EVOO Greek Kitchen in Ottawa

438 1/2 Preston St, Ottawa, ON K1S 4N4, Canada

★★★★☆
(1508 reviews)
Categories: Greek restaurant

About

Stylish, modern dining room offering elevated Greek dishes, brunch fare & cocktails.

Website
evoogreekkitchen.ca
Address
438 1/2 Preston St, Ottawa, ON K1S 4N4, Canada
Plus Code
97XR+MF Nepean, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday
12–11 PM
Sunday
10 AM–3 PM – 4:30–10 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Late-night food Small plates Spirits Wine
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Romantic Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Paid street parking Parking

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Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
1508 reviews

Most Mentioned

brunch (60) patio (33) lamb chops (23) fruit (15) avocado (14) halloumi salad (10) croissants (10) grilled squid (8) feta fries (7) poached eggs (5)
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109
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★★★
December 2, 2024

The food was delicious, but the portions were quite small. For example, the seafood board for two was more suitable for one person—just one seabass, a little octopus, and a few calamari. The service could have been more attentive, and the atmosphere was average.

★★★★★
October 24, 2024

We had the utmost pleasure in dining at Evoo this evening. The food was simply amazing. There were 7 of us and everything was perfection. If you are in the area do yourself a favour and make an evening of it and experience as many dishes as you can. They were all flavourful, and presented well. The service was excellent, showing up just when we needed something. Thank you Evoo.

★★★★
August 28, 2024

Cozy place, with optional outdoor seating. Outside isn't as nice as inside, but with the right weather it was worthwhile. Food was good, but the zucchini fritters were too salty. The flavours were good, and the dip helped, but otherwise we would have asked for new ones. The octopus is to die for, tasted lovely, and is extremely tender. Almost melt-in-your-mouth tender. I'd come back just for that. Without buying drinks, you'll spend $30-60 per person on a collection of shared platters. The menu is interesting, and this being the second time dining here I would like to come back a 3rd time someday. Two non-pictured drinks and all the pictured food was $100 for 2 people.

★★★★★
August 12, 2024

I decided to try Evok Greek based on a TikTok recommendation, and let me tell you—the food and drinks were so yummy! The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere, and the service was great. At the end of my meal, the staff even offered some recommendations for indoor activities in Ottawa since it was raining, which was a nice touch. The food was the best way to start my day, and the Evoo Greek spicy eggs (I hope I got that right!) is a dish I’ll be dreaming about. Great spot, and I’ll definitely revisit if I’m ever back in the area!

★★★★★
July 7, 2024

What a wonderful place for bunch. I know I'll be going back to see the evening fare for sure. The wait staff were all very calm and relaxed and the food arrived amazingly fast, hot and tasty. The Eggs Benedict with haloumi and avocado was a perfect combination. I'm glad we saved room for the Baklava too.

★★★★★
July 5, 2024

Been here a few times and the food is spectacular. Meat is fantastic and Greek salad a must. No AC so can get very hot when it’s humid

★★
June 8, 2024

Table booked at 730pm. We get seated at 720. We ordered Spinkopitaa Pita bread with 3 dips Main : chopped Greek chicken Took 40 minutrs 810pm Chicken finally arrived at 830 The last appetizer arrive 840 Waiter is still serving others while I asked previously for the bill Not a good experience especially celebrating birthday Portions are small. Seems like food is coming out in rush. Other table seems to have a bigger portion Adding photo so you can see how much chicken you got and yes appetizer come at the end

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

I rarely give a perfect score but our girls outing for brunch was superb. The food, the service and atmosphere weee without reproach. They even indulged our super long stay into early dinner time. Beef burger also had avocado and baked feta in it. Delicious!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2024

Really nice place with good quality food. Halloumi Salad, Grilled Chicken and Lamb Chops were 10/10. Just a bit overpriced but youre getting a good experience!

★★★
Local Guide
December 18, 2024

Food was good, bit after being offered 4 different beers, they only had one on tap. Seemed disingenuous. Disappointed.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

Excellent place, recommended. The entrances are quite large. Very delicious food. I would return

Local Guide
December 9, 2024

My group had terrible service for lunch a few months ago. I politely wrote them an email and never heard back...I guess they dont care because people will still go there for the food . Expensive but good food. If you dont have all day, dont waste your time. Theyve had opportunities to respond and make it right but never made the effort.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 2, 2024

Went for brunch today. Food arrived very quickly, and was yummy. Served with fruit and croissants. The server was very attentive.

★★★★★
December 2, 2024

Welcoming staff and super tasty food. Awesome place!

★★★
November 25, 2024

This place is frankly overrated. None of the plates lived up to the hype. The calamari was soggy and full of oil, the meatballs were dry and so was the chicken. Pita + dips and lamb chops were tasty but that was the extend of the good of the meal. The service was efficient but in no means friendly nor very welcoming.

