Mermaid’s Seafood Restaurant
Seafood

Mermaid’s Seafood Restaurant

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (668 reviews)
← Alta Vista
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ABOUT

This seafood restaurant in Alta Vista specializes in fresh fish and shellfish dishes at moderate prices, with a focus on classic preparation methods. The kitchen consistently delivers well-executed seafood entrees, and the bar offers cocktails and coffee to complement the menu. With nearly 700 reviews averaging 4.6 stars, it has established a solid reputation among local seafood diners.

HOURS

Sunday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Monday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Tuesday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Wednesday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thursday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday (today) 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

β™Ώ Accessibility
βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible entrance βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible seating βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible parking lot βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible washroom
🍽️ Service Options
βœ“ Dine-in βœ“ Takeout βœ“ Delivery
⭐ Popular For
βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Groups
πŸ₯— Offerings
βœ“ Cocktails βœ“ Coffee
πŸͺ‘ Dining Options
βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner
🏠 Amenities
βœ“ Washroom
πŸ‘₯ Crowd
βœ“ Families βœ“ Groups
πŸ“… Planning
βœ“ Accepts reservations
πŸ’³ Payments
βœ“ Credit cards βœ“ Debit cards βœ“ NFC mobile payments
πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking
βœ“ Free parking lot βœ“ Free street parking

REVIEWS

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John Sankey
January 13, 2026
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This is a family-run restaurant: husband takes phone orders and looks after eat-in customers like us with warm, gracious and expert service, wife does the food preparation. We ordered three different combo plates for lunch. The fish fillets in all three were superb: gently seasoned and perfectly cooked. Two of us had french fries, the finest textured we have ever had: soft but firm in the middle, with light browning on the outside. Salads were excellent too. We’ll be back, often.

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Mark Ross
December 13, 2025
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Delicious middle eastern flavored fish freshly prepared. The grilled tilapia was excellent. Don’t let the empty restaurant steer you away. The food is really good and reasonably priced.

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NAREE
November 24, 2025
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Food is delicious!! Service is amazing! Everyone is so kind and welcoming.

I really loved the grilled shrimp, and the tabbouleh.

Prices are very good compared with the food and service offered.

++ they offered us candles and played a birthday song for my father. THANK YOU :)))

Definitely recommended β™₯️

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Sherri B
November 7, 2025
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I ordered the salmon combo with salad and fries. The salmon was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The salad was delicious too! I usually don’t like the side salads, but this was delicious. My husband got the smelt, which was good too. Would recommend.

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Nicholas MΓ©nard
September 1, 2025
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Honestly, I wasn’t very impressed. The octopus plate really wasn’t worth the price. There was barely any octopus, and the taste wasn’t great. $32 feels too expensive for what you get. The sides, however, were good; I enjoyed the rice and potatoes. The mussels were decent, flavorful and large, but still felt like they were missing something. I would recommend the place overall, but don’t set your expectations too high, as you might leave a little disappointed

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1725 Walkley Road
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1725 Walkley RoadOttawa, ON K1V 2P6
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πŸ₯— Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
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Confirmed Accessible
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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