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Feeling hungry? Wondering what you should eat tonight? If so, then let our Ottawa Canadian & American restaurants directory lead you to a great selection of Canadian restaurants in the Ottawa area. If you feel like going out and eating some of those traditional dishes particular to Canada, then our Ottawa Canadian & American restaurants directory is just what you need. For everything from wild game like caribou to savoury foods like sockeye salmon or Montreal smoked meat, you’ll be able to indulge in something tasty, and finish off with some classic Canadian & American sweets, like Nanaimo bars or a Beaver tails. So if your mouth is watering now, then just wait until you get into one of the restaurants listed in our Ottawa Canadian & American restaurants directory.

Choose from these Ottawa Candian & American Restaurant listings:
 

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Big Daddy's Crab Shack and Oyster BarBig Daddy's Crab Shack & Oyster Bar
Two Great Locations!!
339 Elgin Street (613) 569-5200
780 Baseline Road (613) 228-7011
Web Site: www.bigdaddys.ca

Enjoy the lively New Orleans atmosphere and sample some of the best seafood in the city-fresh oysters, live lobsters, king crab, blackened gator and catfish- as well as pasta dishes and steaks. Outdoor patios at both locations. Open daily for dinner; lunch from Monday to Friday. If you like seafood then you'll love Big Daddy's! Take a look at our web site for complete menus for each location and virtual tours.

Blue Cactus Bar & Grill
2 ByWard Market
Ottawa, ON K1N 7A1
Tel: (613) 241-7061
Web Site: www.bluecactusbarandgrill.com
E-mail: info@bluecactusbarandgrill.com

Centrally located in Ottawa's ByWard Market, Blue Cactus remains Ottawa’s premier restaurant choice. Its fresh, upscale décor and expanded space create a vibrant evening atmosphere in which to enjoy award-winning margaritas and Contemporary Southwest cuisine.  Late night weekends enjoy DJs spinning a mix of soul, funk and house music.

With its casual daytime ambience, Blue Cactus is perfect for quiet dining, and guaranteed to impress your business lunch partner. The spacious mezzanine is an ideal choice for business events and private parties. Against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the bustling Market, your guests can meet and dine in private style. Custom-tailored menus are available to meet your specific needs.

Menu Highlights
AAA Alberta Beef - Cajun Rib Eye
Baja Shrimp
Blue Cactus Ten-Spice Roasted Chicken
Linguini Tuscadero

Reservations for up to 100 people accepted

Coasters Seafood GrillCoasters Seafood Grill
54 York Street
Ottawa, ON K1N 5T1
Above The Fish Market Restaurant
Tel: (613) 241-FISH (3474)
E-Mail: info@coasters.ca

Overlooking the historical ByWard Market, this casual eatery featuring cooking on an open grill welcomes you 7 days a week.  "All You Can Eat Fresh Mussels Everyday All Day " has become an Ottawa institution since 1980.  Our expert Chefs prepare the freshest of "fish steaks", gourmet pizzas, mussels, pastas and "Ottawa's best" fish & chips in an open kitchen.  An excellent progressive wine list is available featuring all that is nouveau as well as traditional to complete your dining experience.  Themed with the Rideau Canal System Locks, cozy couches, and warm & friendly service makes this a great spot to relax in and enjoy.  Visit our web site form more information.

Courtyard Restaurant
21 George Street
Ottawa, ON K1N 8W5
Tel: (613) 241-1516
Fax: (613) 241-5738
Web Site: www.courtyardrestaurant.com
E-Mail: info@courtyardrestaurant.com

Housed in an 1827 heritage stone building the Courtyard Restaurant has been providing elegant facilities for lunches, dinners and groups since 1980.  Our chef blends continental fare with the finest in contemporary tastes, creating delectable menus that are designed to bring out the best in every flavour.  House specialties include Beef Tenderloin Wellington and Rack of Lamb, as well as a wide range of Steak, Seafood, Pork and Chicken dishes.  Our three private dining rooms can accommodate from 10 to 80 guests for a seated event and larger groups for receptions.  We also offer special group menus.  From our beautiful outdoor patio to our elegantly appointed dining rooms The Courtyard's warm and charming atmosphere make us the perfect setting for your special occasion, family gathering or professional celebration. The Courtyard is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week with our Sunday Brunch featuring a live classical guitarist.

