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Ottava Via just never disappoints. I've been many times, and it's always consistent, timely, and just right. This time, we enjoyed a few appetizers and definitely did not leave disappointed. That Pecorino Romano appetizer is one I dream about almost nightly. Inside, it's quaint yet comfortable, and the service is always great. If you go on the weekend, you'll probably run into a wait, but it's worth it! Highly recommend!
My nephew and niece took my sister and me to Ottava Via for a belated Mother's Day celebration. They have been there many times, but it was the first time for us. First, the place is so welcoming. Several different rooms as well as the outside patio, which has bocce ball. It was too warm & humid for us, so we sat inside at a table near the bar. The servers were all very friendly; it seemed a different person brought each course. We had the bread service and calamari for an appetizer. The bread and herb butter were very good, and I understand that it does cost the restaurant to serve it, but $7 seemed like a lot to me. I also enjoyed the calamari. I had the pasta Bolognese (they had some other name for it), which is one of my favorite kinds of pasta. This did not disappoint. I loved the super wide papardelle noodles (also a favorite!) and the small scoop of cheese (burrata, maybe?) on top. My sister had the mushroom pizza (also with a different name). She enjoyed it as well. I am glad they decided to take us there; it was all very good and in a nice atmosphere as well.
I met a friend for an early lunch over the weekend at OV. Since the weather was beautiful that day, we decided to sit outside in the covered patio area. We did walk inside to check in for our reservations and the interior was rustic and plenty of seating. Our waitress (forgot her name), was attentive, helpful and welcoming. We decided to spilt the dishes- burrata salad (very fresh), percorino plate- a tad messy and sticky from the honey, but tasty, and the cacio e pepe. The pasta seemed a bit overcooked- but to be fair, this was my first time trying it so not sure if that's how it is supposed to be. There's parking on the street. Even though we came early, there weren't too many open spots. But if you have a reservation, definitely leave enough room to find parking.
The sauce was runny, lacked flavor, and was not served hot. Service was decent but I'm not impressed. I will try again but a different entree. Arrived on an early sunny. Sunday afternoon. Quiet atmosphere.
Nice romantic ambience. Great service. Food was great. Overall, we had an amazing experience. I would definitely go back, well I've been a few times already since.
Ottava Via was amazing! The atmosphere was perfect for a cute date night or getting together with friends. The food came out really quickly, everything was affordable, and the service was absolutely amazing. Everyone was so kind and attentive, and the whole experience was just so enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Ottava Via and will be coming back!
Enjoyed our date night very much. Intimate and gorgeous interior. Staff was professional and experienced. Bartenders were absolutely slammed but still crushed it. Food was great, would definitely be happy to go back.
Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. They don't do walk ins, but despite it being a Saturday night, we were able to get a table for 8 within minutes. The restaurant has a good amount of seating. Our server was fantastic, answering all of our questions about drinks, features, and soup of the day. All of the staff were very friendly, saying hello and asking how we were. I ordered the virgin fresh fruit smash to drink, and it was refreshing. I thought the NA champagne added a nice touch. I was happy with this selection as good mocktails are sometimes hard to find and are generally more basic. The food here is excellent! We decided to get some small plates to share. We went with the bread service and the bread was light and fluffy and came with a whipped butter that melted in nicely. We also ordered the arancini because who doesn't love a good fried rice ball and they were delicious. My friends and I also shared the Caesar salad, which came with anchovy and a breaded hard boiled egg. I loved the savory flavor these ingredients added. For my main I had the feature, which was rainbow trout with a creamy sauce paired with fingerling potatoes and asparagus. This dish was phenomenal! The portion was big and the fish was light. I loved the crispy skin on it. My friend was celebrating her birthday, so they brought out a cannoli for her for dessert!
What went well? What didn't??? I've heard of them for years. But last night was my first time visiting. As I was meeting others, I arrived early to enjoy the bar experience. The bartender was welcoming and very knowledgeable about both the cocktail and food menu. I loved how intimate it felt with dim lighting and music playing in the background! I love scratch kitchen restaurants. I just wish I actually had an appetite. The arancini was ok. Everyone seemed to enjoy their food. I definitely want to visit again.
The food was delicious and was served quickly! We got the pesto pasta and Salsiccia pizza. The pasta was so yummy and had a little crunch, which we liked. The pizza was perfectly cooked and had sausage and peppers. Great ambiance in the restaurant. Would love to come back to try other dishes!
