422 Bronson Ave, Ottawa, ON K1R 6J6, Canada
Custom & creative specialty pizzas along with donair, wings, burgers & subs served in basic digs.
What do you get when you combine a prairie girl and an east coast boy? You get the best donair place! Never did I think I’d be saying somewhere outside of Nova Scotia makes the best Donairs, but there you go! Most of the east coast Donairs places use prepackaged meat and sauce. Halifax Donair makes their own sauce on site and the meat is prepared specifically for them to the old standards. You walk into the restaurant and the familiar smell of sweet sauce, meat and all the other goodness of great food reminds me of home. You get a cheery hello and your eyes take in all the nostalgia of east coast decor along with the melody of familiar east coast tunes. If that was the only thing good, I’d probably come back just for that. Luckily the food is so good and we keep coming back to enjoy the taste, smells and sounds of east coast living and conversation. If you’ve ever wanted a little taste of home or wondered what the heck is a donair and why are people out east so obsessed with thief, you don’t have to go far-just down to Bronson St to a small quaint gem of a building. Run, don’t walk, and get you some good eats from the best part of Canada.
Took my dad from Sydney mines here for dinner, both of our first time. Neither of us have had a proper Halifax coast donair in years. We both give it a 10/10. Everything about it was just right. He said it tasted just like home. We will be back for sure:)
Loved my donair, tasted like I was back home. If you're from the east coast you need to go here. The atmosphere, music, friendliness of the staff took me right back to Nova Scotia.
Absolutely loved my Halifax donair! The flavours were incredible—perfectly seasoned meat, tomatoes and onions, and a deliciously sweet sauce, with crispy fries on the side. The service was amazing and super friendly with east coast music to vibe to. Highly recommend this spot for anyone craving an authentic and tasty donair. I’ll definitely be coming back for more!
DANGER: Use may result in heavy breathing from a full stomach and questionable coloured stains on your shirt. Be careful when eating in a suit. I moved from Halifax 30 years ago and last visited 15 years ago. I had a sudden craving for the crown jewel of Maritime Ambrosia. Some would lie and say that is lobster, but us gentlemen of culture (as well) know it is the Halifax Donair. The store is decked out in everything about the greatest province in the known universe. I heard maritime music playing as I approached the counter, as one hears angels in Heaven or Valkyries upon entering Valhalla. If it had been the Rankin Family playing, I feel I would have raptured, and my soul would have overnight expressed back to fishing on the Musquodoboit River. As I did not rapture at this time, I ordered a large donair and a water. I was tempted to order a flavoured drink, but why drown out the flavour of the donair as it goes Full Send into your taste buds. Besides, it's not Sussex gingerale anyways (they're working on that). The donair is exactly what I had been missing in my life the past 15 years - meaty, messy, sweet, and a moderate adult situational experience. The sauce isn't overwhelmingly sweet nor overwhelmingly vingary. The meat is a solid chunk of delightful love-handle inducing regret. I hear they're working on getting lobster rolls. I can only get so turned on before a waiver may be required.
This little gem in Ottawa was a nice find on our travels. We ordered pizza, garlic fingers, and a small donair to have a good variety of the offerings. Bacon already on garlic fingers was a nice bonus and pizza had the home made touch. The winner however was the donair. Unique offering in this region that you will find hard to get outside of nova scotia. The owner is a down to earth cape bretoner who is passionate about food quality. Try it out you will not regret it. : )
I can’t even begin to explain how nostalgic, delicious and wonderful this place is. If you’re looking for a real east coast feel, look no further. The donair was the best east coast donair I’ve had in many years, also the garlic fingers (which I can’t get anywhere near where I am) were fantastic. Along with a wonderful atmosphere, featuring amazing east coast music, were absolutely fantastic staff. Friendly, caring and full of easy coast charm. Thank you for bringing me and my husband down memory lane.
This place is AMAZING. The food is fantastic. I’m from Newfoundland and don’t get donairs as good as that in Newfoundland. The food is homemade and very fresh. The staff are super friendly and accommodating. The atmosphere is great with music from the maritimes/Atlantic Canada. If you are near Ottawa you absolutely have to try them out. You won’t be disappointed.
