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Charlie Bird

3.7 (588 reviews)
ModerateItalian, Seafood
Open • 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
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Been here a few times and always good. Highly recommend the crudo and the beef tartare. Pastas change from time to time. The Agnolotti

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Maddy R.

This place was a perfect place for a few appetizers on the go. We got fried chicken and fries and were super pleased by everything. The staff was kind, we could tell our server wanted us to order more food and get drinks. We aren't the type to get drinks usually, just water. But, with his persuasion we got a non-alcoholic mojito. It wasn't our favorite, kinda tasted watered down. But the place is gorgeous and has a really cute inside. Definitely a good place for some wine and freinds!

Megan H.

Didn't like this spot very much, it was super overpriced and food was mediocre. The servers were nice and friendly, and it was easy to get seated on a Friday night but the only thing I really liked was the complimentary focaccia bread and the farro salad. We also had the Tuscan fried chicken, hand cut fries, gnocchi and saffron cavatelli, which were all okay. The olive oil cake was not as good as other ones I've had so would pass on this place.

Vanessa T.

Enjoyed a dish from each section of the menu and was pleased until the mains! My friend knew the chef personally and was gifted the new pasta dish and the amazing arancini! Aside from the mains being unpleasantly small everything tastes amazing! Love how the chef has created a menu thats very cohesive! The lovely server was kind, attentive and very friendly! The cocktails I personally wouldn't get again but were very refreshing. Dessert was delicious!

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Christina W.

A friend and I made 8pm reservations for dinner at Charlie Bird this past Sunday evening. It's a cozy, semi-romantic, chic spot with great energy and a delicious small menu. We tried the raw oysters (super fresh), the Saffron Cavatelli (just the right amount of heat and a layered, complex flavor), the Gnocchi Rosa, and the Chocolate Budino for dessert (which was yummy enough that we ordered a second helping). I enjoyed a Soho Rickey off of their cocktail menu, as well. The servers were so sweet and welcoming. The music wasn't too loud, and we had an overall positive experience. I have already referred Charlie Bird to a few friends.

Leesa T.

Charlie Bird has a great summer terrace to sit and relax. The world goes by when you sit and listen to hip hop. The menu is unique and leans towards Italian flavors. Although they had fried chicken on the small plates. There was a fusion happening for sure. We ordered a burratta with peaches as our starter. It was delicious! My favorite part of the meal! The service was quick and not rushed. The seating outside is by far the best option.

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Carly L.

This place is cute and pretty spacious, great for larger groups. Their Monday burger and martini special for $30 is a steal! Separately, martinis are $15 and burgers are $20 on Mondays. I had the 50/50 martini and it was delicious. We also had sides of broccoli rabe and cauliflower. The food was good, but not exceptional.

Food was delicious. We had the crudo tasting, farro salad, tagliatelle, fries and pork chop. Delicious flavors and great service.

Nicole T.

They say that their plates are designed to share, but honestly the portions are small, and you would need 3 pastas and some small plates or a large plate to fill up 3 people. The menu is very small, and changes from time to time Each of the pastas will come with some chili oil and it is such a good combination, but I didn't feel that the pasta itself was anything special. I would come back only for the chili oil combo with the pasta The Foccocia bread is great, and good to snack on while you wait since it takes a bit of time for the pasta/mains to come out

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Oriana F.

For the price point, the food wasn't worth it. It came cold too! The service was great & the place a a nice cool vibe but really not worth $400 meal! I ordered the $17 bubbles & later my girlfriend asked for a taster of a different kind. The server was nice enough to give me a taste too & then decided to switch it without letting me know! This new bubbles was $28 a glass! Yikes! I wasn't very pleased at the end of the night when I found out he had switched without letting me know!

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The patio is fully covered/mostly enclosed. Some of the sidewalk patios are covered by an awning but for the most part are exposed to the elements.

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Crab House Times Square - Room for corporate meetings

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