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This page lists all 68 of fromOttawa's ranked lists A to Z, with 6,781 list entries for Ottawa and Gatineau. Each place is given a Score based on the Ottawa-area average. Data was pulled 2026-10-29.

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  1. Restaurants1171 ranked

    Number 1 in restaurants: Everest Cuisine Ottawa

    Westboro · 2 hundredths clear of Kanzan Japanese Grill

    Then Kanzan Japanese Grill 4.85, Tava Turkish Cuisine 4.83

    See all 1171
  2. Breakfast55 ranked

    Number 1 in breakfast: Vylora Café

    Hintonburg · 2 hundredths clear of Sharpfle Waffle

    Then Sharpfle Waffle 4.73, Chesterfield's Gastro Diner 4.67

    See all 55
  3. Sushi55 ranked

    Number 1 in sushi: MJ POKE & ROLL

    Vanier · level with Izakaya Kobachi at two decimals

    Then Izakaya Kobachi 4.71, Sushiyana Coréen et Japonais 4.68

    See all 55
  4. Pizza159 ranked

    Number 1 in pizza: Pizza Jose

    Gatineau · one hundredth clear of Caspian Pizza

    Then Caspian Pizza 4.75, Rosé Pizza 4.71

    See all 159
  5. Shawarma76 ranked

    Number 1 in shawarma: Shawarma AL MOUNA

    Hintonburg · 2 hundredths clear of Grilled Shawarma

    Then Grilled Shawarma 4.73, Ottawa Shawarma 4.72

    See all 76 Shawarma: page 2
  6. Appliance Repairs29 ranked
    Photo: APPLICARE via Google

    Number 1 in appliance repairs: APPLICARE

    Nepean · one hundredth clear of Honest Guys Appliance Repair Inc

    Then Honest Guys Appliance Repair Inc 4.80, FixMe Appliances 4.78

    See all 29
  7. Attractions86 ranked
    Photo: Agnel J D'Cruz via Google

    Number 1 in attractions: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

    Downtown · one hundredth clear of Canadian War Museum

    Then Canadian War Museum 4.80, The National War Memorial 4.80

    See all 86 Attractions: page 2
  8. Auto Repair503 ranked
    Photo: The Wheel Deal via Google

    Number 1 in auto repair: The Wheel Deal

    Nepean · 2 hundredths clear of CROWN MOTORS OTTAWA

    Then CROWN MOTORS OTTAWA 4.88, ABM Auto 4.87

    See all 503
  9. Bakeries149 ranked
    Photo: Orange Turtle Bakery via Google

    Number 1 in bakeries: Orange Turtle Bakery

    ByWard Market · 3 hundredths clear of Dolci Sapori

    Then Dolci Sapori 4.81, Syrian Bakery 4.80

    See all 149
  10. Barbers279 ranked
    Photo: Bijou’s Barbershop via Google

    Number 1 in barbers: Bijou’s Barbershop

    Barrhaven · one hundredth clear of Kings Own Barbershop

    Then Kings Own Barbershop 4.96, The Vault Barbershop 4.96

    See all 279
  11. Bike Shops44 ranked
    Photo: Gary Van Exan via Google

    Number 1 in bike shops: House of Bikes

    Beacon Hill · 2 hundredths clear of Dr. Cycle Service

    Then Dr. Cycle Service 4.89, Tunes On Wheels 4.89

    See all 44
  12. Bookstores43 ranked
    Photo: Ian Soper via Google

    Number 1 in bookstores: The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore

    Hintonburg · 2 hundredths clear of Perfect Books

    Then Perfect Books 4.75, Bouquinart Library & Art Gallery 4.72

    See all 43
  13. Bridal Shops20 ranked
    Photo: Dominique Levesque Salon de la mariée & Designer via Google

