Bar OTTO brings a soulful approach to Japanese cooking through a thoughtful selection of plates designed for those who love bold, clean flavors. The kitchen crafts silky truffle noodles alongside fresh, precise sushi that balances texture with natural richness. Each dish relies on high-quality components prepared with a light touch to let the ingredients speak for themselves. A curated variety of sake complements the food, offering deep notes that pair well with the savory profiles found on the menu. The space feels intimate and warm, wrapped in an atmosphere that balances energy with comfort. It remains a reliable spot for anyone searching for a memorable meal centered on simple, honest, and creative preparations. The experience revolves around the harmony of flavor and the joy of sharing a well-made drink with a flavorful bite.
Bar OTTO is widely recognized as a top-tier destination for modern Japanese cuisine, celebrated for its high-quality ingredients, artful presentation, and a lively, intimate atmosphere that makes it an ideal spot for date nights or special gatherings. Many patrons praise the tasting menu and signature dishes like the truffle noodles and cod cheeks, noting that the cocktails and Japanese spirits are both unique and expertly crafted. While the vast majority of guests highlight the warm, attentive service and the welcoming staff, some visitors have experienced inconsistencies regarding portion sizes, pricing, and occasional service lapses, resulting in a range of perspectives on the overall value and culinary execution.
We had the karaage & the chirashi here, along with drinks. The karaage was lovely, & for the price, the chirashi had a good amount of sashimi on top of a bed of rice. The only thing I'd complain about is the strong garlicky taste of the fish in the chirashi. There isn't supposed to be a garlic taste in chirashi whatsoever - I'm assuming it was to mask the fishy taste or possibly smell? But I'd prefer lemon or something else, not garlic, as it was a bit overpowering. Otherwise, the server was lovely & attentive & we got everything we needed.
To be honest I'm very confused... This restaurant has been on my to go list for a while & tonight my husband & I decided to do a spontaneous date night, so we went & ordered the tasting menu. First dish was the scallops with cravier. Was decent but nothing was impressive ( very salty, flavor, texture, taste etc.) then second dish was ... A tomato, so I'm guessing the important part of this dish is the mousse? The tomato doesn't even taste tomato. The flavor was flat, & the tomato slice was too large & thick, hard to bite. The sushi was decent, 5 pieces. Then the last dish was soba noodles stir fried with chili oil & a few slices of cucumber. Again another confusing dish. Eventually we paid $100+tax for the 4 dishes. & had to wrap up the night with 2 hotdogs cause we were starving after the meal. Maybe that's the normal standard with restaurants nowadays? I'm not sure. It felt almost like a scam... It kinda explains why the restaurant is almost empty on a summer Friday night. The environment & service was very nice though. Won't come back. Hope we were just unlucky!
Muy buen restaurante aunque no creo que esté entre los mejores en cuanto a producto, el blue fin tuna del sashimi en cuanto al color habría apostado a qué era aleta amarilla aunque en sabor se me quedaba entre aleta amarilla y bluefin, el salmón orgánico pero no King salmón. Probamos una gran parte de la carta y nos pareció bastante decente pero nada que destacara, las porciones se me hicieron un poco pequenas.
Muy buen servicio y ambiente muy agradable
Je suivais l'établissement depuis quelque temps sur Instagram, & chaque publication me donnait plus envie d'y aller. Par un soir d'automne, on a enfin sauté le pas - & on n'a pas été déçus.
En apéritif, la limonade maison était rafraîchissante. Puis nous avons partagé quelques entrées aussi fraîches que goûteuses, avec des saveurs qui font voyager dès la première bouchée.
Mention spéciale aux baos au crabe à carapace molle : le mariage des oignons, jalapenos, herbes fraîches & de la sauce sucrée-acidulée créait un bel équilibre. La texture du crabe croustillant contrastait parfaitement avec la tendresse du pain vapeur. Chaque bouchée offrait une harmonie à la fois raffinée & réconfortante.
Le chirashi, lui, se dégustait lentement. Un plat tout en délicatesse, où chaque ingrédient mérite son moment.
On y retourne ? Très certainement. Ne serait-ce que pour tester l'omakase du chef, qui promet une expérience encore plus poussée. À confirmer, mais il me semble que la carte change au fil des saisons - une excellente raison d'y revenir encore… & encore.
Ma 2e fois ici & probablement la dernière! Les drinks étaient vraiment décevants pour le prix & les portions très petites malgré qu'on nous ait dit le contraire lors du choix de nos plats. La dernière fois il me semble que les portions étaient facilement le double (& le prix moins élevé!). On nous a apporté le mauvais plat de nouilles à table puis finalement ça a été corrigé pour la bonne chose, mais c'est quand même un peu plate & ça crée de l'attente en plein milieu de notre repas. Nous avons écourté notre visite & avons terminé la soirée ailleurs. Le personnel était tout de même vraiment super gentil!
Consistently incredible, & I don't say that lightly. The quality of the fish is very comparable to what I ate in Japan. The atmosphere is lively but never tooo loud or obnoxious. The staff is amazing. They're well versed on the menu & offer very great service (rare these days at most restaurants). The Sashimi is a MUST-specifically the chef's choice selection. They also have Grape Republic by the bottle, which you should absolutely splurge on for a special occasion. I've dined here several times & absolutely love it.
