Brilliant food expertly prepared in a fine home setting. Canadian food which I will not divulge as you need to be surprised. Good wine list with a number of Canadian offerings. Recommended

We ate in the wine bar and shared a number of small plates and explored an interesting and extensive wine list. Being able to decide on 3 oz. or 5oz. glasses meant that we were able to try a different wine with each plate. Food,...More

My husband booked Beckta for our 23rd anniversary. We've been before and always enjoyed our meal. Upon arrival, there was card on the table wishing us a happy 23rd anniversary - nice touch. I'm vegetarian, and my husband is GF pescatarian. Our meals were creative,...More

We planned our visit here months in advance for the evening of our 25th anniversary. Staff were excellent and we both enjoyed their 5 Course tasting menu and their eclectic list of wines by the glass. All together an excellent meal, although it was only...More

We have been enjoying Beckta for quite a while. The food is always great and the service is excellent. Usually sit in the wine bar. The location is terrific especially if going to the art centre. My husband loves the rooms upstairs where he has...More

This is one of the classiest places in Ottawa, conveniently located in the "in" area, of the city. The locale if fantastic, but the decor (inside) is a bit bare. The food is well executed, but I could not shake the feeling that the Chef...More

My fiançé and I had a gift card and decided to finally go to Beckta. Attentive service, fresh food, hugely accomodating to allergy intolerances. The duck was slightly undercooked and they made it right immediately. Wine was lovely. Waiter was knowledgeable and charming and the...More

Ottawa and the canal is like Paris and the Eiffel Tower. No more needs to be said!! Plan on a nice sunny day, to take full advantage perhaps get tickets to one of the boat tours available online or on the spot. Perfect Canadian family...More

Beckta has always been one of my favorite restaurants in Ottawa for the combination of ambiance, service, and good food. It's disappointing to see a few negative food reviews of late, and I hope they are anomalies. We enjoy having a drink and oysters at...More

Dined here for a special meal and we liked it. Excellent friendly service from a waitress who had been here for many years. Thank you for your attention to detail and lovely personality. Food was excellent with local produce like oysters. Very good selection of...More