The portions are very small and very expensive. I only eat sustainably caught fish so was excited to try the Whalesbone. My friend and I had to go down the street and get a pizza slice at Pizza Pizza right after we left and we are not huge eaters. Frankly it was a rip off.

For more than two years, I have been agreeing to go to the Whalesbone Oyster House with my husband. For many reasons we never went - until last night. The restaurant is in an old building, very narrow and very small. Okay, it could be likened to eating in one of those 'in' places in New York City, tucked away... More

The restaurant is cozy and the service is friendly. It wasn't my choice because I'm not a seafood person, but I was very happy with my meal. My family loves the oysters there. Not my thing, but rave reviews. The desserts are amazing. The space is a bit cramped, but not uncomfortably so. Many tables have a clear view of... More

Excellent food, service, and ambiance. Chic, gourmet, delicious food without the attitude is what we liked best. A real mix of people as well, small, cozy and loud...an oasis of life and vibrancy in Ottawa. Will become our staple go to restaurant when we want to splurge.

Had to wait about 30mins to get my order of oysters. I was surprised they didn't have a second person shucking. It was worth the wait. Very fresh. They had 4 different oysters in season to choose from. We got a mix of all The menu has a wonderful variety of flavours. Very hard to choose what to eat. Over... More

I have been to this little place many times! Hosted a private dinner for my hubby's 40th birthday. There are NO fresher, cleaner oysters in the world! The service is awesome, and the food....even if you aren't an oyster lover, is to die for....

This place is the best oyster house, check that, best restaurant on the planet. It has everything you want, when you want it. You want to go after work with the boys and put in a shift while enjoying some pacific oysters? You got it. You want to impress a date by treating them to one of the best meals... More

Went for a meal with colleagues, quaint eclectic setting, make reservations if you wan to get in... Very small and limited seating! 5 appetizers and 5 main dishes, loved the limited menu, pushes you out of your comfort zone! We started with an oyster plate, great presentation! And who knew single malt scotch was great sprinkled over oysters!!! I think... More

Ate here for a friend's birthday and being vegetarian I thought I was going to go hungry because there was nothing vegetarian in the menu but the chef prepared a vege dish for me that was really delicious - still salivating from the crispy chickpeas they sprinkled on my dish. I will be back for the random vege dishes they'll... More