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Mexican•Kanata•value
Ay Dios Mio Tacos
Ay Dios Mio Tacos is an easy mexican option in Kanata in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.9
Based on 542 reviews
Best group dinner Restaurants in Ottawa: 48 Picks for 2026
The best restaurants for group dinner in Ottawa, curated by TastyPals editors.
48 restaurantsAvg rating 4.6Updated June 2026
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Top picks for group dinner in Ottawa
Fast answers for diners searching for group dinner restaurants in Ottawa. These first picks make the occasion easier to compare.
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Mexican•Ottawa•value
Maria's Tacos
Maria's Tacos is a mexican restaurant in Ottawa in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.9
Based on 195 reviews
3
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Contemporary•Kanata•value
Montana’s BBQ & Bar
Montana’s BBQ & Bar is a dependable contemporary option in Kanata that a lot of diners already know and return to.
Kanata dinnerfamily dinnergroup dinner
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4.8
Based on 6926 reviews
4
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
LOLA'S KITCHEN Filipino Restaurant
LOLA'S KITCHEN Filipino Restaurant is a sensible chinese call in Chinatown in Ottawa when you want something that usually lands well.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.8
Based on 2058 reviews
5
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Middle Eastern•Nepean•value
Phynicia Restaurant
Phynicia Restaurant is a sensible middle eastern call in Nepean in Ottawa when you want something that usually lands well.
Lebanese comfortlunchtakeout
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4.8
Based on 1548 reviews
6
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Middle Eastern•Downtown•value
Shawarma AL MOUNA
Shawarma AL MOUNA is an easy middle eastern option in Downtown in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Lebanese comfortlunchtakeout
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4.8
Based on 1310 reviews
7
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Mexican•Ottawa•value
Torta Boyz
Torta Boyz is a sensible mexican call in Ottawa in Ottawa when you want something that usually lands well.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.8
Based on 973 reviews
8
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Contemporary•Kanata•value
Divan Turkish Cuisine
Divan Turkish Cuisine is an easy contemporary option in Kanata in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Kanata dinnerfamily dinnergroup dinner
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4.8
Based on 797 reviews
9
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Mexican•Ottawa•value
Mi Amor Tacos
Mi Amor Tacos is a mexican restaurant in Ottawa in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.8
Based on 319 reviews
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Middle Eastern•Centretown•value
Mr. Fez Shawarma (Downtown)
Mr. Fez Shawarma (Downtown) is a middle eastern restaurant in Centretown in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
Lebanese comfortlunchtakeout
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4.7
Based on 1851 reviews
11
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Middle Eastern•Ottawa•value
El Mazaj
El Mazaj is an easy middle eastern option in Ottawa in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation. Hummus with Meat & Pine Nuts and Muhamara also give you a decent sense of the menu.
Lebanese comfortlunchtakeout
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4.7
Based on 1114 reviews
12
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
Ratatouille Bistro
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.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.7
Based on 983 reviews
13
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Le Poisson Bleu
Le Poisson Bleu is an easy chinese option in Chinatown in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation. Dry Aged Trout Crudo and Albacore Tuna Tartare also give you a decent sense of the menu.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.7
Based on 725 reviews
14
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
Dark Fork
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.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.7
Based on 295 reviews
15
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Contemporary•Kanata•value
ViaMarzo Kitchen & Wine
ViaMarzo Kitchen & Wine is an easy contemporary option in Kanata in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Kanata dinnerfamily dinnergroup dinner
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4.7
Based on 253 reviews
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
Chez Lucien
Chez Lucien suits a night out in ByWard Market when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 3288 reviews
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
Lavender Grill
Lavender Grill is the kind of contemporary room in ByWard Market you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 1614 reviews
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Mexican•ByWard Market•value
Corazon De Maiz
Corazon De Maiz is an easy mexican option in ByWard Market in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 1291 reviews
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Daldongnae Korean BBQ - Somerset
Daldongnae Korean BBQ - Somerset is an easy chinese option in Chinatown in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 1260 reviews
20
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Saigon Boy Noodle House
Saigon Boy Noodle House is a chinese restaurant in Chinatown in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room. Cha Gio Tom Thailand and Chao Tom also give you a decent sense of the menu.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 867 reviews
21
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Mexican•Ottawa•value
Sí Señor Mexican Street Food
Sí Señor Mexican Street Food is a mexican restaurant in Ottawa in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room. Quesabirrias and Loaded Nachos also give you a decent sense of the menu.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 834 reviews
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Middle Eastern•Kanata•value
Tirweka
Tirweka is an easy middle eastern option in Kanata in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Lebanese comfortlunchtakeout
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4.6
Based on 777 reviews
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Mexican•Ottawa•value
El Taco De Oro
El Taco De Oro is an easy mexican option in Ottawa in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 751 reviews
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Contemporary•Centretown•moderate
Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine
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.
