The Capital’s Social Place
for drinks, dining, and other delights.
Welcome to Zoe’s, where the romance of the moment meets the heft of power politics. Where warm sunlight and cool moonlight meet, mingle, and converse. Where a delicate afternoon tea meets big steaks and stiff scotch. And it’s all infused with the soul of Zoe Laurier, whose taste and cultivation lives on forever.
Zoe’s is an aristocratic social space with a modern edge. Private great rooms in the castle, with a personal touch, for the downtown set. Impeccable culinary delights, timeless tea service, and compelling new cocktail culture. This is a place to gather, gossip, and fall in love with the city all over again.
The lounge is brooding and rich in shadows – a place for sharp wits, strong drinks, and a tartare with old chums. The restaurant is airy and civilized, perfect for afternoon tea, hyper-local cuisine like porcini and barley risotto, and contemporary delicacies like watermelon tataki – prepared in an open kitchen, in full view of our esteemed guests.
The best company. The finest fare. An iconic moment in our city history begins. In the castle where it all began.
LOCATION
1 Rideau St
Ottawa, ON K1N 8S7
HOURS
Restaurant:
11:00 am to 11:00 pm, daily
Lounge:
11:00 am to 1:00 am, daily
Afternoon Tea:
11:00 am to 3:30 pm, daily
CONTACT
+1 613-241-1414
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11:00 am - 10:00 pm, daily
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Starters
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Yellowfin Tuna TartareSesame tuile, citrus miso cream28
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Watermelon TatakiPonzu caviar, soya glaze, smoked almonds, parsley oil22
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Foie Gras TorchonPistachio crusted torchon, apple compote, Vidal ice wine reduction, toasted brioche42
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Suggested pairing: Chardonnay, Chablis Daniel Dampt, Burgundy, France
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Asian Pear & Red AppleFennel, kohlrabi and ricotta28
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Lobster SaladVanilla scented tomatoes, mascarpone64
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Chestnut & Celeriac SoupChestnut and celeriac purèe, black garlic, brown butter crème fraîche22
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Mains
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Spiced Pork BellyMiso parsnip, roasted carrot32
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Seared TunaCourgette, emulsified soy sauce, wasabi, fennel, orange juice, olive oil42
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Suggested cocktail pairing: Noble Infusion
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Porcini Mushroom Black Barley RisottoForaged mushrooms, roast squash, chive oil, parmesan broth38
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Suggested cocktail pairing: The Winston
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Braised Short RibPomme purèe, chestnut mushrooms, black truffle sauce52
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Beef MedallionCreamy polenta, pea puree, Espagnole sauce62
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Suggested cocktail pairing: Laurier’s Legacy
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Lobster Vol-au-VentSpinach purée, pearl onions, foraged mushrooms, American sauce72
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Suggested pairing: Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford, New Zealand
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Dessert
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Salted Caramel Macchiato CreamSalted caramel cream, coffee cremeux, coffee crumble, vanilla carame, vanilla foam16
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Lemon Caramel MeringueLemon curd, caramel Namelaka cream, raspberry gel16
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Suggested pairing: Val d’Oca Prosecco DOCG, Veneto, Italy
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Spicy Orange SoupHoney ginger panna cotta, elderflower sou vide apple, cinnamon brown sugar apple, spicy crumble, honey jelly, spicy orange soup16
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Chocolate TartVegan & gluten-free short crust, vegan chocolate cream, coconut custard cream, cocoa crisp16
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11:00 am - 10:45 pm, daily
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Cheese & Charcuterie
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Olives, Nuts & ChipsRosemary garlic olives, spiced mixed nuts, kettle chips14
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Quebec Cheese BoardChef’s selection of three Quebec cheeses, house-made pickles, chutneys56
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Chateau Cured Meat BoardChef’s selection of three house-made charcuterie, mustards, pickles56
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Chateau Mixed BoardChef’s selection of two house-made charcuterie, two Quebec cheeses, chutneys, mustards, pickles64
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Caviar
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Sturgeon & White Fish Caviar (12 g each)egg yolk, egg white, chives, red onions, crème fraiche, blinis199
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Small Plates
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East Coast OystersMignonette, house-made hot sauce, horseradish, lemon
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1/2 dozen26
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dozen48