★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

This used to be one of my favourite places in Ottawa. Now portions are small, prices are too high for what it is. I loved the Evoo from 5 years ago. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Wow, great food, great services. I didnt know it was so fancy. I think it was the best shrimp dish Ive ever had in Ottawa.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Vegetarian options: Vegan and vegetarian options Food

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Great food and service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

The Greek Kitchen is a fantastic spot with a cozy and inviting atmosphere that immediately makes you feel at home. The interior is beautifully decorated, blending modern elegance with authentic Greek charm, creating the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience. The food is exceptional, with fresh, flavorful ingredients in every dish. Each plate feels like a celebration of Greek culinary traditions, executed with skill and care. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a warm, intimate setting paired with outstanding food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Amazing food wow the head chef even came out to say hello amazing

★★★★
November 23, 2024

On the pricey side but thats the only down side.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

I recently dined at Evoo and was impressed. The Greek salad was fresh and vibrant, with ripe tomatoes and tangy feta. The Evoo fries were crispy and perfectly seasoned, and the baked feta was a standout rich and creamy, adding a wonderful touch to the meal. The meat was tender and packed with flavor. Overall, a delicious experience that I ll definitely repeat!

★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Weve been here a few times, and the first time we went we were really impressed. Unfortunately subsequent times it seems the quality of the food has dropped and prices have gone up making it less appealing as a date night spot.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

When me and my wife first went to this restaurant after our honeymoon in Greece it was like going right back. We are both huge Mediterranean fans and this is as good as it gets. The service is amazing which matches the food. Its our favorite spot on the city which is why go a few times a year. Do not look past this spot. P.S try the spanikopita

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Excellent food and service. Enjoyed the shareable experience, though we were just a little disappointed that there was little spread that came with our pitas, given there we 3 of us. But otherwise, very pleased and will be back! Dietary restrictions: Server was knowledgeable and ran through the menu to accommodate my gluten free diet. It was my birthday and though I couldnt have any of the desserts, she was kind enough to surprise me with a glass of sparkling rosé.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Celebrated another birthday here, food and service are always outstanding!

★★★★
October 23, 2024

Tasty, but pricey. Service was quite slow

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Went Thursday night for a birthday. Food came out quite fast, restaurant was medium busy but not too noisy which made for a great atmosphere. Food was delish and we got a refill on fries pita without even asking. Love this place!

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Our family had a great time , the food was delicious and the service excellent! I will recommend it and certainly go back when I can.

★★
September 23, 2024

The place is clean and the service is good. But, the food is extremely overpriced and not that good. 24$ for 4 small pork skewers is crazy. And it doesn t come with a side because you gotta order the side on the side. Because its supposed to be a sharing experience lol.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Delicious seafood, wonderful date night and the bartenders passion made this review easy. Always lots of parking in the area.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

I went to your restaurant Saturday night with some friends. It was a amazing time! The temperature of the restaurant was good and so was the music. Our table was in a great spot. Our waitress was very kind, she helped us with our wine questions and selection. I have been served by her before and I am always happy with her knowledge. I think her name is Brianna. We had the meat board with rice, avocado haloumi salad, potatoes and fetat fries. The lamb chops were so tasty! We were treated with some delicious greek spirits and dessert at the end of our meal. I love this restaurant, we will come back again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Very good food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Food is fantastic. Lamb chops especially. Wait staftbwere friendly and attentive

★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Seafood had the nice grilled taste. Good amount of spices. However, I found nothing unique about the dishes. $$$

★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Friendly place. Waiter did a great job of explaining the menu and made suggestions about how to order. We tried a good number of different choices and were not disappointed. Great place to explore new cuisine.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Even when I was making reservations over the phone, I could tell that everyone at the restaurant was very friendly. And so they were. They created a warm and friendly atmosphere while serving delicious food. The complementary fruit and bread plates were delicious, as were the entrees that followed. Highly recommend the trio spread with unlimited pita! Unfortunately, I can t tell you about the dessert because I was too full.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

It was good service was ok, we could no hear the girl who was serving us she was speaking so softly, in a restaurant it is so odd. We were seated outside it was not loud but we could not hear her. Like she was shy... But it was not it like she could not push her voice out of her body. You work in public service use your voice! Food was amazing. I would definitely go back.

★★★★
August 23, 2024

Just what I was looking for.

★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

The food was good, but extremely pricey. We shared a salad for 29. I loved the tzatziki though I did get an extra order to take home. Food

★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

I had not been to Evoo for a few years now. The food was still as good. I had not seen yet a payment machine for which the top starts at 20% with no option other than that to select 22%! I don t think this is right. Music was too loud.