Food atmosphere and service was amazing. When I went to pick up my meal the atmosphere felt like I was home. Excellent cx service highly recommend
Authentic Maritime Comfort Food. The Donair meat was both seasoned perfectly and had a beautiful texture. Best Donair in the city.
Good to see that people who love this place are keeping it going after Gus retired. As always the donairs are great, the staff are friendly. One of my favorites and Im not from doen east
The donair was amazing. Great texture, tonnes of meat and incredible flavour.
I live in the area after reading the reviews I place a pizza order and their Donair and was Not disappointed you now how a new long time customer The mozzarella cheese taste like mozzarella lol the sauce was tasty the pizza pie itself was light not heavy . Donair had this nice sweet sauce that worked well with the generous amount of meat with its spices that were not overpowering. Fantastic job guys
You guys took way too long to prepare the pizza and the pizza didn t even taste good and was the greasiest I have ever had.
Excellent taste of home! loved the food and the service was second to none!!!!!
Amazing food, amazing service, I absolutely love this place
We moved here from Halifax a couple years ago and what a treat it was to have a donair that tasted just like home. The meat and sauce were just right. Definitely recommend!!
Can t believe how good it was! Got this on my way to the train station heading home and it was the best decision ever! Sooo good! Don t miss out on the egg rolls - Absolutely heavenly! And it s Halal!
Centertown Halifax Donair & Pizza is the ONLY donair restaurant/takeout place in the entire of eastern Ontario and west Quebec that knows how to make a proper east coast donair. If you are just visiting Ottawa go to this restaurant/takeout before you leave. They are a game changer for takeout in Ottawa. I could go on all day about this place and I would not do it justice. Great food, great service, great atmosphere, polite + friendly staff. Great eat in experience. When this place becomes popular you will regret not visiting before they got busy.
Best donair in Ottawa. The owners treat you like family.
Like being back home
Its like being back in Halifax. Great little spot with great food.
$9 walk in special pizza is really worth the price.
Love the atmosphere and the service; the food is great too.
Donair was interesting with a sweet sauce to counter the savory spicy meet. Sauce was partially overwhelming with how much was added. Took 30 minutes to serve the food for a group of 8, with no one else ordering food. Relatively slow service given the type of food ordered.
Very easy coast!!
I can t believe the ratings on here. I got a regular sandwich and it was so small. Literally no special taste in the donair and more than half was burnt.
Best pizza around ever!!!! Really nice employees. Went in not knowing they closed in 5 minutes but they still served me. Having worked fast food before I really appreciated the effort they put into making me food when they could have said they were closing. 10/10 keep it up centertown Halifax
Best donair in the city. Not even up for debate! well done you guys! Food
As someone who has lived in Halifax and eaten many Donair in my time, this place is the best Donair I have ever had outside of Halifax. The sauce is perfection and the Donair was everything you needed and more. It brought me right back to the good old days of living by the ocean. Do not sleep on this place.
The East Coast Donair is really the greatest sandwich ever. You have not had a donair unless its from the East Coast. I say this as a person who is not from the East Coast. Only minor complaint here is the fries, looking at the photos they have served a variety over the years, hopefully they will go back to something uncoated or fresh cut. I got some coated stuff last time and they were pretty bad. Does not stop me from ordering an unhealthy amount of donairs.
Food was great. Generous amount of meat in the sandwich, wings tasted great.
Great authentic eats coast donair. The specials are great value. Try the regular donair wrap and donair egg rolls. Vegetarian options: Not really any veggie options. Parking: Somewhat limited street parking. Youll probably have to park around the corner on a side street which may or may not be free depending on the time.
Just had the most amazing experience at Halifax Donair! Food was absolutely amazing, better than many Halifax Donair places (many think impossible but it truly was!). Recommend to everyone in Ottawa! This little place now has a special place in my heart(and stomach)!
My first time coming here, and had passed by once or twice. I got a large donair platter, and it was HUGE! I was very impressed by the amount of meat given and the taste was amazing!! Definitely going back again!
