Top Best Italian Restaurants in Ottawa

"The seasonal dishes at North and Navy are inspired by the similar climates of Eastern Ontario and Northern Italy. The spot also borrows the MO of Venetian “bacari” (Venice restaurants which serve deliciously complex small plates). The dishes are presented on beautiful Venetian plates in shared or private dining rooms that are as intimate as they are romantic."

"Went back for the 2nd time and I can still say this is my favorite restaurant of all time. The chef is inventive, taking seasonal ingredients and elevating... (613) 232-6289Order online"

"Northern Italian restaurant in a converted house offering seasonally focused fare & a warm ambiance. Open for dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 613-232-6289"

"Located just a stone’s throw from downtown, this intimate Italian-style bistro serves up classic Italian fare with a modern Canadian spin. The elegant eatery is best-known for its housemade pasta and old-world wine list. While the compact restaurant usually fills up on most weeknights, the ambiance is always cozy and welcoming—although we do recommend making a reservation if you’re hoping to get a table during peak hours."

"I recently tried out the collaborative meal delivery service from Town x Citizen a few weeks ago!. It was my first time trying both restaurants, and I was very…”more"

"We were served by Max who was so kind, helpful and attentive. Every dish was delicious and we would definitely come bac..."

"Giovanni’s excellent service, presentation of exquisitely traditional dishes, sophisticated interior decoration and extensive wine cellar are on the expensive side but unparalleled in the city. Pair one of the fancy soups like stracciatella (veal consommé with egg and parmesan cheese) with an assorted plate of veal parmesan, manicotti and lasagna. This kind of high-calibre dining experience wouldn’t be complete without some great wine and dessert like panna cotta or tiramisu to top it off."

"Founders Lisa and Guiseppe wanted to bring their love of Italy to Ottawa and did they ever succeed. Authentic Italian dishes made with fresh veggies, seafood and the highest of quality meats are topped off with quality service that makes you feel like part of the family. Photo Credit: Giovanni's"

"Smack in the middle of the ByWard Market, is The Grand Pizzeria, a locally known Italian eatery. This spot offers outdoor dining in the summer months and of course a wide selection of authentic pizzas.Photo: The Grand via Facebook"

"The ssltaff itself does a good job, service isn't amazing but good, which is ok. Tried the cauliflower bites app..."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Pierre Tourigny used under CC BY 2.0. Ottawanians love this pub, not only for their food but for their epic “Beer Bible”. You guessed it, this bible is a menu chock full of domestic and imported beer."

"It opened in 1994 in Little Italy and offers a selection of more than 200 beers, plus all the best attributes of an Italian Trattoria."

"Launched a search for best lasagna is the area and this was hands down a great lasagna. A little salty for those who have cut down on salt intake, but i..."

"Offering a casual Italian dining experience, Mamma Grazzi’s Kitchen is a great spot for dinner with friends or a casual date. Enjoy one of the signature pizza or pasta dishes in the bright interior or al fresco on the patio (located in a beautiful cobblestone courtyard in the ByWard Market). Treat yourself to one of many inventive dishes like jumbo pasta shells stuffed with crab, ricotta and sun-dried tomatoes in a Sambuca cream sauce with fennel and shiitake mushrooms."

"featuring pasta and various pizzas, priced at 11$ to 25$ and experience their casual and family friendly atmosph... An out of the way little house that looks like a local take out pizza joint. Walk in and there are a few tables."

"We went here over four years ago because of a yelp rating and this place is still the best little pub!. The food is amazing and the service is fantastic!"

"While 47 in total can be found dotted along the Rideau Canal, it is the steep set of almost step-like locks at its northern end that attract the most attention. Known as the Ottawa Locks, they can be spied in between Chateau Laurier and Parliament Hill with the flight of eight locks making for some fabulous photos. Completed in 1831, the small series of locks really are an astonishing engineering achievement as they connect the Rideau Canal to the Ottawa River 24 meters below."

"To learn more about the history, free walking tours are offered daily of the center and east blocks including Peace Tower which offers spectacular views. Tickets are required and can be picked up at the ticket office at 90 Wellington St.Tickets are limited, so arrive early as the english guided tours are typically fully booked within 1 to 2 hours of opening on weekends and holidays."

"Peace Tower is one of the most prominent buildings in Canada. It is an iconic image that can be recognized by anyone who has seen a Canadian $20 bill. Peace Tower can be found in the center of the Centre Block of Parliament on Parliament Hill."