    Number 1 in bridal shops: Dominique Levesque Salon de la mariée & Designer

    Gatineau · 3 hundredths clear of Revelle Bridal Boutique

    Then Revelle Bridal Boutique 4.80, With Love Bridal Boutique 4.77

    See all 20
  14. Brunch61 ranked

    Number 1 in brunch: Vylora Café

    Hintonburg · 2 hundredths clear of Sharpfle Waffle

    Then Sharpfle Waffle 4.74, Chesterfield's Gastro Diner 4.68

    See all 61 Brunch: page 2
  15. Bubble Tea15 ranked
    Photo: Bliss Tea via Google

    Number 1 in bubble tea: Bliss Tea

    ByWard Market · level with PopulariTea Bubble Tea at two decimals

    Then PopulariTea Bubble Tea 4.63, HERO TEA OTTAWA 4.60

    See all 15
  16. Buffets12 ranked
    Photo: Laura Wang via Google

    Number 1 in buffets: Kanzan Japanese Grill

    Kanata · 26 hundredths clear of Laurier Buffet

    Then Laurier Buffet 4.55, Deccan Delights 4.51

    See all 12
  17. Burgers43 ranked
    Photo: All Out Burger (Gladstone) via Google

    Number 1 in burgers: All Out Burger (Gladstone)

    Centretown West · 5 hundredths clear of Méga Smash Burger

    Then Méga Smash Burger 4.72, Pearson Street 4.70

    See all 43
  18. Car Detailing140 ranked
    Photo: Manoshi Fonseka via Google

    Number 1 in car detailing: Infinite Auto Care

    Gatineau · 2 hundredths clear of Waxed Detailing Services

    Then Waxed Detailing Services 4.97, Tchico Ceramic Coating and Detailing Ottawa 4.97

    See all 140
  19. Chinese Restaurants105 ranked
    Photo: Dumpling Bliss Ottawa 幸福饺子馆 via Google

    Number 1 in chinese restaurants: Dumpling Bliss

    Centretown · 8 hundredths clear of Sammi & Soupe Dumpling

    Then Sammi & Soupe Dumpling 4.53, Peking Duck 4.53

    See all 105
  20. Clothing Stores148 ranked
    Photo: Kaurtique (By Appointment) via Google

    Number 1 in clothing stores: Kaurtique (By Appointment)

    Ottawa · one hundredth clear of Newins Boutique

    Then Newins Boutique 4.93, Maison Kids 4.93

    See all 148
  21. Coffee Shops135 ranked
    Photo: Café Raphaël via Google

    Number 1 in coffee shops: Café Raphaël

    Glebe · one hundredth clear of Melaku Ethiopian Coffee Shop

    Then Melaku Ethiopian Coffee Shop 4.85, Opulence Coffee 4.84

    See all 135
  22. Delis33 ranked
    Photo: District Deli - Hintonburg via Google

    Number 1 in delis: District Deli

    Hintonburg · 5 hundredths clear of Di Rienzo's Grocery

    Then Di Rienzo's Grocery 4.78, Sanguiccio Deli-Cafe 4.76

    See all 33
  23. Desserts41 ranked
    Photo: PurpleX via Google

    Number 1 in desserts: PurpleX

    ByWard Market · 3 hundredths clear of Choco Waffle

    Then Choco Waffle 4.89, Yummy Waffle 4.86

    See all 41
  24. Donuts9 ranked
    Photo: SuzyQ Doughnuts Hintonburg via Google

    Number 1 in donuts: SuzyQ Doughnuts Hintonburg

    Hintonburg · 6 hundredths clear of Homer's Donuts

    Then Homer's Donuts 4.63, Holey Confections Orleans 4.57

    See all 9
  25. Dry Cleaners41 ranked
    Photo: Peloso Cleaners via Google

    Number 1 in dry cleaners: Peloso Cleaners

    Glebe · 3 hundredths clear of Goodfellow Cleaners

    Then Goodfellow Cleaners 4.74, Maya's Tailoring, Alterations and Dry Cleaners 4.68

    See all 41
  26. Electricians83 ranked
    Photo: Symmetry Electric via Google

    Number 1 in electricians: Symmetry Electric

    Hintonburg · one hundredth clear of Campbell Electrical Contracting Inc

    Then Campbell Electrical Contracting Inc 4.96, Brother's Electrical 4.96

    See all 83 Electricians: page 2
  27. Fast Food Restaurants59 ranked
    Photo: Tacozzo via Google

