Stofa Restaurant

The 5-course was great but my favourite was the service. They are so hospitable! We celebrated our anniversary here and they gave us a card signed by everyone on the team along with chocolate hearts 🙂

My favourite dishes were the pork belly and the soft shell crab.

The tuna tartare had a lot of unique components to it though, which made it super interesting- sesame chips, crispy taro…

This was our first time dining at Stofa and we’ll be back 🙂

Five-course tasting menu with wine pairings.
A magnificent discovery and an excellent evening. The pairings truly highlighted the delicacy of the dishes.
Thank you to the entire team. 🍷✨

We had an absolutely wonderful anniversary dinner here. The entire experience was exceptional. The food was truly flawless: rich layers of flavour, surprising yet perfectly balanced combinations, and a starter that was unbelievably refreshing and appetizing. Even the bread was the best I’ve ever had at a restaurant. The sides paired with the mains were thoughtful and creative, not the usual combinations but perfectly delightful.Food is a solid 10/10.

But what touched us the most was the service. Because we were celebrating our anniversary, the team surprised us with so many small gestures: two kinds of after meal chocolates and candies, a handwritten card from the chef.
Absolutely 100% recommended. Easily the best fine dining experience in Ottawa.

We chose the 5-course menu to celebrate my birthday, and it was a truly memorable evening. From start to finish, the service was thoughtful and seamless. If you have time, and plenty of appetite, a 5-course meal is definitely recommended. However we were stuffed to the max at the end, so the next time we’re more likely to choose the 3-course with the additional oyster starter.

My favorite dish was the soft shell crab, perfectly fried, delicately seasoned, and beautifully plated. I only gave 4-star for the food because I was a bit disappointed with the fish entrée (Stripped Bass). It came with a sauce reminiscent of butter chicken. While flavorful, it felt a bit too heavy for the delicate fish. I also didn’t care for the side dishes. The cauliflower dahl arrived soft rather than crispy. If they want to deliver an Indian inspired dish, I feel like it should have had a bit more spiciness to keep things balanced. The fish itself is fantastic though.

That said, the team’s attention to detail was exceptional. Without any prompting, they surprised me with a decadent chocolate treat and a handwritten birthday card at the end of the meal. It was such a thoughtful touch and made the evening feel extra special. Highly recommend for a celebratory night out!

We stopped by Stofa this weekend to celebrate our anniversary, it was a great choice.
Stofa does one of those menus where you have to choose a three course or a five course option. We chose the five course with the wine pairing. It was just such a delightful night.

Our server was so sweet and made sure to explain everything on the menu to us, food, and wine. I had asked for a few accommodations because I’m a vegetarian and she was more than happy to let me know about the alterations, the kitchen had made for me. Some of the options were just so tasty.
I really liked their take on ice cream, which was a nitrogen infused ice cream that you had to break apart with a tiny little mallet.

The ambiance of the place is perfect with great flourishes on all the walls and very comfortable seating. The washroom is super clean and we were Vibin all night to the music choices. It is not a cheap place but I would certainly recommend splurging if you were celebrating an anniversary or birthday. Five stars!