Union: Local 613
Southern Food Restaurant, Bar, and Speakeasy$$$$
Centretown-Downtown, Ottawa
"What ever you do, don't look behind the bookcase in the basement."(3 Tips)
"Catfish, flank steak, grits, cornbread...just delicious."(7 Tips)
"Amazing fried chicken, grits and cornbread!"(5 Tips)
"Flank Steak and Grits"(2 Tips)
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Marie AmanteSeptember 4, 2016Coffee is delicious. Basic breakfast and the trout with grilled romaine was excellent! Would highly recommend it.
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Steve JohnstonApril 24, 2017This place was incredible. Some great southern fusion food on offer, excellent list of bourbons, staff that really know their shit - and even a speakeasy in the basement!UpvoteDownvote
Colin BrownNovember 11, 2014Relaxed ambience where Ottawa's elite can let loose. If you dare to learn what's lurking behind the bookcase, you're in for a treat. Are you bold enough to break the rules? If so, you know where to goUpvoteDownvote
Chester HNovember 11, 2016Great cocktails/ great tunes and great vibe!!! One of the best spots in the neighbourhood.
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Sabrina S.February 4, 2018Mixed feelings: v small main floor + cocktails/beers, they offer complimentary roasted peanuts, the menu is limited but delicious and considered by some as overpriced. Good for specific tastesUpvoteDownvote
Charles HindsFebruary 17, 2016Had the fried chicken and grits, which were fine - nothing to write home about. Drinks are solid - had the after midnight, which was awesome. Service was a bit slow but with knowledgeable servers.UpvoteDownvote
Kendrick ColemanSeptember 17, 2013So rad. Great mixed drinks. The fried green tomatoes had a flavor kick with pimento cheese and the catfish was more flaky than trout. Fantastic food.UpvoteDownvote
Anne-SophieJune 11, 2019Come from the cocktails but not for the food. Love the owner’s belief and work for better working conditions and gender equality in the dining industry, 100% support!UpvoteDownvote
NuffJune 28, 2016Great cocktail menu. Lovey staff. Fried chicken and grits on point, as are the progressive values of this old school joint.UpvoteDownvote
Josh LaboveDecember 16, 2015It's all about the spicy maple syrup--pour that goodness all over your chicken and waffles.
UpvoteDownvote- Aubri ElaineJanuary 31, 2015Amazing fried chicken, grits and cornbread! Also, the bourbon lemonade blew my mind. Nice staff. Intimate atmosphere.UpvoteDownvote
- Patrick DevaneyMarch 20, 2014What ever you do, don't look behind the bookcase in the basement. If you do and its after 5:30pm, enjoy this rare hidden Speakeasy gem!!!!!UpvoteDownvote
Amazing atmosphere and service. The food was delicious. Had the ribs. So good. My boyfriend is now addicted to the pepper vinegar.Upvote3Downvote- Anne-SophieSeptember 18, 2016Best cocktail place in town. Both upstairs and downstair. Arrive early and check out the library...UpvoteDownvote
- Paul SweeneyJanuary 12, 2014It was amazing. Catfish, flank steak, grits, cornbread...just delicious.
UpvoteDownvote - Sig JamisonOctober 8, 2013Flank Steak and Grits are incredible, don't forget to try the beer on tap... incredible first dinner in Ottawa!UpvoteDownvote
Cassie SlackDecember 16, 2016Super awesome and interesting drinks ❤️ Love the music they play as well.UpvoteDownvote
MarieOctober 16, 2018A very good service; congrats to the waiters. And the cocktails are delicious :)UpvoteDownvote
Eric WuJanuary 3, 2016Ginger beer and southern chicken! Cornbread was closer to a pancake-like consistency, but still tasty.UpvoteDownvote- Doug WMay 28, 2017Food is great, but make sure you also try one of the beers they brew in house.UpvoteDownvote
Friendly and knowledgable staff with simple and adventurous entrees, plus great craft beers to match.UpvoteDownvote
Mark BlevisMarch 14, 2014Don't leave here without having a ginger beer. Out of this world!Upvote3Downvote
Stray - Cris RuggieroAugust 7, 2012I love the grits! Also, you should really try the buttermilk lavender pieUpvote1Downvote
justaguyinhkAugust 6, 2012Amazing southern food. One of the best places in Ottawa to eat!UpvoteDownvote
Lauren SimmonsMarch 16, 2013Really great vibe (okay, bearded and plaid, but good) and cocktails.Upvote2Downvote
Love this place but the late night menu is not terrible.UpvoteDownvote
- Kendrick ColemanSeptember 17, 2013Forewarning: AMEX is not accepted for all you business travelersUpvoteDownvote
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We are a Canadian take on southern hospitality. Seating is predominantly...(Show more)
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Tue
- 5:30 PM–10:00 PM
- Wed–Fri
- 11:30 AM–2:00 PM
- 5:30 PM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 5:30 PM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
(613) 231-1010
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Visa & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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