★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Overpriced . The service was good. The food is very un-Greek. If you are expecting potatoes. You will be disappointed.

Local Guide
August 23, 2024

No ac in August??? Are you kidding me? 4 tiny lamb chops for 45? Absolute rip off and a horrible environment. People wonder why restaurants are going under yet places are over charging and making you eat in a sweat box

★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Food was a touch salty but I admit I often find most food salty. Drinks were good. They had the garage door out front open making it hot and humid inside. Would have preferred the door closed with the AC on.

★★★★
August 23, 2024

Food was very tasty but the service was really slow.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Love the place, the food is so delicious, and the staff are so nice ; especially Ramyn he is great

★★★★
July 23, 2024

Great service and good food with lots of options Parking: You have to drive around the off streets to get a slot. It took us about 10 minutes to get one. Food : 4/5 |

★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Lots of great plates to share. Service was very professional and knowledgeable. There is a reason it s very busy. Vegetarian options: Plenty of options, dips, salads Parking: You may need to walk a block or two.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

I was there for an engagement party. The customer service was incredible! The staff was very warm and welcoming..

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

We had a wonderful seafood trio platter for lunch with lemon roasted potatoes. The fish was fresh and beautifully grilled. We enjoyed this with a very nice Greek white wine.

★★★
July 23, 2024

Looked forward to EVOO as the reviews were good, but it was, ok. Food was, ok. Shrimp and chicken a little overcooked, spanakopita was good. Drinks were pricey. An ok experience, service was good, but we wont be going back there are lots of other options out there

★★★★
July 23, 2024

This place really is very authentic and the food is awesome. However mgmt really needs to do something for the temperature in the place. I hate to say this but when it is very hot outside dont go here until they put in air conditioning or more fans. I watch people leave because it was so hot. The hostess and the servers were sweating so much it is so sad that mgmt doesn t think of their customers or there employees. I really love this place but until the upgrade the restaurant i wont be coming back. I will see you all in the fall.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

The food was fantastic, service not so great but the quality of the food made up for it. Most delicious pitas Ive ever had, their Evoo salad was to die for and it was also the most delicious lamb Ive tried in Ottawa! Good portions too!

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

I recently dined at EVOO Greek Kitchen, and it was a delightful experience. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The menu offered a fantastic variety of authentic Greek dishes. Highly recommend the octopus it was amazing cooked !!!! One of the highlights of the evening was our waiter. He was incredibly nice, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. His recommendations were spot-on, and he made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal.

Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Our waitress expressed frustration at the end of our meal because only 4/5 people at the table tipped her, and that the tips were too low (we tipped from 5% to 15% each), and that she ll have to pay out of her pocket to the kitchen for them to cook the food or something? Really didn t understand. But it was unprofessional and a terrible way to end our meal. The service was mediocre, and the food took quite long. The food was okay. Nothing special and overpriced. Won t be back.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

I dont post often but when I find a gem location am more than happy to share my experience. The brunch menu exceeded my expectations pork belly and tomato benedict, poached eggs cooked perfectly. To top this complimentary croissants and a generous selection of fruit to enjoy. My first expresso martini which was a great recommendation to have with brunch. Ill definitely come again.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Went for dinner with a few colleagues on the patio. We ordered the saganaki (one of the best I ve ever had), loukaniko, grilled calamari, chopped chicken, lemon potatoes, and the spicy pita dip. Everything was delicious and it was the perfect amount of food for 3 people. Our server was great and even recommended a few places to go for drinks afterwards. Will definitely be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Well I just had the most authentic amazing Greek food I have ever tasted, originally from Montreal came to Ottawa and found this gem of a place, from the sweetest hostes youll ever come across the decor I felt I was in The island of Crete, the patio with plants hanging really thought I was in Greece And the food, well the food is really what its all about, and I tell you does not dissapoint Kalamari unbelievable probably the best Ive had never had kalamari like that in Montreal which shocks me Saganaki wow and are waitress Ellie did not dissapoint with the show, spectacular the most caring waitress youll ever come across the whole staff is absolutely amazing no clue where they found them but amazing service all around Lamb chops although at first were slightly over cooked, our waitress Ellie without hesitation took them right away and came back 15 minutes later with the most incredible lamb chops Ive had since Greece These owners know exactly what there doing Down to the cups exactly like they have in Greece If you wanna experience Greece and Greek food, Do yourself a favor and head down there, youll feel the breeze from Greece grazing your face, Head down and experience how Greek food should taste in Ottawa Thanks guys cant wait to come back

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Best lamb chops in Ottawa. Appetizers were excellent. Inside is a bit loud and we moved to the patio. Staff was very helpful on allowing us to move (admittedly there was enough space outside as it was a weeknight). The one person who ate sea bass loved it so overall 6 happy diners. No dessert because there was no room.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

