Odd Duck

If it’s ever your first time in Austin, or even a seasoned local, I recommend you to try odd duck. The friendly staff is what first caught my eye as soon as I walked in the door, and it was the staff’s attentiveness that blew me away. Glasses were always full with water and dishes were meticulously explained. The drinks were fantastic (bourbon eggnog). The chicken heart skewers were a bit too salty for my liking but the texture was good. The ceviche was nice and fresh and the quail was amazing. The cornbread was honestly the highlight of the meal with the wagyu coming close behind. Overall I’d highly recommend this restaurant and I’d go back in a heartbeat if I were in Austin again.

I have to say this restaurant serves great food consistently! All the flavors blended well. Their cornbread comes in a small skillet warm and buttery. The sweet potato salad with pork belly was delightful as was the red fish and mushroom pasta. Grilled chicken hearts were good for what they are but not high on my list of food I like. 3 of us shared everything we ordered. Wanted to try the pork shoulder as well but never made it that far. Portions are ample. Definitely worth trying when in town.

This one has been in our list to try for a while and we finally made it in. Right off the bat the food was amazing and the service even better, from the hostesses to our bartender/ server. There are a couple of things that absolutely stand out though. First, the cornbread on a skillet. No exaggeration but it's the best I've had in... maybe ever. The butter they put on top, just the right amount of sweetness with a most dough. Seriously, get it. Then there's how they serve the meal. They recommend sharing vs ordering singly. Great 'cause that's how we usually eat. Each dish was brought out separately, with just the perfect amount of time between each one. I swear that they must be discreetly monitoring their tables because the pace was so perfect; you finish a dish, hand a little conversation and then the next one comes out for you to enjoy. It's really a great experience because the table never feels cluttered or anything rushed. The menu is seasonal and changes regularly, so that's plenty of incentive for us to go back. So long as they keep the cornbread....

It’s safe to say that I had quite the luck of picking Odd Duck for a recent anniversary dinner. Austin has so many great places to eat, and I am convinced that this is one of them. The wait staff were friendly and helpful, but most importantly, understanding and considerate. The food was EXACTLY what I expected it to be, which was amazing. The prices are fair for what you get and the restaurant environment. As a nice touch, the staff also surprised my partner and I with free champagne flutes and dessert to celebrate our anniversary, which capped off a great day for us. The complimentary valet was a nice surprise as well that I wasn’t expecting, and the valet attendant was courteous and professional. I will definitely be returning to Odd Duck at some point hopefully soon and encourage you to as well. The food I ate for reference was the cornbread, chicken hearts, wagyu strips, and beer battered squash. ALL of it was a hit, but my favorite was definitely the cornbread. A piece of my steak was a little tougher than my liking on the outside but the rest of the experience makes up for it. It was also nice to have the table I reserved ready and available when I arrived slightly early.

Great spot. We had a large group so they created a training menu for us. It was amazing! He service was remarkable and was a huge factor in making the meal so enjoyable. The bar was also on point. We had quite a few of the cocktails available and they were all great. Very memorable restaurant. 10/10, I would recommend.

If you are hungry and looking for a good spot with delicious food and good cocktails, definitely stop here! The service here is nothing but good, and the food is very flavorful and very delicious. Since you're here, you might as well have cocktails, which are really good. Thre food servings will definitely accommodate two people. The staff here are friendly, and did I mention the food is delicious! So, if you find yourself in the Austin area and are craving a good atmosphere, good service, good people, good cocktails, and really delicious flavorful food, definitely stop here! It's probably best to call ahead and make reservations. You will not be disappointed!

Incredible experience. We booked reservations for the chef’s table and highly recommend. It was great to see the kitchen staff prepare food and especially the bar staff make drinks. One thing I noticed is that no one touched the drink garnishments or straws with their hands. Tongs were used in every step and I loved it! The food was also delicious.