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Mati, Ottawa, ON

Mati

4.5
4.5
185 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
At Mati, our menu offers a modern take on Mediterranean style crudo dishes and charcoal grilled steaks, showcasing the finest ingredients and technique.
Indulge in our famous seafood towers or mouth-watering wagyu steaks and truly see what our menu is all about.
Each dish is meticulously crafted, capturing the essence of the Mediterranean with modern touches. Complemented by inspired sides and accompaniments, our menu caters to a variety of preferences, ensuring a memorable dining experience for all.

The Bar Menu - Cocktails and Wine
At Mati, you’ll experience some of the finest craft cocktails in the city. High quality ingredients, craft ice, and beautiful glassware result in elevated cocktails that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests.
Our Sommelier curated wine list will have you exploring unique and exquisite wines from all over the world and some of the finest from right here at home.
Private dining

Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–23:00 Fri 17:00–00:00 Sat 16:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    (613) 680-3860
  • Website
    http://www.matiottawa.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We offer two private rooms, each with it's own distinct charm. Our event team will work closely with you to customize every aspect of your gathering to create an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Amanda Belli: (613) 680-3860
  • Location
    428 Preston St, Ottawa, ON K1S 4N2
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Cross Street
    Preston & Norman
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Private Dining Room - The Oval Room

    CAD 125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The Oval Room is Mati's intimate private dining space, located downstairs in your very own private area. Please note that this is a separate room not locate din our main dining area.. Please let us know if you are celebrating anything at all or if you have any special requests.
    Private Dining Room - The Oval Room photo

  • Gatsby New Year's Eve at Mati

    CAD 140.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Let's make this New Year's Eve a night to remember at Mati! Celebrate the start of 2025 with our Gatsby-themed evening and a prix fixe menu starting at $140/person. Choose from two seating times and check out our menu to see what we have planned for this unforgettable celebration! Visit http://matiottawa.ca/new-years-eve-ottawa-2025 to view our New Year's Eve Menu.

Menu

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What 185 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mati is a culinary gem known for its "incredible food" and "flawless service." Diners rave about its unique drinks and superb wine menu. While the atmosphere is vibrant, the patio offers a quieter dining experience. Notable dishes include the seafood tower and Iberico pork chop. Ideal for special occasions.

185 Reviews

  1. Mireille

    Ottawa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience at Mati. The food was incredible and the service was amazing. In particular, the owner was exceptional in his hospitality and making us feel welcomed and well taken care of. Will be my go to place.

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  2. Louis

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Happy Mati is reopened for lunch. Great food and awesome service. Highly recommended.

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  3. Stephanie

    Ottawa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The three tiered Seafood was delicious The tomahawk was cooked to our specifications, although cold in temperature The host was very accommodating and welcoming The servers are great The drinks were good The atmosphere was good We enjoyed my husbands birthday celebration

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  4. Derek

    Ottawa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The 6 of us had a great time, great meal and great service The group could not stop talking about how good their steaks were.

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  5. Cedrick

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great people. Perfect for small groups or date night. Try the seafood tower! :)
    MatiResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you Cedrick, we hope you'll join us again soon!

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  6. Anna

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    All was beautiful and delicious, however the ambiance was ruined by a one year old child who was disruptive!

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  7. Christine

    Ottawa

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, as usual. The servers friendly. It is a loud restaurant, but you can still have a conversation. The only issue we had is that we specifically asked to have time between dishes, but we got everything all at once. The dining experience is so much better when we share one or two dishes, then have one or two dishes more. Getting everything all at once makes you feel as if you have to eat in a hurry. Everything else was great.
    MatiResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Christine, thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the timing of your dishes was not how you would have liked. Please email us at info@matiottawa.ca so our team can reach out to you about this.

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  8. Tom

    Ottawa

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Enjoyed our food.... I was there entertaining clients.... far to load in the restaurant.... don't think I will be back
    MatiResponded on 13 December 2024
    Hi To,, thanks for sharing your feedback. Please reach out to us at info@matiottawa.ca to discuss this further with us, we would love to have you try and visit us again.

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  9. Corey

    VIP

    Toronto

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice service, very good food, and solid cocktails at brunch. Nice sun through the front windows and a lively vibe.
    MatiResponded on 13 December 2024
    Thank you Corey, we hope you'll join us again!

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  10. HEATHER

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Tasteful decor, but for an establishment at this price point (~$50+ per plate) I would expect to not have to walk sideways beside my table to sit; bumping our and our neighbours table in the process. To note, I’m 115 lbs and slender. Further, it was difficult to carry a conversation without raising our voices because there is nothing above the tables to dampen noise. We only ordered mains, and sat for 1 hour before receiving them- despite other tables having been sat and ordering after us, yet, receiving their food before. All in all - underwhelming. The food was decent. However, because the dining experience was unfavourable, we would not return or recommend this restaurant.
    MatiResponded on 13 December 2024
    Hi Heather, we are sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your experience at Mati. Please email us at info@matiottawa.ca to connect with one of our managers and we can discuss this further with you.

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FAQs

Mati is rated 4.5 stars by 185 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mati

428 Preston St, Ottawa, ON K1S 4N2

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Preston & Norman
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–23:00 Fri 17:00–00:00 Sat 16:00–00:00
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.matiottawa.ca/
  • Phone number
    (613) 680-3860
  • Private party facilities
    We offer two private rooms, each with it's own distinct charm. Our event team will work closely with you to customize every aspect of your gathering to create an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Amanda Belli: (613) 680-3860
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