Astoria Bistro Botanique - Gatineau

I recently dined at a fully vegan restaurant that offers a variety of gluten-free options, with at least 1/3 of the menu catering to those needs. I found it difficult to decide on what to order as everything on the menu sounded delicious and diverse. Ultimately, we decided to try the brunch menu and were not disappointed. The breakfast tacos were a standout, packed with flavor. However, the chicken and waffles dish was a bit lackluster in taste. The ambience of the restaurant was also enjoyable. (This review has been updated from a previous version on September 4, 2023.)

The atmosphere is nice, the staff is wonderful and sweet. Food is succulent! The oat milk latte matcha, MIAM! Thank you!

During our holiday in the area, we enjoyed a delightful meal at this restaurant. The food was exceptional, particularly the arancini, and the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this restaurant, as it also offers a variety of vegan wine options. While the perogi's were a bit dry, overall the meal was satisfying.

This is by far our favourite vegan restaurant in the National Capital Region. We've been many times and have had just about everything on the menu. The only disappointment was the pierogis, which were dry and hard. Everything else, including the cocktails, has been top notch.

The menu options at this restaurant are fantastic, with every dish being incredible. I was particularly impressed by the risotto with mushroom "scallops," something I had never tried before. The Caesar salad was also delicious. The atmosphere of the restaurant was lovely and it was great to see it bustling with customers. Located just over the bridge in Gatineau, this is a must-visit spot if you're in Ottawa. I will definitely be returning.