Otto's German Bistro

We stumbled across this place while in Fredericksburg for an anniversary trip and so glad we did! It was delicious! Most people here seemed to be on a date so I’d say this is a little more romantic than your average restaurant. It was also packed, so I was optimistic, because I had no clue what we were walking in to. Make sure to take a trip to this upscale farm to table restaurant. You won’t regret it!

The food was great! I love the salmon poached egg toast (forgot the name of the dish)! The inside of the restaurant is a little crowded. If you have more than 4 people, I recommend you to sit outside. It was hard to move around with tight space between tables inside the restaurant. It’s right across the street from the museum. You can eat here and then go back to the museum if you like. Just remember to keep your ticket for re-entering the museum.

I ordered sausages as an appetizer — they were delicious and not too salty. Another dish was chicken — tender and tasty. The duck was decent, and it paired well with red wine. The food didn’t take long to arrive. The servers didn’t come over too often, which I liked. The restaurant opens at 4:00 p.m., and I arrived a bit early. Since it had just opened, I got in right away without a reservation — especially easy if you’re just 2-3 people.

The food was okay, some dishes worked better than others. There are several other German restaurants near by that have better food. The service was lacking, multiple tables were seated, order, received their food, and left, before we received our entrees. After about an hour of waiting after we ordered we received our food and were told they were short staffed, I didn't really buy this are we watched as other tables that were seated after us receive the same entree that we ordered. Additionally we were a party of two and waited about an hour to get our main entrees. In this time our server stopped by our table one time and we had to call someone over from the bar to check on our food. The atmosphere is nice and intimate, the dining area is quite small but nice. The size of the restaurant added to our frustration as there were only 8 tables in the main dining area and it seemed like we were just forgotten about.

The food tasted amazing. My steak and eggs were perfectly cooked and the steak almost melted in my mouth. My sauce hollandaise was cold, but I wasn't sure if it was meant to be like that. I wouldn't necessarily call it German food. (I'm German) There are some influences of it. Also, it's not those massive American portions, which I definitely liked. But the food is definitely delicious and high quality. The Schnitzel could have been a bit thicker, but overall, the husband was happy.

All I can say is wow. The duck schnitzel was incredible!! The sauerkraut balls were also very yummy. Also they have a dog friendly patio was is a plus! Highly recommend.

Otto’s German Bistro was fantastic. The service was excellent—attentive and welcoming without being overbearing. We sat in the covered patio, which had a great atmosphere, and enjoyed the duck schnitzel and clams—both perfectly prepared and full of flavor. It’s worth the short walk off Main Street, and I’m still thinking about that meal. Looking forward to going back!

5 Star Restaurant. The service and the food were amazing. Came here today with my wife and dad. The duck schnitzel, pork shank and wurst plate were so good. My pork shank was out of this world. The flourless chocolate cake was so tasty too. Great German beer selection.

Personable and professional service. Fantastic food. I thought the duck schnitzel was perfectly balanced and paired elegantly with the server's recommendation. I'm sure I'll be going home singing high praise for Fredericksburg , but most specifically for this restaurant.

Precursor: I'm from New York and have visited many "high end" restaurants. I have never written a negative Yelp review. Came to Otto's after a Sunday at the wineries with my Wife at about 6:00pm. With 2 people waiting and about 5-8 empty tables, the young host put us on a "maybe" list, even though the restaurant is open till 10pm. Tried ordering a bottle of wine at the Bar while we waited only to be rudely steered back to the host stand where he could take my order. Waited for about 45 minutes only to be seated outside with a ton of flies around and all over our food. We were handed a battery-operated fan to keep the flies away (it didn't work). My Wife and I watched them turn away customer after customer prior to 8:00 pm with half the restaurant still vacant as they were "no longer taking walk ins" as of 7:30. This should be marketed as Walk Ins only on Sunday nights if this is how they want to do business! Sadly the food was good, we ordered the Duck Schnitzel and Pork Schnitzel. Solid food, really poor experience. First poor experience I've had in a restaurant in probably 3-5 years - we are grateful people and not at all complainers. The employees at this restaurant were operating at a different level of rude. Too many friendly people and places in Fredericksburg to bother with these folks who clearly don't want to be bothered with you!

