BEST RATED OTTAWA, ON ITALIAN RESTAURANTS FR

3 Best Italian Restaurants in Ottawa, ON

Name: 3 Best Italian Restaurants in Ottawa, Ontario
Rating: 4.9

Expert-recommended Top 3 Italian Restaurants in Ottawa, ON. All of our italian restaurants actually undergo a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and price - all to ensure overall excellence. You deserve only the best!

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JOHNNY FARINA

5.0

216 Elgin Street,
Ottawa, ON K2P 0C4 Directions

Since 1997

Specialty:

✓ Rigatoni ✓ Penne Johnny Farina ✓ Linguini Pescatore ✓ Prosciutto Rigatoni ✓ Linguini Chicken + Shrimp ✓ Penne Primavera ✓ Gnocchi ✓ Margherita ✓ Pepperoni ✓ Canadian ✓ Shrimp ✓ Scallop and Bacon ✓ Pizza Carbonara ✓ Greco ✓ Funghi Truffle ✓ Genoa ✓ Kichesippi Beer Pie ✓ Basil Pesto Cream ✓ Diavolo ✓ Minestrone ✓ Soup of The Day ✓ Calamari Fritti ✓ Burrata ✓ Bruschetta ✓ Mussels ✓ Arancini Rice Balls ✓ House Made Meatballs ✓ Zucchini Fritti ✓ Shrimp Genovese ✓ Calabrese Wings ✓ Caprese Starter ✓ Stella ✓ Linguini Alfredo

“Johnny Farina is a casual, family-run restaurant with dark wood accents. The restaurant provides a lot of wines, wood-fired pizza, pasta, and classic Italian entrees. They provide over two floors and three rooms in a former movie theatre in Ottawa's trendy Elgin Street district. Situated in the larger of the two original theatres, their dining room has 35-foot ceilings. The restaurant specializes in making pasta fresh every day. The extensive menu offers a wide selection of appetizers and pasta dishes with traditional favourites. They have a private dining room on their second floor for groups of 60 to 80 guests for any special event. Their bar and lounge is a private venue for cocktails ranging from 40 to 120 guests.

2025 Update: Anthony (Tony) Iafelice is the owner, operator and founder of the restaurant. Johnny Farina offers something for everyone through three different atmospheres, Italian-inspired culinary delights, eclectic beverages and genuinely passionate service. Gift certificates are also available at the restaurant.”

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Price:

PASTAS
Lasagna $24
Linguini + Meatballs $25
Rigatoni $26
Penne Primavera $25
Penne Johnny Farina $26

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Ottawa italian restaurant Giovanni's Restaurant

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GIOVANNI'S RESTAURANT

4.9

362 Preston Street,
Ottawa, ON K1S 4M7 Directions

Since 1983

Specialty:

✓ Manicotti ✓ Piatto Assortito ✓ Pennoni ✓ Pappardelle ✓ Lasagna ✓ Penne Mare E Monti ✓ Linguine Alle Vongole ✓ Tagliatelle Verde ✓ Linguine Pescatore ✓ Lobster Ravioli ✓ Gnocchi Della Casa ✓ Spaghetti Alla Carbonara ✓ Cannelloni ✓ Spaghetti Con Polpette ✓ Fettuccine Alfredo ✓ Cacio E Pepe ✓ Tortellini Alla Romanoff ✓ Tagliatelle Nero ✓ Filetto Alla Don Giovanni ✓ Mare E Terra ✓ Assortito Di Mare Per Due ✓ Bistecca Di Vitello Alla Milanese ✓ Polo Toscano ✓ Pollo Belpaese ✓ Vitello Parmigiana ✓ Vitello Al Marsala ✓ Vitello Chef ✓ Involtini Di Vitello ✓ Vitello Alla Genovese ✓ Osso Buco Piemontese ✓ Beef Short Rib

“Giovanni's Restaurant has been the go-to Italian restaurant for over 41years. They have a wide range of the finest cuts of meat, fresh seafood, mouth-watering Pasta, and heavenly desserts. Guests can enjoy the tasty meals with a great ambience. Enjoy the classic Italian pasta recipes, Manicotti, Lasagna, Fettuccine Alfredo, Spaghetti alla carbonara, Pappardelle, and more at affordable prices. The restaurant has a private dining area. Giovanni's restaurant has the perfect menu choices and atmosphere to host your special event.

2025 Update: Chef Tomasz Gurzynski prides himself on his foundation of Education at Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Art Institute in London, England. The restaurant's warm and inviting atmosphere is perfect for a dinner or lunch for two or for large gatherings of up to 60 people. A private room is also available for up to 30 people.”

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Price:

PASTAS
Manicotti $35
Piatto Asso Ritito $38
Pennoni $38
Pappardelle $40
Lasagna $36

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Ottawa italian restaurant Vittoria Trattoria

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VITTORIA TRATTORIA

4.8

3625 Rivergate Way,
Ottawa, ON K1V 2A4 Directions

Since 1996

Specialty:

“Vittoria Trattoria's custom menus and an impressive selection of wines have something for everyone. The restaurant is the perfect spot for cocktail or office parties, wedding brunches, birthdays, and much more. The restaurant provides private rooms and the best services to host all kinds of intimate events or groups of 2 up to 50 people. Vittoria Trattoria can accommodate a party as large as 140 people. They also provide an extensive range of cocktail menus. The restaurant offers gift cards that make excellent gifts for your friends and family.

2025 Update: Harjeet and Stacey are the owners of the restaurant. Vittoria Trattoria offers a wide selection of authentic Italian dishes, complemented by a wine selection of over 600 labels. The restaurant is an open concept dining room with a view of the open kitchen from any seat in the house. The main focal point is the floor-to-ceiling glass wine cellar, which is spectacular. Wheelchair accessibility is available at the restaurant.”

Price:

PASTA
Pescatore $36
Alla Nonna $30
Bolognese $28
Funghi e Pancetta $30
Gorgonzola $30

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