OTTO Pizza Dough now available at Whole Foods

We are excited to announce that OTTO Pizza Dough is now available for purchase at Whole Foods locations throughout New England, New York, and New Jersey!

OTTO Pizza Dough is vegan, and made with organic flour, organic extra virgin olive oil, organic evaporated cane sugar, untreated purified sea salt and yeast — and made from scratch daily.

Our dough is the most important ingredient we work with — it’s the defining foundation of every OTTO pie. In 2016, our Master Baker, Alex Castiello, joined our team and we opened our dough facility in Lynn, Massachusetts — today it’s operated by his team, which includes a fourth generation of baking Castiellos, his sons Jared and Julian.

Through a rigorous process of developing, testing, and sampling, Alex and his team were able to ensure that the texture, crust, and flavor is always of the highest quality and consistent across all locations. We’ve applied that same commitment to perfection to our first retail product. We hope you enjoy it.

Click here to learn more about OTTO Pizza Dough, including an instructional video, nutritional information, and organic certifications. We are looking forward to hearing about (and seeing!) your OTTO At Home pizza creations. Share them with us via Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter!

Pick our next monthly special & win free pizza

Each month, we come out with a limited time, month-long special pizza. These specials are usually developed and voted on by our culinary team. For the month of March, we decided to let you – our customers – decide for us! The best part? A chance to eat your favorite OTTO pizza for free.

For the next three weeks, we’ll be posting matchups between 16 of your favorite monthly specials and retired pizzas on our Instagram. Let us know your vote in the comments of each post. The pizza with the most votes after 24 hours moves on to the next round until we’re down to the final matchup on Feb. 15th. The new special & three gift card winners (chosen at random) will be announced on Feb. 16th.

​Here’s how you can enter the $50 gift card giveaway ⬇️

🔸 Follow us on Instagram
🔸 Like and comment your vote in our posts through February 16th, 9:00 AM EST
🔸 Tag a friend in the comments on our posts so they can get their vote in too

Giveaway ends Tuesday, February 16th at 9:00 AM and the winners will be announced later that day.

2020: A Year of Giving Back


There’s really no other way to put it; 2020 has been a trying year for all — a year of uncertainty, social upheaval, and unprecedented change in how we live our daily lives. Our friends, families and communities have all been affected in some way. While we could go on and on about the challenges of this year, we’d like to reflect on a few of the positives.

Giving back has always been a part of the OTTO culture. In the past, we’ve donated to countless organizations in our communities through fundraisers, in-kind donations, and of course, pizza. The nature of this year forced us to restructure our entire giving program. With schools closed for much of the year and fundraisers canceled due to gathering restrictions, we had to rethink our entire Good Food, Good Cause initiative.

Of course, we had no plans to stop giving back to our communities. More than ever, our communities needed our help. Fortunately, we were able to partner with two amazing organizations in Maine and Massachusetts that directly align with our mission – to end child hunger and provide better access to food in the communities we do business in, and beyond. Starting in March of 2020, we began donating $1 from every monthly special pie sold to these organizations.

In Massachusetts, we partnered with Cooking Matters MA – an organization which helps connect families with affordable and nutritious meal options. “Cooking Matters is helping end childhood hunger by inspiring families to make healthy, affordable food choices. [Their] programs teach parents and caregivers with limited food budgets to shop for and cook healthy meals.” $1 of each monthly special pie sold from our Massachusetts locations goes to Cooking Matters MA. This year, we have donated over $7,000 directly to the organization.

In Maine, we’re working with Full Plates Full Potential as one of their FEED Kids partners. Full Plates, Full Potential is an organization dedicated to ending child hunger in Maine. “[Their] work focuses on increasing participation in school breakfast, after school meals, and summer meal programs.” We’ve donated $1 of each monthly special sold from our Maine locations to Full Plates Full Potential since March. This has allowed us to donate over $8,000 directly to the organization.

Another group that’s been severely strained by this pandemic is healthcare workers. They have gone through extraordinary efforts to heal and protect their patients and our communities, working tirelessly around the clock dealing with scenarios that many of us cannot imagine. In April, we decided to get on board with an initiative called Feeding the Frontline – a donation-based framework that supports both restaurants and frontline workers during the COVID-19 crisis. Through purchasing gift cards or meals from participating businesses, those working on the frontlines are provided with nourishment to help fuel them through their shifts.

