Visitors to Ottawa might like to enjoy an evening out at the Empire Grill in Ottawa. The Empire Grill is located on Clarence Street in the heart of Bywater Market, Lower Town, Ottawa Canada. It's a great place to go and relax with a martini or to enjoy a meal. The Grill is owned and operated by Ottawa restauranteers Dave Leif and Dave Mangano. The menu includes a mixed grill platter for sharing, tandoori chicken and lemon grass lamb to name but a few. If you are going for the first time then you should try the not to be missed Empire burger with carmelised onions.
The grill is often packed to bursting on Sunday nights as it offers live jazz music for patrons to enjoy. On warm nights it is possible to sit and eat out on the pation for those who prefer a less crowded atmosphere. This New York style bistro/ bar club is a popular place for locals to visit - it is also a place where age differences don't seem to matter as the clientele ranges from young teens to post retirement clients.
Reviews of the Empire Grill are mixed with some people complaining about the price of the food and the lack lustre service; others give the restaurant the thumbs up on all counts, having enjoyed great food and helpful, friendly service. The restaurant can get crowded as there is a lot going on; it's a place where people like to relax and enjoy lively conversations with their food. The bar is shaped like a question mark and encourages people to mix and talk.
