The Prescott

Established in 1934 as the Preston Hotel by Italian immigrants Giuseppe Costantini and Antonio Disipio, the establishment quickly became a local favorite. In 1941, it was renamed The Prescott, reflecting its status as the last watering hole between Ottawa and the town of Prescott, Ontario, along the Prescott Highway. Over the decades, The Prescott has remained a cornerstone of the community, hosting family celebrations, weddings, and local events.

The Prescott, located at 379 Preston Street in Ottawa’s Little Italy, is a historic restaurant and bar renowned for its hearty Italian-inspired comfort food and vibrant community atmosphere.

Menu Highlights

The Prescott offers a diverse menu featuring:

• Famous Square Pizza: Signature pies like the “Dewie” (pepperoni, bacon, green peppers, mushrooms, onions, and olives) and the “Meat Lovers” (pepperoni, bacon, ham, and their renowned meatball).

• Prescott Classics: Dishes such as the “Original Meatball Sandwich,” “The Cadillac” (meatball sandwich with melted brick cheese), and “Chicken Parmigiana.”​

• Starters & Sides: Options include jumbo wings, Italian poutine, deep-fried pickles, and garlic bread.​

• Pasta & Mains: Selections like lasagna, fettuccine Alfredo, grilled salmon, and fish & chips.​

• Desserts: Indulgent treats such as carrot caramel cheesecake and chocolate spoon cake.

They also feature daily specials, happy hour deals, and game-time promotions during NFL and Ottawa Senators games.​

🎉 Atmosphere & Events

The Prescott is more than just a dining spot; it’s a community hub. They host live music every Friday night and offer activities like darts and pool. It’s a popular venue for watching major sporting events, providing a lively and welcoming environment for patrons.

🕒 Hours

• • Sunday to Thursday: 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM

  • Friday & Saturday: 11:30 AM – Late

Whether you’re seeking a nostalgic dining experience, a place to catch the game, or simply craving a hearty meal, The Prescott offers a blend of tradition and community spirit that’s hard to beat.

The Prescott

4.2

Based on 1874 reviews

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Daynes H

19:12 19 Dec 24

We went for lunch and the food took so long, people literally left. Once we got our food it was soggy and not good in general. Even as we tried to leave we couldn’t actually get our bills and it wasn’t just us as people from other tables just left without paying in frustration. Do not suggest this place especially if you have any special needs. To get to the bathroom you will need to cross an obstacle course. There is a tent outside and I watched guy after guy hit there head on it.

David Issakiark

12:41 18 Dec 24

The glassware at the bar was nasty dirty. Went there with a uncle and now were both super sick. Great place but the were super sick.

Akinjay Jha

02:54 18 Dec 24

Great vibes and great service. Owen was excellent at his service.

Sherry Lamarche

04:32 10 Dec 24

Hosted our grandmothers 90th birthday lunch here! Very good service and the food was delicious

Al

15:00 09 Dec 24

Honestly really disappointed with this bar. We went there for a UFC pay per view on a Saturday. They charge 19.22$ at the door, first ever time I have to pay for a pay per view. Most bars in Ottawa are free for pay per view and they simply expect you to pay via drinks and food. They would probably get more customers if it was free, thus more purchase in menu food.
I was also told that the pizza was good at this location, but its far from the truth. We ordered the party pizza meat lover, probably 90% of the pizza is bread with almost no sauce nor meat.
Other than that the bar looks cozy. The screens are all well positioned. But will not choose this place for future UFC meet ups.

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