Fresco Bistro Italiano
4.3/5
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Come taste a savory dish at Fresco Bistro Italiano. This bistro cooks pasta and various pizzas for 26$ to 60$. Come experience their romantic and upscale ambiance. They are open after-hours all week. Payments by Visa, MasterCard and Interac are recognized.

Restaurant type

  • Bistro,

Cuisine type

  • Italian,

Dishes

  • Pizza,
  • Pasta,

Features

  • Restaurant With Bar,

Atmosphere

  • Romantic,
  • Upscale,

Languages Spoken

  • English,
Location
354 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1M8
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Rates:

  • $26 To $60,

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Menu & Prices

SALADS MENU - Fresco Bistro Italiano

Add grilled chicken to you salad for $4

BEET SALAD

roasted red beet / pickled golden beet / walnut encrusted goat cheese / heritage greens / reduced balsamic & vinaigrette

$14.00

KALE CAESAR

Green Kale / oven baked pancetta / crispy capers / croutons / house made caesar vinaigrette / parmesan cheese

$12.00

CAPRESE SALAD

heirloom tomato / olive tapenade / bocconcini / basil oil / arugula & fresh basil

$14.00

STARTERS

MUSSELS & HOUSE CUT FRIES

Shallot / fresh thyme / garlic / white wine / hand-cut fries

$15.00

FRIED CALAMARI

crispy squid / banana peppers / oregano / lemon aioli yogurt dips

$14.00

MEATBALLS

house made veal meatballs / spicy tomato sauce / shaved Parmesan / green garlic toast

$12.00

CHARCUTERIE BOARD

locally supplied cured meats / marinated olives / gerkins / crostini

$14.00

CHEESE BOARD

locally supplied cheese / apple / fig chutney / crostini / candied walnuts

$14.00

BEEF CARPACCIO

Shaved Romano cheese / crispy capers / lemon aioli / extra virgin olive oil / pickled onion / crostini

$13.00

SPOT PRAWN COCKTAIL

Fried B.C. Spot prawns / Old Bay seasoning / iceberg lettuce / cocktail sauce / olive skewer / shallot vinaigrette

$14.00

BRUSCHETTA

Burnt cherry tomato / kalamata olives / bison salami / fresh mozzarella / 'Art-is-in' baguette / fresh basil

$13.00

TUNA TAR TAR

B.C. Albacore tuna / spicy aioli / cucumber / avocado / nori / wonton chip

$15.00

PASTAS

Our friends at 'Luciano House of Fresh Pasta' have been making quality pasta for so long, that we just leave it to them. All our pastas are prepared fresh daily on Preston Street in Ottawa's 'Little Italy'. Gluten free pasta is available for no extra charge.

PENNE ROSANNA

double smoked bacon / seared mushroom trio / rose sauce / Parmesan

$20.00

LINGUINE & MEATBALLS

house made veal meatballs / spicy tomato sauce / Parmesan cheese

$19.00

SPINACH PAPPARDELLE

cherry tomatoes / parsley / spinach / pistachios / goats cheese / olive oil / fresh basil

$18.00

GNUDI

Ricotta dumpling / crispy prosciutto / Portobello, Oyster & Cremini mushroom sauce / chervil

$22.00

VEGETARIAN PASTA

Please ask your server about our Chef's featured vegetarian pasta offering

$17.00

PENNE LUIGI

Burnt cherry tomato / chorizo / 'Goodfellas' garlic / red onion / kale / balsamic-chili-butter sauce

$22.00

PIZZAS

About our crust: Each day our dough is handcrafted using flour, filtered water, sea salt, fresh yeast and local pilsner in order to ensure a golden crust, chewy centre and or very own, unique artisan flavour. Gluten-free pizza crust available upon request at no extra charge.

MARGHERITA

tomato base / bocconcini cheese / heirloom tomato / fresh basil

$18.00

THREE MUSHROOM

cream base / Portobello, Cremini & Oyster mushroom / leek / roasted garlic / mozzarella cheese / goat's cheese

$18.00

CHORIZO

tomato base / 'seed to sausage' chorizo / caramelized onion / roasted red pepper / 'bleu benedictine' cheese / mozzarella cheese

$16.00

DELI STYLE

Tomato base / prosciutto / bison salami / bocconcini / fresh basil / kalamata olive / spicy eggplant

$18.00

MAINS

BEEF TENDERLOIN

pan seared 8 oz. AAA beef tenderloin / smashed potatoes / 'St. Albert' cheese curds / seasonal vegetable / green peppercorn & red wine reduction Add B.C. Spot Prawns (2) for $7

$39.00

FRESCO BURGER

Ground beef chuck / fig jam / banana pepper relish / iceberg lettuce / cheddar cheese / 'Rideau Bakery' brioche / house cut fries / lemon aioli

$16.00

CIOPPINO

B.C. Spot Prawns / scallops / mussels / chorizo / baby red potatoes / fennel & tomato broth / zeppoles

$27.00

SICILIAN CHICKEN

marinated olives & capers / sweet pepper / chill pepper / potatoes / dried black currants / fresco bread crumbs

$26.00

CATCH OF THE DAY

Sourced daily from the finest sustainable suppliers / Please ask your server for today's fresh catch / Market Price

BREAKFAST MENU - Fresco Bistro Italiano

MEAT AND EGGS

Two eggs your way / bacon OR homemade sausage / home fries / 9 grain toast

$10.00

OMELET

Two eggs / bacon / caramelized onions / spinach / cheddar cheese / home fries / 'Crazy Grain' toast

