Its been more than a decade that I've been to this Moxies and they have done some improvements to…read morethe interior. It's brighter and has a lighter feeling than other locations. More creams and lighter oaks used in the dinning room. It was a pleasant and nice change. The fam and I came here for a family get together and it was fine. I do frequent Moxies in other parts of the city frequently so the menu can get a tad tiring as its stayed pretty consistant over the last couple of years with some minor changes. I decided to try the beet salad which was new to the menu. It was large and it was topped with SO SO SOOOOOo many crispy beets, that they were all stained and stuck to my teeth and lips when I went to the restroom. I had no idea. It is not a "date friendly" salad. I also ordered the espresso martini which was $5.00. It was very potent and tasty, but it didn't come with 3 espresso beans on top which is supposed to be for luck. The hubby had the mahi mahi and I tried the mashed potatoes and they were delish. Service was to the point and not overbearing.

TLDR: Good food, nice environment, great service. I usually don't like chains, but I like Moxie's…read more I was meeting up with some friends down by the airport after work and we had lots of catching up to do, so we wanted a place that wouldn't rush us, and was open past 9am. Moxie's fit the bill. I've been to Moxie's before, but only locations in Toronto. They are all kind of the same, which is not a bad thing. The food is consistently good, service is attentive without being intrusive and the ambiance is modern casual. One of my friends was coming from out-of-town and we hadn't seen each other in 7 years, so we were chatting and chatting and the poor server was waiting for us to order. After several attempts she said to close our menus when we were ready to order and she'll take the cue to come over. I thought that was fantastic. And she was super patient with us. I got the Thai Chicken Salad ($25.50). I asked for the salad dressing on the side, and it came as requested. I advised her I was allergic to sesame seeds and poppy seeds and she let me know the manager will come and speak with me, as that is their practice for all allergies. The manager came and let me know that the salad and dressing did not contain sesame or poppy seeds, but there's this crunchy mix they have that they purchase but no longer have the packaging so cannot rule out contact with sesame. We decided that the best option would be to have it on the side and I could visually inspect it and decide whether I wanted to eat it or not. I appreciated their extra attention to allergies. I didn't see any sesame seeds in the crunchy mix, so I added it to my salad (I can tolerate sesame oil, just not actual seeds, so I was confident I'd be fine). I enjoyed the crunchy texture it added. The salad was mostly arugula with maybe some cilantro or other herb. The amount of chicken was very little, but at least it was lean breast meat. It had shredded carrots and red cabbage. Avocado slices, cashews and pumpkin seeds. The dressing was a creamy cashew dressing. I enjoyed the salad. I was going to get some dessert, as I love their mini desserts, especially "bite of brownie" but I was surprisingly too full. My first choice for dining out is always small local independent restaurants. However, I would never object to going to a Moxie's. In fact, I'd say of all the chain restaurants, it's my favourite. Lots of free parking in the plaza parking lot. (103)

Grow theirs own cocktails herb and flowers…read more The patio is charming and so is the interior. The staff is very knowledgeable it's very pleasant to know more about the dishes.

I was SO stoked to finally visit the Moonroom after seven or so years of wanting to go!…read more After a Saturday night at Bluesfest, we waited somewhere else for about half an hour before they told us the kitchen was backed up, so we walked down Preston and I was so glad the Moonroom was still open. We didn't get there until about 12:30am and it was pretty full. We didn't leave until maybe 2:30am and it was still pretty full considering the time. They're not normally open this late, but it seems like a lot of the businesses on Preston decided to stay open later to catch the post-Bluesfest crowd. Good call! We decided to sit inside since there was an empty table, otherwise I would've liked to sit out on their back patio, which looked really pretty with the lights. Inside was a nice vibe though, too. It's small/narrow, dimly lit, with sheets covering the different coloured ceiling lights, and candles on the table. It's very intimate and pretty romantic. We sat close to the bar and there was another party of two beside us. The music was a bit louder so we couldn't really hear the other table's conversations, but not so loud that we couldn't hear each other. They were playing the Bee Gees when we walked (danced) in, so we were really about the jams. My husband got a rotating draught IPA by Daft Brewing, can't remember which one it was. I got the Jill Collins, which had Tanqueray Gin, Affino Limone, fresh lemon and mint, cane syrup, and a Moon soda top. It was super refreshing, bright, and not too sweet, which is exactly what I wanted. We shared/I mostly ate the "OG Grilled Cheese" and "Panzanella-esque Salad". The grilled cheese had aged Balderson and cream cheeses in a crunchy baguette smothered in toasted garlic butter, served with Moon ketchup. It was exactly as described, with very crunchy, buttery garlic bread and creamy cheese. The Moon ketchup is made in-house, thinner and chunkier than processed, store-bought ketchup, with stronger flavours. It was okay, but I didn't need to dip much in the ketchup because I really enjoyed the sandwich and it was on the saltier side itself. Because it was a lot creamier than gooey, I'd say it was more of a sandwich than a grilled cheese, but still very tasty. I really am not a huge fan of salad in general, but I can't complain when it was burrata on top. It also had salty bread, arugula, roasted tomatoes, fresh peaches, herbs, and honey. The peaches were more firm than ripe and juicy, which was good for a salad, though I wish they were a bit sweeter. The burrata wasn't creamy inside like I expected, but I love cheese in any form. I really don't know what possessed me to get salad, especially after a bunch of drinks in the wee hours of the night, but my body thanked me later. Salty, bitter, a little sweet, fresh, and not heavy, even with (more) bread and cheese. It was great. They unfortunately ran out of the affogato, which probably would've convinced my husband to stay longer. Too bad. The vegan dark chocolate gelato from Farinella that they put in it sounded amazing. The beer was $10.50, my cocktail was $19, grilled cheese $16, and salad $17, which was pricey. BUT, the fresh herbs are from their garden on the back patio, they make their own soda and ketchup (among other things), everything was delicious, and even late at night the cocktails and dishes were still well put together and tasted great, plus I finally came here after so long. No regrets! Our server was super nice, same with owner and one of the bartenders, who even popped over and sat with us for a bit to chat. And not in a weird/creepy/in-your-face way lol she was cool. She was the one who greeted us when we came in and said bye to us on our way out. There's no flash photography (I forgot to turn my auto flash off for my salad, sorry!). They're open all week from 5pm to 2am, no reservations, no large groups, and no phone (just stop by). I wasn't sure if it would meet the high expectations and hype I had built up in my head after waiting so long to visit, but it totally did. It's such a nice spot, we had an amazing time, and we will definitely be back!

