Alora

Name: Alora
Address: 34 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1N 5P3
Telephone: (613) 562-4955
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

29 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

International

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2 people

Feb 27, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 10 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
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Welcome to Alora, where a vibrant atmosphere meets exquisite cuisine in Ottawa’s downtown ByWard Market. With a cozy yet stylish ambiance, Alora is perfect for social nights out, romantic dinners, fun gatherings, and memorable celebrations.

Our menu features a diverse array of shareable options that cater to all tastes. Whether you’re craving a juicy steak, crab and seafood, or a delicious vegetarian option, or share with our delectable tapas-like starters and our famous land & sea sharing board, designed to ignite your taste buds.

Enjoy elevated cocktails expertly crafted by our skilled mixologists, or a selection of specialty drinks that perfectly complement your meal. On Fridays and Saturdays, our live DJ elevates the energy throughout the night, taking Alora from a dining destination into a vibrant nightlife spot, inviting guests to let loose and have fun. In the summertime, don’t miss our stunning rooftop with its own dedicated bar and unwind under the stars.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
International, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(613) 562-4955
Website
https://aloraottawa.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Elevate your next event with our stunning venue options! Choose from our private mezzanine, rooftop, or even rent the entire restaurant for a truly unforgettable experience.

Location
34 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 5P3
Neighbourhood
ByWard Market
Cross Street
Clarence and Sussex
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Near Rideau Centre stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Gyoza$18.00
Beef Gyoza | Sesame Chili Oil | Green Onions | Ponzu
Crispy Crab Bites$26.00
Crab | Crispy Rice | Avocado Mousse | Spicy Mayo | Red Chili
Parm Fries$15.00
Sweet Potato & Crispy Fries | Parmesan | Dill | Lemon Garlic Aioli
Fried Chicken$23.00
Marinated & Hand-Breaded Chicken | Hot Honey Drizzle | Basil Aioli or Korean Chili Sauce | Sesame Seeds | Basil Aioli
Whipped Feta$23.00
Feta | Ricotta | Thyme | Oregano | Pesto | Blistered Tomatoes | Pistachio | Grilled Flatbread
Tuna Tacos$25.00
Chili Soy Tuna | Wonton | Avocado | Cucumber | Sesame | Ponzu
Sliders$22.00
Canadian Angus Beef | Caramelized Onion | Crispy Bacon | Pickle | Cheddar | Burger Sauce | Toasted Brioche
Bang Bang Broccoli$19.00
Panko Crusted Broccoli | Toasted Sesame | Thai Chili Sauce | Peanut Sauce

Sushi

Crunchy Shrimp Roll$24.00
Crispy Shrimp | Chili Mayo | Avocado | Cucumber | Green Onion
Sesame Tuna Roll$26.00
Seared Tuna | Sesame Seeds | Crispy Leeks | Avocado | Thai Basil | Citrus Chili Soy

Salads

Caesar Salad$20.00
Romaine | Parmesan | Crispy Bacon | Garlic Croutons | Grilled Lemon
- Grilled Shrimp$14.00
Chicken Harvest Salad$28.00
Arugula | Kale | Maple Butternut Squash | Cucumbers | Apples | Walnuts | Pickled Cranberry | Pickled Shallots | Sesame | Goat Cheese | Orange Fennel Vinaigrette
- Grilled Chicken$0.00
- Crispy Chicken$0.00

Sharing Board

Land & Sea$285.00
Tomahawk Steak | 2x Garlic Lobster Tails | Grilled Shrimp | Button Mushrooms | Market Vegetables | Fingerling Potatoes | Bordelaise Sauce | Garlic Aioli | Bread & Whipped Butter
- Pistachio Lamb Chops$18.00

Mains

NY Striploin Steak$57.00
10 oz Prime Striploin | Seasonal Vegetable | Herb Butter Fingerling Potatoes | Roasted Garlic Aioli
Seared Salmon$43.00
Lemon Garlic Salmon | Zucchini | Leeks | Herb Butter Fingerling Potatoes | Dijon Cream | Smoked Paprika Oil
Seafood Pasta$58.00
Garlic Lobster Tail | Grilled Shrimp | Fettuccine | Basil Cream | Blistered Cherry Tomatoes | Sesame Chili Oil | Parmesan | Bread Crumb
Grilled Chicken$46.00
Grilled Half Chicken | Harissa Vinaigrette | Seasonal Vegetable | Fingerling Potatoes
Half Rack Lamb$49.00
Rosemary Pistachio Crusted Lamb | Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato | Zucchini | Carrots | Bordelaise

Add-Ons

Grilled Shrimp$14.00
Garlic Lobster Tail$27.00
Market Vegetables$12.00
Bread & Whipped Butter$7.00

What 29 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

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Alora offers a "super awesome and vibrant atmosphere" with fantastic service and delicious food. The music and ambiance create a lively setting, perfect for socializing. While some found the food overpriced, many praised the appetizers and desserts. Highlights include the "outstanding food, drink and service," making it a great spot for both casual and celebratory dining experiences.

