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Retro Gusto, Ottawa, ON

Retro Gusto

4.8
4.8
510 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Retrogusto is a pizzeria and bar that brings some much needed excitement to the north end of Preston street. We serve a Roman style pizza "Tonda", traditional roman fried snacks, salumi, cheeses and other small plates. Our food will be complimented by a small wine list that will be in constant rotation, strictly Italian classic cocktails, and beautiful amaro's from around Italy. The warm, cozy, dimly lit dining room with an open kitchen will be the perfect place to do the only thing that matters; eat good food, drink good wine and have a good time with friends.

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What 510 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Ottawa

    Best Overall

  • Ottawa

    Best Service

  • Ottawa

    Best Ambience

  • Ottawa

    Italian

  • Ottawa

    Best Overall

  • Ottawa

    Best Service

  • Ottawa

    Best Ambience

  • Ottawa

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Ottawa

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Retro Gusto offers "incredible Italian food" with a focus on pizzas. The "lively, casually hip dining room" provides a vibrant atmosphere, complemented by "exceptional service" from knowledgeable staff. Guests rave about the "delicious pizzas and cocktails" and highlight standout dishes like burrata and tiramisu. A "must-try" for pizza lovers in Ottawa!

510 Reviews

  1. Jessica

    Ottawa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. Service was great! Solid menu. The restaurant was spotless and the attention to detail with the retro decor did not go unnoticed. This is a great quaint, casual, and cozy spot for delicious food and a fun night out. Ottawa foodies are lucky to have this place!

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  2. Tiana

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was incredible and the vibe is always fantastic. A little loud and very busy but on Valentine’s so very understandable.

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  3. Christine

    Naples6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first visit to Retro Gusta. What a nice surprise! Cosy, casual, great food, very authentic. Wish they had a couple of pasta items on the menu along with a gelato option for dessert. Otherwise no complaints at all. Great find!

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  4. Noah

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dishes are always creative and Chris was my server, service was really good

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  5. Chris

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great food, great atmosphere. What more could you ask for.

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  6. Yvette

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I think I’ve found my new favourite pizza restaurant! The mushroom pizza was delicious, thin crust with generous cheese and mushroom toppings, very fresh and their cocktails were amazing!

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  7. BRIGITTE

    Ottawa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing. Service out of this world and food unbelievably tasty!!!!

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  8. Erinn

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service! The pizza was fantastic and the server was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.

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  9. Jason

    Montreal3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service, food, and atmosphere is 15/10! I can't wait to go back for the Prosciutto e Bufala!

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  10. Karen

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, super waiter, Joe, lovely and cozy atmosphere

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FAQs

Retro Gusto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 234-5747.

Retro Gusto is rated 4.8 stars by 510 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
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122 Preston St, Ottawa, ON ON K1R 7P2

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  • Phone number
    (613) 234-5747
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Ison
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