$15.00

EGGS BENNEDICT

Two poached eggs / English muffin / capicola ham / sautéed kale / Hollandaise sauce / home fries

$14.00

BLT

'Art-is-in Bakery' baguette / double smoked bacon / arugula / heirloom tomato / chipotle aioli / homefries

$12.00

FRENCH TOAST

'Rideau Bakery' egg bread / berry compote / real maple syrup

$13.00

VEGGIE OMELET

3 eggs / kale / Portobello mush / leeks / aged cheddar / home fries / 9 grain toast

$12.00

SANDWICHES

All sandwiches served with your choice of salad / soup / or house cut fries with lemon aioli

CRISPY COD

Pan fried fresh cod fillet / dill pickle / tomato relish / pickled red onion / arugula / lemon aioli / 'Art-Is-In' baguette

$15.00

PRESSED CLUB

Grilled chicken / bacon / aged cheddar / avocado / tomato relish / chipotle mayo / arugula / 'Art-Is-In' baguette

$15.00

VEGETABLE MELT

Portobello mushroom / grilled zucchini / roasted red pepper / caramelized onion / tomato relish / brie cheese

$14.00

ITALIAN BLT

Crispy double-smoked bacon / heirloom tomato / arugula / pickled eggplant / basil / lemon aioli

$14.00

PIZZAS & PASTAS

About our crust: Each day our dough is handcrafted using flour, filtered water, sea salt, fresh yeast and Steamwhistle Pilsner in order to ensure a golden crust, chewy centre and or very own, unique artisan flavour. Gluten-free pizza crust available upon request at no extra charge.
Our friends at 'Luciano House of Fresh Pasta' have been making quality pasta for so long, that we just leave it to them. All our pastas are prepared fresh daily on Preston Street in Ottawa's 'Little Italy'.

DELI STYLE PIZZA

Tomato base / prosciutto / bison salami / bocconcini cheese / fresh basil / kalamata olives / spicy eggplant

$18.00

CHORIZO PIZZA

Tomato base / chorizo / roasted red pepper / mozzarella & Bleu Benedictine cheese

$18.00

LINGUINE & MEATBALLS

House made veal meatballs / spicy tomato sauce / freshly grated parmesan

$19.00

SPINACH PAPPARDELLE

Heirloom cherry tomatoes / spinach / pistachios / goats cheese / olive oil / fresh basil

$18.00

SALADS / SHARING

KALE CAESAR

Green kale / oven baked pancetta / crispy capers / croutons / house made Caesar vinaigrette / fresh grated Parmesan

$12.00

BEET SALAD

Roasted red beets / pickled golden beets / walnut encrusted goats cheese / heritage greens / reduced balsamic dressing

$14.00

FRIED CALAMARI

Crispy squid / fried banana peppers / oregano / lemon aioli

$14.00

MUSSELS & HOUSE CUT FRIES

Shallots / fresh thyme / garlic / white wine / hand cut fries

$15.00

BRUSCHETTA

Burnt cherry tomato / kalamata olives / bison salami / fresh mozzarella / 'Art-Is-In' baguette / fresh basil

$13.00

Beverages MENU - Fresco Bistro Italiano

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beers
craft cocktails
wines
clear spirits
brown spirits

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WORST SERVICE!!!! Took 45min to receive salad soup. Staff not showing like they cared to be at work. Most of the main courses we ordered had very little on the plate and arrived at about an hour and a half. The pasta at Fresco for sure NOT the best in town. I would recommend friends and family to go else where for pasta.

Atmosphere: 3/5
Food: 2/5
Service: 1/5
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One of the places I frequent most often for...

One of the places I frequent most often for special evenings. I have celebrated many birthdays and special events at Fresco's. LOVE, the Sambuca Shrimp, the sauce is so good you better save some of the bread they bring to the table to mop it up! One of the places in town that does Gnocchi really well!!

Atmosphere: 5/5
Food: 4/5
Service: 5/5
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The best little place in Ottawa.

For starters, I would like to say this Resturant under its newer ownership has taken this Little italian diner and turned it into a stylish hip landmark Italian Bistro. THe newer look, funky layout and stylish decor make set the backdrop for an amazing cuisine experience. Although, its sounds fussy or fancy, its just the opposite. Perfect for a birthday party, a corporate dinner or your first romantic meal, this resturants food will surely impress. The first reviewer must have been prior to the new management and I would urge you to try it again. Hats off to a job well done in turning this place into a timeless, charming dinner hot spot. Bravo Bistro Italiano!

Atmosphere: 5/5
Food: 5/5
Service: 5/5
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Loved the food, the service was great. Amazing...

Loved the food, the service was great. Amazing decor and atmosphere in the restaurant. I will definatly return and tell my friends. Bon Apetito!

Atmosphere: 5/5
Food: 5/5
Service: 5/5
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Amazing... My favorite restaurant!!! I often go...

Amazing... My favorite restaurant!!! I often go there for dinner and the service is amazing, the food always good and a good choice of wine! Nicely located, two levels and lots of people!

Atmosphere: 5/5
Food: 5/5
Service: 5/5
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This restaurant has the best pasta in town. The...

This restaurant has the best pasta in town. The service is always exceptional as is the food. Definitely recommend it to everyone!

Atmosphere: 4/5
Food: 5/5
Service: 4/5
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The pasta special was excellent. My friends also...

The pasta special was excellent. My friends also very much enjoyed their dishes (salmon, soup, and salads). The service was just as wonderful. Would recommend it to anyone.

Atmosphere: 4/5
Food: 4/5
Service: 5/5
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