5 Black-Owned Ottawa Restaurants Worth Discovering Every Month
Black History Month shines a well-deserved spotlight on Black-owned businesses — but the best reason to visit these Ottawa restaurants isn't the calendar. It's the food.
Ottawa Tourism has highlighted five Black-owned restaurants that are genuinely excellent, every day of the year. Here's where to go.
1. Blue Nile Ottawa (@bluenile_ottawa)
A beloved spot for Ethiopian cuisine in Ottawa. The injera-based sharing platters are generous, flavourful, and perfect for groups. One of the city's most unique dining experiences.
2. YKO Chicken & BBQ (@yko_chicken_bbq)
Caribbean-inspired grilled chicken and BBQ that hits all the right notes — smoky, tender, and deeply satisfying. A must-visit for anyone who loves properly seasoned meat.
3. D'Afrique Restaurant (@dafriquerestaurant)
West African cuisine done with authenticity and care. Expect bold spicing, hearty portions, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
4. Suya Palace (@suyapalace)
West African suya (spiced grilled meat skewers) and more, bringing the flavours of Lagos and Abuja to Ottawa. A standout for its distinctive seasoning and street-food spirit.
5. Pilipili Ottawa (@pilipiliottawa)
A Congolese and African restaurant that brings together the culinary traditions of Central Africa with a warm Ottawa welcome. The muamba chicken and grilled fish are exceptional.
Ottawa's food scene is richer and more diverse than many people realize. These five restaurants are a great place to start — or to return to again and again.
Highlighted by Ottawa Tourism. Follow @ottawatourism for more local discoveries.
