When local couple Paul Weckman and Emily Wolff opened Otto’s in 2003, they brought their vision of Kentucky cuisine with a French flair to life in Covington’s historic Mainstrasse Village. 🍳
This family-owned and family-friendly restaurant has gained national acclaim over its 20-plus years, serving authentic Southern-inspired comfort food alongside custom cocktails in an intimate setting that feels like home.
How Otto’s won Covington’s hearts
Otto’s captured the hearts of Northern Kentucky residents by creating an atmosphere that perfectly balances neighborhood comfort with elevated dining — battered wood floors and mismatched chairs meet white tablecloths and fresh flowers.
The owners’ commitment to showcasing seasonal Southern staples like peaches, strawberries, and fried green tomatoes created a menu that changes with Kentucky’s agricultural rhythms while maintaining beloved year-round classics.
Their dedication to professional service and quality in a space adorned with local artwork on beadboard walls and colorful bottles along transom windows made the restaurant feel both polished and authentically Covington…