    Number 1 in fast food restaurants: Tacozzo

    ByWard Market · 10 hundredths clear of Restaurant le voyage culinaire

    Then Restaurant le voyage culinaire 4.77, Fatboy Burgers 4.74

    See all 59
  28. Florists72 ranked
    Photo: Sandy's Flowers & More via Google

    Number 1 in florists: Sandy's Flowers & More

    Glebe · 7 hundredths clear of House of Plants

    Then House of Plants 4.87, Nectar Flowers 4.86

    See all 72 Florists: page 2
  29. Furniture Stores55 ranked
    Photo: Dala Decor via Google

    Number 1 in furniture stores: Dala Decor

    Carlington · one hundredth clear of Capital Ottawa Furniture & Mattress

    Then Capital Ottawa Furniture & Mattress 4.73, Bonds Decor 4.70

    See all 55
  30. Garage Door Companies19 ranked
    Photo: Liftime Ottawa Garage Door Service via Google

    Number 1 in garage door companies: Liftime Ottawa Garage Door Service

    Carlington · one hundredth clear of DPS Garage Doors

    Then DPS Garage Doors 4.96, Berintek Garage Doors Inc 4.96

    See all 19
  31. Golf Courses20 ranked
    Photo: Dale Craig via Google

    Number 1 in golf courses: Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club

    Riverside South · 13 hundredths clear of Hylands Golf Club

    Then Hylands Golf Club 4.35, Rivermead Golf Club 4.33

    See all 20
  32. Greek Restaurants27 ranked
    Photo: Janice Hughes via Google

    Number 1 in greek restaurants: The Greek Souvlaki Shack

    Centretown · 6 hundredths clear of Cozmos Souvlaki

    Then Cozmos Souvlaki 4.67, Aroma Meze 4.57

    See all 27
  33. Grocery Stores149 ranked
    Photo: Dutch Groceries and Giftware via Google