Okay, the service was pretty solid and my food came out in less than five mins. That would be great if you were at a fast casual chain but in this case not so much. I ordered a lemon butter noodle dish and it wasn't very memorable. The noodles had the consistency of Campbells chicken noodle soup and that's all I ll say. Besides that, the bread was cool. The experience overall was fine but not anything out of this world.
After a morning of meetings in downtown Detroit, we found Ottava Via thanks to fellow Yelpers. We started with the bread service, and it came out warm from the oven with a generous portion. A perfect beginning. I ordered the burrata caprese, which was refreshing and light. The heirloom tomatoes were sweet and bright, and the balsamic had a nice balanced tang. I do wish the portion of burrata was slightly larger. Arancini is one of my favorite dishes, and not every Italian restaurant offers it, so this was a treat. I really enjoyed it, and you could taste a subtle hint of prosciutto in the filling. Our server, Claudia, was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. We will definitely return the next time we are in Detroit.
Tried this place on opening day for the first time. I knew there would be a wait. At first, they said 45 mins to an hour. Not bad, so I put my name on the list. I received a text saying I was on the list and the wait was 1 hour, 15 mins. We walked around, had cocktails elsewhere before receiving a call an hour and a half later offering a table outside. It had gotten chilly out so we passed on the outside table, but when we did, they said it would be another hour! We went back and they had completely forgotten about getting us a table. They rectified it by giving us the next available table. Our server was Emily and she was awesome. I ordered the Penne Alla Arrabbiata with chicken and shrimp. Tasty and enjoyable but lacked enough noodles. Over all, I would go again and continue to try more items on the menu and definitely sit in Emily's section again!
Ottava via is always a good choice. I came here with a large group or girlfriends we had a great time. The staff is really friendly and took well care of us. We had a reservation and waited about 15 min to be seated which is very normal at a this kind of restaurants for a large group. The drinks came in first, I got a Cabernet and there were some good mojitos as well. We ordered the bread service and it was amazing. The whipped butter with olive oil makes the bread so soft and delicious. For food I ordered the shot ribs with mashed potatoes and it was really really good. It is an earthy dish with mashed potatoes and fried zucchini noodles. It is a very good dish but I felt like I was missing a fresher side, maybe asparagus or broccolini. Overall really good food and service. Some of my friends ordered the pizza which was really well balanced and cooked nicely, the pastas were also delicious. I will always recommend ottava via to anyone asking for a good place to eat in corktown read more
2 months ago
Ottava Via just never disappoints. I've been many times, and it's always consistent, timely, and just right. This time, we enjoyed a few appetizers and definitely did not leave disappointed. That Pecorino Romano appetizer is one I dream about almost nightly. Inside, it's quaint yet comfortable, and the service is always great. If you go on the weekend, you'll probably run into a wait, but it's worth it! Highly recommend! read more
My nephew and niece took my sister and me to Ottava Via for a belated Mother's Day celebration. They have been there many times, but it was the first time for us. First, the place is so welcoming. Several different rooms as well as the outside patio, which has bocce ball. It was too warm & humid for us, so we sat inside at a table near the bar. The servers were all very friendly; it seemed a different person brought each course. We had the bread service and calamari for an appetizer. The bread and herb butter were very good, and I understand that it does cost the restaurant to serve it, but $7 seemed like a lot to me. I also enjoyed the calamari. I had the pasta Bolognese (they had some other name for it), which is one of my favorite kinds of pasta. This did not disappoint. I loved the super wide papardelle noodles (also a favorite!) and the small scoop of cheese (burrata, maybe?) on top. My sister had the mushroom pizza (also with a different name). She enjoyed it as well. I am glad they decided to take us there; it was all very good and in a nice atmosphere as well. read more
I met a friend for an early lunch over the weekend at OV. Since the weather was beautiful that day, we decided to sit outside in the covered patio area. We did walk inside to check in for our reservations and the interior was rustic and plenty of seating. Our waitress (forgot her name), was attentive, helpful and welcoming. We decided to spilt the dishes- burrata salad (very fresh), percorino plate- a tad messy and sticky from the honey, but tasty, and the cacio e pepe. The pasta seemed a bit overcooked- but to be fair, this was my first time trying it so not sure if that's how it is supposed to be. There's parking on the street. Even though we came early, there weren't too many open spots. But if you have a reservation, definitely leave enough room to find parking. read more
