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House and guest DJs keep the crowd bouncing at this trendy martini bar, which offers special nights including Classic Clubbin' Wednesday and 4 The People Thursdays. The trendy, upscale lounge offers wine, beer and spirits in addition to the impressive martini menu.
Address: 129 Bank Street Ottawa ON K1P 5N7
 1 613 277-1700
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Located in the Byward Market area, Blue Cactus Bar and Grill is a popular spot to go for a bite to each and a visit with buddies. The restaurant serves a menu of tasty southwest-style cuisine such a BBQ ribs, fajitas and steak. A range of drinks are available and margaritas are a particular favourite.
Address: 2 Byward Market Ottawa ON K1N 7A1
 Send an Email 1 613 241-7061
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Decked out with arctic blue bars and blazing fireplaces, Helsinki brings a bit of the far north to Ottawa. Open seven nights a week, special evenings include a gay night on Thursday, Supersize Fridays, Play Thursday with R&B, hip hop, old school, crunk and reggae, and Juicy Saturday featuring electronic dance music.
Address: 15 George Street Ottawa ON K1N 8W5
1 613 241-2868
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Offering one of the most impressive wine lists in Ottawa, Vineyards Wine Bar and Bistro also offers premium scotch, brandy and port. The dark and cosy interior perfectly compliments the live jazz music offered three nights a week. The bisto's menu features items such as steak and fries, calamari, oysters, grills and cheese platters.
Address: 54 York St. Ottawa ON K1N 5T1
Send an Email 1 613 241-4270
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The Drink
The Drink is a classy spot located in Ottawa's Byward Market area. With a 21 and over policy, the club attracts a slightly more mature crowd than other establishments in the area. Visitors drink tasty cocktails and groove to the music on the busy dance floor.
Address: 130 George Street Ottawa ON K1N 5W4
1 613 244-9905
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18 Bar Restaurant is a trendy upscale wine bar in Ottawa's Byward Market. Located in a heritage building, the hip bar offers a menu of modern French fare along with an extensive wine list. The eatery is available for private parties and receptions.
Address: 18 York Street Ottawa ON K1N 5S6
1 613 244-1188
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Foundation
A popular spot for an after work drink, Foundation also serves up an upscale bistro-style menu features items such as a seafood platter and an organic beef hambourgeois sandwiches. Many of the tasty cocktails are original to the bar, which features three dining rooms and two private areas.
Address: 18B York Street Ottawa ON K1N 5S6
1 613 562-9331
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Absinthe Cafe Resto Bar
Both the menu and the decor of this trendy, bohemian bistro are influenced by the French bistro-style. Popular among the local crowd, Absinthe Cafe Resto Bar features a live DJ spinning on Friday and Saturday nights. Visitors can enjoy brunch at the bistro on weekends.
Address: 65A Holland Ave. Ottawa ON K1Y 0X9
1 613 761-1138
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A trendy and modern twist on dining and nightlife is found at Social. From the menu that blends traditional French cuisine and North American dishes to the DJs spinning jazz tunes, this is a great spot for a night out on the town.
Address: 537 Sussex Dr. Ottawa ON CAN K1N 6Z6
1 613 789-7355
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The Metropolitan Brasserie offers a little bit of Paris in Ottawa. Modelled on some of the City of Lights best bistro-bars, this eatery features a raw bar where visitors will find shrimp, oysters, mussels and more. There are a variety of beers on tap as well as over 88 types of wine and champagne.
Address: 700 Sussex Drive Ottawa ON K1N 1K4
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Balcony Bar Lounge
Spread out over two floors and with a bar on each, Balcony Bar Lounge is a chic and classy nightspot in central Ottawa. Patrons groove to Latin, jazz and Brazilian beats while sipping wine, beer and spirits.
Address: 360A Elgin Street Ottawa ON K2P 1M8
1 613 236-5915
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Landmarks Lounge
Located in the Westin Hotel, Landmarks Lounge features huge windows offering impressive views of Parliament Hill and the rest of Ottawa. Visitors can much on a variety of tasty snacks while enjoying an after work or after travel beverage such as a local or imported beer, a wine from the extensive list or a specialty martini.
Address: 11 Colonel By Drive Ottawa ON K1N 9H4
1 613 560-7333
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DJs at this trendy club in the Byward Market play a mix of dance music including funk, hip hop, house, jazz, R&B and trance. Open from Thursday to Saturday night, patrons sip beer, wine and martinis while relaxing on the bars comfy sofas.
Address: 56 Byward Market Ottawa ON K1N 7A2
Send an Email 1 613 562-1120
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Whiskey Bar
Located in the Byward Market, Whiskey Bar is an lounge and dance bar that caters to an unpretentious 20-and 30-something crowd. The decor includes a fireplace and TVs and drinks include draft and bottled beer, hi-balls and a large variety of whiskey.
Address: 112 York Street Ottawa ON K1N 5T5
1 613 241-5457
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Lookout Bar & Bistro
Located on the second floor of a building in the Byward Market, Lookout Bar & Bistro is easy to miss but worth trying to find. With an industrial interior and funky decorations, the bar features a balcony that overlooks the street and there are pool tables in the back to keep patrons entertained. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights an eclectic crowd grooves on the dance floor to the sounds of local DJs.
Address: 41 York Street Ottawa ON K1N 5S7
1 613 789-1624
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The black and red motif create a sophisticated ambiance in this restaurant which serves upscale versions of traditional favourites like fish and chips. An extensive drink menu offers sangria, cocktails and champagnes to patrons.
Address: 87 Clarence St. Ottawa ON CAN K1N 5P5
Send an Email 1 613 241-8787
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Known for its innovative interior, music and atmosphere, Mercury Lounge offers a drink menu that includes 18 specialty martinis. Open since 1994, the lounge is located in the Byward Market and features DJs spinning unusual beats that include everything from acid jazz to progressive trance.
Address: 56 Byward Market Ottawa ON K1N 7A2
Send an Email 1 613 789-5324
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Aloha Room
Located under Barrymore's, the Aloha Room allows patrons to pretend they're at the beach even on a cold Ottawa winter day. Decorated in kitschy Hawaiian gear including surfboards and lava lamps, the laidback lounge offers a range of sweet and fruity cocktails, and DJs spin everything including reggae and disco.
Address: 323 Bank Street Ottawa ON K2P 1X9
1 613 233-0307
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Fresco Bistro Italiano
Located in downtown Ottawa, Fresco Bistro Italiano is a simple and stylish eatery serving bistro-style contemporary Italian fare. A traditional Italian dinner is served each Sunday, and live musicians entertain the crowds on Friday and Saturday nights. The second floor transforms into a lounge later in the evening.
Address: 354 Elgin St. Ottawa ON K2P 1M8
1 613 235-7541
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