Dark Fork in Ottawa

Overall, I absolutely loved this place. it was a little anxiety inducing at first because having your sight taken from you is NOT a fun time for someone with anxiety (it s me, I m the one with anxiety). But once you sit and have a chance to familiarize yourself with the space it gets a lot better. I had the steak, and oh my god, it was delicious. I recommend doing the three course option for anyone interested in trying it.

Went there 2 days ago with a friend, and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience! We got a surprise 3 course meal (one vegetarian) and it was super delicious! The waiter, Jason, was kind and had the most gentle approach (super reassuring in total darkness!) The talking got excessively loud at time to the point of not being able to hear across the table and the waiters were quick to ask the patrons to lower the voices. There were also a few occasions where the curtains did not get closed all the way and we could see inside: this was amusing at first, and reassuring as the place looked neat/clean, but also somewhat annoying. Overall, it was a very delicious meal and a fun experience. I will definitely go again! :) Vegetarian options: Had a delicious surprise vegetarian meal!

What an exceptional experience, food was amazing and staff go above and beyond. Would highly recommend!

I went to Dark Fork with my husband for the first time last weekend and it was such a unique and great experience. I have always wanted to try this and I am very happy that I did. At first I was not sure if it would be too complicated to eat a three course meal in the dark but our server was amazing and made sure to help us through the process. It also gave me and my husband time to trully connect and not be distracted by our phones. Will definetly be recommending this experience to my friends and family.

I like how I can eat with my hands and not be judged

I have visited the establishment on a Friday evening, it started off very well. Our server, Jen was very kind, she was the highlight of the evening and made it very enjoyable. On the other hand, the atmosphere was very loud and overstimulating. For a dine in the dark experience, you can only imagine how your hearing would be heightened. Customers that day were very loud which caused a communication issue for the servers. On the other hand, the staff didnt handle this issue properly. They would either scream very loud telling us to be quiet, clap very loud, or slam plates loudly to get the guests attention I guess (I couldnt see so I cant explain the logic behind that decision lol). I wont speak for others, but I personally do not go to restaurants expecting to be yelled at. This happened at least four times which soured my experience, and my ears were hurting by the end of it because of how loud it was. I personally believe this could have been handled in a more sophisticated way such as using a bell or something more tame to grab our attention, they also didnt instruct us to talk quietly before we went into the dark area which contributed to the environment that evening. Also, some guests were using their phones which, as you can imagine, also ruined the experience. If i can give zero stars for the atmosphere, I would. Im glad I experienced it, but I would not go back. If I were to miraculously go back, I would only hope that I am served by Jen. Also, the food was mid, and not worth the price in my opinion.

Dining at Dark Fork was an experience like no other a thrilling, transformative journey that engages your senses in ways you never imagined possible. From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we knew we were about to embark on something extraordinary. The concept itself is so unique youre guided through a completely darkened dining room, where you are served your meal without being able to see a single thing. It s all about focusing on taste, smell, sound, and touch, creating an intimate and immersive experience. The staff, all of whom are visually impaired or blind, were exceptional, especially DAVE our server, as they guided us with grace and ease through the darkness. Everyones warmth and expertise were evident, and they made sure we were comfortable, safe, and excited to begin the sensory adventure. As for the food words can hardly do it justice. Without the ability to see the dishes, each bite becomes a discovery. Every flavour is amplified, every texture is more pronounced, and the combination of spices and ingredients is so much more profound. We choose to have each dish as a surprise, and the inability to visually see them only heightened the mystery and excitement. What makes Dark Fork truly special, though, is how it challenges your perceptions. Without sight, your other senses taste, smell, and touch are heightened, making you more attuned to the flavours and textures of the food. Every bite becomes an exploration, and each moment feels like an intimate connection with the meal and the people around you. Dark Fork isnt just a meal it s an experience that challenges, delights, and enriches your senses in a way that you ll never forget. I left with a deep appreciation for the power of food to evoke emotion and connection, and I ll certainly be returning to relive this unique, sensory journey. If youre looking for something completely different and life-changing, this is the place to be. Highly recommend!

