I haven't written a review in a while, but when I do, it's usually to rave about the good food, astonishing staff and amazing establishment we have visited. Unfortunately, this review is not good at all due to the lack of class, judgment, and inadequacy of this establishment. We came here on a date night because we heard nothing but great reviews on this place. We were seated by a very unpleasant hostess who made it known she did not want to be there at all. We waited for a while for a server to come up to us to get our drink order, but that never happened. I was reluctant to leave at first, but then noticed that there was another table across from us a family of four with two kids who were having the same problem too. They waited patiently as we were, but no one was around to serve us because they were all standing at the bar being loud and goofing around. At that point I had enough and we walked out. I have now read the most recent reviews on this establishment after I left and I should have done that before we came here. A lot of unpleasant reviews have been posted for the past six months about this place. So apparently there's a reason why I had the experience I did as everyone else did recently. It's a shame because the Old reviews prior to the past couple of months were phenomenal. Oh wait you guys must be permanently closed by now as one of the other posts said. Now you should understand why. It is what it is, Right? read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place was great. Beautiful place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Very clean and food was so delicious. Only thing is that when i asked for a to go box they mentioned they had none. I dont always finish the food and i am not one to let food go to waste especially paying for it! Why its not a full 5 stars. read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Simple Breakfast - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

I didn't know that Bluebird Kitchen offered brunch, so I was happy to come here when I was in the mood for some French Toast. The Challah French Toast was so delicious! The raspberry compote added a fantastic, bright fruitiness, and the whipped mascarpone was the perfect, light, and not-too-sweet finish. This was a dish that I'd happily order again. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I came here on a weekday, so the restaurant was very quiet.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was nice (but a bit slow). I definitely recommend this restaurant for brunch. read more

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I decided to finally go in and try this place. I had a bourbon drink ("I wanna dance with somebody") and it was very good! The menu changes with the season. This menu had drinks made after songs from the 80s (cute idea). [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bar is nice. The bar and high tables have hooks for you to hang your bag.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Although I only went here for drinks, the restaurant offers a variety of options to choose from. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is very clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the color scheme.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would definitely go back and esp to try the food. read more

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I went here with my family for brunch on my bday and had a fabulous time. Food was fantastic and service was just as great. I would return and try other brunch options and mock and cocktails were delicious too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I would say the vibe is very contemporary diner or modern American farm and nice to bring groups.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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We came here for a birthday party but had meaning to try it out for a while because we pass it every time we're in Merrick/Bellmore. Biscuits are one of my biggest guilty pleasures so any brunch spot that has them on the menu will naturally get my attention. And Bluebird Kitchen's honey/cheddar biscuits do not disappoint, including soaking up the very tasty short rib eggs Benedict. The fried zucchini was nice and crispy, and the salad was big enough to be an entree by itself. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service and ambience are nice too- would happily come back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Well I can't speak to how the food was because after we were seated by Ms Personality (the hostess), we were pretty much ignored for 16 minutes before we ending up leaving. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was 4:30pm on a Saturday afternoon and it was dead there. Saw maybe 3 other tables occupied and that's it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One of tables appeared to be having the same experience as us. The frustrated looks on their faces and constantly looking around for someone, anyone to serve them. To be fair our not so pleasant hostess did provide us with water, although mine was in a visibly chipped glass. A simple mistake that could've been simply corrected had we been acknowledged at all after that. It appeared that the staff was too busy hanging out & joking around. We heard nice things about Bluebird prior to this. Then just the day before we decided to check it out we were told they were closing soon. Guess we now know why that is. read more

What an awesome addition to the Long Island food scene. This spot is literally everything. Super simple, yet super cute, the dining area held a lively crowd when we came in on a Saturday night during restaurant week. The best part was that every individual at the table had the option of ordering from either menu rather than collectively ordering just off of one menu. So much of a relief. The food was DELICIOUS! You can tell the ingredients are fresh and that there was thought and intention to the items on the menu. The S'mac and cheese was yummy, and ironically not too cheesy, but I wasn't mad about it. My short rib gnocchi was nothing short of outrageous. And I don't usually get gnocchi. I ended up ordering from the restaurant week menu and ended with the chocolate chip cookies. What solidified the five star review was when I dropped my fork. Literally moments later our server came up with a new set of utensils because "he heard the drop". Talk about impressed. Not only did he do that he was just an attentive and kind server. Coming back here and bringing people for sure! read more

