Black Dog Bistro

1184 reviews

5540 Manotick Main St, Manotick, ON K4M 1A6, Canada

www.blackdogbistro.ca

+16136923779

About

Black Dog Bistro is a Restaurant located at 5540 Manotick Main St, Manotick, ON K4M 1A6, Canada. It has received 1184 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 stars.

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Hours

Monday11:30AM-10:30PM
Tuesday11:30AM-10:30PM
Wednesday11:30AM-10:30PM
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday11:30AM-10:30PM
Sunday11:30AM-10:30PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Black Dog Bistro: 5540 Manotick Main St, Manotick, ON K4M 1A6, Canada

  • Black Dog Bistro has 4.6 stars from 1184 reviews

  • Restaurant

  • "Dan was our waiter and he was wonderful"

    "Quaint restaurant in a quaint town (Manotick)"

    "Beware of the online booking system"

    "Refined, renowned small town bistro"

    "This restaurant promises good food but fails to deliver value for money"

Reviews

  • Claudette B

Dan was our waiter and he was wonderful. He was very polite and friendly, and even took the time to ask us all if we had any diet or allergy issues. 3/4 of us had Fish & Chips, which was very good. I recommend that if you don't like lots of salt on your fries, to order them with no salt and add your own. The 4th person in our party had the Mediterranean Chicken Wrap with fries and really enjoyed it. Desserts were delicious, Coconut Cream Pie and the dessert of the day (Nice spongy flan cake with a peach sauce), both were very good. Unfortunately, due yo weather n not having a reservation, we had to sit in the bar area, which was a little loud due to being crowded. They need to invest in a blender for cocktails. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience again.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Fish and Chips, Mediterranean Wrap
Dietary restrictions
No worries, lots of options, and our waiter asked if we had any diet restrictions before we ordered.
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot, Free street parking
Parking
Lots of options for parking
Wheelchair accessibility
Very accessible, ramps, Wheelchair accessible bathroom,

  • May Z

Quaint restaurant in a quaint town (Manotick). No nice views of the water (just the street where loud fire trucks can go by) BUT they do have a patio so you can enjoy the nice outdoor weather. French cuisine. Prices were mid to high (def not cheap eats). The staff were super friendly and service was fast. We ordered the beef short ribs- BEST short ribs I’ve ever had in my life and I’ve eaten a lot of short ribs lol. So so tender and fall off the bone...and the sauce was sweet and sticky. The cut was bit on the fatty side but that’s my kind of cut...I know some people don’t like that at all so worth mentioning. We will be coming back for the short ribs! The beat salad was a “so-so” for me. Not the best portion or flavours for the price. The beef tar tar was delicious with the extra spicy mustard-without it would be bland. It came with shredded boiled egg not a raw yoke on top. I prefer the yoke on top compared to the boiled egg but glad I got to try a different version of beef tar tar. The Portobello mushroom with spinach and artichoke was super yummy -complemented well with the beef tar tar and fresh bread that came with the tar tar. Not pretty to look at but tastes really nice (creamy). Would highly recommend for small groups for lunch and romantic dinner out.

  • Beth Mason

Beware of the online booking system. I booked our dinner reservations online a month in advance assuming we would be in the dining room, white linen tables. No where online does it give any options for dining or pub, leading me to believe we would be seated in the dining room. Imagine how disappointed we were, after waiting 20 minutes for our reservation, to then be put in the noisy pub. NOT the atmosphere we wanted for our annual get together which meant we couldn’t hear each other over the noise! And definitely not what we dressed up for!! The Cheshire Cat’s online reservation will allow you to choose the upstairs or the main floor. Something clearly the Black Dog needs to look into. It spoiled our evening with no attempt made by the owner to explain or make right. We weren’t left with a carafe of water and had to flag down a waitress. Hardly the atmosphere for fine dining!! Won’t be our first choice for dining out again.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 4
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 1
Recommended dishes
Beet Salad
Parking space
Difficult to find parking
Parking
Difficult to find parking. Parking lot is small and very crowded

