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    Otto's

    4.5 (640 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Sixteen bricks brioche French toast and potato cake
    Ebony P.

    We sat outside because it was such a beautiful day. There's actually a good amount of outdoor seating. Very friendly staff and clean establishment. The food is very good! I ordered the 16 bricks brioche French toast and a potato cake. The potato cake had lots of flavor. I'd eat 3 more of those! There's street parking and parking lots around the restaurant. There is only one small bathroom but it's clean! Will definitely return!

    Donut!  Highly recommend!!
    Jonathan S.

    What a great breakfast spot! Ate here after the Flying Pig Marathon, so was a little more hungry than usual.... I recommend coming here any time, as the service was excellent and the vibe was just what you want for breakfast (get the Bloody Mary). Beautiful spot.

    Mari B.

    Hands down just hit the top of the list! Everything was delicious service amazing and the place was cute. We got the Fried Green Tomatoes, Burrata and the Brussels Sprouts to start and the flavors hit every bite. The crunch on the fried green tomatoes was amazing along with the sauce, was a great balance of flavors. The toast for the burrata was a perfect combination of crispy and soft and the Brussels sprouts no words... mouth still watering writhing this review, definitely the best ever. Even though already stuffer we split the salmon and the short ribs. WOW!!! Salmon was cooked perfectly and pair well with the sauce, I'm newly to enjoy the sweet potato fries and they were a perfect combination of crunch and fluffy, can't explain it; just try it. Shortly ribs amazing as well .

    Brussel Sprouts
    Chloe W.

    We had made reservations for 8:00. When we walked in, there were a couple people still waiting for their seat at the bar. It was very crowded and not much room to wait around. I felt cramped and thought oh gosh this food better be worth it. It was!! We sat at the bar, i didn't feel like i was sitting on top of the person beside me. There was enough counter space and the bartender was great. He made awesome recommendations. We started off with the cornbread (it was a little too done for me around the edges but the middle was great ) the brussel sprouts were AWESOME. I got the short ribs and they were just amazing. My fiancé got the scallops and those were phenomenal. We will definitely come back.

    Short ribs
    Glenn C.

    Went for my wife's birthday. We had never been there before. She found it while looking for a special place. Otto's has been there for 20 years. It was fantastic! Food and Service were Great! The only negative if you can call it that is a small changing menu. We were very happy with the options. We had fried green tomatoes and flat bread pizza. My wife and son had the Watermelon gazpacho soup while I had the Salad. Both very good. I had the filet cooked perfectly medium with asparagus and finger potatoes. My wife had the scallops and son had the short ribs. No complaints from any of all. Sauces were correctly paired with each. Finished off meal with birthday cheesecake. Smaller restaurant in an old house with large bar and outside seating. Street parking or garage next door. You won't be disappointed.

    Menu
    Michelle B.

    Quaint, small restaurant in what appears to be an old home. Don't let it's size dissuade you, this place is a gem! The menu is limited, but what they serve is absolutely fantastic. Beautiful art lines the wall and the bar is enshrined with historic decanters. One shelf holds a group of British Kings' Guard soldiers stoically standing watch over patrons sipping their cocktails at the bar. I had the soup of the day which was watermelon gazpacho, a flavor of gazpacho that I had never had. It was amazing: sweet, cold and with a bit of a kick. Lovely starter for a hot evening in Covington. Our table also had the infamous fried green tomatoes- which were phenomenal and the flatbread with "BRIE, FIGS, SHAVED COUNTRY HAM, MICRO GREENS, LOCAL HONEY" I ordered the scallop entree which came with roasted asparagus and shitake mushroom risotto. That night the menu featured just two desserts: pecan bread pudding and cherry cheesecake. Had the latter, which was nice, but nothing exceptional. Lovely dinner at a very cute restaurant that has been running for a few decades. Check it out!

    The best Sea Scallops I've ever had
    Sonam P.

