Located inside a hotel one tends to have minimal expectations ime. This one is a mix bag. I enjoyed the fish & chips but not burger. The beer selection is mainly craft (not a fan) so that could bode well for some. Service was decent on both visits (my choices were limited due to extreme cold weather as either go out or stay put). Their happy hour was ok though I think their focus is on cured meats so maybe I ought to try that. I ate early so went for a main instead. 2.5-3 stars. read more

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The service was really attentive and friendly and the place had a nice ambiance, while being welcoming to both families and those looking for a nice night out. The food, however, was mediocre overall. We had the albacore tuna sashimi and foie gras terrine to start. The sashimi was actually a nice portion of thick cut sashimi, but the sauce and garnishes could have complemented the tuna a bit better. The foie gras terrine was ok - not enough crostinis to go with the foie gras. Flavour wasn't too strong. For the pappardelle, it looked like chunks of pork belly instead of pig cheek? The pork belly was nice and crispy but overly salty. On the other hand the pappardelle and sauce was super bland with zero flavour. Overall, the food didn't meet my expectations. read more

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We went for brunch. Their brunch menu was small but had variety. We ordered the duck poutine and croque monsieur. The duck poutine was good and filling. The croque monsieur was a bit small. Overall the duck poutine was worth it but the croque monsieur was a bit pricey for what you get. Thr atmosphere is cute and plenty of seating is available. read more

The Albion Rooms - Duck poutine & croque monsieur - Gastropubs Near Me - Ottawa, Ontario

We were excited to try the Albion Rooms after reading some really great reviews on Yelp. We made a reservation through Open Table and opted to sit on the patio on a warm, early September evening. We started off with some cocktails which we were told were invented by the very talented bartender. We decided on the Disco from Jalisco and El Barrio Nights. OMG, I'm not exaggerating when I say the El Barrio Nights was the best cocktail I've ever had. I'm hoping I'll be able to replicate it at home. The ingredients are white vermouth, bitter apperitivo, salt and orange, garnished with a green olive. I don't know exactly what I'm going to use to replicate it but I have to try. It was bitter, sweet, salty and oh so delicious!!! My husband also loved his Disco from Jalisco which had tequila, Mezcal, lime, jalapeno, kaffir lime and Chartreuse. For dinner we started with the scotch egg which was amazing. The outside was so crisp and the egg yolk was lovely and runny. We then shared the charcuterie board, which was so yummy. For me, the stand out was the foie gras with fleur de sel on top. There were 2 kinds of salami (one was just a little too chewy), a lovely, creamy brie, pickled green beans, pickled golden beets, capers, dried apricots and some grainy mustard. Everything was delicious and we'd most definitely return to the Albion Rooms. read more

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My husband and I came here to reclaim the nostalgia after going out to our very first live contemporary dance performance at Arts Court last week after two long years. I had a Scotch egg and a seasonal cocktail (I can't remember the name of it!) and he had a cheeseburger. We sat by the "fire" and it was cozy. There weren't very many patrons, either. The Scotch egg was delicious - crisp on the outside and ooey gooey eggy goodness on the inside. The cocktail was just my speed with a little bit of cranberry and citrus. I love the Albion Rooms and look forward to many more post-dance and theatre performance chats there! read more

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Good atmosphere and wine selection. I tried the fish and chips and it was fine, perfectly cooked but a little too plain for my taste. Service was really slow, they said that day was the holiday party for the staff and they staffed temporarily with people from other location, that did not know the dishes or the wines. So that was kind of terrible, but they did not charge me for my two glasses of Niagara falls Riesling because of the looong wait for the food. So I guess they care. I would go back! read more

You must order the scotch egg here. Very delicious with the crispy shell, savoury outer layer, gooey yolk, sweet purée... yummm. I would come back just for that. Also ordered the elk burger and while it was a good burger, it wasn't a standout item on the menu. The ranch sauce was what made it good. I have to give it to them though, it's not that gamey for elk. The wedges were just ok. It came with ketchup and mayo but they should do a ranch mayo instead. That would have been delicious! I also loved the ambiance there. Great for groups with the lounge area, comfortable chairs, dim and gorgeous lighting. Loved the decor! read more