The Empire Grill
47 Clarence Street
ByWard Market
Ottawa, ON  K1N 9K1
Tel: (613) 241-1343
Web Site: www.empiregrill.com
E-Mail: info@empiregrill.com

E stablished in 1998, Empire Grill has become the city’s most dynamic meeting & eating-place. The secret?  Superb service & a lively atmosphere which backs the ByWard Market’s busiest kitchen.

Our chefs cook from the heart with a memorable blend of bold flavours.   But the story here is steak.  The best quality hand selected, Alberta AAA certified Angus Beef, aged a minimum of 28 days, with standards of excellence in marbling, tenderness & flavour. Its more than just steaks receiving the rave reviews at Empire Grill.  Empire Grill’s richly appointed Manhattan Room has taken corporate & private hospitality to a new level, offering a wonderful venue for group dinners, weddings  & cocktail receptions.

Fully wired & wireless, with a private boardroom, it’s the perfect spot for meetings or private dinners. Wine lists, martinis, service, cuisine, sexy décor & more, welcome to the best of Ottawa’s dining scene.

The Fish Market RestaurantFish Market Restaurant
54 York Street
Corner of York & William Streets
Ottawa, ON K1N 5T1
ByWard Market
Tel: (613) 241-FISH (3474)
E-Mail: info@fishmarket.ca

Ask anyone where the preferred FRESH FISH & Consumers' Choice AwardSEAFOOD restaurant of the Nation's Capital is and they'll tell you it's located in the heart of the historical ByWard Market.  Since 1979, we have been serving up sumptuous seafood, lobster rich & inviting, flaky tender fresh fish, shrimp, crab, oysters, mussels and scallops to name but a few.  Our menu is refreshed twice daily, offering the freshest and finest available from the Sea.  We offer an excellent progressive wine list featuring all that is nouveau as well as traditional.  Join us daily for lunch or dinner in friendly and uniquely nautical surroundings.  Visit our web site for more information.

Foundation Restaurant OttawaFoundation
18B York St.
Ottawa, ON K1N 5S6
Tel: (613) 562-9331
Fax: (613) 562-2498
Web Site: www.foundationrestaurant.com
E-Mail: info@foundationrestaurant.com

All success starts with a solid Foundation.

Foundation is Ottawa's newest choice for the place to be when building succesful business relationships or simply enjoying the pleasure of life. Whether it is drinks for two or dinner for two hundred, Foundation thrills the senses with sumptous cuisine, electric atmosphere and superior service. Located in one of the Capital's few remaining, historically rich, heritage buildings, this hidden gem is Ottawa's latest hot spots to Eat, Drink and Lunge. Three dining areas, a courtyard patio, and two large private rooms offer muliple options for parties, special events and business meetings alike.

Foundation is owned and operated by an enthusiastic and experienced team of individuals who are truly dialed-in to their clientele's needs. The Foundation team is driven by a passion for exceptional service and unmistakable quality in every aspect of the dining experience.

Acclaimed Chef Stephan Schuler takes the foundations of the culinary arts and transforms it in a hip and inspired cuisine with a sexy-tangy approach. Talented, young and interneational, Chef Schuler's hand selected team can offer a wide variety of menus and culinary experiences that can be tailor-fitted for all occasions from a breakfast meeting to gala affirs; your with is our command.

Hard Rock CafeHard Rock Cafe – ByWard Market
73 York St.
Tel: (613) 241-2442
Fax: (613) 241-8181
Web Site: www.hardrock.com
E-Mail: hardrocksales@on.aibn.com

Ottawa’s Hard Rock Cafe is situated in the heart of the historic ByWard Market. The Hard Rock Cafe has kept the original concept of North American fare, which has made it famous since it’s opening in London on June 14, 1971. Our classic style hamburgers, salads, soups and decadent desserts continue to be our specialty but over the years our menu has been enhanced to entice any palate. Today we have a full selection of entrees from chicken and ribs to pasta, steaks and seafood. We also carry a full line of Hard Rock Cafe Ottawa fashion and collector items, available only in our Rock Shop. For your viewing pleasure the Hard Rock Cafe offers an unparalleled collection of Rock ‘Roll Treasures decorating our walls. According to Sotheby’s the Hard Rock Cafe has been called the “Smithsonian of Rock n Roll”. Come on down and join us at the Rock!