This was my first time doing a layover at Ottawa Airport and my first visit to the Aspire Lounge --…read moreand I'm pleasantly surprised. The space immediately reminded me of an American Express Centurion Lounge, but without the crowds or the pretentious vibe. It's spacious, modern, and genuinely welcoming. Check‑in was smooth, and the staff were friendly, professional, and efficient. The food selection exceeded my expectations. Everything tasted thoughtfully prepared, with ingredients and presentation well above the typical airport‑lounge standard. If you're flying out of or transiting through Ottawa, I highly recommend stopping by. It's a calm, comfortable oasis in YOW.

Very pleasant lounge close to the gates and near the AC Maple Leaf lounge. Entrance is by Priority…read morePlus Members, Amex Platinum and other lounge programs. Food quality is above average, comfortable seating, clean, alcohol beverages included. Helpful staff. Good view of runway.

The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful, the kind of spot that instantly grabs your attention…read morebecause it's right above the water. The view is stunning and honestly sets such a nice mood. I really wanted to love the food as much as I loved the setting... but it just didn't deliver. Everything tasted like it had been pre-made hours ahead, and I'm not convinced they use many fresh ingredients aside from the salads. The dish I ordered was hands down just salt and oil , no real flavor, nothing fresh or vibrant about it. When I brought the leftovers home and reheated them, even more oil poured out, to the point where it literally turned me off from finishing it. The drinks, though? Delicious. I had the spruce margarita and that was honestly the highlight of the whole meal -- super refreshing and really well-balanced. Overall, beautiful restaurant, amazing views, great drinks... but the food needs some serious improvement for me to go back.

I came here on a Wednesday night in a party of three. We made a reservation and were seated right…read moreaway. We had a great view of the lake. The service was great and the food was delicious! I got the fish tacos and sweet potato fries. I'd definitely recommend coming here for summer patio nights!

Wow! beautifully decorated, great service and delicious food. We got the community bread to start…read moreand it was so tasty. The butter is a browned butter with herbs and it was sooo good- highly recommend. Our table of three got the Butcher's Board to share and WOW! The potatoes were very flavourful and unique- i've never seen mashed potatoes prepared the way they did it and it was so good. The side mushrooms were great too. and the STEAKS! phenomenal! my personal favourite was the smoked rib-eye. the smokey taste was out of this world. I finished off my dinner with a mini creme brûlée and it was excellent. highly recommend this restaurant for your next steakhouse dinner.

The food here is very good ! I came here with people from work and I think we had half of their…read morefood and drink menu because we are all about sharing plates ! The only thing I will say is I didn't read the spring roll closely and took a bite before I realized there was meat! Typically egg rolls will have meat and spring rolls should be vegan so I didn't even bother reading it so I was shocked. That is on me though for not reading closely. Christmas decor is so cute here ! The tree was decorated beautifully

We went here for a family gathering. The price point is manageable, service was great and the…read moreseating and decor are comfortable. Two things I liked and will bring me back are: they are celiac friendly, and, have a 1 to 10 scale for the level of spice you want to have. We are are an extended family with some odd food allergies and food intolerances, so finding a restaurant that makes everyone happy is gold. I did spice level 2. I would try 4 the next time, as my dish ended up being good, but a bit bland. It was the XO dish. The person who had the best experience ordered the Pad Thai, level 10 spice. They found their meal to be perfect. I will note he has a very high heat tolerance. I had some Sashimi to start, and it was perfectly prepared. Decor is brown/black and gold with lots of windows. It's casual, but in a nice way. Overall everyone was happy and we will return.

