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Black Tartan Kitchen, Carleton Place, ON

Black Tartan Kitchen

4.9
4.9
52 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
From day one, we have wanted this little restaurant to be a space where anyone can feel comfortable & welcomed. Classic French cuisine is the root of this ethos - consistent, familiar and even nostalgic flavours from the tried & true feel good classics, yet slightly elevated with a touch of whimsy. Whether you are up for a curated culinary experience with our 4 & 7 Course tasting menus (Fri & Sat evenings), or prefer to choose your own adventure with our 3-course Table D’hote menu (Wed & Thurs evenings), or are in search of an upscale lunch à la carte menu (Thur - Sat); we have you covered! Our menus are composed entirely to showcase the best local products in Lanark County & the Ottawa Valley and are tailored monthly to best celebrate the tastes of the season. What’s more is that we tie it all together with the best small town, friendly, warm and courteous service around. Just like at a good friend’s house; we look forward to welcoming you to our kitchen! Ian Carswell (Chef/Owner)

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, French, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 16:45–22:30 Lunch Thu–Sat 11:30–13:30 Dinner Wed, Thu 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (613) 492-0860
  • Website
    https://www.blacktartankitchen.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Ian Carswell
  • Private party facilities
    Private Dinning available by request Monday through Saturday. Can accomodate groups of up to 30 people inside and 22 people on our patio (May-Oct). Available for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
  • Location
    132 Bridge St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V5
  • Area
    Ottawa
  • Cross Street
    Bridge St & Franklin St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • Hummingbird Chooclate Supper Club Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to be surrounded by such talented farmers, artisans & downright good people producing the food that reaches your table. Our Supper Club dinner series offers a unique farm-to-table experience that share these relationships with you. Hosted on the last Wednesday or Thursday of every month, each event features a local farmer, artisan or producer who shares their story and insights with our guests while we serve a carefully curated 4-course meal, highlighting their products. This intimate evening not only showcases the finest seasonal ingredients but also celebrates the hardworking hands behind the food, creating a deeper connection to the community and land that nourish us. Join us on Thursday, February 27th as we cook up an epic, savoury & sweet 4-course tasting menu featuring the exquisite offerings of Hummingbird Chocolate. Two seatings are available, at 5:00pm and 7:45pm ($99/person).
    Hummingbird Chooclate Supper Club Dinner photo

  • 7-Course Tasting Menu ($144/person)

    Multiple dates available
    Explore the best dining experience Lanark County has to offer with our 7-course tasting menu. Our tasting menus are curated entirely to showcase the best seasonal products in the area and are tailored monthly to best celebrate the tastes of the season. Individual courses are served to the dining room in unison, creating a warm, comfortable and almost communal dining experience. Inspiration and origin of each component in every dish is described to you, by our chefs, further highlighting our amazing local farmers and producers.
    7-Course Tasting Menu ($144/person) photo

  • 4-Course Tasting Menu ($96/person)

    Multiple dates available
    Explore the best dining experience Lanark County has to offer with our 4-course tasting menu. Our tasting menus are curated entirely to showcase the best seasonal products in the area and are tailored monthly to best celebrate the tastes of the season. Individual courses are served to the dining room in unison, creating a warm, comfortable and almost communal dining experience. Inspiraion and origin of each component in every dish is described to you, by our chefs, further highlighting our amazing local farmers and producers.
    4-Course Tasting Menu ($96/person) photo

Menu

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What 52 people are saying

Black Tartan Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Ottawa

    Best Overall

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    Best Food

  • Ottawa

    Best Service

  • Ottawa

    Best Value

  • Ottawa

    Innovative

  • Ottawa

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Ottawa

    Best Overall

  • Ottawa

    Best Food

  • Ottawa

    Best Service

  • Ottawa

    Best Value

  • Ottawa

    Innovative

  • Ottawa

    Contemporary Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black Tartan Kitchen in Carleton Place offers an exceptional dining experience with its "amazing food and service." Chef Ian Carswell curates unique, locally-sourced menus, including special themed dinners. Guests rave about the "beautiful presentation" and "thoughtful wine pairings." The relaxed atmosphere and attentive staff make it a must-visit for special occasions.

52 Reviews

  1. Jodie

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food and service. Love their dedication for local suppliers and creativity. A must visit!

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  2. Peter

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first visit we will be back It was definitely a culinary experience New menu launched. Only one comment, too much deep fried on this month’s menu

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  3. Suzanne

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My food restrictions are always addressed with the most tasty substitutions. I never feel like I am missing out.

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  4. Joyce

    Stuttgart1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant never fails to amaze and impress both me and my husband. It has become our special occasion restaurant. Birthdays, anniversary, it makes these celebrations elevated.

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  5. Marcella

    Ottawa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ian Carswell is an awesome chef and owner of the Black Tartan Kitchen where he puts on an outstanding new menu every month, and once a month, as was our very good fortune to attend, he does a special Supper Club evening where he hosts a local producer. Tonight's amazing meal featured Hummingbird Chocolate from Almonte, which was a resounding and unique experience. Highly recommend Black Tartan to anyone looking for an extraordinary culinary experience!

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  6. Steven

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible delicious. Presentation of food was beautiful. Service was great also. All around great experience

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  7. Codie

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurant! We loved every bite of our dishes, it made Valentine's day very special. We will definitely return. The staff was all extremely skilled from wine pairing perfection to servers being so on the ball you never needed a thing. Chef Ian was super personable and came out to chat with each table at the end of the night. Can't wait for our return. Keep up the great work!

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  8. Dwayne

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappointed. Chef here always delights with his most recent creations, so it’s our standard spot for special occasions.

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  9. Elise

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lovely celebratory meal at the Black Tartan. We did the 7 course dinner and it was excellent. The food was Scottish inspired with creativity added to every unique dish. The staff were lovely and the other guests added to the enrichment.

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  10. Wayne

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining experience was something else. We have never been to a seven course dinner with wine pairing. The food and service was superb. The explination of what was being served made this meal special.

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FAQs

Black Tartan Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 52 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Black Tartan Kitchen

132 Bridge St, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V5

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bridge St & Franklin St
  • Area
    Ottawa
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 16:45–22:30 Lunch Thu–Sat 11:30–13:30 Dinner Wed, Thu 17:00–20:30
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, French, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ian Carswell
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.blacktartankitchen.com/
  • Phone number
    (613) 492-0860
  • Private party facilities
    Private Dinning available by request Monday through Saturday. Can accomodate groups of up to 30 people inside and 22 people on our patio (May-Oct). Available for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
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