Caffè Italiano

4.5

770 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Italian

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for groups

Caffé Italiano’s approachable menu features fresh handmade pasta, sauces, bread, pizza and composed specialty dishes using 100% AAA Canadian select cuts, grass-fed and aged to perfection, fresh seafood from British Columbia and Nova Scotia through our Fresh Fish Program, locally sourced in-season fruit and vegetables, and imported fine Italian foods like gelato, San Marzano tomatoes, olives, pastas and relishes.

Enjoy fresh cuisine at Caffé Italiano in the destination setting of Rideau Carleton Casino, Future Home of Hard Rock Ottawa, a lively atmosphere perfect for group dinners, business meetings/events, anniversary dinners and birthday dinners

MUST BE 19+

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Café
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Bar Wed, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 822-8668
Website
https://www.rideaucarletoncasino.com/caffe-italiano.htm
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Please contact us for information related to Private Events and or Full Restaurant Booking.

Location
4837 Albion Rd, Gloucester, ON K1X 1A3
Neighborhood
Downtown
Parking details
Standard self parking also available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Seasonal Chef’s Soupe du JourCA$9.00
Caesar SaladCA$14.00
Romaine, parmesan, croutons, pistachio Caesar dressing and toasted sunflower seeds
Homemade Herbed Honeycomb Ricotta DipCA$21.00
Lemon, charred tomatoes, dressed arugula, grilled flatbread
Cozze Al Vino BiancoCA$16.00
Fresh P.E.I Mussels, vino cream sauce, and a fresh tomato concassee
Bruschetta Al’ ItalianaCA$11.00
Diced tomato, garlic, olive oil, and parmesan dusted Italian bread
Strawberry Raw saladCA$14.00
Toasted pine nuts, fior di latte, onions, raspberry Prosecco vinaigrette
Calamari FrittiCA$17.00
Lightly dusted crispy fried squid, with roasted garlic and sriracha aioli
Chef’s Artisanal Formaggio PizzaCA$18.00
$2 per additional item Pepperoni, sopressata, funghi, onions, peppers and tomatoes | $3 Prosciutto

Raw

Fresh East Coast Local Oysters on Half ShellCA$3.75
Fresh horseradish, classic mignonette, cucumber lime granita single: $3.75 | Dozen: $42

Sides

Funghi SaltatiCA$10.00
Seasonal mushroom blend, fresh herbs, and balsamic
Roasted Fingerling PotatoesCA$10.00
Truffle & Garlic Parmesan FriesCA$11.00

Pasta

Lasagna Bolognese CA$27.00
San Marzano tomato, béchamel, buffalo mozzarella & beef ragú
Lobster and Prawn CappellacciCA$34.00
With brown butter & sage parmigiana fonduta
Handmade Mushroom and Cheese RavioliCA$30.00
Prosecco cream, poached squash, shaved black Italian truffles and EVOO

Pesce e Carne

Chicken MarsalaCA$32.00
Capellini aglio e olio, vino, pomodori secchi
Chef’s Featured Butcher’s Cut
Market Price (Please ask your server)
Fire Charred AAA 8oz Tuscan FilletCA$52.00
Black currant demi, roasted tomato compound butter
12oz AAA Ribeye SteakCA$56.00
Micro water crest salad and compound porcini butter
Fresh Catch of the DayCA$36.00
Please ask your server about our fresh catch, straight out of the East Coast
Braised Short Ribs with Fava Bean RisottoCA$42.00
AAA Ontario beef, arborio rice, fava beans, fior de latte, gremolata, natural jus, & crispy wild garlic

Add Ons

Shrimp ScampiCA$15.00
Black tiger shrimp, garlic, vino, herbs, and lemon
Grilled 4oz Lobster Tail CA$14.00

Dolci

Homemade CannoliCA$18.00
Mascarpone cream, roasted pistachios, fresh berries and chocolate sauce
Classic TiramisuCA$11.00
Fresh mixed berries, berry coulis, mascarpone cream.
Gelato & SorbetCA$9.00
Chef’s seasonal selections

What 770 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caffè Italiano is a culinary gem, celebrated for its "excellent food" and consistently "amazing service." Diners rave about flavorful dishes like steak and seafood, complemented by an inviting atmosphere. The staff's attentiveness, especially Ally, enhances the dining experience. Despite occasional noise, the restaurant offers "great value" and a warm, welcoming ambiance.