- Food: Ordered the 2-course ($46). The steak frites were pretty good. The surprise starter was a salad which was decent as well. Overall, decent/good food but nothing mind-blowing. There was no option to pick a particular starter. - Service: Waiter was friendly and reassuring. - Ambience: Pitch blank with the exception of the faint light from the Exit sign. There are two sets of curtains meant to allow people to enter and exit the room but there were 1-2 instances of the light coming through because the curtains weren t fully closed. Thought the noise levels were fine. - Price to quality: Total came to $65 after tax, tip, and a small diet coke, which is reasonable given the experience. - Overall: Everyone should try dining-in-the-dark at least once. I also appreciate their mission to employ visually impaired persons. I have been to a similar restaurant in Toronto, and while the food was good at Dark Fork, it is not good enough to warrant a second visit. I think the surprise menu is a great idea but I would have preferred to pick my own starter. - AMEX: Yes

Wow!!!!! I cannot say wow enough! Moe has a real gem on his hands here. First, the fact that he has a contract with the CNIB for his wait staff is incredible and a wonderful advantage for the blind community to have workforce avenue. Dave our waiter. We bow to you Dave! You had us laughing and enjoying the night all that much more. The food.....spectacular! There were 11 of us for a work event and with a mix of all dishes that are offered, not a complaint in sight. We did the 3 course option, with Appetizer and Dessert a surprise and chose our entre`. What fun!!! Infact, only RAVES on food taste, quality and culinary genius. The atmosphere, all we expected and more. What an experience and true lesson on relying on our senses. I would recommend to everyone!

Was taken here as a surprise birthday dinner and it was everything we wanted and more! Amazing service by Saj and the rest of the team, great food, and good vibes. Definitely going to come back and would highly recommend to anyone!

Very unique experience, with excellent food.

Dining at Dark Fork was a unique dining concept, offering great food and excellent service from our server. We appreciated Saj s kindness, professionalism, and clear guidance throughout the dark. The flavors and textures of the food truly stood out in the absence of sight. If you re looking for a memorable dining experience, we highly recommend Dark Fork. You re guaranteed exceptional care and service!

What a beautiful experience and pleasant staff. Everything was amazing and we cannot be more thankful, we recommend you go ! Unfortunately I was ill during my visit and wanted to apologize and thank the amazing staff, our waitress Jen was fantastic and I m very grateful. Thank you to the reception staff ( sorry I didn t catch names ) as well you made my terrible illness experience easy to overcome. Terribly embarrassing for me and still felt comfortable. Thank you

Dining in the dark was an interesting experience, and for that alone I would recommend all to try! Aaron our server was exceptional. Very attentive to getting us acclimated with the loss of visual. Gave us some good tips on how to find our drinks, cutlery, etc. very cautious to validate our dietary restrictions with each dish. The dining experience lost all intimacy with how loud it was! While I can appreciate that may have partially been due to losing one sense and heightening another, it truly spiked the experience for us. It sounded like a table was shouting and we even had to ask the server to ask the table to keep it down because we couldn t have a discussion ourselves and hear each other. We both opted for the surprise two-course menu. The starter was a salad - same for us both. It was just what it was, a salad - nothing special. Admittedly we both had dietary needs (vegetarian and lactose intolerant) and the main reminded us of a frozen box chain meal. It was underwhelming for us both. Maybe we truly do eat with eyes? What we both found super cool though was learning afterwards what our meals were and off the mark we were about some of the common ingredients!

Dining at Dark Fork was an extraordinary experience, unlike any other! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by friendly hostesses who set the tone for the evening with their warm and inviting demeanor. Our waitress, Jen, made the experience even more memorable. Her warmth and attentiveness shone through, and she guided us through the dining in the dark concept with ease, ensuring we felt comfortable and at ease in such a unique environment. Her passion and kindness added an extra touch to the night. The in the dark experience heightened our senses, allowing us to truly savor every bite. Each dish was a delightful surprise, full of flavor and texture. It s incredible how removing the visual element brings out an entirely new appreciation for food. Overall, Dark Fork offers more than just a meal it s a journey into a different perspective, enriched by the incredible staff like Jen, who make it unforgettable. Highly recommended!

The food was just amazing and Saj was a great server and a it s very cool experience - but the room was very loud with other patrons conversations (people were shushing). I think some measures to help reduce echoing would be great.

