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    Otto Food and Drink

    4.6 (89 reviews)
    ModerateGastropubs
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating

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    Sausage, fries, and mac n cheese.
    Charlayne B.

    OTTO is hands down one of the best local grms in the city. Food and service is excellent, and their garden patio can't be beat. Can't recommend this place enough.

    Sausage with bun
    Carla C.

    Lots of great street parking, easy to find with Google Maps. Area is a little sketchy in the evening but at least you can park close. Lots of plexiglass between tables but feels tight and was quite noisy. Families, dates, and groups all there. We were a table of 8 who shared a bunch of appetizers and all got our own sausages. My maple sausage was good and a decent price for the size. The Otto sausage was better! Full of gooey cheese in the middle. I opted out of the +$2 bun and was happy with that choice as the buns were nothing special and a lot of bread. I opted in for the curry ketchup and was not disappointed - worth it. They add it right on top of the sausage so if you're unsure I would ask for it on the side. Make sure to get sides otherwise you literally get 1 sausage for dinner. Pretzel bun appetizer was nice but not something I'd order again. The dip with it was really strong horseradish. The mac and cheese was delicious and made a great side. The Brussel sprouts were not what was expected. They were shredded and covered in a zesty dressing which wasn't bad but probably not my favorite way to eat them. I even tried a bite of the special schnitzel and it was Delicious, very saucy, not too spicy but very flavorful, breading was lovely and it was moist. Drink menu was extensive and my friends loved the variety and tried quite a few. The coffee ones were a real hit. Unfortunately we were too full for dessert. Bathrooms are just a toilet and communal sinks near the dining room - too close to other diners for my liking but everything was clean and there was a baby changing table in my bathroom. Overall worth trying but I tried most of the menu items so might be a while before I venture back!

    Dutch croquettes
    Cyn D.

    I've had Otto bookmarked for quite awhile and finally got there recently. The reviews are true, the food is amazing, the atmosphere is hip and inclusive; babies, toddlers, hipcool people, boomers and old...all brought together in an old historic neighbourhood with a modern comfortable restaurant that opens onto the street. We had sausage, sauerkraut, pickles, vegetables, and coleslaw. Pickles and coleslaw were crisp. Sausage was savoury. Vegetables and sauerkraut were tender and flavorful. Street parking, craft beer, lovely atmosphere, I will go back very soon....

    Cherry Gin Collins (9.00)
    Erika G.

    When I first heard about Alberta Avenue's Otto I couldn't help but draw comparisons to WVRST in Toronto. What I didn't expect is that Otto would be doing it better. Named Best Family Dining 2019 and Best Neighbourhood Gem 2020 by Avenue Magazine, this was a place that I had to try. Self-described as a neighbourhood meeting place, this restaurant is all about large communal tables and family-style plates. There's a German bierhalle type of vibe to the place but it's also more current than that. I visited on a Saturday evening and was excited to try it all! The interior of the restaurant is laid-back and easy with blond woods, school house chairs, and giant white letters that spell OTTO on the cinder block wall. It's also bright and airy, with light flooding in from the open garage-style door. If you would prefer a total outdoor experience, you can opt to dine in their adjacent garden - which is gorgeous. Picnic tables are fully surrounded by a bounty of vegetable patches, fruit trees, and flowers. On a nice day, I could imagine no better place to enjoy a meal. Suffice to say, the garden is where I found myself seated. The people working at Otto are very warm and friendly, clearly taking pride in their restaurant. The beautiful weather called for a cocktail and I easily chose the Cherry Gin Collins (Eau Claire cherry gin, sour cherries, lemon juice, sparkling water - $9.00)... I was sitting under a cherry tree, after all. Refreshing and playfully effervescent, this seemed like the ideal beverage. First, because gin is a bit of a "thing" at Otto, and second, the aforementioned cherry tree atmosphere. This drink was sweet and tart and I found that it went well with everything. Speaking of gin, Otto does gin flights which feature four carefully curated varietals. What caught my eye is that one of the included gins is STUMP Coastal Forest Gin, a type that I have previously enjoyed. I'll need to try a flight the next time that I visit! The main thing to eat is sausages, made fresh in-house, using responsibly sourced Alberta-only meat. The regular menu boasts five different types to choose from (there's even a vegan one!) and there are usually two or three special ones. There are also a bunch of sides to consider, six of them, and they all sound like excellent options as well. I began to build the perfect plate. Otto Sausage ($9.00), Smoked Mac & Cheese ($8.00 for small), Braised Red Cabbage ($7.00), and Brussel Sprouts ($7.00). The board arrived, laid out in all of it's appetizing glory. Of course I had to try the restaurant's namesake sausage (Sylvan Star smoked gouda, caraway and garlic). This sausage was delicious. It was incredibly juicy and simply oozing with cheese. So much flavour! Probably one of the best sausages that I've ever eaten and it had a lot to do with how well it was cooked (it wasn't dry at all). A must-order. I was very impressed by each of the sides as well. They can sometimes end up as an afterthought but in this case each one of them was expertly prepared. The mac & cheese (with caramelized onion) was such a wonderful version of this simple dish. Super cheesy, each bite exploded with a smokey flavour that wasn't overdone. Maybe some of the best mac & cheese in town?? The red cabbage (caraway, clove and juniper) is a very traditional German dish that I happen to be obsessed with. It tastes like Christmas and this version was slightly bitter with a finish of warm spices. Lovely! Finally, the brussel sprouts (sautéed with sweet mustard glaze, apples and onions) were light and very fresh. The sweetness from the crisp apples created a beautiful balance. This whole entire board of food was a giant win in my books. But there was more! We also ordered the Currywurst (The Allspiced Beef Bratwurst served with sweet curry sauce and garlic-herb fries - $18.00) from the Large Plates section of the menu because I ate currywurst in Berlin and loved it... And also because more sausages. So what is currywurst? It's a German fast food dish that consists of steamed then fried sausage, cut into bite-sized chunks, and served with curry ketchup on top. It is typically served with fries covered in mayo. The version at Otto is clearly a more elevated take on the dish, which I wasn't upset about. The only thing that I found myself missing was the specific preparation of steaming and frying the sausage. However, the bratwurst (onion, lemon and parsley) was quite tasty. Denser than the Otto, this one was packed with savoury bold flavours and was still juicy. The ketchup was promoted to a fresh curry sauce, similar to a homemade fruit ketchup with a spicy twist. Part of me missed the down 'n dirty regular ketchup (which they also can serve you!) but I can certainly appreciate that this was much nicer. The fries were great too, cooked to a perfect golden-brown. It was imperative that I try Otto's Crème Brûlée ($8.00) because this is the dessert that they are known for. The feature flavour changes all the time. This

