Bridal Shower

We were very pleased with our experience at Le Space. The venue was very clean and spacious. The decor was breathtaking and the staff were very kind. My daughter’s birthday was definitely a day to remember thanks to Laura for her attention to all details.

A Disappointing Experience for the Bride-to-Be

We recently held my bridal shower at L’Espace, and while the venue was beautifully decorated, the overall experience left much to be desired.

The food was disappointing, and partway through the event, the serving trays were taken away, leaving us to serve our guests from aluminum trays, which was both inconvenient and embarrassing. The air conditioning also wasn’t working properly, making it uncomfortable for everyone, especially our older guests, some of whom had to leave early because of the heat.

What truly saddened me was seeing my mom stressed out during what should have been a joyous occasion. The venue owner was sending her messages during the event about additional fees and payments, which added unnecessary stress to what should have been a happy day.

Overall, it was a disappointing experience that overshadowed what should have been a special celebration.

Our experience at L’Espace for my fiancée’s bridal shower was beyond disappointing. While the venue looked nice, the food was absolutely atrocious. To make matters worse, two hours into the event, someone literally came and took away the serving trays because they were only rented for a limited time, leaving us to serve our guests out of aluminum trays. That level of unprofessionalism is just unacceptable. The air conditioning was also non-functional, and we were told it was out of the owner’s control. We had elderly guests who were so uncomfortable that they had to leave early. On top of everything, the owner harassed my mother-in-law during the event, demanding extra payment and to make sure she pays her before we leave! all while a severe thunderstorm and floods made it difficult for guests to even get around the city to leave or get picked up. Many more upsetting things happened during this event like promises that were unkept. Chilling the wine and drinks is one of them. This should have been a happy day for everyone and unfortunately the owner stripped that from us because of her lack of respect and professionalism. This venue is a nightmare, and the owner clearly has no idea how to run a business. Avoid this place at all costs.

Place was beautifully decorated. I will give her that.
Service was awful, owner was not there present to make sure everything was satisfactory
Only one hour into guests eating, this guy shows up to pick up his bowls buffet was served in and this girl was putting food in aluminum containers because apparently serving platter were reserved for two hours!!! But who does this in middle of meal! I waited for my guests to serve themselves and when I got there she was placing food in aluminum trays! Drinks were not chilled
She had ice as she said from previous party was block ice my guests had to go smash the ice so we can use it… sorry huge disappointment recommendation choose restaurant of your choice and pay for decor theme you are way way better off.

Had our kid’s birthday here and it was great. The place is super kid-friendly, clean, and the staff were chill and helpful. Made the whole thing really easy. Would definitely do it again.

There’s not really great value for the cost of the ticket. There were no shoe vendors, dress lingerie vendors, and it was light on dress selection. There were no bridesmaid dresses either. There were some great food vendors and the men’s suits vendors were the best. There was also no wedding planner vendors. I would take a look at the directory and reach out to the vendors independently, and save the trouble. Many are small business willing to make a deal.

I recently attended the Bridal Expo it was a great experience! I feel as if street signage/side walk signage could have been better stating which way to go when you leave the Parkade. Place was clean inside, lots of venders, lots of parking.

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It doesn't get any better than a French inspired Jordanian cafe. The decor, the lights, the vintage pieces, the dainty sofas, the perfectly curated menu, the lattes, the pastry and to top it off, great service. I absolutely loved everything about this quaint but somehow modern café. The perfect mix of both worlds.

It's one of me, my husband and friends' favorite cafes. Their chicken sandwiches are both filling and delicious. The strawberry milk cake is also amazing 🤩 The lemonade wasn't bad. Their coffee is generally good. I haven't used the restrooms, so I don't know about that. If you can find a seat at this cafe, especially on weekends or weekday evenings, you're very lucky. Enjoy.

What a lovely spot for breakfast. We were greeted with a sweet smile by the owner who is an absolute delight. The cappuccino is velvety smooth, the omelettes are delicious, and their chocolate chip cookies are amazingly flavourful. The café is warm and inviting. If we lived in the area, we would visit several times a week. Highly recommend. We will be back.