I m going to rate this spot ok . The atmosphere and the restaurant itself are very pleasant. The food however, was not as great as I expected it would be. The trio of dips was tasty, but for 5 people, we didn t have nearly enough pita bread, so we ordered more, but still not enough. The upside of that is that there was plenty of dip though :). The spanakopita was sooo good, would definitely order that again. We ordered the Greek salad, feta fries, baked rice, and the mixed grill. The Greek salad was true to its name, but didn t have a lot of flavor. The feta fries were also very good, but lacked a bit of flavor as well. The mixed grill had plenty of meat to feed 5 of us, but it was mostly chicken, which was extremely dry and salty. We ended up having tons of the meat leftover (sadly-mostly chicken though). The lamb chops, souvlaki, and loukaniko were all very good though. Our server was very nice, but we didn t see a lot of him. Our water was empty for quite some time, and we weren t asked if we d like refills on any of our cocktails/beer. Overall, this wasn t the most amazing experience, but I d still go back and give it another try (I m a sucker for Greek food).

June 23, 2024

Terrible service. Had to flag down server just to order then several times to follow up on status.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Went here recently for a me date and it was lovely. The waiters and waitresses were particularly welcoming. Maddy was so sweet and thoughtful, Bianca was real chill, and Matt was very kind. This place is reliably very good; similar to my experience here years ago. Only I went a little later in the evening this time, to avoid any louder crowds. That way you can more easily enjoy the pleasant decor and great tunes while you await your delicious authentic meal. I recommend the avocado halloumi salad, the grilled calamari, the evoo feta fries, and the Greek dessert. Keep in mind, portions are quite big so theres a high likelihood youll bring leftovers home. There is some patio seating outside. Lots of parking close by. Would return.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

YUM! Love everything I have tried here, my favourite being the Rib Steak - its for 2 people, and me and my partner devoured it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Great service, food and drinks. What more could you ask for?

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Managed to come here on a busy Friday evening. We were promptly seated on the patio and brought water. We then ordered drinks from the bar & it took around twenty minutes to have them delivered. The food was tasty but the portions veered on the smaller side for my calamari, which I ordered as a main course. Also chose the moussaka which was truly delicious & decadent. The service was slow throughout the evening and I noticed other patrons having to flag down servers for service.

June 23, 2024

We came for dinner, paid $100 dollars for a piece of fish sliced down the middle, two pieces of squid and one single piece of octopus. Big waste of money. Not only that but they were clearly filming content for their Instagram or something and 80% of their staff was focused on the filming and not serving their customers. Not to mention the camera guy was in everyone s personal space. Would not recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

The food is absolutely superb! Quality ingredients and phenomenal service! The portions are very generous so it is good to get a few plates to share amongst friends!

Local Guide
June 23, 2024

This food took FOREVER to come out first of all and the portions are ridiculously small and the server told us its to share? Share with who? Kate Moss? For the price you pay for the food it is immensely lacking value and quality. Other tables who arrived after us got their food before us and then our server told us oh, its taking a little longer than usual. However if thats the case then why are the tables who came after us getting their hot food before us? Doesnt make sense. We had pita chips with three dips, half spanakopita and half chopped chicken. The spanakopita half serving was a joke and if I knew it was that small I probably wouldnt have even bothered with that over priced tiny little slice - which wasnt even worth the price either. The chopped chicken was not bad but you charge how much for that? And it took forever to come out. What also made zero sense was the tiny slice of spanakopita that came out AFTER the chicken when it takes less time to cook/bake than chicken does. Unless youre willing to drop like $300 for dinner for two people I would not recommend it.

★★
June 23, 2024

Disappointed in food for the price.. overall experience was good but won t go back as it was way to expensive for what get

June 23, 2024

Mice on the patio

Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Food quality and service are awful. Too expensive and mice evident

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

The lamb chops were amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

First time trying Greek food and it was great! Highly recommend the chopped chicken and Trio spreads. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

We ordered the half chicken and the garlic shrimp they were delicious! Also tried their appetizer trio spread and lemon patates they were really good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Extremely friendly setting to spend good times with family, friends or colleagues. Good food, generous service and very tasty. It was a great discovery!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Perfect spot on the patio to enjoy a delicious Greek lunch. A beautiful weekday, and the nearby tulips, made for a busy place, so the kitchen staff was probably overwhelmed. That said, will definitely return!

★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Good dining experience in the heart of little Italy. Food and drinks were lovely and the atmosphere was very inviting. A bit pricey on all the selections.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Amazing restaurant. Delicious food and outstanding service. Everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming.

