Play Food & Wine

Name: Play Food & Wine
Address: 1 York St, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1N 6Z5
Telephone: (613) 667-9207
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

303 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

Play food & wine will make serious food fun and accessible to many types of guests by offering an inspiring menu, legendary service, outstanding values and a culinary home for our guests in which they can spend a variety of occasions.

All of our dishes are modest portions designed to share. This allows guests to sample a few different dishes without having to commit to just one main course as in a traditional restaurant. Our menu changes frequently, respecting product availability and seasonality.

We are committed to working with our many great suppliers to source the best and most flavourful ingredients possible. We use local, sustainable and seasonal products whenever possible, and believe in supporting area farmers as much as we can.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Canadian, Global, International
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 667-9207
Website
http://www.playfood.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Shane Brown
Catering
Please reach out to us at info@playfood.ca for inquiries
Private party facilities
Semi-private and fully private dining spaces available. Fully private space can also be reserved for a standing cocktail style reception up to 80 guests.

Location
1 York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 6Z5
Neighbourhood
ByWard Market
Cross Street
Corner of Sussex Drive and York Street
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Rideau Centre
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

roasted sweet potato soup$12.00
apple gastrique / allium ash / shishito oil
gem caesar$19.00
black tahini caesar / bonito breadcrumb / cured egg yolk / goat cheese / duck prosciutto
seared scallops$35.00
espresso parsnip / smoked salsify / cauliflower yogurt / leek vinaigrette
burrata$27.00
roasted beet / cherry agrodolce / pistachio / red watercress
falafel$21.00
smoked date / babaganoush / za’atar / zhoug / pickled sunchoke

LARGER PLATES

fennel ash gnocchi$26.00
pork bolognese / rapini / ricotta / ramp crumble
cedar pappardelle$25.00
lamb merguez / green garlic / peas / radicchio / fried lemon / Iron Horse cheddar / grainy mustard
crispy pork belly$27.00
polenta / mushrooms / carrots / pickled scape / sundried tomato & olive vinaigrette
grilled beef striploin$36.00
red eye jus / frites / herb aioli / chili oil
baked mackerel$29.00
bulgar / chermoula / walnut muhammara / pickled cauliflower

Sparkling

Blanc de Beckta, Cave Spring, NV$14.00

White

Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Palagetto, Tuscany, IT ‘23$13.00
Verdejo, Bodegas Comenge, Rueda, ES ‘23$13.00
Riesling Kabinett, "R" August Kesseler, Rheingau, DE ‘22$15.00
White Blend, "Irréverence" Pearl Morissette, Niagara, CA ‘20$17.00
Gewurztraminer, "Raw" Weingut Malat, Kremstal, AU ‘21$19.00

Red

Cabernet Franc, "King Street Vyd" 2027 Cellars, Niagara, CA ‘21$13.00
Pinot Noir, “Signature” Domaine Queylus, Niagara, CA ‘19$15.00
Gamay, "Glou Glou" Jean-Baptiste Duperray, Beaujolais, FR ‘23$15.00
Barbera, Vigneti Repetto, Equilatero, IT ‘21$16.00
Chianti Classico, Villa Calcinaia, Tuscany, IT ‘20$20.00

Cocktails

CANADIAN FASHION$14.00
Our house old-fashioned using Canadian ingredients: Popcorn Maple Syrup & Wild Muskoka Spiced Maple Bitters Pike Creek Rum Barrel Finished 10 Year
Alberta Premium Legacy Reserve$15.00
J.P Wiser’s 18 Year$24.00
CRIMSON FIELDS$18.00
Hibiscus Mezcal | Cacao Tequila | Campari | Lillet Blanc | Grenadine | Lime | Grains of Selim | Angostura | Egg White
DOS COCOA$19.00
Tequila | Mezcal | Coffee Campari | Cocchi di Torino | Cacao Nib | Cinnamon | Chocolate Bitters
PLAY PISCO SOUR$18.00
Pisco | Campari | Tio Pepe | Licor 43 | Lime | Egg White
MISTRAL WINDS$18.00
Olive & Fennel Liqueur | St. Germain | Dry Curacao | Crystal Lime | Citrus Olive Oil Washed Peychauds
VEIL OF ETNA$19.00
Vodka | Amaretto | Pistachio | Cinnamon | Ginger | Honey | Whey

Beer

Broadhead Light Lager$10.00
Beyond The Pale Clean Cut$10.00
Beyond The Pale California Common$10.00
Collective Arts Beyond Reason Micro Pale Ale$10.00
Collective Arts Local Press Apple Cider$10.00
Broadhead Amber Ale$10.00
Dominion City Sunsplit IPA$12.00

Spirit Free

Flora Fizz$13.00
Citron Calm Tea | Hibiscus | Raspberry Vinegar | Crystal Lime | Egg White | Soda
N/A Bellini$15.00
Cipriani White Peach | Silver Swallow
Silver Swallow Sparkling Wine (5oz)$8.00
Collective Arts N/A IPA (355ml)$7.00
Collective Arts N/A Guava Gose (355ml)$8.00
Perth Pay N/A Lager (473ml)$9.00
Sparkling Water (750ml)$8.00
Juice (Orange / Apple / Cranberry)$4.00
Pop$3.00
Fever-Tree Tonic / Fever-Tree Soda$5.00

What 303 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Play Food & Wine in Ottawa offers an inventive dining experience with "creative food combinations that taste amazing" and "excellent service." Guests appreciate the "fantastic wine pairings" and the welcoming atmosphere. While some mention minor drawbacks, the restaurant's appealing small plates and attentive staff make it a "gem" worth revisiting.