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Had a fantastic five course new years experience. Service was excellent, informative and attentive. We will certainly be back for regular service as the regular menu looks amazing. The dinning room is spacious and seating was comfortable. Thanks for a wonderful evening. read more

I came here with friends to share dishes, as I was curious how the food had changed since the last time I was here. We started with a charcuterie board with 2 meats and 1 cheese. The duck breast was AMAZING. I would get a board with JUST that; it was salty, smoky, and hearty. The rilette was tasty, but was more like an average paté. As for the cheese, they give a good portion, so that went well with the rest of the board, which had a lot of pickled vegetables. It would be a good balance to have more sweet items (dried fruits, compote/sauces), as I found the board leaning too much on the sour end. Value-wise, I was impressed! We also shared: - 72 hour short rib: the best dish of the night; everyone loved how fall-off-the-fork tender this was, and the meat went well with the sauce and vegetables. The kale was my favourite vegetable with the meat, but the carrots were still a bit hard. It was a large portion, and surprised us all! - Tourtière with 4 kinds of meat: I was expecting this to taste interesting due to the 4 meats it had, but it was just better than average. The meat was tender, and slightly gamey (I like it really gamey), and not overly oily! The buttery, flaky crust may have been the best part. We also got a drink each; the cocktails definitely stand out as being unique; some are stronger than the others! Service was attentive. Next time I'll sit at the bar to chat with the servers! read more

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For the service, food, and the ultimate price, The Albion Rooms deserves the 5/5. Nothing here blew my mind to the point where I was crying tears of joy, but that's not the point. The point here is that this is a VERY capable gastropub that looks great, has nice staff, and produces food to a high standard. Ultimately, for a loaded charcuterie board 4 drinks, and a 2 mains, being out around $120 (before tax) is absolutely reasonable and does this class of food and pub extreme justice. I will be returning. read more

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Friendly bartender, great service, outstanding food, interesting decor, Ontario craft beer on tap--what more can you ask for? Short ribs with Yorkshire Pudding was melt in your mouth delicious. I had risotto with peas, white wine and goat cheese which was like upscale comfort food. Would definitely make this a regular stop if we lived in Ottawa. read more

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When you've had a week from hell, the last thing you want to do is worry about cooking and meals. My wife and I as of lately haven't had the opportunity to go on a date. We have a 3yr old son and well...you get the picture. My mother in law offered to watch him this weekend and it was welcomed with smiles :) We've heard about the Albion Rooms and we've both heard nothing but great things. The cocktails are superb - fresh, innovative and delicious! To start, we had the scotch egg and gnocchi. The scotch egg was a real home run while I thought the gnocchi was a touch under seasoned,however, the cheese in the dish made up for that. We Both got the 72 hour short rib. Wow is all I can say. Tender, fall of the bone, juicy and flavourful. The Yorkshire pudding was soft yet firm and the roasted veggies were buttery and excellent. The service was attentive but also gave us space. The atmosphere was both intimate, modern with a touch of 1920's thrown into it (it'll make sense when you go here) All in all, I can't wait to come back here. read more

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Wow. Don't overthink this one. Just go! The food and service are outstanding. Menu is straightforward and delicious. Ambiance is super comfortable (there really are rooms!). Highly recommend. read more

Perfect restaurant. Unassuming but delicious...lovely decor and beautiful presentation. Ordered the charcuterie plate with 3 meats and 2 cheeses. Duck was insanely good. Pork cheek for my main was superb. Great mix of flavours. My guests from Japan had the hangar steak and on their first bite they both exhaled and groaned. You know that sound. They were in heaven. Brussels sprouts are excellent. Drinks could be a bit stiffer considering the price. Big fan of Albion Rooms. It's one of those special Ottawa restaurants that most will dismiss because it's in a Hotel (Ottawa's first and oldest hotel, mind you...) I always bring people from out of town there because it's a real slice of Canadiana with some history plus plus plus. Return? No doubt. read more