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We've driven past here so many times on our way to other restaurants and I've been intrigued but when I looked at the menu and didn't see a single plant-based option, I figured it wasn't for me. My family has eaten here and enjoyed it so I figured I'd take a chance and see what they could veganize on the menu. Unfortunately there isn't much, literally two things, a salad where they'd leave off the cheese and a risotto where they'd leave off the shrimp. So it's disappointing as far as food goes, if you're vegan. What made my experience here way better than expected was our fantastic and attentive waitress, Juliet. Sometimes when I go to similar restaurants where they don't consider dietary restrictions, I feel unsure about communication with the kitchen, but I felt she went above and beyond with this. She also was super on top of anything and everything we needed at the table. Five stars for service! The risotto I ordered was fine. Despite leaving off shrimp, it's the same price and that's annoying. 28 dollars for a basic risotto won't have me wanting to return, unfortunately. With so many restaurants offering up plant-based options that are creative and amazing on Long Island (and I do mean in non vegan restaurants), I'd opt to go elsewhere. read more

Had a great, first time experience. The ambiance is bright and clean. Even the color of the walls was soothing. We ordered: - Steak & Eggs: 2 eggs any style, grilled denver steak, grilled house bread, everything seasoned home fries - Roasted Turkey Sandwich: slow roasted herb turkey breast, lettuce, tomato, bacon, spicy mayo and house chips The server was also the hostess. Food came out quickly. It was a quiet Tuesday. Check out was easy using a QR code on the receipt. read more

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Sadly my first (updated) review for 2026 won't be a positive one. I really wanted to enjoy my New Years Eve dinner at Bluebird Kitchen, but the food and service were severely lacking. We ordered from the pricey "Special Menu." I don't mind paying up for good food (especially on a holiday), but this was a genuine ripoff. The $25 tuna tartare/Avocado appetizer was wet, mushy and tuna tasted old. I ordered the "Slow Roasted Prime Rib", nothing "prime" about the hard, gristly, burnt slab of beef I received. Truffle mashed potatoes, served cold, had large hard pieces of uncooked potatoes; inedible. Caesar salad ($16) was a small portion and tasteless. Our distracted server didn't listen to my order (necessitating a visit by the manager to avoid a $35 overcharge for something I didn't order), and we were rushed out in less than an hour. I believe in second/third chances, but any establishment capable of handing out such a poor experience will not see me again. read more

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I came here on a Saturday at 1pm. We called ahead to make a reservation for a party of 8. (They ask you to call to reserve for bigger parties) The inside is very beautiful and they were definitely busy for weekend brunch so highly recommend getting a reservation. We were seated right away at 1, but we did not have a waitress come over to us until we flagged one down a half hour later. At that point, we ended up putting our drinks and food in at the same time. I had an espresso martini which was okay. I believe it is on tap, but I think I prefer them to be created individually each time. I also ordered the chicken and waffles. It was three chicken tenders between four waffles. The lemon herb butter was so AMAZING, but the hot honey was not hot/spicy. The chicken was tender/not dry and the lemon butter tied it all together so nicely. Our waitress never came in to check in on us at all, we even had to hunt her down to order a second round of drinks. She ended up forgetting one of the drinks and after sitting for some time, she just dropped off the check, not asking if we wanted anything else. She was initially friendly but by the end, was extremely short and had an attitude. I'm not sure if they were short staffed or what the issue was, but the service was not up to par. It was very disappointing because the food was good. Not sure if it makes it worth it to come back. read more

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Why does no one mention this used to be Red Robin? I think thats hilarious... this restaurant is a far cry from that vibe. [[HIGHLIGHT]]A nice light and airy feeling restaurant with a Hamptons feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plenty of room for private parties or large groups.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Fantastic cocktails and very good brunch. Service is attentive. Typically the service seems better during dinner, I feel like its drastically less staffed and customer occupied for brunch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My only critique is the right side booths can use a nice wipe down.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Otherwise, great place with good eats! Id recommend an engagement party, baby shower or rehearsal dinner here. read more

