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SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar

Southeast Asian•ByWard Market•$$$

Restaurant overview

Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar has a clearer sense of identity than most places twice its price.

4.3/5 · 1,239 Google reviews

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Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar has a clearer sense of identity than most places twice its price.

Date NightCocktail Bar
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Rating (Google) 4.3/5
1,239 reviews
Ottawa
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4.3/5
Google rating
Based on 1239 reviews
Best for
Date Night and Cocktail Bar
Price and pace
More of a night out
Neighborhood
ByWard Market | 18b York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5T5, Canada
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Menu and ordering

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar menu: what to order

Start with the dishes below, drawn from the restaurant details and TastyPals notes available on this page. SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is listed in the More of a night out price range. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.

Tuna Sashimi Tacos

Signature Asian-inspired tacos.

Thai Curry

Southeast Asian-inspired main.

Dumplings

Shareable kitchen starter.

Donuts

House sweet bites.

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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 4.3/5 Google rating across 1,239 Google reviews.

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Public rating
4.3/5 from 1,239 Google reviews
Best for
Date Night and Cocktail Bar
Style
Southeast Asian in ByWard Market
Spend
More of a night out

Best for

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Google rating: 4.3/5 from 1,239 reviews
Price point: $$$
Popular dishes: Tuna Sashimi Tacos, Dumplings, Thai Curry
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4.3/5 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
4.3/5 (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 has a clearer sense of identity than most places twice its price.

What is SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar best for?

SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar is best for date night, cocktail bar. 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 4.3/5 Google 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: 4.3/5 from 1,239 reviews

What should I order at SIDEDOOR Contemporary Kitchen & Bar?

Start with Tuna Sashimi Tacos, Thai Curry, Dumplings 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 4.3/5 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 4.3/5 Google 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 4.3/5 Google rating across 1,239 Google reviews.

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