A Taste of the Mediterranean. A Tradition of Hospitality.
Discover Mediterranean & Italian favourites: wood-fired pizza, pasta and seafood, in the heart of Ottawa's Little Italy.
More Than a Meal. A Place to Gather.
In 1986, Nick Shallal opened a small take-out on Preston Street and introduced Ottawa to gourmet pizza from a wood-burning oven. Four decades on, the oven still glows at the heart of the room.
- 1986Serving Ottawa from Preston Street
- FornoGourmet pizzas from the wood-burning oven
- MareMediterranean & Italian classics and our famous seafood platter
- InsiemeA room made for family and friends
Made to Be Savoured.
Wood-fired pizza, pasta dishes, generous seafood and the Mediterranean & Italian classics our guests come back for.
The Pizzas That Started It All.
Nick pioneered the wood-burning oven on Preston Street for his designer seafood pizzas and calzones. A few from today's menu:
- La Favorita Special$24Pepperoni, mushrooms, bacon, ham, bell peppers, olives, anchovies, mozzarella & tomato sauce
- Frutti di Mare$26Clams, scallops, shrimp, lobster, mozzarella & tomato sauce
- Margherita$18Basil, mozzarella & tomato sauce
- Carne$24Italian sausage, capicollo, salami, prosciutto, mozzarella & tomato sauce
- Verdura$22Roasted red peppers, artichokes, asparagus, hearts of palm, mozzarella & tomato sauce
Good Food. Great Company. Memorable Occasions.
Our semi-private dining rooms are made for gathering, from an intimate dinner to a large celebration, with dishes served family-style and plenty to share.
- Birthdays
- Family celebrations
- Business dinners
- Showers & anniversaries
- Holiday parties
- Group dining
Lunch, Date Night or the Patio.
Loved by Our Guests.
What we also love is the atmosphere, candles and soft music. Seafood pizza and tiramisu excellent!
Seafood pasta so good. Special and unique tiramisu. In my opinion the best in Ottawa.
Came in to eat a Verona pizza, it was cooked to perfection. Plenty of smiles and a very warm hospitality.
Your Seat at the Table Comes with Perks.
Join the La Favorita VIP Guest Club for restaurant news, birthday surprises, and special invitations.
- First to hear about seasonal menus and evenings
- A birthday greeting from our family to yours
- Invitations to special dinners and live music nights
Questions Guests Ask.
Are your pizzas wood-fired?
Yes. Nick brought gourmet pizza from a wood-burning oven to Preston Street in 1986, and every pizza still comes out of our copper-clad wood oven.
Do you have vegetarian options?
Yes. Vegetarian dishes are marked V on our menu, including the Margherita, Verona, Brutus, Pescara and Verdura pizzas, eggplant parmigiana, cheese tortellini, bruschetta and the Greek salad.
Do you have a kids' menu?
Yes: penne with butter or tomato sauce, chicken nuggets or fingers with fries, and kids' pepperoni or Margherita pizza.
Can you host private parties and group reservations?
Yes. Our semi-private dining rooms suit birthdays, showers, business luncheons and holiday parties, with family-style Italian meals. For 8 or more guests, please call us at (613) 749-7490.
Is La Favorita good for a business lunch?
Yes. We open at 11:30 AM every day on Preston Street, a short drive from downtown Ottawa. Call ahead and we'll have your table ready.
Do you have a patio?
Yes, a vine-covered patio beside the restaurant on Preston Street.
Find Us in Ottawa's Little Italy.
356 Preston Street
Ottawa, ON K1S 4M6
| Sunday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM – 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM – 10:30 PM |
Your Table Is Waiting.
Make your next lunch, dinner, or celebration a memorable one at La Favorita.