Frequently Asked Questions
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Starling is a restaurant and bar located in Ottawa, offering a stylish and inviting dining experience with a menu inspired by local and international flavours.
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Starling is located at 54 York St., Ottawa, in the ByWard Market area.
In the former Fish Market restaurant.
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You can contact Starling via email at hello@starlingottawa.ca or for event inquiries at events@starlingottawa.ca.
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There is on street parking, and a paid parking lot across the street.
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We have 3 small steps to enter the building, however we have a ramp on site which can be installed upon request.
There is an accessible washroom on the first level. - 
      
        
      
      
Starling serves contemporary cuisines inspired by Ottawa’s multiculturalism, including flavours from Asia, the Mediterranean, and Italy, as well as seafood dishes like oysters, ceviche, and octopus.
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Yes, being in the ByWard Market a highly touristy area we cater to families and kids and have a kid friendly menu
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We do not have a ground floor patio, we have a rooftop on the 3rd level
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Strictly service pets are allowed in the dining room, with required paperwork .
 
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Starling’s menu includes seafood dishes, comfort classics, brunch items like omelets and avocado toast, and creative cocktails inspired by birds.
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We do have some vegetarian options available, and can make necessary substitutions to some dishes in order to make them vegan.
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yes, ask your server for details
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Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended, especially for brunch and events.
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Reservations can be made online through their website.
By phone at (613) 4210820
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Yes, we only take a limited amount of reservations to allow for walk ins
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Yes, Starling offers private event bookings with tailored menus and signature drinks.
We cater to multiple types of events: weddings, baby showers, corporate events, Christmas parties. etc.contact our coordinators at hello@starlingottawa.ca
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Yes, specific areas like the birdcage booths can be reserved for parties of 4-6.
Please specify on your reservation notes or when you speak with someone at the restaurant.