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We were aching for something new for Monday lunch so we decided to give Redbird Scratch Kitchen Sam Hughes a try. After all, we had gone to the original one on the west side and loved it. We were properly greeted and sat at the bar. It did take a little bit to get drinks going but in their defense, we were the first ones there. We ordere a couple of beers and they were nice and cold. It was also martini special for Monday and they all looked good. Hubs ordered a burger and it was huge. I ordered a carne asada taco, pollo asado and birria. All good, birria had a weird but good taste, the carne asada was a bit salty and I loooove salt and the pollo was delicious. No rice or beans, just the tacos come with the order. The place started to fill up around noon . Lots of business people enjoy the lovely place and surroundings for lunch. It wasn't too loud. I'm overall great, will def be back and try something different.
Good. Service was best part of the experience. Food was decent, not generous though. Rather open & large seating areas with trendy pops of color. Overall, good 1st time visit but the food was skimpy. Appreciate the scratch kitchen & the delicious non alcoholic beverages, too. A little pricey for the serving size.
I saw a social media post about nachos in Tucson, and majority of the comments pointed towards Redbird as having the BEST nachos in Tucson...I had to see for myself. The elote nachos are right up my alley - and they were FANTASTIC! Such a fun twist on nachos with excellent elote flavor and perfectly seasoned birria. They aren't your typical nachos and that's what makes them so good. I've been thinking about them since! The kids Mac and cheese was also very tasty and comes in a fun noodle shape you don't see everyday. Paired with fruit and fries, my toddler was happy as can be...as was I! Have to shoutout to our server, Madeline - we bonded over her sharing her name with my toddler. She was wonderful!
This was my first time eating at this establishment. I used to go when the location was Rincon Market. I never made it to Floras, so I was anxious to see what Redbird would bring. I met with two friends for lunch and was not disappointed. I love what they have done with the space- clean and spacious. I like also that it opens up to Sonoran. The hostess was welcoming and gracious. We had reservations, and I recommend them. Even though the restaurant businesd can be slow in the summer, they were packed! Our server was, in a word, fantastic! We loved the extra touch of warm hand towels at the end of our meal. Two of us had burgers and fries; one of us had tacos Everything was correct in temperature, large in proportion and delicious!
Diving thru my husband asked me to find a place to have food. Redbird came up and we stop for lunch. The place is nicely decorated with bright murals and plants. Our server was very attentive and he explained everything was made from scratch. We ordered a chicken sandwich and shrimp tacos. The chicken sandwich had so much sauce it was messy to eat but, flavorful. The shrimp tacos were meh, the corn tortillas were not from scratch and were braking apart (I don't recommend those tacos). I loved that our server brings us wet towels to clean our hands after our meal.
First time here! Food was pretty good, we had a big party for a family member birthday. They accommodated us well. It was when USA and Paraguay had their match so the bar was busy and lively! Parking can be a hit or miss, took some time to find a space so consider adding time for that when going. Loved the ambiance of real plants around us! Dim lighting. I would like to go again to try something other than the ceviche! The salsa were pretty good too!
Finally checked out the new Redbird location. The food was good. I had the elote nachos which are technically an appetizer but the portion was large enough to be a meal. I added carne asada and guacamole for $5 each and both were worth it. The service was good as well. Our server was friendly and overall we had a positive experience. One thing though is that the restaurant can get a bit loud, especially since the tables are pretty close together. During our visit, we could easily hear conversations from tables next to us. Seemed like the couple next to us were having an argument, which isn't exactly what you want to hear when trying to enjoy a meal. To be clear, that's definitely not a reflection on the restaurant, just an awkward situation that happened during our visit. Overall, Redbird was a great experience. It's a fun spot to meet up with friends and the food was solid. I'd definitely come back.
Zach, oh Zach... master manipulator of the dining experience. What an absolute treat having you guide us through our dining adventure! The recommendations, the pretzels that felt like a warm loaf of home. Truly excellent. The crisp Diet Coke washed down full flavors and ushered us into a feeling of completeness.