OK, folks, this is somewhat of a hard review to write because of the difference in the overall experience and that of the food. First the food: it was great! We started off with the flatbread and the sauerkraut balls and they were both amazing. Then my wife and I shared the wurst plate which had two sausages, potatoes, sauerkraut, and mustard. we would definitely go back for the food. Now for the bad...the overall experience, we chose to sit in the patio area because the inside was full... beware if you sit on the patio, you will be fighting flies your entire meal. You know the restaurant expects flies out there when they give you coasters to cover the top of your drinks, and they provide a little whirly fan to put in the middle of your table to try and keep them away. it really does not help that much. I've never been to a restaurant before where I've had so many flies we had to contend with. since we were visitors to South Texas, not sure if that's a Texas thing or the time of year or what, but it was really annoying. I think they should almost warn you if you want to sit on the patio that you're going to deal with flies it was that, annoying. Would definitely return for the food, but would also definitely sit inside!

We had made a reservation for 2. Really it was us plus our 7 month old. When we arrived, we were told that our infant counts as another person so they could not seat us. This is in spite of the fact that there are empty tables everywhere. The woman working the from was very curt/rude and very much did not care to accommodate us at all. We ordered food to go and those empty tables stayed empty the whole time. The food was good. The Ruben was classic and perfect. I liked the fact that there wasn't too much meat. The smoked salmon was also good. Nice sized portions and everything tasted fresh. Food was great. Service was awful. Child friendly: 2/5 Food: 5/5 Service: 0/5

While visited Fredericksburg, Tx., it was a must for me that I tried something German. I stopped by Otto's the first night I arrived, for a quick bite and a drink. I wasn't familiar with most of the dishes, so I played it safe and ordered the bread appetizer. Never had beet jam before, but it was pretty darn good! I love a good stout beer, so I asked the waitress what German beer she suggested. It wasn't what I expected, but it was actually tasty. The restaurant was quite intimate and cozy. The menu was a bit on the pricier side, so bring your coins, but it's worth giving a try.

Delicious! I ordered the half chicken dish (I don't know the name) and it had a smoky paprika glaze on it with some vegetables. It was very beautifully presented. They are updating their menu this week and I look forward to going back and trying some new things. The service was on par for a restaurant of this type. Small bar if you're interested, it's an intimate setting. Good for date night or a nice dinner party up to 6ish people.

For elevated high end German inspired cuisine, Otto's does not disappoint! After consulting Yelp for some dining options in Fredericksburg, Otto's came up as a highly recommended spot, and I see why! First and foremost, it is difficult to dine here at prime times, so make reservations ahead of time! Otherwise you'll be facing a two hour wait. The menu is concise yet varied, offering different proteins prepared and presented beautifully. I went with the popular and recommended duck schnitzel. Yum! I've had regular pork schnitzels in town, and honestly they were disappointing. This schnitzel was amazing! The coating was crispy, the meat was juicy, and the spatzel was tasty as well! I wasn't a huge fan of the cherry kirsch demi glacé. The sweetness of it was overpowering. I was able to sample some of the chicken paprikash, and it was flavorful and delicious! Theirs is served bone in as a small half chicken. The bread was also very good and made locally. Service was okay. Our server kinda disappeared after presenting our dishes, but I get that it was a busy night.

Wow, such a fantastic authentic German restaurant! We really enjoyed our meal and the service. The decor is so warm with beautiful wood and lower lighting. Started with the bread plate that offered an explosion of flavors and textures. Definitely use the black pepper and salt pinches after you slather it with butter and that yummy compote. For meals, the two schnitzels (Jagr and Duck) were extraordinarily delicious - perhaps eclipsing those I enjoyed in Germany. The chicken paprikash was a little on the salty side having been brined. The chocolate torte was very dense and heavy. We were thankful for the lightness of the brandied cherries. We loved this place!

I was pleasantly surprised by this German Bistro. Admitantly, I'm not a huge fan of German cuisine, but this place did not disappoint. It was also nice they stayed open a little later than other establishments later on weeknights since we had a difficult time finding dinner. I'll let the pictures speak for themselves... The food was very good, the service was on point, and the wine and cocktail list provided wonderful variety.

