The Rowan has accumulated the kind of neighbourhood credibility that most gastropubs spend years chasing and never quite land: its regulars in The Glebe treat it as a standing appointment rather than a considered choice.

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9.4

Based on 822 reviews

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Elmdale Oyster House & Tavern

The Elmdale Oyster House Tavern has been open since 1934, and under the Whalesbone Group's ownership it reportedly resisted every impulse to sand itself into something more broadly palatable.

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9.0

Based on 878 reviews

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What are the best Gastropub restaurants for dinner in Ottawa?

Top Gastropub restaurants for dinner in Ottawa include The Cheshire Cat Pub, The Rowan, Elmdale Oyster House & Tavern. TastyPals curates these based on occasion tags, Google ratings, and editorial judgment.

Is Gastropub good for dinner in Ottawa?

Yes — Ottawa has 3 Gastropub restaurants rated highly for dinner. The Cheshire Cat Pub is among the top picks with a 9.4 Google rating.

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