  • OY CN

Refined, renowned small town bistro. Lovely service upon entering. Comfortable, spacious dining area. It was quite busy when we went but we were able to get a table without a reservation. Our server was Shaylee, and she was very attentive and helpful. Had the Lobster Mac and Cheese, the fish tacos, and chicken wrap, which were all good-sized and tasty. The pokebowl was very big and tasted just as anticipated. The chicken Cobb salad with feta was really impressive. The fried chicken breast with a Buffalo style hot sauce added an interesting aspect to a fresh Cobb salad which had plenty of feta and just enough dressing. I couldn't even finish the serving it was so large! Shared the Peanut Butter cup for dessert and that may have been the best part. It was rich but not too sweet. The meal was not inexpensive but didn't seem overpriced when considering the quality and quantity. We had such a pleasant experience that we bought a gift certificate for our friends that day.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

  • Mike Spence

This restaurant promises good food but fails to deliver value for money. Our experience was lacklustre, and the portions for starters and apps were laughable. If it weren't for the gift card, we would have been very upset. On the upside, the patio seating was delightful. However, our order of shrimp and Manotick fries left much to be desired. We received only 4 medium shrimp and a handful of fries without dips. Our server then disappeared until it was time for the bill, and although the tenderloin was good, my wife's medium-rare was more medium-well. At least my rare steak was cooked perfectly. The sides with the mains were tasty but, again, sparse. We didn't bother discussing the issues with the server when she did finally appear with the bill as I was thoroughly annoyed by this point.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$90–100
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking
Parking in Manotick is poor

  • Andrew S

Went there Thanksgiving weekend Saturday. The atmosphere was very nice and friendly staff was nice too. In laws had streak fries, and they liked it, kids had usual chicken fingers and fries, no complaints from them. I had lamb shank, was ok, nothing special, but my wife had the Paella was salty, but that wasn't the main issue. A couple hours after eating at the restaurant, my wife started having stomach cramps and then spent the rest of the evening in the bathroom with food poisoning. Ruined our weekend as she was left with no energy for the rest of the weekend. Hopefully, it is just a one-off for this very nice-looking restaurant, but it's a disappointing ending, especially for the price. If you are going, recommend skipping the Paella.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 1
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 5

  • George Adaimy

What's an AMAZING food and service and place in general to have an Amazing meal!!! The server was great and friendly... The seating area was comfortable and clean and the atmosphere is great!! We had 7 different plates and we all did a bit of sharing and what an amazing experience!! The Artichoke Dip is heavenly and soooo tasty! The calamari were done and fried to perfection The fish and ships are AMAZING and taste soooo fresh and barely fried... So their crispy, tender and super juicy on the inside! The RIBs... Oh boyyy Baton Rouge has nothing on them!! And they're gluten free!!! The Ceasar Salad was sooo great and the Bacon was amazing and home made! The Saumon and the Special Chicken Special of the Day was soooo great! Definitely worth the price and the drive!! You won't be disappointed! Enjoy

  • Peter Chung

First things first....the service here was top notch...especially from our server Megan!! Very nice atmosphere like everyone says....great for a family dinner or date night . Now on to the food....we had the beef tartar which was good but could've used a bit more seasoning, calamari was good but we should've asked for the sauce on the side so our bad. The Brie was huge...wasn't expecting that so good surprise. The lamb shank was also a very big portion so bring your appetite but like the tartar, could've used just a tad more seasoning. Overall, this was a great experience and we will definitely be back to try out the rest of the menu. Enjoy
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–60
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Guy Lafleur

Shameful. Had a 5pm reservation for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kids) for my wife's 40th birthday. Outings are few and far between with 2 small children. The restaurant and patio were empty when we arrived. My beer, our appetizer (cauliflower wings) and kids meals arrived on time. One hour passes (from when we ordered our food) before our meals arrived (2 burgers). We had to take it to go as the kids were getting fussy. They still managed to get my meal wrong. Only tipped 5%... For the beer. The beer was good. This had to be the worst dinning experience we've had in over 5 years. It may have been a one off but it was enough to turn us away from this restaurant for good.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

