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Black Tartan Kitchen, Carleton Place, ON

Black Tartan Kitchen

4.9
4.9
60 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
19:30
Booked 3 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)

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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
  • 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.
  • 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

  • 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
  • 3-Course Table d'hôte Menu ($84/person)

    Multiple dates available
    Choose your own adventure every Wednesday & Thursday night, as you explore the best dining experience Lanark County has to offer with our 3-course table d'hôte menu. Our menu is curated entirely to showcase the best local products in our area, inspired by classic french cuisine, and offers a wide variety of seasonal dishes for your appetizer, main and dessert. Consistent, familiar and even nostalgic flavours from the tried and true feel good classics, yet slightly elevated with a touch of whimsy.
    3-Course Table d'hôte Menu ($84/person) photo

What 60 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

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  • Ottawa

    Best Overall

  • Ottawa

    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 offers an "amazing culinary experience" with "creative and delicious" dishes. Chef Ian Carswell's monthly menus are "outstanding," featuring locally-sourced ingredients. The "thoughtful" service and "beautiful presentation" enhance the dining experience. Guests appreciate the "fun, unique" themed events and attentive staff. A "must visit" for fine dining in Carleton Place.
60 Reviews
  1. Brittany

    Ottawa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional Service and Food! Such an amazing last minute lunch date. Never disappointed when eating at this local gem!

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  2. Charlene

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love BTK and try to dine here a few times a year. Such a gem in Carleton Place Love the seasonality of the menus and the extensive use of local ingredients. More than once we've ended up learning about a previously unknown to us local producer and sought them out after. While the price is not inexpensive it is very fair for what they deliver. Can't wait for patio season!

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  3. Brigitte

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first time and it was amazing. We went for my birthday and the personal touch at the end was really nice and thoughtful. We will be back again to try the next tasting menu!

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  4. Rachel

    Ottawa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing tasting menu with local ingredients, friendly and approachable service, a fun crossword and delicious and ingenious details - like a sorbet and fascinator with your squash soup.

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  5. Kyle

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous lunch today at Black Tartan Kitchen. My friends thoroughly enjoyed the Steak Frites and the Vegetarian pasta. I had the French Onion Soup which, as always here, was phenomenal!

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  6. HispanicAtTheDisco

    Ottawa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ian and his staffed provided an incredible meal as always. I’m always anxious to see his newest culinary innovations.

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  7. Elaine

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An awesome evening of truly delicious and creative food delights!!!!!!

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  8. James

    Montreal2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always an excellent meal at the Black Tartan. Ian always delivers.

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  9. Jodie

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    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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  10. 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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FAQs

Black Tartan Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:30
Booked 3 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
  • Phone number
  • 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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