I have rarely had a meal that I said "wow" with every bite. An hour later I am still talking about…read moreit. I would happily drive the 2 hours back to Livingston just for the redfish. My husband had the pork chop that was amazing as well. Super cute place where the owner himself checked on us. We can't wait to be back.

I finally made it out to Blue Duck Kitchen & Bar and honestly, it exceeded every expectation I had…read more This isn't just another local restaurant -- it's the kind of place that makes you genuinely look forward to going out to eat. Right from the start, the atmosphere hit the perfect balance: lively and inviting but not overwhelming. Whether you're heading there for a casual dinner, drinks with friends, or a date night, it feels comfortable and relaxed without ever feeling generic. The décor and layout are thoughtful -- not flashy, but definitely memorable. The menu? Outstanding. Every dish I tried was clearly prepared with real skill, not just thrown together. The flavors were bold without being heavy, fresh without being confusing, and absolutely balanced. I started with an appetizer that was creative and flavorful, and each course that followed kept building on that good first impression. Portions were generous, too -- plenty of food without feeling like you're overstuffed. What really sold me was how every plate tasted intentional. You can tell the kitchen cares about the details -- the way flavors layered, the way textures played off each other, and even how each dish looked when it was served. That kind of consistency is rare, even at places that think they're fine dining. Service was equally impressive. Our server wasn't just friendly, they were attentive without hovering, knew the menu well, and offered recommendations that genuinely improved our meal. It's always nice when staff can talk about food like they actually enjoy it themselves -- it makes the whole experience feel a lot more personal. I left feeling completely satisfied -- not just because the food was great, but because the entire evening felt thoughtful from start to finish. If you want a place in Livingston that combines quality food, a great vibe, and service that actually elevates the experience, Blue Duck Kitchen & Bar is absolutely worth your time. Five stars well earned -- I'll definitely be returning.

I don't smoke and this place was full of smokers. It was fairly crowded and might be fun for…read moreelectronic darts or pool, but... the air was difficult for me.

Nice bar with great customer service, good music, and a fun pool tables. Just watch out--some…read morepeople might try to steal your glasses(my meta glasses a medical device for me) & dance right in front of you to distract you. This is not ok. Plus She grab the pool stick out my hand and went for the break, but didn't break anything except our patience.... Overall, an awesome spot to hang out.

Every single time they are out of something, or a waitress says "we never really had that". Or,…read morethey make the food wrong. They either ignore requests to remove things or the kitchen doesn't read the ticket and makes it their way. This place is horrible and only gets service because it's on a short list of places to eat in a small town. Go somewhere else.

Ladies and gentlemen if your in the mood for ASTRO BASEBALL and COLD ADULT SODA. This spot doesn't…read moreeven foul tip.. the egg rolls are a staple and are on point everytime and the servers are a well oiled team:) thank you

I found this huge place when I was staying in the area for a while. I went on Karaoke night a few…read moretimes and was surprised by how good the singers were! Friendly folks and an authentic Texas roadhouse.

Loved the drag queens! 10/10 Would definitely recommend for your next bachelorette party!!read more

If I could leave negitive stars I would. Walked in at 1:20 and was told we couldn't come in because…read moreno one could come in after 1:30.....then while we were leaving the owner cussed us out. Super friendly....

Rude people go somewhere else. Plenty of places to go where nice people will be happy to serve…read moreyou.plus it needs to be called weeds couldn't find the stairs to the place because they don't mow.

Food is good cookex when you order so ifx always hot. They call your name over speaker and you have…read moreto pick it up. It's a bowling alley. I go to watch my friends bowl. They are super nice let me watch I dnjoy it often

This is a great place! I totally recommend going if it's in your area! There's arcades and bowling+.read more

Great place to hangout out doors and enjoy a beverage, a burger, and some great fried pickles.read more

Beautiful day for a drive and a burger with friends led us to Hilltop Icehouse. Ordered jalapeño…read moreburgers and a cheeseburger. All were very tasty with thick Patty. Onion rings were home made. Ate on the back patio which was quiet and away from the cigarette smoke around the bar. I'd eat here again while in the area without hesitation.

Great vibes, beautiful outside area. Bar area is nice, the food truck they have does outstanding!…read moreThis is a great spot in magnolia to hang out, catch up with friends, unwind after work!

Larkin is an amazing server, top tier! Everytime I come she is welcoming and fun! If ya'll come…read moredefinitely ask for her

The attentive wait staff were excellent. We had attention from waiters, servers and even a manager…read moreto address our needs. We loved the setting: sitting outside with golf course views, no piped in music so we can converse plus several big screen Television so we could track the football games The salsa was excellent. Very fresh guacamole. Good chile relleno. Excellent Paloma. The four of us will be back! This place is a hidden gem!

The service was excellent and the food hasn't been "syscoed." We have been looking for a decent Tex…read moremex restaurant for months and found this one on the way back from Houston. So thankful.

Lovely spot for conversation, jazz music and excellent food. Ambiance is great. Owner Diana is a…read morewonderful chef and warm and welcoming. There are maybe 6 specials every night. You'll enjoy your time with friends while you wait for your food to be made to order. BYOB!

The owner is very nice and a great atmosphere to enjoy a glass of vino. Check this small wine spot…read moreout in a great location.