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Nestled in the Novotel Ottawa Hotel, this resto bar may be a little difficult to find at first. There are multiple rooms (of course), and far more space and seating than meets the eye. It's not a party bar - trendy but somehow still homey and not pretentious, and the couch seating even includes pillows. I've been wanting to give this place a try after hearing they had some really great cocktails. I went with some friends for dinner and drinks to celebrate my birthday and thought I would indulge and splurge a little. I got the Shrabanero (habanero-infused gin and ginger beer based) and the Fashionable Tom (bourbon and orange based). Both were absolutely delicious, strong and flavourful but not too sweet, and met my expectations, though they were a good $14 and $16, respectively. The cocktails were definitely the star of the show here. I also split the charcuterie board of three with a friend. We chose the foie gras with honey, the wild boar rillette, and the 14-month aged cheddar. All were great, particularly the foie, but in my opinion, it was the only one worth the $10, had we paid for it individually. At the $27 price point, the portions seemed smaller than average. The brown paper bag used to serve the crostini, however, had quite a bit in it and we munched on a few by themselves to satisfy that salt craving. The short rib was cooked perfectly, but was incredibly fatty and started pooling oil/grease at the bottom of my bowl, so, unfortunately, I had to stop eating and couldn't finish it. I did have an upset stomach afterward, along with my friend who ordered the same dish, so I'm not quite sure what happened there. Total cost was about $100 with tax before tip for three oysters, half of the three-item charcuterie, the short rib main, and two alcoholic cocktails. Nice for a special occasion night eating rich foods, so stick to bar snacks and a cocktail or two to keep it more pocket- and tummy-friendly. If I could give 3.5 stars, I would! read more

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I've been here twice. Once for before dinner drinks - good selection, great service. I just sat at the bar area and the bartenders are the waiters, no complaints at all. I knew I had to come back. Second time, came for after work drinks and a light dinner. Ended up ordering a charcuterie platter, scotch egg, Parmesan fries and a salad to share. Charcuterie was the best, the foie and salmon prepared in house and it was delicious. Chorizo is local and I normally don't like chorizo but it's good - not too spicy. Well presented board with accompaniments and sufficient crostini (I hate asking for more) I think it's reasonably priced for what you get and the service has been great both times. (Always bar area) Can't wait to go back. read more

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Food is delicious, the ambiance and the tables are very enjoyable. The season drinks at highly enjoyable. I took the burger and the fish and chip and was delighted. The portions were perfectly sized and the food was very good read more

We had reservations here last week, for our 6th anniversary. We were looking for something interesting but not overly fancy. The Albion did not disappoint. We arrived in good time for our 8pm reservation and were seated at the best table in the house. The waitress informed us that the "vultures had been circling" our table which gave us quite a giggle. Overall, I have mixed feelings about the entire Albion Room experience. The service was reasonably friendly but to-the-point, which I prefer above all other styles. However, the time between our appetizer and mains was a little prolonged. It didn't matter too much though because we were enjoying our conversation and drinks. I ordered the salad which was excellent in flavour and complexity but hilariously plated. It was a ginormous salad and it showed up on one of those classic, small, clear plates with the intricate raised designs on the underside. You know, the ones that all of our moms used to have to serve cheese and crackers on. Anyhow, what ensued as a result was me gingerly poking at this stack of greens on a very tiny plate while laughing and hoping the entire pile didn't fall on me! The salad was very tasty. It had all of the standard greens, dandelion greens, an immensely tasty green I didn't recognize, mint leaves, sweet-pickled cranberries, goat feta, sunflower seeds, and supremed orange segments. We ordered a scotch egg and the cauliflower plate to share. The scotch egg was very complex and moist. It contained duck, pork, deer, and wild boar. My only complaint was that it was a little overly fried/too crunchy. But c'mon! The cauliflower plate was a delight. Seared cauliflower, saffron mayo, raisins, croutons, pine nuts. These are flavours that have long been married but the balance on the plate was impressive! Saffron is not usually a favourite flavour of mine but they made it work. Lastly, my partner in dining had the elk burger. I was fortunate to taste a bit of it. I wasn't sure if I would like it because sometimes game can taste like beef, which I don't much care for. The elk had an excellent flavor which I might liken to a mix of pork and lamb with a hint of beef (for those who have never tasted elk either!). The burger also had bacon, cheddar, roasted shallot aioli - lots of good stuff. On the plate, was also discovered a curious pile of pickled onions. I tasted them and discovered they also had a small amount blue cheese added to them. This was an amazing combination. I tried it with the cauliflower. I tried it with the burger. All great! I'd head back in a heartbeat. One further note: I respect that the kitchen has included the names of their back-of-house staff on the menu. That gives me confidence. read more

