Ottawa French Restaurants

The ARC's Executive Chef Jason Duffy knows fantastic food comes from terrific teamwork. In March 2006, Jason rose to Executive Chef where his passion, inventiveness and love of a challenge have brought kudos for the culinary team at ARC THE.HOTEL. His food philosophy is to use only the freshest local seasonal ingredients. Jason crafts daily specials that blend French classic cuisine with International flavours. The ARC Restaurant, in keeping with the hotel's unique experience, is a combination of intimate and soothing interiors that marry the rich hues of burgundy red on the walls with luxurious fabrics and warm dark woods to create a sublime fine dining atmosphere. ARC Restaurant is an ideal venue for group functions and business luncheons. Reservations are recommended.DinnerMenu

Surf and turf are the house specialities, and the atmosphere is best described as warm and relaxed. Arôme offers many culinary festivals throughout the year and a generous Sunday brunch. From mid-June to mid-October, enjoy the restaurant's lakeside terrace. Opening hours Daily From 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday Brunch From 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations : 819 790-6410

The stone walled Dining Room in this historical landmark features an open-hearth fireplace and a 45 seat Solarium overlooking the MacLaren Falls. Enjoy fine dining showcasing French and Quebecois cuisine in a wonderfully exquisite ambiance. The wine selection focuses on hard-to-find wines from smaller vineyards throughout France. Choose from mouth watering sweets or the varied selection of cheeses. A country breakfast is served daily; Brunch on Sundays from 9am to 2pm. Dinner is served daily from 530pm. Decorated with historic pictures the Wakefield Mill Lounge is the perfect escape to enjoy a pre-dinner drink with live Jazz piano on Friday and Saturday evenings. A full lunch menu is offered from Monday to Saturday. Gift Certificates are available. Reservations are recommended please call 1-888-567-1838.

Situated in an 18th century Heritage building in the Byward Market, Restaurant e18hteen has established itself as one of Canada's premier restaurants. Classy, funky and trendy – Eighteen showcases fantastic food, wine and service in a relaxed, fashionable environment.

A gourmet restaurant rated Five Diamonds, Le Baccara offers French-inspired cuisine, where delectable dishes and vintage wines come together to embody an unforgettable dining experience. Opening hours Wednesday to Sunday – From 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Reservations: 819 772-6210

Metropolitain Brasserie is conveniently located between the Chateau Laurier and Westin Hotel, just steps away from Parliament Hill. If Champagne and Oysters sound enticing, we have the cities largest raw bar. Open 7 days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch on the week-ends, there is something here for everyone. Join us for our Hill Hour, Monday through Friday from 4pm to 7pm for half price on our raw bar items and other selected appetizers and sharing platters. The Metropolitain Brasserie boasts an award winning wine list that offers the most extensive list of varietal wines by the glass in the city. The perfect place for a large event or a romantic dinner for two Metropolitain Brasserie transforms with ease to accommodate parties of all sizes. Thinking of a place to hold your next corporate event or private dinner? Look no further! We are the place for you! Contact Melissa Greco melissa.greco@metropolitainbrasserie.com

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PRIME 360, patterned after the great steak houses of North America, is one of Ottawa's best choices for steak and seafood. You will find an urban haven of friendly service and delicious food. Open seven days a week, we can accommodate all your personal and business needs. Visit our sleek urban bar with its fine leathers and polished woods, and enjoy an early evening dinner menu designed to get you to the theater on time! PRIME's creative lunch menu is studded with perennial favourites and our Sunday Brunch is acclaimed throughout the city. However, it's dinner at PRIME 360 that is a true culinary adventure! Steaks aged to perfection, the freshest of seafood, fish, veal and chicken await you. Our sauces and sides were developed to enhance the natural succulence of our meats, making us the “Ultimate Steakhouse” experience.

Located in the historic Byward Market in the heart of Ottawa, SOCIAL offers a sumptuous and elegant atmosphere. Traditional French and contemporary North American cuisine marry with a playful air. Experimental flavours demand unique and classical wine pairings inviting holistic approach to dining.

For business or pleasure, SOCIAL's distinctive architecture or interior décor make everything from large business functions to intimate gatherings a possibility. Professional, fun and discreet, the staff is welcoming and pleased to assist in making your occasion a delightful and rewarding experience. Located minutes from the N.A.C., SOCIAL are the ideal choice for dinner and show packages.

Live Jazz every Wednesday and LiveDJs on weekends are spinning the crowd into a groove. Reservations are recommended.