My partner and I were here tonight. First I d like to say that our server Saj was wonderful. Very kind, attentive and really helped make us feel safe. I really wish I could ve given this place five stars but I ll be honest, I have to agree with the other reviews on food. I got the steak and it was cooked well but practically flavourless. I was honestly a little disappointed by it, plus it was a small portion. With that said, my partner got the surprise me and he really enjoyed it so it s possible that just the steak is a miss. Our bill was $130 which is quite pricy for what we received . Overall, I don t see is going back but I am thankful that we had Saj as our server, he definitely helped make the entire experience better!

Stake was greak such a cool experience.

Had a great experience here, such a unique restaurant. Would recommend it for anyone to try! Our server Saj was very personable and helpful in guiding us through the experience. The food was great also!

Fun experience with great food! Our server Saj guided us through the evening and ensured we were comfortable and had a great time!

Loved the experience. Staff is so friendly and our server Jen was beyond amazing. Thank you so much for everything Jen. Your kindness made the experience that much more memorable. My only piece of friendly criticism was the food. It was a bit underwhelming and the portion sizes could have been slightly bigger for the price paid :)

Having eaten at Au Noir, a similar blind- themed restaurant in Montreal, we were looking forward to Dark Fork. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed. We ordered 3 courses and a bottle of wine. It took over 45 minutes for our wine to arrive, along with what turned out to be our main courses, not our appetizers. Meanwhile the room was extremely loud and one guest had a glowing watch, which distracted from the entirely dark ambiance. We all ordered the surprise and the menu said it would be different from the menu, but it turned out to be one of the three mains from the menu. A perfectly fine chicken and potatoes with sun dried tomatos but not a surprise. The chocolate mousse was also good, the wine not so much. We were looking forward to a special occasion but this simply isn t as well run as the Montreal inspiration.

Dining at Dark Fork was an unforgettable experience! The dark setting heightens all your other senses! The food was incredible with generous portions that left us completely satisfied. A special shoutout to Aaron, our server, who went above and beyond to make the night perfect. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique dining adventure

Awesome experience for me and my wife. Waiter was fantastic. Food was great. Steak in particular was fantastic. Only reason is portion were on the smaller size. Left still hungry and I m not a huge heater either. Parking: $21 to park which added to the dinner cost.

I went with two friends on a Sunday evening, so it wasnt packed... Im thankful for that, as I have anxiety and dont always do well in packed places. When you arrive, you go up some stairs to be greeted and make your food selections. The starter and dessert are both listed as surprise items... so you dont know what they will be, but if you have allergies or strong dislikes, this is where you tell them. All phones, smart watches, etc.... have to be put away. There are lockers, so we popped all our stuff in there, locked it up and off we went. Our server was Jenn, and she was lovely. We made a human train and she guided us through the double black out curtains to our table. We all ordered 3 courses. Surprise starter ... were pretty sure one of us got something different, because we shared, which wasnt easy in the dark. Mains: Two of us chose steak, one chose chicken. We all enjoyed our meals very much. Dessert was very good, too! We all had the same dessert. All in all, it was a cool experience, and I hope they continue to grow and expand their menu over time. That was the only reason I gave a 4 for food. If youre picky, or have food anxiety, there is less transparency with dishes youre being served.

Such a unique experience. I have no idea why people are saying portions were small, all at our table agreed that portions were huge, it felt like we were eating forever and it was delicious. I think the price point is exactly at where it should be taking into consideration the experience + the food. Kudos to Dave, our server, for making it a great experience. Everyone should try this at least once. I would love to see this as a blind date destination!

First time over there and let me say that the experience was incredible ! The food was great ! Our waiter (Saj) was amazing with the service. For someone that only worked 5 shifts total, WOW. Really a unique moment that me and my boyfriend shared. The only thing that we found unpleasant was the group of people beside us that was talking so loud that I could barely hear my boyfriend. Other people tried to hush them, they wouldn t listen. So much disrespect from these people that I feel bad for all the other tables that had to experience that. There should be a rule for the volume/sound/noise that we make just to make sure that everybody has a good exeprience. Will definitely be going back there and invite other people to try ! Thank you to all the staff !