Aesthetically super pleasing!!

The service was great as well! Its the noise from a group of >10 ladies that took two stars off for me. A couple friends from my group were here for second time today and confirmed this was their experience last time as well. Not sure if there’s much the management can do here but the noise from this big group was so much so that other people had to speak loudly as well to converse. Gave me a literal headache ngl.

We ordered a blueberry lavender tea, a strawberry pistachio croissant and a cardamom latte. Couldn’t taste the cardamom in latte at all but tea and croissant were amazing!!

My first visit here, I was not disappointed. The decorations were beautiful, very impressive. This place is quaint, charming and homey. We had high tea, a nice presentation, and the food was delicious. It was a bit pricey, but I understood that we were paying for a fancy experience. Got a take out order as well.

I had one of my wedding receptions here May 2025. It was an excellent experience getting to work with the staff here, in particular Chrissy and Gavin who were both our point of contact. They were particularly attentive and knowledgeable in all facets pertaining to our wedding at the Hudson and they worked tirelessly to have the day go off without any issues. The food was excellent as well and we had so many compliments about the venue from our guests. It can be a bit confusing for guests to find their way but with a bit of pre-wedding communication regarding wayfinding everything worked out. I would 100% have my reception here again! Thank you to the team!

I recently planned our firms holiday party at The Hudson and it was one of the best events we’ve planned so far. The space very spacious and beautiful. We had over 190 guests, had room for a lounge area, photobooth and a fun money casino! Their food is absolutely amazing and the staff was awesome!! Chrissy made the event planning portion a delight! I absolutely would recommend using the Hudson for your function be it personal or corporate!

Provided a stage for a panel discussion here. Terrific venue! Decent loading dock, helpful staff, huge freight elevator, nice decor, cool chandeliers. Hope to be back! Thanks for everything, folks!

We hosted our wedding at Hudson and it was the perfect location and experience for our guests. The staff was impeccable! A huge shoutout to Chrissy and Wendy. I could not have planned my wedding if not for these wonderful individuals. The space inside is elegant and it would be great for any type of celebrations. Highly recommended.

Hosted our 40th year high school reunion. The venue was beautiful the service was awesome couldn't ask for better help and a beautiful environment to host our gathering

I had my wedding here and it was incredible! The staff is so helpful on the day of, you feel like a guest at your own wedding! And i didnt even have a wedding planner!
The food was delicious and all my guests said so. Even with a mishap with communication with the DJ, the music was great and the night was unforgettable.
Ambroisie is so gorgeous, it really is a beautiful place for a wedding.
Thank you to Tony, Jaime, Alexandra, and all the wait staff for making my wedding incredible.

I just had my wedding at L’Espace Canal last weekend, and what an incredible experience! From planning the event with the venue coordinator, Alexa, to the flexibility with menu creation with chef Stuart, the communication and coordination was so professional and seamless. We also had an amazing day of experience because of Jaime, Tony, Jonathan, and Rohit. We are filled with gratitude that the whole team made our wedding so memorable and perfect!!!! We got so many compliments from our guests on the food, drinks, and service.

A beautiful place, with a cozy elegance. I had the pleasure of flowering a wedding here, bud vase centerpieces, and a wild-style bridal bouquet. To date one of my favourite locations to flower. I also returned on another occasion to dine with friends at the restaurant, I absolutely loved the french onion soup, and the steak frites was very good.

We recently had the pleasure of celebrating our wedding at L'Espace Canal, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. From the moment we started planning, our coordinator Dietrich took care of every detail with such professionalism and care.

The venue itself is stunning, with its charming ambiance and beautiful views of the canal providing the perfect backdrop for our special day. The staff was incredibly attentive, ensuring everything ran smoothly from start to finish, the food and service was exceptional.

Overall, L'Ambroisie et L'Espace Canal exceeded all our expectations, and we are so grateful to Dietrich and the entire team for making our wedding day so memorable. We highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a perfect place to tie the knot.

