Otto

Excellent pizza. Crust was thin with perfect crispiness. The eggplant on our pizza was not breaded or oily. It was perfect with the red peppers, garlic, onions, and basil leaf. The outdoor dining was under a tent with woods around half of the tent. A great place. Can't wait to return.

What a fantastic first visit to Otto Pizza. Have been meaning to check them out for a bit and so glad I did. First, outdoor seating seems like the bulk of their arrangement so keep that in mind. Friendly service, boy those waitresses hustle! Pizza was so flavorful and offered unique toppings. Great taste and dough. Would definitely return!

Otto Pizza in Chester, CT, delivered a delightful dining experience on a busy fall Saturday. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement, but the staff remained attentive and friendly, ensuring we had a memorable meal. We opted for the Meat Lover's pizza, loaded with bacon, sausage, meatballs, scarmorza, mozzarella, and herbs. The combination of flavors was simply outstanding. Each bite was a symphony of savory goodness, with the meats providing a hearty foundation and the cheeses adding a creamy richness. The herbs added a refreshing touch, balancing the richness of the toppings. For a lighter option, we also tried the White Meatball pizza with greens. The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the greens added a fresh, crisp element. The combination of flavors was surprisingly refreshing and satisfying. Overall, Otto Pizza in Chester exceeded our expectations. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was inviting. We would definitely return to try other items on their menu and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great pizza experience.

We're from New Haven so pizza is never comparable. I ate here many moons ago when it first opened, before the back tented eating space. The pizza is ok. It's definitely not the best pizza as you read from other reviews. I assume those people are from places where the pizza is horrible. The problem with Otto is the fact that it is run by children. The service is slow, they are way overwhelmed, and there is no leadership. The River Tavern is one of our favorite restaurants. Otto is not a 'sister restaurant', it's more like a special needs cousin restaurant.

Very good pizza consistent place the salads are very good and fresh. Staff is very nice.

Otto in Chester has all the makings of a great pizza spot, with a cozy atmosphere and a menu that promises big flavors. And on that front, they deliver. The toppings are fresh, and the flavor combinations are nothing short of amazing, making each bite a delight for your taste buds. However, there's one aspect that might leave pizza purists a bit disappointed—the undercarriage. While the flavors are top-notch, the crust was so soft that it was nearly impossible to pick up a slice without it folding under the weight. It’s the kind of pizza that’s best tackled with a fork rather than your hands, which might not be what you're expecting when you crave a classic, foldable slice. Despite this, if you don’t mind breaking out the silverware, Otto offers a flavor experience that’s well worth a visit. Just be prepared for a pizza that's more sit-down than grab-and-go.

Greek salad was awesome, very fresh, a little bite Meatlovers and Margherita pies were great too...love a little charred crust! Outdoor dining under (or outside) the tent is great. Inside is cozy in the fall...

Fantastic! Some of the best pizza I've ever had! Great specialty pizzas to choose from. Inside was a little small but when it's warmer outside they seem to have additional seating outside. Will definitely be back for that

Amazing! Great server whose name I should remember but didn't. Their recommendation of the meatball pizza was a home run. Sorry we don't snap a picture of that. Eggplant pizza (pictured) was very good, no shortcomings there at all but try e meatball took center stage. Roasted olives for an app were delish. Save room for tiramisu! Wine list is short and to the point, very well curated with plenty of esoteric but approachable wines from smaller producers that compliment the food menu well. Would definitely make time to visit again.

Finally made it inside, last time I came they had been closed. It's warm and inviting and they have a very clean bathroom. My white pie was tasty, but there's def some red pepper flakes that will wake up your taste buds. Reminds me of naan a bit, actually. My polar espresso drink was good, loved the twist of lemon in it. My friends also enjoyed their pizzas so it was a great time here tonight for sure.

We've been to Otto multiple times now and we have loved every experience. Lovely staff and space. Great Neapolitan-ish pizza. Has a good char and great chewy dough. We've loved the variety of toppings we've tried. In the warmer month they have a huge outside space under a tent. The indoor space is a little tighter for winter so be mindful, but it's one of our favorite stops in Chester.