I made reservations for 25 people at 5:30 pm on a Saturday Night. We celebrated 4 birthdays. My closest past experience is O Noir. This has been planned for a month. I was always in communication with Moe. We were seated in a room on the lower floor that fits all of us. We were separated into 4 tables. For large groups, I highly recommend having everyone s meals and drinks in advance and send it to Moe. Create a seating plan organized Table A, B, C, D. Doing all of this will make it easier for the chefs, hostesses to organize the small front area. Have everyone arrive 15 mins early. Give clear instructions to not serve desserts until everybody is finished with their main and sing happy birthday. We had Miya that was coordinating my group. She did a superb job. We appreciate her hard work, order and flexibility. Most of my group are from the West End of Ottawa and we were stuck in traffic because of protest and construction. Dark Fork (Miya) was very accommodating and flexible for my group that were late which I really appreciate. She got all the orders for the drinks of my group. It went smoothly for a big group that was late. There were last minute changes to my groups menu which I appreciate for the change because I m assuming the pre order dish was made. I apologize for the last minute changes. I hope Miya and chefs gets a nice bonus. :) Our servers were Kharrar and Aaron. They were amazing! They brought us to our seats. Gave us clear instructions of where our utensils, drinks and food were. Our drinks, and food were given at a timely manner. They offered us water as many times. Excellent service. It gives you a different perspective, and appreciation for our eyes. Our heart goes out for Aaron and Kharrarr for their daily struggles that we don t face. I m glad that my group was able to support them. I hope they both get a nice bonus too! We had a teenager with many severe allergies reactions. They were very accommodating to my cousin. He really enjoyed the fries. :) thankfully no allergic reactions. Food Starter was delicious. My Lebanese friend recognize the starter the moment we tasted it. Those who had the starter enjoyed it. Majority of my group had Steak Frites and Chicken Parmesan. Most of the young teens got Chicken Parmesan and they thought it was tasty. I m pleased that my younger group was able to have a dish that they thought was tasty. Steak Frites. The group thought the steak was cooked to their ideal doneness. They said the Fries were yummy! The steak was juicy and tender. Some thought the sauce with the steak had a particular ingredient that was too strong. Overall a delicious tender and juicy dish. Surprised Dish Some of us had the surprised dish. Some of us had trouble guessing the protein. The protein was tender, and juicy. The veggies that complement with the dish were delightful. Sauce with the dish was a good pair. Two members in the group thought the dish was basic and were not full. Overall we all enjoyed it. Dessert Everybody loved the dessert. 3 members in the group thought the portion was small maybe because it was so good they wanted more. Atmosphere/Environment Since we had a room to ourselves, everybody was loud, laughing and having fun. The room was pitch black. I would say that Dark Fork s room was darker than O Noir. At O Noir the room was pitch black too but my eyes were able to adjust in the dark so I was able to vaguely see things. At Dark Fork my eyes could not adjust at all. I was only able to see the EXIT sign and the occasional peak of light when the servers would come through curtains. We sang happy birthday loudly. Overall an amazing experience. I highly recommend everybody to try this restaurant and experience it at least once. 23/25 of my group was first time experiencing a setting like this. It makes the memory more memorable. We took a group picture with Aaron and Kharrarr. Excellent service and although very tiny complaints on the dishes. I give this review a 5/5. Thank you Moe, Miya, Kharrarr, Aaron and Dark Fork Team!

The food was just ok, the service really really slow and the atmosphere too loud. We couldnt talk at all. We went to Onoir in Montreal many times, we enjoyed ourselves but the Ottawa restaurant ...we wont return.

I am very disappointed with this place. The food was not up to my expectations for the price. There was no way to talk to each other as it was noisy. I dont recommend this place.

I went yesterday and it was the best experience ever. Our server was very nice. She was friendly and made us feel safe and comfortable in the dark.

The experience was amazing, I loved the food and the concept! Highly recommend for a unique date I forgot the servers name, but he was really funny, can t wait to go next time

Phenomenal. Definitely heightened our gastronomical experience! Thank you for a lovely and memorable experience guiding us through our meal.

Unique experience to dine in the dark. The wait staff are experienced and kind. The restaurant is conveniently located in the Byward market, a bit away from the busy market centre.

Super great experience over here, the service was awesome and the staff as well. It was overall a different experience and I really enjoyed my time at Dark Fork!