One of our dinner stops in Fredericksburg! Pros: The service and atmosphere were great! The servers were kind and the bartender was incredibly helpful answering all of our questions. The atmosphere was classy and warm. The food was GREAT! Some of the best German food I've had. The chicken was tender and the sauce on top was delicious. The fish (it was trout) had a great mustard sauce on it! Most of the sides were also delicious Cons: The potatoes were a little undercooked and tasted fairly basic. The German beer list was smaller than I would've liked.

A small house converted into a restaurant, across from the Pacific War Museum. The service was excellent and our waitress was knowledgeable about the menu. I enjoyed the flat bread which has a caramelized goat cheese taste and argula. My favorite was the duck schnitzel which was fried to perfection and has a great pairing with tart cherries and cabbage. We got the duck egg on top, but it wasn't worth the extra $4. The wurst plate was too heavy for me but had a good taste. The sauerkraut had a strong smell, but tasted ok. Wish we had a chance for dessert, but I was already too full from all the food. Worth a try if you are visiting Fredericksburg.

Fantastic. I recommend making a reservation. We did not, but they were able to seat us at the bar. We had the sauerkraut balls and a couple of delicious cocktails to start. I had the steak while my husband had the amazing duck snitzle. Service was great.

My husband and I spent a little over a week in Texas about a month ago, a few days in Austin, a few days in Fredericksburg/Johnson City, and a few days in San Antonio. Our dinner at Otto's in Fredericksburg might have been my favorite meal of the trip. First off, Fredericksburg's German heritage makes Otto's a particularly special place to have a fancy dinner when you're in Fredericksburg. What could be better than a great German meal in this town whose German roots are still visible in signage and culture and architecture? The restaurant is charming and comfortable modern (if you're looking for a more traditional German beer hall vibe, there are other places for that in town), and the service was fantastic (friendly, helpful, fun). But the food and drinks? Chef's kiss. We started with a mushroom soup (local wild mushrooms, mushroom stock, and fresh herbs), which I could eat once a week, and the Klopse (beef meatballs with caper gravy and beet jam), which was also really good. My husband got the duck schnitzel (delicious), while I had the Chicken Paprikash (really good - including the käsespätzle). Then we shared the Cambozola cheesecake (with candied pecans and crème anglaise). This was TO DIE FOR. Cambozola is a cow's milk cheese that's somewhere between a French soft cheese and Gorgonzola. Yes, you read that right. The cheese that they make their cheesecake with a little bit BLUE. And I am OBSESSED. Cheesecake can fall a little flat to me (maybe that's why the toppings and sauce become so important), but the slight funk in the cheese they use to make this dessert? It might have renewed my faith that cheesecake can be interesting and delicious. Our drinks were great as well (that wine list made it hard for me to choose). Overall, it was just an excellent meal - great service, great vibes, great food that you don't see on every menu. I can't recommend it enough.

My favorite restaurant during our visit to Fredericksburg. Everything was so, so good. From the moment we walked in, we felt very welcome and throughout the night we had really great service. To start, I got the hibiscus mule, which was good but just a little sweet for my taste buds. My friends split a bottle of wine, which we were conveniently able to cork and take home with us. For food, I'll start with our favorite - the ricotta gnocchi, which was *chef's kiss* and my second favorite dish was the scallops - also delightful! We also ordered bread, salad, and short rib, which were all good too but I have to say the chocolate dessert rounded out my top 3 - decadent and delicious. The outside patio seating was nice, and this restaurant is located a little off the main street so the vibe is a bit more relaxed. Even so, if it's peak hours, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation because it's not a hidden gem. All that to say, it's worth a stop if you're in Fredericksburg.

I can't believe I forgot to write a review for this spot! I have been here 3 times and I LOVE this restaurant. It is definitely my favorite restaurant in Fredericksburg. I've only been here for dinner though. First, reservations are a must. They tend to book up a few weeks in advance (esp on weekends), but the reservation platform (Tock) is easy to use. I absolutely love that they are dog friendly on their patio. Each time I've been here, they have been able to seat us promptly (once, they were even able to take us an hour before our reservation because we were so hungry). The freshly baked bread is absolutely delicious. Then, every time without fail I order the duck schnitzel and add a fried duck egg on top. It is SO GOOD. Every single detail on the plate has its place, and the different flavors and textures combine to make the perfect scrumptious meal. I have also tried the German sausages once. They were also very tasty, but the flavor is a little more monotone compared to the duck schnitzel. Highly recommend you try this place out!