We had dinner at Redbird while visiting Tucson for a conference. We were told the menu would have something for everyone, and it was a relatively convenient drive from our hotel. W head a group of six. We were able to get a same-day reservation, and were seated immediately. Our server was Abby and she was so friendly and helpful. We all thought the menu looked amazing and there were many things we'd like to try, including the mocktails. Many of us ended up choosing the Mangorita mocktail- the description of the tajin rim is what sold us, and we were not disappointed! A few in our party got burgers, one got tacos (which came with an adorable array of pickled veggies on the side) and the rest of us got taco salads topped with various protein. This was not a boring taco salad from my youth! This was delicious and unique, with candied peppers, pickled carrots, pepitas, and more. Everything was gently tossed in avocado like vinaigrette and it was amazing. I could eat that every day! Highly recommend Redbird!
My son had been wanting to try this place so when I was in town we went there for dinner. So many options to choose from. He had a burger and I had a chicken sandwich and we both loved them. So many other delicious options to choose from. Looking forward to our next visit.
literally one of my favorite restaurants, great happy hour, great food, great service. I swear i'm in there at least once a week, the elote nachos are a must and the burgers and wings are hearty! i have yet to try something here that i don't like. Love the place and the people, staff are amazing and friendly and the hand towels at the end of the meal are a fabulous touch!
Red Bird has been on my list for quite some time sand last Saturday was my opportunity for lunch. At 50, I had my share (honestly, more than my share) of nachos over the years, and I think their elote nachos were the best I have had. I really enjoyed the birria as an addition. I also had one of every taco they had and they were very flavorful. My wife also enjoyed her salad. The place was clean and the hostess was friendly. Our waiter seemed disinterested and we felt he tried to rush us. I am unsure why, as there were empty tables and we wanted to enjoy our appetizer. The waitresses serving the other tables were attentive to their customers. Luck of the draw I guess.
1 month ago
If you want your taste buds to be shook , come to Redbirds!! Make sure you ask for Brooke! She was so knowledgeable about the menu. I usually don't love the cocktails here but it was happy hour, how could I say no?? She reccomend the strawberry margarita and it was the best drink I've had here by far. We ordered wings and fries and we also got 2 $1 glasses of champagne to celebrate their 1 year anniversary. The tv had the cubs game on (go cubs!!!) everyone around me seemed to be having a great time. I look forward to coming back to take advantage of their happy hour specials! This is a great addition to the neighborhood. Thank you Brooke for a great experience! read more
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Sergio P.
HI Clarissa, thanks for coming in and for the great review! We’re so…
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We were aching for something new for Monday lunch so we decided to give Redbird Scratch Kitchen Sam Hughes a try. After all, we had gone to the original one on the west side and loved it. We were properly greeted and sat at the bar. It did take a little bit to get drinks going but in their defense, we were the first ones there. We ordere a couple of beers and they were nice and cold. It was also martini special for Monday and they all looked good. Hubs ordered a burger and it was huge. I ordered a carne asada taco, pollo asado and birria. All good, birria had a weird but good taste, the carne asada was a bit salty and I loooove salt and the pollo was delicious. No rice or beans, just the tacos come with the order. The place started to fill up around noon . Lots of business people enjoy the lovely place and surroundings for lunch. It wasn't too loud. I'm overall great, will def be back and try something different. read more
Good. Service was best part of the experience. Food was decent, not generous though. Rather open & large seating areas with trendy pops of color. Overall, good 1st time visit but the food was skimpy. Appreciate the scratch kitchen & the delicious non alcoholic beverages, too. A little pricey for the serving size. read more
I saw a social media post about nachos in Tucson, and majority of the comments pointed towards Redbird as having the BEST nachos in Tucson...I had to see for myself. The elote nachos are right up my alley - and they were FANTASTIC! Such a fun twist on nachos with excellent elote flavor and perfectly seasoned birria. They aren't your typical nachos and that's what makes them so good. I've been thinking about them since! The kids Mac and cheese was also very tasty and comes in a fun noodle shape you don't see everyday. Paired with fruit and fries, my toddler was happy as can be...as was I! Have to shoutout to our server, Madeline - we bonded over her sharing her name with my toddler. She was wonderful! read more