Such a fun and unique experience! Our waiter, Saj, and the hostess were both great and definitely made our visit a memorable one. All the meals were delicious, and the Shiraz was fantastic as well. If I had to make one recommendation, it would be to ensure the entrance is fully dark, or that the exit signs are a little dimmer. For those facing the wall and the entrance, there would be a reference point, while those on the opposite side were in total darkness and could fully enjoy the experience. Overall, it was an amazing experience with great food, and I would definitely recommend this restaurant!

This was a very interesting experience. If I had to describe it in one word I would say humbling. You are totally dependent on the servers to get you in and seated and I can be honest that getting to the table and leaving the table can be a bit anxiety inducing (you have no control and you have your hand on the server or person in fronts shoulder), but thats why you go here is to experience this. I thought the experience was great and price reasonable ($151 for two three course dinners and two glasses of win - before tip). I only have two complaints. #1 cell phones. I am sure no one is surprised that two people in the dining area didnt listen. One turned her cell phone on to see something (and they all just laughed) and another I think was completely overwhelmed by the experience and seeking some degree of control added some light. Now, if you think turning your phone on in a movie theatre is bad, this is way worse. Its the only light source in the entire restaurant. You have to remember that the servers are visually impaired so its expected you will notify them and they will tell the diner to turn it off. I couldnt believe how much these two instances interrupted the flow of the experience. There has to be a better way to police this. There are lockers and they suggest you put your stuff in the lockers but I think there needs to be a policy that phones are not allowed in the dining room period and you will be asked to leave if you bring them. Its just not fair to other diners. Also, leave your stuff in the locker.... they guy next to us (other cell phone guy) decided to bring his bag, coat and phone into the pitch black restaurant. Not surprisingly he panics when he tries to figure out where to put all his stuff (coat and bag) in the pitch black restaurant. Although he could have used common sense, most people dont know what to expect and I think the front should be better at saying something like its pitch black in there, you wont see anything and we dont allow light. You really should leave everything in the locker and you may forget it in there or have trouble placing it. My last qualm is a minor one. I was asked to write a google review twice and I understand the want us to tell our story. I have no issues with being asked, more about when I was asked. I am writing this on my own with no compensation. The thing I want to bring up is that its not the right time to ask me for a google review when I am being led out of the dining room after my meal (one of the most stressful times). Wait until I am back in the light and ask me. Overall this was a really unique experience and I am glad we did it.

Me and my friends came to try something new while on a trip in Ottawa and this was perfect! Amazing food, great service and such a unique experience. Our waiter, Saj, was very kind and informative. He provided great service and gave us all a good laugh. The music was on point and we all had a great time. I definitely recommend this restaurant if you want to have a great time.

Had an amazing experience with Jen our server for a date night with my partner. The food was amazing and the service was very friendly and constantly guiding us through our experience. Vegetarian options: There are variety of options for vegetarian and Halal. Dietary restrictions: You can let them know of any dietary restrictions and they were so kind to adapt.

Great atmosphere! Food was good but a little pricey for what it was. Excellent service by our waiter Saj! The experience was definitely worth it!

Our waiter was Erin he was amazing, funny and quick witted. The food tasted great and our table of five had a great time. Highly recommend if you are up for a unique experience

Awesome experience, worth going. Food was good, service was great.

Awesome experience! Worth trying.

It was a super great experience! The food was awesome and the service was great. Will definitely be going back!

What an experience! So much fun, our server was so nice and made the whole experience worthwhile. The food was great, and the prices were very fair. Will definitely go back!

What an unforgettable experience and definitely going back for special occasions! Our host was gracious, funny and superb! The food is fairly priced, the proportion is great.

Me and my husband had an amazing experience here. The service was amazing the food was amazing and our server Saj did an amazing job. We highly recommend trying this restaurant.

Very nice service but the food is very poor for the cost. The atmosphere is cool but not worth it.