29 Reviews

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Wade
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
super awesome and vibrant atmosphere. great service always checking on us and food was amazing. Music a little loud for dinner to have conversations but DJ was amazing. i’ve already recommended it to my freinds.
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2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
TLDR: not worth it, you’re paying chateau prices for Burger King quality food. This place is cool and the staff is very friendly, but it’s just an overly expensive fast food joint. The food is expensive and quite bad. I paid $60 for a tiny steak that was barely edible and tasted like it had been frozen, then microwaved, and then burnt to a crisp. The apps are decent, and the dessert was good! Other mains also taste frozen then microwaved. Dessert was good but once again quite expensive for what you get. If you’re looking for a place to take nice pictures of horrible, expensive food in a nice environment, this is the place for you.
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Nora
VIP
Ottawa
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
I had high expectations for Alora, but unfortunately, it fell short. While the atmosphere is lively and definitely caters to a party crowd, the food itself was underwhelming. Nothing stood out in terms of quality or flavor—it felt more like a place to be seen rather than a destination for a great meal. If you’re looking for a spot to drink and socialize with a festive crowd, it might be worth a visit, but if you’re after an elevated dining experience, this isn’t it at all.
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Naomie
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I absolutely loved my experience at Alora! The food was soo delicious and the service was excellent ! You definitely have to try them out!
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Alicia
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time. Love the atmosphere here. Menu for both food and drinks is delicious. Service is excellent. We had the pleasure of meeting many of the staff and they’re all so friendly and attentive. The music is really good and the location is great. I love that it’s very close to a parking garage which was ideal with last nights frigid temperatures. Highly recommend and will return.
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Bruce
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Four of us attended Alora this evening and enjoyed a full tour of the appetizer menu. It was simply outstanding. The presentation was incredibly well done. The Gyoza as well as the crab bites were show stoppers. All of this was topped off with friendly and attentive service. If you are in the Market area and want to treat yourself to a fabulous meal then by all means go to Alora. You won't be disappointed.
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Cardin
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was nice, it was my first time and I was really satisfied 😌. The service was outstanding 👌 hoping to comeback very soon.
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Jannik
Ottawa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great ambience, music was great.
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Sabrina
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed our evening at Alora, we ordered the shared surf and turf and there was good variety and portion for 4 people. The seafood and vegetables were really tasty but the Tomahawk steak had a lot of fat on it so it wasn't my favorite. The drinks were expensive. I had a mocktail for $12 and there was more ice than juice. Overall we enjoyed our experience!
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Julián
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We will definitely be going back! The food and service was amazing! Management and the server were excellent! Can’t wait to go back!
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Alora is rated 4.4 stars by 29 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 27, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 10 times today

34 Clarence St., Ottawa, ON K1N 5P3

Additional information

Cross Street
Clarence and Sussex
Neighbourhood
ByWard Market
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
International, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Near Rideau Centre stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://aloraottawa.com/
Phone number
(613) 562-4955
Private party facilities
Elevate your next event with our stunning venue options! Choose from our private mezzanine, rooftop, or even rent the entire restaurant for a truly unforgettable experience.

Alora

Make a reservation

Additional information

Starters

Gyoza$18.00

Crispy Crab Bites$26.00

Parm Fries$15.00

Fried Chicken$23.00

Whipped Feta$23.00

Tuna Tacos$25.00

Sliders$22.00

Bang Bang Broccoli$19.00

Sushi

Crunchy Shrimp Roll$24.00

Sesame Tuna Roll$26.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$20.00

Chicken Harvest Salad$28.00

Sharing Board

Land & Sea$285.00

Mains

NY Striploin Steak$57.00

Seared Salmon$43.00

Seafood Pasta$58.00

Grilled Chicken$46.00

Half Rack Lamb$49.00

Add-Ons

Grilled Shrimp$14.00

Garlic Lobster Tail$27.00

Market Vegetables$12.00

Bread & Whipped Butter$7.00

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