This was my first time eating at this establishment. I used to go when the location was Rincon Market. I never made it to Floras, so I was anxious to see what Redbird would bring. I met with two friends for lunch and was not disappointed. I love what they have done with the space- clean and spacious. I like also that it opens up to Sonoran. The hostess was welcoming and gracious. We had reservations, and I recommend them. Even though the restaurant businesd can be slow in the summer, they were packed! Our server was, in a word, fantastic! We loved the extra touch of warm hand towels at the end of our meal. Two of us had burgers and fries; one of us had tacos Everything was correct in temperature, large in proportion and delicious! read more
Diving thru my husband asked me to find a place to have food. Redbird came up and we stop for lunch. The place is nicely decorated with bright murals and plants. Our server was very attentive and he explained everything was made from scratch. We ordered a chicken sandwich and shrimp tacos. The chicken sandwich had so much sauce it was messy to eat but, flavorful. The shrimp tacos were meh, the corn tortillas were not from scratch and were braking apart (I don't recommend those tacos). I loved that our server brings us wet towels to clean our hands after our meal. read more
First time here! Food was pretty good, we had a big party for a family member birthday. They accommodated us well. It was when USA and Paraguay had their match so the bar was busy and lively! Parking can be a hit or miss, took some time to find a space so consider adding time for that when going. Loved the ambiance of real plants around us! Dim lighting. I would like to go again to try something other than the ceviche! The salsa were pretty good too! read more
Finally checked out the new Redbird location. The food was good. I had the elote nachos which are technically an appetizer but the portion was large enough to be a meal. I added carne asada and guacamole for $5 each and both were worth it. The service was good as well. Our server was friendly and overall we had a positive experience. One thing though is that the restaurant can get a bit loud, especially since the tables are pretty close together. During our visit, we could easily hear conversations from tables next to us. Seemed like the couple next to us were having an argument, which isn't exactly what you want to hear when trying to enjoy a meal. To be clear, that's definitely not a reflection on the restaurant, just an awkward situation that happened during our visit. Overall, Redbird was a great experience. It's a fun spot to meet up with friends and the food was solid. I'd definitely come back. read more
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15 days ago
Zach, oh Zach... master manipulator of the dining experience. What an absolute treat having you guide us through our dining adventure! The recommendations, the pretzels that felt like a warm loaf of home. Truly excellent. The crisp Diet Coke washed down full flavors and ushered us into a feeling of completeness. read more
5 months ago
We had dinner at Redbird while visiting Tucson for a conference. We were told the menu would have something for everyone, and it was a relatively convenient drive from our hotel. W head a group of six. We were able to get a same-day reservation, and were seated immediately. Our server was Abby and she was so friendly and helpful. We all thought the menu looked amazing and there were many things we'd like to try, including the mocktails. Many of us ended up choosing the Mangorita mocktail- the description of the tajin rim is what sold us, and we were not disappointed! A few in our party got burgers, one got tacos (which came with an adorable array of pickled veggies on the side) and the rest of us got taco salads topped with various protein. This was not a boring taco salad from my youth! This was delicious and unique, with candied peppers, pickled carrots, pepitas, and more. Everything was gently tossed in avocado like vinaigrette and it was amazing. I could eat that every day! Highly recommend Redbird! read more
My son had been wanting to try this place so when I was in town we went there for dinner. So many options to choose from. He had a burger and I had a chicken sandwich and we both loved them. So many other delicious options to choose from. Looking forward to our next visit. read more
28 days ago
literally one of my favorite restaurants, great happy hour, great food, great service. I swear i'm in there at least once a week, the elote nachos are a must and the burgers and wings are hearty! i have yet to try something here that i don't like. Love the place and the people, staff are amazing and friendly and the hand towels at the end of the meal are a fabulous touch! read more
Red Bird has been on my list for quite some time sand last Saturday was my opportunity for lunch. At 50, I had my share (honestly, more than my share) of nachos over the years, and I think their elote nachos were the best I have had. I really enjoyed the birria as an addition. I also had one of every taco they had and they were very flavorful. My wife also enjoyed her salad. The place was clean and the hostess was friendly. Our waiter seemed disinterested and we felt he tried to rush us. I am unsure why, as there were empty tables and we wanted to enjoy our appetizer. The waitresses serving the other tables were attentive to their customers. Luck of the draw I guess. read more
8 months ago
