The Rowan

The service was great but did not find the food to be that spectacular. We expected better from a restaurant rated this highly. We ordered Trofie pasta from the dinner menu and while the presentation was good, the ingredients fresh, the flavour just wasn't fully satisfying. It was a warm comfort dish however.

The shrimp cocktail was a build-your-own lettuce wrap with a few pieces of shrimp that was too tart with the sauces provided. The dessert of lemon shortcake was two dry pieces of cake with whipped cream in between and overpriced for what it was.

Amazing service, they really go the extra mile to help you. Limited food choice but the quality of the service more than compensate. I highly recommand for casual / relaxed hangouts.

Great ambiance and a nice cozy location down on Bank Street - if you have been to the Fraser Cafe then you know what to expect when it comes to the food. Fresh ingredients in flavourful dishes, served with an eye to presentation - the wine list isn't exhaustive but you won't be left wanting for pairings with your dinner. Their scallops are fresh and juicy and the pork pie is rich and flavourful.
Highly recommended - a great dinner out in Ottawa

Fantastic food from appetizers to desserts! Outstanding customer service as well. This is a gem in the community :) I loved how all the flavours were mingling but not overpowering each other, the chef is a genius! I should have asked where they get their pickled zucchini, such a nice touch to the dish. The scallops were tender and moist, the duck was to die for, everything on the plates was absolutely in perfect harmony with the main attraction. We were so excited about the food, we didn't even take any pictures :)

The Rowan is a decent place to get a lunch. We found the service to be friendly and engaging, but the food was very slow in leaving the kitchen. The salad also came with barely any dressing on it, and we had to ask for more. I would recommend the raspberry lemonade spritz, it was perfectly balanced in its sweetness and crispness. The prices were good, and the place has a charming atmosphere with an open kitchen area.