Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.6 out of 5
Very good | 4427 reviews

What Nessrin Gaddah doesn't like about Canal Ritz:
Great view at the canal.. However, I was frequently annoyed by the waitress (Jaz) who didn’t stop coming to me asking if I need something else and her shift is over.. why should I care if her shift is over but the restaurant is still open.. it was my first time there and was going through the menu and I like to get my meal in courses, salad then soup then the main course but she really kept coming to me a lot I could... View all feedback. What LauraChes likes about Canal Ritz:
Had a nice dinner here and the server knew exactly how to guide me through the menu. Had the mussels to start which was nice but needed a gluten free bread or bun but nothing was offered. Had the seafood pasta which was great. I would recommend! View all feedback.

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Menu
3.0 ★ from 13 reviews
Haley
22.03.2021 - 08:03

5 starsService was excellentWe both ordered the salmonIt came with rice and veggiesI ordered a Rosee wineEverything was delicious.

Valentin
26.11.2017 - 11:21

The bad reviews are trueFood is not fresh and overcooked.

Burley
26.11.2017 - 11:21

Amazing place, amazing food, amazing view; but unfortunately the service was bad which ruined the experience.

Emmy
20.01.2018 - 17:37

It could have been better. The three of us had burgers and were very happy with them. However, the servers should be taught not to remove any plates while there...

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Rey
13.03.2019 - 17:56

Ένα πολύ ωραίο εστιατόριο , με καλό φαγητό, καλό σέρβις το οποίο βρίσκεται και σε ένα πολύ ωραίο μέρος. Σίγουρα να δοκιμάσετε την πίτσα του.Οι τιμές του επίσης...

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The Canal Ritz, located by the canal, offers a great view and large patio with excellent water views. While some reviewers mentioned service issues like servers being overly attentive or slow, overall the experience was positive. The menu receives mixed reviews with some finding the food to be mediocre while others enjoyed unique options like the pear and brie pizza. The restaurant is noted for its generous portion sizes, nice ambience, and friendly service. Prices are on the higher side, but many patrons feel it's worth it for the overall experience. Despite some areas for improvement, such as service training and menu variety, the Canal Ritz remains a popular choice for enjoying a meal by the water.

Restaurantji
3.4 ★ from 209 reviews
Nessrin
10.10.2023 - 11:48

Great view at the canal.. However, I was frequently annoyed by the waitress (Jaz) who didn’t stop coming to me asking if I need something else and her shift is...

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Vida
10.10.2023 - 11:48

I don't recommend this place to any of my friends or family. The scenery and location are awesome, but the food quality, flavours, variety etc all disappoint. I...

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Stefanie
10.10.2023 - 11:48

The canal ritz is the place to go to enjoy the canal with a drink but that’s all that this restaurant is good for. The food was incredibly mediocre and I would...

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Joseph
10.10.2023 - 11:48

The good: the service is very good! The servers are fast, exceptionally friendly, and attentive. The view is lovely with panoramic views of the canal. The cockt...

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Tara
10.10.2023 - 11:48

I have been here back in 2017 when I lived for a summer and now I came back for a vacation with my husband. I was really hoping that they did not close down (li...

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Aggregated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Lacy
14.06.2023 - 10:05

The best restaurants in the canal with a crazy view. Nice meal and friendly staff. Do not miss going there while the temperature is still pleasant.

Jarod
14.06.2023 - 10:05

Nice location. Try to book a table that has a beautiful view of the canal if you love the scenic view. The staff is super friendly. You answer your questions ab...

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Althea
14.06.2023 - 10:05

An absolute pleasure of one of my favorites in the city. Fantastic food (highly recommend the chicken parm) with beautiful view of the canal.

Syble
14.06.2023 - 10:05

So happy that the terrace is open again! Nice place to sit and enjoy a drink / meal while on the canal. Excellent selection of drinks and I have never been disa...

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Elza
14.06.2023 - 10:05

We just held an afternoon baby shower for about 40 people in the beautiful glassed-in dining area of the Canal Ritz. At 9am when we showed up for decorating the...

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Yelp
2.5 ★ from 58 reviews
Jerry
20.07.2024 - 18:58

The view at this restaurant is spectacular. If you happen to come across this place while strolling along the canal, be prepared for slightly higher prices for...

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Elizabeth
20.07.2024 - 18:58

The food at this restaurant was delicious. I ordered the Primavera Spaghetti with wheat pasta, veggies, and plum tomato sauce, while my husband had the salmon w...

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Randy
20.07.2024 - 18:58

The location and the Ambiance are perfect the service was very very good the food was mediocre it would be fantastic to see a superb chef reworked the menu at s...

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Julie
20.07.2024 - 18:58

Service and ambiance were both excellent! Absolutely no complaints there! Food quality needs improvement. It really doesn't match the first two criteria. We had...

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Maha
20.07.2024 - 18:58

One star is for the great customer service, the other star is for the view! Unfortunately the food we ordered was not that good! The bruschetta was too garlicky...

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Findmeglutenfree
4.5 ★ from 4 reviews
h3532842
19.09.2024 - 10:53

Delicious gluten-free pasta, pizza, and dessert choices available.

Milton
22.03.2021 - 00:16

Had a nice dinner here and the server knew exactly how to run me through the menu. Had the shells to begin what was nice, but needed a gluten-free bread or brea...

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Tom
20.02.2023 - 21:22

Great food. beautiful outdoor terrace on the canal.

Fabian
20.02.2023 - 21:22

Nice location, great food. Nominal supplement for gluten-free pasta or a gluten-free pizza crust. Pizza was great!

Tobin
03.12.2017 - 22:40

Beautiful location, great food. Nominal extra charge for gluten free pasta or a gluten free pizza crust. Pizza was great!

Int Restaurants
3.5 ★ from 2079 reviews
Amanda
17.01.2024 - 12:29

Ate on the patio. It was very busy but service was quick, and staff came by regularly to refill water and drinks. Very relaxed place to hang out on the water. C...

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mounir
17.01.2024 - 12:29

Restaurant with Very nice view , food in general is good very nice terrasse , staff are welcoming and they have very good costumer service , will comeback for s...

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Googleusercontent
4.0 ★ from 1 reviews
LauraChes
17.08.2023 - 08:59

Had a nice dinner here and the server knew exactly how to guide me through the menu. Had the mussels to start which was nice but needed a gluten free bread or b...

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Foursquare
3.1 ★ from 34 reviews
Google
3.8 ★ from 1487 reviews
Tripadvisor
3.5 ★ from 409 reviews
Zomato
3.0 ★ from 123 reviews

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