Really good! Enjoyed their margarita and their pepperoni the most, and their Greek salad is also great. Really solid all around and a charming spot right in the heart of town.

So you've stopped by Little House to grab a beer but now you're hungry, where should you go? Otto of course! Hands down the best pizza in the area but even better when it's just steps away from great beer and ice cream. I'll warn you now - it is HOT in here. You could wear shorts and a t shirt in the middle of winter and still be comfortable by the oven. But I'm not mad about it, watching them make the pizzas adds to the ambiance and appeal of this small pizza shop. And even though it isn't fancy inside don't let that discourage you - the pizza here is anything but cheap! The dough and crust is amazing. The flavors they pack into each bite of the pie is top tier!! I've never tried a pizza here that I didn't like but pepperoni is definitely my go to. So much flavor! Service is great too, very attentive and everything is ready pretty quick - even on a busy Friday night. They give you large containers of water to serve yourself (you'll need it sitting by the fire lol). They have great local beer on tap, mixed drinks, and wine by the bottle. I literally couldn't ask for anything more. Any time I'm in the area I'm stopping at Otto!

Recommended: Absolutely, for both the pizza and the atmosphere. Overall: A delightful surprise with its inviting ambiance and scrumptious pizza. Snapshot: Food: 5/5 Drink: 4/5 Vibe: 5/5 Service: 5/5 ‍‍ Family-Friendly: 4/5 Highlights: Perfect For: Enjoying high-quality pizza in a picturesque setting Don't Miss: The Margherita pizza, boasting a perfect balance of flavor Bonus Tip: The outdoor garden patio provides a serene dining experience All The Details: Stopping by Otto Pizza after a theater visit in a nearby town turned out to be a wonderful decision. The atmosphere of the place was a fantastic surprise, providing a beautiful outdoor setting that felt like dining in a garden. The tent and seating by a charming brook accentuated the small-town charm of this excellent pizza shop. The pizza itself was slightly thicker than the iconic New Haven style but did not disappoint. The Margherita pizza, in particular, was a standout, reminiscent of Worcester Street's famed offerings - flavorful, delicious, and beautifully balanced. It's definitely something I'd order again. Though the drink selection was small, it was well-curated, with enough choices to suit different preferences. The service was quick and friendly, adding to the overall pleasant experience. While we didn't have our daughter with us, the setting seemed very accommodating for families, with ample space for a stroller. I would wholeheartedly recommend Otto Pizza and am looking forward to returning, not just for the pizza but also for the delightful dining environment.

The food and the staff here are amazing. The dining is a little bit puzzling. Last visit the inside dining was not an option. It was only outside, which was fine until we were hit with torrential downpours.

Finally down to Chester to try Otto and some other nearby spots! We came down on a beautiful Saturday evening with our dog and was excited to see their tent area was open! Tons of outdoor seating and didn't have to wait very long for a table. They were pretty busy so the service was a bit slow, but we came with the expectation of hanging out so it wasn't a bother to us. We started with the fennel salad which I've never had something like this before and I loved it! You could tell the dressing was made fresh. I could have eaten this as a meal with a little bit if chicken! Definitely my highlight of the night! The pizzas were also so tasty and filling. We got (2) smalls which were 14" - coal fired, charred crust. Wish we got the Margherita after seeing all the pics on here! The Broccoli Rabe & Sausage was my favorite but almost had too many toppings to love it. You can grab some pizzas here and bring them over to Little House Brewery which is what we want to do next visit!

