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Riviera Ottawa
Mushroom On Toast
One of the most frequently praised dishes; multiple reviews call it a standout, delightful, rich, and delicious with layered flavor.
Steak Frites
Repeatedly recommended for being tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, with crisp fries and well-executed seasoning.
Oysters
Praised for being very fresh and delicious, with one review specifically highlighting the oysters as a top part of the meal.
Beef Tartare
Recommended for being incredible and delicious, appearing in multiple positive reviews as a standout starter.
Pavlova
Mentioned favorably in more than one review, described as light, delicious, delicate, and a lovely way to finish the meal.
Scallops
Recommended for being well-prepared and delicious, with one review noting them as a strong starter and another including scallops among a great meal.
Ravioli
Praised for its rich filling, perfect cooking, and light sauce that complemented the dish well.
Duck Breast
Highlighted as exceptionally well cooked and described as the best duck one reviewer had in years.
Burger
Recommended as a really good, classic burger that was filling and described as a 'Big Mac on steroids.'
Cod
Mentioned positively as a delicious seafood main and a stand-out dish in one of the reviews.
Hours
| Monday | 5 to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 5 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 5 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 5 to 10 PM |
About Riviera Ottawa
High-end, creative Canadian cuisine & drinks in the refined interior of a former bank building.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Riviera Ottawa known for?
Riviera Ottawa is best known for its cocktails and signature dishes like mushroom toast, beef tartare, lobster spaghetti, and steak frites. Reviewers repeatedly mention the creative drinks, fresh oysters, and polished service as reasons the meal feels memorable.
What dishes are most recommended at Riviera Ottawa?
The most frequently praised items include beef tartare, mushroom toast, lobster spaghetti, steak frites, oysters, and ravioli. Reviewers also call out scallops, rabbit ragu, and salmon with carrot coconut purée as especially strong choices.
What is the atmosphere like at Riviera Ottawa?
The atmosphere is lively but still works for conversation, with a former bank building interior, high ceilings, and an open kitchen. It is a fit for date nights, anniversary dinners, and groups, and reviewers also mention the kitchen bar and bar seating as good spots to watch the chefs.
Is Riviera Ottawa good value, and what is the price range?
Riviera Ottawa is in the CA$100+ price range, so it sits in the upscale category. Reviewers say the experience feels worth it because of the attentive service, well-executed food, and strong wine and cocktail pairings, especially for special occasions.
Do you need a reservation at Riviera Ottawa?
Yes, reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and the restaurant notes that reservations are required in some cases. Reviewers also mention that it is usually busy, so booking ahead helps if you want a specific table or a quieter spot.
Is parking available at Riviera Ottawa?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Riviera Ottawa have vegetarian options?
Yes, Riviera Ottawa offers vegan options.
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