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November 4, 2025

Chesterfields Gastro Pub Ottawa Review – Exceptional Brunch and Perfectly Cooked Eggs – Average EV Score: 7/10

Located in Hintonburg, Chesterfields Gastro Pub has earned a strong reputation as one of Ottawa’s most popular brunch destinations — and after visiting, it’s easy to see why. The restaurant is known for its creative menu, friendly staff, and consistently high-quality dishes that show real care from the kitchen.

We visited on a weekday morning, and it wasn’t busy at all, which made for a relaxed experience. However, that’s a stark contrast to weekends, when there are usually long lines to get in. It’s important to note that they don’t take reservations, so if you plan to go on a weekend, arrive early or be prepared to wait.

Pub, Brunch/Breakfast

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October 30, 2025

Hintonburg Public House Review – Memorable Burger but Disappointing Fries – Average EV Score: 6.3/10

Located in Hintonburg, the Hintonburg Public House is a neighbourhood spot that offers a casual atmostphere with a mix of pub staples and rotating specials. Like many restaurants in the area, there’s no dedicated parking, so you’ll need to find a street spot nearby. It’s expected for the neighbourhood, but something to plan for if you’re driving.

Pub

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October 28, 2025

Sea King Seafood Restaurant Merivale Review – Authentic Push Cart Dim Sum Worth Trying – Average EV Score: 5.9/10

Located on Merivale Road, Sea King Seafood Restaurant is one of the few dim sum restaurants in the Ottawa area that still uses push carts. This makes for a nostalgic and efficient experience — as soon as you’re seated, food is already circulating around the room, so you don’t have to wait long before eating.

Chinese

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October 23, 2025

Astoria Gatineau Review – Creative Vegan Cuisine with Standout Dishes and a Few Misses – Average EV Score: 6.4/10

Astoria, located in Gatineau, is one of our favourite vegan restaurants in the area. From the moment you walk in, you notice how nice the space looks, with a modern and comfortable atmosphere. The staff are very friendly, and service comes with the added bonus of being highly attentive to allergies, which shows real care for their patrons.

Vegan

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October 21, 2025

Red Lobster Ottawa (Merivale) Review – Classic Seafood Feast with Mixed Results – Overall EV Score: 7/10

Located on Merivale Road, Red Lobster is a chain that many are familiar with, though in recent years there has been talk about the company facing financial troubles. With that in mind, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect when we walked in.

The first impression was positive: the restaurant has a large dining room with plenty of seating. It wasn’t overly busy when we visited, and service was friendly and attentive. Our server made the experience enjoyable and ensured dishes arrived fairly quickly. Lots of free parking in the large parking lot of the plaza.

Seafood

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October 16, 2025

Meet Noodle Ottawa Review – Hand-Pulled Noodles and Generous Beef Portions – Average EV Score: 8.1/10

Located on Merivale Road in a small plaza, Meet Noodle is one of those places you might easily drive past without noticing. That’s exactly how we stumbled across it — with little expectation going in. To our surprise, it turned out to be a fantastic little spot serving high-quality noodle soups with the kind of care and attention that make you want to come back.

Chinese

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October 14, 2025

Gyubee Japanese BBQ Ottawa Review – Fun Experience, Tender Meats, and a Pricey Feast – Overall EV Score: 7.5/10

Located on Merivale Road in Ottawa, Gyubee is a Japanese BBQ (yakiniku) restaurant where you order unlimited plates of raw meat, grill them yourself at the table, and enjoy as much as you can within the two-hour limit.

Japanese

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October 9, 2025

Golden Ox Noodles Ottawa Review – Tender Pork Belly and Bold Coconut Broth – Average EV Score: 6.4/10

Golden Ox Noodles is a relatively new addition to Ottawa’s dining scene, having only opened a few months ago. It is located right in the heart of Little Italy on Preston Street, an area already known for its concentration of restaurants. The space replaced an Indian restaurant, and while it hasn’t been around long, it already feels like a nice addition to the neighbourhood.

Asian

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October 7, 2025

Chelsea Pub Review – Relaxed Vibe, Friendly Service, and a Standout Burger – Average EV Score: 6.2/10

Located in the heart of Chelsea, Quebec, the Chelsea Pub has long been a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. Situated just a short distance from Gatineau Park, it naturally attracts a steady stream of runners, bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts who stop in for a drink and a meal after enjoying the park’s trails. It has become a kind of community hub — a place where you can relax, chat with friends, and enjoy food that is a notch above what you might expect from a typical pub.

Pub

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October 2, 2025

Datsun Ottawa Review – Honest Look at Trendy Décor and Disappointing Flavours – Average EV Score: 5.4/10

Located on Elgin Street in Ottawa, Datsun is one of the city’s well-known restaurants that attracts crowds for its trendy décor and creative spin on Asian-inspired dishes. The space has lots of seating, and the decor is modern and stylish, making it feel like one of the more polished dining rooms in the area.

Asian

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