I really enjoyed the pizza Otto makes. I had a small meat lovers and ate the whole thing! (Although I shouldn't have done that in one sitting--carb overload). The dough is really fresh and the ingredients were tasty. It was chock-full of pepperoni, sausage, and fatty bacon pieces. It was surprisingly not as greasy as it sounds. Pizza was thin in the base and a thick, airy crispy crust. We also got a small simple cheese pizza which was great in its own right. Service was friendly, speedy, and attentive. The pizza's came out quite quick at 5pm on a Friday. The place fills up pretty quick, but if you have to wait it is worth it. They serve some great local brews like Deep River's own High Nine, "Hop Glop" which was outstanding.

Otto is always our go to for pizza. The best in the area for sure. I love their simple but perfect margarita pie! And I love the buffalo chicken when it's on menu. During the warmer months the outside patio/tent is a blast to have a cocktail!

Why don't you recycle the enormous amounts of bottles you use? I sat and watched dozens of bottles just thrown in the trash! SHAME!

Good Neapolitan. Bravo. Need to go back for the basic Margherita but their meat lovers was great. I I

Excellent pizza and atmosphere. Outdoor tent was great and the wait staff was very attentive. We had a pre show dinner and then walked to the Terris Theatre. Wonderful (Just wish they used glass instead of wasteful plastic for water glasses )

Pizza is outstanding. The wine is a total ripoff. The servers are pleasant and eager to please. On a warm day/evening the covered back outdoor area is lovely. Go... just don't order vino. 16 bucks a glass (plastic) for mediocre Chianti.

Very friendly service, I love servers that come to the table with a smile every time. It was a small, cozy establishment that made you feel at home. We got the meat lover's, veggie lover's, and chorizo pizzas. The meat lover's pizza was voted the best unanimously at our table. I would visit again, just make sure to bring some sort of antacid.

New news: I reviewed my credit card statement and I was grossly overcharged for my meal. Our ticket was $25.76, we left $5 and change to make it $31even. We were charged $46.76! Someone treated themselves to a $21 tip. Classy. Don't worry, management was notified via email and the lukewarm response didn't even include an apology although I was told it would be resolved tomorrow.

Food was good, not over the top. Excellent variety of flavors and toppings making unique pizzas. Sat outdoors, cute area with flowers. Service was a bit slow. Our waitress disappeared but another noticed and helped us out...

It seems strange to me that an area of the country where the best pizza already exists a business tries to do California/Artisan thin crust pizza. It was good (not fair), but all the pizza places around it are so far better. If you're from the area then it makes some sense that you might be bored with the same great pizza places and want to try something new. But, if you grew up here and live in Phoenix (New LA), flooded with California/Artisan thin crust pizza, it was as expensive as the great Artisan pizza in Downtown Phoenix at CIBO's, the most expensive pizza I had in four months in Connecticut, the service was slow for the price, and the patrons were loud and quite obnoxious. The place is too small and crowded so you are forced to hear their very private, not-for-public ears conversations. Connecticut has the best pizza in the world, a blend of Boston and New York. I go home just to eat pizza and seafood. Otto's will not last unless the obnoxious patrons of the New Yorker Renaissance that are invigorating the shoreline take a fancy to it. Maybe that will be their niche, but as a native it's a place you go to when you get bored of great pizza or are not originally from the area. Californians will be disappointed.

Options were minimal on a Sunday evening with a few restaurants already closed for Labor day weekend. After a brief walk we decide to try Ottos. However we felt unwelcome with each second our reservation being pushed back by 30 mins. The hostess first said, we would have a 30 min wait, then was told they could get us a table on a rainy day with no shelter and were discouraged you do it, as we refused that, our 30 min wait time is now 90 mins. We felt discouraged and felt unwelcome and we still took the 90 min wait so we could go explore Chester more. We finally made it back to the restaurant and we ordered a salad and vegetable pizza. Salad was decent while the pizza was disappointing. The crust was soft and tasted more like a Naan (pita bread) from an Indian restaurant. The place may be overrated and is no comparison to the Otto in Boston and Portland. If you like Naan go for it and I like my Naan with chicken Tikka masala not with Veggie toppings....it's a personal choice and this wasn't one of mine.