303 Reviews

V
Viktoria
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A little expensive..... Also the charcuterie board used to have more choices and not just salty but also sweet
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ken
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second time visiting Play, and we were lucky enough to get the same server, Paul, who was amazing at providing recommendations and insight into the menu options. The food and flavours are to die for, they have a unique way of mixing flavours in each dish! We will definitely be back!
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Caitlyne
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and impeccable service! Love the cosy and intimate ambiance/vibe. Never disappoints!
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Linda
Ottawa3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great evening, the food and foodwas great. Exceptional services from our server and we even got a drink created for my daughter which hit the spot.
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Randolph
Toronto8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I hosted an productive business lunch at Play today. The food was excellent. The service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. We appreciated being seated at a table in the corner for a private conversation. I might have turned down the music a bit but we managed the conversation nevertheless.
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Alyssa
Montreal1 review
4.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was super yummy and selection was good, service and ambience was amazing. Would definitely recommend and come back.
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Nick
Ottawa2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for Valentine’s Day, had a great experience at the bar. Kate took care of us and gave us great advice on sharing plates!
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Dan
Ottawa1 review
4.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server was excellent. The food was decent but was expecting a little better. Was again, very impressed with the service.
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Maia
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A great combo of taste, coziness, great atmosphere, and trying something unusual. It felt both trendy and timeless. Enjoyed my visit very much.
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Mary
Ottawa3 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, in a comfortable dining environment with exceptional service.
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FAQs

Play Food & Wine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 667-9207.

Play Food & Wine is rated 4.7 stars by 303 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1 York St, Ottawa, ON K1N 6Z5

Additional information

Cross Street
Corner of Sussex Drive and York Street
Neighbourhood
ByWard Market
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Canadian, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Rideau Centre
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Shane Brown
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.playfood.ca/
Phone number
(613) 667-9207
Catering
Please reach out to us at info@playfood.ca for inquiries
Private party facilities
Semi-private and fully private dining spaces available. Fully private space can also be reserved for a standing cocktail style reception up to 80 guests.

Play Food & Wine

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

FOR THE TABLE

frites$9.00

Le Coprin mushrooms$12.00

chips & dip$12.00

warm marinated olives$11.00

crispy Brussels sprouts$11.00

fried mushroom dumplings$10.00

grilled sourdough$5.00

CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE

featured charcuterie$21.00

artisanal cheese$23.00

mixed cheese & charcuterie$42.00

RAW

veal carpaccio$23.00

rainbow trout crudo$21.00

SMALL PLATES

roasted sweet potato soup$12.00

gem caesar$19.00

seared scallops$35.00

burrata$27.00

falafel$21.00

LARGER PLATES

fennel ash gnocchi$26.00

cedar pappardelle$25.00

crispy pork belly$27.00

grilled beef striploin$36.00

baked mackerel$29.00

Sparkling

Blanc de Beckta, Cave Spring, NV$14.00

White

Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Palagetto, Tuscany, IT ‘23$13.00

Verdejo, Bodegas Comenge, Rueda, ES ‘23$13.00

Riesling Kabinett, "R" August Kesseler, Rheingau, DE ‘22$15.00

White Blend, "Irréverence" Pearl Morissette, Niagara, CA ‘20$17.00

Gewurztraminer, "Raw" Weingut Malat, Kremstal, AU ‘21$19.00

Red

Cabernet Franc, "King Street Vyd" 2027 Cellars, Niagara, CA ‘21$13.00

Pinot Noir, “Signature” Domaine Queylus, Niagara, CA ‘19$15.00

Gamay, "Glou Glou" Jean-Baptiste Duperray, Beaujolais, FR ‘23$15.00

Barbera, Vigneti Repetto, Equilatero, IT ‘21$16.00

Chianti Classico, Villa Calcinaia, Tuscany, IT ‘20$20.00

Cocktails

CANADIAN FASHION$14.00

Alberta Premium Legacy Reserve$15.00

J.P Wiser’s 18 Year$24.00

CRIMSON FIELDS$18.00

DOS COCOA$19.00

PLAY PISCO SOUR$18.00

MISTRAL WINDS$18.00

VEIL OF ETNA$19.00

Beer

Broadhead Light Lager$10.00

Beyond The Pale Clean Cut$10.00

Beyond The Pale California Common$10.00

Collective Arts Beyond Reason Micro Pale Ale$10.00

Collective Arts Local Press Apple Cider$10.00

Broadhead Amber Ale$10.00

Dominion City Sunsplit IPA$12.00

Spirit Free

Flora Fizz$13.00

N/A Bellini$15.00

Silver Swallow Sparkling Wine (5oz)$8.00

Collective Arts N/A IPA (355ml)$7.00

Collective Arts N/A Guava Gose (355ml)$8.00

Perth Pay N/A Lager (473ml)$9.00

Sparkling Water (750ml)$8.00

Juice (Orange / Apple / Cranberry)$4.00

Pop$3.00

Fever-Tree Tonic / Fever-Tree Soda$5.00

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