House Of Pizza

House Of Pizza is a pizzeria and Italian-style eatery in the Westboro area of Ottawa, ON, at 160 Richmond Rd, offering a wood-fired pizza program alongside a broad Italian and casual-dining menu, an open dining room, and a patio. It sits within a category of business that has anchored Canadian neighbourhoods for generations: the corner pizzeria that families call for a weeknight dinner, that students order from between classes, and that becomes a fixture people mention when describing what makes their street feel like a community rather than just a row of addresses.

Fitting a stop here into a Westboro outing

Because House Of Pizza sits on Richmond Rd in Westboro, a visit pairs naturally with the walking and shopping that already defines that stretch of Ottawa. The short answer: come as part of a longer afternoon or evening in the neighbourhood rather than as a single-purpose errand, since the area rewards lingering.

Westboro as a destination, not just a stop

Westboro has built its identity around independent shops, outdoor gear retailers, and a walkable main street, which makes it a natural place to combine errands with a meal. A patio meal at House Of Pizza works well as a midday break during a shopping afternoon, or as the closing stop after an evening walk.

Seasonal rhythms in the area

Ottawa's seasons shape how people use a spot like this. In warmer months, the patio becomes the draw, especially for groups who have been out enjoying the nearby paths along the Ottawa River parkway system. In winter, the open-concept dining room offers a warm indoor stop after time spent outdoors, when a shared pizza or a pasta dish suits the colder-weather appetite better than a lighter meal.

Groups, families, and casual gatherings

The mix of large-format pizzas, subs, and shareable finger foods suits gatherings of varying sizes, from a couple sharing a small pizza to a larger group ordering a combination of appetizers, salads, and mains. Anyone planning a group stop after a local event or a weekend outing can treat the menu's range as a way to satisfy different appetites at one table.

What the menu actually covers, and how to choose wisely

The short answer: House Of Pizza offers several distinct menu tracks — classic and specialty pizzas, wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas, Italian pasta dishes, Lebanese shawarma and donair items, deli-style subs, and finger foods — so the smartest approach is to decide which track fits the occasion before ordering rather than choosing item by item.

Comparing the pizza styles before ordering

The menu separates traditional pizzas, sold by size from small to extra-large with a wide range of premium, specialty, and gourmet toppings, from wood-fired pizzas made with a different dough and a smaller, curated set of topping combinations. Someone who wants a familiar large pizza to share among several people is better served by the traditional side of the menu, while a diner looking for a single-portion, thinner-crust style should consider the wood-fired list instead.

Reading the menu for dietary needs

A gluten-free crust option is listed for medium-size traditional pizzas, and vegetarian pizza combinations appear on both the premium and specialty lists. Anyone with a dietary restriction should scan the ingredient lists carefully, since many specialty and gourmet pizzas include meat or seafood by default, and ask directly about substitutions rather than assuming a topping can simply be removed.

Beyond pizza: subs, pasta, and Lebanese dishes

The sub menu covers classic deli combinations, meatball, vegetarian, and pizza-style subs, while a separate Italian food section lists spaghetti, lasagna, ravioli, cannelloni, and breaded veal or chicken parmesan served with pasta. A Lebanese food section adds chicken shawarma and beef donair, sold as sandwiches or as combos with fries and coleslaw. Deciding among these tracks ahead of time makes for a faster order, especially for a group with mixed preferences.

General payment planning

As with most independent restaurants, it is worth confirming which forms of payment are accepted and whether there is a minimum for card purchases before finalizing an order, since various payment methods may or may not include every option a customer expects.

What to confirm by phone before heading to Richmond Road

The short answer: a quick call to 613-728-2422 clears up the details that change day to day — current hours, patio availability, wait times, and whether a specific topping or dietary substitution is possible — before making the trip to Westboro.

Confirming hours and patio seating

Restaurant hours and patio availability can shift with the season or with staffing on a given day, so calling ahead to confirm both is a reasonable step, particularly for anyone planning to eat outdoors or arriving close to closing time.

Asking about wait times for groups

Larger groups benefit from asking whether a table can be readied in advance or whether a short wait should be expected, especially around typical dinner hours on a weekend.

Checking ingredient and preparation questions

Because several pizzas and subs contain a long list of ingredients, calling ahead to ask about a specific allergen, a substitution, or how a dish is prepared avoids surprises once the order is placed.

Clarifying pickup versus dine-in logistics

For anyone planning to pick up an order rather than dine in, confirming preparation time by phone helps align the visit with when the food will actually be ready, particularly for larger or multi-item orders.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if House Of Pizza fits what I'm looking for?

It suits anyone wanting pizza in several styles, along with pasta, subs, or Lebanese shawarma and donair options, in a sit-down setting with patio seating in the Westboro area of Ottawa. Reviewing the menu categories in advance helps confirm it matches the type of meal being planned, whether that is a quick sub, a shared pizza, or a fuller Italian dinner.

Do I need to book ahead before going?

Reservations are offered, and calling ahead is the most reliable way to confirm whether a table is needed for a given day, group size, or patio seating request, since availability can vary.

Can I place an order without going in person?

Phoning in an order for pickup is a straightforward way to arrange food without dining in, and calling 613-728-2422 directly is the most reliable way to confirm current order and pickup options.

What other options exist nearby if this isn't the right fit?

Westboro's stretch of Richmond Rd includes a range of other restaurants and casual eateries within walking distance, so anyone looking for a different cuisine or format on the same outing has alternatives close by in the same part of Ottawa.