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Platypus is located at 4501 Manchester Ave. in the Grove. Credit: Michelle Volansky
DuckBill’s Chooch’s Gourmet Popcorn Chicken with a selection of sauces, including buffalo, barbecue, agave mustard, sweet chili and ranch. Credit: Michelle Volansky
Crispy tofu from DuckBill. Credit: Michelle Volansky
Hand-cut fries. Credit: Michelle Volansky
Chooch’s Gourmet Popcorn Chicken from DuckBill. Credit: Michelle Volansky
The Withered Derby. Credit: Michelle Volansky
The Gluvine Margarita made with agave, mulled wine reduction, lime and tequila. Credit: Michelle Volansky
Cocktails at Platypus. Credit: Michelle Volansky
Withered Old-Fashioned. Credit: Michelle Volansky
From left, co-owners Tony Saputo and Meredith Barry. Credit: Michelle Volansky
The patio seats 30. Credit: Michelle Volansky
Here and there on the walls are black and white photographs of friends who have passed away. Saputo’s friend, Brian “Shagy” Kennedy, who passed away from cancer 11 years ago, the mural behind the main bar is in his honor. Credit: Michelle Volansky
There are three distinct dining areas at the bar. Credit: Michelle Volansky
DuckBill is in charge of the food Platypus and is operated by Grant Heman, who was previously at Retreat Gastropub. Credit: Michelle Volansky
The space features lots of artwork, including some commissioned murals. Credit: Michelle Volansky
The 3,500-square-foot space has three distinct dining areas. Credit: Michelle Volansky
The cocktail menu changes daily and includes five house cocktails. Classic cocktails and bartenders’ choice are also available. Credit: Michelle Volansky
The bar at Platypus. Mural by Jason Spencer of Killer Napkins. Credit: Michelle Volansky
From left, owner of DuckBill Grant Heman, and co-owners of Platypus Tony Saputo and Meredith Barry. Credit: Michelle Volansky

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