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Amazing menu and staff! The charcuterie board is a hit and every dishes are freshly made

Came here for a food outing, and enjoyed a smorgasbord of tasty morsels. The location is right in the heart of downtown in the Novotel. Not far from the Rideau Centre, which we chose for underground parking as it is essentially across the street! Not being from Ottawa we had heard a few good things about this place and my guy was eager to check it out. A decent wine list with many local Ontario selections. We ordered a charcuterie board which was heavenly, so many bites to pick from and we were able to have a nice convo while enjoying. Next - was the scotch egg. Which was tasty, well seasoned and cooked perfectly. We didn't stay for mains this time but we will definitely be back. read more

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Nice ambience, great place for groups and couples. Servers and bar tenders are friendly. Food are FANTASTIC! One of the best in Ottawa! read more

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Good food menu but beer selection is somehow limited. We had pizza with some appetizers. The Calamari's were ok but not the best. Pizza was crispy and good. Overall good place to have a meal sitting outside. read more

This is a great place. It is in the a hotel in case you can't find it. I have to say that I was slightly annoyed the first time I showed up to this place. They did not have any space for us and they "don't do takeout". I decided to give them another try the next night with a reservation. When I returned with my family the next night, I was not disappointed. The food was outstanding. They had elk and wild boar on the menu, which is what attracted me to this place to begin with. The first night's impression was completely removed and replaced with this great second night. I am so happy I gave them a second try. Also, they have the best cheese and meat plates. That is one of my favorites, so the fact that it is offered both as an appetizer or a dessert wins 5 stars with me automatically. If you are in Ottawa, then this is the place you want to go to for a majorly nice dinner while in the city. read more

I don't know about you Yelpers but I hotel dining usually sucks. It's about the same quality as chain food with a 50% markup. When I heard the Novotel had a new joint open up called The Albion Rooms I was a little hesitant to give it a shot. Then it happened. The rumours started this summer, a magical place in Ottawa was serving shooter sandwiches! What are shooter sandwiches you ask? NSFL http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/gallery/2010/apr/07/how-to-make-shooters-sandwich I made the trek over to the Novotel and found The Albion Rooms. It's a little lounge in the corner of the lobby but it's pretty a swank little spot. We sat down at a small table with these pretty comfortable chairs and our server came over immediately. We asked about the shooter sandwiches and unfortunately they didn't have the steak one but had a chicken one. We agreed to give it a shot and they recommended their chips. A round of cocktails and we our meal arrives! We found out chips were actually these massive fries covered in garlic and parmesan. First bite into the chips was excellent! Unfortunately the chicken sandwich just isn't as good as the steak. It wasn't bad but I had higher hopes. The meal itself was around $15 which is what I was expecting. Would I come back for the chicken? Probably not but I'd definitely give some other items a shot and get the chips again. It's a little hidden gem as a location if you want to tuck away for a drink as well. Also our server was awesome. read more

The draw here is the atmosphere and the well-presented bar. It was a little awkward walking in as no one tried to seat us even though the bartender and a waitress saw us looking lost. It wasn't clear whether we had to wait to be seated or it was a "order at the bar and seat yourself" type of situation. That aside, the food was great and presented beautifully. I am on the fence on whether my experience was a 3.5 or a full 4 stars because of the initial arrival experience - we were feeling so out of place and awkward because of the lack of acknowledgement, but the night turned around once we were seated. read more

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We had a pricey lunch at the Albion Room while staying at the attached Novotel during family day weekend. The Albion Room has fantastic food (the elk burger was fantastic) and nice ambiance but the service is really terrible. We were basically ignored by a surly waiter who was clearly hated his job. When we first arrived service was slow (although there were only a couple of tables) and it only got worse as it got busier. No questions about how we were doing -- we had to go out of our way to get the waiters attention. We returned the following afternoon for drinks and it was just as bad or worse. We watched as an elderly couple, who sat down and waited for about 15 minutes for service, got up and left in frustration. It was the same unhappy sole waiter both times. Clearly, either they are experiencing a crisis in staffing or the owner(s) is too cheap to hire additional staff during a long weekend at Winterlude. Such a disappointment. read more

