Menu - Fauna

Had dinner at Fauna last night. Had a bit of a trip up when our online reservations were made for 4 but came into the restaurant for 2. Doug and the other front... read more Had dinner at Fauna last night. Had a bit of a trip up when our online reservations were made for 4 but came into the restaurant for 2. Doug and the other front of house staff deftly took care of this even though the place was completely packed. Once we sat down, we essentially ordered everything on the menu. Sablefish. The steak. The tuna crudo. The pork belly. The duck. Turkey Wing. Endive salad. Arancini. The carpaccio. The food was really really excellent. Perfectly prepared, flavorful, and wonderfully seasoned and plated. Our server Emily was also excellent and did a good job of taking care of us for the whole 3 and a half hours. This place is a gem and has a top 10 spot for me as one of Ottawa's best restaurants. Excellent.

I found this place the Canadas100Best website and I reached out to book an evening with a personalized menu with wine pairing. Not only did I get quick replies... read more I found this place the Canadas100Best website and I reached out to book an evening with a personalized menu with wine pairing. Not only did I get quick replies from two of their staff, they were extremely accommodating and went over and above to prepare unique dishes that tantalize the senses. The service was delightful and the food was exquisite. Fauna sets the bar really high for Ottawa and I really have to thank them for teaching my pallet a thing or two.