Absinthe - Ottawa

The food was excellent! Hogan, our server, was fantastic. His knowledge of the food and wine was outstanding, and he was very professional and personable. This is now our favorite restaurant in Ottawa.

Dinner for 8 at Absinthe last night was so wonderfully memorable. Our server sommelier, Patrick, was attentive, friendly, and caring. Food was delicious, without exception. I had a three-course meal (tartare, soup, and mushroom cannelloni and added a wine pairing for 33$. What a deal. Pairings were spot on and really complimented the meal. I knocked over three (count em': three drinks during our evening, all by accident and all water, but still! Never in my life have I ever been such a klutz. I was mortified (and no, not drunk!! . The staff were swift to help clean up and were so understanding and kind. I would have thrown myself out of the restaurant after the second one. God. Can't take me anywhere. Dessert was sweet and satisfying. Lemon tart was perfectly pucker-inducing and the churro plate was just plain ridiculous. We ended the evening with an absinthe flight, which was such a neat experience and a great way to end the night. Thanks to the kitchen and serving staff for their warm hospitality and enviable cooking skills!

Great establishment. The atmosphere was nice, if a bit bland, but the music was nice. The staff was great, very attentive, pleasant and helpful. And the food was delicious with a simple, well focused menu. Only complaint was that it may have been slightly overpriced, but still an all around good experience and I would go back again.

Excellent food, superior service, our server’s knowledge of food and drink A+.

Steak Frites Beet Salad were awesome!! Out of 6 visits to Ottawa in 2016, this place was the best place!