What is the best halal restaurant for 24 hours of halal in ottawa: a visitor's itinerary in Ottawa?

Kochin Kitchen (South Indian, ByWard Market) is one of our top verified picks. It is halal-friendly, sits at 271 Dalhousie St, Ottawa, and is best known for its kerala chicken curry.

Are there other verified halal options in Ottawa?

Yes. Oh My Grill (Greek, ByWard Market) is another reliable, halal-certified option in our directory at 169 York St, Ottawa.

How does Halal Restaurants Ottawa Editorial Team verify halal status?

We label a restaurant "Halal Certified" only when the operator publishes a halal-only program through their own channels. "Halal Friendly" means the operator publishes a labelled halal menu but also serves non-halal items. We document the source for every claim and re-check listings annually. Read our editorial standards for the full process.

Do you accept payment for placement?

We sell premium listings to operators (see "For Restaurateurs"), but paid placement does not influence whether a restaurant appears in the directory or which halal label it receives. Editorial decisions sit with our editorial team.

How can I report a correction?

Email tips@halalrestaurantsottawa.ca or use the contact form. We aim to verify and update flagged listings within five business days, and material corrections include a "Last verified" timestamp on the listing page.

Are these restaurants suitable for non-Muslim diners as well?

Yes. Every restaurant on this page is open to the general public. Halal status concerns the kitchen's sourcing and preparation — it does not change the menu's appeal for non-Muslim guests.

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24 Hours of Halal in Ottawa: A Visitor's Itinerary

Visiting Ottawa and want to eat halal? Below are 5 verified verified picks from our directory, plus practical tips on getting between them.

6 min read 705 words 9 sectionsLast verified 2026-05-01By Halal Restaurants Ottawa Editorial Team

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0124 Hours of Halal in Ottawa: A Visitor's Itinerary

Whether you are flying into YOW for the weekend or driving in for a few days, the picks below cluster near key Ottawa tourist landmarks and have published halal claims you can verify. Combine them with our by-neighbourhood guides for the best halal experience.

02Editor's Picks

The shortlist below is drawn from our verified directory. Every restaurant has been cross-checked against the operator's own channels (website, on-site signage or direct contact) and at least one independent listing. We do not publish guest counts or aggregate ratings we have not personally verified. See our editorial standards page for the full process.

031. Kochin Kitchen — South Indian (ByWard Market)

Kochin Kitchen is a halal-friendly south indian kitchen in ByWard Market, located at 271 Dalhousie St, Ottawa. It earns its place on this 24 Hours of Halal in Ottawa: A Visitor's Itinerary shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Kerala Chicken Curry. Price tier: $.

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042. Oh My Grill — Greek (ByWard Market)

Oh My Grill is a halal-certified greek kitchen in ByWard Market, located at 169 York St, Ottawa. It earns its place on this 24 Hours of Halal in Ottawa: A Visitor's Itinerary shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Chicken Souvlaki. Price tier: $.

053. Pho By Night — Vietnamese (ByWard Market)

Pho By Night is a halal-friendly vietnamese kitchen in ByWard Market, located at ByWard Market, Ottawa. It earns its place on this 24 Hours of Halal in Ottawa: A Visitor's Itinerary shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Supreme Soup Bowl. Price tier: $.

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064. Fairouz — Lebanese (ByWard Market)

Fairouz is a halal-friendly lebanese kitchen in ByWard Market, located at 15 Clarence St, Ottawa. It earns its place on this 24 Hours of Halal in Ottawa: A Visitor's Itinerary shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Whole Roasted Lamb Shoulder. Price tier: $$.

075. Shawarma Palace (Rideau) — Lebanese (ByWard Market)

Shawarma Palace (Rideau) is a halal-certified lebanese kitchen in ByWard Market, located at 464 Rideau St, Ottawa. It earns its place on this 24 Hours of Halal in Ottawa: A Visitor's Itinerary shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Chicken Shawarma Plate. Price tier: $.

08Plan a 24 hours of halal in ottawa: a visitor's itinerary visit

Reservations are recommended for sit-down rooms on Friday and Saturday nights, and during Ramadan. Most counter-service kitchens take walk-ins. Confirm the specific dish you order is halal, especially for delivery, and don't hesitate to ask staff about cross-contamination — the operators on this page expect those questions and answer them well.

09How we verified these restaurants

Each restaurant on this page has been verified against the operator's own website, social channels or on-site signage, and at least one independent listing such as Ottawa Tourism, a city food publication or the Google Business Profile run by the operator. Address, phone and opening hours are re-checked at least once a year. Operators can request a same-week update via the contact page. See our editorial standards for the full policy.

Verified Picks in Our Directory

5 verified restaurants mentioned in this guide

Every restaurant cited above has its own listing with addresses, hours, source links and a Last verified timestamp.

Kochin Kitchen

South Indian · ByWard Market · $

271 Dalhousie St, Ottawa, ON

Oh My Grill

Greek · ByWard Market · $

169 York St, Ottawa, ON

Pho By Night

Vietnamese · ByWard Market · $

309 Dalhousie St, Ottawa, ON K1N 7E8

Fairouz

Lebanese · ByWard Market · $$

15 Clarence St, Ottawa, ON

Shawarma Palace (Rideau)

Lebanese · ByWard Market · $

464 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What is the best halal restaurant for 24 hours of halal in ottawa: a visitor's itinerary in Ottawa?: Kochin Kitchen (South Indian, ByWard Market) is one of our top verified picks. It is halal-friendly, sits at 271 Dalhousie St, Ottawa, and is best known for its kerala chicken curry.
Q.Are there other verified halal options in Ottawa?: Yes. Oh My Grill (Greek, ByWard Market) is another reliable, halal-certified option in our directory at 169 York St, Ottawa.
Q.How does Halal Restaurants Ottawa Editorial Team verify halal status?: We label a restaurant "Halal Certified" only when the operator publishes a halal-only program through their own channels. "Halal Friendly" means the operator publishes a labelled halal menu but also serves non-halal items. We document the source for every claim and re-check listings annually. Read our editorial standards for the full process.
Q.Do you accept payment for placement?: We sell premium listings to operators (see "For Restaurateurs"), but paid placement does not influence whether a restaurant appears in the directory or which halal label it receives. Editorial decisions sit with our editorial team.
Q.How can I report a correction?: Email tips@halalrestaurantsottawa.ca or use the contact form. We aim to verify and update flagged listings within five business days, and material corrections include a "Last verified" timestamp on the listing page.
Q.Are these restaurants suitable for non-Muslim diners as well?: Yes. Every restaurant on this page is open to the general public. Halal status concerns the kitchen's sourcing and preparation — it does not change the menu's appeal for non-Muslim guests.

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