This place is gorgeous aesthetically first of all. Everything we ordered was fantastic. From the mocktail to the honey biscuits to the spinach and butternut squash salad. Absolutely fresh and so scrumptious. I'm still thinking about it weeks later! read more

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Finally got around to trying this spot although passing it multiple times over the years. We dined here for an early Mother's Day Brunch the day before the holiday. I booked our family's reservation through Open Table and they had a spot to fit the eight of us. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was open airy and welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The brunch menu has a good variety of options between sweet and savory items. It has something for everyone. Half our table went for the simple breakfast. My sister in law got waffles and my brother in law and I got the creme brulee pancakes. Everyone really enjoyed their meals. My father in law who is usually a hard sell ate everything on the plate. My mother in law was raving how much she loved her scrambled eggs and the house made sourdough bread that came with the meal. My husband also loved the bread and the bacon he ordered. The creme brûlée pancakes were nice and big in size. It was plenty to share with my 19 month old. The pancakes were fluffy and buttery. The custard bruleed topping was sweet enough that the syrup wasn't needed with the pancakes. I loved that it was served with fresh strawberries and blueberries. I ended up taking the rest to go and the pancakes were great the next day. We got good food and great service. We would consider coming back in the future. One note is that they do have a 3% credit card fee, so if you want to avoid that then pay cash. read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Pink Lady - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

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Went for lunch with my family a few weekends ago. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is very large and has a lot of great natural lighting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It kind of reminds me of an upscale diner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu is huge and they have a lot to offer for any and every diner. Food was fine, nothing really blew us away but tasted fine. I would return for a low key lunch or a quick easy dinner. I will say service was kind of slow considering it was a pretty quiet day. read more

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I came here for a close friend's 40th birthday brunch this past Sunday. We were placed in a semi-private room with a long table. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space was well-lit and pleasantly painted with modern colors and cute cartoons of blue birds. The restaurant felt fresh, modern and lively but oddly relaxing at the same time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bathroom was also very cute with bluebird cartoons.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was excellent - all cute young attractive men (it was hard to notice and also wondering if that was on purpose) who were attentive, accommodating, friendly but also efficient. Their brunch drinks such as Bellinis, were a very generous pour. Food was very good. I enjoyed the avocado dip with zucchini fries although pretty salty, mini hot dogs were well seasoned and didn't fall apart! Most of all- I highly enjoyed their pastry basket, especially the honey butter biscuits - savory, buttery and slightly addicting. I was even more excited to see those same honey butter biscuits as part of my breakfast eggs. read more

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The atmosphere here was laid-back and easygoing, with a bit of a Hampton vibe--but be ready for Merrick prices. While the ambiance was relaxed and the music in the background set a decent tone, it's hard to say you'll find good value in the meal. The service, though, was excellent--attentive and friendly, which is always a plus. As for the food, it was just okay. This is my opinion since others like the texture. The waffle portion was on the smaller side and softer than I'd like. The egg sandwich was "alright," but it could've done with a bit more time on the grill. The honey biscuit, which I was most excited about, unfortunately didn't live up to expectations. No one at our table finished their meal, but we took the leftovers home just in case. If you're after those laid-back Hampton vibes without quite the matching experience this spot might still be worth a try. Let's see in the future how lunch items taste. read more

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The first time I would have , but after today I wouldn't. Very short staffed , small portions. Hard to get waitress attention b/c she was seating people, taking orders , making drinks it was impossible for her to do all of those jobs at the same time and as a result, we receive something that wasn't Our, and she said to just enjoy it that it was her error. I ended up getting charged for it anyway, but the truth is I couldn't wait to get out of there. Honestly, I don't know if I will go back again. read more

