Black Tartan Kitchen, Carleton Place, ON

Black Tartan Kitchen offers an intimate, welcoming dining experience in downtown Carleton Place, Ontario, featuring French-inspired cuisine with a modern twist. Led by Chef-Owner Ian Carswell, the kitchen showcases seasonal menus with local produce from Lanark County and the Ottawa Valley. Guests can select from elegant à la carte lunches or tasting menus from three to seven courses, paired with wines or non-alcoholic drinks. The warm, family-style hospitality creates a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere, whether inside or on the covered garden patio with mural art and soft lighting. Suitable for date nights, events, or private celebrations (up to 30 inside, 22 on the patio), Black Tartan Kitchen combines fine dining with friendly, approachable service, making guests feel at home while enjoying chef-driven cuisine.