Ottavio delivers a focused culinary experience centered on traditional Italian staples characterized by authentic techniques and robust flavors. The menu showcases artisanal pizzas prepared with high-quality ingredients and thin, perfectly charred crusts that define the kitchen's approach to Mediterranean baking. A comprehensive selection of pasta dishes complements these offerings, featuring hand-crafted shapes paired with slow-simmered sauces that prioritize depth and complexity. Each plate highlights a commitment to freshness, utilizing premium cheeses, cured meats, and seasonal vegetables sourced to maintain strict quality standards. The interior provides a functional space suitable for efficient service, emphasizing a relaxed atmosphere that accommodates various group sizes. The combination of consistent preparation and diverse menu options ensures that patrons encounter a reliable representation of classic Italian comfort food in a straightforward setting.
Ottavio generally receives positive feedback for its flavorful Italian cuisine, fresh ingredients, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular choice for both casual outings and corporate events. Many patrons highlight the restaurant as an outstanding destination for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, thanks to its rigorous cross-contamination protocols, including dedicated utensils and color-coded tableware. While many visitors praise the professional and friendly service, some experiences are marred by inconsistent staffing, occasional slow service, or issues with noise levels. The bring-your-own-wine policy is frequently noted as a major advantage, and while opinions on pricing and portion sizes vary, the establishment is widely recognized as a reliable and safe spot for a pleasant meal in the community.
Nous adorons ce restaurant. Nous y allons très souvent & tout est parfait. Cependant, ce midi, nous avons eu l' impression que le cuisinier avait échappé la salière dans la sauce. Contrairement aux autres fois, la laitue romaine était un peu beaucoup passé date & habituellement nous adorons leur salade César. Nous y retournerons afin de voir si cela était seulement une erreur passagère.
Mon avis est un peu biaisé car je ne suis pas un fan de cuisine Italienne (un peu cher pour ce que c'est) mais je dois dire que le menu midi est bien & on peut apportez notre vin, ce qui est un plus. La salade César est délicieuse (un « must ») traditionnelle avec sa vinaigrette maison 👌 nous étions 6 & les avis étaient partagés selon les plats qu'on avait choisis, allant de wow à bof. Le service est correct mais on doit demander du pain sinon vous n'en aurez pas (on ne l'a pas offert non plus mais après coup j'ai vu la note au menu, donc c'est ok ! Le tartare était aussi délicieux.
Nothing beats the Arancini & Cesar Salad here! Food is consistently delicious & fresh. We are always treated like family. My kids love George & always want to be served by him.
Jan 7, 2026
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Always good food & service. Prices have gone up like everywhere since Covid. The dinner ardoise was 39$+Taxes +tip includes soup or salad, main course, dinner & coffee. BYOB. Plenty of free parking, clean restrooms
Le service est mauvais!!! Les serveurs sont très bêtes, les serveurs venait nous voir à notre table pour nous demander c'est quand qu'on quitte alors que nous sommes rester à peine 1h. Les beignets de crabes ne sont pas frais ni la salade qui venait avec. Je l'ai revomi le lendemain. Je ne conseille pas!
Unfortunately we had a terrible experience. The service was beyond slow & inept. After 45 minutes had to ask for our salad. Told it was coming after we had clearly seen it go by us the server looking confused & salad returned to kitchen
Staff was overwhelmed
After finishing our salad we waited another half hour for our pizza to arrive. Again had to flag down our waitress who blamed it on the kitchen
The group of 7 beside us who had ordered after us had received their appetizers & main meals & practically finished their meals
The group of 4 behind us received their food pizzas & pasta within 25 minutes
At this point we had finished our wine & lost our appetite & were beyond frustrated. We flagged down the waitress told her to cancel our pizza & bring us the bill for the salad. After a 10 minute wait another waitress arrived with the "cancelled" pizza
We refused it & asked for the bill waitress tried to excuse the service saying they were over booked. Plenty of empty tables & everyone else but the 2 of us clearly eating.
They comped us the salad & gave us a gift card for the "next time
If the service is as bad as last night there won't be too many future visits.
Honestly a ruined evening for us & we left having eaten a shared salad & a bread roll that no longer is served warm. 2 hours of wasted time.
3 of 4 guests had pasta dishes & they all arrived 5 minutes before the lone guest who had the oriental salad. All 3 hesitated starting eating because of the one who hadn't received her food. There was too much of a wait for one of four guests which affected everyone. Otherwise it was a lovely evening nonetheless.
La nourriture était tiède (viande, pâtes) pour l'ensemble. La salade césar servie avec la bavette était défraîchie (était faite longtemps d'avance). Le service était excellent.
i basically go to ottavio once a month for the last 5 years,me & my girlfriend love there food,great staff,affordable & we love that we can bring are alcohol 🍺 🍷 tried a few meals but are favorite is the chicken ceaser salad..dont forger to top it off with some parmasan 😋
Première visite le soir, en couple
Restaurant chaleureux, un peu bruyant mais c'est normal. Gens heureux, familles, amis etc
Service un peu lent mais ok. On y va pour relaxer, après tout.
Excellente bouffe mais j'ai une suggestion que plusieurs partagent.
Table d'hôte, ne serait-ce que pour ajouter une petite salade ou soupe , cafe & petite biscotte pour un 10$de plus , par exemple?
Merci , belle expérience & satisfaits
