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Johnny Farina
Authentic Italian cuisine served with warmth and flavor in the heart of Ottawa.
4.8
Italian
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Authentic Italian cuisine served with warmth and flavor in the heart of Ottawa.
Johnny Farina is a beloved Italian restaurant and bar located on Elgin Street in Ottawa, offering a vibrant atmosphere perfect for corporate lunches, intimate dinners, and group gatherings. Known for its delicious pasta dishes, crispy pizzas, and generous portions, the restaurant combines traditional Italian flavors with attentive service. With a 4.8/5 Google rating, it's praised for its tasty food, lively ambiance, and thoughtful touches like complimentary desserts for special occasions. Whether you're craving arancini, zucchini fries, or a classic Caesar salad, Johnny Farina delivers an authentic dining experience that keeps guests coming back.
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Enjoy a menu of authentic Italian dishes, including pasta, salads, and entrees, made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
Savor handcrafted pizzas with unique toppings like shrimp, scallop, and bacon, baked to perfection in a traditional oven.
Relax with a selection of drinks in a lively bar setting, ideal for casual evenings or pre-dinner cocktails.
Host corporate lunches or private gatherings in a spacious, welcoming environment with preset menu options available.
Indulge in homemade desserts such as tiramisu, cannoli, and gelato, with complimentary treats for special occasions.
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Overall rating
Helen Karbaliotis
First time coming here. The food was phenomenal. The staff were friendly and welcoming. He shared the zucchini fritti, strawberry goat cheese salad, tje shrimp scallop bacon pizza and the trio dessert (sticky toffee, tiramisu and cannoli. Portions were very generous. We will definitely be coming back and recommending to others.
Dan G.
Had a corporate lunch here the other day, and it was great. Food was wonderful, tasty, I had a pasta dish and liked it :-) I ate it and no pick provided. But managed a salad pic....I know salad pic! Our group was large and the place was packed so it was very noisy, but we were upstairs and once the other group left we had the upstairs to ourselves which was great. Like I said meal was delicious, service was very good, waitress was very busy and managed to provide good service, and the atmosphere was nice. We had a preset menu which limited the options but it was a smart move.
Rahul D
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.5/5 Delicious food and great atmosphere – highly recommended! I went to Johnny Farina for dinner and tried several dishes: Stella pasta with grilled chicken on the side, Caesar salad, arancini rice balls, and zucchini fries. Every single dish was incredible—finger-licking good! • The pasta was full of flavour • The grilled chicken was extremely juicy and tender • The zucchini fries were super crispy • The arancini were rich and perfectly cooked This restaurant knows how to deliver on taste! Service: The only area they could improve is the speed of service. We had to wait a bit too long at different intervals to be attended to. However, the staff were friendly once they came around. Atmosphere & Experience: The ambiance was warm, lively, and perfect for dinner. One thing that really impressed me was that they actually paid attention to the notes I added to my reservation. They even brought out a tiramisu (a generous portion!) completely on the house, which was such a thoughtful touch. Overall: Amazing food, great vibes, and attention to detail. If they improve service speed a bit, this would easily be a 5-star spot. I would definitely recommend Johnny Farina to anyone visiting Ottawa!
Darius Lorek
Went there on my first evening in Ottawa which was on a Saturday. I ordered the Diavolo which was delicious. As was the Gelato for dessert. Service was quick, super friendly and very enthusiastic. Jayden made me feel welcome. It was a bit noisy, did not bother me though. I'd go there again. As a matter of fact, I did go there again a few days later. And probably will go there again. 😅
Saarangi
I love how this place looks! It’s spacious enough to accommodate small work events, which makes it a great spot for gatherings. I only ordered an appetizer, but it was absolutely delicious. My colleagues who had pasta and pizza also commented on how tasty their meals were. Service was okay, but quick during busy lunch hour.