★★★
May 23, 2024

Got rid of their best menu item and the best chicken burger I have ever had. The style of crust was so supreme. Usually, it takes away as filler, but no, it was only additional. Apparently, it was even a popular item on the menu. So, if you want an example of poor business decisions upon excellent potential, this was it.

★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

The patio was pleasant even though it was tucked around the side of the restaurant. The service was friendly and courteous but a bit slow when it came to our order. We had ordered the fish plater with grilled sea bass, octopus, and calamari. The sea bass was over cooked dry, and 70% of the grilled potatoes were chard burnt black. They seemed to have buried them under the fish so that they wouldnt be seen on the way out of the kitchen. When i asked our waiter about the burnt potatoes, he gave his apologies and nothing else. We also mentioned the dryness of the fish and blamed it on a new fish supplier. Please do not insult us with these comments.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Amazing food, drinks and atmosphere! Definitely a great spot for a celebration or date spot. Matt is an amazing server and makes customers feel welcomed while having fun. Would go back to be served by him!

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Great Greek food but pricey

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Only really recently started coming here after having visited once a number of years ago and after my initial experience, I had felt the place to be pricey while still feeling a little basic. What I can say now after having visited again twice in the last few months, is that Evoo has become one of my favourite places to have dinner in the city. Staff are nice and the team feels cohesive. The food is excellent, vibes are always fun and it s a different resto experience than other high end restaurants in town, without necessarily having to ball out. The Tzatziki, avocado & halloumi salad, and spanakopita all absolutely SLAP. The meats are generous portions and delicious. I m stoked to have made this one of my go to spots in Ott/Gat!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

We arrive from Niagara directly to Evoo, nice setting and great friendly service. Server recomendad and guide us through the menu. Grill boards where amazing we order one seafood and one all meat with fresh greek salad. Whave already mark Evoo for Our next visit

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Oh da nice experience we had! Our server was Mathew, very friendly, professional, generous. (He sreved our baklava, and expresso coffee for free !) The best Greek restaurant we ever been. Unique atmosphere, food,greeting. We are both so impressed . The money, bill we paid worth it a lot ! This place not comparable with others. Food are yummy, fresh, art on the plates . Eff haristo !!!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Excellent! Their meat and seafood dishes to share are wow!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

As usual, we always go to Evoo for many reasons... TOP CUSTOMER SERVICE AND FRESH QUALITY FOODS! Served by Matt always, we enjoy how kool he is, knows the menu very well, we have been going for a long while and we always take the same thing bc we love it so much and it is always consistent. My husband loves the Fix or Mythos beer, I love a simple diet coke!! Although today Matt introduced us to the lamb ribs ... really good, it is definitely going to be that again next time. Thank you Evoo for always sharing the nice flavoured foods and dessert and having Matt as our server.:) Sharon & John

★★
April 23, 2024

Recently went to EVOO for a friends birthday. Food was decent, though seemed expensive for what it was. Service was awful- was offered extra pitas to go with our dips, but did not get them. When the server came by to pick up our dishes, did not ask if we wanted our bill, and we ended up waiting half an hour just to get them- we had to ask another server to send our waiter over. Once we finally got our bills, we waited another 15 minutes for the server to bring the machine to pay. He then admitted to us that he had completely forgotten about us. Likely will not be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Fantastic experience. The service was perfect, the food fresh and delicious as well as the festive atmosphere. I loved my experience! I highly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Amazing service, amazing food and amazing drinks! We had a great time tonight. Our server was quick, helpful and super friendly. We got chicken, lamb, steak, octopus and shrimps, and everything was grilled to perfection! Everything was so tasty! We will be back!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kathryn was absolutely fabulous. She made our experience so delightful and memorable. Helped us with all our wine and the food was sooo good. Kathryn should teach being a waitress she was so good!! Five stars.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Great food and great staff

★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Food was good, nothing wow, but we didnt order any of the meat plates as we were on a budget.. our waitress was super nice! There were some guys next to us talking very loud, so that was not great.. but overall it seems like a nice restaurant to go for a date or in small groups. Halfway through the night, one of the waitresses distributed shots for everyone - a gift from the bartender he said - i thought that was pretty nice!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

If youre willing to splurge a bit, EVOO is definitely worth it. The food is undeniably tasty, though it might stretch the budget a tad. But honestly, we left feeling really happy and full. Its a solid choice for a special night out.

February 23, 2024

Food was shyt. The waitress was comically bad at her job.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

excellent fresh food, great service. Thank you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

The food is very delicious and the service is very excellent

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Very lovely restaurant. Most of the dishes are shareables so you really get a taste of everything The halloumi cheese is sooo delicious!! I had never had octopus before and it was very very yummy

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Everything was delicious. We enjoyed the seafood platter, a salad with halloum8 cheese, grilled veggies and a fantastic dessert. Fantastic atmosphere and the ladies washroom has extra supplies in case you forget something ( mints, Bobby pins, q-tips) which is such a uniquely thoughtful approach. Its a shade pricey but the quality is wonderful.

