Bistro was exactly what I needed on my February trip to Ottawa. I flew in on Family Day…read moreand everything was closed, so I ended up eating at Starbucks. The next morning I was craving real food and found Ratatouille Bistro online. It did not disappoint. I went back multiple times during my stay. The dishes were incredible. The Short Rib Hash Skillet was rich, flavorful, and comforting with the braised short rib, wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, smoked cheddar, sunny side eggs, and crispy smashed potatoes. The Beef Brisket and Caramelized Onion Benedict on their homemade herb scone was just as good. Both dishes were memorable. The walk through the ByWard Market and Lowertown area in the snow made it even better. It felt cozy and cinematic being bundled up and heading to a French fusion cafe. I loved this place.

I'm very mixed on Ratatouille…read more The concept is that the chef traveled a lot and learned different cooking styles and blended them into a French fusion. The techniques are good. I just wish that he spent a little more time working in seasoning foods. None of our food was bad but none of it was standout great. I take that back; the ratatouille Wellington did actually taste good if you don't mind readiness in your ratatouille, which I guess I don't mind but don't prefer. Our server was very into food and did a great job describing the dishes. I was a little put off that he sort of sat/leaned his butt on the table next to us while he did so. It was almost too chilly in the restaurant but bearable. 3 stars: If someone else really wanted to go back, i guess I would, though reluctantly.

This place is a true gem in the heart of Vieux-Hull. I had heard great things about it and finally…read moredecided to give it a trywow. Everything we ordered was a solid 10/10. From the moment we arrived, the service was outstanding: friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The food was exceptionalwe shared four appetizers and every single one was delicious. For main I had their grilled cheese, which was very original and incredibly good. I would definitely come back to this place without a doubt.

This place has good reviews and for good reason! I was looking for a simple French meal (we walked…read moreacross the bridge from Ottawa) and I was not disappointed here! I was immediately drawn to the Donald Duck dish (duck breast) and it was delicious. I wish there was more on the half size plate, because I finished it so fast. The duck was juicy and had a perfect amount of fat on it. And the veggies & garnishes were a great addition to the meal! Our server was very kind and helpful, and we loved the vibe of the place (inside and out). It's also located on a really cute street that's only for pedestrians! Come here if you're looking for solid French meal!

Très, belle terrasse, service impeccable, idéal pour pour groupe de travail. La présentation et la…read morenourriture généralement impeccable. Mais ce soir la sauce a poutine extrêmement salé. Je tiens a dire que ceci n'est pas la norme et l'équipe de serveur et l'ambiance très agréable. Bravo pour une soirée agréable entre ami.

Swift service. Delicious dishes and a great vibe…read more The place is chic and its definitely a must go !

Greeted by a lovely waitress who was able to speak french and english. The place is very cute with…read morea chill atmosphere. The burgers are around $7-$10, and you can add a side poutine for $4. I chose the Le Mont-Bleu with side poutine for a total of about $13. Tastewise the burger and poutine were both delicious with good portions! Lots of flavour, burger was cooked perfectly and tender, fries were crispy with curds of cheese and hot gravy. Couldn't ask for more for comfort food! Cons- None Pros- Good value Food is delicious Great atmosphere Service- 5/5 Location- 3/5 Food- 5/5 Value/Price- 5/5 Atmosphere- 5/5 Would i return? Yes!

Cute place we found using Yelp. We needed lunch for the family and this place was perfect…read more I was able to get a bean burger that was delicious. The kids had an amazing macaroni and cheese and they even catered to my young son who wanted just cheese and bread. I had a side of poutine that was okay. But the veggie burger made It all worth while. :) Parking was in back and It is not a big lot. And again the service was top notch. Restroom was clean and the decor was fun. There was also a outdoor patio.