    Number 1 in grocery stores: Dutch Groceries and Giftware

    Nepean · 6 hundredths clear of Zakuska Market and Deli

    Then Zakuska Market and Deli 4.75, Istanbul Food Mart 4.74

    See all 149
  34. Gyms97 ranked
    Photo: SuyinLifts Gym via Google

    Number 1 in gyms: SuyinLifts Gym

    Orléans · one hundredth clear of Orleans CrossFit | OCFIT

    Then Orleans CrossFit | OCFIT 4.96, Spécifik Performance Gatineau 4.96

    See all 97
  35. Hair Salons498 ranked
    Photo: Houaida via Google

    Number 1 in hair salons: Houaida

    Orléans · 2 hundredths clear of SALON-MODEAVION

    Then SALON-MODEAVION 4.96, Mariana Lissage Glamour | Coiffure | Esthétique 4.96

    See all 498
  36. Halal Restaurants21 ranked
    Photo: King Gamer via Google

    Number 1 in halal restaurants: PizzaCraft Halal Pizza and Pies

    Bells Corners · 3 hundredths clear of ROSABELLA PIZZA / HALAL PIZZA

    Then ROSABELLA PIZZA / HALAL PIZZA 4.76, Chainsmoker Urban Halal BBQ 4.75

    See all 21
  37. Hardware Stores7 ranked
    Photo: Maxim Renaud via Google

    Number 1 in hardware stores: Quincaillerie Cantley

    Cantley · 2 hundredths clear of Ottawa Fastener Supply

    Then Ottawa Fastener Supply 4.47, Preston Hardware 4.39

    See all 7
  38. Hotels43 ranked
    Photo: Adam's Airport Inn via Google

    Number 1 in hotels: Adam's Airport Inn

    Riverview · 14 hundredths clear of ByWard Blue Inn

    Then ByWard Blue Inn 4.41, The Business Inn & Suites 4.36

    See all 43
  39. Hvac120 ranked
    Photo: Oria Heating and Cooling via Google

    Number 1 in hvac: Oria Heating and Cooling

    Barrhaven · 3 hundredths clear of Bobby's HVAC Services Etc

    Then Bobby's HVAC Services Etc 4.94, Apple HVAC 4.94

    See all 120
  40. Ice Cream27 ranked
    Photo: The Merry Dairy via Google

    Number 1 in ice cream: The Merry Dairy

    Hintonburg · 5 hundredths clear of Cassis Home-Made Gelato and Sorbet

    Then Cassis Home-Made Gelato and Sorbet 4.73, Chris's Ice Cream 4.70

    See all 27
  41. Indian Restaurants81 ranked
    Photo: Masakali Indian Cuisine via Google

    Number 1 in indian restaurants: Masakali Indian Cuisine

    Stittsville · one hundredth clear of Sundari’s Kitchen

    Then Sundari’s Kitchen 4.78, Kalinga Indian Cuisine 4.75

    See all 81 Indian Restaurants: page 2
  42. Italian Restaurants56 ranked
    Photo: Subito Sandwich via Google

    Number 1 in italian restaurants: Subito Sandwich

    Centretown · level with Roberto’s Corner at two decimals

    Then Roberto’s Corner 4.73, Bistro Ristoro 4.70

    See all 56
  43. Japanese Restaurants28 ranked

    Number 1 in japanese restaurants: Kanzan Japanese Grill

    Kanata · 20 hundredths clear of Nagi Sushi

    Then Nagi Sushi 4.64, Kuidaore 4.56

    See all 28
  44. Jewelry Stores81 ranked
    Photo: Vero Diamonds - Custom Engagement Rings - Appointment Only via Google

    Number 1 in jewelry stores: Vero Diamonds

    Centretown West · 4 hundredths clear of Bijouterie Lavigueur

    Then Bijouterie Lavigueur 4.89, Denis Fairhead Jewellers 4.89

    See all 81 Jewelry Stores: page 2
  45. Korean Restaurants17 ranked
    Photo: Yunhan Liu via Google

    Number 1 in korean restaurants: In's Kitchen

    ByWard Market · 2 hundredths clear of Korean Mother's Meals-Hotteok, Vegan kimchi & Vegan bingsu

    Then Korean Mother's Meals-Hotteok, Vegan kimchi & Vegan bingsu 4.67, Kimbap 4.60

    See all 17
  46. Landscapers124 ranked
    Photo: Cedarsmith via Google

    Number 1 in landscapers: Cedarsmith

    Kanata · 3 hundredths clear of Crisp Cuts Lawn & Landscape

    Then Crisp Cuts Lawn & Landscape 4.94, Pave And Stone Landscaping 4.92

    See all 124
  47. Lebanese Restaurants25 ranked
    Photo: Shami's Bakery via Google

    Number 1 in lebanese restaurants: Shami's Bakery

    Orléans · 2 hundredths clear of Subtown restaurant

    Then Subtown restaurant 4.72, Kadoushi Falafel and Tawouk 4.65

    See all 25
  48. Locksmiths21 ranked
    Photo: Your Key Maker via Google

    Number 1 in locksmiths: Your Key Maker

    Stittsville · one hundredth clear of Locksmith On Time

    Then Locksmith On Time 4.93, S.O.S Locksmith Ottawa 4.91

    See all 21
  49. Malls117 ranked
    Photo: Guillaume St-Laurent via Google

    Number 1 in malls: Marché Cantley

    Cantley · one hundredth clear of Bayshore Shopping Centre

    Then Bayshore Shopping Centre 4.40, Tanger Outlets Ottawa 4.40

    See all 117
  50. Mexican Restaurants54 ranked
    Photo: Jaime J. Herrera Hernández via Google

    Number 1 in mexican restaurants: Ay Dios Mio Tacos

    Kanata · 4 hundredths clear of Torta Boyz

    Then Torta Boyz 4.75, Mi Amor Tacos 4.68

    See all 54
  51. Movers120 ranked
    Photo: Prestige Moving Inc | Ottawa Long Distance Movers via Google

