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Forty One, Ottawa, ON

Forty One

4.1
4.1
308 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Canadian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
Between the central locale afforded by its gracious home in the landmark Lord Elgin Hotel, a warm and yet contemporary ambience, a locally sourced menu and a casual-to-sophisticated stocked cellar, Forty-One has become one of Ottawa’s top new restaurants.

Named Forty-One in recognition of the year, 1941, that the Lord Elgin was built, the restaurant features a modern environment and classic menu that is a perfect match for connecting with new and familiar faces. Guests are able to relax in the inviting lounge with flat screen TVs and large windows overlooking Elgin Street or enjoy an intimate dinner or a group get together in the dining area. With a capacity of close to 150, the restaurant features booths and banquette seating to allow flexibility to accommodate guest needs whether they are popping in for lunch, a quick after-work cool-down, a pre-theatre warm-up or an evening night cap. Forty-One also includes a private dining room for up to 30 guests.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Comfort Food, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (613) 569-2126
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Ashe
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at info@grill41.ca regarding your event booking.For more information on private event rooms, please visit https://grill41.ca/private-events/The Forty-One team is looking forward to hosting you and to make it a memorable success!
  • Neighbourhood
    Ottawa
  • Cross Street
    Elgin Street and Slater Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 308 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Forty One offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and "great food" in an upscale setting. Guests appreciate the "lovely atmosphere" and attentive staff. While some have noted occasional delays, standout dishes like the crème caramel and salmon entree receive high praise. Perfect for a night out near the National Arts Centre.

308 Reviews
  1. Paul

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Me and wife love the experience, food was awesome and service was great !

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  2. Lorraine

    Montreal

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Avery pleasant dinner, good food. Especially nice crème caramel to finish. Wine was okay, nothing special. Will return soon!

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  3. Elizabeth

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Had the burger and side Caesar. Did not enjoy either. Piano was too loud. Hampered conversation.

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  4. Javier

    VIP

    Orlando

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our dinner was on Valentine’s Day, so of course it was busy. However, our server was rough with the plates but nice overall. The space was tight, but it was nice that they had some live jazz. The food was very good and reasonably priced.

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  5. Glenn

    Montreal

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for dinner and to hear a jazz concert. The restaurant was full but the staff handled it incredibly well. Food was excellent. A great night out.

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  6. Angela

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good all the way around! We enjoyed our dinner, the service and the environment!

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  7. Laura

    VIP

    Ottawa

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, cocktails , and appetizers in this upscale setting in the beautiful Lord Elgin hotel was a perfect to start to our night out for a concert at the National Arts Centre just across the street. The mushroom toast was delicious and the egg roll bites were fun.

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  8. Tina

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic evening out for dinner prior to our NAC event. Highly recommend!

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  9. Patricia

    Ottawa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had never been to the restaurant. Pleasantly surprised. Lovely atmosphere and great food. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly. We will go back and I’ve told my friends to try it out.

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  10. Julie

    Ottawa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Grace was amazing. She was warm and welcoming which made the experience feel like being home.

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FAQs

Forty One offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 569-2126.

Forty One is rated 4.1 stars by 308 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Forty One

100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5K8

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Elgin Street and Slater Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Ottawa
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Comfort Food, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Ashe
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (613) 569-2126
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at info@grill41.ca regarding your event booking.For more information on private event rooms, please visit https://grill41.ca/private-events/The Forty-One team is looking forward to hosting you and to make it a memorable success!
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