While Ottawa is under a stay-at-home order we can still enjoy the comfort and romance of sharing our favourite food and drinks. Bring your day up with a banging lunch, or take the night off and indulge yourself while supporting these great local restaurants. Some are offering rotating menus and weekly specials, so be sure to follow on social media to stay up to date with their offerings!
DOWNTOWN OTTAWA
Viet Thai – 312 Bank Street / 613-567-9029
Authentic Thai and Vietnamese favourites such as pho, curry, stir fry, and bubble tea are available for pick-up or delivery.
The Royal Oak – 318 Bank Street / 613-230-0803
A classic English pub with great food, beer, and live music. This Bank Street location opened in 1980 and was the first of now 12 locations in Ottawa. They continue to offer the timeless comforts of a local pub with a modern menu that offers vegan and gluten free options.
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Clocktower Brewpub – 200 Elgin Street / 613-724-4561
Classic pub fare and comfort foods available to order for take-out and delivery, including a variety of original beers brewed in Ottawa!
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Pi Co – 170 Metcalfe Street / 613-680-7426
Fast, delicious custom pizzas available for delivery through Uber Eats and Door Dash
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Sip Tea – 203 Bank Street / 613-421-8008
This cafe is one-of-a-kind in Ottawa, the first to serve cheese tea – much like boba tea with a topping of delicious and savory cheese mouse. They also serve tea infused with fresh fruit for a healthy and refreshing mid-day treat.
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Pie on the Fly – 1549 Bank Street / 613-523-4325
Healthy and delicious Syrian pies prepared simply with high quality ingredients using recipes that have been perfected over many years.
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Food Friendz – 275 Laurier Avenue East / 613-233-0725
Food Friendz is a specialty grocery store and bakery serving a variety of savory pies (manaeesh) and prepared salads. This is a convenient option for a quick lunch. You can also order grocery items to pick-up or have delivered to your home.
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Insta Bolz – 265 Laurier Avenue East / 613-233-1280
Insta Bolz is a destination for people who eat with their eyes and love to share a treat with friends via social media. Their rainbow grilled cheese sandwich is sure to draw interest. They also serve healthy breakfast bowls including vegan options. Open for take-out.
OTTAWA WEST
Pubblico Eatery – 1331 Wellington Street West / 613-792-8282
Incredible Brooklyn-Style pizza and other classic comfort foods. Open for pick-up and delivery, including wine!
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Wellington Butchery – 1333 Wellington Street West / 613-722-0086
This family owned butchery serves the highest quality specialty meat products and a wide range of wholesome prepared meals. Fill up your freezer or enjoy tonight with your family!
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Supply & Demand – 1335 Wellington Street West / 613-680-2949
Planning a romantic night in? This elegant venue offers a rotating menu of creative and luxurious meals using locally sourced ingredients. Open for delivery including cocktails and wine.
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Dish Catering & Events – 119 Ross Avenue / 613-761-1302
A full service catering company with a heated outdoor patio. Their take-out and delivery menu consists of sophisticated meals for 2-4 people including 12 hour smoked beef brisket and duck confit. They also offer fried chicken, burgers, and sides. Vegan options available. Wine and beer available for pick-up or delivery with meals.
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Beyond the Pale Brewery & Smoque House – 250 City Centre Avenue, Unit 108 / 613-668-2337
Offering an amazing selection of locally brewed beer with seasonal favourites and a main line of classics that are available year round. Missing BBQ in the cold winter months? You can also order delicious pulled pork, sausages, ribs, and more from their Smoque House which has been nominated for Faces Magazine’s Best Wedding Caterer award. They are open for take-out and offer contactless delivery. Free delivery for orders over $60.
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Mamie Clafoutis – 411 Roosevelt Avenue / 613-729-9923
Artisanal bread and pastries made by passionate bakers. There is something for every occasion and a variety of seasonal specials. Enjoy a treat in their beautiful tea room or take them home to enjoy any time.
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Art-Is-In Bakery – 250 City Centre Avenue, Bay 112 / 613-695-1226 x1
This popular artisanal bakery is open for take-out and delivery but they often sell out of items so order well in advance! From breads and pastries to burgers, pizza, soup and more.