The service is great, our waitress was attentive and kind. The food however seems to take a long…read moretime to come out and different things come out at different times than others. Ambience is nice, it's pretty inside and on the darker side. The chairs/furniture can use an upgrade. The food unfortunately has not been the same. All the sauces have a similar taste. The pad Thai sauce was so thick and had way too much of it :( Same with the black bean. My daughter ordered a second round of avocado rolls, and it came out in less than a minute and was warm :/ It's heartbreaking because I truly appreciate all the waitresses hard work however I will not be going back.

Allowed us to split a meal and even gave us additional serving to the side dishes…read more Great server cheering and so helpful. It was our first time at any Keg. Good dining experience

I've been going to the Keg all of my life. I've visited various locations in various provinces. The…read moreKeg specializes in steaks but they offer other meal types including vegetarian options. What I enjoy about the Keg is their consistent quality. They've always got my steak cooked the way I like, the taste is always good. They change up their menu once and a while to include new unique additions. This location on Hunt Club road is my favorite in the Ottawa region because of the accessible parking. One thing I had an issue with is that it felt like we were sitting under a cold air conditioner and I felt a cold breeze on us even though it was the middle of winter. It was only a mild annoyance. I would recommend this restaurant and I will return.

Yep. A five star review. Honestly, how could I NOT give this place five stars - it's open from…read more11-11 every day in the summer, has an amazing patio space, sweet staff, and IS A GELATO SHACK. That's right - hidden in Hintonburg, there exists a fairy-lit shack with amazing gelato, Italian coffee and fresh smoothies and juices. The atmosphere is almost as amazing as the gelato - this is perfect date night material. You can customize your cone and sample whatever flavours you want. I ended up going with the raspberry for my first scoop, and the hazelnut chocolate (can't remember the names - they have excellent wordplay on their menu though!). The hazelnut was outstanding. There were pieces of what tasted like Fererro Rocher - yummiest. The raspberry was tangy and refreshing and super good, but the hazelnut was supreme. I can't wait to come back and try all the menu items! They change their flavours often, so there's always a reason to return!

Do you know what's better than finding a cute little summer patio that serves gelato from a tiny…read moreshack until after most Ottawa businesses have closed down for the night... AHEM 9PM!!! NOTHING! Not a goddamn thing! This little shack serving up gelato and barrista quality caffeinated beverages is like a alternative patio oasis for any weary traveler. My lovely colleague (super Ottawa CM Andrea B) and I had just about walked our last disappointed step as we trudged along the rapidly quietening streets of Ottawa in desperate search of some after dinner dessert - when we came upon the brightly lit trees and patio of Trii Lounge! With little hesitation and with absolutely no resistance from the staff, I tried about 4 flavours of fresh made gelato before finally settling on two amazing flavours that went terribly as a pair: Mint Chocolate gelato and Passion Fruit - amazing still all around! I really hope this place becomes super popular, their gelato is ON POINT!! You'd be remiss to not at least sample their wares - go on.. it's summer after all! Eatcrest Out!

Loved everything about it. The food, the drinks, service and ambiance are perfect for a non-stuffy…read morebut top notch dinner!

I've been coming here for over 15 years! From first dates to double dates, 5 à 7 or just…read moreneighbourhood casual meet-ups! I can always count on a great wine selection and tasty bites. Really cozy and good vibes.

The Observatory is run by the Algonquin Students' Association. I've been here once before for an…read moreevent where they had Perez Hilton come in, talk on stage, and sign autographs. A bunch of wooden chairs were set up facing the stage, and Perez gossiped about celebrities for an hour or so, told us how he got to be a famous blogger, answered some questions, signed t-shirts, and dropped as many F-bombs as he possibly could. The bouncers were a little too serious for the nature of the event and the guest of honour. You'd think that they'd lighten up a little considering it was Perez Hilton talking and not a concert or anything, but at least they made sure to keep everything safe and fight-free. Food and alcohol are offered at the Observatory. They are fully licensed and offer Starbucks coffee and a decent selection of sandwiches, salads, pizza, pub-fare, and breakfast, all for affordable prices. For those of you that are Algonquin College students, you can use your meal plan here. They also have couches, TVs, and pool tables if you want to hang out and/or study. It's also available for private rentals when it's not being used for other events. To contact the Observatory directly, here is their information via the website: Paul Norman, The Observatory Manager (613) 727-4723 ext. 5327 or by e-mail at normanp1@algonquincollege.com

I've eaten here three times now, and maybe it's the oil they use to cook their food or something…read moreelse but every time I've stopped by the observatory for food I've been sick right after. I usually get their chicken strips with fries, and it NEVER sits well with me. Sure, they taste good, but after twenty minutes I'm running to the washroom to toss it back up. A friend of mine has had their wrap and quesadillas and even she agrees that there's just something about the food that doesn't sit right in one's stomach. Overall, it's a really nice restaurant space - the fireplace is a nice, cozy touch. The food, however, leaves a bit to be desired. Prices are decent though, and they accept student meal plan, which is why I'm not giving them 1 star out of five.