€€€€ • Italienisch • Braintree
Settle into Otto, an independent Italian restaurant, pizzeria and café in the heart of Kelvedon, Essex. Our characterful Grade II listed building, timber beams and warm, friendly service set the scene for relaxed lunches, date nights and evenings with friends.Head Chef Marco, who previously worked at Giorgio Locatelli’s Michelin-starred London restaurant, brings a modern touch to traditional Italian cooking. Inspired by Venetian cicchetti, our seasonal sharing menu invites you to explore dishes together, from crispy ’nduja pork ribs to tomato risotto with burrata and pesto. Our handmade sourdough pizzas use locally milled flour and carefully selected Italian ingredients.By day, join us for breakfast, speciality coffee and freshly baked focaccia; by evening, enjoy Italian plates, pizza and cocktails. Highly Commended – Best Café in Essex 2025, Otto brings the pleasure of eating together to every visit.