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Flipper's Seafood Restaurant

SeafoodCentretownsplurge

Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is one of the best seafood restaurants in Ottawa for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Centretown.

Flipper's Seafood Restaurant has occupied its spot above Von's Bistro on Bank Street for over forty years, reached by a staircase that functions as an informal filter.

Date NightFine DiningSeafoodspecial occasionfreshpolished
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Taste Score 7.3/10
Rating (Google) 8.8
192 reviews
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7.3/10
Taste Score
Google 8.8 from 192 reviews
Best for
Date Night and Fine Dining
Price and pace
splurge
Neighborhood
Centretown | 819 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3V9, Canada
Price
splurge
Taste Score
7.3/10
Phone
(613) 232-2703
What to order

Signature dishes at Flipper's Seafood Restaurant

Almond-encrusted Atlantic Salmon
PEI Mussels in White Wine Garlic Lemon Broth

white wine garlic lemon broth

Crab Cakes with Spicy Mayo

spicy mayo

Linguine with Scallops, Shrimp, Pancetta

scallops, shrimp, pancetta, peppers, cream sauce, and parmigiana

Seafood Platter

sea scallops, jumbo shrimp, lobster tail, salmon, oysters, rice and vegetables

Why go

What makes Flipper's Seafood Restaurant worth the move

Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is an easy yes in Centretown when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. PEI Mussels in White Wine Garlic Lemon Broth and Crab Cakes with Spicy Mayo also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 192 Google reviews.

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Public rating
8.8 from 192 Google reviews
Best for
Date Night and Fine Dining
Style
Seafood in Centretown
Spend
splurge

Best for

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Google rating: 8.8 from 192 reviews
Price point: splurge
Popular dishes: PEI Mussels in White Wine Garlic Lemon Broth, Crab Cakes with Spicy Mayo, Prawn Cocktail
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8.8 from 192 reviews
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For now, Flipper's Seafood Restaurant holds a 8.8 rating across 192 Google reviews.

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Quick details

Address
819 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3V9, Canada
Phone
(613) 232-2703
Price
splurge
TastyPals score
7.3/10
Google rating
8.8 (192 reviews)
Cuisine
Seafood
Neighborhood
Centretown

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Flipper's Seafood Restaurant serve?

Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is a Seafood restaurant located in Centretown, Ottawa. Flipper's Seafood Restaurant has occupied its spot above Von's Bistro on Bank Street for over forty years, reached by a staircase that functions as an informal filter.

What is Flipper's Seafood Restaurant best for?

Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is best for date night, fine dining, seafood, special occasion, fresh, polished. Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is an easy yes in Centretown when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. PEI Mussels in White Wine Garlic Lemon Broth and Crab Cakes with Spicy Mayo also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 192 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Flipper's Seafood Restaurant?

Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is in the splurge price range (splurge). Google rating: 8.8 from 192 reviews

What should I order at Flipper's Seafood Restaurant?

Start with Almond-encrusted Atlantic Salmon, PEI Mussels in White Wine Garlic Lemon Broth, Crab Cakes with Spicy Mayo and Linguine with Scallops, Shrimp, Pancetta. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Flipper's Seafood Restaurant worth visiting?

Flipper's Seafood Restaurant holds a 8.8 Google rating from 192 reviews. Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is an easy yes in Centretown when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. PEI Mussels in White Wine Garlic Lemon Broth and Crab Cakes with Spicy Mayo also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 192 Google reviews.

Where is Flipper's Seafood Restaurant located?

Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is located at 819 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3V9, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is Flipper's Seafood Restaurant good for a date night?

Yes — Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is tagged for date night dining. Flipper's Seafood Restaurant is an easy yes in Centretown when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. PEI Mussels in White Wine Garlic Lemon Broth and Crab Cakes with Spicy Mayo also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 192 Google reviews.

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