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Bistro Ristoro, Ottawa, ON

Bistro Ristoro

4.7
4.7
30 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Pizzeria

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Our strong commitment to make a distinctive offer of excellence available has been validated by our customers with consistent 5-star reviews on Google and TripAdvisor.

The food offer is inspired by the fascinating Western and Eastern Mediterranean culinary traditions-French, Greek, Italian, Macedonian and Spanish. For instance, our pizza is made of "Green" dough (antioxidants, minerals and vitamins infused) in a brick oven according to a recipe older than one century. We also offer authentic appetizers, tapas, flat breads, salads and iconic mains from the multicultural heritage of the Mediterranean civilization.

For a more refined and sophisticated experience, our meals are accompanied by selected, elegant and affordable wines including Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, and others.

The symphony of flavors of our food and wine is complemented by the inviting interior of wood and stone, informal seating arrangements, arts and warm atmosphere.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Spanish, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:30–22:00 Thu, Fri 11:00–14:00 Sat 11:00–14:30 Sun 11:00–16:00
  • Phone number
    (343) 988-7997
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Filip
  • Catering
    In-house catering dinners, for more than 9 call +13439887997
  • Private party facilities
    Cocktail parties, Receptions, Rehearsal events, Weddings, Baptisms and other life millstones with family and friends
  • Area
    ByWard Market
  • Cross Street
    Sussex Drive
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Rideau
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 30 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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Loved For

  • Ottawa

    Great for brunch

  • Ottawa

    Good for business meals

  • Ottawa

    Child-friendly

  • Ottawa

    Good for groups

  • Ottawa

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Ottawa

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Ottawa

    Great for brunch

  • Ottawa

    Good for business meals

  • Ottawa

    Child-friendly

  • Ottawa

    Good for groups

  • Ottawa

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Ottawa

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bistro Ristoro is a "hidden gem" in Ottawa, offering "amazing food and service." Indulge in "delicious pizza and Mediterranean dishes" with "affordable wines" from Europe. Enjoy a "warm and inviting atmosphere" with attentive staff who "go above and beyond." A "must-visit" for authentic, hearty meals.

30 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best places to enjoy Mediterranean food in Ottawa. The staff are very friendly and accommodating - from suggestions on drinks that go well with the food, to salads that complement the main dish. Truly amazing place to feel like home.

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  2. Stephen

    Calgary

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Pizza, would recommend. Service was also top notch.

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  3. Pam

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So glad that we found this place. Pizza was amazing, we’ll be back!!

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  4. Joseph

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the food and service. Highly recommend this restaurant - it deserves to be frequented often.

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  5. LETA

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've discovered the bistro 6 years ago and it's our to-go place when we dine in downtown Ottawa ever since. The food is excellent, with Europian-Mediterranen flavours. Any pizza is a must. Our kids adore their pizzas. The service is top notch, with extremely friendly and helpful staff and a welcoming owner. Clean and a very pleasant atmosphere. Highly recommend!!!

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  6. Dimko

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice restaurant !!! The food is delicious !!! Real gem in downtown Ottawa. We loved it ❤️

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  7. Darko

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I recently visited this restaurant for the first time and had a fantastic dining experience. The pljeskavica (XL Cheeseburger-Plieskavitza) was generously portioned and served wrapped in bread—absolutely delicious! The calamari were cooked to perfection, tender and flavorful. The green salad was fresh and crisp, complementing the meal perfectly. The next time we went there we both enjoyed the karađorđeva šnicla (Karageorge's Schnitzel), which was equally impressive. Every dish came in large portions, so you definitely won’t leave hungry. Highly recommend this place for anyone craving authentic and hearty meals!

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  8. Hanna

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We are so happy we found this little Italian gem in the byward market. The whole experience was outstanding: we were received by the owner/chef of the restaurant, our waiter was very attentive and service was quick, and most importantly…the food and wine were DELICIOUS! The portions are extremely generous so well worth the price. I would highly recommend this place. Our order: Carbonara double smoked bacon pasta, chicken bread pot & a bottle of the Zinfandel wine.

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  9. Filip

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Decided to try out this restaurant for the first time, and was not disappointed. The food was better than anywhere else I've been. We ordered a pizza, the carbonara, and stuffed mushrooms, and the experience was magnitudes better than any other restaurant of this level I have been to.

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  10. Cheryl

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bistro Rostoro is one of our favourite restaurants. We have tried many of the items on the menu - every item is delicious. Vlado and his team pay careful attention to ensure that the food and wine are excellent. An evening at Bistro with friends is relaxing, with a warm and inviting ambience and tasteful music.

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FAQs

Bistro Ristoro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (343) 988-7997.

Bistro Ristoro is rated 4.7 stars by 30 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bistro Ristoro

17 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 5P9

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Sussex Drive
  • Area
    ByWard Market
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:30–22:00 Thu, Fri 11:00–14:00 Sat 11:00–14:30 Sun 11:00–16:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Spanish, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Rideau
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Filip
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (343) 988-7997
  • Catering
    In-house catering dinners, for more than 9 call +13439887997
  • Private party facilities
    Cocktail parties, Receptions, Rehearsal events, Weddings, Baptisms and other life millstones with family and friends
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