Made an order through skip the dishes who messed up and failed to pick up and deliver our order. Received a call from restaurant who arranged for them to personally deliver. They went above and beyond to provide excellent service. The food was amazing as usual, best donairs!
This place has the BEST Donair in Ottawa, hands down.
Food was amazing. Great service. Will be back for sure
Simply the best Donair and garlic fingers Ive ever had! The place made me feel back home in the Maritimes!!!
Still the greatest sandwich in the whole world and the best place to get them in Ottawa. Haven t been in a while after moving away but I came back and this was my first stop. It did not disappoint. If anything the Donair is better than I remember! The meat is flavourful and plentiful, the ratios of meat to bread to veg is perfect, and the sauce, oh that sauce, it s the nectar of the gods. And the staff were SO friendly. I m In my happy place right now
The best donair in the town Thank you for sharing your kindness with me. Food
If you are looking for the Original Nova Scotia Donair taste from the 1980-90s they these down homers have it!
excellent donair, it was my first time and definitely will return for more amazing donair.
Very cute and cozy atmosphere with very friendly staff. Food was on point. Will definitely go back.
Donair was best Ive had in Ottawa. And its not close. Amazing Food : 5/5
Wasnt able to bye inperson. Wish all the best. Roman, your neighbour
I just want to say there donairs are so good. I am from down east. It was hard to find a good donair place, but this place was it.
Excellent garlic fingers and donairs. They have super friendly staff as well!
Friendly atmosphere with good food served by even better ppl
Family owned and super nice people Absolutely amazing donair probably the best I have ever eaten. The sweet sauce I got on the side as I usually don t get it because I hadn t found one I liked. I am glad I did the sauce is amazing. My donair craving is definitely satisfied now Ordered a side of wings and they were very tasty as well. Very cozy east coast atmosphere I will definitely go back for more as long as I am working in Ottawa. This is a nice little place that makes great food and has amazing service Thank you for the experience I will be back for more
delicious large Halifax Donair, in my opinion better than those I ate in the maritimes, delicious meat, spicy to perfection and excellent sauce. a big five stars
This restaurant was great when Tony ran it. The new owners have taken it to the next level! The food is delicious - the donair meat is juicy and cut thick; combined with their donair sauce and veggies, it all comes together to make their deservedly famous pizza and wraps. And, there is Terry-Lynn - you will be hard-pressed to find anybody who puts in as much heart and love into her food and business as Terry-Lynn
Great Nova Scotian atmosphere and donairs are the most authentic to what I remember from Nova Scotia.
Outstanding. Scratch made food, and its perfect.
A bit pricey but worth it for the best authentic Halifax Donair and garlic fingers in town. The sauce is perf
Real Halifax food :) this is as authentic as you can get!!! The food, atmosphere and owners are amazing. Terry-Lynn is so personable she makes you want to come back just for the service she provides. We will be back and highly recommend!
Amazing food, service, and atmosphere. I found the donairs to taste better than the donairs you will find in the city of Halifax.
Love it, the food is amazing, try the donair poutine
If you are looking for an east coast donair in Ottawa and want to feel welcome and comfortable - this is the spot! Thanks so much for a great lunch! Food
You will not find a better donair anywhere in the city, the staff and service is outstanding .. just a great vibe.
I tried their Halifax donair combo and it was seriously good! I had never tried an authentic Halifax donair and I really enjoyed it, theyve got me as a convert! Also, when they say large, they arent kidding, it was absolutely loaded with meat and bursting at the seams like an overstuffed burrito! Otherwise, the fries were decent, the coated kind, likely of the frozen Cavendish variety, they were numerous and I enjoyed them as well, the donair is the real star here though!
The donair was heavenly as usual, the service is always fantastic and friendly. I do enjoy coming to this place and experiencing the welcoming atmosphere. One thing is Wish we had real cheese curds for poutines!
Amazing taste from back home.
If I lived closer, I would probably eat here every week! It s so delicious. Each time I m in Ottawa, eating here is on my agenda! The owners are always present and friendly. make this place a lunch or dinner stop one day! Food
Anyone missing the east coast needs to give it a try. Donair was perfect, the poutine was exactly like youd get out there. The decor was lovely, the atmosphere was wonderful, the service was incredible, and the prices were surprisingly cheap
Gawdam that was delicious
The donairs taste just like they do from Pizza Corner in Halifax. I cant wait to go back!
