The Standard

360 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1M8, Canada
+1 613-232-6274
$$$ Bar & grill , Restaurant
(762 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

The Standard on Elgin Street serves up more than your typical bar & grill experience with a lively, casual atmosphere that feels especially vibrant during events and seasonal celebrations. Located in the heart of Ottawa, it’s a spot where friends can gather for a relaxed night out that blends comfort food classics with some creative twists.

Expect to see a crowd drawn to sharing plates like their chicken wings—which come in a range of sauces from Thai sweet chili to honey garlic—and their well-known poutine, loaded with fresh cheese curds and house gravy. Their pizza lineup brings some local flair and variety, featuring everything from traditional Margherita to more adventurous options like Dill Pickle and Im-Pesto-Ble pizzas, satisfying both the classic and the curious eaters.

The menu also leans heavily into favorites that work well for groups and casual bites: burgers with all the fixings, nachos, and dishes that suit a laid-back meal accompanied by anything from a bright red sangria to fun and festive cocktails served in unique mugs. The drinks here are notably strong, fitting the bar’s energetic but unpretentious vibe.

Inside, the space often takes on a spirited, decorative flair—especially around holidays—making it a lively spot for nights when you want a bit more than just dinner. The staff generally keep things running smoothly, attentive to dietary needs and quick to engage with guests, though attentive diners might notice moments when service can feel a little rushed, reflecting the busy buzz of the place.

This is a go-to locale for anyone looking to enjoy a mix of well-crafted comfort food and casual drinks in a setting that doesn’t take itself too seriously but shows care in its food and atmosphere. Visiting The Standard works well for evenings with friends, casual celebrations, or anyone craving deep-dish style pizza with a bit of a crunch and a variety of housemade flavours. Evenings and event nights tend to bring out the fullest expression of what this spot offers, making it more than just a place to eat but a part of the local social rhythm on Elgin Street.

Highlights
Has bar games
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Has dancing
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Outside food allowed
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
No wheelchair-accessible entrance
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid street parking
Somewhat difficult to find a space

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

05:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Tuesday

05:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Wednesday

05:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Thursday

05:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Friday

05:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Saturday

05:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Sunday

05:00 PM - 02:00 AM

762 Reviews
Brett Brooking

11 Dec 2025

Had a wonderful time at The Standard. The Detroit style Stay Gold pizza exceeded expectations. I was expecting the thick crust to be too heavy and "bready" but those crispy edges were very satisfying. There were also numerous gluten-free options which was appreciated by one of our party.

Cat King

23 Nov 2025

Think this restaurant might’ve been the most lit up/decorated (interior wise) restaurant for Christmas I’ve ever been to in my life haha. I mean that in the best way. It was very festive and the servers were dressed the part. It was fun for sure. Alright. Food. We ordered birria tacos, firecracker burger, Hawaiian pizza, Big Mac daddy pizza, and dolla dolla bills. Pizzas were scrumptious and yummy. We all loved the dolla dolla bills the most. Had a good kick and the name itself was just funny. (It was the server’s recommendation and we were very satisfied). Birria tacos were great too but I think u come here for pizzas :) Hubby loved the firecracker burger. I took a bite of it and I thought it was tooooo hot but he loved it. Maybe I took a bite of their sauce or something but yea. To each their own. The drinks. I had a mocktail that was soo good. I forgot the name of it but it had like taro?! I dunno. But reminded me of a bit like a bubble tea. Either way, hands down one of the best mocktails I’ve had. All other drinks were liked by their drinkers hehe. Don’t skimp on drinks, folks. Was a fun spot with solid food. We’ll be back. :)

v f

23 Nov 2025

The pizza was honestly so delicious, crispy deep dish style. Lots of delicious options as well. Good variety on the menu with daily specials. Would def go back.

Amelia Lam

01 Nov 2025

Came here for the first time for sippin Santa and the decor was so much fun. Truly loved the unique cocktails that came in the fun mugs, though the mugs are a tad overpriced to purchase. The cocktails are super boozy, which is great for the price and the service was pretty good though our server did not always check with us first before trying to clear our dishes or our drinks which led to one of my drinks being cleared away when it was still half full, and I wasn’t done with it by the time, I noticed I had to fly her down and let her know to please bring me another drink because I wasn’t done with it But I’m happy they did not double charge me for it. I had ordered the popcorn chicken, which was OK. The pieces are actually a bit too big for it to be popcorn chicken style but it did come with a lot of chicken pieces, but I likely wouldn’t get it again. The food is going to be typical pub food but definitely coming for the drinks and event was well worth it.

D H

20 Oct 2025

Great pizza and service. Our server was very attentive to dietary needs and the food was great. Fun tiki style special event was going on as well.

Abby Burchill

19 Oct 2025

Went here for late evening drinks and pizza. We were surprised how empty it was but this made service quick and efficient (8:30pm ish on a regular Saturday) Very pleased! We shared the dolla dolla bills and the red sangria both delicious and worth coming here for!

Elisa Paquet

09 Oct 2025

They had a little Christmas pop up. It was a great time! Their festive drink menu is excellent. I haven’t been to Standard in years but after this visit I will definetly go back in a near future.

Kyle Webber

14 Sep 2025

My server/bartender Kaitlyn (or maybe Caitlynn, I've never been much of a speller but that's definitely 100% her name) was fantastic! She deserves all the accolades. Just ask for Katie! Five stars all around!

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