I was super excited to come here for their doggy brunch but unfortunately had a terrible experience. Food was terrible. Chicken sandwich had no flavor and the bun was dripping with oil. Fries were soggy. Lamb burger was ok but nothing amazing. Lobster Mac also was mediocre. There were three options for the dogs - lamb, chicken or beef. This was likely meat that was going bad and they wanted to get rid of because my dog got extremely sick the next day (see photo). At no point during our meal did our waitress come over to ask how our food was or if we needed water or more drinks. We constantly had to flag her down to request more water with ice. It was SO hot and there really wasn't much of a crowd so I was unsure why she was so inattentive. The sun was so strong so we asked the waiter if we could move an umbrella. He begrudgingly moved it about 2 feet and did not understand that the umbrella needed to be behind the table to block the sun. at the end of our meal another waiter came over and awkwardly asked if we wanted the check. They usually close at 2:30 but our reservation was for 2:30 and there were other people still dining outside so it was just uncomfortable because staff clearly did not want to be there. Overall, terrible experience. Would not recommend. I only went because the instagram looked fun but I should've known social media is always a lie. read more

This is my first time in this location, I was working in the neighborhood and decided to stop by and have lunch today. Had a really amazing menu a lot of variety. I would almost say it was kinda difficult for me to choose. But I went with the chicken sandwich, coleslaw hot honey, and french fries. It was delicious. I may go back for brunch with my husband on Sunday just to try out the brunch menu. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was great the ambience, bright and cheerful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] On a scale of 1 to 10 I would rate the service a 5. I always say that everybody has to try something at least once, but I'm willing to go back and check it out over the weekend and see how the brunch me read more

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The food was amazing and delicious. I ordered the grilled chicken salad. Chopped. DOS and the chef knew exactly what was requested. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I went during lunch so the Ambiance was perfect for the occasion.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Grilled chicken Caesar salad, chopped - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

My family of five arrived right when the restaurant opened, and the place was completely empty. When we asked for a table for five, the hostess seemed completely confused and stared at the computer for about ten minutes before asking someone else for help. After waiting several more minutes with no explanation, my husband finally asked what the problem was. At that point, the waiter and hostess told us they couldn't accommodate us--even though the restaurant was still empty (I mean not a single customer in there at this point). They said the best they could do was give us a table for an hour and five minutes. This also isn't our first bad experience here, which made the situation worse. Needless to say, we won't be returning. read more

I want to like the place but things like this drive me nuts. $18 for a waffle for a child with choc chips. read more

Bluebird Kitchen - $18 Waffle for a child - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

Checked to make a reservation and according to Open Table which showed the earliest time was 8:00. On a whim we decided to drive over and check it out anyway. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was fairly empty when we got there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Opted to eat outside and the sun is a major problem. The umbrellas offer very little help.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] A shame and until such time as they resolve that doubtful we will return. read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

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Very cute restaurant, but the service was a bit slow. We waited a while for our food, and then got the wrong appetizer. We ordered the pigs in a blanket, but they gave us a basket of pastries instead - I get that mistakes happen, but they didn't even apologize about the mix up. The pigs in a blanket were good though, so it wasn't a huge deal. I also got the garden scramble bowl as my main. The bowl didn't have much seasoning or flavor to it, but they gave us salt and pepper to add on if needed. I was also a bit disappointed because they didn't have any specific coffee drinks or flavors to add to a latte. Usually most brunch places will have a coffee menu, but I just ended up getting a bellini instead. I'm glad I tried this place out because I've seen it on Instagram, but not really my vibe so I probably wouldn't come back. read more

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Just awesome We love this place! Maggie our waitress is making it epic! Eggs are just done to perfection. The bacon a bit overdone but still delicious. The pancakes we could kill for. Everything is just top notch. read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Nice crowd on Sunday afternoon - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

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Dined in restaurant with my wife and 2.5 yr old twin toddlers so you know we didn't have a lot of time. Went early enough so there was literally no wait and we were seated promptly. Boys split an order of their kids chicken cutlet and fries (they're picky and don't eat a lot) and wife and I ordered drinks. Boys food came out quickly so they were occupied while we sipped on our cocktails. For our entree's, we ordered Chicken Milanese and the Brick Chicken (our go tos) and everything was fantastic. Ended the night with chocolate chip cookies with milk and vanilla ice cream (that the boys did eat) Cookies were soft and chocolate was melt in your mouth warm. Since it was early enough, the inside was lively, but wasn't loud that you couldn't hear yourself think. Would recommend! read more

