Ottawa's Tastiest Week of the Year
Ottawa's restaurant week has long been one of the most anticipated events on the local dining calendar, and Capital City Bites keeps delivering on that promise. For a limited time, some of the city's best restaurants offer special prix fixe menus at set prices, making it the ideal opportunity to splurge on a meal you might otherwise have saved for a special occasion, or to simply explore a neighbourhood you haven't visited in a while.
The event, promoted by Ottawa Tourism, is designed to celebrate the depth and diversity of Ottawa's culinary scene. From farm-to-table spots in Westboro to lively bistros in the ByWard Market, Capital City Bites brings together restaurants from across the city under one delicious banner.
How It Works
The concept is simple: participating restaurants create special multi-course menus at a fixed price point, giving diners a chance to experience tasting menus and chef's specials that wouldn't normally be on the regular menu. It's a win for curious diners and a win for local restaurants looking to fill seats and showcase what they do best.
Ottawa Tourism publishes a full guide to participating restaurants on their website, including cuisine types, neighbourhoods, and pricing, so you can plan your week like the devoted food lover you are.
Tips for Making the Most of It
Book early. Capital City Bites draws serious Ottawa food fans, and the most popular restaurants fill up fast. Check the Ottawa Tourism website as soon as the participating restaurant list drops, and don't wait until the last minute to make reservations.
Consider trying somewhere new. It's tempting to go back to a favourite, but restaurant week is the perfect low-risk time to try that place you've been curious about. The prix fixe format means you're getting a curated experience, and the fixed price takes the sting out of exploring somewhere unfamiliar.
Bring a friend, or several. Restaurant weeks are better with company, and many of the special menus are designed for sharing.
Why Ottawa's Restaurant Scene Keeps Getting Better
Capital City Bites is a showcase moment for a dining scene that's been quietly maturing for years. Ottawa chefs are increasingly ambitious, local ingredients from the Ottawa Valley and surrounding farms are showing up on menus across the city, and new cuisines continue to enrich the mix.
For full details on participating restaurants, dates, and pricing, visit Ottawa Tourism's website. Your taste buds will thank you.
Source: Ottawa Tourism