For gluten-free people, there's not too many options. They needed more help when it came for waitresses. It was very busy there. You sit outside it was very hot. That night. The food is on the higher end for expense. The food I ordered was very good.

It used to be great. It's been going downhill quickly. I'll go back when they stop letting incompetent children run it.

I've been reluctant to post this because I don't want more people knowing about this great little spot. Pizza is as good as it gets around here (without heading to New Haven). Staff are all very friendly and it's fun to watch the pizzas get made in the months they allow indoor seating (don't understand why they don't allow it in summer?).

We returned to OTTO, early winter 2024 . . . [although an early Mentor in my career advised: "If you experience a great restaurant, Never Go Back."] . . . but we returned, and OTTO was even more perfect (if that is possible) than our first experience. It was COLD outside (I mean, really cold, -0 degrees and high winds) and OTTO was crowded with Beautiful Customers, at the bar, at tables . . . kids, old people, new families, rednecks, college professors, police, illegals -- you get the idea: Everyone! . . . everyone whose blood is red and who acknowledges pizza as the Perfect Meal. But the pizza -- OMG I swear the crust was still on fire and bubbling as it arrived at out table (the table of honor -- 'The Crossroads' of the dining area), and the stracciatella (liquidy-creamy Italian mozzarella-like [but better] cheese) and Fresh (they must have a garden out back) basil and tomato was as if from The Garden Of Eden. My wife and I are left-handed. Our OTTO Waitperson was left-handed. Coincidence? I don't think so. Perfection? Yes -- that's it!! We also had the fantastic seasoned and roasted Castelvetrano olives while we waited (briefly, perfect timing) for the pizza. And a Negroni cocktail and Montepulciano d Abruzzo wine. Meanwhile, the acoustic ceiling panels kept the noise decibels to a pleasant level of social enthusiasm . . . and the beautiful customers flowed in and around and out. I love OTTO.

Great atmosphere in a small, quaint town. Our pizza was incredible - we got 2 white pies, the mushroom and the four cheese/apple. The fresh herbs, flavor combos, and perfectly cooked crust make it. Would like to go back to sit in the outdoor section.

Excellent pizza, great crust and also great service. Are the pizza outside as the area is very rustic.

Such a great energy to this place. It is the right mix of everything - pizza, drinks, ambiance, friendly staff; a good "high-low" balance with high quality food but not too fussy. The outdoor area and indoor area are equally pretty. I'm local (Deep River) and Its my favorite place to bring people or meet fam/friends. Otto all the way!

Otto is an artisanal pizzeria that opened in Chester, Connecticut in late 2013. It was founded by chef Jonathan Rapp and Michelle Paulson. Rapp previously had success in the cozy Connecticut town when he opened the River Tavern in 2001. While that restaurant continues to do well, Rapp decided to get into the pizza business. With a menu that changes daily, Otto churns out wood-fired artisanal pizza with gourmet ingredients that range from roasted pears to scamorza. In addition to their delicious pies, Otto also serves up calzones, salads, and house-made tiramisu. I first visited Otto in July 2019. I had cycled to Chester to try out the beer at Little House Brewing Company, but first I wanted to grab some lunch to bring along to the brewery. Main Street in Chester has no shortage of eateries. My nose caught a whiff of pizza and it wasn't long before I found myself at Otto's front door. I walked inside the cozy pizzeria and looked over the menu. I decided to order a classic with a modern twist: a Margherita with fresh basil, mozzarella and stracciatella. Both of the cheeses were made by Liuzzi Cheese in North Haven, who are well known for their artisanal Italian cheeses. I had the pizza boxed, I fastened it on top of my saddle bags, and I cycled down the street to the brewery. I ordered a beer flight and enjoyed it with my pizza. The sauce was a little sweet, the basil tasted really fresh, and the cheeses were so creamy. Excellent pizza! Otto's pizza is a lot like the artisanal pies that they are making in Italy today. I'll definitely go back if I find myself on Main Street in Chester.

