5 Must-Try Manotick Restaurants

Manotick certainly isn't lacking in culinary hotspots - locals have always known that some great food is available right in their backyard. If you're looking to see what Manotick's culinary scene has to offer, check out these 5 must try restaurants.

Mussels

Babbos Cucina Italiana

1160 Beaverwood Road, Manotick Mews

Another authentic Italian experience awaits you at Babbos Cucina, located in the heart of Manotick. Family-owned and operated, Babbos Cucina is the perfect spot for a romantic evening for two or to celebrate a special occasion. Boasting a menu with a twist on traditional Italian cuisine - including agnolotti, pappardelle eleni, and linguine vongole to name a few - Babbos prides themselves on good quality and their attentive service.

Bonus: You can enjoy Babbos home cooking in the comfort of your own home as their full menu is available for takeout.

Eating outside on patio

Black Dog Bistro

5540 Manotick Main Street

Black Dog Bistro is another restaurant conveniently located in the heart of Manotick, featuring great food with a warm, cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Impeccable service, reasonably priced selections, and rotating selection of guest beers are all hallmarks of Black Dog and why guests continue coming back. Restaurant favourites include the 'AAA' Canadian centre cut finished striploin, salmon with lemon dill caper shallot compound butter, and the Coq au Vin.

Voted Ottawa's favourite restaurant in 2016 by Faces Magazine, you know you're in for a treat at Black Dog.

The Vault Bistro Menu

The VAULT Bistro

5539 Manotick Main Street

The VAULT Bistro, a safe house for good times and fine food fusions, brings new life to a former bank in the heart of Manotick. Once a building where residents deposited their life savings, the VAULT now deals in the currency of culinary delights. Treat yourself to globally inspired flavours, traditional dishes and familiar favourites in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

Focused on fresh and delicious ingredients, The VAULT offers a range of meat, seafood and vegetarian options, including a selection of tapas, fine wines and locally crafted beer.

CreekSide Bar & Grill

5511 Manotick Main Street

Conveniently located on the shores of Manotick's famous Rideau River, CreekSide Bar & Grill is known by locals as the place to go for great food and good friends. Whether you're looking for a delicious casual meal with the family or want to catch the latest game, the staff at CreekSide never fail to deliver on exceptional service or going above and beyond to make your night a special one.

If you're a late riser, you'll be happy to know that you can order a CreekSide breakfast until 2:00 pm (you should definitely try the Canadian Benedict) and their Meat Lovers Pizza will satisfy any carnivores out there.

Food at the Mill Tavern

The Mill Tavern

5544 Manotick Main Street

A Manotick Main Street staple, The Mill Tavern combines the traditional comforts of a classic UK corner pub with delectable dishes and outstanding service. The courteous staff will keep you coming back for more, as you enjoy creative adaptations of quintessential pub fare along with signature entrees cooked up by the Tavern’s in-house chef.

Belly up to a great meal during the day—or let your hair down after dark at one of Manotick’s only stops for late-night fun—and discover good food, good people and good times at The Mill Tavern.

Take a walk to your favourite spot

One of the best things about living in Mahogany is Manotick Village is within walking distance. That means all its great restaurants, shops and attractions are only a few minutes away. And now’s your chance to call Mahogany home – Phase 3 is on sale!

Choose from Single Family Homes, Bungalows, and Bungalow Townhomes in a community with more of what you love. Need help choosing a floorplan? Take a tour of five unique Model Homes in Mahogany. Visit the Sales Centre at 108 Moretto Court in Manotick to arrange your in-person viewing, or explore our Model Homes online and take a virtual tour.

View All Articles

Buy in Canada

Multi-Generational Homes in Mahogany, Manotick

A unique community with floorplans that can accommodate families of all sizes. Mahogany, Manotick, has plenty of space for both large and multi-generational families.

Buy in Canada

Connect to the nature of Mahogany

Mahogany has plenty of natural outdoor spaces to enjoy, plus, there’s plenty more to discover and learn just minutes from the community.