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Riviera

4.7 (3581)
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian
62 Sparks St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5A8

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Riviera

4.7
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian
Downtown

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2 people
19:00
Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Welcome to Riviera!

Reservations may be subject to time restrictions, dependent on availability. Please check your reservation email for full details. If your group requires more time, kindly call the restaurant at 613-233-6262 and we will do our best to accommodate you. Groups of six or more are subject to a 20% gratuity.

Please note, reservations made for outdoors are guaranteed for outdoor seating only. We may not be able to move you inside in the event of bad weather.

We look forward to hosting you! Please feel free to call us with any questions!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 17:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jordan Holley
  • Private party facilities
    For full restaurant buyout events only. For standard bookings please book via Open Table.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Coordinator: (613) 233-6262
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Spark Street bewteen Elgin and Metcalfe
  • Parking Details
    Lot parking available at World Exchange Plaza, NAC & City Hall.
  • Public transport
    LRT- Parliament Station
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Riviera.

4.7

4.7
(3581)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Ottawa

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Ottawa

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Ottawa

    Most Booked

  • Ottawa

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Ottawa

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Ottawa

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Riviera in Ottawa offers a "fabulous experience" with "exceptional service" and "delicious food." The ambiance is "elevated" and "beautiful," making it ideal for special occasions. Highlights include "fantastic cocktails," a "diverse wine list," and "creative dishes" like the seafood tower. While some find prices high, the overall experience is "highly recommended."
3,581 Reviews
  1. K

    Ottawa7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere was stunning, and the cocktails were definitely the highlight of the evening. Our server was outstanding, offering excellent recommendations and attentive service throughout. Unfortunately, with the exception of the halibut special, the other three meals were very underwhelming. The chicken was bland and basic, the steak arrived blue rather than rare as ordered, and the lobster pasta lacked flavour. While we thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere, cocktails, excellent service, and, of course, the company, the food simply didn’t live up to the experience or our expectations. Unfortunately, we won’t be returning.

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  2. Neelu

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a wonderful time with a friend. We went for drinks and shared some apps and pasta. The food was excellent (as always) and the drinks were delicious. Our server was also very friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!

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  3. Rachel

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Welcomed us with recognition of our anniversary celebration upon arrival. Several small, yet meaningful touches throughout our experience. Highly recommend.

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  4. Priscilla

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and attentive staff. Well worth the wait!

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  5. Diane

    Ottawa7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Lobster Spaghetti! Our server was attentive and professional.

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  6. Jonathan

    Ottawa1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful and elevated ambiance. I would not recommend the food and it was at the top end of pricing. The food didn't arrive hot and the flavour profile was not appealing. I did not finish my main. The passionfruit pavlova was delicious though. Bottom line, you are paying for the atmosphere and presentation. Style over substance.

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  7. Amare Gold

    Unspecified4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service as always, Gil was an exceptional server!

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  8. Louise

    Ottawa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining at Riviera was a fabulous experience. Lovely and kind servers who provided great recommendations, were very attentive and good humoured. The gentleman who welcomed us, made accommodations for our table request and wished us well when we left was courteous and generous. The food was exceptional and we will definitely return. Thanks to everyone

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  9. Owen Gold

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 November 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, food, and location - prices are getting a bit carried away though

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  10. Amare Gold

    Unspecified4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 November 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Experience and food 10/10 as always, our server Megan was excellent as well!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 17:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jordan Holley
  • Private party facilities
    For full restaurant buyout events only. For standard bookings please book via Open Table.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Coordinator: (613) 233-6262
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Spark Street bewteen Elgin and Metcalfe
  • Parking Details
    Lot parking available at World Exchange Plaza, NAC & City Hall.
  • Public transport
    LRT- Parliament Station
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Sunday evenings are frequently praised by guests for a lovely celebratory dinner, and Friday nights are often highlighted for an excellent bar/date-night experience.

Yes, guests report it was easy for a wheelchair to enter and there was decent space around the tables at Riviera.

Guests often describe generous, shareable starters (like mushrooms on toast) and hearty mains, several reviews note large portions, including a sizable duck and a "mountain" of fries with steak frites.

Yes, Riviera is a popular choice for date nights and anniversaries, with many guests celebrating special occasions and praising the attentive service and memorable meals.

Yes, the restaurant asks guests to call 613-233-6262 for timing or accommodation requests (reservations may be time‑restricted and you should check your reservation email), and guests report the team has thoughtfully accommodated allergies.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, and many guests dress up a touch for anniversaries and other celebrations.

Yes, Riviera accommodates private parties; reviewers note that large groups can be placed in a private room and the restaurant's information confirms private parties are allowed.

Riviera gets lively during peak dinner service, guests report it being surprisingly busy on Monday nights and buzzing on some Thursday evenings, and the dining room often calms down later in the evening.

For a calmer visit, try Riviera on a Sunday evening when guests note attentive, expedient service; if you prefer a livelier night, Thursday dinner often arrives buzzy early in the evening.

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Riviera

4.7
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian
Downtown

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 58 times today
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