  • David O'Connor

I have dined here multiple times over the years and the food and service is consistently top notch. Last night we each had the braised lamb shank and it was incredible. The vegetables were perfect and the lamb shank generous size and cooked to perfection in a sauce that is incredible. The owner Dot greeted us on arrival and the service was very good despite being busy. And despite being very busy the Black Dog manages to cozy relaxing. We will definitely visit more often, this was our first post pandemic visit.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Lamb Shank
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Free parking lot, Free street parking

  • A-LO Oldford

Went for lunch on October 31st . I ordered the Cobb salad and although most of the ingredients were good the chicken and salad were covered in 3/4 cup of Tabasco sauce ruining it. My husband’s fish& chips were pale white/beige in colour and they forgot the tartar sauce also no vegetables or coleslaw was included with this white/beige meal . After the meal we ordered cappuccinos and they were only lukewarm also one of the cups wasn’t even 1/2 full. We didn’t complain at the time of service because we had a guest with us . I have had good meals at the Black Dog before but today the chef was not on his game .
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$100+
Food: 1
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 4

  • S Samhouri

The restaurant has a great atmosphere and is located on a nice street in manotick. The night we went the server was very friendly but the service was very slow. Food arrived cold and dry. Heard a lot about their crispy chicken sandwiches and recommended it to my party visiting from out of town. Chicken was dry and hard to eat. 7 people who ordered it were very disappointed. Could be an off night. Someone else ordered salmon and another ordered fish tacos and they were happy. If it wasn’t for the food quality my rating would be much different.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 2
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 3

  • Trevor H

Always enjoy the food, and most of the staff are great. Recently had a bit of an issue though and it doesn't seem like they care hence the review. We booked reservations two weeks in advance, they called me 2 days before and the day of to confirm my reservation. When we showed up, the staff informed me I did not have a reservation. We showed the staff the multiple phone calls from their phone number to no resolution. The manager that was on staff did not seem to care and sent us on our way... This is an embarrassment as we had friends from out of town and we booked well-advanced.
Service
Dine in
Food: 5
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

  • Carl Cencig

Enjoyed the experience at this pub. Service was really good, they held doors open for patrons, attentive staff, courteous. Decor and layout of the restaurant was inviting, and they have an great patio. I ordered the calamari which was ok, and the steak/ceasar salad for lunch. The steak was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked and seasoned. The ceasar salad was really tasty, and I enjoyed the idea of bread crumbs rather than croutons, a nice touch. My date had a hearty salad which she really enjoyed too. The prices were high, 92$ altogether for lunch for two people (1 beer each) which was a bit of a shocker. I might go back but again prices a bit steep.

  • dmitchell

My partner and I had dinner here last night for our anniversary and it was hands down one of the best restaurant experiences we’ve ever had in Ottawa. The food was incredible, the service was amazing and the restaurant had such a lively and warm vibe. I ordered the short rib and my partner ordered the lamb. Both dishes were so well balanced and delicious and the portions were surprising large. Our server was so lovely and timed our meal and check ins so well. Overall, just such a wonderful experience and we cannot wait to go back!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Joachim Smith

Interesting interpretation of what a paella is. Unfortunately, it was absolutely horrendous. It is essentially rice pilaf mixed in with some tomato marinara, topped with an assortment of meats and seafood. This makes me wonder if any of the kitchen staff have actually had paella before, or know what it should taste like. Maybe they are confused and mislabeled the Jambalaya. At a steep price of $35, I shudder at the thought that this is the only opportunity some people might have at eating paella
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 1
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 3

  • Jennifer Connolly

The food was great but the service was off on our visit. We had a party of 7 and all ordered pricey mains. My sister gave special directions to put her fries on the side. It didn't come that way. When I ordered another glass of wine it took way too long. I'll admit they were busy but still. At the end, we weren't asked if we'd like coffee or desert and were instead just handed our rexpected bills for payment. A bit disappointing.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Lamb Shank

  • Heather Brown

The Black Dog is often our restaurant of choice for special celebrations. This is the first time we had a bad experience. My friend (the birthday girl) ordered the Cobb Salad, which she could not eat because the breaded and over-spiced chicken overwhelmed all the other good flavors . My fish tacos were cold and tasteless. We informed the waiter who offered us a free dessert, which seemed an inadequate response. Sorry to be so disappointed.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 2
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4

