The best restaurants for date night in Ottawa, curated by TastyPals editors.
Fast answers for diners searching for date night restaurants in Ottawa. These first picks make the occasion easier to compare.
Anabella’s Kitchen & Lounge is a italian pick in Little Italy in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Mezze Board and Scallop Ceviche also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Solomon’s Oven is a contemporary pick in Hintonburg in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Hummus and Falafel also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Seau de Crabe Restaurant (Ottawa) is the kind of seafood room in Orleans you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Seau de Crabe Mix and Crevettes & Écrevisses also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Supply and Demand suits a night out in Centretown when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Albacore Tuna Crudo and Classic Beef Tartare also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Ayla's Social Kitchen suits a night out in Little Italy when you want italian that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Baked Feta and Lamb Hummus also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Kuma Takumi suits a night out in Kanata when you want japanese that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Karaage Chicken and Takoyaki also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Stofa Restaurant is a contemporary pick in Hintonburg in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Scallop Aguachile and Betel Leaf Tempura also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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The Olive Branch Manotick suits a night out in Manotick when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Tzatziki and Calamari also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Nagi Sushi is the kind of japanese room in Orleans you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Brassica suits a night out in Westboro when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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TASTE OF EGG OTTAWA is a contemporary pick in Old Ottawa South in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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The Hyde is the kind of bar room in ByWard Market you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Afterlight suits a night out in Centretown when you want bar that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Hikaru by TOMO suits a night out in ByWard Market when you want japanese that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Panko Black Tiger Prawns and Wagyu Beef Gyoza also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Chesterfield's Gastro Diner suits a night out in Wellington West when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff. The Charmander and Steak Hash LeClaire also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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The Third is the kind of contemporary room in Hintonburg you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Breakfast Nachos and Honey Butter Wings also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Bar Lupulus is the kind of contemporary room in Wellington West you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Ratatouille Bistro suits a night out in ByWard Market when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Shakshuka and Crab Cake and Eggs also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Petit Bill's Bistro suits a night out in Hintonburg when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Town suits a night out in Centretown when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Rabbit Croquettes à la Moutarde and Beef Carpaccio also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Atelier is the kind of fine dining room in Little Italy you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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The Whalesbone Bank Street is the kind of seafood room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Amuse Kitchen & Wine suits a night out in Kanata when you want fine dining that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Dessert First is the kind of contemporary room in Old Ottawa South you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Trio Bistro and Lounge is a contemporary pick in Westboro in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Devils on Horseback and Burrata also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Smoked Royale suits a night out in Hintonburg when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Le St. Laurent suits a night out in Ottawa when you want fine dining that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Retro Gusto suits a night out in Little Italy when you want italian that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Retro Suppli and Retro Caesar also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Sushi-ro is the kind of japanese room in Downtown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Karakuchi Shrimp and Softshell Crab also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Dark Fork suits a night out in ByWard Market when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Crusted Chicken Parmesan and Steak Frites also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Chez Lucien suits a night out in ByWard Market when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Pelican Seafood Market & Grill suits a night out in Centretown when you want seafood that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Riviera Ottawa suits a night out in Ottawa when you want fine dining that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Lavender Grill is the kind of contemporary room in ByWard Market you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Gezellig suits a night out in Hintonburg when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Black Dog Bistro is the kind of contemporary room in Manotick you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Kuidaore is a japanese pick in Little Italy in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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Table SODAM suits a night out in Old Ottawa South when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Beckta Dining & Wine is the kind of fine dining room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. If Not provided is your kind of order, that is a good sign.
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The Moonroom is a bar pick in Little Italy in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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J:unique kitchen suits a night out in Ottawa when you want japanese that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Junique Signature Appetizer and Junique Signature Main also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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DreamLand Cafe suits a night out in Little Italy when you want italian that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Honey I Deep Fried The Brussels and Spicy Caesar Salad also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Wellington Gastropub suits a night out in Hintonburg when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine is a contemporary pick in Centretown in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Ceviche Raphaël and Tiradito Nikkei also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Mermaid's Seafood Restaurant is a seafood pick in Alta Vista in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Fried Calamari Rings and Samki Harra also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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ALORA Ottawa & ALORA Rooftop is a contemporary pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Crispy Crab Bites and Seared Tuna also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Babbos Cucina Italiana is the kind of contemporary room in Manotick you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Harmons Steakhouse is the kind of contemporary room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Ahi Tuna Crudo and Foie Gras Torchon also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Benny's Bistro is a french pick in Ottawa in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Benny's Salmon Gravlax and C'est Bon Chèvre & Black Peppercorn Parfait also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Buvette Daphnée is the kind of contemporary room in ByWard Market you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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The Whalesbone Elgin Street suits a night out in Centretown when you want seafood that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Giovanni's Restaurant is the kind of italian room in Little Italy you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Calamari Fritti and Fegato D'Oca also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Del Piacere is the kind of italian room in Little Italy you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Antipasto Di Mare and Frittura Mista Di Pesce also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Pure Kitchen Westboro is the kind of contemporary room in Westboro you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Shinka Sushi Bar suits a night out in Ottawa when you want japanese that feels grown-up without getting stiff. If Unable to identify signature dishes is your kind of order, that is a good sign.
