Nothing about Odette's is run of the mill. Not the bubbly light fixtures or the quirky photography, and certainly not the menu. How about lamb meatballs with saffron mustard for brunch? Or wild mushrooms served with a truffle pancake and cashew cream? In the evening the more cafe-ish items are replaced with dishes for sharing. It gets hectic on weekends.
Odette's
Ponsonby & Karangahape Rd
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