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Vain In Versailles Bistro, Ottawa, ON

Vain In Versailles Bistro

4.4
4.4
109 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary French

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2 people
22:30
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
A new contemporary conscious French Bistro, serving a gluten free forward menu with imaginative cuisine.
We create a matrimony with local and seasonal ingredients and beautiful dishes, thoughtful cocktails and carefully chosen wines and to create stimulating experiences with creative gastronome approaches. Open now from Tuesday-Saturday from 5pm-10/11pm.

Private affairs, bookings and tastings also available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, European, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (613) 695-4505
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Catering available Tuesday-Sunday. Delivery available as well staff for hire to cater and serve for events.
  • Private party facilities
    Entire bistro seats 40-50 people for beautiful private events.

Experiences

  • Monthly Gluten Free Boulangerie Pop Up!

    30 Nov 2024 only
    Available from 11:30-3pm. Drop in and dine OR have your chance to pick up and buy some incredible and fresh: Gluten Free Croissants ( chocolatine available) Gluten Free Artisanal Loaf Gluten Free Eclairs & More feature baked delicious goods and patisserie Aiolis, Confiture Gelee Local/ International/ Natural French Wines
    Monthly Gluten Free Boulangerie Pop Up! photo
  • La Veille de Noël / Christmas Eve at Versailles!

    CA$70.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Célébrez Noël avec une expérience culinaire inoubliable au Versailles. Notre menu festif exclusif rassemble des ingrédients de saison dans un repas raffiné inspiré. Venez partager un moment chaleureux et convivial. // Celebrate Christmas with an unforgettable dining experience at Vain in Versailles. Our exclusive holiday menu at Versailles brings together seasonal ingredients in a beautifully curated feast. Join us for a warm and inviting evening. Prix tout inclus, Remboursement pour annulation jusqu'à 48h a l'avance // Price all included, Refund for cancellation up to 48h in advance
    La Veille de Noël / Christmas Eve at Versailles! photo
  • Holiday Monthly Gluten Free Boulangerie Pop Up!

    28 Dec 2024 only
    Available from 11:30-3pm. Drop in and dine OR have your chance to pick up and buy some incredible and fresh: Gluten Free Croissants ( chocolatine available) Gluten Free Artisanal Loaf Gluten Free Eclairs & More feature baked delicious goods and patisserie Aiolis, Confiture Gelee Local/ International/ Natural French Wines
    Holiday Monthly Gluten Free Boulangerie Pop Up! photo

What 109 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Ottawa

    Innovative

  • Ottawa

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Ottawa

    Healthy

  • Ottawa

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Ottawa

    Innovative

  • Ottawa

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Ottawa

    Healthy

  • Ottawa

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vain In Versailles Bistro is a culinary gem specializing in gluten-free French cuisine. Guests rave about the "excellent quality meals" and "fun cocktails," making it a delightful dining event. Known for "attentive service" and "exceptional food," the bistro offers an intimate atmosphere and inventive dishes. Highly recommended for celiac diners.

109 Reviews
  1. Kim

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice place. Very cute. Too expensive for what is given. Needs more variety of beverages and dairy alternatives for coffee. Tasty food. Loud space.

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  2. Corey

    Toronto

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Another good experience validating the 1st good experience there. Great food, service, and cocktails.

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  3. Emily

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is a must for anyone with celiac disease. The entire menu is gluten free and all the food is delicious. It’s very high end, good quality food so definitely recommend going for special occasions!

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  4. Alain

    Calgary

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place to enjoy a great meal. While the restaurant is 100% gluten free with many Vegan options is not the only reason to go, its just simply great food. The menu varies on a regular basis, so always something new to discover and enjoy. We would definitely be back.

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  5. Kevin

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was exceptional and the service was great. I would highly recommend VIV to anyone. I will definitely be coming back.

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  6. Jeff

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was very good with decent sized portions. Service was excellent.

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  7. Corey

    Toronto

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good attentive service, great cocktails and food, some really incredible gluten free options, and nice ambiance. A lovely discovery.

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  8. Mustapha

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ana was great. Thank you. Brought good memories from back home. Duck confit amazing!

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  9. Anonymous

    Ottawa

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My friends and I enjoyed a lovely luncheon in celebration of both their birthdays. Upon arrival, we were greeted promptly and then seated in the small and intimate dining area which was tastefully appointed. Service was attentive and food was exceptional and good.

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  10. Janet

    New Mexico

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant is cute… I get the vibe they are going for. Nice music. Inventive drinks. But…. tables were too small; felt more like bar tables, making eating dinner feel cramped and the experience underserved. The place is also very dim and the menu was unreadable; small font, faded and poorly typed on cheap colored paper. Food descriptions were limited and very confusing; blend of both French and English language. Most disappointing was the food… the menu was heavy on breaded and fried options. Diners are looking for elevated gf options without worry but not to have bread(ing) as the star of the show. I think they are missing the opportunity to appeal to an underserved population of diners if they continue to deliver this menu. Was expecting to be delighted and was disappointed. Server was super sweet, but did missed serving our appetizer. Wanted to love it, but it fell terribly flat!

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FAQs

Vain In Versailles Bistro is rated 4.4 stars by 109 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
22:30
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Vain In Versailles Bistro

424 Preston St, Ottawa, ON K1S 4N2

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Preston St
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, European, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (613) 695-4505
  • Catering
    Catering available Tuesday-Sunday. Delivery available as well staff for hire to cater and serve for events.
  • Private party facilities
    Entire bistro seats 40-50 people for beautiful private events.
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