Owner-operated Old Ottawa East spot for Tibetan dumplings, Thai-style noodles, Asian tacos, rooftop-garden roots, reusable packaging, and takeout-friendly pan-Asian bowls.

Pour Boy is a Somerset Street pub built around affordable drinks, a bigger-than-expected comfort menu, and a weeknight calendar of trivia, open mic, comedy, and Blingo. Order around Pad Thai, Liquid Danger wings, and Kashmir Poutine; use the events to choose the night.

Datsun is an Elgin Street pan-Asian small-plates spot where bao, dandan noodles, dumplings and cocktails carry the strongest order.

A long-running ByWard Market Thai restaurant with a young-coconut salmon curry signature, strong noodle depth, and dedicated vegetarian and gluten-free menus.