Norca Restaurant & Bar
A boutique hotel restaurant and bar inside Le Germain, serving contemporary North American cuisine with house fermentations, natural wines, and a dedicated bar program.
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About
Norca sits on the second floor of Le Germain Hotel Ottawa — the name means "NORthern cuisine, CAnadian ingredients." Chef James Bratsberg runs a farm-to-table program with house-made fermentations (miso, kimchi, charcuterie), natural wines, and a tight cocktail list. Elegant but not formal, it works equally well for a bar-only visit or a full dinner.
What to Order
- House Charcuterie Board — miso, kimchi, and fermentation showcase
- Hanger Steak — with seasonal accompaniments
- Pan-Seared Cod — Canadian seasonal fish
- Beet Salad — signature starter
- Natural Wine — rotating by-the-glass selection
Visitor Information
- Breakfast: Mon–Fri 7–10:30am, Sat–Sun 7:30am–12pm
- Dinner: Daily 5–10pm (Tue–Fri until 11pm, Sat–Sun until 11pm)
- Happy Hour: Daily 4–5pm and 10–11pm
- Reservations: OpenTable recommended
- Open to Public: Yes (not just hotel guests)
Getting There
- Address: 30 Daly Avenue (inside Le Germain Hotel)
- Transit: Near Rideau Station
- Parking: Hotel valet, nearby garages
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