We had no idea what to expect at the start, but we quickly learned that our customers enthusiastically wanted to be a part of this effort. To date, we’ve received over $40,000 in customer contributions that we’ve turned into countless orders, feeding thousands of healthcare workers and first responders. We are both amazed and extremely humbled by the support we’ve received, and can tell you first hand how appreciative our healthcare heroes have been to benefit from this program. Below are a few of the facilities we’ve made deliveries to as a part of this initiative:

  • Maine Medical Center
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
  • Boston Children’s Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • South Portland Fire Department – First Responders
  • Tufts Medical Center
  • Maine General Hospital
  • Lynnfield Fire Department – First Responders
  • Anna Jacques Hospital
  • Boston Medical Center
  • Beverly Hospital
  • Melrose Wakefield Hospital
  • Franciscan Hospital – Brighton
  • Maine’s Midcoast Hospital
  • Mount Auburn Hospital
  • Emerson Hospital
  • Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

With all of that said, we have to give a big shout out to our customers. The programs and initiatives above would not be possible without your support. While many of us have spent much of the year in relative isolation, the power of community has never been more evident. As we reflect on this difficult year, we are incredibly thankful for our staff, our customers, our partners and our communities. We wish each of you a healthy and happy holiday season, and look forward to seeing your smiling faces in the new year.

OTTO’s BOGO gift cards make holiday shopping easy (and delicious)

OTTO gift cards are now BUY ONE, GET ONE free through January 7, 2021! For every $25 spent on OTTO gift cards, you will receive $5 on a bonus card!

Give them both away, or keep one (or both!) for yourself. It’s kinda putting pizza in the bank and earning interest!

To make your holiday shopping easier this year, especially during COVID, we have made all gift cards available for purchase online. Customers may choose to have physical cards mailed or e-gift cards sent via email.

Customers may also choose to purchase gift cards at any OTTO location.

(Please note: Gift card ‘reloads’ are not eligible for BOGO)

Order online – www.ottoportland.com/shop

OTTO Andover opens Dec 2!

We’re pleased to announce the opening of the brand new Andover OTTO on Tuesday, December 2.

Located in the heart of bustling downtown Andover at 27 Main Street, directly across from the old Town Hall, OTTO’s newest location will open 11am on Tuesday for takeout and delivery orders.

Featuring a walk-up service window and delivery throughout Andover, OTTO provides several convenient options for folks on the run. Customers may order ahead and skip the wait with Mobile Pickup or Touchless delivery, both great options during this time.

While OTTO Andover boasts a spacious dining area and a full bar featuring 12 taps of the best regional craft beer, dine-in service will not be offered initially due to the current COVID crisis. (Stay tuned!)

Guests will find plenty of free parking in the lot behind the location (parking entrances are located at Chestnut or Central Streets).

We look forward to being part of the Andover community, and we look forward to serving you soon!

Follow OTTO Andover on Instagram to keep in touch.

Who wants a GOLDEN TICKET for $100 worth of pizza?

We will be giving away six $100 golden tickets over the next two weeks to randomly selected customers who order using our new mobile pickup option at select OTTO locations! It’s simple. Select mobile pickup when ordering online or let our staff know over the phone that you would like to do a mobile pickup order.

If you find a golden ticket with your order, you will be required to follow these three steps to redeem your $100 gift card:

  1. Email contactus@ottoportland.com
  2. Provide you name, order number, or receipt
  3. Let us know the unique code on the back of your ticket to claim your $100 gift card.

What is mobile pickup, you may ask? Mobile pickup is a new ordering option that allows you to pay ahead online or by phone and then pick up your order at a mobile pickup station in each of our shops. It’s quick, easy and contactless. If you have any questions about mobile pickup or the golden ticket contest, please email contactus@ottoportland.com

OTTO GOLDEN TICKET CONTEST RULES & REGULATIONS

NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE THE CHANCES OF WINNING.

1. Eligibility: This Campaign is open to those who place Mobile Pickup orders directly from OTTO via ottoportland.com, the OTTO mobile app, or phone orders made directly with OTTO (3rd party orders not eligible, i.e. GrubHub, Doordash, etc.) between 11/9/20 and 11/22/20, inclusive. The Campaign is open to legal residents of the US and is void where prohibited by law. Employees of OTTO, its affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies, and suppliers, (collectively the “Employees”), and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of Employees are not eligible to participate in the Campaign. The Campaign is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Void where prohibited.

A participant may enter without placing a mobile order at OTTO by sending an email to contactus@ottoportland.com with subject heading “Golden Ticket Entry” Each ‘without purchase’ entry via email will count as one entry, and will be eligible for random drawings along with entries via Mobile Pickup purchase. 

