Best Lunch Restaurants in Downtown

We went twice, for a brunch with group and with my partner on a Saturday night… both were an amazing experience. The food was great and the service was excellent. On Sunday Jenny gave us a excellent service. We’ll be back for sure Bravo

As usual, the Dicken’s Buffet at the Chateau Laurier’s Wilfred’s restaurant was a lively way ti kick off the Christmas season. The food is wonderful and the ambiance spectacular. It is a perennial favourite.

The atmosphere is delightful. It’s a mix of old world marble museum with modern comforts and flair. The staff is knowledgeable without being pretentious. Hanan was our server, and she was the perfect mix of knowledgeable, sought help when needed (wine pairings), and the right amount of attentive without hovering. The food was an amazing experience with every bite, and our wine pairing was perfect. Try the yellowfin tuna tartare with the Chablis, and the risotto with the Paul Jaboulet Aîné Syrah. The nose on the wine was worth every dollar, especially after it had aired out a bit. I wish I could afford to come here every month!

This is one of the busiest restaurants in Ottawa but I was never willing to wait at the door for a table to be available since there are so many other restaurants around Lansdowne. However, I finally made a reservation to go and I see why the restaurant is so popular, even though prices are on the high side. Everyone at our table loved the food and the service was the best I’ve experienced in Ottawa for a while. Mia was so attentive. You have to try this place at least once.

Lunch with co-workers for a holiday get together and it was just what we needed. Food was delicious, ambiance was perfect; cozy and inviting and staff lovely!