La Dolce Vita
Italian

La Dolce Vita

4.5 (1,065 reviews)
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← Dow's Lake
Dine-inTakeoutDelivery

ABOUT

Snug spot with a patio for Italian staples, like oven-baked calzones, plus gluten-free fare & wine.

HOURS

Sunday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tuesday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday (today) 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in ✓ Takeout ✓ Delivery
⭐ Popular For
✓ Dinner ✓ Groups
🥗 Offerings
✓ Vegetarian options ✓ Beer ✓ Wine ✓ Cocktails ✓ Coffee
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Dinner
🏠 Amenities
✓ Washroom ✓ Outdoor seating
👥 Crowd
✓ Families ✓ Groups
📅 Planning
✓ Accepts reservations
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free street parking ✓ Paid street parking

REVIEWS

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Eric S
January 31, 2026
★★★★★

All-round excellent experience. The food was delicious, the portions are generous, and the service was amazing. Prices are reasonable by today’s restaurant standards. Highly recommend the tiramisu. If you’re driving in there’s a free lot a few blocks south.

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Tess Murphy
January 19, 2026
★★★★★

Was spoiled for choice with everything gluten free! Had the manicotti and chocolate cheesecake. Gluten free meals served on black plates is a really special touch. Fantastic margarita as well. Would go
back in a heartbeat next time we’re in Ottawa

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Laura Bosch
December 5, 2025
★★★★★

As someone with celiac disease, it’s so wonderful to eat at a place where so much is gluten free! I’m very sensitive to cross contamination, so every conversation with a waiter necessarily starts with a lotnof questions – most of which were set aside when she assured us that they have a separate kitchen certified gluten free by the Gluten Free Food Program. They serve gluten free food on black plates, and gluten full on white, so it’s always simple to tell. I had the delicious La Dolce Vita pizza, and shared the jumbo shrimp and Crème Brûlée with husband. All the food was amazing and even gluten-eating husband raved about the gf pizza! The atmosphere was lovely – warm, cozy, not too loud, friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely come back!

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harj s
November 17, 2025
★★★★★

Thank you so much for letting us stay past the closing time. The service was wonderful and our hostess was very friendly! Also thank you for the complimentary dessert for our birthday celebration. Will definitely come back and recommend friends.

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Lisa Elminowski
November 15, 2025
★★★★★

Service was wonderful, particularly for my hubby, getting an exclusively gluten-free menu (and ALL desserts are GF!) Fresh bread baked in demand, open window into the kitchen, and service that was friendly and charming. The only downside was that we were too full for dessert… so we took it to go!

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180 Preston Street
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180 Preston StreetOttawa, ON K1R 7P9
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🥗 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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Confirmed Vegetarian-friendly
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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
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible entrance, seating, or washroom
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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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Confirmed Patio
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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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Confirmed Full Bar
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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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