  • kim engel

Our experience was a very positive experience. For a Wednesday it was very busy. I think it's a spot that is typically always busy,which means good. The food was excellent, as for the most part was the service. The only minor thing would be our plates sat in front of us when we were finishing too long . Other experiences here have been excellent. Would recommend.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Crispy Chicken Burger, Steak Sandwich

  • Jas Y

The restaurant is very lovely and staff are great and personable. I got the chicken burger and thought it was a bit mid. My friends tried the black dog burger and really enjoyed it, so perhaps that's the better way to go. I thought the chicken burger could have been juicier, crisper, and more flavourful. I did like the toppings that accompanied the burger ! Also got a mocktail which was tasty and refreshing.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Elizabeth Kingsbury

Absolutely love ❤️The Black Dog!! Always delicious food, friendly & efficient servers! Just wish they were open on Sunday!! Indoor decor is spectacular! Good vegetarian options.. a wider selection of sweet wines would be a bonus. Back patio is so relaxing.. only negative thing I can say about the Black Dog is the jazz/blues music on the outdoor patios is TOO LOUD.. very distracting, making it difficult to have a conversation.. turning the volume down would make a huge difference... other than that.... Highly Recommend

  • Hallam Carter

This bistro was recommended to us by a local at the Watson Mill. We went and were pleased we did. It has great decor and plenty of additional patio seating at the back and side. Reservations are taken, but they keep walk in tables which is nice because the place filled out by 5:30. The menu isn't extensive or too pricey, and should cater to most choices. We were quite pleased with our menu choices, the beer, and the wine list. Shannon, our server, helped to make the experience memorable.

  • Mike C

If you happen to be in Manotick, definately check out The Black Dog otherwise make a point of going either way. Excellent food and atmosphere accompanied by friendly service. I had the Lamb Shank which was beautifully prepared and tasted amazing. My wife had the Steak and Fries which was also very good. As an appetizer we had the French Onion soup and Cauliflower wings which were also very good. Great job by all the staff, front and back of the house. We will definately be back.

  • Jay West

Went for lunch today with a friend. It was my first time there. Very nice atmosphere and wonderful service. I had the salmon burger which was delicious and the best sweet potato fries I've ever had. My friend had the special which was Salisbury steak and enjoyed it. We managed to save room for dessert. Both the sticky toffee cake and coconut cream pie were terrific. I'll definitely be back for a dinner.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$30–40

  • Dee Whiteford

The food here is consistently good, and reasonably priced. It has a nice atmosphere, if not a bit loud at times. Update: went yesterday as part of phase 1 reopening. They've added some delightful new items to their menu, and old favourites remain. Staff is just as awesome as always. Remember to be patient, as they've had an influx of people who missed their patio. Try the blackberry gin smash. It was fantastic and perfectly refreshing for a reintroduction to patio season

  • Rodney Keller

We're new to Manotick and stumbled across this warm and welcoming little restaurant. It's become our weekly date night spot for drinks and dinner. The staff are always friendly and professional. The menu has good variety and everything we've tried has been delicious. Sticky toffee pudding is amazing!!!
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Beet Salad, Lamb Shank, Blackberry Gin Smash

  • Cathy Trudeau

Had the chicken sandwich. So delicious. Atmosphere is the best. Our waitress was amazing. My brother in law had your Thanksgiving turkey dinner. He loved it. Will definitely be back!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Crispy Chicken Burger
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Owen Wiseman

A family favourite - the Black Dog Bistro never fails to disappoint. The portions are perfect and the atmosphere and decor are the cherry on top. The Lamb special was easy to cut into and just the right amount of gamy. We ordered the Crispy Chicken Burger for the first time and were pleasantly shocked at how massive it was! If you're looking to split a meal with your loved one or friend, look no further than this dish. Looking forward to next time.