Ironstone Grill at the MarshesIronstone Grill at The Marshes
320 Terry Fox Drive
Ottawa, ON K2K 3L1
613.271.1800
Website: www.brookstreet.ca

The panorama from Ironstone Grill at the Marshes—including the first tee and the sixth, ninth and eighteenth greens—is certainly impressive, but don't be surprised if the interior of this 130-seat restaurant holds your eye. The exposed post-and-beam construction, magnificent stonework, rugged fireplace and unique fence-wall combine to create a rich, warm and relaxing atmosphere.

Ironstone Grill’s dining experience is as exciting as its architecture. The menu is made up of contemporary Canadian cuisine, exotic international dishes and favourites with a twist. Every guest will find something to their taste at Ironstone Grill!
Open year round, Ironstone Grill is an oasis amid the stress of one of Canada's leading corporate business parks—and the excitement of one of the country's most challenging championship golf courses.

Lone Star Texas GrillLone Star Texas Grill
Four Great Locations!!
128 George Street Tel: (613) 562-9865
780 Baseline Rd. Tel: (613) 224-4044
1211 Lemieux Street (613) 742-9378
4048 Carling Avenue (613) 599-9535
Web Site: www.lonestartexasgrill.com

In an energetic, up-beat and casual atmosphere, our famous fajitas are served up fresh - from the warm flour tortillas, guacamole to the salsa. Mesquite grilled steaks and smokehouse ribs all prepared in the barbecue pit. The Lone Star takes great pride in the fact that all our food is made fresh daily. Also, check out our catering website to help make your party a blast. At our place or yours, enjoy the Taste of Texas with your guests and leave the hassles to us! . Lone Star guarantees great food, warm southern hospitality, and a good time. The Lone Star Texas Grill is Ottawa's only authentic Texas restaurant, the real deal...

TEXAS to the BONE!

Luxe Bistro
47 York Street
Ottawa ON, K1N 5S7
Tel: (613) 241-8805
Web Site: www.luxebistro.com

In the ByWard Market, Luxe offers the flavours of a French Bistro combined with traditional steakhouse. Dishes reflect progressive culinary styles described by the Ottawa Citizen as “first class”.

Executive Chef Duane Keats has an unprecedented understanding of culinary history and technique. Keats has created a menu highlighting what Luxe Bistro is best known for: Steak, Seafood and its traditional Bistro selections.

Quality wines and spirits are essential to an enjoyable dining experience-from start to finish the right accompaniment can compliment and enhance the perfect meal. Sommelier and Wine Director Neil Gowe carefully selects wines to ensure they reflect their terroir and pair exceptionally well with the large bistro menu. Luxe Bistro offers over 450 carefully selected wines earning Luxe Bistro the distinguished “Wine Spectator award of Excellence” Late night weekends at Luxe Bistro offers specially featured Martinis and Champagne cocktails.

Reservations of all sizes are accepted, with personal menus available.

  • NEW - Luxe Bistro closes for private events
  • Summer Patio

Menu Highlights:

  • Moule et Frites
  • Steak Tartar
  • Lobster Pot Pie
  • Beet Soaked Salmon Filet
  • 16. 0z. Long Bone Rib Eye

Parliament Pub
101 Sparks Street
Ottawa, ON  K1P 5B5
Tel:(613) 563-0636
Web Site: www.parliamentpub.com

The Parliament Pub combines Dining and Political Fun.
Locations do not get much better than this: directly across the street from Parliament Hill. They say the Parliament Pub is where the real business of government gets done- it’s an inviting spot for lunch and dinner where excellent food and beverages can be enjoyed against a political backdrop.
The Parliament Pub serves great sandwiches and wraps and creative salads. Homemade soup, pizza, quiche and pasta specials are made fresh daily. Menu items have a political flavor: try Paul Martin’s Everything for Everyone Sun-Dried Tomato Pizza or Stephen Harper’s Right-Wing Voodoo Chicken Sandwich. A fine selection of beers (with no political agenda) is on tap.

