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SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar

Southeast AsianByWard Market$$$
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SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is one of the best southeast asian restaurants in Ottawa for date night, especially if you want a strong option in ByWard Market.

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is a southeast asian pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Tuna Sashimi Tacos and Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu.

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Rating (Google) 8.6
1,239 reviews
Ottawa
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8.6
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Based on 1239 reviews
Best used for
date night and cocktail
Price and pace
More of a night out
Neighborhood
ByWard Market · 18b York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5T5, Canada
Price
More of a night out
Google rating
8.6 from 1,239 reviews
Phone
(613) 562-9331
What to order

Signature dishes at SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar

Tuna Sashimi Tacos

Signature Asian-inspired tacos.

Dumplings

Shareable kitchen starter.

Thai Curry

Southeast Asian-inspired main.

Donuts

House sweet bites.

Why go

What makes SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar worth the move

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar looks like a good night-out option in ByWard Market in Ottawa because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Tuna Sashimi Tacos and Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 1,239 Google reviews.

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Public rating
8.6 from 1,239 Google reviews
Best used for
date night and cocktail
Style
Southeast Asian in ByWard Market
Spend
More of a night out

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Google rating: 8.6 from 1,239 reviews
Price point: $$$
Popular dishes: Tuna Sashimi Tacos, Dumplings, Thai Curry
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8.6 from 1,239 reviews
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Quick details

Address
18b York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5T5, Canada
Phone
(613) 562-9331
Price
$$$
TastyPals score
Coming soon
Google rating
8.6 (1,239 reviews)
Cuisine
Southeast Asian
Neighborhood
ByWard Market

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar serve?

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is a Southeast Asian restaurant located in ByWard Market, Ottawa. SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is a southeast asian pick in ByWard Market in Ottawa when you want dinner to feel a little more planned. Tuna Sashimi Tacos and Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu.

What is SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar best for?

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is best for cocktail, date night. SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar looks like a good night-out option in ByWard Market in Ottawa because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Tuna Sashimi Tacos and Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 1,239 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar?

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is in the More of a night out price range ($$$). Google rating: 8.6 from 1,239 reviews

What should I order at SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar?

Start with Tuna Sashimi Tacos, Dumplings, Thai Curry and Donuts. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar worth visiting?

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar holds a 8.6 Google rating from 1,239 reviews. SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar looks like a good night-out option in ByWard Market in Ottawa because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Tuna Sashimi Tacos and Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 1,239 Google reviews.

Where is SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar located?

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is located at 18b York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5T5, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Does SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar take reservations?

Yes, SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.

Is SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar good for a date night?

Yes — SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is tagged for date night dining. SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar looks like a good night-out option in ByWard Market in Ottawa because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Tuna Sashimi Tacos and Dumplings also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 1,239 Google reviews.

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