  • OhMeOhMy Condo

The food and atmosphere here are incredibly good. It is our go-to place for a special night out with friends or date night (saw lots of those here). My baked squash curry was so good I almost couldn’t speak for a few minutes. They certainly don’t need my 5 stars but here it is!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Fish and Chips

  • Kent Maulson

Was told it would be 5 minutes to sit. Went to bar waited 15 mins. Got a table ordered appetizers and waited for our main, and waited. Drank our wine because it was getting warm. Still waiting in our main .....showed up 40 mins later. Food was hot, just took to long to get to the table. Enjoyed the food, but they have a very slow kitchen.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 4
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 3

  • Jeff Freeman

There should be 1/2 stars as I'd like to give a 4.5. The black dog is solid. Great food. Great drinks. The only reason I wouldn't give them a 5 would be consistency. Sometimes it's amazing. Sometimes it's good. Not a bad thing to say.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$50–60
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Burger and Fries, Lamb Shank, Steak Sandwich

  • Vel C

We’ve dined here many times. Love the many gluten free options and careful preparation. The staff is very helpful with clarifying options for a celiac GF allergy. Amazing dishes and highly recommend
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Steak Sandwich
Dietary restrictions
Very good GF knowledge and options

  • Hoo Mand

The food is very good quality and prices are not expensive. Has parking in the back which is convenient. Nice patio outside and staff are very friendly.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3
Recommended dishes
Lamb Shank
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
In the back

  • Benjamin Sweett

Hard to find anything wrong with this place. Amazing food and large portion sizes. Service was a bit slow but it was busy and felt worth the wait. The house BBQ sauce is awesome. It is a little pricey but I dont think its unreasonable. Draft list could be better but the cocktails and wine were great. Make sure you make a reservation we tried to go without one a few times and it can be a long wait for a table.

  • Hoda Ahmed

Called those restaurant to see if they accommodate large groups even of divided in 2 tables. Lady on the phone was extremely rude saying no they won't serve us. After I asked if we could be seated in 2 tables..she said..Maaaam we can't help you and hung up. Will never try and will not recommend to my friends.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

  • Nick

6 of us had a fantastic meal. Great service. Great food. Great atmosphere. Warning, cell service in Manotick isn’t strong. Lamb shank was amazing. Cobb salad fantastic. Fish and chips looked phenomenal.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Burger and Fries, Lamb Shank, Fish and Chips

  • Claire Hanna

Adorable and delicious just scratches the surface (or should I say gives a good belly rub?) for the Black Dog. Super variety in terms of vegan, meat, gluten free options and if you want a beverage, there’s a great selection or they’ll whip you up a virgin version! It’s clear how much love has gone into this place, with lots of the costumers pooches displayed all over. Can’t recommend this place enough!

  • Daniel Hefford

This is a great spot for lunch. I got the burger and fries and it was absolutely delicious. The burger tasted kind of peppery. I really like the small fries with a little salt and ketchup. The menu was quite extensive and had something for everyone. The price was quite reasonable for a burger and fries. The establishment looks very new and has a homely atmosphere to it. I'd definitely return.

  • Mark E

A true gem in Manotick. The Black Dog is very welcoming with several host ready to take you in. The service is often top notch and very knowledgeable. The food is amazing, I’ve had most things on menu and have not been disappointed. Love the Cobb salad and the ribs. A go to for sure.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • GT

My friend and l both got the daily soup and a coffee for lunch. We thought the price was outrageous and the soup was a small bowl with nothing with it, no roll. That with coffee the bill was $17.80 each. I know prices have gone up but it should not be that much.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 1

  • Gaya Jey

Great service and beautiful place to dine especially later in the evening. Food arrived on time and our server was extremely friendly.I ordered the braised lamb shanks and unfortunately it lacked flavours. My family was happy with the food they’ve ordered. Will definitely revisit to try other items on the menu and for the ambiance.
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Angie Melanson

Absolute perfection! From our first greeting at the door to the last bite, perfect! Very professional bartending and service. Great space/decor. Food was impeccably thought out and executed! Fabulous evening. Saturday Oct 14th 6:30ish.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Kyle Kno

