French bistro with a Newfoundland accent. Local meats and fare, sustainable seafood, award-winning wine list and creative cocktails help make us what we are…
Reservations are always recommended and can be made online or by calling 613.729.2500!
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Low-key bistro for Newfoundland-influenced French small plates & mains, with many cocktails.
Christopher Clarke
Delicious food and friendly neighborhood atmosphere. Very much feels like it is for locals in the neighborhood with families dining together.
The food was delicious and homemade. I enjoyed the risotto. There is a nice selection of homecooked and gourmet meals.
… morechris buchner
After a very long 2 weeks on vacation my wife and I were looking to find our own way away from others. We drove looking for a different vibe and after finding ourselves at the city of Ottawa public works yard we succumbed to Google maps to find something close by.
To our absolute delight we found ourselves at Petite Bill’s Bistro. Not knowing anything about it we walked in blind and hoped for the best.
First we were met with the kindest most genuine friendly person who with her infectious smile welcomed us in. Our server was equally kind and genuine. He recognized that we were a little fried and was quick with a joke and speedy service to an absolutely delicious americano. We followed up with ordering the Veggie chowder special and seafood chowder. Both were amazing and served with homemade butter buns. Lunch consisted of fish and chips for me and French dip grilled cheese for my wife.
The food felt homemade. I say that because Petite Bill’s has its roots in Newfoundland and once we discovered that we understood why it felt like home.
Thank you Petite Bill’s Bistro for caring for us, feeding us, and making us feel like we were family.
… moreBarb Massie
We had a delicious meal, enjoying fish and frites, green curry and salmon, and prime rib dinners. The food was perfectly prepared. Server was attentive and friendly, answering any questions we had. Great ambiance . Restaurant had local artists displaying their artwork on the walls which was a great backdrop and provided good conversation.
Would highly recommend this restaurant for a delicious evening dinner.
… moreFahimeh Hosseini
I was really disappointed with my experience here. I ordered a burger wrapped in lettuce with cheese, expecting something flavorful and well-presented—especially for a high-ranking restaurant. Instead, what I received looked plain and unappetizing, with no cheese and barely any effort in presentation. For the price and reputation, I expected much better quality and attention to detail. Definitely not worth the hype.
… moreGord Johnson
A valentine celebration! Great meal, with superb flavours in the salmon and in the chicken. The chowder is to die for! Beyond excellent. The service, prompt and attentive without being pushy. My wife said, “what a great way to celebrate Valentines”. The desert was so good, I went back to get some that they boxed up for me. They are so kind and personable. We have been recommending them, for 17 years, to anyone we meet, and we have never been wrong. Thanks so much everyone !
… moreDenis C
I had a wonderful experience dining here. The cod special was absolutely fantastic—perfectly cooked, fresh, and packed with flavor. You could tell a lot of care went into preparing it. The service was also outstanding. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, which made the meal even more enjoyable. Everything about the visit—from the food to the service—was truly impressive. I would definitely recommend this place and look forward to coming back again soon!
… moreEmily Loewen
Visited here for my partners 30th birthday – the waiter was super attentive (filled my wine, our waters), and provided good recommendations. We had the lobster poutine and seafood chowder to start and it was delicious! My partner had the short ribs as the main and I had the lobster risotto. Both were amazing. They also provided a small piece of Black Forest cake for his birthday which was so appreciated! Would definitely be back again for seafood or a special occasion.
… moreAnthony DiRienzo
We had a fantastic dinner at Petit Bill’s. Randy, the owner, was walking around helping guests and checking in on the service throughout the evening which was very nice to see. Our waiter, Connor, was terrific and very helpful in providing menu suggestions as well.
We had the Lobster Wontons to start and then the Short Rib and the Fish & Frites which were all wonderful but the real surprise was the Bread Pudding for dessert. Don’t sleep on the bread pudding!
… moreAnna Maria
Had the pleasure of visiting Petit Bill’s Bistro for lunch — and WOW! Walking in past the cozy patio, you’re welcomed by a warm, inviting space filled with art from local artists. We were greeted and served by Terry, one of the owners, who shared the heartwarming story behind this family-run gem.
The food was incredible, but it was the service that truly stood out. You can feel the passion and genuine care in every detail — and every bite. We left feeling like part of the family. Thank you for a wonderful meal. We can’t wait to come back!
… moreEvely Wild
Lovely Bistro, our server Erica was amazing, we had a great time! I will come back.
-The Wonton lobster doesn’t have a lot of lobster but it still was my favorite.
-For the risotto it’s a personal preference but I thought that the flavor was a little bit too subtle, but there was a good amount of lobster/shrimps and the grilled green onion were delicious.
-The lobster poutine sauce is very tasty.
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