Otto Catering

Otto catered both our welcome dinner and wedding reception, and we couldn't be more pleased with how the food turned out. Ali and his team were easy to work with leading up to our wedding (including addressing dietary restrictions) and ensured everything ran smoothly the day of the event. The food was phenomenal and received so many compliments throughout the weekend. Thank you, Otto, for feeding us all weekend!

Ali and his team did an amazing job catering our wedding with utmost professionalism and talent. They served passed hors d'oeuvres to our guests during our cocktail hour and also provided a delicious dinner buffet for our reception. They did a great job of incorporating multiple cuisines to please our various preferences from guests, as well as taking into account the dietary restrictions some of our guests had. They worked with us to create an amazing menu that blended American and Middle Eastern cuisines, which were peanut-free and included halal and vegetarian options. The staff were very kind and helpful throughout the night. I'd definitely recommend Otto Eats as an exceptional catering company and also recommend anyone in the Charlottesville area to visit their restaurant!

If I could give Otto Eats and Catering more than 5 stars, I would! From start to finish, their team absolutely blew us away. Our wedding reception dinner at Sky Ridge Farm was over the top amazing — every single detail was flawless.

The food was simply incredible. Guests are still talking about the flavor, presentation, and quality of everything served. The salmon, in particular, was among the best I’ve ever had — perfectly cooked, fresh, and bursting with flavor. Every dish, from the passed hors d’oeuvres to the beautifully presented buffet, was prepared with such care and attention to detail that it felt like a fine dining experience for 200 guests.

The service was equally exceptional. Every server had a genuine smile on their face, graciously attending to guests and making everyone feel welcome. The bartender was professional, friendly, and a total pro behind the bar — keeping the drinks flowing and the energy upbeat all night.

The setup and display were stunning. Every table, platter, and station looked thoughtfully designed and perfectly arranged — not a single detail overlooked. And when the evening came to a close, their team stayed until the very end — sweeping, tidying up, and making sure everything was spotless. That level of commitment and pride in their work was something truly special.

To Ali Sevindi and the entire Otto Eats team — thank you for helping make our celebration so seamless, elegant, and unforgettable. You made it easy for us to simply enjoy the night.

We can’t recommend Otto Eats & Catering highly enough. If you’re looking for a catering company that combines world-class food, warm hospitality, and flawless execution — this is the team you want. Five stars doesn’t even begin to cover it!

— Corbin & Jill Snow

We considered several local vendors to cater our wedding reception, but we knew as soon as we met Ali, the owner, that we’d go with Otto Eats. It was the best decision! Ali and his whole team were amazing to work with from beginning to end. Ali was so helpful with planning and did everything possible to make sure our day was wonderful. Literally everything we tried at the tasting was delicious, which made it hard to make selections, and we got so many comments from our friends and family about how great the food was!

We HIGHLY recommend Otto Eats to anyone looking to cater an event or for a special occasion!

We hired Otto’s for my son’s rehearsal dinner, and everything was absolutely wonderful! The food was exceptional; both the chicken and the steak were perfectly cooked, flavorful, and beautifully presented. All of the sauces and salads were fresh, vibrant, and loved by everyone. And the baklava… wow! It was truly amazing and the perfect sweet finish to an incredible meal.

Ali, the owner, was an absolute pleasure to work with — kind, professional, and attentive to every detail. You can really tell he takes pride in what he does. We were so impressed by the quality of the food and the outstanding service from start to finish.

I can’t recommend Otto’s highly enough for anyone looking for delicious food and genuine hospitality. They helped make our celebration so special!

Otto Eats catered our 75-person wedding in June 2025, and we recommend them in the strongest terms! We had a difficult time choosing a caterer since we were looking for something to fit both our budget and our larger vision for the role food would play at our wedding, and many of the other options we tried failed to stand out. All it took was experiencing Ali’s hospitality and incredible food during our tasting to make it clear we had found that special vendor we were hoping for. Throughout the planning process, Ali was extremely fast and detailed in communicating with us whenever we had questions or needed to make adjustments. On the big day itself, the Otto Eats team brought their food truck and arrived early to set up. The food was fresh and delicious, from cocktail hour appetizers, to the main dinner buffet, dessert and into the late night snack. We also used their bartending service and they did an excellent job keeping the drinks flowing throughout the night. The entire team was professional, kind, and helped make sure everything ran smoothly. We really feel they went above and beyond, not just providing great food but also serving our guests like family. We are incredibly grateful to the Otto Eats team for being a part of our celebration, and we can’t wait to visit their restaurant for many anniversaries to come!

We are so glad that we went with Otto Catering for our wedding rehearsal dinner! From our tasting to finalizing our menu, Ali was so kind, responsive, and wonderful to work with. We got so many compliments from our guests on the food, and it ended up feeding our wedding party for multiple meals! If you're looking to feed our guests in a unique and memorable way, this is the way to go.

Incredible experience working with Ali and his team for our wedding! From the beginning, we were assured that our catering would be fully customized to our desires, and that is exactly what they delivered. We had several restrictions including vegetarian, gluten free and nut free options and it was no problem for them to handle. We asked the serving staff to be very attentive to our guests and they went above and beyond. Even months after the event, our friends still rave about the food! Thank you all for making our event perfect!

We chose Otto to have something a little different for our wedding reception dinner and they were even better than expected. The food was excellent, coordination with Ali was easy, and their staff was kind and professional. No issues at all throughout the whole process, and they were very reasonably priced. Would recommend Otto to anyone who enjoys Mediterranean faire in Central VA.

We hired Ottos Eats, Ali, and his incredible team for our June wedding with 160 guests, and we truly cannot say enough amazing things about the entire experience. From our very first conversation, the communication was flawless — clear, timely, and genuinely thoughtful. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but working with someone who is so responsive and organized made a huge difference.

Their professionalism stood out right away. Every interaction felt effortless, yet everything was handled with such care and precision. On the day of the wedding, the team arrived early, worked seamlessly with our venue staff, and went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. They even made the time to gather a rain plan and be on the ready for last minute weather! They moved 200 chairs for our guests to enjoy the ceremony outside.

The food was absolutely phenomenal. We have family connections to Turkish food so he was able to serve them family style. Our guests were chatting and sharing stories all night over food. Our guests are still raving about it. But what really set them apart were the personal touches — from customizing the menu to include our own choices, to thoughtfully accommodating dietary restrictions, they made everything feel personal, special, and uniquely "us."

If you’re a couple looking for a catering team that brings not only talent and professionalism, but heart and soul to your big day — I would highly suggest Ottos Eat, Ali and his team. They will absolutely exceed your expectations.

We are forever grateful!