Luxe, a famed steakhouse in Ottawa, is another offering from the Firestone family. The food is made with a creative flair and flourish, the best ingredients used to whip up scrumptious delights packed with explosive flavors. The menu changes frequently in keeping with the trends. Select from appetizers, salads, steak options, and seafood. Couple the impressive dishes with draft beers, cocktails, or wines. Round off your wholesome meal with decadent treats from the dessert menu.
Social is a trendy restaurant and lounge located in the happening Byward market is one of the most stylish eateries in the city. The grilled Alberta strip loin is a must-try as a main course, as is the foie gras burger. There is an excellent selection of cheese to follow the main course, if you wish to try them. The desserts are simple, but the best ones often are, with the immortal creme brulee being the most popular. The cocktails are known to be divine, especially the Cuban Mojito, and each sip has a terrific fresh tang of mint. Great food, coupled with friendly service, make dining at the Social Restaurant and Lounge a memorable experience.
Located inside the Hotel Novotel Ottawa, The Albion Rooms serves you dishes that leave a lasting impression on the palate. Neatly decorated and well-furnished, The Albion Rooms welcomes larger parties and also has intimate seating spaces for couples. Food as well as drinks served here are an amalgamation of gastronomy and art. Dishes come to your table plated with beauty while cocktails taste as dramatic as they look. Do not leave out the Charcuterie boards at Albion Rooms as these are a specialty.
Enjoy the sophistication of inventive gourmet cuisine at Absinthe, located in Mechanicsville. Using this modern day bistro as his playground, is owner and chef de cuisine Patrick Garland, where he combines the great produce of the region with classic French cooking techniques. Along with decadent dishes, enjoy superior quality charcuterie and cheeses supplementing the elegant list of wines served here. Creative and well put together, the delicious offerings of this modish restaurant are ever so often applauded by local media and magazines.
Eve Nightclub, a 1920s-inspired club, is a great over-21 party destination in Ottawa. The decor in the club follows a distinct New York art deco influence while the comfy booths give an intimate feel to the place despite the heavy beats of the DJ. A great place to celebrate a bachelor party or 21st birthday, the place offers VIP bottle service on premium drinks ranging from Grey Goose Vodka to Dom Perignon. Along with private parties and regular DJ nights, the place is also host to its own lively parties for special events like New Years.
Calling Westin Ottawa its home is a posh steakhouse and seafood restaurant called the The Shore Club. Ideally located in Downtown, this sophisticated eatery is perfect for business as well as casual rendezvous. Renowned for its contemporary decor, impeccable service and unparalleled dining fare, this restaurant has a lot to offer. There is an elegant menu featuring fresh seafood dishes and superior quality steaks along with a dynamic cocktail bar. An ideal venue for celebrations, as it boasts of semi-private and well-appointed dining rooms, The Shore Club offers an exclusive and intimate experience.