Just a favorite. We went down today to enjoy the Chester Farmer's market and then headed over to Otto's. Sitting at the counter we get to watch the food being prepared. I like to time the pizza going into this amazing wood fire stove. We shared a caeser salad, fresh, tart sharp and amazing cheese but nothing over powering. We shared the pizza and my half had a bit of the spicy pepperoni and we both enjoyed he the fresh basil. Don't get me wrong - we like the tables by the windows to - and watch the world go by! Every time we come hear, we remark on how friendly and welcoming the staff is. They help you with the wine choices, talk with great caring about the menu and make you feel most welcome. I have two favorite restaurants - they are both in Chester and it turns out - same owners - No surprise to me this is so good.

One of the best pizza crust I have ever tasted. Nice outdoor seating for night dining!

Waitress was lovely. Pizza very good. The eggplant parm was not good. Watery and served in a to go container. And tasteless. Hopefully this will remedy.

EXCELLENT, want to go back next time we are in Connection! Best pizza ever Even leftovers were good too

Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Not to mention some killer pizza. Couldn't recommend coming here any more.

If you're looking for authentic style, pizza run away . My wife and I live in Chester Connecticut and this is the second time we've tried Otto's . on both occasions the pizza was burned. I mean black. When I say burned, the top was burned the sausage was burned, but for some reason the pizza was raw I don't understand how you can do this. We have been to Italy several times and know what good pizza is and this is not that.

The food here is very good. We ordered pizzas and even the plain cheese was excellent. We waited a LONG time for our food -- something about a large party that arrived right before we got there. That put a damper on things. I felt like maybe they could have thrown the kids extra sodas as compensation. Pizza was excellent though. Outside has a cool vibe.

What can I say other then awesome! Everyone talks about New Haven pizza(which I love) but driving there parking and waiting in line.... and it honestly is not any better then Otto's. A group of our friends joined us here and it was fantastic. Pizza is on point the staff were extremely friendly and the Greek salad was the best salad I have ever had hands down. Give it try but don't tell to many people I don't want to wait in line.

So we have LOVED this place before but Tonight was disappointing. We are chalking it up to being busy? The oven was too hot?? I'm not sure but the bottom was burnt and top not cooked. My Mozzerella was not melted. Our wine came in water glasses .. bummer and at eight dollars a glass .. sad. I know sounds snobby. The first pizza came out way ahead of other but we didn't get it until the other was done. We watched it on counter( wrong size too) for Far too long. They cooked us another at correct size. We will give it another try though because other times were so good we drove 45 minutes for it!

