The best restaurants in Ottawa

10 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Bianchis Pizza Downtown

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Venerable pizzeria serving thin-crust pies in a 1920's-inspired space with tin ceilings & low light.

607 La Salle St

“Venerable pizzeria serving thin-crust pies in a 1920's-inspired space with tin ceilings & low light.”

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Rosati's Pizza and Sports Pub

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Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

375 W Stevenson Rd

“Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.”

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

3001 Fairfield Ln

“Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.”

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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

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Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.

4119 Columbus St

“Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.”

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B.A.S.H. Burger and Sushi House - Ottawa

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Modern eatery with an innovative menu featuring burgers, sushi rolls & mac 'n' cheese, plus a patio.

1012 La Salle St

“Modern eatery with an innovative menu featuring burgers, sushi rolls & mac 'n' cheese, plus a patio.”

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Woody's Steak House

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Casual chophouse serving steak, seafood & pasta amid wood-paneled walls & stained glass windows.

1321 La Salle St

“Casual chophouse serving steak, seafood & pasta amid wood-paneled walls & stained glass windows.”

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Hank's Farm Restaurant

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Dairy barn turned American eatery serving fried chicken, steaks, ribs & a Sunday brunch buffet.

2973 IL-71

“Dairy barn turned American eatery serving fried chicken, steaks, ribs & a Sunday brunch buffet.”

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R Grotto Ristorante

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Family-friendly Italian restaurant & bar serving specialty pizzas, pasta, subs & wings.

710 La Salle St

“Family-friendly Italian restaurant & bar serving specialty pizzas, pasta, subs & wings.”

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Carson Tap House

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Casual eatery for burgers and other comfort foods, plus craft beers and cocktails.

823 Liberty St (Morris)

“Casual eatery for burgers and other comfort foods, plus craft beers and cocktails.”

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Rooted

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Farm-to-table restaurant offering a seasonal menu of American classics alongside bourbon, craft beer and cocktails.

125 W Mondamin St (Minooka)

“Farm-to-table restaurant offering a seasonal menu of American classics alongside bourbon, craft beer and cocktails.”

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