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    Blackbird Kitchen

    4.3 (31 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Divey
    Outdoor seating

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    Birria tacos
    Angel H.

    This place is like hidden in a tavern which was very neighborhood friendly. We sat & got our drinks very fast. The kitchen didn't open until 4 so we we only had to wait like just a few minutes. Got the 3 Birria tacos & wedges. The wedges were hot & seasoned good. The tacos were crispy & very delicious. The consume was good but it needed something. Maybe a little more spice or something. But I was very pleased & will certainly return!

    Atomic fireballs
    Amber H.

    Wow! This place is a hidden gem, I wouldn't be surprised to see it blow up in Columbus. It's located inside woodland tavern, we were lucky enough to get a spot at the bar and ordered there. The atomic fireballs were amazing, very creamy Mac and cheese inside and the aioli added a nice kick (I didn't think they were too spicy) I had the birria tacos and they were AMAZING. So flavorful and delicious. It's so simple (the beef, cheese, tortilla and onion) but I think that's what makes it good bc you get to enjoy the flavors in it. Boyfriend had the birria Crunchwrap and in his words "it f***in slaps" . There was nothing left on his plate. We had to practically roll out of there bc it was so good and filling. Can't wait to go back and try more. The only thing I will say is at night (especially on a Saturday) the bar is busy. If you want your food hot and fresh, make sure you keep an eye out for your food by the kitchen. I don't believe woodlands has servers.

    Street corn
    Kennedi P.

    Located inside of Woodland Tavern. The street corn was immaculate and the birria tacos were cooked to perfection. Service -- satisfactory. Also, the bar area is really nice place to hang while you wait for your food.

    Birria tacos and double smash burger
    Alex M.

    Good food. Good prices. Had the double smash burger and the birria tacos. Burger was good and tacos were as well. If I came back I'd try the birria crunch wrap. Good beer selection as well.

    Smash burger  and Crunchwrap birria
    Patti C.

    Great food and service, loved the smash burger, Mac & cheese balls, crunch wrap, shrimp tacos! It was a zoo though - didn't know there was live music, while they were a good band it was way too loud, to the point could not even talk to the person sitting right next to me. Definitely going back, just not on a band Friday night.

    To go burger
    Fawn C.

    I had heard whispers of this great new kitchen within Woodlands Tavern. I'm always up for some good authentic food found off the beaten path. Since I'm not sitting in bars drinking currently due to the pandemic, I decided to place a dinner order online. That is always tricky for me because my husband is allergic to eggs. I ordered a little bit of everything because I wanted to be able to taste what they had to offer. I just couldn't resist. I felt a little at east about ordering online because they had a dedicated notes area. So I requested all aioli to be on the side and no mayo on the burger due to an egg allergy. I placed the order and crossed my fingers, hoping that they would read the note and take it to heart. When I arrived at Woodlands and made my way to the back at the end of the bar they asked if I wanted to place an order. I let them know that I had placed an order for pick up online. That was when a woman came out from the kitchen to personally speak to me. She kindly let me know that many of their items have egg in it. For example, their buns and their atomic fireballs. She waited to do my order because she wanted to speak to me directly. I have never had that happen before. That a restaurant cares so much to get the order right, but cares about the health of those ordering. She was amazing. She allowed me to change out the atomic balls for an additional hamburger. She left all aioli off the food to ensure that none got on the food items. She made sure I was pleased with the substitutions. She was friendly and caring. I could not have been more happy and I had not tried the food yet. We dove in when I arrived at home and everything was delicious. The Birria tacos were delectable, full of flavor. The did come with accompanying sauces. The red, almost liquid sauce was my favorite. Dipping the Birria taco in that added another dimension to the taco. I loved it. My husband was thrilled with his burger. He was also impressed with the flavoring. The fries were crisp. The crispy shrimp taco was also great. The pickled red onion played off the spicy sauce I added to it so well. In the future I will try the Atomic Fireballs. I can not rave enough about the customer care that I received from the kitchen employee at Blackbird Kitchen. The food was done so tastefully balanced. The flavors worked in harmony and were so pleasing to me. You should give their amazing food a try. You will not be disappointed.

