Fauna

4.8

1442 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

fauna is about the things we love: eating and drinking with friends and family in a fun space. Our menu is seasonally driven and we support local farmers and producers wherever possible. We love the neighborhood and the space and are so happy to be open in Centretown.

We like to have fun in the kitchen. We serve small plates so you can try more than one dish. We use local ingredients wherever possible. We’re inspired by where we live, places we’ve been and things we’d like to do.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Farm-to-table, Steak
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(613) 563-2862
Website
http://www.faunaottawa.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jon Svazas
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, “Fauna” can accommodate all your special event needs.

Location
425 Bank St., Ottawa, ON K2P 1Y7
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Frank St
Parking details
Street parking is available on Bank, Florence and Frank Street. Paid parking is available across from the restaurant on Frank Street.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Lamb ShankCA$48.00
apple butter / spatzle / brussels / celeriac / jus
Wagyu strip loin for twoCA$140.00
fingerling potato / kale / carrots / steakhouse mushrooms / jus

Dessert

Tiramisu affogatoCA$14.00
almond cake / vanilla ice cream / espresso / hazelnuts / frangelico
Pumpkin Pie CheesecakeCA$14.00
meringue / pumpkin seed brittle

What 1,442 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Best Ambiance
Ottawa
Good for special occasions
Ottawa
Contemporary Canadian
Ottawa
Best Ambiance
Ottawa
Good for special occasions
Ottawa
Contemporary Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Fauna in Ottawa is celebrated for its "outstanding" food and "knowledgeable" staff. The restaurant consistently impresses with "unique and flavourful" dishes, including the highly recommended ribeye and beetroot Wellington. Although some find it noisy and pricey, the "excellent service" and vibrant atmosphere make it a must-visit dining spot.

1,442 Reviews

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PaulM
Ottawa5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We both had an absolutely fantastic experience at Fauna last night. The server and the sommelier were both extremely helpful and friendly with all of our requests and questions. Thank you to the whole team.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Ottawa13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been coming to Fauna for many years now. It is our favourite Ottawa restaurant
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Chantal
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful dinner. The food was outstanding with amazing flavours and great wine suggestion for pairing. I would highly recommend the lamb if it's on the menu - it was simply the best! The service was great; we felt very well taken care of. Willl certainly return.
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Angela VIP
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible tasting menu with wine pairings for Valentine's Day! A local gem and our go to date night venue. Service is sublime and food is delicious.
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Anna
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolute perfection, from service to ambiance nothing was overlooked- but most of all the incredible art of this menu- perfect. It is always a beautiful experience, and I am so looking forward to our next visit. ❤️
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Corey VIP
Toronto23 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Nice ambiance. A little more chaotic than is typical, likely due to the set menu a Valentine's Day.
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Graham
Montreal1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I really enjoyed the Valentines menu and plan to return next year.
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Hayden
Ottawa8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful Valentine’s dinner experiences. The set V menu is well designed and the dishes are well presented. The wine pairings go along with the dishes. Service is superb. The atmosphere is cozy and chill. Highly recommended.
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OpenTable Diner
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service - prices were reasonable for this level of a - let’s say more “casual” - fine dining experience! I had a phenomenal cocktail and the shrimp toast was super delicious and memorable!
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Bruno
Ottawa3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was excellent. My vodka negroni was one of the best. My wife's gluten-free options were addressed to her great satisfaction. The octopus was grilled to perfection and fabulous never-heard-of veggies. Would be proud to bring my Montreal frieds to Fauna anytime.
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FAQs

Fauna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 563-2862.

Fauna is rated 4.8 stars by 1442 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 PM

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

425 Bank St., Ottawa, ON K2P 1Y7

Additional information

Cross street
Frank St
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–1:00 am
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Farm-to-table, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking is available on Bank, Florence and Frank Street. Paid parking is available across from the restaurant on Frank Street.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jon Svazas
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.faunaottawa.ca/
Phone number
(613) 563-2862
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, “Fauna” can accommodate all your special event needs.

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Fauna

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Menu

Raw

1/2 Dozen OystersCA$24.00

Scallop CrudoCA$24.00

Bison CarpaccioCA$24.00

Small

Shrimp ToastCA$20.00

Fried sunchokesCA$17.00

Waldorf SaladCA$19.00

Seafood ChowderCA$17.00

Main

BucatiniCA$38.00

Acorn SquashCA$39.00

OctopusCA$46.00

Lamb ShankCA$48.00

Wagyu strip loin for twoCA$140.00

Dessert

Tiramisu affogatoCA$14.00

Pumpkin Pie CheesecakeCA$14.00

What 1,442 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Fauna offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Fauna restaurant rated?

Is Fauna currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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