Excellent food.
Good service
Friendly staffs
Nice terrace near Lachine canal - enjoy the promenade near water
Good price
Terrace allowed dog

Very nice venue, great price and amazing staff!!!

Was very disappointed with this place and at the end of the event felt rushed out

Nice pla e for a private event!

Nice place for small event

Nice place to organize events.

We just found this place walking out of the cinema. We loved the pink flowery decor. Went in for a drink. Had to wait for a bit as quite a few people decided to walk-in and o my one person working. My friends pink hot chocolate was barely warm. I had the crimson cocktail which I enjoyed and another friend had the Chai Latte Tea which she enjoyed. Next time we will try the sweet treats

We came here as a group of 11 people, we preordered a few days before. We came of the aesthetics and vibes, but I was really disappointed. The waiter was right behind me serving coffee for some and I was trying to tell her my order but she kept ignoring me until she put everyone's coffee on the table, I thought it was rude, she could have just asked me to wait. The sandwiches came cold, although they tasted good but were cold, unfortunately. The choclate brownie was so dry could not eat it, the matcha strawberry cake was also not good, no one finished their dessert. I asked for a sweetner for my coffee, which you would expect they would have as a coffee shop, but they only had regular sugar. Very disappointing.

The owner, Michelle was so amazing and accommodating. Two friends and I came in with a request and she did everything possible to make it special for us. Everything we had was incredible, service was warm and kind, and the ambiance / design of the space was gorgeous. We were visiting from out of town and are so glad we were able to experience it!

We did the Pink Tower Experience for Mothers Day. The ambiance and decor in the cafe was lovely. I truly loved that everything including food and drinks was pink. The flower bouquet we got with our booking was an amazing value for the money. It was absolutely beautiful ! Our only complaints were with the service, it was not overly busy and the service was very slow and the servers were not very pleasant. We were also supposed to get scones included with our tower and they had none left. You would think they would have planned ahead to ensure they had enough for all reservations ?? All aside I’d like to return to try their cocktails

A charming little café — totally Instagrammable! I had the chai latte and the luxe breakfast, and both were absolutely delicious. The staff were incredibly friendly and happy to customize everything to our preferences. While the space is on the smaller side, my friends and I had no trouble finding seats for Sunday brunch. It’s a cozy spot to relax, conveniently located in the heart of downtown with plenty of sights within walking distance.

We had our Staff Xmas party there and have nothing but fantastic things to say. The service was exceptional, atmosphere was perfect and food was great! All 30 of our guests were very satisfied considering the last couple years we never had great experiences at other venues. Thank you again!!

Couldn't recommend these folks more - if you're booking a venue for a large gathering in Ottawa, Ottawa Venues should be your first and only call.

The perfect selection of Venue sizes, menu options and beverage offerings for any event or occasion.

They also don’t pay their bills!

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We recently celebrated my son’s wedding at Plaza antique. What a beautiful venue from start to finish. Mario and his wife Mary went above and beyond to make sure that every detail was perfect. Thank you Mario and Mary from the bottom of my heart , we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
The reception hall was stunning and the food was exceptional Our guests are still raving about it. The service was excellent from beginning to end.
What else can I say? It was a perfect day.!
On that note, I highly recommend Plaza Antique to anyone who is planning a special occasion .

Went to a wedding here this past Saturday and it was amazing! The decor was beautiful and top notch as was the service. Food is fresh, tasty and delicious!

We celebrated our wedding at Plaza Antique this past Saturday, and it was everything we hoped for and more. The venue was beautiful, the food was outstanding, and the staff made sure every detail was taken care of. Like with any big event, there was a small hiccup, but the team handled it quickly and professionally, going above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Our guests had an amazing time and are still talking about how wonderful the evening was. Thank you, Plaza Antique, for turning our special day into an unforgettable celebration!

