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Otto's, Covington, KY

Otto's

4.9 (1885)
$31 to $50
American
521 Main St, Covington, KY 41011-1329

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Opened in 2003, Otto's serves American and Southern inspired fare in the heart of Covington's Mainstrasse.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Covington
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 1,885 people are saying

Otto's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Best Value

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    American

  • Cincinnati

    Best Value

  • Cincinnati

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Otto's offers a charming dining experience with "excellent food" and "outstanding service." Known for its Southern-inspired American menu, it features standout dishes like fried green tomatoes, braised short ribs, and halibut. The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff make it a "perfect spot" for special occasions or a casual night out.
1,885 Reviews
  1. Laurie VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yum! Yum! We came for brunch and it was delicious! I had the eggs Benedict and the cheesy grit cake that was the base was so good! My husband had the casserole which was excellent and our cousin had the chicken salad and loved it! Mimosa were superb and the Bloody Mary rocked! We will be back!

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  2. Aleta

    Cincinnati / Dayton10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Otto's is Covington's gift to those who love very, very good food, served consistently and without pretense in a warm and convivial space. We've never had anything but wonderful dining experiences here, and out-of-town guests always adore the place. It doesn't get much better than this people.

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  3. Stephanie

    Charlotte1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall experience was good - brunch was tasty, service was pleasant, and atmosphere was well decorated. Only grievance is we had just gotten married and we let the server know and the restaurant did nothing to celebrate our very special occasion. Would come back, but not running.

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  4. Linda

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small venue which is a plus for us! Food is amazing. Husband loves the braised short ribs. Tender and flavorful. I had halibut it was delicious. Staff were attentive and friendly. The noise level is high. This is are go to fine dining restaurant.
    Otto'sResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Linda! We're so flattered that we're your go to fine dining restaurant!!! That's a huge deal to us. I'm so glad that the food and service were great on the day of your visit. Thank you for continuing to support us and giving us this amazing review! We'll see you next time. -Alex, General Manager

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  5. Gregg

    Cincinnati / Dayton3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Our server was incredible and the food was perfect.

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  6. Jeni VIP

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always !!! One of the top dining experiences in this area
    Otto'sResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Jeni! Thank you for being a great regular!!! I'm so glad we didn't disappoint on Friday night. We'll see ya next time! :) -Alex, General Manager

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  7. James VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Excellent food and service! Charming space in the heart of Mainstrasse
    Otto'sResponded 3 days ago
    Hi James! Thank you so much for sharing your great experience with us! I'm so glad we hit the mark on food and service on the day of your visit. Hope you can stop by again. -Alex, General Manager

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  8. Tom

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Otto’s was jammed-packed when we arrived at 7:30 pm on a Wednesday, which was a very auspicious sign. The menu is short but really well-chosen and features American food with a Southern touch. The ambiance, food, drinks, and service were all great.
    Otto'sResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Tom! What an outstanding review! I'm thrilled to hear everything was great on the night of your visit, despite being pretty busy! We have an excellent brunch and lunch as well. Thank you so much for your positive feedback. We hope you can return soon! -Alex, General Manager

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  9. Jenny

    Cincinnati / Dayton4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu is small, but the food is delicious. Very nice atmosphere.
    Otto'sResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Jenny! Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Stay tuned, we're looking to spruce up our menus soon. We have a new culinary director that's excited to offer more specials as well! -Alex, General Manager

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  10. Michael VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Always great service at the bar w their fantastic halibut and side of Brussels.
    Otto'sResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Michael! Thank you for sharing your experience! I'm so glad Chad gave you great service on the day of your visit. Hope you can come back and sit at our bar again soon! -Alex, General Manager

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FAQs

Otto's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 491-6678.

Otto's is rated 4.9 stars by 1885 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Google Map for Otto's

521 Main St, Covington, KY 41011-1329

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Covington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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