Great service and ambiance but unfortunately, the food was very bland. We came for brunch. Small portions and even less taste. We ordered the chicken & waffles, parfait, and avocado toast for our main dishes. Chicken was pretty bland and overly cooked and so was the waffle. If you're coming here for drinks and the ambiance, cool...but I'm not convinced of the food. read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Avocado Toast - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

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The food was delicious and tastes homemade. The recommendations were genetic. Chicken sandwich was juicy, the flatbread couldn't be finished it was just huge. Service was attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And I love the layout and relaxed vibe it has going for inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Tasty chicken and savory waffle. Also loved the eggs Benedict. Nice find for Brunch. Eggs Benedict with short ribs were different but delicious. read more

Menzamenz .....truffle flatbread and pigs in blanket were good. Hot Honey Chicken sandwich was uneditable. Chewy like rubber. Hamburger was ok. Good Sangria. French fries nothing special. It was ok but for $120 you want more than ok. read more

An overall quite satisfying experience that came with high expectations but ultimately delivered. Having passed by Bluebird on several occasions and hearing positive feedback I was intrigued by the atmosphere and ambience of the restaurant, and it delivered in providing a vibrant interior and an even more enjoyable outdoor setup. The food also delivered as the pigs in the blanket were a variation of your standard while the chicken Milanese was nearly perfect. As chicken Milanese is one of my favorite dishes, the chicken was thin and cooked perfect while the arugula salad provided the balance of the taste with ample amount of shaved Parmesan. Service kept things moving while not feeling rushed. Definitely on my rotation for future visits. read more

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The smash Mac and cheese was amazing! Not sure why it's called smashed but it's super cheesy with a hint of lemon zest which blew us all away. We weren't sure it would go with cheese but it was so tasty! The zucchini and eggplant fries were lightly battered with avocado hummus was delish. The guys had the brick chicken which they enjoyed. The other of us had the burgers. One of us had truffle fries and regular fries. I do love truffle but I thought it was a bit too truffly. The service was on point and he was attentive. A nice place to go to for dinner read more

I have tried to email you but I get a mailer demon back to the email you provided Al@mozzarellaholdings.com read more

Had brunch here today. It was ok. This was honestly nothing special. I got the seasonal frittata which was sweet potato, kale or arugula and some cheese I forgot what they said. There was barely any cheese or sweet potato. The potatoes were good. Service was also good. We were checked on a few times which was nice. I'd go back to try something other than brunch read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Frittata - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

Really great spot. Food is fresh and is farm to table. I went with the Italian wedding soup with a roast beef sandwich and it was very good, especially the soup. And the dessert, my goodness. Had an Oreo cheesecake that was o e of the best I've ever had. Highly recommend going ! read more

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The service was excellent the food was very tasty really enjoyable I definitely recommend!!! read more

I came to Bluebird Kitchen for a dinner date and they did not disappoint. Ive been meaning to try this restaurant for a long time just never got the chance. It's a month later and im still thinking of the dinner I had! We were seated immediately, and the ambience was really cool and chic. Our waitress was very friendly and informative also gave great suggestions on things to try. I really appreciate that she didn't rush when looking at the menu and she understood we wanted to take our time choosing since it was our first time visiting. We chose a Caesar salad for our appetizer which was large enough to feed 3,the croutons were so tasty! Our dinner entrées were delicious and such a good presentation (as pictured).We usually don't do dessert, but the banana split sundae sounded so good. We couldn't pass up the chance! It was so good and had pieces of chocolate around the homemade ice cream I would highly recommend this Sundae. It is good to share! Overall Blue bird kitchen is wonderful for anyone looking for a great meal, and a nice ambience(good music too) 10/10 read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Banana split sundae - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York

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We came here for brunch and everyone loved their meals! I got an avocado toast. It was elevated from a basic avocado toast with wasabi caviar. I like the little bird decorations throughout, they are really cute. The inside decor is really pretty. I am dying to come back for dinner and try the chicken Milanese. read more

Bluebird Kitchen - Avocado toast, added poached egg. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Bellmore, New York