A little taste of home is always appreciated. Friendly service Food
Ive been meaning to try this place for years. Its not easy to find an authentic Maritime donair. This place is a must try. It was extremely delicious. I will be going back again.
This is a real maritimer s gem in the capital. The food, the service, the decor, the nice owner everything just reminded me of Nova Scotia and the maritimes in general. I m not a fan of Donair myself, so while my husband orders some I go for their delicious pizza and the incredible garlic fingers. Highly recommended
Perfection! I am so happy to have discovered this little gem. The donair on pita was delicious. The meat was perfectly seasoned, the tomatoes & onions were fresh and the sauce had the perfect level of sweetness. You cant get more authentic Halifax donair on pita than here. The owners are so welcoming. The restaurant was really clean. Perfection!
Really nice place to have a donair it was my first one and not my last! Would definitely come back for more!! Staff is awesome treat you nice and even bring your food at the table and come pick it up when you re done Highly recommend this place
Love it best Donaire hands down
For was exceptional and sweet sauce was amazing. Definitely coming back
Loved it.
Really good service. Food is delicious. Music is awesome. All around a great place.
Had a craving for a donair and this place did not disappoint.
Wow!! I am a huge fan of Halifax donairs, and I am so happy to have found this place in Ottawa. Service is incredibly friendly, and the donairs were the best I have ever tried! The special for two was a great value at only $10/person!
Huge Portions these folks are legends
Amazing as usual.. still the best and original Halifax donar... wouldnt go anywhere else.. thanks for keeping east coast alive and strong
A friend treated us all to beef donair tonight. Never had one from here before. The best Ive had in a very long time. Do yourself a favor and try it out. Alot of meat and the perfect sauce. Tasty bread too
Its real ..true scotian donair. I was missing a taste of home..will be back for sure
Pricey...
The donair is amazing I havent tried anything else because I like the donair so much. This is a must try location. Owners are really nice too.
A GD treat!
Pizza and donairs are quite good, and service is always friendly. Hard to get there at the hours theyre open. 11-6/7 is not pizza primetime. Called today (Saturday) at 5 and it went to voicemail. Message says theyre open until 7 on Th- Sat. I assume they had a staffing issue or something. Disapponting, as I was going to pick up a bunch of donairs to bring to my Maritimer buddies :/
My favourite place in the city! Authentic east coast donair, amazing pizza and the greatest people! I go at least once a week
Went in for my first time trying a Donair. 10/10. Very messy but was absolutely amazing, one of the best things Ive tired in years. The service was great and the atmosphere was awesome too, loved the music. Would definitely recommend stopping by
The only complaint I have is that they close at 7pm. They have the best donairs and garlic fingers here in Ottawa, their donair sauce & garlic sauce is amazing and they serve the right amount of meat with their donairs. The only downside to this place is that they close early, I really hope they expand their hours, every weekend we usually end up wasting our money at different places trying to find a good donair or one that taste similar thats open around 10-11pm and they never end up tasting good, Please expand your hours Thursday- Saturday Maybe add chicken donairs or wraps to your menu, on the days when we do order here I usually have to order some of my family members chicken donairs or chicken wraps somewhere else while the rest of us order our beef donairs & garlic fingers from here
I listened to the The Secret Life Of Canada podcast episode that talked about the history of the Halifax s donair and immediately had a craving for one. I googled Halifax donair in Ottawa and this place came up. We got the donair amd garlic fingers. Both amazing. The garlic fingers changed my life. 5/5
Garlic fingers and donairs are straight out of halifaxs best donair shops. I will be back soon and probably ordering more than my fair share. Keep up the good work!
I just found this place, been there twice now, cheap and love the food and cheese blend, the atmosphere and staff is really good
Finally a place in Ottawa that makes a good halifax donair!
The greatest donair in the city
My husband and I are from NS and it was great walking in and enjoying the maritime atmosphere from the pictures to the music. We had to order the Halifax donairs to see how authentic they were and we were not disappointed. They are right on the mark and absolutely delicious just like we remember. We will be coming back again and again. The customer service is top notch. Great place to get a little touch of home.
