Ember
92 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 7B5, Canada
Phone: (613) 562-4700
Website: https://emberottawa.com/
Ember in Ottawa is a 4.6-star restaurant with 328 Google reviews, known for Beef Cheek Pizza and Crispy Tuna.
Why we love it
- Modern Canadian with Mediterranean and Italian influences
- Vibrant atmosphere, attentive service, excellent cocktails
- Upscale casual with a focus on shared plates
- Modern Canadian with Mediterranean and Italian influences
- Located nearby
- Vibrant atmosphere, attentive service, excellent cocktails
- Upscale casual with a focus on shared plates
What to Order
Beef Cheek Pizza
A wood-fired pizza featuring tender beef cheek, praised for its unique and perfectly suited crust.
"I just don't know how they do the crust but it is perfectly suited for this pizza."
Rob Brown
Crispy Tuna
A spicy and crispy tuna dish, often served in sets, noted for its fresh taste and delightful texture.
"The spicy crispy tuna (my personal favourite)."
David Wilson
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
These Brussels sprouts are a surprising hit, even for those who typically dislike the vegetable, lauded for being exceptionally delicious.
"The Brussels sprouts were honestly, the best Brussels sprouts I’ve ever had and I don't like Brussel sprouts."
David Wilson
Salmon Crudo
A fresh and flavorful salmon crudo, often highlighted as one of the best, with a perfect balance of ingredients.
"Salmon Crudo (which was the best I've ever had)."
A K
N'duja Rigatoni
A rigatoni pasta dish featuring N'duja, known for its satisfying heat and rich flavor.
"I highly recommend the n’duja rigatoni & the after eight espresso martini!"
Erin McGillicuddy
Truffle Fries
Exceptionally good truffle parmesan herb fries, often described as unbelievably delicious and a must-try side.
"Truffle Fries (so exceptionally good!)."
David Wilson
Eggplant Dip
A flavorful eggplant dip, served with hot bread, making for a fantastic start to the meal.
"The eggplant dish as app with the hot bread was a fantastic start to the experience."
Eric Sicotte
Espresso Martini
A well-crafted cocktail, often praised for being delicious and a perfect end to the meal.
"In love with my espresso martini. 10/10"
Katy Ahadpour
Inside Scoop
- The restaurant is very accommodating for dietary restrictions, including celiac disease, with a dedicated gluten-free fryer.
- Be aware that seating near the entrance, especially at the bar, can be chilly due to drafts in colder weather.
- Service can be inconsistent, with some guests experiencing long waits or unacknowledged reservations.
- The music can be quite loud, making conversation at your table challenging at times.
- Consider asking for Josh or Cody for excellent service, or Eli or Jonah if sitting at the bar.