Where do I even start? This venue is spectacular in itself. The rustic vibe is exactly what I was dreaming of for my wedding and Plaza Antique exceeded all expectations. We used their rooftop for our ceremony which was absolutely STUNNING! The staff is so incredibly friendly, helpful and treats you like family. Mario and Paolo are superstars! They make wedding planning so incredibly easy by recommending what they believe might be best without imposing. The other Mario ensured the reception portion of the night was ran smoothly and checked in constantly to see if we needed anything or to simply double check on decision taking. Grace helped ease any nerves a bride may be feeling on an emotional day! Truly an amazing venue. Could not recommend this place enough!!

We recently celebrated our wedding and reception at Plaza Antique, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, Mario and Maria were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were friendly, approachable, and incredibly accommodating to all of our requests. Communication was always clear and timely, which really helped us feel confident and stress-free leading up to the big day.

On the wedding day itself, everything ran so smoothly thanks to their attention to detail and professionalism. We didn’t have to worry about a thing – the entire event flowed seamlessly without a single hiccup. The venue itself was beautiful, and the food was absolutely outstanding. Many of our guests took the time to compliment both the quality and presentation of the meal, which made the celebration even more memorable.

We are so grateful to Mario, Maria, and the entire Plaza Antique team for making our wedding day so special. If you are looking for a venue that combines great service, excellent food, and dedicated staff who truly care, we highly recommend Plaza Antique.

We had the most wonderful experience hosting our wedding at the River Lounge this past July. We had about 65 people, including children. The venue is intimate and breathtaking, with a stunning patio close to the water that set a perfect, natural backdrop. We needed minimal décor, as the space’s beauty truly speaks for itself, especially with the twinkle lights and overhead chandeliers that gave the space a really warm feeling!

The food was exceptional—from the delicious hors d’oeuvres to the beautifully presented dinner. The service was impeccable, with the wait staff, bartenders, and setup team all delivering top-notch professionalism and care. Everything flowed seamlessly, with perfect timing throughout the event.

Our coordinator, Clem, was an absolute gem. She was organized, attentive, and flexible, meeting with us multiple times before the wedding to ensure every detail was perfect. She handled our questions, last-minute changes, and venue visits with ease and worked well with our other vendors. The whole evening ran like clockwork.

The value for the cost was great and we also used the venue’s recommended florist, who is related to the owners, and they exceeded our expectations. The table arrangements and bouquets were gorgeous, perfectly complementing the space.
We couldn’t have asked for a better venue or team to make our day so special. Highly recommend the River Lounge for any event you have in mind!

Wow! Where to begin! We had our engagement here last weekend and it was the best decision we ever made. The whole planning process was so seamless, we were always heard and met with patience and understanding. These events can always be stressful but Clem and her team made sure we were very well taken care of. The space was amazing with the brick stone walls, and the food…. was DELICIOUS! Literally all our guests came up to us wanting to take some home! If you are still debating on whether or not to book the river lounge for your next event i’d say stop thinking and go for it. You won’t regret it.

Thank you so much to the entire river lounge team to making our night a dream come true.

Our experience with One Plate formerly River Lounge is always of culinary perfection and generosity. Great food, great presentation and great service!

I recently attended the Free Thursday Nights event and found it to be a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The atmosphere was conducive to mingling and engaging in social interactions. One plate, the bar caterer, and their bartender Emilio, deserve special mention for their expertly crafted and diverse selection of both fruity mocktails and cocktails. The bar was well-stocked with a variety of wines and spirits, and I particularly enjoyed my Gin and Tonic. I highly recommend attending this event if you're seeking a fun and engaging evening.

The River Lounge is a hidden gem of Ottawa on the Rideau River. The fireplace and stone arches were the perfect romantic and timeless backdrop we were seeking for our New Year's Eve wedding.

In our meetings, the owner, Marlon, would make us feel at home and go to great lengths to understand our vision and needs. We were never pressured to spend more than we intended. In fact, Marlon took our budget so seriously, whenever we considered something above our budget he would use his creativity to make things work for us. Marlon understands the importance of every detail and adjusted his seasonal decor to accommodate our wedding theme.

Marlon himself is very particular about food and wine. We have to say his chef created a phenomenal dining experience, complete with wine pairing for each course, that impressed all of our guests. The staff at the River Lounge were incredibly friendly and accommodating with our guests and made sure our special day went off without a hitch. They even put together an elaborate brunch for the day after our wedding!