Words cannot describe how wonderful our dinner truly was. Our waiter William was very accommodating. They have a wonderful wine list and great cocktails. The ambiance is very romantic with dim lighting and candle lighting. The food was amazing. I ordered the duck schnitzel it was absolutely delicious. Reservations are strongly recommended.

Had resos for 11 of us (actually 5 at 6pm and 6 at 6:30pm as this was the only way they would make the resos). We were seated right away on a nice outside porch. Our waiter "Harry" was excellent. Drinks were good. The food was excellent. Vichyssoise (a cold potato leek soup) was to die for--I wanted to lick the bowl. The salmon spread app was average but the Flammkuchen (flatbread with candied bacon, caramelized onion, arugula, Gruyere cheese) was excellent. We shared the duck schnitzel which was plentiful for 2. It was some of the best I've had (even in Germany, Hungary, etc). Thick, moist, not greasy, perfect breading and flavor. Desserts were huge and delicious. If we lived here otto's would become a staple.

My Girlfriend has a kitschy streak to her and wished to "Eat German in a German town." I was hesitant to indulge this wish and feared we'd be stuck eating microwaved chicken pot pies on our anniversary night, but I reluctantly agreed and we found "Otto's" to try. Otto's, as it turns out, is more than just chicken pot pies and Oktoberfest Lagers. In fact, I don't even think they have those things. We started with the $6 bread appetizer and were genuinely surprised when it came out as a large serving! After our entrees arrived, it became clear that Otto's has no interest in following the unwritten "Fine Dining Establishments Serve Small Portions" rule. My Duck Schnitzel came with delicious cherries, pasta, a cabbage sort of thing, a fried egg, AND a substantial portion of a duck. So if you're a value driven eater like myself, you can pay $26 for an entrée at Otto's without feeling the deep emotional pain that other restaurants' prices inflect you with. Otto's for lunch is also a great prerequisite to the Pacific War Museum. Walk across the street afterwards to burn not only your Otto calories, but the calories you've collected over the past 2 weeks (It's a rather large museum). I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Fredericksburg.

I think about this place in my dreams. When I wake up I have to shower because I'm sweating in sausage grease.

This place is awesome. Loved the brunch menu. I had the breakfast schnitzel and the rueben and cinnamon roll were also super deelish. I wish this place was closer to where I live but anytime I'm in Fredericksburg, I'm gonna try to go there.

The restaurant is highly rated in the area for some reason - I even saw a proposal here! The service was very attentive but the food was lackluster especially after waiting for an incredibly long time and for the price. The time between drinks, apps, entrees, and paying for the bill were so long in between they must be understaffed. I even went to the waitress to give her our credit card bc we wanted to leave and not be swarmed by flies. The staff were very apologetic about the amount of flies, as we were seated in the patio as indoors was full, despite the table fans they had to deter the flies. The flies must have evolved or something bc the fans did nothing. It got so bad all of my friends scarfed the food down asap because if the air was not disturbed within 0.5 seconds, flies would have started munching on our food. I'm not talking ~5 flies bothering us, I'm talking literally dozens of flies. It made me start to question the sanitary levels of the kitchen, especially as the bathroom also had flies! I have never seen so many, even in a chicken coop. Otto's should really invest in something to kill the flies because my rating would have been more neutral-good as opposed to 2 stars.

Service was great and my brunch meal, the Grosser Fruhstocksteller was amazing. The fresh homemade sourdough toast was topped with beet jam. It was delicious (having not had it before) and so was Otto's wurst! If I am ever here in Fredericksburg ago , this is where I would come again! They have a nice porch out front but the weather was a bit misty. Did notice a pile of clean lap blankets at the entrance for those who want to brave the chilly weather. Nice touch!

We decided to stop by to check out this place, while visiting Fredericksburg. We didn't have plans or reservations. It was early on a Friday evening, and got lucky to get a small table upfront. We ordered the flat bread as an appetizer and we both ordered the duck schnitzel. It's a breaded duck breast, topped with an optional fried egg. It's really a great combination. Presentation is beautiful and it comes with sauerkraut. Food was delicious. Atmosphere is very nice and service was good. We will be going back there next time we visit Fredericksburg.