For obvious reasons, I dont have pictures of the food, but its easy to assume it was beautiful. What I can say for sure is that the food was delicious! I ordered the surprise menu, and it did not disappointed! The food was really well made, and the portions were perfect. The atmosphere was amazing. You go up, talk to the amazing staff to order what you want, remove or turn off anything that might light up (cellphones, smartwatches etc.) and you are guided to the pitch black dining room. Im not kidding, its dark. Period. If can keep your eyes opened or closed and it makes no difference whatsoever. That by itself is an amazing experience. But the star of the diner is the staff. The food is great, the atmosphere is great, but the moment you lose your sight the show starts. Our server, Erin (if Im not mistaken, Im terrible with names), was absolutely amazing! From helping us to find our places to bringing our food to making jokes, nothing escaped his grasp. He was the main reason I tipped way more than I usually do, hands down. Its weird eating without seeing? Yes, a bit. But, to be honest, I didnt have much of a problem doing it and it was an eye-opener (pun not exactly intended) on how they do that everyday. But avoid the place if you are afraid of the dark. Btw, the Braille on the logo didnt escaped me. Very clever! (:

The only thing that was nice was the waiter and the food. The atmosphere was disappointing from the start. The hosts greeted us without enthusiasm and seemed unhappy to be there, which set a negative tone. When I asked for my food to be packed up, they threw it away without consulting me, claiming it was because I only had half a potato left. I would have appreciated being asked first, but they eventually gave me a few potatoes in a to go box when I complained. However, they drew an inappropriate image on my takeout container (probably because they felt annoyed) and, when confronted, tried to pass it off as a smiley face. Additionally, we were treated dismissively, possibly because we were being silly in a harmless way. Overall, the experience felt unwelcoming and unprofessional.

Really unique experience! The hostess and the server were really friendly and made the night really special! I highly recommend this restaurant!

Unbelievably awesome experience! Our ever was Sag and he was excellent - solicitous without being annoying. We got the Surprise three courses and I cannot recommend it enough. With nothing but the food and your company to focus on, it adds to your overall experience. Definitely make the trip to the market and try having no distractions except your food and your company!

The experience and atmosphere were stellar! Dave, our server, was a ray of sunshine in the darkness, and the hostesses were incredibly helpful in preparing us for this amazing experience!

The food was amazing! The staff & service was excellent! And the concept + experience was one of the best we ve ever had here in Ottawa! As soon as you are guided inside, you start counting your blessings. The room is super dark(obviously), but your server kindly talks you through everything so you re in good hands(shoutout to our server David)! My wife and I ordered the surprise starter and the main. Came in good portions & pre-cut, but really impressed by the quality of the food & drinks. I would highly recommend this place for everyone. Happy to say we were the first customers(added the invoice for proof ), but that we will also 10000% be coming back again & again!

Such a fun experience! Our waiter Aaron killed it, we had a blast!

Great restaurant. I love the idea. Very creative.

Its definitely a different experience to eat in the dark. The servers are really nice. The food tasted really good.

It was a wonderful experience! The food was great and the service was amazing!! Many thanks to our server Dave!

Absolutely incredible experience, Saj was a wonderful server who was very helpful and shared some interesting insight into this dining experience

Dining in the dark was an unforgettable experience. Aaron was amazing! He guided us through the entire meal and we felt comfortable and cared for in this unique environment. The concept of having visually impaired servers to raise awareness was eye-opening, and it added a meaningful layer to the evening. The food was exceptional, with rich flavors that were heightened by the darkness. Overall, it was a 10/10 experience great service, great food, and an incredible way to connect with our senses. Highly recommended!

What a great experience! Food was delicious and the service was great! I had some challenges at first getting to my table in the dark but once I was seated I was able to relax and I thoroughly enjoyed myself! I will be coming back with some friends!

What an incredible experience! Eating in the dark makes you tune into your sense like you never have before. Food was on point and our server Saj was exceptional. Thank you ! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free

I cant compare this experience with anything else. Thank you Dave for your pleasant service. Total dinner time was 1.5 hours, the best dining experience in Ottawa Parking: There is paid parking opposite to restaurant.

A dark dinner experience here in Ottawa down in the market. We tried it and it sure was a unique experience! Our waiter Aaron was very good and helped with anything we needed. Also it was nice that they cut the food before bring it out :))

Everything went smoothly and as expected. Gen, our waitress was very descriptive and kind. It was such a great experience and the food was amazing

Went tonight with friends, was a super fun experience, the food was very good, thanks to Dave for a great service, will definitely go back

Atmosphere was fun and intriguing. Staff were very welcoming and fun. Food was very subpar. Steak was cooked ok but everything tasted rather bland. The pasta had fridge-cold pieces of vegetables in it. Appetizer and Dessert was good.