Our family and friends said that our wedding was truly magical and enchanting. We recommend the River Lounge to anyone who wants their wedding or special event to be a truly memorable experience!

Always a Delightful and Enchanting experience at this fine dining banquet Hall with strong Italian heritage and Exceptional food service and long standing hospitality that has served the Community for Decades .Viva Sala San Marco !

Do not have your wedding here. There will be 3 weddings happening at the same time in adjacent rooms. You will hear the music from these rooms bleeding in while you’re trying to enjoy dinner and speeches. Would not recommend

We had brunch here for Mother's Day. I was a bit skeptical about going as I don't generally like buffets but my experience here was very good. Well laid out. Nice venue. The buffet had a good variety of hot and cold food that was replenished regularly. The staff were excellent, too.

For the past few years (except for the pandemic) the Christmas reception of the non-profit organization, which my daughter belongs to, has been taking place at the Sala San Marco. I have nothing but good comments for this place. The reception room is beautiful and grand. The catering company used are excellent. The food is good and plentiful. Their real key assets are their staff who is very pleasant, professional, quick, polite and friendly. As you can see, the family has become a fan of the Sala San Marco.

My husband and I recently celebrated our wedding event on August 15 2020 at Sala San Marco.

Our event was amazing and beautiful. The staff were great and sufficient. Always made sure my guest were content and had everything they needed. Michel the wedding director was a great help during my wedding preparations and during the pendemic. She kept me up to date on the pandemic health and safety protocols and guest list.
The venue was A+ so was the food. The stuff chicken was delicious, the broccoli soup was very flavorful... It was just delectable 😊
My venue was well decorated and ready when I arrived. Was I ever happy. The bathrooms were always cleaned and checked every 5 minutes or so... Which to me, was very important during the covid 19.
My husband and I are so happy that we were able to celebrate our wedding at the Sala San Marco during this hard scary time but yet we were not going to let covid win. Every one followed the protocols and Sala San Marco made sure of it as well.

Thanks Michelle and the team.
Without u guys, our wedding would have not been done this year.. ❤️

Bruce and Shanda walsh

Attended the Strathmore Medieval Faire here. Good facilities and site space.

Medieval Faire was amazing... again!!

Went for the Stampede. Lots of parking and they had wonderful staff driving the shuttles around if you didn't want to walk. Food was good and the drinks were pretty cheap. Worth driving out for.

Pow Wow 2025

Can I give less then 1 star?!!?!!! My post from Facebook was deleted by them! But again I'll explain, I bought tickets to see my husband do dulling wit the Bulls. And he bought a ticket to run with the Bulls. Then the event got cancelled and I don't get a refund and he doesn't wait either. Strathmore rodeo stole ours and a bunch of other people's money. I will never go back!

Nice facility, but the water is too cold, and the air temperature is too hot(I started sweating while watching lessons).
The viewing area for lessons is too small and doesn't face the kiddie pool or the hot tub (They used to have 3 viewing areas but stopped using 2 of them).
The diving board is rarely available to use because of lane swimming.
The waterslide is limited to 1 person at a time going up the stairs, so you can't go up to the slide with your child to help them.

Kiddie pool has toys and water features, lots of things to occupy little kids.
The hot tub is quite large with stair and ramp access.

My wife and our kids attended the pool last night. The staff there at the front desk were extremely rude and unprofessional yelling into the Mic at kids for horse play which they were only poking each other. They weren’t bothering anybody pushing anybody bumping into anybody then a few mins later the put their mis up to the glass where my wife had her back to and was holding our 9 month old baby and yelled into it again after that’s when they got called up to pay, my wife asked for two pairs of goggles to buy And was denied and told she can wait till everybody else can go in to swim. She came back 15 minutes later to be told. She needs to wait another 20 minutes. One to swim is only two hours.

