I highly recommend Atelier but for foodies only. I am one as were my dinner companions. We were mostly impressed. Every one of the 12 courses was delivered superbly plated, beautifully presented. Most were exceptionally tasty, with incredibly creative blends of ingredients, flavours; a couple were underwhelming (but everyone's tastes are different). I was surprised the plates were not warmed... More

Dined here with our son and his fiance (their recommendation) and second son - all confirmed foodies. What stood out was the individual flavours in each course - many ingredients in each course but they did not lose their individuality. Paired with a complex Cesanese and a Riesling from Eden Valley the whole menu was a treat. Service was excellent... More

The best part of the restaurant is that it is so central. Except for the Senators game we were able to walk to everything

I have travelled extensively and have dined out quite a bit around the world and l'Atelier rates as one of the best restaurants in my books. I was so impressed with the quality of the food and how innovative the chef was in preparing dishes. The chef assures that dishes are complex in taste and in texture and somehow, all... More

From the reservation to leavin the restaurant this was an extraordinary experience. I would rate my self as the kind of person who wants to eat fast and leave the restaurant as fast as I went. This restaurant is not that kind, but the atmosphere, the welcoming the originality of the food worth the 4 hours dining and every penny... More

My wife and I went for our anniversary mostly because my wife want to go—and badly. She’s our resident chef and food/wine lover and expert, and is fascinated by el Bulli and molecular gastronomy. Restaurant reviews indicated that Atelier was the closest thing we have in Ottawa to that fabled place so how could I say no? We decided to... More

Went to Atelier for the second time in six weeks and the food was (if possible) even better. A few items had changed but the two desserts ( Appletini and ......,......Pumpkin Eater were still on. This time the dry ice was working and there were a few additions to the plate) was with a sceptical first timer who was a... More

It was an absolutely incredible experience at Atelier. I had never really understood or could relate before when I heard people describe dining as truly 'interesting' or 'an experience for your taste buds', but this experience really was so interesting and delicious. It's exclusive - no signs outside about the restaurant andby RSVP only. The twelve-course menu is a surprise,... More

This restaurant is in a class of its own in Ottawa, and the place to go for a special occasion. It's the only place in Ottawa that serves nothing but a tasting menu and there is a strong molecuar influence going on here.