4.7
- 4.7Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.8Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
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4.7
Noise • Moderate
Ottawa
Great for creative cocktails
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Ottawa
Great for creative cocktails
Ottawa
Contemporary Canadian
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Most Booked
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18 June 2026
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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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