Elgin Street night outdate nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 692 reviews
25
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
ALORA Ottawa & ALORA Rooftop
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.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 657 reviews
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Contemporary•Centretown•moderate
Harmons Steakhouse
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.
Elgin Street night outdate nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 552 reviews
27
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Corner Peach
Corner Peach is a chinese restaurant in Chinatown in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 542 reviews
28
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
Buvette Daphnée
Buvette Daphnée is the kind of contemporary room in ByWard Market you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.6
Based on 305 reviews
29
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Contemporary•Kanata•value
Jack's Kanata
Jack's Kanata is a contemporary restaurant in Kanata in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room. Lemon Drop and Drowning Gummy Bear also give you a decent sense of the menu.
Kanata dinnerfamily dinnergroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 4542 reviews
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Middle Eastern•Nepean•value
Les Grillades
Les Grillades is a sensible middle eastern call in Nepean in Ottawa when you want something that usually lands well. Hummus and Baba Ghannouj also give you a decent sense of the menu.
Lebanese comfortlunchtakeout
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4.5
Based on 2189 reviews
31
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Middle Eastern•Centretown•value
SemSem
SemSem is a sensible middle eastern call in Centretown in Ottawa when you want something that usually lands well. Fatteh Chickpeas and Mutabal also give you a decent sense of the menu.
Lebanese comfortlunchtakeout
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4.5
Based on 1284 reviews
32
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Phuket Royal
Phuket Royal is an easy chinese option in Chinatown in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation. If Unable to extract signature dishes is your kind of order, that is a good sign.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 839 reviews
33
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Middle Eastern•Centretown•value
Jericho
Jericho is a sensible middle eastern call in Centretown in Ottawa when you want something that usually lands well.
Lebanese comfortlunchtakeout
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4.5
Based on 689 reviews
34
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Royal Treasure 敦煌
Royal Treasure 敦煌 is a chinese restaurant in Chinatown in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room. RT Spring Roll and Hunan Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 520 reviews
35
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Wei’s Noodle House
Wei’s Noodle House is an easy chinese option in Chinatown in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 492 reviews
36
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Contemporary•Centretown•moderate
Gitanes
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.
Elgin Street night outdate nightgroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 456 reviews
37
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Contemporary•Centretown•moderate
Manor Lounge
Manor Lounge is the kind of contemporary room in Centretown you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
Elgin Street night outdate nightgroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 394 reviews
38
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
Ember
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.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 383 reviews
39
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Hey Kitchen
Hey Kitchen is a chinese restaurant in Chinatown in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 372 reviews
40
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
Speakeasy Tapas Lounge
Speakeasy Tapas Lounge is a contemporary pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.5
Based on 346 reviews
41
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Mexican•Centretown•value
El Camino (Elgin)
El Camino (Elgin) is a mexican restaurant in Centretown in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.4
Based on 2348 reviews
42
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Contemporary•Kanata•value
Bâton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar
Bâton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar is a sensible contemporary call in Kanata in Ottawa when you want something that usually lands well.
Kanata dinnerfamily dinnergroup dinner
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4.4
Based on 1845 reviews
43
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Contemporary•ByWard Market•moderate
Luxe Bistro
Luxe Bistro is a contemporary pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
Market dinnerdate nightgroup dinner
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4.4
Based on 1456 reviews
44
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Contemporary•Centretown•moderate
Giulia
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.
Elgin Street night outdate nightgroup dinner
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4.4
Based on 743 reviews
45
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Mexican•Centretown•value
La Fiesta Latina
La Fiesta Latina is a mexican restaurant in Centretown in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
Tacoscasual nightgroup dinner
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4.4
Based on 726 reviews
46
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Chinese•Chinatown•value
Cafe Orient
Cafe Orient is an easy chinese option in Chinatown in Ottawa to suggest without needing a long explanation.
Chinatown comfortlunchgroup dinner
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4.4
Based on 659 reviews
47
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Contemporary•Kanata•value
Chez Lionel - Kanata
Chez Lionel - Kanata is a contemporary restaurant in Kanata in Ottawa that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
Kanata dinnerfamily dinnergroup dinner
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4.4
Based on 627 reviews
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Contemporary•Centretown•moderate
Good Neighbour
Good Neighbour suits a night out in Centretown when you want contemporary that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
Elgin Street night outdate nightgroup dinner
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4.2
Based on 109 reviews
Common questions about group dinner in Ottawa
What are the best restaurants for group dinner in Ottawa?
The top restaurants for group dinner in Ottawa include Ay Dios Mio Tacos, Maria's Tacos, Montana’s BBQ & Bar. TastyPals curates these picks based on occasion tags, Google ratings, and editorial judgment.
What is the best group dinner restaurant in Ottawa?
Ay Dios Mio Tacos is among the top-rated options for group dinner in Ottawa, with a 4.9 Google rating and 542 reviews.
TastyPals curates picks based on Google ratings, community reviews, and editorial judgment. Learn how we choose →
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