Authentic maritime donair experience, will go again and again!
Quaint little place right off Bronson, with tasty Halifax Donairs to satiate your appetite. Def worth a try, youll get hooked.
Family came over and brought some halifax donairs. They were incredible. Juat like we remember from our yearss in the maritimes
Best place (maybe only place?) in town to get East Coast-style donairs and garlic fingers. Been coming to them for years, we love them. I ordered through an app and realized too late that I had ordered with little time to close. They made it anyway so that says a lot to me. Thanks guys
Always awesome to stop in and have some east coast flavors!
Recently found this place close to my work. They have the best donair I ve had in Ottawa. If you like a saucy traditional east coast donair, you have to try this place
I ordered a donair for delivery tonight. Best one I have ever had in Ottawa! Definitely reminded me of same ones down East!
This place is one of centretowns best hidden gems. The halifax donair here is just that good. The service is super friendly, reasonably quick. The inside surely is unique and very Nova Scotian. This donair shop is certainly worth checking out.
As a Nova Scotian, their donairs truly hit the spot, tasted just like from home. Amazing service and great price for the value.
The donairs hère are just as good as I had back home (I.e., those at KOD). The service is also immaculate. I highly recommend coming here to any Nova Scotian that s found themself away from home!
Very authentic donair lacked sauce and too much meat but delicious all the same!
As a Nova Scotian I was seriously missing donair when I moved to Ontario. This is definitely the real. The donair I had was messy and delicious just like it should be. Service was great too. I ll be back for another donair fix soon!
Tasty donairs Halifax style.
Poor packaging everything is dismissed, and the sauce spills out. The taste is terrible. Food
Daaaaaaamn!
Nice spot! I took some of the old folks to try donairs for the first time. I explained to keep your elbows up and eat over the plate but they dont listen... they said they loved it and now we are heading back to Pembroke to do laundry. Thanks folks. Love the music.
Same great taste and quality as Donairs and Donair Pizzas from Halifax, specifically Pizza Time on Pleasant Street in Eastern Passage NS. Highly recommended. Only thing is you have to park on the street.
I enjoyed a lunch here today. Great donair and top notch service! Really nice atmosphere.
Their donairs are to die for!!! Soooo much meat. And the sweet sauce is dynamite...keeps you coming back for more & more.
Excellent donairs!! Great service and very friendly
Authentic Halifax donair and cheesy garlic fingers. Will go back to try more!
After seeing the awesome reviews my wife and I decided to tour into Ottawa to try the Donair. We each had the platter and it was amazing. Never having a Donair from the Maritimes I will say that it was the best one I have ever had anywhere. All the food is made in house, super fresh and that sweet sauce was perfect. There is a reason they give you a bucket of napkins... What a delicious mess. The owner gave us fantastic service, chatted with us and gave a little background on the business. Great atmosphere and the music is traditional eastern coast. Cant wait to try something new next time. Paul & Meghan.
This place has the best donair in town. So delicious!!!
Cant get better donairs anywhere in Ottawa!
Great friendly staff, possibly the most accurate Halifax Donair in town
Fantastic Donairs!! And the people are lovely! @engravedstationery for printing Food : 5/5
Ive been eating here since it was originally Tonys Donair, The only thing that has changed is owners and let me tell you Terry - Lynn from center town pizzeria is amazing, she will go above and beyond to ensure youre satisfaction. They are kind and attentive to detail, they really give you a excellent foodie experience leaving you wanting more. The only real authentic Nova Scotian experience. So if youre yet and hungry gather your family and friends and go indulge in the best original DONAIR EXPERIENCE. PS dont forget lots of napkins.. Thank you Terry -Lynn
So delicious and the sweetest owner you will ever meet !