With the go to spot for Moroccan food being a victim of COVID. This one serves the gap I suppose…read more They are more geared towards the buffet as other than our table almost everyone had the buffet. This lead to very very slow food delivery. I enjoyed the combo of sweet and savory (especially for meat dishes) though I wish they could spice up the tajines was more. For a cuisine that's known for bold flavors there are hints of flavor here and there. There is a lot food here for what one pays and dessert is almost all you can enjoy. The tea was good as well. 3.5 stars.

My husband has actually traveled to Morroco, and his impression was that the food here, as others…read morehave observed, is authentic. I found it all to be delicious. The chicken tagine had complex, clear layers of flavor, and was not weighted down with too much sweet fruit: it was just right. Lamb shanks were a treat, slow-braised to fall-off-the-bone tender. Some of the best hummus I've ever had and a whole different point of reference than the grocery store variety. Fatima herself was tending to guests and she sets a warm tone. We plan to return to the area and will definitely return to this spot when we do.

I have to give this place 5 stars; there was absolutely wonderful! The food was great, the service…read morewas great, and so was the company we were with. There were plenty of waiters, filling up the water glasses, and speaking in either French or English (I got to practice in real time!!) to answer questions or explain what the dishes were that we were served. We were a group of 8, who celebrates the holidays with an upscale restaurant every year, which gives us the chance to try French cuisine at its finest - something we don't do to this extent, for the whole rest of the year! This restaurant is over the top on the scale of top notch. The price range alone puts them at the top of the range. We went there expecting this. Upsides: although the portions would definitely not feed a family of 6 until after the holidays (meaning: portions appear to be small), the food was wonderful. Expect to have a too-large plate placed in front of you with a little dab of food in the centre of it. Seems funny and perhaps a bit odd, or more likely it's just my uneducated palate, but I have to admit to being quite full at the end of the dinner, in spite of the too large plates offering what seemed to be small food. What to expect: Don't come in here if you're in any kind of a hurry. We sat down at 7:00pm, and didn't finish licking the last desert spoon until 11:00pm. Apparently this is normal. Extra special: Since our party was a reasonable size, and we of course ordered a wide variety of foods, our meals would take some time to prepare to perfection. So, they brought us a sample of pate on a cracker of some sort. It was not huge, by any means (about the size of a thumb-nail), but they did not charge us for it. Finally, this is not an every day kind of restaurant. In a typical comparisons with normal every-day restaurants that I frequent, I would probably give this place a 4.5 stars. I am not likely to go back because of the forbidding prices, but this experience was really good. This restaurant would be a good place to propose marriage, or another life event, but the prices put it a little out of the ordinary, at least for me.

Finally I am reviewing my favourite restaurant!!…read more Just wow. I love this establishment. It is our go-to spot for a night out or when having a little vacay across the bridge and staying at the Hilton. I love dressing up and going here. They make you feel very special and the service is how service should be at this level of restaurants. And if you are very lucky you get a window seat. The food,,,,all I can say is that it is beyond comparison to most in Ottawa. I have never been there on an off night. It is always so beautifully plated and your server will explain each dish with flourish! If you appear to be a serious Foodie you just might also get an invitation for a wee visit into the main kitchen area and a conversation with Chef. Even though I can't drink at the moment I have, in the past, visited the wine room to choose the bottle that fits my taste and mood of the moment. I could live in there quite happily for a long time. They have such wonderful selections. And they take their wine very seriously; the Sommelier knows every wine available. They have enough of a selection to please even the fussiest of aficionados. Back to the food. While artfully plated, the food is so much more than a pretty face. It is prepared with care and strict adherence to 5 star caliber. Everything just melts in your mouth and is a little piece of heaven with each bite. I will say though that there are some things I do not eat due to moral issues and it can be difficult to choose something on their menu if you don't eat veal or foie gras. On our last visit my dining partner chose the pan-seared Palet d'or beef tenderloin with duck foie gras butter, pierogies with aged cheddar cheese, celeriac purée, caramelized shallots, accompanied with a Port wine sauce. When someones eyes roll into the back of their head, you know you have a winning dish. I had the roasted deer tenderloin in a juniper crust, potato rösti with boar bacon, beet and amelanchier berry compote, seasonal baby vegetables, wild blackberry coulis, with venison jus. I was completely in love with this dish and would order it again and again if there wasn't changes every time we visit. All in all it is a place for a special time or if you want french gourmet food that completely runs roughshod over any other restaurant in the Ottawa region.

