Looking for somewhere date night in Ottawa? These independent spots were tagged date night by our community and owners — ranked by rating, each with a link to its full profile.
Ottawa · 4.8/5 (1254 reviews) · greek, italian
Neighbourhood gem in Wellington West with a daily-changing menu driven by seasonal Ontario produce and sustainable seafood
Known for: a daily-changing menu driven by seasonal Ontario produce and sustainable seafood.
Ottawa · 4.8/5 (295 reviews) · fusion, greek
Modern Middle Eastern cafe and restaurant in the heart of Ottawa's historic ByWard Market. Upscale dining experience with bespoke cocktails, a curated wine list, and delicious flavours from the Eastern Mediterranean.
Known for: upscale dining with bespoke cocktails and Eastern Mediterranean flavors.
Ottawa · 4.7/5 (654 reviews) · caribbean, fusion
Ottawa's most acclaimed fine dining experience. Multi-course molecular gastronomy tasting menus that push culinary boundaries
Known for: multi-course molecular gastronomy tasting menus that push culinary boundaries.
Ottawa · 4.7/5 (1799 reviews) · italian
Ottawa's premier Italian restaurant and gourmet market in the ByWard Market. Three generations of family-owned excellence featuring handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and imported Italian specialties.
Known for: handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and imported Italian specialties
Ottawa · 4.6/5 (1635 reviews) · french, fusion
Award-winning modern Canadian restaurant on Sparks Street by chef Matthew Carmichael. Seasonal tasting menus and à la carte dishes showcasing the finest Canadian ingredients in a sophisticated setting.
Known for: award-winning modern Canadian cuisine showcasing fine Canadian ingredients
Ottawa · 4.4/5 (2343 reviews) · african, caribbean
High-energy taqueria and tequila bar with inventive tacos, fresh guacamole, and an extensive mezcal collection
Known for: inventive tacos, fresh guacamole, and an extensive mezcal collection
Ottawa · 4.3/5 (4963 reviews)
Ottawa's legendary shawarma spot. Massive wraps, platters, and falafel that have earned a cult following across the capital
Known for: legendary shawarma, massive wraps, platters, and falafel in Ottawa