We had our two children there, 6 and 7. They were very accommodating and the food was excellent. I rarely have a desert, but there were so many delicious ones on the menu, I couldn't pass up the opportunity. I would definitely go back and try the 5 or 8 course dinner.

On a good night, they really are tops. Service is a bit fussy, to be expected when you are shelling out for special occassions. They tend to undercook fish, so if you dislike translucent cuisson, let them know in advance. Take your credit card!

This place is highly rated. It's an aesthetically pleasing location in an old house, and the food choices are creative. Not many places offer veal sweetbreads on the menu. The waitstaff are very efficient, but they are too pretentious and unfriendly. Basically, they think they know everything about fine wines and food, and they treat each customer in a condescending... More

I used to be a regular at Hy's steak house. I went there for the service and intimate atmosphere. After the last few visits I was disappointed in the service. Searching for a new spot I was recommended Beckta's. I will never return to Hy's as Beckta's won me over. Outstanding service and superb food and wine it was a... More

Had dinner a night ago at Beckta with my wife while on conference. Found the food and service of restaurants to this point to be spotty at best in Ottawa. Beckta did not disappoint. My wife had the shrimp and I had turnip soup to start. Both were fresh, interesting, unexpected ingredients. I luved the soup...fresh puree turnip - creamy... More

We went to Beckta for dinner with another couple. We expected a lot from this one of the best, if not THE best restaurant in Ottawa (as we've heard/read). Unfortunately, we were quite disappointed with this culinary experience. We ordered a foie gras to begin with, followed by a soft shell crab for me and a halibut for my husband.... More

I just attended a fund raiser for St. Joe's Women's Centre catered by Beckta. This was my introduction to the fine foods of this restaurant. I was so delighted....everything was so delicious, and the presentation was exquisite. I can hardly wait to enjoy a complete dinner at their restaurant.

I have enjoyed dinners at Beckta on other occasions and decided to celebrate my 50th Birthday with my family at Beckta. As with every other experience that I've had with Beckta, the "food" experience was amazing. In fact, the food was so good that everyone wanted to try a "sampling" of each others' entrees. The "service" experience was fantastic, as... More

chose Beckta because of its reviews and were looking forward to something really special. disappointing. Service was not more than so so - except for a skillfull wine choice suggested to us (Pinot Noir to go with maigret and halibut, admittingly quite a challenge). The halibut was dry, but foie gras, veal seadbread and maigret were very good. this evening... More