Ottawa's jewellery scene runs from decades-old family shops to newer custom studios, many with their own goldsmiths and gemologists on site. This list was put together from business websites, Google Business listings, and aggregated customer review platforms such as Birdeye and TrustAnalytica, checked in August 2026 to confirm each shop is still operating in or serving the Ottawa area.
1. Magpie Jewellery
Area: Westboro, the Glebe, and Sussex Drive · Specialty: custom design and engagement rings · Rating: 4.8 (218 reviews, aggregated on Birdeye)
Magpie has been part of Ottawa's jewellery scene for decades and runs its custom design, gemology, and goldsmith work in house across its Westboro, Glebe, and Sussex Drive locations. Reviewers consistently point to the design consultations and the ability to rework family stones into new settings, and the shop carries both natural and lab grown diamonds.
2. La Maison d'Or Jewellers
Area: Orléans, 110 Place d'Orléans Drive · Specialty: engagement rings and bridal jewellery · Rating: 4.9 on Google (557 reviews)
La Maison d'Or has been trading in Orléans for more than 75 years and has built its reputation on old-world, in-person hospitality rather than a big-box sales floor. Customers frequently mention multi-generational relationships with the store and staff who take time over each piece, making it a fit for buyers who want a slower, relationship-driven experience.
3. True Bijoux
Area: downtown, Sparks Street · Specialty: engagement rings and bridal jewellery with an on-site goldsmith · Rating: 4.9 on Google (292 reviews)
This downtown shop keeps a goldsmith on site and stocks one of the larger wedding band and bridal selections in the core, alongside vintage, diamond, and lab grown diamond pieces. Reviewers highlight the patience of the staff through the full selection process, which makes it a solid stop for couples who want to browse in person before committing.
4. Disegno Fine Jewellery
Area: ByWard Market, 100 Murray Street · Specialty: custom design with fine gemstones · Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews) · Since: 1992
Disegno has run its ByWard Market boutique since 1992 under a trained jeweller and certified gemologist, and it leans toward one-of-a-kind commissions rather than off-the-shelf pieces. It suits shoppers who already have a stone or an idea in mind and want a designer who will build around it rather than steer them toward an existing collection.
5. Goldform Manufacturing Jewellers
Area: Hintonburg, 161 Holland Avenue · Specialty: manufacturing, custom design, and repairs · Rating: 5.0 on Google (196 reviews) · Since: 1977
Goldform has manufactured and repaired jewellery on Holland Avenue since 1977 and holds an A+ Better Business Bureau rating. Reviewers repeatedly call out fast turnaround on repairs and resizing, sometimes within a week, which makes it a practical choice for anyone who needs work done quickly rather than a from-scratch custom build.
6. Vero Diamonds
Area: downtown, 135 Laurier Avenue West · Specialty: custom engagement rings made in-studio · Rating: 5.0 on Google (384 reviews)
Vero Diamonds makes its rings from start to finish in its own Ottawa studio and offers both in-person and virtual consultations for clients on either side of the river. Customers describe the process as unhurried and personal, which makes it a good match for buyers who want to be involved in the design rather than pick from a case.
7. Farrah Fine Jewellers
Area: Kanata, 499 Terry Fox Drive · Specialty: custom design and on-site repairs · Rating: 4.9 (460+ reviews) · Since: 1949
Farrah Fine Jewellers traces back to 1949 and is now run by Farhat Ainuddin and her daughter Sarah, with master goldsmiths on staff who bring decades of repair experience. It is a strong option for west-end and Kanata shoppers who want custom work and restoration handled at the same counter rather than shipped out.
8. Howard Fine Jewellers
Area: downtown, 1 Rideau Street · Specialty: diamond and gemstone rings, plus watch sales and service · Rating: 4.6 (423 reviews, Birdeye) · Since: 1967
Family owned since 1967 and BBB accredited since 1969, Howard Fine Jewellers pairs custom ring design with an official Rolex and Tudor retail counter and an on-site watch lab. It suits buyers who want a single stop for both an engagement ring and watch servicing in the downtown core.
9. Davidson's Jewellers
Area: the Glebe, 790 Bank Street · Specialty: engagement rings and custom design with Canadian diamonds · Rating: 4.9 on Google (147 reviews)
Davidson's has been independently owned in the Glebe for more than 70 years and works with Canadian diamonds alongside custom design and on-site repair. Reviewers point to professional, low-pressure staff, which makes it a comfortable option for first-time engagement ring buyers.
10. Spence Diamonds
Area: downtown, CF Rideau Centre, 50 Rideau Street · Specialty: diamond engagement rings made in Canada · Rating: 3.8 on Google (146 reviews)
Spence Diamonds is a national chain with a Rideau Centre location, and its rings are made in Canada rather than sourced from third-party manufacturers. Reviewers describe a pressure-free showroom where staff work within a stated budget, which makes it useful for shoppers who want a straightforward, no-haggle experience over a fully custom build.
How We Built This List
This list was compiled from public web sources, business websites, and aggregated customer reviews on platforms including Google Business listings, Birdeye, and TrustAnalytica. It is not a paid placement and no business on it paid for inclusion or placement. It was last reviewed in August 2026. Ratings and review counts reflect what was visible at the time of research and can change as new reviews come in, so check each business's current listing before visiting.
Sources: Ottawa's Best Custom Jeweller | Magpie Jewellery, La Maison d'Or Jewellers, True Bijoux, Disegno Fine Jewellery, Goldform Manufacturing Jewellers, Vero Diamonds, Farrah Fine Jewellers, Howard Fine Jewellers, Davidson's Jewellers, Spence Diamonds Ottawa.