Food was amazing, beautiful and absolutely delicious. Service was incredibly friendly and helpful,…read morebeers and ciders were a great fit to the hip and skilled ambience.

Tucked under the stringed lights of Rue Laval in Gatineau, this small eatery is sure to please…read more Mainly outdoor seating under blue skies, we shared two appetizers and a main. We also had dessert, hello flan! All dishes were stand alone favorites! I think their menu changes but we had fois gras, spicy pork bites and lobster Mac and cheese, which came out bubbling! The lobster part was a cold lobster salad on bread and on top was grilled, bacon wrapped asparagus. Perfectly balanced. The wine and beer was also unique. I had orange white wine, which was delightful for summer! If you are visiting Ottawa, make the trip across the river for this gem! BTW- see photos for correct hours. They do not close at 7pm on Tuesday or I would not be writing this!

Amazing! restaurant was clean, service was great and the food was fantastic! Our favourites were…read morethe prime kalbi and the garlic marinated beef. Also highly recommend the peach mojito for a drink!

One of the best Japanese grill places I have been to. They have wide selection of meats and seafood…read moreand all of them taste delicious! Their bibimbap, takoyaki and creme brulee were nice surprises. Their service was excellent as well. While seating limit is 2 hours, I think that is more than enough time to try a variety of their food. Surely, by the end of 2 hours, all of us were pretty full! Definitely a good interactive dining experience that one must not miss!

We started 2023 with a bang at portugalos . A team of 18 showed up to make ravenous love to the…read moredishes on offer here is a quick pros and cons based on our experience Pros : 1.Service : cordial , welcoming , we were the largest group and we were accommodated with no visible disturbance to the other patrons who were enjoying their cozy dinner , we were loud . 2. Ambience : cozy and classy , very suited for family gatherings and dates 3. Authenticity : it's Portuguese , so it's just like how your Portuguese friends mom makes it , they don't cut corners 4. Parking : common parking of the commercial building around it 5. Drinks : quick and as requested 6. Piriiii piriii : they do mean chicken . Mind blown 7. Desserts 8.breads Cons or can be improved 1. Fish : the wrapped cod was a bit bland but I loved the salted one , very fishy but so goood 2. Steak - meh 3- butter - was crumbling like a cookie

10 minutes from downtown Ottawa/Gatineau, it's more than worth the short drive...Great Portuguese…read morefood -- Bacalhau con natas, lamb shank, paella, sardines, etc. -- everything fresh, tender, and delicious. Very reasonably priced, excellent service, and the owner and staff are very warm, friendly and attentive. The owner gives a damn about his place and about your experience and it shows. Try this spot...You'll love it!

Had a quick stopover for some classic poutine. Crispy fresh fries, pile of cheese, and hot gravy…read more They're clearly popular and everything is churned out at a high volume. We had a medium to share. Service was friendly and our food was ready in just a few minutes. There are a few bar level stools and chairs to sit on. There is also a small parking lot for about 5-6 cars.

Probably one of the better poutines I've had and I've gone around Quebec trying out many places…read more The poutine itself was amazing with the proper squeaky cheese and potatoes. We also tried the burger, it was not bad (granted this is a poutine place). Staff is quick with the order and it came out hot and fresh. It was a snowy day and we ate in the car, food had to be eaten right away to enjoy it. There's not much seating inside and it gets pretty tight when busy. I would come by again and try other things on their menu if I'm ever around the area.