Good place to unwind and relax in the sauna great water pressure and temperature in the showers etc kind ppl as well. If you forget a towel they will supply you with one no problem. They will give u peace of mind by watching over your personal belongings while u don't have to worry about things stolen in unlocked lockers :) enjoy

Great place to take the kids, grandchildren, or just have a nice date night in the hot tub. Staff are amazing. Keep up the great work. They are even there when you just need a shower when the hot water tank brakes. They are amazing and accommodating for everybody.

I love the Strathmore Aquatic Centre. I love going there the steam room. My daughters go there all the time. They also have a great Deep water exercise on Thursday nights. That they have a fantastic fitness instructor there named Heather High. Yes she is my wife, but she is awesome!!

Nice rinks. Big change rooms. Concession upstairs that serves alcohol. Nice heated seating area with lots of seats.

A very big venue for very big events.

I've been on the road a couple days I wanted to stop for a shower only cost 2.75. Really nice staff really nice facility

I play shinny there. $5.50 for an hour and 15 minutes. They have shinny 4 times a week, check the web for details.

We decided to go watch some hockey and eat dinner here. The food was not good. I seen everyone else there bringing in food and I just assumed to save money. Guess I know for next time to bring outside food in. I recommend if you want more sales, get better food. This is sad since alot of families spend alot of money to have there kids in events there.

Valerie was a fabulous host! We had a bridal shower for our bride-to-be friend at the florist’s loft and we had an amazing time. The space was perfect for our event. We had barely any other decor since the space was already decorated so beautifully. Valerie was always ready to help with anything that we needed for our event. She responded very quickly and was very knowledgeable regarding any questions/concerns we had. We had a vision and Valerie & the florist’s loft helped us bring it to life. We would love to return to have another event there!

We had our wedding here at the end of May and it was the best day of our lives.
Everyone loved the uniqueness of the venue and Edward was there every step of the way to make sure that the day went great!
Thank you Edward for all your help and for making this an amazing day!

We decided to take a short walk around the corner to the from of Danforth Tech School for photos…highly recommend!

We got married here in August 2022, and had a wonderful time. Always a phone call away, and easy to coordinate with. We brought in our own food and they helped make it presentable, and helped move the furniture around between ceremony, dinner, and reception. My family could come in early and set up, and the staff helped with clean up (it was included in cost) and we could pick the extra supplies up the next day. On top of that, the venue is a beautiful space, our guests loved it, it is easy to find parking nearby. We could pick the colour of flowers that we wanted on the wall (we chose roses as seen in photos). It is also very affordable for being in the city, so it is easy if you live downtown to plan a wedding here! That being said, it is not a large space. We had approximately 55 people at our wedding and I'd say that was the max. We would have our wedding here again!

I had my wedding at The Florist Loft in May and it was the most beautiful thing ever! Like many, I did lots of research and went to go look at the place. Magda and Valerie are the new owners and from the first phone call, the ladies did such a great job at explaining the cost breakdown and they had a lot of connections with vendors and were super supportive with allowing me to bring in my own vendors. We brought in our own food, photobooth, late night waffle station, mocktail drinks!

I had my ceremony and reception at the Florist Loft. The transition from the ceremony to the reception went perfect. Valerie and her team did such a good job to stick to the timeline provided and the night went smooth.

We had a small micro wedding with 45~ guest and it was the perfect amount for us and the space.

The space alone is so beautiful and does not need much added!

Looking for a place to host your next micro event? Definitely recommend The Florist Loft

It exceeded our expectations! The stunning and elegant setting, coupled with exceptional service, made our wedding day unforgettable. Customer satisfaction was top-notch, and the staff went above and beyond. Thanks to Magda and Val for being so patient and kind.

This accessible park is an excellent installation in NW Calgary.
☆easy to move on rubber flooring
☆accessible swing & zip line for those with upper body limitations (requires lifting by caregiver)
☆accessible picnic tables (no one has to wheel up to sit on the end!)
☆accessible merry-go-round for two child sized mobility devices/chairs plus friends

The park is very engaging for 3 to 13 year olds, and offers lots of opportunities to for risky play in a safe setting. There are trees on the west side of the park and a water fountain has been installed. Tuxedo community Association has done an incredible job creating a unique style of park and we will return soon. All that is missing is the bathroom.