We had an absolutely fabulous dinner! Their cocktails were outstanding and a great start to the evening. Their Black Dog Burger was to die for! Their bacon jelly was outstanding. We also had their Coconut Cream Pie was a great end to the evening. I strongly recommend dinning here!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50

  • Paula Dantas

Beautiful bistro and delicious food. Steak was cooked to perfection.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Salmon Burger, Steak Sandwich
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking
Parking options
Paid street parking

  • Roland Bast

Greeted by Martha, sitting on the large patio was the perfect choice for todays weather. I chose one of my favourites, the Cubano Sandwich. Check the photo for the size, huge mounds of roasted ham and pork meat, bread and butter pickles and a hoagie roll. Delish, filling flavours right to the max. Thank you for this superb experience!

  • tanya

Been going here for years. Sometimes it's super and sometimes just okay. Depends on the energy of the night. I've never been disappointed by the meal selection but the mains are poultry free.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

  • Brenda Fitzpatrick

The chicken crepes, fantastic. Salads, especially with salmon, delish but I have to say the coconut cream pie is the best I’ve ever tasted. Kudos!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$50–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken Cobb Salad

  • Purazar Bhadha

A great spot in the quaint town of Manotick. The menu isn't huge but most things are done really well. Their ribs fall of the bone, the cheese platters are great for sharing and the shoe string fries are perfect with any entrée. The staff is friendly and helpful, happy to offer advice and details about the dishes.

  • Al

Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff even when super busy. I ordered the Salmon burger and the pad Thai. Pad Thai was excellent, lots of taste to it. The salmon burger was good but the bun became soggy very quick, making the burger very messy... maybe a thicker bun would work better. Altogether a 5 stars experience.

  • J

Chicken was so dry and actually really hard to chew. It was not worth $22... I enjoyed the salad and the dressing that came with it. Service was very slow for Saturday lunch
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 2
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 3

  • Todd Hayes

The bar side isn't as welcoming and not well spaced out, felt like the table beside us was looking in my ear the whole time. Other then that, it was hands down best restaurant in a while. Have returned to the same quality every time, great work.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

  • Alex HQOttawa

Had a wonderful experience on Thursday night. Food was phenomenal and our server Dan was very polite and knowledgeable of the menu. We had the charcuterie and cheese board, ribs and French onion soup with a bottle of wine. Absolutely recommend
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Greg Eatherley

Celebrated our first year wedding anniversary here tonight and had an amazing experience. Food was great, service was excellent, very reasonable prices for the quality of food. Special shout out to Desean for being a lovely server/human.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Sherry Hickey

Awesome as always! We went for lunch after the Remembrance Day service and it was packed. The food here never disappoints! A bit pricey, but worth it!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • D Botting

Great food and atmosphere. Very much an english pub kind of feel. Staff is very pleasant and interactive. Parking is not ideal, small lot at the rear. A great spot to linger and chat. The mediterranean wrap is delicious! My husband loves the fish and chips. A favourite spot! More

  • Christine Brown

Absolutely an Amazing Restaurant with a beautiful interior, patio and friendly staff. The Food is soooo yummy and large portions worth the price and drive to try it out! Can't wait to go back!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30

  • Nancy Fitzgerald

Had a great dinner with friends! The beef short ribs were amazing! Definitely recommend it for a nice night out.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
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  • Kari Parkhouse

Great mid afternoon visit. Patio was lovely. Servers were professional and attentive. I had fish tacos and they did not disappoint.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Brian Henry

Great service, delicious food, and the recent renovations are really nice. This restaurant is one of our favorite spots.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Pamela Davis

I’m new to the area, took my sister here for supper. The food was excellent!! Hot, fresh, well presented. Thank you to our server Costa, you were pleasant and timely amidst a crowd of patrons on a Friday at dinner time. Cheers! Pamela …

  • Doug Woods

Excellent attentive and friendly service. Not as large a selection on menu as we would have liked. Our meals were all done to a "T". Price was competitive. Wine price per glass, over the top! Cheaper to buy bottle.
Price per person
$60–70

  • Olivia Lam

The patio space is perfect for a outdoor meal. The girls and I stopped by for lunch today and it was delicious. The service was great, food was great and location is ideal! We can’t wait to stop by again and try out the other items on the menu.