The Hill and Sparks Street crowd like the ambience and warm décor harking back to the early days of political life in Ottawa. As a result, the Pub has built a great reputation as the place to meet and eat in the shadow of the Peace Tower. The Parliament Pub has a unique atmosphere that is all Ottawa. The walls are adorned with caricatures of politicians drawn by Eugene Bellemare (formerly Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Carleton) and photographs by Jean-Marc Carisse (Pierre Trudeau’s Photographer). The Parliament Pub is also available for cocktail parties and special events. Come and visit and enjoy.

Perspectives Restaurant at BrookstreetPerspectives Restaurant at Brookstreet
525 Legget Dr.
Ottawa, ON K2K 2W2
Tel: (613) 271-1800
Web Site: www.brookstreet.ca

At Ottawa's four-diamond Brookstreet, guests enjoy the outstanding dining experiences one expects from a world-class destination. Since opening in 2003, Perspectives Restaurant is the proud recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence as well as the Four-Diamond Award from CAA/AAA.

Dine amidst birch tree branches and original artwork by Canterbury High School students at or alfresco on the spacious terraces overlooking The Marshes Golf Club. The style is upscale, the dress code casual, and the atmosphere relaxed. Let internationally-renowned Executive Chef Michael Blackie be your tour guide for Perspectives’ signature five-course blind tasting menu or enjoy a Chef’s Table served in Brookstreet’s state-of-the-art kitchen.

NEW in 2006! Spice up your Friday nights with our Food & Wine Raves. Your culinary journey will begin with cocktails in our swanky Options Bar before our culinary brigade leads you into our kitchen for a cooking class like no other. Teams will each prepare one of five courses, which will be enjoyed in Perspectives’ dining room. Cuisine will be paired with Canadian and International wines with Wine Representatives and our own Sommeliers as active participants.

Open daily for breakfast and lunch. Dinner served Monday to Saturday. Sunday brunch. Daily table d’hôte and blind tasting menu. Off-site catering available. Private dining room for up to 14 guests. Reservations recommended.

The Southern Cross Restaurant
404 Queen Street
Ottawa, ON K1R 5A7
Tel: (613) 230-0400
Web Site: www.thesoutherncross.net

Sizzling fajitas, mouth watering ribs, Mexican favourites, charbroiled steaks, fish dishes, Louisiana fare and deep-fried ice cream dominate the menu at Ottawa's downtown tex-mex headquarters.  If you're in the mood for a great time and even better food come on down to the Southern Cross.  Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week including our famous Happy Hours from 3PM - 6PM.  We specialize in catering to large groups and important occasions.  Located at 402 Queen Street inside the Radisson Hotel.  Visit our web site for more information as well as our complete menu.

Vineyards Wine Bar & BistroVineyards Wine Bar Bistro
54 York Street
In the Cellar of The Fish Market Restaurant
Ottawa, ON  K1N 5T1
ByWard Market
Tel: (613) 241-4270
E-Mail:info@vineyards.ca

This award winning wine bar has been hosting local wine & beer lovers, as well as visitors from around the globe since 1979.  Known for an outstanding collection of wines, imported beers & malt whiskeys we are proud recipients of the "WINE SPECTATOR AWARD OF EXCELLENCE" for the past 15 years.  Tucked below The Fish Market Restaurant, this warm candlelit cellar features magnificent bistro fare including pasta, steak, and fish.  Nightly wine tastings and live jazz on Wednesday & Sunday evenings.  Visit our web site for more information.

Zak's Diner
16 Byward Market
Ottawa, ON  K1S 3V5
Ph: (613) 241-2401
Fax: (613) 232-4366
Web Site: www.zaksdiner.com
E-Mail: contact@zaksdiner.com

It's easy to imagine Archie, Jughead and the gang at Zak's Diner, an authentic 50's style diner in the heart of Ottawa's lively ByWard Market.  Zak's serves great burgers, fries, sandwiches and breakfast "all day every day".  Start your meal with one of our old fashioned thick, thick milkshakes and finish it off with a slice of our homemade "sky high" apple pie.  The atmosphere is casual.  Tunes by Elvis, the Beatles and other stars can be heard on tabletop jukeboxes; pop in a quarter and make your selection.  Zak's is great for families and kids of all ages.

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