Otto is the exciting reincarnation of K’ Road’s much-loved Cotto, now elevated and reimagined. Still Italian at its core, Otto doubles down on seasonal Kiwi ingredients executed with Italian soul. The result? Hand-rolled pastas and vibrant vegetable dishes that have Aucklanders swooning. The spinach and goats’ cheese malfatti are little clouds of joy, the wild boar ragu pappardelle is robust and comforting, and the chargrilled broccoli with pecorino somehow steals the show. The vibe remains fun and funky — loud chatter, local art on the walls, and negronis aplenty. Otto manages to feel both like a nostalgic hug and a fresh new adventure all at once.