  • Cathy Cameron

Excellent meals for all 4 at the table. Our server Bronwen was attentive and alot of fun We will be back❤
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Paul Richter

This place is fantastic! The staff are always genuinely friendly and the service is impeccable. The food is fantastic! I haven't had a Yorkshire pudding close to as good as this since living in London, UK. The prime rib was perfection! I've

  • Andrea Machielsen

The lady Shelley who manages seating is a treat, the service and food are excellent. It's no wonder The Black Dog is so busy. Well deserved!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Adam Morris

This was our first visit and we were pretty blown away by how good the food was. Tartare, crab cake and escargot flatbread were all outstanding. And our server Grace was excellent. And the patio is dog friendly. We will be back soon! More

  • Connie Sarvanandan Toronto Realtor

We went with a large group for lunch and everyone’s meals were delicious. I had the paella which was new on menu and it had lots of good stuff. We also tried the salmon, wraps and ribs. Wine was reasonable too. Staff was friendly. More

  • Nickster

First time visit and impressed with the quality of food and service. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered. Good selection of beverages to complement the meal.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–40

  • Maryse Bourbonnais

Delicious! A bit pricey but everything is homemade and the ingredients are generous (nice thick bacon slices on my chicken burger). It was quite busy so there was a wait from the kitchen but service was good. I would return.

  • Mike

Great food and you can take your dogs. Huge win for the atmosphere anywhere if you ask me.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Audrey Bond

It’s minus 35 outside today so a bowl of tomato soup with bacon and some fries and a big glass of wine is just what I needed this afternoon. Nice atmosphere, lovely service. I’m a happy camper.
Service
Dine in

  • Daniel Delattre

Excellent food. Good service. But fairly pricey. We would definitely go back.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

  • Allan Kossatz

We enjoyed our lunch there. Our food was very good and the service was good.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

  • Chrissy Siciliano

Love coming to the black dog, the food never disappoints( the salmon and salads are amazing!) and the service is always great! Will keep coming back!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • M

The food & service is always amazing!!! You feel welcomed the minute you step into their restaurant. If you're looking for a beautiful, cozy restaurant outside of the city this is it!

  • Brendan Pidgeon

Lovely place for a bite to eat for lunch or an earlier dinner. Great location, staff are super friendly, and in the winter months they have a lovely fire going which warms the heart.

  • John OBrien

Hidden gem on Manotick main. The attention to little details is impressive. Plan a few visits to work your way through the menu
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Fulvia Pizzamiglio

Impeccable designed plates and unforgettable beautiful taste this restaurant is an excellent experience from the beginning to the end! Tip: you have to leave room for dessert(s)!

  • Giulia Brutesco

Superb menu, wonderful ambience and friendly and amazing service. Ingredients are fresh and flavours combined to perfection.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Yu Wang

The Thanksgiving special turkey is delicious.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$50–60
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

  • Amanof fewwords

One of my favorite restaurants to go to! Great staff, great food and great atmosphere. Highly recommended!!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Camila Bousquet

All ingredients were fresh and crisp, the recipes are original and well thought out. The attention of staff is great and they are particularly professional.

  • K P

Attentive servers, quick service, great food and a cozy and warm ambience. Will visit again for sure.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Alison Yip

Delicious food, something on the menu for everyone! Great casual place to meet with friends or family. Service is prompt and friendly. More

  • Leo Carvery

Excellent food and drink. The service was very good. I would definitely recommend this establishment to my family and friends. 5 stars

  • Rebecca Shams

I have never had a bad experience here. Staff is always top notch, the inside and patio are beautiful, and the food devine. More

  • Alison Janes

First time going. Stopped in for lunch. They did not disappoint, lunch was delicious. Lovely patio, excellent service.

  • Gordon Moore

I have always liked the atmosphere of Black Dog. The food and service have always been great too.
Food:
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  • Tushar Shakya

First time here, everyone loved there meals. Our 8 year old keeps asking when we can go back here.
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  • Claudio Gondo

This restaurant was a happy surprise for my family and I and I couldn't give less than 5 stars.

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