    Number 1 in movers: Prestige Moving Inc | Ottawa Long Distance Movers

    Nepean · 2 hundredths clear of Ottawa Best Movers

    Then Ottawa Best Movers 4.94, OC Movers Ottawa 4.94

    See all 120
  52. Museums22 ranked
    Photo: Majid Alavi via Google

    Number 1 in museums: Canadian War Museum

    Downtown · 9 hundredths clear of Canadian Museum of Nature / Musée canadien de la nature

    Then Canadian Museum of Nature / Musée canadien de la nature 4.70, Canadian Museum of History 4.70

    See all 22
  53. Nail Salons194 ranked
    Photo: TP Beauty Studio via Google

    Number 1 in nail salons: TP Beauty Studio

    Centretown · level with Lavish Nails and Spa Kanata Ottawa at two decimals

    Then Lavish Nails and Spa Kanata Ottawa 4.82, 16 - Nails & Spa 4.81

    See all 194
  54. Parks537 ranked
    Photo: Major's Hill Park via Google

    Number 1 in parks: Major's Hill Park

    ByWard Market · 9 hundredths clear of Hog's Back Park

    Then Hog's Back Park 4.70, Andrew Haydon Park 4.70

    See all 537
  55. Pho36 ranked
    Photo: MinhTu Van via Google

    Number 1 in pho: Pho Tuan

    Centretown West · 2 hundredths clear of Pho By Night

    Then Pho By Night 4.68, Phở Bắc Oriental Cuisine 4.61

    See all 36
  56. Plumbers78 ranked
    Photo: Canada Plumbing via Google

    Number 1 in plumbers: Canada Plumbing

    Beacon Hill · 2 hundredths clear of Summit Drain & Plumbing Ottawa

    Then Summit Drain & Plumbing Ottawa 4.91, Plomberie Nasau 4.90

    See all 78 Plumbers: page 2
  57. Ramen8 ranked
    Photo: Taki Ramen via Google

    Number 1 in ramen: Taki Ramen

    Glebe · 4 hundredths clear of Kuma Takumi

    Then Kuma Takumi 4.73, Jinsei Ramen Restaurant 4.65

    See all 8
  58. Seafood Restaurants18 ranked
    Photo: Hany Zahran via Google

    Number 1 in seafood restaurants: CRAB BOIL

    Kanata · level with Seau de Crabe Restaurant at two decimals

    Then Seau de Crabe Restaurant 4.78, Supply and Demand 4.76

    See all 18
  59. Shoe Stores18 ranked
    Photo: Glebe Trotters via Google

    Number 1 in shoe stores: Glebe Trotters

    Glebe · 2 hundredths clear of WOOKI.com

    Then WOOKI.com 4.87, Zagros Shoes 4.78

    See all 18
  60. Spas132 ranked
    Photo: Om Massage Santé Holistique via Google

    Number 1 in spas: Om Massage Santé Holistique

    Gatineau · 5 hundredths clear of Tamara's Beauty Spa

    Then Tamara's Beauty Spa 4.93, Spa Tresor 4.92

    See all 132
  61. Steakhouses12 ranked
    Photo: Rosebowl Steak & Seafood via Google

    Number 1 in steakhouses: Rosebowl Steak & Seafood

    Centretown West · one hundredth clear of Harmons Steakhouse

    Then Harmons Steakhouse 4.54, Delicious Steak House 4.48

    See all 12
  62. Tacos23 ranked

    Number 1 in tacos: Ay Dios Mio Tacos

    Kanata · 9 hundredths clear of Taco ‘Bout it

    Then Taco ‘Bout it 4.73, Mi Amor Tacos 4.72

    See all 23
  63. Tattoo Shops87 ranked
    Photo: Colibri Tattoo and Piercing (Ottawa) via Google

    Number 1 in tattoo shops: Colibri Tattoo and Piercing (Ottawa)