19 days ago
Ottava Via was amazing! The atmosphere was perfect for a cute date night or getting together with friends. The food came out really quickly, everything was affordable, and the service was absolutely amazing. Everyone was so kind and attentive, and the whole experience was just so enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Ottava Via and will be coming back! read more
3 months ago
Enjoyed our date night very much. Intimate and gorgeous interior. Staff was professional and experienced. Bartenders were absolutely slammed but still crushed it. Food was great, would definitely be happy to go back. read more
Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. They don't do walk ins, but despite it being a Saturday night, we were able to get a table for 8 within minutes. The restaurant has a good amount of seating. Our server was fantastic, answering all of our questions about drinks, features, and soup of the day. All of the staff were very friendly, saying hello and asking how we were. I ordered the virgin fresh fruit smash to drink, and it was refreshing. I thought the NA champagne added a nice touch. I was happy with this selection as good mocktails are sometimes hard to find and are generally more basic. The food here is excellent! We decided to get some small plates to share. We went with the bread service and the bread was light and fluffy and came with a whipped butter that melted in nicely. We also ordered the arancini because who doesn't love a good fried rice ball and they were delicious. My friends and I also shared the Caesar salad, which came with anchovy and a breaded hard boiled egg. I loved the savory flavor these ingredients added. For my main I had the feature, which was rainbow trout with a creamy sauce paired with fingerling potatoes and asparagus. This dish was phenomenal! The portion was big and the fish was light. I loved the crispy skin on it. My friend was celebrating her birthday, so they brought out a cannoli for her for dessert! read more
What went well? What didn't??? I've heard of them for years. But last night was my first time visiting. As I was meeting others, I arrived early to enjoy the bar experience. The bartender was welcoming and very knowledgeable about both the cocktail and food menu. I loved how intimate it felt with dim lighting and music playing in the background! I love scratch kitchen restaurants. I just wish I actually had an appetite. The arancini was ok. Everyone seemed to enjoy their food. I definitely want to visit again. read more
2 months ago
5 months ago
The food was delicious and was served quickly! We got the pesto pasta and Salsiccia pizza. The pasta was so yummy and had a little crunch, which we liked. The pizza was perfectly cooked and had sausage and peppers. Great ambiance in the restaurant. Would love to come back to try other dishes! read more
Okay, the service was pretty solid and my food came out in less than five mins. That would be great if you were at a fast casual chain but in this case not so much. I ordered a lemon butter noodle dish and it wasn't very memorable. The noodles had the consistency of Campbells chicken noodle soup and that's all I ll say. Besides that, the bread was cool. The experience overall was fine but not anything out of this world. read more
7 months ago
After a morning of meetings in downtown Detroit, we found Ottava Via thanks to fellow Yelpers. We started with the bread service, and it came out warm from the oven with a generous portion. A perfect beginning. I ordered the burrata caprese, which was refreshing and light. The heirloom tomatoes were sweet and bright, and the balsamic had a nice balanced tang. I do wish the portion of burrata was slightly larger. Arancini is one of my favorite dishes, and not every Italian restaurant offers it, so this was a treat. I really enjoyed it, and you could taste a subtle hint of prosciutto in the filling. Our server, Claudia, was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. We will definitely return the next time we are in Detroit. read more
Tried this place on opening day for the first time. I knew there would be a wait. At first, they said 45 mins to an hour. Not bad, so I put my name on the list. I received a text saying I was on the list and the wait was 1 hour, 15 mins. We walked around, had cocktails elsewhere before receiving a call an hour and a half later offering a table outside. It had gotten chilly out so we passed on the outside table, but when we did, they said it would be another hour! We went back and they had completely forgotten about getting us a table. They rectified it by giving us the next available table. Our server was Emily and she was awesome. I ordered the Penne Alla Arrabbiata with chicken and shrimp. Tasty and enjoyable but lacked enough noodles. Over all, I would go again and continue to try more items on the menu and definitely sit in Emily's section again! read more