They have really nice beach volleyball courts that are well taken care of. The sign feels nice. Very nice green space on the side. Very good for picnics and hanging out with friends

We rented the lower hall for my brother's 50th birthday. It's an intimate celebration and the lower hall was perfect, both for the size and the budget. The place is very clean and easy to decorate. We love that there's 2 washrooms (separate from the upper hall), and its own kitchen too. The Smart TV was also perfect for our video presentations! You don't have to rent a projector :)
As the hall manager, Miliana was very accommodating and responds quickly to my emails.
We will keep this venue as an option for our future events!!

I will definitely rent again. Hall cair taker Violet supports very well and also other administration development persons do very well. Overall it's affordable and very good hall.

We booked the upper hall for a birthday party with 40 people. The entire process was a really good experience. Christina, hall rental manager, is super! She is very responsive and helpful. The day of the event the audio system was missing a cord and she had someone to bring us an extra in 15 mins after I texted her. The hall is very clean and everything in there works perfectly. Christina walked me through the details in the hall twice to make sure I am comfortable with everything. I definitely would go back there for my special events and highly recommend them.

Had a wonderful group event at Umbrella Bar! They were very accommodating of our large group of 13 and were able to serve us reasonably fast. Food was very tasty with super unique drink combos. The aesthetics of the indoor dining area was perfect for summer parties. Can’t beat the view of Dow’s Lake outside!

We made a reservation for opening at 11:30 AM just in case since it was a Sat but got there before opening so that we were first in line anyways. It was a perfect setting on the patio!

Sweet potato fries are some of the best we've ever had honestly - they were crisp but soft on the inside and just the right seasoning 🤤

The iced matcha with oat milk was less matcha-y than I prefer but that's just my own flavour preference. Went with friends and we loved our shrimp roll, fish tacos, fish and chips, and burger. 🍔

We came in on the outdoor wood steps but I believe there is an indoor elevator for those who need to use it as well. Bathroom is very clean and indoor seating is super cute as well!

One of the best burger spots in Ottawa! I keep coming back for their delicious burgers and sweet potato fries. Went during the Tulip Festival—busy with about a 1-hour wait, but totally worth it. The guava ginger mocktail was refreshing, and the patio views of the lake with kayaks and seagulls were beautiful. The atmosphere was perfect for a spring day. Great food, friendly service, and clean bathrooms. Highly recommend!

The burgers and pasta were really good. The atmosphere was relaxed, with a nice view.

I've passed in front of this building for years without stopping, but I'm definitely happy that I finally did. The margaritas were perfect. And the gigantic beef nachos plate was absolutely delicious. I would recommend sharing; otherwise, it seems like way too much for one. Great location with large terrace overlooking Dows Lake.

Went to see a concert, it wasn't really well organized. It was extremely hot and almost impossible to get drinks

Hi , we celebrated my niece and daughter first communion on Saturday June 8,2019 and we were extremely happy with service from the booking to the night itself! Thank you so much Frank and your amazing team! The food and service was excellent, very attentive staff! Our guests were very pleased and we are happy to have shared this special day with an amazing establishment!

Riviera is always top quality, and affordable! They have kept the same chefs on staff which allows consistency in the quality. The owner Frank is a very respectable businessman, he keeps his word and works for you.

Our family has enjoyed many events here in the last 2 decades. Every time we go elsewhere we are always disappointed in some way.

I had my daughters communion party at Riviera this Saturday, June 8th the service, the food and staff was excellent , we were all very pleased. I also got married there 11 years ago and it never disappoints. Thank you for this wonderful experience keep up the great work 😊😊

Amazing experience with this place! They are professional, yet very caring to adjust their accomadations to fit your wedding needs and budget perfectly! From the experience I had shopping for halls they have the best presentation of the packages they offer. Clear and precise, with lots of photos and they know their food and menus well. We left our initial meeting with them, with no questions or confusion. You can clearly tell they have been in the business for a long time and have dedicated their work to accommodating the clientele. I highly recommend this hall! You won't be dissappointed.