    Birria taco dipped in consume

    I'm tentative to even post this review because I don't want one of my secret spots to blow up but it's too good not to share. If you're looking for birria tacos - this is your place! Blackbird kitchen operates out of Woodlands Tavern on 3rd Ave in Grandview. The food is phenomenal! $8 for 2 birria tacos with simmered beef with red chiles, melted cheese, cilantro and onions. On the side is consume (like a beef stew) for dipping! The tacos are filling and mouthwatering. Also highly recommend the crispy potato wedges on the side. For an appetizer, the atomic fireballs are spicy Mac and cheese bites with a Sirarcha aioli (on Monday's they are only $3). You can stay and eat at Woodlands which is a casual bar or also place an order to go. Hurry and go before the secret is out!

    Birria crunch wrap.
    Michael R.

    I never thought I'd say one of my favorite food spots is inside a bar but here we are. From their birria tacos to their burgers everything that comes out of this kitchen is spectacular. Pictured is their new birria crunch wrap.

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    Everything is good. Great ambiance. Weekly specials on the blackboard. Very good service

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    Great place for social interaction, good live music, TVs for sports and those WINGS.. baby.. find the flavor you like .

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    Outstanding Tacos! Unique take on the dish...incredible Flavor! Would go back if traveling to Columbus!

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    The food is good and service was great. Noise level is on the higher end as a lot of people come to watch sports and or concerts.

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    After a four-hour delay on a connecting flight, I arrived late and just wanted something easy…read morenearby for dinner. I'm glad I stopped here--despite being a "chain," it exceeded expectations. Service was impressively quick. I started with the "Hot & Juicy" cocktail--excellent--and ended up ordering a second after dinner. The salsa roja had a nice kick and came with plenty of chips (easily enough for two). I made the rookie mistake of ordering two tacos--they're huge. One would have been plenty. The "Swipe Right" was the standout; the "Gangsta" was good, though the beef could've been cut into smaller, more manageable pieces. Overall, a very solid meal. Total with tip: about $70.

    This place gets busy, so expect a wait anywhere from 20-45 minutes. My recommendation is to reserve…read morea table or give them your phone number When you check in and they will text you when your table is ready. Overall the service was good! The food was creative and tasty there are many options on the menu including Kangaroo, yes kangaroo! I didn't have that but what o did have was good, you'd likley be full after tacos and you likely so not need more Than two but for kicks and fun go all in you won't regret. The restaurant is creative and fun to look at it, you'll notice something different at every glance, the nose level is medium to high. All in all I enjoyed it and would go back if for some reason I have to be in Columbus again.

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    Stopped in while in the Arena District for quick bite and beverage. Ordered Chips and Salsa (Ancho…read moreSalsa) which was ok but also ordered Quesadilla for apps and it was like a mini version (two bites) that i wouldnt order again for $12. Also note they intentionally serve this as burnt cheese (oozing out the side). Beverage wise, we ordered Nadarita(s) and they were small and little weak. Felt like college bar service and quality. Our server Khoi was nice and professional, but rarely saw him (never returned for additional drink or chip orders). Will visit again but have different expectations. Thanks Nada.

    I am a California native and lived in Arizona for 16 years. I have become skeptical of Midwest…read moreMexican food restaurants, but this place had great reviews, so I decided to give them a try. Wow, I am so glad I did. This was the best Mexican food I've had since moving from Arizona last year, and the service from Andrew was incredible. My teenage son and I loved the chips and salsas, and it was very evident that everything was made fresh in house. I had a refreshing margarita. My son ordered the quesadilla and loved it. I asked Andrew for a taco recommendation, and he said to get the pork al pastor. He did not steer me wrong. Those tacos were delicious, full of flavor and texture. I wish I could give Nada more than five stars. Everything about our meal there was awesome. I was happy to recommend it to other friends during the rest of my conference.

    Blackbird Kitchen - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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