This was horrible. I do not believe people who review this place positively have actually been to Halifax where I lived for 18 years. My donair could not be eaten as a sandwich. The meat, though generously applied, was soaked in way too much sauce making it like handling wet tapioca. The undersized pita was rubbery, and even when I asked for utensils I could not eat this donair because I could not cut through the pita. A donair should be able to be eaten by peeling the foil and/or paper and taking bites. For this to be possible, the pita has to wrap the full way around the contents forming a tube. If the pita essentially goes 1/2 to 2/3 around, and if you use way too much sauce, you get a slippery, sloppy concoction that cant be eaten without incredible effort. I tasted one piece of meat. It had too much black pepper, but was ok in flavour. The sauce was the right flavour and consistency, but the donair had around four times what is necessary applied, making this item impossible to eat. I would describe this donair as being closer to soup on a pita than what it is supposed to be. Affordable, but if you eat this you will need to do laundry and clean your shoes. Never try to eat this sloppy mess in a car. And as for cars, parking is an absolute nightmare in this area during lunch or supper hours. In Ottawa, there is no real Halifax donair shop besides this, but what they are making here is nothing like you get in Halifax on every corner from downtown to upper Agricola. I was not able to eat my lunch.
Phenomenal service and a happy environment. Always satisfied with the quality of food and the new menu additions. You can truly feel the love that goes into this place when you walk in. Thanks Terry-Lyn, we appreciate you!
After a long time we have tried Halifax Donair. And the Donair Poutine was really good. Same taste and flavour we used to have in Halifax.
Excellent service and the donair was amazing! It was my wife and I s first time eating a donair and we didn t know what to expect. We were blown away by the meat s flavor and spice, the sauce was sweet and paired well with the donair.
Amazing Donair!! Reminds me of back home...
First time Ive been back since new ownership. Same amazing donairs and atmosphere! Best donair and garlic fingers I have had in decades! Well done guys!!
I always get the Donairs here. Always great and tasty! The staff is very friendly. A great little place! Parking: On weekends can park on Bronson. Weekdays park on a side street and walk over.
Was super excited to find actual donairs and garlic fingers here! Definitely a must for any Nova Scotians looking for a taste of home
The stuff they got here is as good as youd get in Halifax, according to my friend who lived there for most of his life. My favourite item is just the classic donnair in a pita, if you want to try other things too, go for the garlic fingers, nachos, or egg rolls. My friend says those are the most common things people in Halifax would usually get.
Went there for the first time today and I will definitely be going back ! Being from NS myself, I really appreciate the cozy maritimes vibe and the donair was melt in your mouth delicious, and very inviting friendly service !!!
Reminds me of Nova Scotia and how Donaire should taste!! Love the taste but its a bit pricy thats why I only gave 4 instead of 5 stars because of the $$$
Real Halifax donair shop - if youre missing Pizza Corner, this is the place to go! Donair pizza had the real sauce too!
Fantastic donairs. I personally recommend buying, then sitting one in your fridge overnight. Microwave it the next day, and you will be in heaven. Only con is that its a bit pricy, though thats really just inflation catching up with everyone. Taste is perfect.
The ONLY place you should consider when ordering donairs.
Wow! Just scarfed down one of there famous Donairs, and DELICIOUS is an understatement..Ive been searching for a Donair this good my whole life! You gotta try them out.. Really cool people too!
If the King Of Donair is in Halifax, then the Queen Of Donair is in Centretown. First time trying this place out, had the garlic finger and donair special, and we will definitely be back. Great quality food, and great price too! (Food didn t last long, so wasn t able to grab pictures)
Authentic Halifax Donair.
Amazing food! For someone who is from Downeast, this has to be the best donair & garlic fingers I have been able to find up in Ontario and truly tastes like a down home donair!! ( the sweet sauce is a 10/10)
Very Good Value for your back, the Large is very appropriately Sized.!!! I easily gave this the five stars it deserved.!!!
