Kelly’s Landing

Can’t say enough good things about this jewel on the Rideau. Nothing is better for the souls then having a great meal on the water with a good drink and friends at hand.
Reminds me of many a grey meal I’ve enjoyed either in Boston, Halifax and the Cottage.
Fish N Chips, Taco’s or a burger all leave you satisfied.

This is one of the worst restaurants we have ever eaten at. The table was filthy when we were seated and when we asked them to please wipe it we got a snarly and sarcastic reply. The food was very mediocre, luke warm and served with no imagination. We tried it a second time months later and had almost as bad an experience. Yes, the location is lovely but I’d rather pack a picnic and see the water from a park or beach.
Elaine K.

Kelly’s Landing is a gem just south of the city in Manotick (y’all know it’s my fave little village!) right on the Rideau River. Don’t be fooled by the general store vibe the place has going on — it might look like a gas station that only serves ice cream, but step down a few stairs and onto their back patio and you’ve found yourself a little slice of heaven.
Kelly’s has always been a bit of a local drinking hole for me and my friends and family, especially after a day out on the river, but their food is something to praise as well. While you won’t find gourmet fare here, you will get some delicious seafood (salmon, a famous clam chowder, swordfish), yummy wraps and salads. The seafood marinara is my fave, and they make a mean fish and chips.
While the food is good, the atmosphere is what makes Kelly’s so wonderful. Stop by and grab some ice cream with little ones, have a romantic dinner overlooking the Rideau a sunset and come for cocktails with the girls. There’s tons of action to watch on the river and you’ll leave swearing to return before the summer’s end.

GREAT EXPERIENCE! We shared the cedar plank salmon and the fish n chips. By far the best salmon I have ever had. Great location on the river and a perfect spot for an august dinner. Surprisingly good select of draft beer. I’m looking forward to returning if weather permits.