Restaurant 18 was built in 1867 and was established as a contemporary dining restaurant in 2001. Its old-world charm with modern elegance and sophistication turn it into one of the most beautiful restaurants to celebrate your event in. It's easily accessible and its team is dedicated to achieve culinary excellence with every event and provide a commendably attentive service.

Facilities and capacity

Your perfect ceremony and reception awaits you at e18hteen in the heart of Ottawa’s Byward Market. Their stunning heritage façade blends modern touches with old world charm creating one of the most romantic venues in the nations capital. Restaurant 18 offers five different event spaces for you to carry out your wedding banquet or reception in.

They include:

• Large Wine Room: with the capacity of seating up to 20 guests
• Small Wine Room: ideal for 10 to 12 guests
• Combined large and small wine room: for around 32 guests
• Upper Dining Area: Ideal for a 40-person party
• Fireplace: with the capacity of accommodating 30 guests
• Lower Fireplace: perfect for around 15 to 16 people

Services offered

Restaurant 18's team gives you the possibility to tailor their menu according to your specific requirements. Their wedding packages include the following services:

• Everything you need to enjoy a full meal service (flatware, stemware, table cloths, napkins and candles)
• Complete onsite day of coordination services
• Menus and beverage options tailored to your needs
• Printed personalized menus at each place setting – design your menu and let your guest decide that evening!
• Personalized consultation with our trusted vendors. We are partnered with officiants, florists and DJ services to assist you in simplifying your big day!
• Microphone and podium for speeches
• No fees for external vendors
• Free Wifi
• Instagram hashtag provided to ensure you capture the love!
• E18hteen offers complimentary menu tasting for you and your fiancé.
• Wedding cake cut and served by our team or presented at a selfserve station.