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About this place
Take a seat at OTTO, and the first dish that calls out from the order sheet is the onion potage, dense with natural sweetness and concentrated savoury depth. Served hot or chilled according to the season, it offers a gentle, reassuring welcome for the palate. Situated along a street in Daizawa, Setagaya, this neighbourhood Italian eatery crafts thoughtful dining and drinking in an unpretentious atmosphere.
Small Plates, Seasonal Antipasti, and Thoughtful Pours
Perusing the menu reveals an expansive collection of starters and small plates. For those who want to sample a bit of everything, the assorted antipasto platter makes a dependable choice, bringing together detailed preparations such as house-made prosciutto cotto, Daisen chicken galantine, and oven-baked mushrooms stuffed with cured ham. Light bites like squid and field mustard salad or snackable bottarga french fries keep forks moving effortlessly, setting an easy rhythm as you explore pairings across the wine list.
Rich Meats and Simmered Seafood
Substantial appetite finds satisfaction in the main courses, which feature hearty meats like slow-cooked Yezo sika deer thigh, succulent roasted Yamagata pork loin, and tagliata of beef skirt steak. Diners leaning toward seafood can turn instead to the acqua di mare, simmering fish such as red sea bream, rockfish, or scorpionfish alongside vegetables. For an even more filling dinner, weaving in a pasta course—whether a fiery all'arrabbiata, an indulgent carbonara, or a delicate bottarga preparation—builds out a satisfying multi-course meal.
Evenings with Local Brews and Attentive Service
To toast the night, the bar keeps draft Camon Brewing pilsner from a local Daizawa microbrewery alongside bottled beers and cocktails. Being able to select wine to match each dish with guidance from the sommelier adds another layer of enjoyment for wine lovers. Concluding with crème brûlée and coffee offers a pleasant pause to round out the evening. Open from 17:00 into late night, it is a welcoming space best enjoyed by reserving ahead for a relaxed dinner.
