Ralf Joneikies

At Tokyo Crispy, deep fried food has never tasted so good

Get their early or you may not get a seat

Nepean

Deacon Brodies is a scotch and sausage oasis

With over 400 scotches, and many homemade dishes, it's a worthwhile stop downtown

Downtown Ottawa

Brigid’s Well is the definition of a neighbourhood pub

It's popular with locals for a reason

Downtown Ottawa

Buffet breakfast doesn’t have to be bad, and Council Oak proves it

It's a great deal for anyone looking for a solid breakfast

Ottawa South

For seafood, Pelican is your destination

The restaurant continues to put out some of the best seafood in the city, with attention to detail and quality

Two

BAMM’S Snack Shack's burgers and donuts will soon be gone, but not forgotten

The popular restaurant in Lowertown will be shutting down at the end of April. So consider this your recommendation visit before it does

Downtown Ottawa

Go hungry, leave happy at the Manx

In a world of trivia nights and sports bars, The Manx offers something increasingly rare: good conversation, no distractions, and honest pub food made from scratch.

Centretown

Sunny brews from Sonnen Hill

While out near Toronto, this brewery's beer is worthy of stocking up on for home

Brewery

The Lieutenant's Pump is everything you want in a pub

One of Ottawa's oldest surviving pubs, the Lieutenant's Pump still earns its reputation with fresh-cut fries, house-ground burgers and a 30-tap beer list.

Centretown

Canmak Makgeolli is an instant Korean classic

Canmak's original makgeolli offers a more refined take on the classic Korean fermented rice drink, with a lighter body and aromatic delicacy that sets it apart.

Drinks

Hallasan Watermelon Soju newest Korean spirit to hit LCBO shelves

It drinks beautifully on its own — or as the base of a fabulous spring long drink

Drinks

Naru grocer is serving up a great deal for lunch

The Korean grocery store has one of the best lunch deals your bound to find in Ottawa

Nepean

Sharpfle Waffle’s new menu excites the palate

The menu variety is worthy of a visit

Korean

Authentic Mexican food is as good as it gets at Ay Wey! Mexican Street Tacos

Ay Wey in Vanier is a family affair, a place that all lovers of Mexican food need to check out

Vanier

Mousse Buvette in Old Hull is a welcome addition to the bistro scene

Chef Stephanie Saumur, who previously worked at Sans Façon, has put together an appealing menu worthy of many, many visits.

Bistro

Canada’s Great Kitchen Party 2026

It was a big nigh for the West Coast competitor as chefs around the country competed to be crowned the winner

Toronto Chef Jonathan Williams journey from washing dishes to helming a Park Hyatt restaurant

Having worked at the prestigious Heston Blumenthal's Dinner to executive chef, Jonathan Williams brings Michelin-honed expertise to Toronto's Park Hyatt Hotel, and to this week's Culinary Championships