The concept is amazing.. the service was very good as well. Food was very basic and the room was way too loud, there are too many people crammed in the room.

Its one of a kind experience eating in the dark we when you cant see what you are eating love the food love learning that I can eat with other senses. I recommend everyone try it at least once.

It was an amazing experience, something that you dont do everyday if you arnt visually impaired. I love how some of the servers are visually impaired. We had Saj and he was a great server.

Upon entering for our reservation at 7pm, the space was extremely crowded. There was no room to move without bumping into multiple people, and trying to give our orders was difficult as it was so loud. There were some questions I had which were not explained, but I tried to go with the flow and be open minded. Seating was difficult as the space was so crowded, and during my meal I was bumped several times by people trying to pass by and servers. I felt like I was in the way but couldn t see where I was to move. Our dining area was downstairs, and for the majority of the meal it was so loud that I couldn t hear my partner speak clearly which was bothersome as the whole point of this is to dine without distractions and focus on the food and each other! The food itself was subpar we had two courses. Our main was steak frites which was well cooked but very under seasoned and bland. We had a surprise dessert of chocolate mousse cake which tasted like a cake I d buy at the grocery store. The food was highly overpriced, and as we re in complete darkness, the extra money isn t going towards the environment or decor! The positives of the meal however, were the amazing waiters, and how the darkness can be a freeing experience for those who struggle with eating disorders. When you can t see the food in front of you, you don t focus on portion size, what you look like eating, who is around you, etc. I found much of my anxiety surrounding food to be decreased greatly! I also enjoyed how much the experience brings you together with those around you as you navigate a new experience together. My partner and I had to rely on each other greatly which felt more intimate than another usual dinner out. I would 100% return if the overall dining experience once was improved upon. As this is a new restaurant, we may go back in a few months to see what improvements they ve made! Very excited to have such a creative concept in Ottawa supporting our visually impaired community.

Very cool dining experience and friendly staff! Food was mid though. We got the 2-course dinner (surprise entrée + dessert) and did leave hungry. A bit underwhelmed considering the price. Food : 2/5

A once in a lifetime dinner adventure! Super enjoyable and really interesting dining experience. I would 100% recommend this for everyone to try!

Great food, amazing service. Shout out to Aaron for being an amazing host and making us feel welcomed and taken care of.

Fantastic Amazing experience u will never forget extreme romantic and top quality food

The concept of dining in complete darkness was interesting and very unique. I recommend to try it at least once. Do be aware though, it is complete pitch black! A little on the expensive side in my opinion. 3 course meal after tax and tip came to $70

My friends and I had a truly unique and enjoyable experience. The service was outstanding the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome from the start. The concept of dining in total darkness was a fun twist, perfect for a fun night out. That said, the food was underwhelming. The pasta was served cold, lacked flavor, and the combination of vegetables seemed mismatched for a pasta dish. Additionally, there were occasional issues with the curtain not fully closing, which interrupted the immersive darkness. Were looking forward to returning in a few months to see how things improve. Its a fantastic concept, and we re thrilled to have something so unique open in Ottawa.

Just went to Dark Fork and the experience was good. Our server Saj was phenomenal, helpful, and made the experience enjoyable. The food was good, nothing to rave about and small portions. Upon arrival, the introduction fell short. The hostess didn t explain anything, couldn t answer our questions and didn t know anything about the menu. We felt as though there should have been an introduction to the restaurant and the expectations of the evening. It was a missed opportunity to hype up the guests prior to their experience.

It was our first time dinning in the dark and we really loved it. Saj was a terrific waiter and took the time to chat with us and made our experience even better. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is in to trying new experiences:)

An evening like nothing I ve ever experienced in my lifetime! Absolutely fantastic staff, very charismatic and funny, not to mention the food was amazing. Highly recommend everyone checks this off their bucket list!

Definitely a unique experience worth trying. Thank you to Saj for excellent service!

I had a wonderful time here with my sister and friend. It was a truly unique and unforgettable dining experience! The food was delicious! Everything was right on point. Also our server Saj was phenomenal! Very attentive and helpful. I will definitely come back and try the surprise dish next time.

It was an amazing experience, one of a kind. A must do if you are in Ottawa and Gatineau area. The food was cooked perfectly and it tasted really good. Food