Ottawa Wine Bar Restaurants

The Buzz Restaurant & Lounge is a New York style bistro in Ottawa’s downtown core. With an intimate atmosphere, The Buzz is perfect for dining and cocktails at a table for two, or for the whole group. The menu will certainly get your taste buds dancing with diverse bistro fare and seasonal dishes, paired with a recommendation from a new and impressive wine list. Come in to The Buzz Restaurant & Lounge and see what all the buzz is about!

Hours of operation:

Monday & Tuesday, 4:00pm - 10:00pm

Wednesday, 4:00pm - 12:00am

Thursday, 4:00pm - 11:00pm

Friday & Saturday, 4:00pm - 12:00am

Sunday, 10:00am - 9:00pm

Options Jazz Lounge is found in Brookstreet Hotel and meshes perfectly with the boutique hotel’s classy ambiance. A cosmopolitan interior, boasting thought-provoking architecture, is juxtaposed with bright windows offering panoramic views of the spacious patio and adjoining Marshes Gold Course. Enjoy a menu featuring contemporary sushi and other mouth-watering culinary creations, while swaying to the sounds of live jazz, playing seven nights a week.

Hours of operation:

Sunday - Thursday, 11:00am - 12:00am

Friday & Saturday, 11:00am - 1:00am

Allegro Ristorante offers authentic Italian cuisine with a contemporary flair. Located in Little Italy, Allegro has been a staple Italian restaurant in Ottawa for over 20 years. Whether you are in the mood for traditional Italian or new age inspired dishes, the many flavours and meals are sure to satisfy everyone. Come to Allegro Ristorante, where great food, great wine, great service and great friends are found. 

Hours of operation:

Monday - Friday, 11:30am - 2:30pm ; 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Saturday, 5:00pm - 11:00pm

EVOO Greek Kitchen, located on Preston Street in the heart of Little Italy, embraces traditional Greek cuisine with a modern flare.  Every plate invites diners to submerge within the tastes of the Mediterranean.

Open seven days a week, the restaurant invites you to join them for authentic Greek breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks.

Hours of Operation:
Mon-Wed: 11:00am - 11:00pm
Thur-Fri: 11:00am - 1:00am
Sat: 10:00am - 1:00am
Sun: 10:00am - 11:00pm

Courtyard Restaurant is housed in an 1827 heritage, stone building located in the ByWard Market’s beautiful, cobblestone courtyard. This fine dining restaurant serves international cuisine with a contemporary flair, and offers a charming sort of ambience. With three private dining rooms for groups of 10 to 80, and an unbeatable outdoor patio during the summer months, Courtyard Restaurant is the perfect spot for your special occasion or professional celebration. Enjoy Sunday brunch with your friends and family, and relax to the sounds of live classical music.

Hours of operation:

Winter hours (January to April)

Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday, 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Brunch: Saturday & Sunday, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Summer hours (May to December)

Lunch: Monday - Friday, 11:30am - 2:00pm

Dinner: Monday - Sunday, 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Brunch: Saturday & Sunday, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Reservations are recommended.

Origin Trade is a coffee experience like no other! Located in the heart of Downtown Ottawa at 111 York Street in the Byward Market, Origin Trade is a truly unique coffee shop and lounge. They are proud to support and feature homegrown food and drink; locally roasted coffee varieties, locally made fresh sandwiches and pastries, and locally brewed beer. Start your day with a fresh, hot cup of coffee and come back at night with your friends to unwind with a flavoured vodka esperesso. Origin is the new black...coffee, and so much more!

Vineyards Wine Bar Bistro is the perfect choice for an evening getaway. Located in Ottawa’s ByWard Market, this elegant bistro has something for everyone. Be it an appetizer, light meal, or full entrée, all meals are prepared using fresh ingredients. An outstanding selection of wines, malt whiskies, and imported beers allow your taste buds (and perhaps yourself) to dance the night away. Enjoy a causal, relaxed atmosphere at Vineyards Wine Bar Bistro, with local live jazz every Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday from 7 - 10pm.

Hours of operation:

Monday - Thursday, 4:00pm - 11:00pm

Friday & Saturday, 4:00pm - 12:00pm

Heron Wine Bar is found in the Wakefield Mill Inn & Spa, a relaxing retreat in Quebec. The Heron room makes for a casual and modern atmosphere, overlooking the serene MacLaren Falls. An inventive and delicious menu, paired with wine flights, makes for a truly satisfying meal. Classic meals are given a contemporary flare and the extensive wine selection is sure to please all wine connoisseurs.

Hours of operation:

Monday - Sunday, 11:30am - 9:00pm

The Shore Club is located inside of The Westin Ottawa, outside of the ByWard Market. The restaurant interior is elegant with a stylish cocktail bar and a main dining room that is decorated with beatiful furnishings and original works of art. Guests will enjoy the dynamic atmosphere, while dining on the day's freshest seafood, as well as succulent prime Alberta beef. A private room at the back of the restaurant is also available for guests seeking to create a more intimate occasion.

Hours of operation:

Monday - Friday, 11:30am - 5:00pm ; Bar open until 1:00am

Saturday & Sunday, 11:30am - 11:00pm ; Bar open until 1:00am