★★★★
February 23, 2024

The food was all delicious. The portions need to be larger for the amount of food I think.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

I went there the other night with a party of 10 for a 60th birthday celebration. This was my 1st time there and it was great!!! The food was a decent portion and flavorful. Our waitress Christina was absolutely amazing. What a great experience!!

★★★★
February 23, 2024

The food is very tasty and the service excellent. However the prices are very high. The Evoo board at $170.00 had more french fries than anything else. The steak was delicious but a bit grizzly. The grilled octopus and shrimp were very good. The price of wine is exorbitant...$17.00 for a six oz glass of average tasting Greek wine. All and all a very expensive night.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

We love this restaurant. The food is incredible and the servings are generous.

★★★★
January 23, 2024

We ordered the seafood platter, feta fries and spanakopita. It was my first time going there and the food did not disappoint when it comes to flavour! It was my friend s birthday and we got the cake which was also good. Apparently all of their pastries are homemade so that was a plus!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Great experience, good food, after Theos restaurant. This is the next choice for me. Service was great Philip, Raiden and the rest of the staff made our evening. Thanks

★★
January 23, 2024

Food was pricey but tasty. We ordered the meat trio with rice, saganaki and ekmek for dessert. Meat was tender and savoury. Delicious flavours. Rice was ok but meager for 5 people, same as saganaki which came with 6 pieces of slim bread. Ekmek was delicate, right amount of sweetness and great finale. Service was weird. Impersonal, distant. We received strange glares as if they were asking themselves why we were there. Very uninviting and cold. We did not feel welcomed. Not sure if I will ever be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Excellent food...worth the money in fact great value for the quality

★★★
January 23, 2024

Well... Meh. I had good food in my life, not today.

January 23, 2024

Mediocre and way over priced. But the service was great Food : 1/5

★★★
January 23, 2024

I had been wanting to try this place for a while but could never find a reservation. Anyway today was our lucky day. However when we first entered the restaurant it felt really chillyinside. we thought it must be because we were seated right infront of the main doors so we requested the host to move our table but the host advised us that the restaurant is always cold. Infact him and some other staff members were visibly feeling cold. Food was flavorful but overpriced and portions were not as generous. We tried the seafood board, fish was tasty but I was not able to enjoy the food as much as everything got cold too fast due to the cold temperatures at the restaurant.

★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

My husband and I hit up this restaurant for a dinner date. Its an ideal spot for laid-back hangouts but not really the fancy, romantic type. Tables are somewhat close to each other and it can get a bit noisy. We tried the seafood platter, eggplant spread, and lemon potatoes. Quick service, everything tasted amazing, except the lemon potatoes were a bit of letdown, although highly recommended. Prices are on the higher side, and we left slightly hungry despite ordering. Props to the waitresses for their helpful and prompt service, which added a positive note to our experience. Overall, a good place for casual gatherings, but the value for the cost might leave you wanting a bit more.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Amazing food, love the spicy feta cheese and the Evoo fries, service is good as well! The lamb chops and the chicken are a must have.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Delicious food, service was excellent - the server explained everything that was in our plates and checked on our table frequently. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting. We had a great time!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing experience

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Blown away by the quality of food here, its like taking a mini vacation to Santorini. Awesome service too, especially the server Joe who took excellent care of us, kudos for checking the wine I ordered and serving me a different, more expensive glass for the same price. Small things like that are what seperate Moxies and Swiss Chalet from the pros amazing experience all around!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

If you haven been here, you need to come. Service is excellent, food is amazing. Plates are for sharing, so factor that in before you get sticker shock.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Absolutely amazing food and service from Jasmine. Hats off to a great experience, to the chefs and Jasmine

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Delicious food and service in a very cosy atmosphere

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Meh,.. I ordered lamb.. not really impreso and the Services wasnt really the best. First time there and Im not sure if I would come back again.

★★
December 23, 2023

Their food is very simple, they look like appetizers

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Was expecting more but not dissatisfied. Food was good. Service was a bit slow but there was a birthday party and the staff were friendly and apologetic. Will likely revisit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great small plates!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Excellent dinner, we only chose starters of all kinds. The only downside was that the garlic shrimp tasted too little garlic, the rest was perfect. Impeccable service and charming terrace. Mervi!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Originally i just rated this place but after the managements reply, i had to come back and give credit to our server that he gets accolades where its due. Our server made our visit such a wonderful experience. Too bad i dont remember his name, but he was a short guy (probably hispanic or indian, pardon my guesses but i want to make sure you guys know who im talking about). We were celebrating my 30th birthday at Evoo and he took it up a notch by bringing us all blankets cuz it was a crazy cold day for a spring/summer day and made sure we were comfortable and even took great pictures of us, he said he is a professional photographer too, such a win. And came back with a sparkler on our dessert! Such a lovely experience, that Ill carry with myself and remember. To add to it, the food was great but I will really say he is such an asset to the team! Please give him my Thanks! We were in on the 13th May.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Wow full of flavour, decent portion sizes and you can tell it s real quality ingredients and for what I had I don t think the $70 price tag was bad at all. Really recommend this.