This is a great place to have good German cuisine. We went without making a reservation, which is highly recommended, and the host worked tirelessly to accommodate us. The front porch seating was awesome. Small touches made for a great experience. We had two preteen young ladies with us and the waiters made them feel very grown up! Most importantly the food was superb. It is a little on the pricey side, but it was worth the cost!

Great restaurant option in Fredericksburg. Their menu is small and consists of German inspired dishes that have good flavor! You'll definitely want to book a reservation if you're intending to dine there. Our server was very friendly and helped make my friends' birthday dinner specia

Duck was good but pretty small portion for price. Flatbread was thin, cheesy, and crispy, but lacked toppings. Overall, if price isn't an issue they deserve 4/5.

When I made a reservation at Otto's I was required to use a credit card and was cautioned that there would be a $20 per person charge if I canceled less than 24 hours prior to the time of the reservation. The concern did not seem to translate to concern for customers. The reservation confirmation instructed that we would be allowed 90 minutes in the restaurant, so I expected that we would have prompt service. Approximately 55 minutes after placing our orders we still had not received our entrees and our waiter had not approached to advise us of a problem. We watched while others who had arrived after us received their orders and completed their meals. When we were finally able to get the attention of our waiter he came over and asked if we wanted to order dessert, oblivious to the fact that he had never delivered our entrees. After many excuses it became obvious that he had not placed the order with the kitchen. We then had to wait another 20 minutes or so to receive our entrees (the duck schnitzel was very good, but was spoiled by the poor service). Never once did the waiter refill empty water glasses or ask how we were doing. No adjustment was made to the bill and no "consolation option" was offered. I described our experience when I was sent a survey following our dinner at Otto's but have not received any type of response from the restaurant management. Fredericksburg is full of German restaurants - don't waste your money (or time) at Otto's.

Fantastic restaurant with a wide variety of options for the entire family. Visited this gem several months ago and was blown away with the flavor combinations. Me and my husband are huge foodies and we pretty much licked the plates dry here. Service was great, the waitress made fantastic recommendations. The restaurant is small and you probably need a reservation if you're dead set on eating here. We happened to walk in and the right time, they were booked solid but still found a little corner table for us to get cozy in for dinner. Highly recommend this restaurant if you're in the area, it's one you don't want to miss!

We made reservations on the patio for the evening since we had our dog with us. It was a little cold since we weren't seated next to a heat lamp, I'd recommend dressing warmly if it's cold outside. The service was kind, but a bit slow compared to what I'm used to. They also didn't really check in on us as often as I'd like (like to refill water). As for the food: Flammkuchen - they were out of bread and butter so we got this, $10 more! It was very tasty, just wish it were a tad thicker. I know Flammkuchen is supposed to be thin but this was just veryyyyy thin. Wurst plate - I really liked the wurst and the mustard, though it's not my cup of tea for a main dish. Chicken paprikash - I just felt the chicken could have used more flavor, and was a bit dry. The sides were ok... Jägerschnitzel - I would absolutely get this again! The meat was cooked perfectly and was crispy on the outside without feeling oily at all. Also looooved the Käsespätzle and red cabbage. If you're seeking some elevated German food this is a good option. Still not Germany, but close (and much more expensive unfortunately)

Really good food! Menu says they use local ingredients when possible. I had the jägerschnitzel, others had the duck schnitzel and the gnocchi. It's pricier but the food is tasty and portions are good. A good place to get some elevated German cuisine in Fredericksburg. Service was good! Recommend you make reservations or go early.

I had the wurst plate and was pleasantly surprised at its amount and quality. Would recommend visiting and enjoy some good German cuisine.

Came here for our last dinner in Fredericksburg, and glad we did as we had a great experience. We sat outside in their front patio - service was prompt and friendly. The patio is also pet friendly. We ordered the scallops to start - well cooked, felt it could be seasoned just a tad bit more but still good nonetheless. For mains my wife got the duck schnitzel and I got the half chicken - both were very good! The chicken definitely exceeded my expectation. For dessert we got the cheesecake - very rich and creamy! Perfect way to end the meal. You probably won't like it if you don't like blue cheese. Overall, this was a nice "upscale" dinner in town. Not a "wear a suit" place necessarily (I was wearing shorts and a sweater) but the food and service was top notch. Would definitely be back next time we're in town.

Always a delicious and first class experience. This evening we had Destiny take phenomenal care of my sister, husband and me. Loved the craft cocktails, artisan bread, otto's salad, duck schnitzel, and goat cheese gnocchi - followed by delicious chocolate cake.