    ByWard Market · 2 hundredths clear of INK TERMINAL

    Then INK TERMINAL 4.98, 3 Round Tattoo 4.96

    See all 87 Tattoo Shops: page 2
  64. Thai Restaurants38 ranked
    Photo: Lotus of Siam via Google

    Number 1 in thai restaurants: Lotus of Siam

    Glebe · 11 hundredths clear of Chopp Chop Thai Street Food

    Then Chopp Chop Thai Street Food 4.70, Chili Thai Takeout 4.62

    See all 38
  65. Thrift Stores17 ranked
    Photo: Fabrick Collective via Google

    Number 1 in thrift stores: Fabrick Collective

    Glebe · 5 hundredths clear of Miam Miam General Store

    Then Miam Miam General Store 4.69, Shop Smart Thrift Store 4.65

    See all 17
  66. Turkish Restaurants12 ranked
    Photo: Yc Yc via Google

    Number 1 in turkish restaurants: Tava Turkish Cuisine

    Kanata · 8 hundredths clear of Agha Turkish Restaurant Ottawa

    Then Agha Turkish Restaurant Ottawa 4.80, Iskender Kebab House Turkish Cuisine 4.79

    See all 12
  67. Vegan Restaurants10 ranked
    Photo: Chickpeas via Google

    Number 1 in vegan restaurants: Chickpeas

    Alta Vista · one hundredth clear of Govinda's

    Then Govinda's 4.76, Korean Mother's Meals-Hotteok, Vegan kimchi & Vegan bingsu 4.74

    See all 10
  68. Vietnamese Restaurants66 ranked
    Photo: w Z via Google

    Number 1 in vietnamese restaurants: Mama Mai Vietnamese Kitchen

    Bells Corners · 5 hundredths clear of Pho Tuan

    Then Pho Tuan 4.72, Pho By Night 4.69

    See all 66 Vietnamese Restaurants: page 2

Read the rating and the review count together

A high star rating from a small number of reviews carries less evidence than the same rating from a larger number. Our weighted score brings the category average into the calculation. It does not measure our own dining experience.

#1 on the listEverest Cuisine Ottawa4.9 stars3,087 reviewsScore 4.87
More stars, fewer reviewsKorean Mother's Meals-Hotteok, Vegan kimchi & Vegan bingsu5.0 stars173 reviewsScore 4.65

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The numbers behind each list

The order applies to the retained records in a saved Ottawa-Gatineau search sample. It is not an award, a full census or a claim that we tasted every menu. The search grid and category query can miss businesses. A business can qualify for more than one category.

