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Gitanes, Ottawa, ON

Gitanes

4.7
4.7
607 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
French

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2 people
22:00
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Neighbourhood gem
At Gitanes we serve French cuisine using Canadian ingredients. Seafood off the raw bar is fresh and sustainably sourced. A local favourite in Ottawa fine dining known for the romantic ambiance, chef-driven menu and extensive wine cellar.

For the full experience try the tasting menu with wine pairings. Book the Chef's Table for a deep dive into our culinary program with chef Mitch Lacombe.

Patio is open! Join us on the terrasse for al fresco dining.

Find us in Centretown on lively Elgin Street, tucked down the ramp. Street parking available.

À bientôt!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Wine Bar, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (613) 562-0699
  • Website
    https://www.gitanes.co/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Mitch Lacombe
  • Private party facilities
    Inquire at info@gitanes.co for large group bookings and buyouts. Large groups of up to 30 can be accommodated in our back room. Our restaurant can accommodate a 55 person indoor buyout, and the patio can be used for additional capacity.

Experiences

  • Chef's Tasting

    CA$145.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The Chef’s Table is a lively kitchen-side immersive dining experience that is cooked and served by our Kitchen team. Advance notice of allergies & dietary restrictions is required. This is a 2-3 hour experience. Standard cancellation policy applies.
    Chef's Tasting photo

  • Tasting Menu

    CA$105.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    A wonderful introduction to Gitanes restaurant. A curated offering from our current seasonal menu. Minimum requirement of 2 guests.
    Tasting Menu photo

  • Group Menu - 3 Course Share Plates

    CA$85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    At $85 per person we can arrange a beautiful 3 course dinner plated in a family-style sharing format. Please note this experience is not dairy free or suitable for plant based diets. *We require a pre-fix menu selection for parties of 9 or more. We do not have our à la carte menu available to large groups. *The reservation time limit is 3 hours. *With no show or cancellation with less than a 48 hours notice, you will be charged $35 per person.
    Group Menu - 3 Course Share Plates photo

Menu

Fruits De Mer

  • SEAFOOD PLATTER

    • S CA$120.00
    • L CA$215.00

  • ½ DOZEN OYSTERSCA$23.00

    • RAZOR CLAMSCA$22.00

      pear, buttermilk, ramps

      • CHILLED MUSSELSCA$23.00

        saffron aioli, espelette pepper

        • ½ LOBSTERCA$40.00

          calamansi beurre blanc

          • SNOW CRABCA$40.00

            malt vinegar aioli

            • CAVIAR SERVICECA$120.00

              meyer lemon crème fraiche, brioche

              Starters

              • WARM BRIOCHE, BROWN CULTURED BUTTER CA$10.00

                • KING FISH CRUDO, KUMQUAT KOSHO, SHISO CA$27.00

                  • BEEF TARTARE, HORSERADISH, GOUGÈRES CA$27.00

                    • SHAVED COPPA, LINDSAY GOAT CHEDDAR, HAZELNUT, BROWN BUTTER CA$24.00

                      • LETTUCE GREENS, TÊTE DE MOINE, GODDESS DRESSING, ALMOND GREMOLATA CA$22.00

                        • FRENCH ONION SOUP, GRUYERE, BONE MARROW CA$24.00

                          • CELERY ROOT PICCATA, LIONS MANE, PINE NUTS CA$26.00

                            • CRAB SPAGHETTI CA$34.00

                              Mains

                              • HALIBUTCA$55.00

                                sauce vierge, watercress

                                • PORK CHOPCA$48.00

                                  apple, mustard jus

                                  • LAMB SADDLECA$50.00

                                    arugula, bagna cauda

                                    • STEAK FRITESCA$45.00

                                      TASTING MENU 105

                                      Wine pairing available

                                        Add-Ons

                                        BLACK TRUFFLE 16 • CAVIAR SPOON 24 • FOIE GRAS 23

                                          Desserts

                                          • RASPBERRY TARTCA$15.00

                                            • PROFITEROLES GLACÉESCA$15.00

                                              • FOIE SUNDAE CA$21.00

                                                Last updated: 11 July 2024

                                                What 607 people are saying

                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                4.7
                                                4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                • 4.7Food
                                                • 4.9Service
                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                • 4.5Value

                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                Diners' Choice Awards

                                                • Ottawa

                                                  Great for fine wines

                                                • Ottawa

                                                  Great for fine wines

                                                Review summary

                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                Gitanes offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and service" and a "wonderful atmosphere." Guests praise the "best steak frites in the city" and the "incredible chef's table" experience. While some note higher prices, the "delicious" dishes and "attentive" service make it worth it. Perfect for special occasions.

                                                607 Reviews

                                                1. Michelle

                                                  Calgary

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  The service was amazing. Food quality was also outstanding. Highly recommended

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                                                2. Susan

                                                  Ottawa

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Gitanes while celebrating our dinner as newlyweds. The Food & Service were exceptional, and we were treated like royalty. A very memorable evening we will cherish forever!! I highly recommend them for your next dining-out adventure.