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Prohibition Public House suits a night out in Centretown when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Sapporo Sushi Ottawa is a japanese pick in Ottawa in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. If Unable to provide signature dishes is your kind of order, that is a good sign.
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The Seafood Grill is a seafood pick in Nepean in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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Fratelli Westboro is the kind of contemporary room in Westboro you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Sambuca Shrimp and Italian Salumi Board also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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La Dolce Vita is a italian pick in Little Italy in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Classic Italian Appetizer Selection and House-Made Pizza also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Lexington Smokehouse & Bar is a contemporary pick in Westboro in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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Elmdale Oyster House & Tavern suits a night out in Wellington West when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Mr. B's Osteria suits a night out in Old Ottawa South when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Gitanes is the kind of contemporary room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Tuna Crudo and Lamb Tartare also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Apothecary Lounge is a bar pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Market Catch Ceviche Bites and Signature Salmon Rosti also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Paper Tiger Noodle Bar is a contemporary pick in Old Ottawa South in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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10Fourteen is a bar pick in Downtown in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Jerk Chicken Nachos and Pizza Pockets (2) also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Manor Lounge is the kind of contemporary room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Ember is a contemporary pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Smokey Eggplant Dip and Spicy Crispy Tuna also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Speakeasy Tapas Lounge is a contemporary pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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Pub Italia suits a night out in Little Italy when you want italian that feels grown-up without getting stiff. If Unable to identify signature dishes is your kind of order, that is a good sign.
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Cocotte Bistro suits a night out in Centretown when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Luxe Bistro is a contemporary pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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The Shore Club is the kind of seafood room in Old Ottawa East you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Izakaya Shingen suits a night out in Centretown when you want japanese that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Hanabi Japanese Cuisine suits a night out in Centretown when you want japanese that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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s o m e w h e r e dine bar suits a night out in Ottawa when you want bar that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Truffle Tuna Crudo and Korean Fried Chicken also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Giulia is the kind of contemporary room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Burrata from Puglia and Tuna Crudo also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Absinthe is the kind of contemporary room in Hintonburg you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Charlotte is a bar pick in Centretown in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Dirty Horse and Pacific Petals also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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The Grand Pizzeria & Bar - Westboro Beach suits a night out in Westboro when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is the kind of seafood room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. PEI Mussels in White Wine Garlic Lemon Broth and Crab Cakes with Spicy Mayo also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Elise Restaurant is the kind of contemporary room in Westboro you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Huîtres and Saucisse de Canard en Croûte also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Joe's Italian Kitchen - Preston is a italian pick in Little Italy in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Peach Carrot Salad and California Rolls also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Wellington Diner is a contemporary pick in Hintonburg in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Diner Caesar and Fresh Fruit Smoothie also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Rabbit Hole is the kind of contemporary room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Trattoria Caffè Italia is a italian pick in Little Italy in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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The Hintonburg Public House suits a night out in Hintonburg when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff. HPH Poutine and Smoked Cheddar Dip also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Heist Manotick is a contemporary pick in Manotick in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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Metropolitain Brasserie Restaurant suits a night out in New Edinburgh when you want french that feels grown-up without getting stiff. Classic Beef Tartare and Crab Cake also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Angelina suits a night out in Manotick when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Good Neighbour suits a night out in Centretown when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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The top restaurants for date night in Ottawa include Anabella’s Kitchen & Lounge, Solomon’s Oven, Seau de Crabe Restaurant (Ottawa). TastyPals curates these picks based on occasion tags, Google ratings, and editorial judgment.
Anabella’s Kitchen & Lounge is among the top-rated options for date night in Ottawa, with a 4.9 Google rating and 240 reviews.
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