Ratatouille Bistro
278 Dalhousie St, Ottawa, ON K1N 7E6, Canada
Phone: (613) 695-5785
Website: http://www.ratatouillebistro.ca/
Ratatouille Bistro in Ottawa is a 4.7-star French restaurant with 937 Google reviews, known for Pork Belly Gnocchi and Tuna Tartare.
Why we love it
- French with Bistro fare
- Located near Near Murray St and Clarence St
- Cozy atmosphere, tasteful decor, warm and welcoming
- Attentive service with knowledgeable staff
- French with Bistro fare
- Located near Near Murray St and Clarence St
- Cozy atmosphere, tasteful decor, warm and welcoming
- Attentive service with knowledgeable staff
What to Order
Pork Belly Gnocchi
This dish features melt-in-your-mouth tender pork belly paired with creamy gnocchi, creating a rich and satisfying combination.
"The pork was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the creamy gnocchi tied everything together beautifully. I had never seen that combination before, but now I can’t believe more places don’t serve it."
Naz Sassine
Tuna Tartare
An exceptional tuna tartare served on crostinis, featuring marinated tuna balanced with a lightly sweet guacamole base that has just the right amount of heat.
"The biggest surprise of the night was the tuna tartare. I consider myself something of a tartare connoisseur, and this one was exceptional. The lightly sweet guacamole base had just the right amount of heat, and the marinated tuna balanced beautifully with it."
Naz Sassine
Onglet Steak Frites with Foie Gras
A perfectly cooked onglet steak served with crisp frites, garlic aioli, and rich, silky foie gras, complemented by refreshing pickled vegetables.
"The steak was perfectly cooked and well-portioned, and the foie gras was a wonderful companion, rich, silky, and balanced. The fries were crisp and came with a delicious garlic aioli."
Naz Sassine
Eggs Benedict (with herb scones)
A standout brunch item featuring perfectly cooked eggs benedict served on delicious herb scones, often accompanied by crispy potatoes and a refreshing side salad.
"My favourite brunch spot in the city! Big fan of the salmon benedict with their delicious herb scones and crispy potatoes."
Cecil
Smashed Potatoes
A highly praised side dish, these smashed potatoes are described as being incredibly good and a superior alternative to traditional home fries.
"The salad is refreshing, the smashed potato is better than any home fries, and the brisket benny was insane."
Dina Mirkhoshkho
Oxtail Ragu
A flavorful oxtail ragu enhanced by rosemary bread crumbs, which perfectly complement the dish.
"Good service and good food loved the oxtail ragu so much and I also loved the rosemary bread crumbs on the oxtail ragu it’s compliment the food well."
Adebayo Akeem
Inside Scoop
- Reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends, as the bistro is often busy.
- The restaurant is not large but makes excellent use of its space, providing plenty of seating without feeling cramped.
- While there's no full bar, they still offer excellent drink options.
- The staff are known for being knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the food and history of the place.
- Portions, especially for brunch, are generally large and satisfying.