Current ranking based on review analysis and technical signals.
At a glance
| # | Place | Score | Reviews | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JOEY Rideau | ⭐ 9.5 | 11 372 | Editors' pick |
| 2 | JOEY Lansdowne | ⭐ 9.5 | 10 326 | — |
| 3 | Bâton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar | ⭐ 8.9 | 3 555 | — |
| 4 | Chez Lucien | ⭐ 9.3 | 3 302 | — |
| 5 | Wilf & Ada's (No reservations) | ⭐ 9.3 | 2 211 | — |
| 6 | Cocotte Bistro | ⭐ 8.9 | 1 898 | — |
| 7 | Riviera Ottawa | ⭐ 9.3 | 1 669 | — |
| 8 | Gezellig | ⭐ 9.3 | 1 582 | — |
| 9 | Prohibition Public House | ⭐ 9.1 | 1 256 | — |
| 10 | Supply and Demand | ⭐ 9.7 | 1 252 | People's favorite |
Highlights
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Editors' pick:
JOEY Rideau -
People's favorite:
Supply and Demand
Full ranking
1. JOEY Rideau · ⭐ 9.5
(11372 reviews)
+9 photos
50 Rideau St E106, Ottawa, ON K1N 9J7, Canada
JOEY Rideau — a modern grill bar in downtown OttawaOne of two Ottawa locations of the Canadian JOEY chain — a stylish space on Rideau St wit…
«We really loved the food — the dishes were tasty. We mentioned we were short on time, and…»
2. JOEY Lansdowne · ⭐ 9.5
(10326 reviews)
+9 photos
825 Exhibition Way Unit 103, Ottawa, ON K1S 5J3, Canada
JOEY Lansdowne — grill and global food in Lansdowne ParkThe second Ottawa JOEY, in the lively Lansdowne district. A spacious room, a large p…
«Gillian was a wonderful server — not just in looks, but she really did a wonderful job. Sh…»
3. Bâton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar · ⭐ 8.9
(3555 reviews)
+9 photos
360 Albert St Unit 110, Ottawa, ON K1R 7X7, Canada
Cuisine: Steak & grill
Bâton Rouge — a grillhouse and rib joint downtownA large grill restaurant on Albert St known for BBQ ribs, steaks and generous portions (4.4…
«Had a wonderful time at Bâton Rouge Grillhouse. The food was fantastic, and our server Jo…»
4. Chez Lucien · ⭐ 9.3
(3302 reviews)
+9 photos
137 Murray St, Ottawa, ON K1N 7E3, Canada
Chez Lucien — a cosy pub-bistro in LowertownAn Ottawa institution in ByWard/Lowertown: a dimly lit bistro with a jukebox serving what's argu…
«Absolutely tasty pasta!
They were out of mussels that day, but I got extra ingredients…»
5. Wilf & Ada's (No reservations) · ⭐ 9.3
(2211 reviews)
+9 photos
510 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1Z4, Canada
Wilf & Ada's — a beloved breakfast on Bank StA tiny, legendary diner on Bank St serving one of Ottawa's best breakfasts and brunches. No res…
«We visited Wilf & Ada during our weekend trip to Ottawa. It was near our hotel and had won…»
6. Cocotte Bistro · ⭐ 8.9
(1898 reviews)
+9 photos
123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L9, Canada
Cocotte Bistro — a French bistro on MetcalfeA classic French bistro downtown: an intimate room, a seasonal menu and a solid wine list (4.4).…
«My husband and I decided to dine in, staying at the Metcalfe Hotel. We booked a table onli…»
7. Riviera Ottawa · ⭐ 9.3
(1669 reviews)
+9 photos
62 Sparks St., Ottawa, ON K1P 5A5, Canada
Riviera — an elegant dinner in a former bank on Sparks StRiviera occupies a historic bank hall on Sparks St: high ceilings, marble, refined…
«My husband and I came here and sat at the kitchen bar. It was wonderful to watch the cooks…»
8. Gezellig · ⭐ 9.3
(1582 reviews)
+9 photos
337 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON K2A 0E7, Canada
Gezellig — a modern bistro in WestboroThe name is Dutch for "cosy," and that captures this Westboro spot: a warm modern bistro with seasonal…
«Wow, wow, wow.
It's been a while since I was so impressed by a restaurant in Ottawa. My h…»
9. Prohibition Public House · ⭐ 9.1
(1256 reviews)
+9 photos
337 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K2P 0J8, Canada
Prohibition Public House — a speakeasy-style pubA themed pub on Somerset West with a 1920s mood: brick, low light, whisky and cocktails (4.5…
«Everything was perfect! From the convenient parking to the warm welcome from the owner, th…»
10. Supply and Demand · ⭐ 9.7
(1252 reviews)
+9 photos
1335 Wellington St. W, Ottawa, ON K1Y 3B7, Canada
Supply and Demand — seafood and pasta on Wellington WestOne of Ottawa's highest-rated restaurants (4.8) and a foodie favourite on Wellington…
«You'll probably find this place in most restaurant guides, and for good reason. Their food…»
Questions & answers
Which place tops the ranking? JOEY Rideau — score 9.5/10 (Editors' pick).
How many places are in the list and how were they chosen? The list has 10 places selected by rating and number of reviews (source — Google Places).
Which place has the most reviews? JOEY Rideau — 11 372 visitor reviews.
What is the average rating in the top? 9.3/10 — average score of 10 places in the list.
How we chose: 10 places selected by rating and number of reviews. Source — Google Places. Updated 30 June 2026.