Adorable restaurant with a great outdoor patio. I ordered the freshly squeezed lemonade along with the fried shrimp tacos and shared the super waffle fries with my friend. The shrimp tacos were flavorful. The batter was just right with the perfect seasoning. I decided to go with the mild salsa and got pickled veggies on the side which were amazing. Words can only describe how delicious the super waffle fries loaded with cheese, tomatoes, guacamole and maybe some other stuff,the fries were yummy. Lastly, our waitress was great and attentive. This is definitely a spot I would recommend. read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Shakira, thanks for coming in and for the great review! So glad…
1 month ago
The nachos were incredible! Like a million flavors exploding in your mouth!! Also our server Lola was amazing! read more
24 days ago
Wonderful ambiance, delicious food, tasty drinks, great vibes, fantastic service! New fave spot! read more
Our experience last night was definitely 5 star worthy! Tried Redbird on a whim and it was quite busy with an hour wait for a table indoors but the hostess offered a spot in the patio and it was great. We had a table on the sidewalk side and it was fun watching all the street activity and people. We were lucky enough to have Brooke as our server and not only did she provide excellent service all around but her shining, warm personality is what truly stood out for us. My guy had Appleton Estate rum and Coke but the Gold Grade Martini was calling my name. Delicious pineapple drink shaken and poured tableside - what a treat! We started with the pretzel appetizer which is served with a really nice triple cheese sauce, mustard, roasted and candied peppers and garlic confit. It's definitely elevated and is probably the best pretzel appetizer I've ever had. My guy had the BBQ Bacon Burger and I had the Early Bird Burger. Both were cooked to perfection and the smash patties have a nice crust and are really juicy. We also had a serving of waffle fries. Now I'm not a big fry person and waffle fries are always so thick and heavy but not these! Light, crispy and expertly seasoned. We also ordered some Mac and cheese to go simply based on that cheese sauce served with the pretzel and were glad we did. My guy ate a bit of it reheated at home late last night and said it was sooooo good. We took a lot of food home so we've got a full lunch waiting for us in the fridge today. I highly recommend Redbird and should you get Brooke as your server well, it's your lucky day! read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Kathy, thanks for the great review. We’re so happy you found us on…
13 days ago
10 months ago
Different location same great flavor and service. I'm happy to know the food is consistent from the original spot. This place is fresh, welcoming , modern and a good time. It fills up fast so make a reservation. I'm a creature of habit I got the elote corn nachos with chicken. Those are dangerously delicious. I love that they offer a full bar , plenty of seating and access to the place next door. Brooke my waitress was exceptional! She was personable, attentive and sweet. read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Chantel, thanks so much for coming in! Really glad the new spot…
Friends, Redbird achieved a holiday MIRACLE. We took a notoriously hard-to-please out of town guest here (background: this family member has been neutral or negative about at least half a dozen of our favorite local spots), and he really liked it! Dare I say, he may have even loved it. He finished his whole plate. He complimented the food and ambience both while we were in the restaurant and then again as we were saying our goodbyes in the parking lot, AND he mentioned bringing other people here next time he's in town. Truly, we've never achieved this kind of success with any other independent restaurant we've taken him to. Tips for any trip to Redbird: - the Garlic Confit Pretzels are a must-get appetizer - the Elote Nachos are delicious - the seasonal cocktails are super fun and always delicious We'll be back, both on our own and with guests in tow. read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Betsy, this might be our favorite kind of win! We’re thrilled to…
I was in Tuscon, looking for a fun place close to my hotel (Aloft) to meet 2 of my friends and Redbirds on 6th came up. I made a Thurs. 7:00 dinner reservation for 3. Upon arrival, we were greeted and seated at the requested high tops. I took note that, there was restaurant side and then a nice market side. The atmosphere is fun and trendy and quit large. It was quite busy for a weeknight at 7:00. Ava our server introduced herself, very friendly and attentive and patient, as my friends and I were talking way to much and not looking at the menu LOL. We ordered cocktails while looking over the menu. There are a lot of dining choices for every taste. We ordered the Garlic Confit Pretzel to start. My friends ordered the 3 shrimp and 3 Birria Tacos. I chose the Redbird Classic Burger and a Large Waffle Fries. The cocktails were great along with the Pretzels and Waffle fries. The Tacos seem small on the protein portion. both my friends thought they were good, not a Wow. I thought my Redbird Burger was OK, again good but not Wow. I'm glad I tried this place. Would I come again, only out of convenience. Atmosphere: Fun and Trendy. Service: excellent. Food: good read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Melody, thanks so much for coming in and for the feedback! Really…
