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Flying Piggy's Bistro Italiano
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
3 reviews for Flying Piggy's Bistro Italiano
3 reviews in English
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Review from Minh D.
Gatineau, QC
This place seems a bit out of the way compared to downtown Ottawa, but really it's less than a 10 minute drive from downtown.
It's an Italian restaurant that makes their own fresh pasta, actually that's their specialty - fresh, homemade pasta. From the menu, you pick different sauces and proteins to go with the different types of pastas.
A quick word on fresh pasta, although this may seem like I'm stating the obvious, I'm not - fresh pasta is not like dry pasta - it really really isn't. If you're used to and enjoy the taste of dry pasta, there's no guarantee that you'll enjoy the fresh kind. I disagree with people who immediately think fresh is better, it's different, but not always better. Also, if they're slow with service and/or the pasta sits too long in the sauce, it becomes one giant, clumpy mess.
That said, I really enjoy the food here, the Italian sausage appetizer is a great way to start the meal. The pasta portions are pretty generous, so if you go with a full portion, chances you won't have space for the secondi (meat dish). -
Review from Jason D.
Ottawa, ON
11/25/2008 1 photo
My wife and I moved into this neighbourhood and everyday we pass this place called Flying Piggy's. Flying Piggy's? With a name like that, my wife and I HAD to try this restaurant. We were surprised to learn it was an Italian restaurant. Normally, Italian places don't have such whimsical names. Anyhow, it is a BEAUTIFUL restaurant and since it is a bistro, the menu is small, but offers delicious foods - a number of fettuccinis such as prosciutto ham or scallop, or a selection of chicken or veal entrees. I had the ravioli (I used to live on Chef Boyardi ravioli!!!) and loved it - although I am always wanting more. I am a bit of a wine nerd, so I was delighted to see a wine list of so many Italian and international wines. Don't just wait for a special occasion. Go tonight!
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Review from Carol W.
Ottawa, ON
8/30/2010
I went here with my daughter. the food was average and the service was above average. it has a nice atmosphere and is easy to park and find. the food was very pricey. we stopped here because my husband uses the place for business lunches. my daughter and i had a good lunch, but we spent over $125 for the two of us. i am glad i tried it, but once is enough.
