Odd Duck Austin

Odd Duck sits on South Lamar Boulevard, a twenty-five-minute walk from the shops of South Congress Avenue. The room runs smart, serving a creative contemporary fusion menu that changes with the local harvest. It is a ten-minute walk from the water at Barton Springs Pool.

Choosing this over the neon-lit corridors of South Congress is the draw. While that thoroughfare relies on heavy pedestrian traffic, this stretch of South Lamar offers a measured pace. You trade the constant hum of the city centre for a deliberate meal near Zilker Park. It is the better choice for those who want creative cooking without fighting the crush of the nearby tourist districts.