Swan On The Rideau invites you to their dining room. Their atmosphere has been described as casual and family friendly. They are open at night all week. You can get there by car. P...more...See more text
Our party of 6 sat out on the patio for our supper on a beautiful sunny day at the end of May. The service was good and for the most part the food was ok except for two out of our party who ordered the hamburgers.
Its disappointing that they can't make the effort to make their own patties. Espcially considering our wait time. Its not like the food was served super fast. In fact, it took a while but we didn't mind as we weren't in a rush.
Anyways, the burger patties are the kind of processed "precooked" patties that you can buy in the frozen food section at a grocery store. Rubbery and very off putting. A disappointment!
I had the NY strip steak, not bad but I ordered rare and it wasn't rested when they served it. Not a big deal.
We also had the calamari, zuccini sticks and patotoe skins for appetizers. All passable but nothing to write home about.
I'd go back again for a drink and an appetizer but I probably wouldn't have a meal. I love the pub inside, very old school british pub feel. I think it would be cosy in the winter. The patio has a great view and is a nice place to go for a drink.Read more
Italian, Restaurant With Bar, Alcohol Served, Lunch Menu, Restaurant With Catering Services
Located right in the heart of Manotick, Babbo's Cucina is proud to serve up authentic Italian cuisine, right to your plate. With a large menu of antipasti, salads and main course d...more...See more text
Great food, great atmosphere, great staff. Great value. The Steak and salad dressing is to die for. I really like the kitchen viewing concept! Recommend you make reservation.Read more
Come enjoy an appetizing creation at Pearl House Dining Lounge. They are open after-hours all week and are reachable by car. You can pay by American Express, Interac, MasterCard an...more...See more text
Overall: Meals were entirely excellent and the experience was most enjoyable. This is an upscale restaurant but maybe slightly pricey compared to similar restaurants.
Appetizer: Calamari with anchovy tomato sauce and cashews - unusual presentation with 3 large delicious pieces of calamari
Main: 16 oz pepper-crusted veal chop - perfectly done and seasoned, and much tastier meat than I expected. Hot and tasty vegs. Very nice presentation.
Main: Jumbo Sea Scallops - perfectly done, hot and tasty. Again a very nice presentation.
Desserts: Apple Strudel and Chocolate Pate - both much better than average.
Service: Warm, friendly, intelligent and impeccable.
Atmosphere: better than the average restaurant but a little sparse with lights a little bright.Read more