We celebrated a friend's birthday at Redbird Scratch Kitchen, and it was such a great experience! Our server, Carissa, was absolutely wonderful. She was super friendly, attentive, and she went out of her way to make the birthday girl feel extra special. I kicked things off with the Pretty Pink Mule, and it definitely lived up to its name. It was gorgeous and delicious. For my meal, I ordered the Harvest Salad with chicken, which was incredible. Fresh, flavorful, perfectly balanced, and definitely my new go to. I also snagged a bite of someone's Elote Nachos and WOW... they were so, so good. They bring you warm hand cloths at the end of the meal which was a neat touch! The vibe of the space is cool and inviting. It got pretty busy around dinnertime on a Monday night, so I would recommend grabbing a reservation just to be safe. All in all, a fantastic spot for good food, and great drinks. I cannot wait to go back! read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Sarah, thanks so much for celebrating with us! Really glad you…
Redbird Scratch Kitchen is a welcome addition to the spot where Flora's Market used to be. Parking is still a bit of a challenge, but I lucked out and found a space. I didn't have a reservation, so I grabbed a seat at the bar, which has a nice setup with large TVs for watching sports. Service felt a little shaky. The bartender let me know she'd be with me shortly, but it took a while to get water and put in an order. A manager seemed to be stepping in to help, so maybe they're still getting their rhythm down. The food was pretty good, and the drink selection was solid. I'll give them another try, hopefully it was just an off night for service. read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Erick, thanks so much for visiting us and for the feedback. We're…
11 months ago
Super busy Friday night when we went, so parking was really difficult, especially with a UA football game and tour de Tucson happening that weekend. Service was great and we were able to snag seats at the bar. Bar staff kept checking in on us while we waited for our food and water was usually always refilled timely. Food came out a little late but it was also super busy, so understandable. Food was great and flavorful! Small portion of waffle fries was just right amount to share with 2 people and their ketchup and ranch dipping sauces were tasty! The chicken burgers were moist and bun was delicious, too. At the end of our meals we got warm hand towels to wipe our hands, which was a nice touch. Although we didn't get the beef burgers, I would have liked to have ordered them if they weren't smash burgers. I miss seeing thicker beef patties rather than smash burgers, but I get it's easier to cook and more convenient. It would be nice if the doors didn't always open anytime someone walked in, especially since it was a very chilly night but that's how the building used to be set up for as a grocery store and it does make it more accessible for folks. Definitely going to come back...hopefully when it's not too busy :) read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Abigail, thanks so much for coming in and for the feedback! Really…
11 days ago
2 months ago
Heading back into town with my sister we decided to stop and have some lunch at the Redbird in Sam Hughes. This was our first visit to a Redbird. We arrived around 12:30, and no wait time to be seated. The interior is very clean, bright and colorful. Our server was great, and very helpful. My sister ordered the grilled shrimp tacos. She said they were delicious and she cleaned her plate. Ha ha I ordered the Harvest salad and it was delightful! I loved the crunch of the almonds and sweetness of the fruit. It had crumbled feta and the entire salad was very filling! We had a great first visit and plan on returning. read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Becky, thanks for giving us a try and for the thoughtful review!…
4 months ago
Food- ordered chicken sandwich - if you are like me that you want your chicken crispy and well done? Then you will not be disappointed with Redbird version! Service was great. Ambient looking good. I would raise the tables a bit on the side benches. Thats just a suggestion. read more
2 months ago
Ashley our server was AMAZING !! We had a table of 16.... She was so patient making sure everyone had what we ordered , double making sure orders were correct etc YOU DESERVE A RAISE!! read more
First time here. Bright festive dining area was attractive and the open concept was adjacent to Sonoran House coffee/bar which was a bit confusing but it flowed well. I was greeted immediately by a cheerful server who offered water, menus and asked if I wanted a beverage while I waited for a friend. I really enjoyed the look of Redbird, open, murals, a sports bar area, and as the lunch crowd arrived a lively atmosphere. Apparently they are known for their burgers which looked massive. Fresh ingredients were apparent and several tacos, salads and wings were also available. My tacos were delicious and came with several salsas which were a fun addition to sample. The hardscape design was attractive but as the room filled up it was somewhat noisy. Overall a lovely experience! read more
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Sergio P.
Hi Julie, thanks so much for stopping by and for sharing such a…
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