Otto Yes, this is long, but I feel it's important. I don't like to do bad reviews; it's even more difficult as I like "sister" restaurant River Tavern (see my review). The difference is if River Taven service lacks or a dish went wrong, I will always go back I will NEVER go back to Otto. In the movie Animal House Otter sitting next to Mandy in a lunchroom booth tries to convince Mandy to repeat a secret "hookup." Realizing Otter won't go away Mandy says, "Otter don't flatter yourself; it wasn't that great" In disbelief Otter mouths the words "Not that Great?" Sitting in Otto for the last time, all I could see was Otter and Otto mouthing the words "Not That Great?" I know Otto's finds its way onto the top 20 pizza places in Connecticut, I know they have a following, and I know some of the staff believes it's a diner's "honor" to eat at Otto. For me, well OTTO "It's Not That Great." Living local provides the opportunity to dine at places before the Summer Crush. Arriving in the off-season without a reservation we were seated outside on a chilly night. Once seated we are told by the "Head Seater Person" "You have 45 minutes to order and eat" then left us with our mouths open in disbelief. So, we waited, in fact we waited so long we earnestly ask the late arriving waitress "When does our 45 minutes start." When we had to wait again to get our food cleared for dessert we asked again about the 45 minute "eat and leave" edict. The tiramisu was very good no one was waiting for a table What was to be my last visit I made a reservation for 7:45p. Arriving 5 minutes early, we were told they were getting our table ready. 7:45, 7:50, 7:55 and at 8p we were told (truth always truth) "We are getting your table ready (he was pointing to somewhere outside towards the back) but it's going to take a few minutes, or I can seat you now to start eating immediately." As you ponder this statement as I did, the decision was to sit "now, eat immediately" instead "waiting of a few minutes." We were ignored for 17 minutes-harsh? We successful flagged two employees in addition to some quick looks, but no one came to the table. The waitress finally arrived to just take our drink order - we ordered everything: guacamole, small Caesar salad, 2 small pizzas, an Asian shrimp salad. Not sure how long it took apps to come out but know I was able to walk up the street to fabulous Honeycombs Craft Ice Cream, with a line, order a drink and bring it back just after they served the apps. Eating the apps, we were told that Otto ran out of small pizza dough, so one of our pizza's would have to be a large. One pizza and the shrimp salad came out, the large pizza arrived as the first two dinners were almost gone. Trying to pay & leave we were charged for the large pizza; only after we pointed this out did they change the bill with another apology. The one bright spot at Otto is Cory- she is hardworking, attentive, polite, down-to-earth and gracious. Cory buses tables, runs (really) to get heaters from River Tavern, fills water - well just about everything. Cory is unpretentious and humble, which makes her stand out from the pretentious at Otto - maybe it's time to allow Cory to greet and seat, then we would be told the truth and we would feel welcome instead of honored. I gave Otto's 6 visits: The pizza is thin dough and each and every time the dough was limp and soggy (see pizza piece photo) so when you cut the pizza the "crust" pulls with the knife. Ordered the egg pizza 3x and it was bland and underwhelming (see Camille's outstanding Bacon and Egg pizza). My first visit I ordered their eggplant casserole, and it was very tasty, a solid dish; I ordered the same casserole on visit 4 and - no lie - it was horrible, not a little off, but so bad I lost my appetite - they were apologetic, training new chefs, took it off the bill and made me a new one to take home which no one eat. The apps are an afterthought as I'm not sure what "made to order" guacamole is (see picture). See the food here is ok but not great; and some staff - again, nothing like at The River Tavern - treat patrons like it's some kind of honor to be seated at Otto - guess what, it is not.

Meat Pizza and eggplant casserole! The sauce is incredible! I was completely impressed by how fresh everything tasted.

Met friends at Otto for lunch today. Sat outside under the tent. It was a lovely afternoon. Hubby and I were there first and had looked at the menu, our friends had only been there a few minutes when the waitress approached us and rather rudely we felt asked "what are you having" (rather than something like 'can I get you something to drink'.) she seemed a little put out that we said we had to look at the menu before we ordered our meal. The beers were good but the wine was served in plastic (reusable) glasses that don't look clean. Water was brought to us in a large plastic (disposable) bottle with plastic (disposable) cups. I did ask for more water and was surprised to see that there was a charge of $1 for the "bottled" water. We got one red and one white pizza and we all enjoyed them.

Delicious NY style pizza with fresh ingredients. We got take out so we didn't try anything else on the menu, but it looked appealing.

I love coming in here - especially as the weather gets colder. It's a cozy restaurant with ambient lighting and warmth emanating from the wood fired oven. It's a cozy spot and expect to wait around dinnertime and on the weekends. Arrive early as even "bar" seating is part of their wait list. You really can't go wrong with their ginormous pizza options. I would recommend the veggie option as it's loaded up, flavorful, and has that perfect crispy element to it. The margherita is delicious as well - always think you can try out the worth of a pizza by having the most simple version and it definitely lives up to it.

I hadn't been back to Otto in the last five years so I was delighted to find myself in Chester a couple weeks back. Otto was a must-go for lunch! It was past peak lunchtime so the restaurant was pretty quiet and we were seated quickly. My husband and I started by sharing a classic caesar salad, which was excellent, and selected a medium pizza to split. Tough decision here, as all of their pies look phenomenal, but we settled on a red pie with eggplant, red onion, basil, scamorza, and garlic. The pizza was absolutely amazing - great flavor combination with a perfect balance of ingredients. If Otto wasn't nearly an hour away I'd find myself here much more often. Still, it was wonderful to stop in after such a long time!