770 Reviews

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Jennifer
Atlantic Canada
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
SO loud, did not look like the pictures on the website, waitress didn’t bring us our second drinks, but still put them on the bill.disappointing and expensive
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Janet
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dinner was absolutely delicious. We enjoyed every course. It was a lovely valentines Day.
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Karen
Ottawa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great experience- we thoroughly enjoyed not only our outing together as a family but trying new menu items from the 4 course meal served. Service was excellent!
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christopher
Ottawa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal, great value, never disappointed with the quality of the meal and always very pleasant service.
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Dany
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was great, and everything was cooked perfectly. Our server Kayla was exceptional. Great experience.
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Kirk
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent and the Service from our waiter Alexi was outstanding!!
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Mary Jane
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was excellent. The food was so good and flavourful. The waitress was attentive and pleasant. No complaints and we will certainly go again.
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Stephanie
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent!! Had the tenderloin and rib eye and both were cooked to perfection! Service was excellent as well. It was our waiters first night at the restaurant and he was amazing!Highly recommended!
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Alan
Ottawa
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Both meals were very very salty. My fillet mignon was a bit tough. It didn’t come with potatoes so I ordered some and it was $10 for a small bowl of potatoes. We won’t be back, I would say it was twice too expensive for the value we got. If you’re after a good steak, Baton Rouge or the keg are much better for a similar price.
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Pat
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the time we were greeted and sat at our table we We’re meet by courteous people! The food was awesome And we never felt pushed. All around outstanding evening.
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Caffè Italiano is rated 4.5 stars by 770 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

4837 Albion Rd, Gloucester, ON K1X 1A3

Additional information

Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Bar Wed, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Café
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Standard self parking also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.rideaucarletoncasino.com/caffe-italiano.htm
Phone number
(613) 822-8668
Private party facilities
Please contact us for information related to Private Events and or Full Restaurant Booking.

Caffè Italiano

Make a reservation

Additional information

Steak & Frites

Lasagna Al Forno

Lasagna Bolognese

Small Plates & Starters

Seasonal Chef’s Soupe du JourCA$9.00

Caesar SaladCA$14.00

Homemade Herbed Honeycomb Ricotta DipCA$21.00

Cozze Al Vino BiancoCA$16.00

Bruschetta Al’ ItalianaCA$11.00

Strawberry Raw saladCA$14.00

Calamari FrittiCA$17.00

Chef’s Artisanal Formaggio PizzaCA$18.00

Raw

Fresh East Coast Local Oysters on Half ShellCA$3.75

Sides

Funghi SaltatiCA$10.00

Roasted Fingerling PotatoesCA$10.00

Truffle & Garlic Parmesan FriesCA$11.00

Pasta

Lasagna Bolognese CA$27.00

Lobster and Prawn CappellacciCA$34.00

Handmade Mushroom and Cheese RavioliCA$30.00

Pesce e Carne

Chicken MarsalaCA$32.00

Chef’s Featured Butcher’s Cut

Fire Charred AAA 8oz Tuscan FilletCA$52.00

12oz AAA Ribeye SteakCA$56.00

Fresh Catch of the DayCA$36.00

Braised Short Ribs with Fava Bean RisottoCA$42.00

Add Ons

Shrimp ScampiCA$15.00

Grilled 4oz Lobster Tail CA$14.00

Dolci

Homemade CannoliCA$18.00

Classic TiramisuCA$11.00

Gelato & SorbetCA$9.00

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