    Menu (sides and sweets)
    Jonny M.

    It's hard to put a label on what Otto is but I like the concept a lot. A casual place to grab a bite to eat along with a carefully crafted, local beer selection (hello Blindman Brewery kettle sour). Love the sliding garage door that they open when the weather is being co-operative. The owner is a very friendly guy and introduced himself, chatted with all the tables and thanked us for stopping by. Don't see that type of hospitality too often these days. The menu is quite simple with sausages provided by FUGE Fine Meat and some side dishes. You can upgrade your sausage to make it more substantial by opting for a bun or making it into a currywurst meal. - Dandy sour ($9.00 pint) - spotted this up on their blackboard. Anything with a sour, I'm game especially since I've been wanting to pay a visit to Dandy's Brewery in Calgary. Pretty light with a slight tang. - Currywurst with fries ($13.00) - we were able to sub in the sausage of the day, the ramp wild onion, instead of the beef bratwurst it normally comes with. Fries were light and crispy, sausage was delicious and packed with flavour but the highlight was the currywurst itself. Addictive, sweet and with just the right amount of heat. Perfect spot to grab a light meal and have a few drinks.

    Shahab P.

    In an area that is very hard to believe, you find this gem! The sign is a bit inconspicuous and you may pass the place and miss it. That's what happened to us. When you're inside, you will see a well designed place, with a very welcoming atmosphere and awesome staff with smiles on their faces! The lighting and decoration were very appealing and the first impression was pretty good. Then we started with our drinks which were all awesome. Mine was "Scandinavian Lady" and I enjoyed it a lot! Then I think our group pretty much picked all the sausages on the menu with Mac and cheese, fries, deep fried cauliflower and beets for the sides! Everything was high quality, delicious and well presented. Then we had creme brûlée for dessert. I enjoyed every single aspect of this experience and I'm sure I will go back there a lot. We took an Uber to go there so I'm not sure if parking may be an issue or not but I noticed that on the street, south of the place, you may find spots to park your car. I definitely recommend this place!

    Amber W.

    We often follow a low carb diet, so it can make eating out somewhat difficult. Thankfully there are fun, casual joints like Otto in YEG! This was our second time visiting Otto and we decided to dine here on a Monday where the sausages are on special for $7 (regular price $9-$10). We tried a variety of pork sausages and chicken sausages, along with coleslaw. Our friends tried the smoked mac and cheese. Our food was great and our friends raved about the mac and cheese. Overall we love the casual vibe of this restaurant. We'd love to visit again during nicer weather when they open the garage doors and the restaurant has more of an inside/outside concept.

    Vicki M.

    Sundays are a great day to visit Otto as they have their kid's meals on for $5. $5 gets your child a delicious juicy Otto dog, plus fries, apple slices and a drink. Beat that! The space is cozy and functional with tons of natural light streaming in from their front windows. Service is exceptional and friendly. Everywhere we looked we saw tables of families with little ones who came to take advantage of the Sunday special. I opted for the Thai Green Curry Sausage while my husband chose the Chorizo. Hands down, the Chorizo is the winner - you can't beat the flavours in the chorizo or the porky goodness! Hahaha Fries are delicious and fresh. For sides we ordered the mac and cheese (I thought it was ok) and the creamy dill coleslaw (I liked better than the mac & cheese). The accompanying saukerkraut and pickles with sausage are a nice and welcome touch. There are craft beers aplenty and lovely non-alcoholic choices on their drink menu so be sure to peruse your options. Looking forward to our return

    Vegan hot dog and beer salad.
    Hector I.

    This is such a hidden gem. Located in an area you would expect good restaurants. The place is quite comfy and the decoration is very appropriate. The food was great, I had the vegan hot dog and a side of the Brussel sprouts. Both were delicious. The drinks are local and also quite good. When it comes to cost I think the food was appropriately priced especially for the quality. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone

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