2. Agreement to Rules: By participating, the Contestant (“You”) agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these Rules, and You represent and warrant that You meet the eligibility requirements. In addition, You agree to accept the decisions of OTTO as final and binding as it relates to the content of this Campaign. 

3. Campaign Period: Entries in the form of Mobile Pickup orders will be accepted online and over the phone starting on 11/9/20 at 10am and ending 11/22/20 at 11:59pm. 

4. How to Enter: Customers will be automatically entered by placing a Mobile Pickup order directly through OTTO. Each order placed will be treated as a new and eligible entry. 

5. Prizes: The Winner(s) of the Campaign (the “Winner”) will receive a $100 OTTO gift card, which can be redeemed at any participating OTTO location in Maine and Massachusetts. No cash or other prize substitution shall be permitted except at OTTO’s discretion. The prize is nontransferable. Any and all prize-related expenses, including without limitation any and all federal, state, and/or local taxes, shall be the sole responsibility of Winner. No substitution of prize or transfer/assignment of prize to others or request for the cash equivalent by Winner is permitted. 

6. Odds: The odds of winning depend on the number of eligible Mobile Pickup Orders received.

7. Winner Selection and Notification: Winners will be selected by random drawings under the supervision of OTTO. It is the Winner’s responsibility to contact OTTO at contactus@ottoportland.com within thirty (30) days following selection of Winner. OTTO shall have no liability for Winner’s failure to receive correspondence due to spam, junk e-mail, or other security settings or for Winner’s provision of incorrect or otherwise non-functioning contact information. If Winner does not contact OTTO, or if Winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, fails to claim the prize within 30 days from the time the “Golden Ticket” was awarded, or fails to timely return a completed and executed declaration and release as required, the prize may be forfeited and an alternate Winner selected. Receipt by Winner of the prize offered in this Campaign is conditioned upon compliance with any and all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. ANY VIOLATION OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES BY WINNER (AT OTTO’s SOLE DISCRETION) WILL RESULT IN WINNER’S DISQUALIFICATION AS WINNER OF THE CAMPAIGN, AND ALL PRIVILEGES AS WINNER WILL BE IMMEDIATELY TERMINATED.

8. Terms & Conditions: OTTO reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Campaign should virus, bug, non-authorized human intervention, fraud, or other cause beyond OTTO’s control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or proper conduct of the Campaign. In such case, OTTO may select the Winner from all eligible entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by OTTO. OTTO reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers or attempts to tamper with the entry process or the operation of the Campaign or website or violates these Terms & Conditions. 

9. Limitation of Liability: By entering, You agree to release and hold harmless OTTO and its subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers, and directors from any liability, illness, injury, death, loss, litigation, claim, or damage that may occur, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, from: (i) such entrant’s participation in the Campaign and/or his/her acceptance, possession, use, or misuse of any prize or any portion thereof; (ii) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunction of any computer, cable, network, hardware, or software, or other mechanical equipment; (iii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any transmissions, telephone, or Internet service; (iv) unauthorized human intervention in any part of the entry process or the Promotion; (v) electronic or human error in the administration of the Promotion or the processing of entries.

11. Disputes: THIS Campaign IS GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE USA, MAINE, AND MASSACHUSETTS WITHOUT RESPECT TO CONFLICT OF LAW DOCTRINES. As a condition of participating in this Campaign, participant agrees that any and all disputes that cannot be resolved between the parties, and causes of action arising out of or connected with this Campaign, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action, exclusively before a court located in MAINE having jurisdiction. Further, in any such dispute, under no circumstances shall participant be permitted to obtain awards for, and hereby waives all rights to, punitive, incidental, or consequential damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees, other than participant’s actual out-of-pocket expenses (i.e. costs associated with entering this Campaign). Participant further waives all rights to have damages multiplied or increased.

12. Privacy Policy: Information submitted with an entry is subject to the Privacy Policy stated on the OTTO’s website and mobile app. To read the Privacy Policy, click here.

OTTO South Boston’s ‘Tips for Kids’ program raises funds for local children’s organizations

Giving back has always been part of OTTO’s DNA since day one. When OTTO Southie (416 W Broadway) opened, the business model was designed to pay above average wages so that all tips could be donated to local youth-focused charities.

As a result, OTTO Southie has raised over $72,000 since March 2020.

Donation recipients include:
* South Boston Community Health Center’s Youth Ambassadors Program (YAP), a South Boston resource for teens to explore the realms of health, art, and community service.

* Condon Community Center, enhancing the quality of life for Boston’s residents by supporting children, youth and families through a wide range of programs and services.