I have been here a number of times and would definitely recommend it either for dinner or some drinks and apps. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is upscale while still being fun. They have an interesting cocktail menu which is sure to have something for all tastes and an extensive liquor collection however it the food which really keeps me coming back. I have yet to have anything that I didn't like but the scotch egg and the cauliflower dishes are definitely my favorite. If you are looking for something more substantial then I definitely recommend the fish and chips which is a large step above your normal pub version. All in all this is a great place to take someone and manage to impress while still not breaking the bank. read more

I wanted to rate The Albion Rooms a 5, because the food and presentation are excellent, but the service was so slow! Granted, I was there with a convention, and perhaps they weren't really ready for the number of chow-hounds they'd be faced with, but still. For the prices I think speedier service would not have been too much to ask for. The staff themselves were great when we could get them, though. I can tell that The Albion Rooms takes professionalism seriously, and I don't blame the staff for the slow service so much as the hotel not realizing that the convention would require more staff. The exception to this was breakfast, which -- while a buffet -- had impeccable service for drinks, with friendly and professional staff. Actually I ordered the maple grapefruit hollandaise eggs benedict. It had a better name than that, but I don't remember what it was. I was suspicious that it would be weird, or too sweet or something, but it was exquisite. Go get that for breakfast and you will have LIFE! I also treated myself to the steak dinner one night, which was fantastic. I also shared a charcuterie board with someone and that was delightful, too. I wish it were just a smidge less pricey, however. Anyway -- food was great, as I said. Absolutely recommended if you're staying at the Novotel or just in the area and want a lovely dinner. read more

Normally I avoid hotel restaurants like black plague and normally I am correct in doing so. Yet somehow lil' ol' Ottawa has two rockstar exceptions to this and this is one of them. I've been here with large groups, small tables, and alone, not once disappointed. The menus are great, the service is fun, so bring on those cocktails. Who knew that a hotel resto could be so great? read more

Love this place - helps that the staff are exceptionally awesome and personable. They offer locally sourced products, a gourmands experience and a price that most people can afford. Love the elk burger and fries! The charcuterie boards are impressive, Jace does an amazing job at dressing up the wood slabs and is always patient explaining to patrons what he's doing. Steph the bartender is so personable and could probably spark up a conversation with anyone. Erin/Corey/Sarah/Nevin/Michael/John - and the rest are an amazing team that delivers spot on service, providing quality product at a reasonable price in an environment that would beg for a suit/tie scenario but is very much a come as you are atmosphere. Highly recommend their take on a Caesar....actually any of their cocktails....they make a lot of in house nuances to their liquor (dill spiced vodka). They have a dining room but recommend the lounge side the most.....more to see, more interaction, and it's the same menu. read more

While hotel restaurant cuisine can be very traumatizing, that wasn't the case with Albion Rooms. Instead, the food was well-prepared and flavoured and made me want to return to try out more of their menu. We kind of made a mistake in going there at 11:00 on a holiday Monday because it is not a brunch place. That said, our lunch dishes (fish and chips for me, ceviche and cauliflower) were very tasty. My fish and chips was the good kind of greasy, ( not the "ugh, I can't eat more than one bite kind"). The fries were lovely too, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. I didn't havemy dining companion's cauliflower but she loved it and the portion was generous. I had a taste of the ceviche and it was light, but bracing, if that makes sense. The presentation was beautiful as well. I also loved the drink I ordered, the Marcus Brutus. It's basically an amped-up Caesar. So flavourful, not skimping on the alcohol and the garnish was three different kinds of charcuterie. Yum! Apparently, cheese and charcuterie is their specialty so I will have to go back and try some. The ambiance and décor seemed great. We went on a rainy morning, so we didn't get the full vibe. I walked by there late on a Friday once, and it seemed happening. read more

Mediocre at best. They need to work on their cocktails. Staff needs to be more customer oriented. Overall disappointment.