The owner and the staff are amazing. They are always upfront and willing to help and assist.

Thank you so much for all your service and help.

I recently attended an Iftar buffet at Astoria, priced at a steep $40 per person. While the organizers had advertised a tempting menu featuring Mansaf chicken, lentil soup, fattoush, hummus, fatteh, and kibbeh tray, the reality fell shockingly short.

The food quality was alarmingly subpar—closer to what you'd reluctantly accept from a $10 buffet, not something priced at four times that amount. Even more frustrating was the glaring lack of food: critical dishes vanished rapidly, leaving many guests, myself included, unable to even sample essentials like kibbeh or harissa. Instead of the usual two trays of the same item for a large gathering of people (>70 estimate), they had one tray, so also took forever to get the food (that was mostly gone) and it was stone cold by the time I was eating it.

The Mansaf chicken was frankly unacceptable—mostly plain rice sparsely garnished with tiny, pathetic slivers of chicken resembling leftover shawarma trimmings. The fattoush tasted stale and lifeless, and as for the fatteh, I managed only a smidge as we were forced to ration spoonfuls among us, desperately trying to salvage something from the situation—and even then, it was entirely devoid of protein. I filled up on Hummus and Baba Ghanoush (also ran out). I ate food maybe worth $8 in total.

Given the high price and the significance of the event, Astoria's performance was embarrassingly inadequate—easily the worst buffet experience I've ever had in Canada or anywhere else. Astoria urgently needs to reconsider its standards and show greater respect for its guests to avoid repeating such a disappointing experience. Unfortunately, I anticipate Astoria's response will simply dismiss this feedback, as they've done with other dissatisfied customers, implying somehow that all their customers are wrong and only the owners are correct.

By far the nicest looking venue in all of Calgary AB. I booked it for my reception early August. The owner Rana was very easy to work with. The contract was easy to understand and the food was phenomenal! And there was someone at the reception watching over us to make sure we had everything we needed without interrupting us. We highly recommend this venue.

This hall is very beautiful and big inside, it has a lot of parking. It's close to the main road McKnight and deerfoot Road.

The worst dining experience we've ever had! We attended the Egyptian community iftar at Astoria, advertised as an open buffet—which typically means plentiful food with continuous refills. However, once the trays were empty, they were never refilled. When we addressed the issue, the owner kept blaming the organizer, claiming they agreed on the menu. But did they also agree to starve the guests and not refill the food?

After speaking with the organizers, we discovered the truth: it was entirely Astoria's negligence. This restaurant clearly doesn't care about its reputation or providing quality service to the community. They assumed people wouldn't speak up, but now all families are ready to share their terrible experience.

Instead of deflecting blame, Astoria should have taken responsibility and apologized for their poor service. This level of unprofessionalism is unacceptable, and the damage to their reputation is well-deserved. Avoid this place if you value your time, money, and dignity.
The taste of food bad and not fresh ,cold .
The food finished before all people eat.
The way to reserve the food so bad 👎

During wedding or any occasions ceremony there is luck of less electric power and they don't have main source

Space is big and nice and price for rental is very reasonable
The office staff are super nice
Butttttt the day of our event the first staff member that was on site was super nice and helpful...the 2nd though was so rude with a huge attitude, anything I ask he has so much attitude
He made us clean the floors so many times and I asked him before we left is everything OK he said yes if I see anything else I can clean it don't worry
Then I go to pick up my deposit and I was deducted .. if before we left he told us what else was missing rather act like it's all cool and lie on the notes
So he was the only bad thing
Wish the first guy was there the whole event
I've rented in many community centres before and didn't run into any issue like that

Imaging staff is super helpful and kind. They give respect to their patients.

The community center's party hall is an excellent choice for gatherings of up to 300 people. The facility is well-maintained, offering spacious and clean surroundings. The service provided is top-notch, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests. Overall, it's a fantastic venue for hosting events and celebrations.

Amazing ambiance, great for events.