My first visit was a few years back, shortly shy of the pandemic, just as lovely. The cottage is warm with raw wood beams and eclectic art, surrounded by a cozy patio for warmer months. I had a difficult time choosing where to sit (kindly offered a choice), with so many inviting options. I went straight for the Schnitzel - Duck, that is. It was luscious, richly moist duck, fried to a delicate crisp, topped with the most beautiful sweet-but-tart kirsch (cherry) demi-glaze to contrast and clean up all that glowing umami. I would have spent my 5 stars on these 2 components alone, but I stayed for dessert. A few notes for consideration - the spatzle would be more satisfying cut thicker, and with duck cracklins cooked in, creating more harmonized flavors. The rotkohl was lovely, but redundant and in conpetition with the (far superior) demi-glace. Alex was the best kind of server, always present when needed, never overbearing, knows the menu and his wine list. A trusted guide and friendly companion! Alex convinced me to abandon my chocolate addiction for the Cambozola Cheesecake (you read that right - it's a bleu cheese-cake), and I about fell out of my chair. It IS remarkable. Set aside all biases and order immediately! The bleu is gently aromatic, honeyed, caramel, just the right amount of funk to anchor the sweet, slightly chewy density of a traditional cheesecake with a properly toasty, crumbly crust. It's perfectly balanced between tradition and breaking all the rules - French and American - in high-school, we might have called it Franglais. MARRY HER! Quick note - clean up the presentation, and this will look AND taste like Michelin. Can't wait to return & try more. Fredericksburg is always full of delights, but this is my fave for German classics, dressed to the nines.

I loved Otto's. The duck schnitzel was incredible. Drinks were great. Our server was so sweet and helpful with recommendations. Would definitely come back if we are in Fredericksburg again!!

Food was really good and tasty. Super friendly staff and Nice interior. The schnitzel and bread were delicious

Terrible. Went there while visiting Fredericksburg. Thought it would be good to have German food. Unfortunately the food was awful. We tried the schnitzel, perogi, and duck. It was all overcooked and overpriced.

First off, we were late--more than the clearly stated 15-minute grace period, and I knew it. And they had just turned away the gentleman in front of us because they were fully booked. We missed our window by 2-3 minutes and the hostess was ready to enforce their strict, and justifiable rules, as this is very popular place in a relatively small space. But I politely (and pleadingly) explained that I had called to let them know we were on our way (we had underestimated the time it would take to explore Enchanted Rock), with our expected arrival time (their voicemail is a bit challenging), and had also responded to their earlier confirmation texts, so I wasn't being lax, and we were ready to walk away if we had to. But the very kind hostess managed to find us a space to squeeze us in, and even without this merciful act, this was the best meal of our 6 day trip to Fritz Town, and I would go back, just for the beautiful Duck Schnitzel! I've never had anything like it, and I still daydream about it. The combination of textures and flavors kept me from leaving the polite, obligatory last bite on the plate. I opted to look like a heathen and ate every last bit. Our server recommended adding the fried duck egg on top and you should do it if you order this dish. That's no yolk. My husband also claimed his Pork Paprika Schnitzel as his favorite dish of our trip. The Shokoreigel was delicious (such boozy cherries on top!), but even with my sweet tooth, it didn't outshine my duck dish. We also started with a super fresh and refreshing beet salad. Everything here was top-notch, the music was chill, and our server was upbeat, prompt and a pure joy at our table. And yes, there were empty tables throughout our stay. Empty tables don't mean open tables. If you don't have enough servers to take care of everyone, you can't book all of your tables full. We were happy that our server was able to take good care of us, and not running ragged. Book a table and be on time! You'll be so glad you did. You should go here!

So very disappointed!! At outside. No big deal. Asked music to be turned down, they turned up. The flies were insane. Asked for something to drive the flies away. They did bring. Shouldn't have had to ask. Then the host brought the guys food and 10 minutes later the server asks us did our food not come out. Nope. There was nothing to but silver ware on. Yuk! Flies everywhere. Chose not to eat. When you spend $50 pp on average with one drink I expect more!