    I can't believe I've never been here until now. Tucked away in Covington, this hidden gem has delicious food and atmosphere. We sat outside as it was a gorgeous night. Everything on the menu sounded amazing so I had a hard time choosing but went with the scallops. I have to saw my plate was licked clean. Every bite of the scallop was tender and melted in your mouth. The risotto was unlike any risotto I've had. I wish I had more because every single bit I tried to savor and have it last. I've had many mushroom risottos but this had asparagus and the creaminess was perfection. The smoked tomato aioli added so much flavor to the scallops and risotto. I could have rated another one of these dishes because it was such an experience. However, I left room for dessert. They were not joking when they said a generous portion of carrot cake. This 3-tier cake was exactly what I needed to end the night. Rich and creamy and moist in every bite. Our waitress was very friendly and efficient. We got served drinks and our orders taken right away. If you sit outside you're right next to a busy street so it can get loud but is a bit more spacious than inside. I will definitely be back here to try all the other menu items I didn't have that all sounded amazing.

    The cover of the menu at Otto's 2025.
    Richard C.

    We have been to Otto"s many times over the past 20 years to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries. We consider Otto's the best restaurant in Cincinnati. There are many good restaurants in this area, but Otto's works best for us. It is like one of those cute, unpretentious little restaurants in Atlanta, New Orleans, Charleston, etc., that is a hidden gem that serves WONDERFUL food, and has WONDERFUL service. We found Otto's shortly after moving to Cincinnati from Connecticut. For so many restaurants, over time they change because of new ownership, new management, changes in the kitchen, or a host of other reasons, and never for the better. I am happy to say that Otto's is just the same as we found it many years ago. Not many restaurants fall into that category. My wife is handicapped and I called to ask about how she could get up the two steps at the entrance. I was promptly told that the waitresses would help us. We were the first people to arrive at 11:25am (to beat the crowd). Karley, our waitress was the first person we met at the front door and along with the hostess they helped get Annie up the steps and to our table. All the ladies were wonderful, and the Chef, your food is truly amazing . As I looked around the restaurant I saw so many wonderful plates being delivered. One last thing. I no longer drink alcohol, but over the years I have had so many terrific, 4 Roses Manhattans (up) here, and if you like Manhattans. I think this is the house specials, not don't miss getting one here. Thank y'all very much for making this such a special "date" for two kids who have been married for 50 years. (And thank you Brigid and Steve).

    Chicken salad

    Really cute spot! Love the decor! My husband had the berry salad. And I had the chicken salad and corn chowder. Everything was delicious, but the chowder was the best!

    Lemon and blueberry pancakes with goetta
    Ariana B.

    My husband and I went here for Sunday brunch and it was great! The restaurant is beautiful. The service was good and attentive. There is a fairly cheap public parking garage just a few doors down that makes it very easy to get to. My husband got the lemon and blueberry pancakes and I got the Benedict. Everything was absolutely fantastic! We also got goetta for sides and it was delicious. This cute restaurant in Covington is worth a trip!

    Bourbon and vino
    Mark S.

    Fantastic food and overall experience. Definitely has the local feel of coming to Mainstrasse, Food was fantastic started with apps we had one of each! Muscles, cheese, and I forget the third. Dinners were great. Check out the pictures of the awesome presentation. Everyone was fully satisfied. This is a great little place with a cool vibe and even better food.

    Front entry

    Ottos is a special place full of eclectic charm and great vibes. Our servers were attentive and knowledgeable. The food was excellent. Good portion sizes with complex flavors incorporated into classic southern comfort food. I had the pistachio crusted halibut which was cooked to perfection and was a perfect balance of savory and sweet. I highly recommend Otto's for your next night out.

    Fried Green Tomatoes
    Jessica W.

    We had THE BEST dinner at Otto's last night. It was our first time there and it won't be the last. We sat in the back under the "two peas in a pod" painting the chef's wife made for him. (Their story is on the back of the menu.) Not gonna lie: I got a little (okay a lot) verklempt. Finding a good partner is hard enough as it is, but finding someone who believes in you and encourages you to follow your dreams...that's some super special, once in a lifetime ish. The food was also good. Actually, the fried green tomatoes were delicious. The carrot salad was freaking fantastic. My scallops?? Bury me with that risotto. I can't recommend them enough. ‍

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    Amazing brunch yesterday and thanks to the very nice waitress that ran down the street to give me my sweater l forgot We will be back

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    Interesting menu, and the food is always pretty decent. It's very small though. The reservations are hard to get.

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    The blueberry pancakes are amazing. Spicy Bloody Mary was on point. Highly recommended.

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    Hours on Sunday?

    10 to 2:30, then 4 to 9

    Will I need reservations for Sunday brunch?

    Reservations would be good idea.

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