Ok so coming from the East Coast you can not at all compair the Donair from Halifax to anywhere else.. when I first got to Ottawa I needed a Donair and quickly found a local pizza joint (not this place) and ordered a Donair.. well lol.. to my surprise they were asking me strange questions about strange toppings and weird sauces I had never heard of....(Donairs equil..Tomato, onion, Donair meat, sweet creamy halifax sauce and if you want cheese)...(no veggies or weird hot sauces or other offerings lol) (This just wasnt good at all) also I quickly realized Ottawa or not many places outside of the East Coast had or carried a Real East Coast Donair..(I thought a Donair was a Donair until I moved away) .. Then I stumbled upon this wonderful little place and my life in Ottawa has been changed.. this place is amazing.. They are not only selling Halifax Donairs but they also used to run a place in NS as well.. the food is top notch the Donair is 100% Halifax.. the people are amazing and treat you like family.. if your from the East Coast or want a real Donair or some other delicious foods then this is the place you have been looking for.. now I will provide this disclaimer the prices are not East Coast lol.. but non the less stool worth it.. Cheers to a wonderful restaurant serving Halifax Donairs...
Best donair around and they serve beer now. Great owners!
Close but not just there, they are making the wrong version of donair sauce, its more comparable to the squeeze bottle stuff you get at grocery stores out east. Too many places in Ontario use that version, im guessing because its the first version they see when looking up the king of donair recipe, but the actual version everyone knows out east, is the alternative version thats alot thicker. Donair sauce isnt ment to be soupy, its ment to be thiccccccc. This place gets it really close, but until we get the proper east coast donair with a mountain of meat, toppings, and DONAIR SAUCE (NOT SWEET SAUCE) on a pita, everyones gonna try to compare donairs to a swarma while trying to make claim its a middle eastern thing, not a martimes thing. Quebec is truly the great firewall preventing the rest of canada from having a true donair.
If you want an authentic donair, this is the place. I come from NB and it hits the spot. I will be back.
Real east coast Donair.
Last Saturday, my wife and I stopped by with our great friends Lisa and her mother Judy, to try the world famous authentic Halifax Donair and the very popular garlic fingers. We were over the moon with the down- home Atlantic Canadian welcome from Scott and Terri-Lynn. Our Donairs were super fresh and tasted amazing with the sweet Donair sauce. The garlic fingers were also top-notch as advertised. Lisa and her mom had the Donair salad and pizza and loved them. We also enjoyed meeting several other Easterners in this updated feel good restaurant. We will be back soon with friends and family for another great meal. Thanks.
Probably the best halifax style donair in ottawa. I enjoyed it. The Inside decor has some nice martitimes vibes. Nice amount of seating, staff is engaging and polite.
Excellent donairs, and the garlic bread is amazing too. Recommended!
As a East Coaster this place is great reminder of home. It feels very East Coast inside. Only wish they were opened for longer hours, Id definitely order more if that was the case.
OMG great food...the donair sauce was unbelievably delicious. Would have given a 5 but some of the meat on the donair was very moist and flavourful but some was a little too tough for my liking. The Poutine was very good and cheesy and the gravey was very tasty. Parking: No Parking out front..maybe side street.
I cannot begin to describe this place! First off best pizza in Ottawa hands down! And I loved the donair kebab, my first time trying it and I m glad I tried it at this place. Overall service was 10/10. Will definitely be coming here again and again
My husband and I found this amazing donair restaurant called Centertown Halifax Donair ... the best Donair I have ever had bar none ... sauce was Sweet with a subtle zing ... the tomatoes and onions were fresh and the donair meat ... OMG ... tender and juicy ... so delicious ... This is our new donair place! and the Owner is super nice! Cant wait to go back!
This place is under new management but they have the same great products so thats really good news!
I have found THE BEST authentic Halifax Donair Flippin EVER in ottawa, and they have beer too!!! Its called Centretown Donair and pizza, omfg I could die happy here. Any time youre around bronson/Gladstone end of centretown check it out you will seriously not be disappointed. The foods absolutely amazing and the service is that east coast youre part of the family now vibe and I really and truly could not be happier with my experience here. Im coming back daily until they chase me away :) hahahahaha
Came here on my road trip to Ottawa. Portions are good and the donair was good. I ordered the large donair and it was massive.
Very good food and service.
The food is delicious and the service is super friendly! By far the best east coast donair you can get in Ottawa. The combo of garlic cheese bread and 2 small donairs can only be beat by the pizza option! Vegetarian options: You can choose vegetarian pizzas or have bacon removed from cheese breads
I ve searched far and wide for a place like this. Brilliant East-Cost donair. Will be back many times.