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Lunch – 250 City Centre Avenue, Bay 232 / 613-238-9453
The perfect spot for, you guessed it, lunch! The healthiest and most delicious soups, salads, sandwiches and more are available for pick-up and delivery. Order from their website or call.
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LumberJaxe – 250 City Centre Avenue, Bay 232 / 613-702-8175
Although they are not a restaurant, Lumberjaxe deserves special mention as they have been nominated for Faces Magazine’s Best Team Building Exercise award. They have adapted their services for the pandemic with outdoor lanes and can provide catering for your event via BTP Brewery, Lunch, and Art-Is-In Bakery.
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Markies Montreal Smoked Meat – 1679 Carling Avenue / 613-792-9191
Markies is renowned for traditional smoked meat sandwiches and fresh hand-cut fries. Check out their take-out specials and platters!
Shish Kabob House – 1679 Carling Avenue / 613-729-7770
Delicious halal cuisine made from fresh ingredients all prepared in-house, including their hummus. Order pick-up or delivery from their website, Skip-the-Dishes, and Uber Eats. Family platters and special combos available.
Summer of 99 Cafe – 2255 Carling Avenue / 613-422-1472
Drop in to enjoy hot coffee, tea, lattes, and baked goods. Their fresh deli sandwiches are served on kaisers and pretzel buns or panini style. Order ahead or have your lunch delivered via Skip the Dishes.
Wing Hing Chinese Takeout – 2 Woodfield Drive / 613-723-5511
Heavenly Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine available for take-out and delivery in the Nepean area. Operating for over 15 years! They offer event catering anywhere in Ottawa or Gatineau.
Milanos Pizza – 2 Woodfield Drive / 613-727-0900
Your neighbourhood pizzeria for 33 years! Take advantage of their specials to receive a free half pound of deep fried St. Albert cheese curds.
Flavours of Kerala – 1105 Klondike Road, Unit B / 613-435-8435
Rich, delicious flavours from the spice capital of the world. Enjoy the distinctive tradition of South Indian cuisine from Kerala in your own home today!
Willy’s Pizza – 1106 Klondike Road / 613-595-1500
No family night is complete without pizza and all the sides. Willy’s offers all the comfort classics including pasta, chicken wings, subs, and salads for take-out or delivery.
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Freshii – 1106 Klondike Road / 613-714-9896
There is no need to compromise your diet or desires with fast, fresh, healthy meals from Freshii. Salads, wraps, soup, burritos, cold-pressed juices and more. Open for take-out, breakfast and lunch.
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Ottawa East
Creative Kosher Catering – 2664 Alta Vista Drive / 613-788-2713
This full service catering company also offers party design services and the most amazing variety of home cooked meals. Contact free delivery available. Be sure to follow on social media to see their weekly specials!
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Shawarma Mango’s – 2682 Alta Vista Drive / 613-526-2526
A family friendly restaurant serving authentic Halal Lebanese food, fresh juice, and cocktails since 1996.
Gabriel Pizza – 2682 Alta Vista Drive / 613-526-2526
A family friendly restaurant serving authentic Halal Lebanese food, fresh juice, and cocktails since 1996.
Mediterranean Bakery and Pizza – 2698 Alta Vista Drive / 613-523-2999
Drop by for a quick hand pie or order pizza for delivery through the Skip the Dishes and Uber Eats
Kentucky Fried Chicken – 2670 Alta Vista Drive / 613-733-1222
It’s Finger Lickin’ Good!
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Pizza Pizza – 320 McArthur Avenue / 613-737-1111
The go-to pizza place for a quick slice and custom pizzas or panzerottis and all the sides.
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Chez Cora – 1530 St. Laurent Blvd. / 613-563-2672
Breakfast and brunch doesn’t get much better whether you prefer to have it savoury or sweet. Crêpes, pancakes, waffles, and eggs are served with a pile of fresh fruit. Take it to go or order delivery from Skip, Uber Eats, and Door Dash.
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