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                                                3. Laurie

                                                  Ottawa

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Dining at Gitanes is always a delightful experience, beginning with a warm welcome at the door. The dishes are creative and delicious. The servers are knowledgeable about the menu and thoughtful about accommodating any allergies. We enjoyed the Endive Salad and the Halibut Cheeks Piccata as tasty and generous starters which could easily be shared. Followed by the Thursday night special steak frites, adding the shaved black truffle on top which smelled and tasted delicious. The duck breast was very tasty and the addition of the Pommes Aligot was decadent. And although we didn’t think we had room for dessert, the pot au chocolate with madeleines was irresistible. Highly recommended for a night out.

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                                                4. Christine

                                                  Montreal

                                                  14 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  14 reviews

                                                  Dined on 5 November 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Our first experience at Gitanes was fantastic. Andrew, our server, was excellent and the food outstanding. Thank you for this nice discovery...we will be back for sure!
                                                  GitanesResponded on 8 November 2024
                                                  Thanks for the feedback Christine - Andrew says hello! You were a pleasure to host

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                                                5. Francois

                                                  Ottawa

                                                  1 review

                                                  2.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                  2. Food 2
                                                  3. Service 3
                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                  La plus part des énoncés à la carte ne sont pas les bons par exemple le fameux aligot (purée qui doit contenir de la tomme) et juste une purée normale sans particularités. Le homard qui doit être servit avec du caviar n’en n’avait pas. Il est impossible d’avoir du pain il faut opter pour une focaccia au fromage à la carte. Les portions sont petites et le rapport qualité prix n’est pas au rendez-vous malheureusement

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                                                6. Caroline

                                                  New York City

                                                  14 reviews

                                                  vip
                                                  5.0

                                                  14 reviews

                                                  Dined on 1 November 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  The entire experience was outstanding. The wine pairing perfectly complemented each course of the tasting menu. Great ambience.

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                                                7. OpenTable Diner

                                                  Ottawa

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on 31 October 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  AMAZING. The steak frites never disappoints and we had a phenomenal server :)

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                                                8. Linda

                                                  Ottawa

                                                  19 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  19 reviews

                                                  Dined on 31 October 2024

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  What a pleasant surprise to visit this gem for the first time. We had heard good things about the steak frites but little did we know that it would be the Thursday night special. Best deal in town at $30. The service was excellent and we liked the vibe of the place. And, the glassware was exquisite, even the water glasses. Can't wait to return.
                                                  GitanesResponded on 1 November 2024
                                                  A pleasure to host you last night Linda! We're glad you got to visit on 'Steak Frites & Vin' - our date night special every Thursday. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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                                                9. Emalie

                                                  Ottawa

                                                  4 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  4 reviews

                                                  Dined on 27 October 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Wonderful dinner out with friends. Our service was very pleasant. Our server and sommelier explained all of our options for the amazing menu. We opted for the Chef's Tasting Menu with wine pairing. It did not disappoint! The dishes were so unique, flavourful and we all left very full and satisfied. Would definitely recommend for a special occasion and one of the best dining experiences in Ottawa.
                                                  GitanesResponded on 1 November 2024
                                                  Thank you for the kind words Emalie! It was a pleasure to host your group and share our Nouveau and Prestige wine pairings for your tasting menu. Wishing you all the best and perhaps we look forward to perhaps hosting you again the future. Cheers

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                                                10. Gilda

                                                  Ottawa

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  Dined on 19 October 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Since its original opening 5 or 6 years ago, Gitanes has been my favourite restaurant in Ottawa. The staff is pleasant and hospitable, and the food is perfect. Thank you for a wonderful evening!

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                                                Gitanes is rated 4.7 stars by 607 OpenTable diners.

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                                                2 people
                                                22:00
                                                Booked 8 times today
                                                Experiences are available.
                                                Google Map for Gitanes

                                                361 Elgin Street, Unit 6, Ottawa, ON K2P 1M7

                                                Additional information

                                                • Cross Street
                                                  Elgin Street, between Frank and Waverly.
                                                • Area
                                                  Downtown
                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                  Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–12:00 am
                                                • Price
                                                  CAN$51 and over
                                                • Cuisines
                                                  French, Wine Bar, Seafood
                                                • Dining style
                                                  Casual Dining
                                                • Dress code
                                                  Casual Dress
                                                • Parking details
                                                  Street Parking
                                                • Payment Options
                                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                • Executive Chef
                                                  Mitch Lacombe
                                                • Additional
                                                  Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                • Website
                                                  https://www.gitanes.co/
                                                • Phone number
                                                  (613) 562-0699
                                                • Private party facilities
                                                  Inquire at info@gitanes.co for large group bookings and buyouts. Large groups of up to 30 can be accommodated in our back room. Our restaurant can accommodate a 55 person indoor buyout, and the patio can be used for additional capacity.
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