Odd Duck
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Odd Duck

Austin, Texas

Photo: Henry Rogers-Lu

Farm-to-table without the precious energy. Odd Duck sources almost everything from Texas farms and manages to make that feel like a flex, not a constraint. The plates are meant to share, the wine list is short and thoughtful, and the kitchen has a quiet confidence that comes from knowing exactly who they are. One of the few restaurants in Austin that's gotten better every year.

Insider tip

The roasted bone marrow with smoked marmalade is a signature for a reason. Don't overthink it — order it first.

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