One of the best Cacio e Pepe I've had since Italy! Best part--they offer optional protein (got the grilled chicken.) Also had their calamari, soooooo goooooood. So glad I went. Friendly staff and great casual ambiance ideal for hanging out with friends. read more
Food was definitely good but I was disappointed by the portion size. It looks like a lot but it was not. Without the protein it would not have been filling at all. Just disappointed based on the price point too. Service was good though, our waiter was really nice! And I liked the look of the restaurant, it had a lot of cool decor. Overall good but not the spot if you're really hungry. read more
Ottava Via is really cute! Personally it doesn't really look like your typical Italian restaurant, it was giving upscale diner vibes. But I liked the decor and it looked really cool! The food was also delicious - the garlic and goat cheese app surprised me on how good it was! Our server was very kind and he helped pick out the best dishes to try, and they were both a hit! I think this is a cute place to come for date night. P.s. the drinks were strong but so good! read more
1 month ago
We stopped in for a late night dinner last night and got a table on the patio right by the fire. I loves the vibe and the smell of the fire burning. My cocktail was pretty good. We shared the chopped salad and it was yummy, pretty heavily dressed. And then each of us got a pizza. Both pizzas were well cooked and had unique flavor profiles. Parking around the restaurant is street parking amd we had to circle a few times to find a spot. read more
First time at Ottava Via in years...it definitely didn't disappoint. Glad we had a reservation as they were packed at 5:30 on a Friday. Place is lively but cozy. We shared a chopped salad and got our own pizzas. They were done perfectly...no flop and perfect crisp. Sauce was great. Service was very nice as well. Definitely one of the best pizzas in the Detroit area. read more
Just an amazing meal this evening during our first visit. Sat at the bar and had great service. Atmosphere was busy and friendly but loud - but not too loud to talk. We started by splitting the Caesar Salad and my wife was happy that it included white anchovies. What we did not expect was the bedded fried farm egg with a hot soft yolk when cut into. I had a hearty and flavorful Ragout alla Bolognese with braised veal and pork topped with a dollop of ricotta. So good. My wife started with a nice glass of Chianti, which oddly the Italian restaurant we went to the night before did not carry. It went perfectly with the braised short rib topped by fried onions and on a bed of extremely light mascarpone polenta. My wife loved it. She said it was elevated comfort food. To top it off, we had a loaf of the homemade bread with butter and olive oil. I don't think we could eat here again (unless we were having pizza) without having this. Delicious. Large helpings meant that we will thoroughly enjoy leftovers tomorrow. It was exactly what we were looking for and will definitely be back soon. read more
1 year ago
We were seated quickly in mid-afternoon Sunday. We ordered appetizers - garlic shrimp, chop salad, one pizza, one pasta Bolognese, and one chicken noodle soup. garlic shrimp: 3/5. about 6 small-medium sized shrimp in butter garlic and lemon sauce with toasted / grilled bread. The shrimp by itself was too salty for my liking and I needed the bread to neutralize the flavor. I also was not a fan of the overly - blackened bread and asked for replacement. The squeeze of lemon was fresh and needed. The salad was so so and although fresh was nothing special. There were chopped celery, carrots, some fresh cheese on top. The dressing was decent. However it is a normal tasting salad. The pizza was above average. Thin crust, not dry, thin layer of cheese. Some basil scattered throughout. Loved by the whole family. The pasta Bolognese was soft, served with ricotta cheese in the middle. Thin long noodles with red sauce. If you haven't tried their pasta I would try this one. You can't go wrong. Chicken noodle soup. Too salty. Good portion but definitely not very drinkable given its salt content. Definitely a minus one for the wait time. Yes I get it everything is made in house and from scratch but the wait time for the pasta was close to 1 hr. That is ridiculous considering we nearly finished all other dishes before this arrived. I was so close to just cancelling it. Service was above average. We were checked on multiple times. The waitress was nice and patient. She explained the menu well. She told us her favorites. Ambiance was nice, rustic Italian feel inside. Hygienic. I might give this place another try if I'm around the area and had enough time to wait. read more
We had a great lunch experience at Ottava Via. The restaurant is large and was really nicely decorated for the holidays. We shared a few small plates and a pasta: roasted broccolini, garlic and goat cheese, burrata caprese, bread service, and cacio y pepe with added grilled chicken. Everything was paced perfectly. They don't offer complimentary bread, so the bread service was a late add when our server suggested it. The bread was really good and piping hot out of the oven. Everything we ordered was delicious, felt well balanced, and was the perfect amount of food for two. My favorite bite was probably the garlic and goat cheese. The simple grilled chicken was also unexpectedly a standout. They have a decent drink selection, and we both went with a glass of red. Service was very friendly and attentive, and our food was brought out one at a time, so we were able to enjoy each dish fully without being overwhelmed with too many at once. Highly recommend and wouldn't hesitate to come back next time we're in Michigan. read more
