Looking for Ottawa date spots? Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to try something new on your night out. Here are 4 of Ottawa’s top spots for a romantic, upscale and relaxed V-Day date.
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Giovanni’s Ristorante
If you’re looking for a romantic touch, then nothing compares to Italian. Giovanni’s Ristorante serves fine Italian Cuisine at their elegant establishment right in the heart of Little Italy.
White linens, red roses, fine wine and Italian music all make Giovanni’s one of the best date spots Ottawa has to offer. To top it off, their menu ranges from fantastic appetizers and pasta to specialty seafood and meats.
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Albion Rooms
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Nestled right beside the Rideau centre, and just a minute’s walk from the Rideau Canal, The Albion Rooms is a charming and historically laden spot that dates back to 1870 when it was the old Albion Hotel. Today, it’s become a relaxed and sophisticated dining spot for those who know where to find it. Its menu and dining experience hold to tradition, serving ‘farm to fork’ dining options, along with a variety of craft beers from Ontario and craft cocktails.
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Cabotto’s Italian Restaurant
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In the west end for Valentine’s Day? Your options may be smaller, but they’re not limited – especially when it comes to Italian cuisine. Cabotto’s Italian restaurant is Kanata’s fine dining spot located in a charming heritage home built in 1868 just off of Hazeldean road. The aesthetic of this restaurant comes second only to the food, which offers a wide range of pasta, pork, veal, lamb, and many other Italian specialties. It’s the perfect place to get away for a romantic diner in the west end.
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The Shore Club
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If you’re looking for something a bit more contemporary, The Shore Club is Ottawa’s seafood and steak restaurant located in the Westin Hotel, right off the Rideau Canal. After a day downtown, the Shore Club is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the cocktail bar while you wait for your reservation to be called.
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