Otto's on the River

4.3
New AmericanDessertFine DiningItalianLounge
LGBTQ+ friendly (Google) Outdoor seating Wheelchair accessible

About Otto's on the River

Otto's on the River is a vegan-friendly dessert and fine dining spot in Augusta. Popular for lunch and dinner. With a cozy and romantic atmosphere, it's popular with groups and the LGBTQ+ community, and offers outdoor seating, curbside pickup, and delivery. Guests give it 4.3 stars over 727 reviews.

Amenities & Offerings

Dine-in
Takeout
Delivery
Curbside pickup
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Coffee
Alcohol
Wi-Fi
High chairs
Comfort food
Outdoor seating
Accepts reservations
Late-night food
Free parking lot
Fireplace
Cozy
Romantic

Otto's on the River FAQ

Is Otto's on the River fully vegan?

Not confirmed. We have not verified that Otto's on the River is 100% vegan. 1 item on its menu is labelled vegan or plant-based. Ask the staff to confirm a dish is fully plant-based.

What food does Otto's on the River serve?

Google lists Otto's on the River as a New American and Italian lounge serving desserts and seafood. Menu items labelled vegan include Vegan Vegetable Marbella. See the full menu on their website or in person.

Does Otto's on the River offer delivery or takeout?

Yes. Otto's on the River offers delivery and takeout. Availability can vary, so check before you order.

What are Otto's on the River's hours?

Otto's on the River is open Monday to Thursday 11AM-9PM, Friday 11AM-10PM, Saturday 5-10PM; closed Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so check before you go.

Where is Otto's on the River located?

Otto's on the River is at 287 Water St, Augusta, ME 04330. Use “Get directions” on this page for a map and driving directions.

Where can I see the menu for Otto's on the River?

View Otto's on the River's menu on their website (ottosontheriverme.com) or on their Google Business listing linked on this page.

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Otto's on the River Reviews

4.3
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Frances Deters

Google Reviews

My husband and I went here for dinner and thought the food was excellent. Besides that if you sit on the outside patio you can watch the sturgeon in the river jump and it’s very beautiful. The cocktail I had was very good and my husband commented that his Malbec was excellent. The restaurant decor is museum quality. We were a little disappointed with our server as the restaurant is classy and she

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Google Reviews

This place has a great vibe with plenty of seating options, including a cozy bar. Since I visited during the winter, I couldn't sit outdoors, but the indoor atmosphere was excellent. ​The staff at the bar were incredibly friendly and attentive. I tried the ginger-pear martini, which was delicious, and the oysters were so fresh I ended up ordering a second half-dozen, the addition of capers was a fa

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Melanie Lugo

Google Reviews

Visited Augusta and search for a restaurant close by for dinner. We didn't want fast food and was looking for a nice restaurant. Otto's did not disappoint, truly a fantastic experience and the good was just as fantastic! Our Server, Will was super nice and friendly, attentive and has such a great persona. Steve came out to check on everything, Introduce himself and say hello. The restaurant itself

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Brenda Price

Google Reviews

Best Lobster BLT I have EVER had! And the patio was a dog-friendly haven for a family meal, where our pup was greeted with a bowl of water and a strip of bacon!! Wonderful server and fresh mojitos with mint harvested from the patio garden. Thank you for a memorable meal!

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Google Reviews

Had a great dinner at Ottos. Nice downtown location with cool old buildings in the area. Everything was cooked to perfection and the dessert options were really good. The owner was super nice and hospitality and took great pride of his restaurant. Staff was friendly, careful with allergies and guided with recommendations. Very nice experience. Unfortunately I tucked straight into the food, so no p