ListPlaces shownScopeAverage CReview weight mData observed
Restaurants1171 of 1171Ottawa-area average4.36200
Breakfast55 of 55Ottawa-area average4.41200
Sushi55 of 55Ottawa-area average4.33200
Pizza159 of 159Ottawa-area average4.38200
Shawarma76 of 76Ottawa-area average4.35200
Appliance Repairs29 of 29Ottawa-area average4.48102
Attractions86 of 86Ottawa-area average4.5869.5
Auto Repair503 of 503Ottawa-area average4.5784
Bakeries149 of 149Ottawa-area average4.60193
Barbers279 of 279Ottawa-area average4.76176
Bike Shops44 of 44Ottawa-area average4.74167
Bookstores43 of 43Ottawa-area average4.55124
Bridal Shops20 of 20Ottawa-area average4.59120
Brunch61 of 61Ottawa-area average4.43200
Bubble Tea15 of 15Ottawa-area average4.41178
Buffets12 of 12Ottawa-area average4.01200
Burgers43 of 43Ottawa-area average4.39200
Car Detailing140 of 140Ottawa-area average4.8239.5
Chinese Restaurants105 of 105Ottawa-area average4.05200
Clothing Stores148 of 148Ottawa-area average4.5252.5
Coffee Shops135 of 135Ottawa-area average4.58200
Delis33 of 33Ottawa-area average4.57194.5
Desserts41 of 41Ottawa-area average4.66200
Donuts9 of 9Ottawa-area average4.44200
Dry Cleaners41 of 41Ottawa-area average4.2651.5
Electricians83 of 83Ottawa-area average4.7230
Fast Food Restaurants59 of 59Ottawa-area average4.52200
Florists72 of 72Ottawa-area average4.56108
Furniture Stores55 of 55Ottawa-area average4.4945.5
Garage Door Companies19 of 19Ottawa-area average4.6863
Golf Courses20 of 20Ottawa-area average4.16200
Greek Restaurants27 of 27Ottawa-area average4.30200
Grocery Stores149 of 149Ottawa-area average4.4599.5
Gyms97 of 97Ottawa-area average4.8056.5
Hair Salons498 of 498Ottawa-area average4.7354
Halal Restaurants21 of 21Ottawa-area average4.64200
Hardware Stores7 of 7Ottawa-area average4.2064
Hotels43 of 43Ottawa-area average3.79200
Hvac120 of 120Ottawa-area average4.6754
Ice Cream27 of 27Ottawa-area average4.50164
Indian Restaurants81 of 81Ottawa-area average4.32200
Italian Restaurants56 of 56Ottawa-area average4.38200
Japanese Restaurants28 of 28Ottawa-area average4.28200
Jewelry Stores81 of 81Ottawa-area average4.5576.5
Korean Restaurants17 of 17Ottawa-area average4.39200
Landscapers124 of 124Ottawa-area average4.5930.5
Lebanese Restaurants25 of 25Ottawa-area average4.42200
Locksmiths21 of 21Ottawa-area average4.7476
Malls117 of 117Ottawa-area average4.22200
Mexican Restaurants54 of 54Ottawa-area average4.46200
Movers120 of 120Ottawa-area average4.7475
Museums22 of 22Ottawa-area average4.52200
Nail Salons194 of 194Ottawa-area average4.43179
Parks537 of 537Ottawa-area average4.4346
Pho36 of 36Ottawa-area average4.36200
Plumbers78 of 78Ottawa-area average4.7053
Ramen8 of 8Ottawa-area average4.53200
Seafood Restaurants18 of 18Ottawa-area average4.53200
Shoe Stores18 of 18Ottawa-area average4.4855.5
Spas132 of 132Ottawa-area average4.5851
Steakhouses12 of 12Ottawa-area average4.36200
Tacos23 of 23Ottawa-area average4.56200
Tattoo Shops87 of 87Ottawa-area average4.8660
Thai Restaurants38 of 38Ottawa-area average4.45200
Thrift Stores17 of 17Ottawa-area average4.3153
Turkish Restaurants12 of 12Ottawa-area average4.72200
Vegan Restaurants10 of 10Ottawa-area average4.52200
Vietnamese Restaurants66 of 66Ottawa-area average4.44200

Chains and bars are left out of every list; the rest keep their formula order. Read the full method

68 built lists. 6,781 list records. Data: . Method

Looking for something to eat? Check out our list of restaurants (1,171) or a specific dish such as shawarma (76) or pho (36). Need a trade? We have lists for mechanics (503), electricians (83) and plumbers (78) under services. If there are fewer than 10 places on a list, such as ramen (8) and donuts (9), we flag it as a small field, so take its order with a grain of salt.

Questions

How is each list ranked?

Every place is given a Score of (v/(v+m))*R + (m/(v+m))*C, where R is the place's rating, v is the number of reviews and C is the Ottawa-area average. If a place has a low number of reviews, its Score will be pulled closer to the average, so a handful of perfect ratings rarely outranks a long, steady record.

Which list is the biggest?

Restaurants, with 1,171 places on the list. Parks (537), mechanics (503) and hair salons (498) are next. Hardware stores has the fewest, with 7.

What is a small-field list?

A list that has fewer than 10 places on it, such as hardware stores (7), ramen (8) and donuts (9). They use the same formula, but with such a small number of places one new review can change the order.

How often are the lists updated?

Data was pulled 2026-10-29. All lists are updated every 90 days, so the next pull will be by late January 2027.

Side-by-Side Record Comparison

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