★★
December 23, 2023

My husband and I went and unfortunately did not have the best experience. Expensive plates that are quite basic and we were met with a cold greeting. Food was just average and customer service just was not it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Everything was really nice. i recommend it for special events

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The patio was great for a summer afternoon eat-out, the food and the service are both excellent. It is a bit pricy ($50/person for my instance) if you are just looking for a meal, but otherwise a worthwhile place to spend some time with your loved ones.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great food, excellent appies, good cocktails but pricey. Staff was very friendly and professional. Food was excellent overall hadva great time

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

*Not gluten-free friendly* I don t expect gluten-free options to always be available, but restaurants are usually quite accommodating. The following may have been a one off-experience, but I was disappointed by the lack of inclusion and respect for someone with dietary restrictions. Here s what happened. When I asked about gluten-free options, the server pointed out all the things I for sure couldn t have, and offered to substitute the bread for cucumbers in some dishes. I asked if there was another substitute available but was told it s not like I have gluten-free crackers or bread just for you. I asked about carrots, as they were on the menu in another dish. All I have is baby heirloom carrots and you wouldn t want those because they cost $15, I was told. We promptly left the restaurant and found somewhere else to eat that had more gluten-free options. I understand substitutes are not always available, but it s not acceptable to be rude to customers about it. With the prices charged at this establishment, I expected a much better experience.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing food amazing drinks amazing service amazing staff. It s obvious that everyone who works here has their heart invested. Simple idea that their good is made for sharing and it s such a great concept. Food was amazing you must try the lemon potato fingers they are soooo good. Thank you to you all for making our Saturday evening dinner in Ottawa so memorable They also accompanied all our dishes so my friend who s celiac could enjoy them all. Well done.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Wonderful evening at EVOO. Perfect spot for a friendly meal or a date. Simple and pleasant atmosphere, friendly service, well crafted cocktails and delicious food. Since everything on the menu seemed so appetizing, we relied on our waiter s recommendations. In order to sample as much as possible, we focused on the starters where we pretty much said YES! to everything offered to us. Other than the zucchini fritters, everything else was delightful. Looking forward to the brunch menu. Until next time.

★★★
December 23, 2023

Overpriced AF. Food was perfectly fine, but nothing stood out or seemed special. The zucchini fritters lacked in flavour and the texture felt like it had been reheated. The grilled calamari was nice. Potatoes and mushrooms were plain. Cocktails were unmemorable at $18 a pop (got the Ares and Chios). Service was perfectly fine, nothing special, waiter looked like he wanted to get out of there. Overall Id say its far too expensive and underwhelming.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Nice place. Slightly loud for conversations

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

LOVEDDDDD it here. Hostesses were very accomodating even though we had no reservation. Waitress was sweet, prompt and gave great service. The food was perhaps one of the best greek meals I have had! We started with the meatballs and grilled veggies. Then we shared the seafood board for two (calamari, sea bass and octopus). All was so very fresh and amaaaaaaazing. Atmosphere is clean and airy. Next time I am in Ottawa I will be back!!!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Place is cute but weirdly loud, its hard to hear the person across from you. I got the Greek toast and it came burnt .. I told the waitress and she quickly brought me a new one. The complimentary bread fruit and croissants are nice, but you pay for it in the price of your food Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We had the pleasure of EVOO catering our wedding held at our home for 60 people. Our guests couldnt stop talking about the food and service. They said it was the best food theyd ever had at a wedding and Id agree. People who dont normally like lamb were going back for seconds. The team was attentive to our guests, polite, and kept everything running well. I cant thank April and her crew enough for making our day extra special!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great food, service and drinks.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Im pleased to see that EVOO is thriving in this walkable restaurant district of Ottawa. Service was fantastic, the side-street patio delightful, and our roasted feta and peppers entree and steak absolutely perfect.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