Been here 2-3 times through various business trips in Ottawa. Very cozy yet chic atmosphere. The most impressive aspect of the food would be the presentation. Every dish looked so appetizing. The taste itself is not the most extraordinary though. Most of the meat is not salty enough, especially the tuna steak, which was dry and had no flavour at all. The pork chop was not bad though. One item that I loved was the scotch eggs, with the yolk that's not funny but not cooked, just how I like it. The desserts' names sound appetizing, and half of them actually are. I really liked the blueberry bread pudding. The apple pie was covered with a layer of some kind of strong tasting cheese, which wasn't a great combination (it's an old way to eat apple pies apparently). When I took the cheese off, the apple pie became too sweet. The staff was always very nice. Overall nice experience. Just doesn't suit my tastes too much. read more

Love stopping by this place for drink after work but Friday I stopped by and was unable to get a drink liquor licence was suspended I suppose ‍ for some reason or another seems strange such a large company as the Novotel would have that happen bummer hope it's sorted out soon 1 star down :( read more

Usually hotel restaurants are boring but The Albion Rooms is anything but. Truly one of my favourite spots because of the food, ambiance, and cocktails. I've been here several times since I usually end up staying at the hotel so my review comes from a year + of different experiences there. Overall the food is delicious (I'm drooling just thinking about it) , the charcuterie will blow your mind (Try the salmon or foie with burnt honey). I never usually go with the charcuterie because the value isn't there but this one will blow your mind. Love the cauliflower dish which is a staple in my mind. The food is just tasty and flavourful it's so hard to try to figure out what you should enjoy. It's that good. Good ingredients matter and the team seems to seek out the best and locally sourced foods because the dishes have this natural deliciousness to it that makes you devour everything. The cocktails are solid and always changing. The bar tending team is personable and friendly while making some of the best drinks I've had. Must go try! read more

Had the short ribs. They were perfect. Very, very good service and nice craft beers. Better then the touristy restaurants. We were happy to be here. read more

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Tonight's dinner was, to quote the dictionary, a "stroke of serendipity". Somehow I had a different place in mind that was definitely not where we ended up, but so glad we "serendipitously" found it inside the Novotel on Nicholas street. The bar/ lounge area had a nice ambiance and great for drinks while the upstairs dining room was decorated to be cozy but offered spacious seating at the same time. Several large parties were there for dinner so great spot for large dinner events! As a gastropub they had some "elevated" classics like a smoked pea and ham soup - delish - and elk burger as their classic staples. Starters and mains rotate throughout the year based on seasons. Their food is also cited as farm to table - if that gives you more peace of mind or bonus knowing the ingredients are fresh and supporting local businesses! The sweet potatoes gnocchi was much bigger in portion that other starter size pasta dishes. If you're hungry that and a main is great, or if you're on the less hungry side I think that dish itself could be just as satisfying. While the gnocchi was a little bit chewier than I usually like and slightly under seasoned,the thinly shaved parmigiana made the dish come alive. The Cornish hen was a hearty main portion as well. Well cooked inside to out and did not taste dry - major key The mariposa duck was cooked medium rare and seared on the outside Very tasty and just enough chew. Again both dishes were hearty plates with lots of beans and potatoes to keep the carb love coming! Fun place downtown. A "serendipity" discovery for me (my word of the day) definitely will come back for the bar or patio next time! read more

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Wow. Great breakfast. Had the smoked fish breakfast. Apple slaw was delicious. First time I've ever had smoked capers and I was extremely impressed. Great spicy bloody Mary's. Also this place has a drink called the trap door, it's a bourbon martini, looks amazing. If you're looking to impress your date order them this drink! read more

Nice place. The waiter was really friendly. He wasn't as helpful with the menu. He didn't like many of the menu items, nice of him to be honest but I may have missed some gems. I'm guessing he's not into seafood. The fries were tasty, I also enjoyed the oysters and charcuterie. My striploin arrived overdone. :( read more

We had a great experience dining at the Albion Rooms and enjoyed the variety of the menu. Our server Erin was wonderful, very attentive and knowledgeable about the local area. We also loved the design of the place. The food overall was excellent and they have a great beer/wine selection. We started with a cheese board which came with several accompaniments as well as the cauliflower and carrot soup. Both tasted great! For main course I had the elk burger and my wife had the fish and chips. The burger was juicy and full of flavor. The fish and chips were decent, but a little heavy with breading and the chips were average. Some people like more breading so I suppose it's really a personal preference thing. We would have given 5 star but for the fish and chips. This is a great spot for a drink, snack or full meal and we'll definitely be back next time we're in Ottawa. read more