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Ontario Wagyu SlidersAged St. Albert cheddar, chateau sauce, iceberg lettuce, tomato, cornichons32
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Parmesan FriesGrated parmesan, wood herbs, house-made raspberry ketchup16
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Beef TartareQuebec beef, capers, shallots, soft herbs, yolk, garlic aioli, fingerling crisps28
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Shellfish Pot au FeuLobster broth, littleneck clams, wild-caught prawns, white fish, mussels52
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Watermelon TatakiPonzu caviar, soya glaze, smoked almonds, parsley oil22
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Lobster RollsCaper aioli, Atlantic lobster, toasted brioche bun, crispy onions, 14k gold flakes52
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Yellowfin Tuna TartareSesame tuile, citrus miso cream28
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Short Rib Mac & CheeseBraised short rib, aged cheddar cheese, soft herbs18
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French Onion SoupCaramelized onions, rich beef broth, gruyère cheese, sourdough26
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Staples
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Grilled CheeseLump crab, aged cheddar cheese, house-made brioche, house-made raspberry ketchup, choice of salad or fries34
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BurgerCaramelized onions, maple smoked bacon, aged cheddar, chopped lettuce, chateau aioli, brioche bun, choice of salad or fries36
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Steak FritesMarinated grilled flank steak, house cut Yukon golds, chimichurri, roasted garlic lemon aioli58
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Dessert
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Salted Caramel Macchiato CreamSalted caramel cream, coffee cremeux, coffee crumble, vanilla caramel, vanilla foam16
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Spicy Orange SoupHoney ginger panna cotta, elderflower sous vide apple, cinnamon brown sugar apple, spicy crumble, honey jelly16
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Lemon Caramel MeringueLemon curd, caramel Namelaka cream, raspberry gel16
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Chocolate TartVegan & gluten-free short crust, vegan chocolate cream, coconut custard cream, cocoa crisp16
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11:45 pm until 1:00 am, daily
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Cheese & Charcuterie
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Olives, Nuts & ChipsRosemary garlic olives, spiced mixed nuts, kettle chips14
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Quebec Cheese BoardChef’s selection of three Quebec cheeses, house-made pickles, chutneys56
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Chateau Cured Meat BoardChef’s selection of three house-made charcuterie, mustards, pickles56
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Chateau Mixed BoardChef’s selection of two house-made charcuterie, two Quebec cheeses, chutneys, mustards, pickles64
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Small Plates
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East Coast OystersMignonette, house-made hot sauce, horseradish, lemon
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1/2 dozen26
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dozen48
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Parmesan FriesGrated parmesan, wood herbs, house-made raspberry ketchup16
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Beef TartareQuebec beef, capers, shallots, soft herbs, yolk, garlic aioli, fingerling crisps28
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Watermelon TatakiPonzu caviar, soya glaze, smoked almonds, parsley oil22
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Yellowfin Tuna TartareSesame tuile, citrus miso cream28
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Short Rib Mac & CheeseBraised short rib, aged cheddar cheese, soft herbs18
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French Onion SoupCaramelized onions, rich beef broth, gruyère cheese, sourdough26
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Staples
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Grilled CheeseLump crab, aged cheddar cheese, house-made brioche, house-made raspberry ketchup, choice of salad or fries34
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BurgerCaramelized onions, maple smoked bacon, aged cheddar, chopped lettuce, chateau aioli, brioche bun, choice of salad or fries36
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Ontario Wagyu SlidersAged St. Albert cheddar chateau sauce, iceberg lettuce, tomato, cornichons32
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Lobster RollsCaper aioli, Atlantic lobster, toasted brioche bun, crispy onions, 14k gold flakes52
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DESSERT
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Salted Caramel Macchiato CreamSalted caramel cream, coffee cremeux, coffee crumble, vanilla caramel, vanilla foam16
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Chocolate TartVegan & gluten-free short crust, vegan chocolate cream, coconut custard cream, cocoa crisp16
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Tea Time at La Mezzanine
Experience our modern twist on the traditional Afternoon Tea. Savour our famous English scones, open-faced sandwiches, and exquisite sweets. Enjoy signature Lot 35 teas, steeped and poured to perfection.