We stopped in for lunch and got two pizzas, guacamole and their brisket plate. The guac was under seasoned and basically smashed avocados lol. Pizza wasn't bad, I like the style and how it's baked but it still sealed the sauce was underwhelming. My brisket was a little dry but I did have slices from the flat and I've been smoking lots of briskets so I'm kinda picky anyway. Overall it's not a bad spot to stop and the ambiance is quite nice!

I went to Otto's Pizza on probably their busiest day of the month, the First Friday in Chester CT. I ordered at about 7:30 and pizza was done by 8:25. (Faster than estimated time) I ordered two pizzas. They were both amazing. They were perfectly cooked and the waiters/waitresses were extremely nice and patient. The outdoor seating is very comfortable and pretty.

We absolutely LOVE OTTO! Take out or dine in you can choose. No reservations but you shouldn't have trouble or a long wait if you are a party of 2. There is bar seating and outdoor seating when the weather is nice. Drinks: beer and wine Appetizers: the hot olives are incredible and we get these every time. The shaved fennel salad is probably one of my top 5 salads over time and they will even split the salad for you if you mention you are splitting the dish. Sooo good. Dinner: they have 3 pizza sizes to choose from. Our all time favorite is your classic margarita or pepperoni. The pizza melts in your mouth as it is light and the brick oven texture of the pizza adds oh so much flavor. We also absolutely love getting the eggplant parm which is out of this world. I don't like eggplant but i eat this, ricotta, parm, red onions, basil, and eggplant all baked in the oven definitely get this. My husband and i normally get a medium pizza and the eggplant parm. Dessert: we have never been crazy about their tiramisu but teaches own.

Every time we visit our Chester family, we order pizza here. They have some very unique combinations of ingredients. We tend to favor the white pizzas, our favorites being mushrooms and caramelized onions or the egg, bacon and ricotta, although the meat lovers is awesome but I typically get outvoted. We have never eaten there, preferring to take it home and crack open a good bottle of wine, but the garden area is certainly inviting. We like to order the night before we leave, so we have some extra slices for the car ride back to Washington DC area. It's damn good cold the next day.

One of the best pizzas in the area! This isn't your football night pizza joint... it's gourmet, wood fired pizzas with creative, local, fresh ingredients (or at least whenever the toppings are in season). The crust is the perfect combo of crispy and still fluffy on the inside, which I prefer better than the NH pizzas. If it's your first time here and you're not very adventurous, get the pepperoni. Whether you're a fan of pepperoni or not, it's a million times better than any you've ever had! If you are excited to try something different, see if they have the one with corn on it, usually it's seasonal and it is my favorite! If they don't have that one, the four cheese prosciutto is also fantastic!

We ate outside which was great. Comfortable and casual atmosphere with happy and friendly service. The salad tasted like it had been picked out back five minutes prior to serving. SO FRESH! The croutons were fought over by my adult sister and her husband lol. We had several kids of pizza and all were better than any I've had in New Haven! And I love New Haven pizza! Thin crust but everything just tasted fresher. Delicious! Will be back often!!

Otto has by far the best covid-19 dining experience I've had thus far. Spread out tables, disposable dinnerware, a quick screening from the hostess, outdoor kitchen... they're following the best practices for dining during the pandemic. They must have put a ton of money into revamping the space in back. There is an enormous tent, outdoor kitchen, garden... it's beautiful. I hope they keep it this way long after covid, and honestly it's surprising they didn't use this space sooner since it has a great view as well. I don't need to tell you how good the pizza is, other reviewers have that covered very well! It's definitely up there with the top tier pizza places in Connecticut (which is an elite pantheon). Pizza is a very polarizing food, evident from some of these low star reviews, so be sure that you like the CT style (well done on the outside, soft on the inside).