Best donair Ive had.
Best Donair in Ottawa. Maritime decor, friendly staff, really good prices. Worth it.
Great customer service and delicious food. Today we were served donair and garlic bread by Terrilyn and we will be going back again.I would highly recommend to everyone!
Decent donair sandwich Extremely friendly lady at the cash
This is the real deal! Are you craving donair sauce, garlic fingers or just a friendly east coast style chat? Look no further. Short of flying out to Halifax this is where you get a seriously amazing and wonderful experience. Highly recommend!
A real Halifax donair in Ottawa. The sauce is perfect, the meat is cooked exactly as it should be, and the pita is to die for. Just go. Get a large donair and some garlic fingers, and then put on a YouTube video of Peggys Cove and go to Nova Scotia in your mind! Parking: No parking.
Best donair in the city by far. Also happened to walk in the other day for the walk in special pizza 9$ for medium pepperoni. Great pizza and a great deal!
You need to stop by and try the food here, very good food, very good prices, and very good service
Came in from Montreal and decided to try the place since we love east coast donair. The donair was delicious, fries perfectly crispy. Also got their lunch special small pizza, $9 for pizza and a drink is an absolute steal and the pizza was delicious!
Best Donair in Ottawa ever! the taste is original and simple. Like we say Less is more and Center town Donair do just that. The owner as well as the staff are great, welcoming and friendly, make you want to spend your entire afternoon there. Aside from their splendid menu they also have a little cozy bar where you can peacefully wash savour your meal with a sip of your favorite drinks. Highly recommended
Very good food and nice staff,I love the poutine there
This food is so delicious - but the hours are absolutely insane! I havent been able to get donair from them in a couple years since I work and dont eat before 6...how is a post-bar food only available lunch/early supper?
I recently returned from a trip down east where I tried my first east coast donair and loved it so when I found out Ottawa has an authentic place to get one I had to try and it did not disappoint!!! I got a large and it was definitely very filing, the donair meat was super tasty along with the sauce and the veggies were fresh and crisp! Will be back for more! Thank you!
If youre an easterner and you crave real halifax donair this is the place for you bye!!
New owners, same awesome unique menu from Halifax!!!
I had an excellent experience here and its my new go to spot for delicious and affordable pepperoni pizza. The owner is so sweet and welcoming, the atmosphere is bright and cozy (love the new renovations!). I used to go to Bronson Pizza but prefer the taste of this pizza now. Excited to try the donairs next.
As a person from NS... was very skeptical walking in. Decor made me feel at home, customer service truly resembles east coast hospitality. Prices are incredible and the quality... nailed it. *proper halifax donair sauce... no garlicy garbage... real sweet sauce...*
Excellent Food and Staff!!! If you are a fan of Halifax Donairs and Pizza, this is the place!!! Also has a Halifax, N.S. atmosphere. A Must Go To!!!
Great Halifax Donairs
Comfort food for anyone who s lived on the East coast. Absolutely delicious donairs in a quaint small establishment with great personal service. We ate in, took another order home and are already planning our next visit with friends.
The donairs are to die for!! Generous portions too!!
Love this place! Family run small piece of Nova Scotia in Ottawa with yummy donairs!
Had the large donair and fries. If you order the large... Really ask yourself how hungry you are. I thought the server handed me a rugby ball. Inside is cozy, staff is friendly.
Another awesome dinner! Great food and great customer service, husband is from the maritimes and spent a lot of time in Germany - Donair is his favorite - and they are great!! Thanks again for the yummies . OK another update from last night, Dec 15, 2022, so HAPPY again, everything was delicious, a hubby loved his Donair, and the pizza was the best I have had in a VERY long time. You are amazing, and THANK YOU! For making us so happy
Excellent donair!
always yummy friendly atmosphere
Being from Halifax, this is the only true donair in Ottawa. Soooo good.
Legit maritime flavours
Truly excellent Halifax-style donairs!
Best Halifax style donair anywhere in Ottawa.
Oh my god,,!! Beef Donair was so delicious!!
worst pizza ever - undercooked bacon and just cheap ingredients