Big disappointment. My husband and I were in town with another couple for our anniversary. We were able to make a reservation with ease, but once we arrived it went downhill pretty quickly. We were asked at the hostess desk if it was our anniversary. We said that indeed it was. It was never acknowledged the rest of the evening. Our friends even mentioned it to the waiter who was "meh" and overlooked it. We ordered drinks and the bread board. The bread board was yummy and the drinks were just ok. One of the drinks served was the wrong drink and it took 30 mins for the correct drink to arrive. The waiter was very aloof. There was a steady flow of people, but it wasn't overly crowded. The icing on the cake was the amount of time for our food to arrive. 1 hour and 15 minutes after we ordered, our entrees finally were served. Everything tasted ok, but nothing to write home about. We never were offered dessert either. Needless to say, we won't be returning. Anniversary dinners are sacred and special to us. We put a lot of thought and effort in to choosing Otto's for our dinner.

Amazingly well run restaurant. Kind, lovely hostess. Wonderful services. Great atmosphere. Delicious food. I like the texture and flavors of the breaded duck breast in the duck schnitzel. I like lean (not fatty) taste of the sausages in the wurst platte. I also like the perfectly cooked salmon with crispy skin. Visited during a super busy evening but was greeted and treated with kindness. Thank you!!!

Wasn't the worst thing I've tried but wasn't the best either. I think they were having an off night when my part went because my friends said it's been better when they went before. Had to send back the scallions and our waitress seemed very put out with us. We were also sat maybe 3 feet from the door and it was so cold.

Convenient location, reservations were easy to make and we were seated just a few minutes late. We had selected outdoor seating which was the downside of the night. Our table of 2 was seated right between two large (6-8) parties who were very loud, and when they lowered the plastic window coverings we literally couldn't hear each other at all. We ordered the bread appetizer - the bread may have been fresh, hard to tell since they toasted it. But the presentation with butter, beet jam, salt and fresh ground pepper was very nice. Our meals were tasty, the mushroom strudel had a lovely tangy chèvre and a side salad of arugula with crunchy pickled onion, a perfect compliment. The kraut and schnitzel were made in-house and generously portioned. The service was good but not outstanding our server was a bit short with us and we noticed his fingers inside the glass as he served water and drinks in order to carry more. I walked inside and it seemed much more pleasant. If we go again we will ask for indoor seating.

Otto's in Fredericksburg truly serves up a delightful German culinary experience right in the heart of Texas. We started with their Flammkuchen flatbread, perfectly balancing lardons, caramelized onions, cambozola cheese, nicely contrasted by a topping of fresh arugula. The star was the Wurst Platte, featuring Otto's hearty bratwurst, delivering savory, meaty goodness alongside potatoes, pickles, kraut, and mustard - a testament to the traditional German sausage craft. The Jäger Schnitzel was a delicious breaded pork loin, served on German-style mac and cheese and traditional braised cabbage. The Peach Streusel dessert, paired nicely with ice cream, sweetly rounded off our meal. Coupled with friendly, professional service, and quaint ambiance, Otto's shines as a vibrant culinary destination for exploring German flavors in Texas.

We had a large party and tried most of the menu. The schnitzel was the best thing on the menu for us. The flatbread was okay. The short rib was dry. The ambience is very trendy, dark colors, indie music in the background. The worst part for me was when the receptionist stopped by and said our party was larger than expected and needed to be out before the next party arrived. This wasn't preceded with any greeting (hi, good evening, welcome). It garnered a "..." from our group. I'd worked out the party size with Otto's weeks in advance so I don't know where the miscommunication came from. Overall I wouldn't return, but I think if you're part of a smaller party, don't bring kids, and fit the vibe they'll embrace you and you'll have a good time.

Food is great for good German food. Service can be a bit slow. Recommend the duck schnitzel and the Scottish salmon.

This place was wonderful. It's very cozy and I recommend getting a reservation. The food and drinks are fantastic. The duck schnitzel was by far the highlight of the meal. My family is German and we make schnitzel all the time, but this was unique and like nothing we have had before.

Wonderful food Excellent service Ambiance on point I would recommend it to all- it was a delightful experience‼

Stopped here for lunch on the weekend. Salmon toasts was very very good. The service was great, the waiters are very attentive and knowledgeable of the men. We sat in patio, it was really nice with glasses of mimosas

Food was amazing! Service was great! The environment was small and quaint. A little pricer than most in town but all worth it.