our winter gondolas are here
are here!!!

Experience dining like never before in a stationary ski gondola
with stunning views of the Ottawa River.

Each private gondola can be booked online for a specific time slot and duration.
To ensure an uninterrupted experience, service is based on a set packages.
The gondolas are heated for your comfort and feature integrated speakers to set the mood.

make a reservation at westboro beach

  • westboro beach, open year round!

    Our Westboro Beach spot combines the natural beauty of the waterfront with a relaxed, inviting atmosphere, perfect for enjoying handcrafted pizzas and fresh, local ingredients. Whether you're dining indoors or on our outdoor patio, you can take in the serene river views while savouring a carefully curated menu.
    One of Ottawa’s most picturesque settings.
  • A red brick building called 'The Grand' with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and people dining on the sidewalk.

    Located in the historic ByWard Market

    Built in 1877 as a grocery store by Thomas Coffey, Sr., this building was the Grand Central Hotel from 1889 to 1907, and a Salvation Army hostel from 1908 to 1949.

    Designated Heritage Property

  • Gondola Dining Coming Soon!

    Get ready for a unique winter experience at Westboro Beach! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our winter gondolas where you can dine inside a stationary gondola overlooking the beautiful Ottawa River.

    More details about this exciting new activity are coming soon.

happy HOUR

BYWARD: Mon to Fri, 3-6 PM & 9 PM to close |
WESTBORO BEACH: Mon to Fri, 3-5pm & 9pm to close

HALF PRICE PIZZAS * • $20 SANGRIA PITCHERS • $5/$7 BEER PINTS ($6 cans at Westboro Beach only) • $5 WINE
• $8 APEROL SPRITZ • $9 BELLINIS (ByWard only)

(Half price pizza valid only with the purchase of a beverage. Pizza selections: Margherita, Pepperoni, Diavola, Mushroom, Pesto, Quattro Formaggi )

* civic holidays, school holidays and long weekends excluded.

WHAT MAKES AN AUTHENTIC
NAPOLETANA PIZZA?

A pizza with tomato sauce, fresh basil leaves, and a dollop of mozzarella cheese in the center, garnished with herbs.

  • The dough must be made with refined type 00 Italian wheat flour kneaded by hand

  • Topped with raw, pureed San Marzano tomatoes from Italy

  • Made from simple & fresh ingredients

  • We use mozzarella di Bufala cheese made from water buffalo milk, typically raised in the Campania & Lazio marshlands in Italy

  • Cooked in a wood-fired oven at 900ºF for 60 to 90 seconds

  • Real Napoletana pizza comes in only one size: 10-12″ diameter / personal size

  • It has a soft chewy crust with slight charring & leopard spots

  • Moist and soupy centre

  • Authentic Napoletana Pizza is very thin and soft

Born in Naples… raised in Ottawa

delivery: Hot & Fresh—Anytime, Anywhere

Craving the taste of Naples but don’t want to leave your couch? We’ve got you covered!

Order your favorite pizza, pasta, and more, all delivered fresh to your door. Whether you’re planning a cozy night in or a quick lunch at the office, we bring The Grand to you.

FIND US

byward market location

74 George Street, Ottawa, ON
Open: Monday–Sunday / 11am – late

Get Directions

westboro beach location

745 Kichi Zībī Mīkan, Ottawa, ON
Open: Monday–Sunday / 11am – late

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The Grand at Westboro Beach
A pizza topped with cheese, green leaves, pieces of ham, and an egg in the center, with a slightly charred crust.
Interior view of a restaurant with dark leather booths, wooden tables, floral wallpaper, and pendant lighting fixtures.
Plate of spaghetti with tomato sauce, topped with a scoop of mozzarella cheese, garnished with a basil leaf.
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Plate of gnocchi pasta with green pesto sauce, topped with diced tomatoes, grated cheese, and fresh basil leaves.
A cheese and basil pizza on a white plate with a marble surface background.
Plate of toasted flatbread, prosciutto, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and burrata cheese with balsamic glaze
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Plate of spaghetti topped with meatballs, melted cheese, and garnished with chopped parsley.
Seafood dish with chunks of fish and shrimp in a creamy sauce, garnished with chopped green onions, served on a white plate.
Mixed green salad with cherry tomatoes and shredded cheese on a white plate
Meatballs in tomato sauce garnished with chopped parsley, served in a square white bowl on a white plate.
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A bowl of French fries topped with chunks of beef, corn, chopped green onions, and drizzled with gravy.
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