All the items we ordered were fabulous. We enjoyed the trio dip, seafood, spanakopita, and salad. Servers were great and so friendly. Just wished the AC was working though.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I celebrated my bday here with 2 friends. I was surprised when I first came here because Evoo is not big but full of people. I also could smell the grilled meat in the air, which was an amazing smell. This is the first time I have been here, but the food and service were pretty much wonderful. I love the premium chopped lamb without the lamb meat smell. All the staff were nice and kind, and they all offered to take photos for us. Our server is Josh (a tall guy with a bald head) who served it with all kindness and friendliness and understands the menu very well. I m very pleased with it. I m not familiar with Greek food but I m knocked out by Evoo generally. I ll definitely come back to try the seafood here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great atmosphere, drink selection and food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This is a great choice for sharing very tasty food. It is not inexpensive but good value considering the excellent service and quality food. Reservations are recommended if you want to get a table.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very impressed with the quick and efficient service, delicious food and ambiance. I usually come here for the seafood but we decided to order lamb chops. They were cooked to perfection. You can t go wrong with their fried calamari and Greek salad. The dessert with the shredded phyllo, cream and pistachios was to die for!!! Thank you for a wonderful dining experience!

December 23, 2023

Had reservation for 5pm. Door was locked. Waited, no one opened the door. Got called 20 mins later asking if we were coming. Told them what happened, no apology, just notification of my reservation being cancelled.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best Calamaris I had in a while, people are very welcoming, service 10 out of 10

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Delish! So very much enjoyed this restaurant. The two of us opted to choose a bunch of appetizers to share with a lovely glass of wine. Everything we had was yummy and we were impressed how fast the service was, staff were attentive and helpful as we ordered, both for food choices and how many appetizers would be a good meal for two (they said 4, we ordered 5 because we couldnt decide what to leave out - turns out it WAS 4 LOL) I will go again I recommend making a reservation as it can be very popular.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great restaurant, Food served hot. Friendly service.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Delicious food, fun to share a platter. Can get loud because its a small and enclosed space, so dont bring someone hard of hearing.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Absolutely wonderful little spot on Preston with delicious Greek food. We had the grilled calamari, lemon potatoes, shrimp and sautéed mushrooms and each dish was exceptional. Great service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This place definitely strives to be five star. I felt all the staff were paying attention and on point. The portion sizes here are enormous, even for sharables. The two perso modifications to the meat platter is easily enough for four. Lamb was cooked perfectly. The lemon potatoes are wonderful. They run out of wines at times and need a bigger wine list in general. They also give you two options for salad, neither of which were suited for.someone with any dietary restrictions like lactose intolerance, but I still consider this place five star. Great place to take your partner on date, but dont expect privacy or a quiet environment. There are no booths etc. They also only serve two desserts but it is amazing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Awesome night out!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Everything was great, including service and atmosphere Lamb chops are worth the money Food : 5/5

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great spot ! Food was so delicious and service impeccable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Delicious dinner. We dont go out often any more. EVOO was a treat, and so tasty! Service was great. Food : 5/5 |

★★★
December 23, 2023

I recently dined at this restaurant and had an enjoyable experience overall. However, there was an incident where the waiter openly questioned my tip amount in front of my guests. This was unprofessional and made me uncomfortable. Tipping is personal and discussing it openly is inappropriate. Its disheartening to see staff feeling compelled to ask for tips. Despite this incident, the food and most of the staffs service were commendable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Everything was excellent. The seafood board was delicious, as were the dips and Greek salad we had. Cant wait to go back!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Food was delicious! Server was attentive and friendly! Even threw in free baklava for my birthday dessert! Can t wait to go back and have more lemon potatoes.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This vibrant venue is frequently bustling with customers, make sure you book ahead of time. However, the gastronomic treats more than compensate for the minor patience required. Despite the servings being not all that large, they are satisfying and mouth-wateringly delicious. The staff here are epitomes of politeness, creating an environment that amplifies our dining experiences by rendering them exceedingly delightful and cozy. Be mindful of your orders though, as the pricing is slightly on the higher end

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I had the pleasure of visiting this establishment that my best friend took me to, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed by the quality of the food. Undoubtedly, it offered the best Greek food I have ever had the pleasure of tasting. While the tzatziki sauce could use a minor improvement, everything else was truly exceptional, surpassing my expectations and solidifying its place as one of the best Greek take out I have encountered.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

One of my favourite restaurants

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Amazing food and terrific service. Sitting with a colleague of Greek descent who was very impressed with the dishes - that says a lot I think. Its not a quiet place to have a meal, so dont go expecting that, especially lunch during the holidays, but your tastebuds will love you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great food and atmosphere.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing place. Went with a large group for a bday celebration and everything was amazing. April and Elias and the entire team was just great. And the food was top notch. Will def be going back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food was spectacular and service was amazing. We are so well and the staff were all so friendly and inviting. I definitely recommend this establishment to any wanting some amazing food in large quantities. When they say its a sharing plate, its just that, enough food to share with many.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food was very yummy! No individual servings, only sharing plates, which worked ok for our group.