* Edgerley Family Boys and Girls Club of South Boston, helping young people reach their full potential by providing a safe haven filled with hope and opportunity.

OTTO Southie will be featuring a different organization each quarter.

We owe a ton of thanks to the OTTO Southie staff and the generosity of our customers for making these donations possible. We know that, now more than ever, charities and community organizations need additional support to continue offering the services they provide. We’re grateful that OTTO Southie has been in a position to help, and we hope to continue this tradition through 2021 and beyond.

Condon Community Center
Southern Boston Community Health Center’s Young Ambassador Program

Vote for a chance to win!

Fall is almost officially here, which means Election Day is right around the corner. Here at OTTO, we believe in the importance of exercising your civic duty and voting in local, state, and national elections. To get you in the voting spirit, we’re giving you the opportunity to vote for your OTTO favorites and a chance to win free pizza…a lot of free pizza.

Throughout the next six weeks, let us know your vote in a ton of OTTO match-ups and enter to win a $250 OTTO gift card! Think, Cheese vs. Pepperoni, gluten-free pizza vs. vegan pizza, and dollops of sauce vs. old school sauce. Like and/or comment on our Instagram posts and cast your votes in our Stories and be entered to win the $250 OTTO gift card.

HOW TO ENTER: ⠀

  • Follow us here on Instagram
  • Like, comment, or vote in our posts and stories through November 3rd
  • Tag a friend in the comments on our posts

Giveaway ends Tuesday, November 3rd at 11:59 PM and the winner will be announced on Wednesday, November 4th.

While voting on your OTTO favorites is fun, we encourage everyone, whole is able, to get out (or stay in) and vote this year. Visit vote.org for more information on voting in your state.

Community Delivery: Casco Bay Islands

We’re continuing to offer our weekly community delivery to the Casco Bay Islands! Simply click on your location for instructions on how to order OTTO for community delivery. Our current weekly schedule includes:

Due to the limited delivery services currently available, we want to serve as many communities as we are able. Email erikm@ottoportland.com if you are interested in adding your town to our new community pizza delivery program

Chebeague Island

Wednesday also means our first island delivery of the week! Order online before 1PM on Wednesday using the order link below and meet us dockside (16 Stone Wharf Rd, Chebeague Island, ME 04107) between 4:15 – 4:40 PM to pick up your order.

To place your pizza order, click here and follow the below instructions. Please note: Orders must be placed by 12PM on Wednesday for community delivery.

  • Click ‘Delivery’
  • Enter date (Wednesday), time: 4:15 PM
  • Click START!
  • Select your dinner options from the menu: pizzas, combos, salads, appetizers, meatballs, dessert & wine
  • Once you have added all selections to your order, click CHECK OUT
  • You can sign in (reward members) or check out as guest
  • Make sure your name and email are filled out
  • Select address type: Community Delivery
  • Enter Street: 16 Stone Wharf Rd, Chebeague Island, ME 04107 (this is the only that will work, please do not enter your own address).
  • Ignore all the delivery time messages, time and date are already set, just click: CONTINUE TO ORDER DETAILS
  • Double check your order summary ($3 delivery fee and 10% gratuity is automatically included on all orders)
  • Click: CONTINUE
  • Finalize your payment with your credit card information (only pre-paid orders will be delivered).
  • PLACE ORDER

All pizzas will be delivered partially baked to be finished in the oven at your home. They’re easy to finish! Pre-heat your oven to 450 and place the pizza directly on the middle rack for 3-5 minutes until the cheese starts to bubble. If you prefer your pizza to be delivered fully cooked, just add it to the notes/instructions or email me after you entered the order. 

Diamond Cove

Diamond Cove is our first of three island stops on Fridays. Order online before 1PM on Fridays using the order link below and meet us dockside (1 Diamond Ave, Portland, ME, 04109) at 4:30 PM to pick up your order. Please note: due to the boat schedule, the pickup window is 4:30 PM to 4:45 PM, so please plan accordingly.

To place your pizza order, click here and follow the below instructions. Please note: Orders must be placed by 1PM on Fridays for community delivery.