Went here for my friend's bday with our girls! Our server was Izzy and she was super sweet and helpful. We shared the calamari for an app and it was nice and crispy and the sauces were yummy as well. I ordered the Pasta Alfredo and added chicken and it was delicious. The chicken was soo good and crispy. Everyone else also enjoyed their pastas and pizza. We got the complimentary birthday dessert which was some sort of Nutella pastry which was yummy but the bday girl couldn't have that so we ordered the tiramisu. It was their take on a tiramisu and it was okay I've had better. Our check was able to be split so she gave us an option to split it into two cards but looking back this didn't make sense to do because everyone ordered different things and makes it more confusing to pay each other back. Also don't love that bread service is charged. read more
9 months ago
Ottava Via just gets better and better every time we have it! We went for lunch this time and couldn't help but get the same dishes we had last time- it was just so good we had to. Again 10/10!! From the moment we stepped in it was just perfect. Friendly and helpful staff, very clean, cozy and inviting atmosphere, and incredible food and drinks. They make a really great lemon drop too! The Cacio E Pepe was extremely flavorful and the bucatini was cooked perfectly, and the same thing goes for the chicken Alfredo. The other star of our meal was the Garlic and Goat Cheese small plate- WOW. I could've made an entire meal out of the goat cheese and garlic itself! It was so good I didn't want to stop eating it! We ended our meal with a Nutella and raspberry panini dessert and it was delicious. I can't recommend Ottava Via enough! Their prices are good too. read more
6 months ago
Going with 4 because I cant fully give a 3 or 5. Visited on the 31st for lunch. The greeter wasnt super friendly but maybe the dreary day was getting to him but because he was in a conversation with someone when we arrived he looked pestered. Our server was friendly and attentive. The food was spectacular! We enjoyed their tuscany potatoes and several pasta dishes as well as a tiramisu roll-up which was like a swiss roll. Prices were reasonable and it seems like everyone was happy with portions except me, but that could just be me. The seating area has worn-but-warm feel to it, some little knick-knacks could go but overall it was nice. Table was clean on top but could use some detailing on the edges. I did observe a man working the bar serving a woman who I believe ordered a soup, when he was at the kitchen station to pick up the food he grabbed a spoon, inspected it, and polished it with his thumb instead of a cloth and gave it to the customer for her meal. I was pretty grossed out by that but didn't bring it to anyones attention, which I probably should have. They also have a cool courtyard with seating, a wood stove, and two bocci lanes read more
The service was great. The food was okay. My mocktail was a little bitter but after a shot of simple syrup I was able to drink it. The pasta was a decent portion. I couldn't even eat half. I really enjoyed sitting outside as it was a little chilly in the restaurant. I saw my first black squirrel while eating lunch. He even got super close to my foot. I almost left my hot plate . read more
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This place is a hidden gem!! I came here for my birthday dinner and it was amazing. My cousins loved it too and told me it was a great choice!! We got the calamari, the truffle pasta, the penne alla arrabbiata pasta, and the salsiccia pizza. It was really good and fresh! The place was also very pretty too and very cozy. I would recommend coming here!! read more
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1400 Michigan Ave
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How is the pasta?
To be honest, I love this restaurant, but their pasta is not the best! The Margherita pizza is my fave along with small plates: shrimp, bruschetta, broccoli.
Do they have vegan food options? Examples?
I know they have great salads - beet salad (personal favorite) and a delicious carrot medley appetizer. I'm sure there are other options as well.
Is this place kid friendly?
I see it as perfect for a special date or a celebration for the office. It;s a wonderfully welcoming place. but there are no booths to corral little ones and the wonderful flavors tend to be rather too sophisticated for the average kid's palate. I…
Do they have vegan cheese?
I do not believe so but you might want to call to confirm
Where is this located and do you have a menu?
http://ottavavia.com/ The menu and location are on the website!
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