Rice-Mi Kitchen

05/17/2026

Huge congrats to everyone who made our first Comedy Night at Rice-Mi (April 22nd) such a success🌷
Now, get ready for round two🤗
Join us Friday, May 29th for another unforgettable night of laughs. We're launching a brand-new monthly comedy series— happening the last Friday of every month at Rice-Mi (former Festival Japan) in downtown Ottawa, 149 Kent Street; If interested, scan the QR code for details and to purchase tickets. Thank you for your support. ❤️

05/17/2026

Great food and great entertainment
Join us at Rice Mi (formerly known as Festival Japan Restaurant) on Thursday, May 21 for the fun JazzWorks jam, hosted by the fabulous‘Don’t call her Betty’ host band. Special jazz drink and food menu is available for all night.
We look forward to seeing you here🎶🎤🥂🥢😋

Thursday, May 21, join us for a JazzWorks Jam featuring host band Don’t Call Her Betty!

🕰️ Entertainment starts at 7:30 with an opening set played by the host band– then, at 8:15, we turn the mic over to you!

🏷️ Cover is $5 for Friends of JazzWorks and $10 for General Admission (become a friend at the door or at https://www.jazzworkscanada.com/become-a-friend.html !)

🎸 For guitarists, an amp will be available. 🎛️ For bassists, an upright bass & amp will be available. 🥁 For drummers, a drum kit will be available. 🎹 For pianists, a miked acoustic upright will be available. 🎤 For vocalists, a mic will be available, or feel free to bring your own!

🍣 For dinner reservations at Rice-Mi (FKA Festival Japan), call (613) 234-1224

04/29/2026

General Tao's Chicken -- most sold item in Rice-Mi , it is not only the price, but the taste as well! 10$ serves with rice at Lunch time!! It also an all day take out item. Why cook when General Tao's Chicken at your reach.

04/29/2026

Eveny Night is tonight!! Looking for a good meal in downtown area? Thy this out!

04/29/2026

It will be a great music night at Rice-Mi Kitchen and there is also special menu for the night see other posts!!! Friends see you there!

UPCOMING POP UP WORKSHOP THIS SUNDAY, featuring Tokyo-based saxophonist Masashi Ushi and JazzWorks faculty members pianist Kate Wyatt and double-bassist Adrian Vedady!

Held at Rice-Mi (149 Kent St) beginning at 1:30, door at 1:00! Tickets available at the door or via e-transfer to [email protected] (include details of the event in the transfer message)

04/14/2026

Great Food + Great Entertainment 🔥
Come join at Rice Mi (former Festival Japan Restaurant location, 149 Kent St) on Thursday, April 16th for a fun JazzWorks jam session hosted by the amazing AFTER SUNSET host band.
Special jazz drink & food menu available all night long 😋👍🥂

Join us after sunset (as in, at 7:30) this Thursday, April 16th for April's JazzWorks Jam! Host band After Sunset promises to deliver an incredible show!

🕰️ Entertainment starts at 7:30 with an opening set played by the host band– then, at 8:15, we turn the mic over to you!

🏷️ Cover is $5 for Friends of JazzWorks and $10 for General Admission (become a friend at the door or at https://www.jazzworkscanada.com/become-a-friend.html !)

Gentle reminder to raffle winners who we emailed about picking prizes up in person, your prize will be held for pickup at this jam!

🎸 For guitarists, an amp will be available. 🎛️ For bassists, an upright bass & amp will be available. 🥁 For drummers, a drum kit will be available. 🎹 For pianists, a miked acoustic upright will be available. 🎤 For vocalists, a mic will be available, or feel free to bring your own!

🍣 For dinner reservations at Rice-Mi (FKA Festival Japan), call (613) 234-1224

🎶 Whether you’re looking to jam out or just watch, we can’t wait to see you there!

04/12/2026

We are pleased to announce the launch of a brand-new monthly comedy series at Rice-Mi, located at 149 Kent St in downtown Ottawa.
First Comedy Night at Rice-Mi, will take place on Friday, April 24th. This series will bring some of the city's and country's top comedians to the stage, featuring stand-up comedy in an intimate, high-energy setting. Rice-Mi, formerly Festival Japan Restaurant, is renowned for its exceptional cuisine and will now offer a unique live comedy experience. Each month, on the last Friday, attendees can expect a lively atmosphere, significant laughter, and an impressive lineup of professional comedians. General Admission is $20, inclusive of taxes and fees. A 3-Course Dinner can be purchased for $25 plus tax, which includes an appetizer (vegetarian spring roll), main course(general tao chicken or beef with broccoli ) and dessert (red bean sesame ball). To purchase tickets or view event details, please scan QR code or visit
https://www.jumpcomedy.com/e/comedy-night-at-rice-mi

Lock in your spot and be part of the first night! Thank you for your support💗

03/28/2026

Tuesday Date Night Special💗😋🥢 Looking for a great date night? Rice-Mi's Tuesday special, "a delicious 3-course dinner for two," would be a great choice for you, for just $55!
Starter: Soup of the Day (2 servings) Appetizer Platter to Share: Vegetarian Spring Roll, Pork & Veg Dumplings, Edamame, Octopus Ball
Choose Two Mains: General Tao Chicken, Sweet & Sour Pork, Beef & Mushroom in Oyster Sauce, Crispy Noodle with Seafood
Dessert: Red Bean Sesame Ball
Reserve your table now!
🌐www.ricemi.ca
📞613-852-6895
📍149 Kent Street, Ottawa, K1P 5P3

03/25/2026

Only 5 days left for the $5 off on the dinner combo ($22-$25), Visit 149 kent street, Ottawa downtown or www.ricemi.ca or call 613-2341224.

Order any dinner combo ($22-$25) at Rice-Mi Restaurant (located at 149 kent street, Ottawa downtown, former Festival Japan Restaurant) gets $5 off if you share this page to your friends. This offer ends on March 31, 2026. Reservation call 613 852-6895 or 613 234-1224. or in www.ricemi.ca/