  • Click ‘Delivery’
  • Enter date (Friday), time: 4:30 PM
  • Click START!
  • Select your dinner options from the menu: pizzas, combos, salads, appetizers, meatballs, dessert & wine
  • Once you have added all selections to your order, click CHECK OUT
  • You can sign in (reward members) or check out as guest
  • Make sure your name and email are filled out
  • Select address type: Community Delivery
  • Enter Street: 1 Diamond Ave, Portland, ME, 04109 (this is the only that will work, please do not enter your own address).
  • Ignore all the delivery time messages, time and date are already set, just click: CONTINUE TO ORDER DETAILS
  • Double check your order summary ($5 delivery fee and 15% gratuity is automatically included on all orders)
  • Click: CONTINUE
  • Finalize your payment with your credit card information (only pre-paid orders will be delivered).
  • PLACE ORDER

All pizzas will be delivered partially baked to be finished in the oven at your home. They’re easy to finish! Pre-heat your oven to 450 and place the pizza directly on the middle rack for 3-5 minutes until the cheese starts to bubble. If you prefer your pizza to be delivered fully cooked, just add it to the notes/instructions or email me after you entered the order. 

Long Island

Our second island stop on Fridays is at Long Island. Order online before 1PM on Fridays using the order link below and meet us dockside (104 Wharf St, Long Island, ME, 04050) at 5:00 PM to pick up your order. Please note: due to the boat schedule, the pickup window is 5:00 PM to 5:10 PM, so please plan accordingly.

To place your pizza order, click here and follow the below instructions. Please note: Orders must be placed by 1PM on Friday for community delivery.

  • Click ‘Delivery’
  • Enter date (Friday), time: 5:00 PM
  • Click START!
  • Select your dinner options from the menu: pizzas, combos, salads, appetizers, meatballs, dessert & wine
  • Once you have added all selections to your order, click CHECK OUT
  • You can sign in (reward members) or check out as guest
  • Make sure your name and email are filled out
  • Select address type: Community Delivery
  • Enter Street: 104 Wharf St, Long Island, ME, 04050 (this is the only that will work, please do not enter your own address).
  • Ignore all the delivery time messages, time and date are already set, just click: CONTINUE TO ORDER DETAILS
  • Double check your order summary ($5 delivery fee and 15% gratuity is automatically included on all orders)
  • Click: CONTINUE
  • Finalize your payment with your credit card information (only pre-paid orders will be delivered).
  • PLACE ORDER

All pizzas will be delivered partially baked to be finished in the oven at your home. They’re easy to finish! Pre-heat your oven to 450 and place the pizza directly on the middle rack for 3-5 minutes until the cheese starts to bubble. If you prefer your pizza to be delivered fully cooked, just add it to the notes/instructions or email me after you entered the order. 

Peaks Island

Meet us at the top of Welch Street, by the kiosk (1 Welch St, Peaks Island, ME, 04108) to pick up your order between 5:30 and 6PM. To place your pizza order, click here and follow the below instructions. Please note: Orders must be placed by 1PM on Friday for community delivery.

  • Click ‘Delivery’
  • Enter date (Friday), time: 5:30 PM
  • Click START!
  • Select your dinner options from the menu: pizzas, combos, salads, appetizers, meatballs, dessert & wine
  • Once you have added all selections to your order, click CHECK OUT
  • You can sign in (reward members) or check out as guest
  • Make sure your name and email are filled out
  • Select address type: Community Delivery
  • Enter Street: 1 Welch St, Peaks Island, ME, 04108 (this is the only address that will work, please do not enter your own address).
  • Ignore all the delivery time messages, time and date are already set, just click: CONTINUE TO ORDER DETAILS
  • Double check your order summary ($5 delivery fee and 18% gratuity is automatically included on all orders)
  • Click: CONTINUE
  • Finalize your payment with your credit card information (only pre-paid orders will be delivered).
  • PLACE ORDER

All pizzas will be delivered partially baked to be finished in the oven at your home. They’re easy to finish! Pre-heat your oven to 450 and place the pizza directly on the middle rack for 3-5 minutes until the cheese starts to bubble. If you prefer your pizza to be delivered fully cooked, just add it to the notes/instructions or email me after you entered the order. 

Back-To-School OTTO Gift Card Giveaway

Whether you’re learning from home or headed back into the classroom, back-to-school is probably looking a little different this year. We’re here to help make that transition easier. We’re kicking off the fall with a Back-To-School OTTO Quiz & Gift Card Giveaway!

Anyone who participates on Instagram will be entered to win a $100 OTTO gift card. Here’s how to enter:

  1. Follow OTTOPORTLAND on Instagram (if you already follow us, skip to step 2!)
  2. Answer any of the quiz questions in our stories or posts
  3. Tag a friend in the comments

The more questions you answer (and it’s okay if you answer incorrectly), the higher your chance of winning the gift card. Plus, learn a few fun OTTO facts along the way! The winner will be annouced on 9/17/2020.