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!

The food and service were good! Ambiance was nice for a date night too. However, we got seated at a…read morehigh top with bar chairs which I wasn't a huge fan of. The seating is somewhat limited. Portions were a bit small.

My friend made me discover this spot. We have made a reservation for 530pm. When we got there we…read moredecided to eat at the small patio outside. We ordered the mussels as appetizer. While we were waiting for the appetizer we were served bread as well as some black olives. The mussels sauce tasted amazing. My friend says she will be coming back just for that. I chose the chicken for main, they do not offer a piece of chicken they offer two piece or a whole chicken. I could not believe the amount of food for the price. My chicken was really juicy. It was served with salad as well as a side of fries or rice. I picked the option of fries. The salad was ordinary I only had half a cherry tomato, A few pieces of grated carrots as well as a few pieces of onions. The fries were nice and crispy just like I love them. We had a pitcher of water left on the table. That way we could serve ourselves. We both made the mistake of asking for water before we realized it. Free parking with lots of space. They are located in front of movati. I was disappointed that they did not have a cocktail menu. I wish they could make me Discovered some Portugal drinks.

I always thought it was a take out place knly but I was way wrong . The place itself is beautiful,…read moreinside so modern and so casual . Staff were very welcoming and kind , as it was our first time they went out of the way to explain the menu . We had the chicken wings and the half chicken . My favourite was the half chicken. Everything was very fresh , recently made and the chicken was very juicy . The fries were amazing too just a bit spicy a few of them but overall really enjoyed it .

This place was recommended to me for their tasty chicken. We came on a Sunday evening before the…read moredinner rush, at 4 pm. I Guess you order at the register, there should be a sign because the host stand is confusing. They also were out of lemonades for the almost two hours we were there, I recommend making a second batch on weekends so you don't have to worry about Thawing your lemonade concentrate in the middle of a dinner rush. There were many large parties dining so I can understand they weren't prepared, our food took over 45 minutes for 3 meals. So your system needs improvement, good is tasty. But service is important, too.

Nando's never disappoints!! The chicken is very juicy and flavorful. If you're going as a group I…read moredefinitely recommend the platters because you get so much for what you pay for. The garlic bread is my favorite side it's just perfect. Not to mention the natas for dessert!!! They they taste so much better when served hot!

This place is amazing if you haven't tried it. Looove the Brussels sprouts, I know right, who says…read morethat, but you have to try them and the Peri-peri chicken is just as delicious. Looking for something new try, this is the place, you won't be disappointed.

I made a quick run for a half peri peri chicken after a late workout on a weekday . That's…read moreessentially the usp in a single line there . Delicious grab and go non breaded chicken on a late night on a weekday The pros and cons Pros 1. The taste : well spiced and evenly grilled . Can't go wrong with a franchise 3. Service : fast 4. Parking : strip mall , free 5. Seating : sufficient for small groups Can be improved 1. Portion : less for the price point 2. Veggie sides : not impressed 3. Sauces : although a wide range all of them has same flavor when had with the chicken My go to : the half grill

We were looking for a good Martini and Cal did not disappoint. He also recommended the favourite…read moreones and was making sure we were satisfied

I checked the websites and reviews of many restaurants in Ottawa to find an interesting place for…read moredinner my first night here. Apothecary Lounge seemed to have many things I knew I'd enjoy, such as the menu items and the atmosphere. It surpassed expectations. Upon entry, going down the stairs, I noticed an enjoyable aroma, but it took me a minute to realize what it was - cocktail smoke from the wood chips used to smoke many cocktails. That eventually included my first drink, the Mortician. Later in the evening, I took advantage of the Dealer's Choice menu option, to have the bartenders craft a drink to my whim. I requested a variation on an Old Fashioned using Canadian Rye and something other than simple syrup as the sweetener. My drink was interesting and complex, including Amaro Nonino (a favorite of mine) and yellow chartreuse. Well done! We ordered both small plates and entrees while there. Everything came out really quickly, everything was fresh and full of flavor. Of everything I ordered, my favorite was the Bang Bang Shrimp. Unfortunately, the wonderful lounge mood-lighting made it difficult for me to take good photos using my older phone. But the highlight of the evening was the service. We could tell we were going to be in for an enjoyable time the minute he greeted us, wearing a tiara, and joking about how he got it and why he wore it. He was friendly and chatty, while being very knowledgeable about the menu, and attentive, checking on us every few minutes with more banter. he had an infectious laugh that he brought to every table, and it was clear he was enjoying what he was doing. I've had probably thousands of meals out over the years, and most service blends together. This waiter, this service, will be memorable, which helped make the entire experience memorable.

I have recently moved into the area and make every effort to support local businesses. A friend…read moreand I ate an early dinner there a few days ago. We ate inside although they have a wonderful looking patio out front. Service was fast and friendly. Along with a lager and lime, I had their specialty of the day, fish and chips. For once, I enjoyed a battered fish that was not oily. The fries are among the best I have had in Ottawa. I would go back again, and will recommend it anyone who asks.

Decent enough dive for suburbia. Beers and pub grub. Service was above average but the food (deep…read morefried pickles) were below average. All in all - about what you'd expect for a neighbourhood watering hole.

Right next to GoodLife fitness. I had to stop on the way out to try what they are known for the…read morepeanut chicken wings. They have a nice kick to them sweet and they really do have a peanut taste. Had chicken nacho before just forgot to take a picture. $22 for the nachos extra $6 for chicken... the chicken was a bit dry and it did not have much of it. Good size to share. Overall good experience service was great!

Great beer selection. Food was very good, especially the Squash and Ginger soup of the day! Wings…read morewere too small, but they were tasty. Date chicken sandwich was good. I'd be a regular if I lived around here.

Friendly staff, chill atmosphere, delicious food. Seems to be pretty popular with local folks and…read moreregulars

Really good food and informal atmosphere. The service was beyond excellent.!! We had a recommend…read morethis restaurant for low-key and good food!