Shy Bird is great spot to grab dinner with friends. I came here with 4 friends and we all really enjoyed our meal. I got the smash burger with fries (so good) and the blood orange spritz which was super refreshing and fruity (just how I like it). The smash burger comes with a special sauce, American cheese, and shredded lettuce with a side of either fries or greens. I love a special sauce, and theirs is delicious. At this Fenway location, they have the layout of the space planned out/sectioned off nicely. By the bar you're seated either directly at the bar or at hightop tables in an area with bright lights and there's tv's on playing sports (basically picture your classic bar scene), but then they also have normal low-top seating near the bar (which is more like your regular restaurant experience), as well as a whole section that is dimly lit and has a date night vibe to it. Pretty cool how they can pull off the different vibes within the one space and it all works. read more

Great location in the Fenway. They have a decent wine selection, and the service is great. My wife and I sat at the bar, and the bartenders were quite supportive. read more

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Stopped into ShyBird before a Red Sox game. Love that they had reservations available and could accommodate our larger party ... We sat down at 5:30 and wasn't greeted by our waiter until 5:55. When rushing to a game that's problematic. The service is the reason I took off a star. Our waiter wasn't knowledgeable, in attentive and didn't seem to have a care in the world while we pleaded for some attention to our table. The bar cranked out our drinks pretty fast but unfortunately couldn't master a dirty martini. The drinks off the cocktail menu were definitely better but the speed was good. The food was the highlight! The smash burger is the best I've ever had. Artichokes were top tier, Brussels incredible and chicken sandwich was so tasty and everyone was happy, even the vegetarians. I'll be back before a Red Sox game simply because the food was incredible and the convenience of a reservation. But if I see that same waiter again, I'll request a switch. read more

Shy Bird - Smash burger. Best around Fenway. - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Pretty loud on a Friday night. And packed. I was glad we had a reservation. Our server was very nice and friendly. We ordered a couple of glasses of wine (pink, orange) - not bad but felt a bit watered down but then maybe that's just how they taste?! The food however was absolutely delicious. We ordered their combo - any one app, one half bird, and one dessert. We got the crispy brussel sprouts, the piri piri chicken with half fries half salad, and then the sticky toffee cake with maple ice cream. The brussel sprouts had that sweet spicy flavor and definitely crispy. The piri piri sauce was finger lickin good. Right on the mark flavor-wise and not too spicy either. The half fries half salad was the right call as a side. The dessert was also tasty especially that caramel sauce. We enjoyed our dinner! read more

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Didn't know that chicken nugget sauce could be THIS good!! Absolutely fell in love with the spicy and delicious shybird speciality sauce; and that sauce flight was a great hit when you're with a group so it makes fighting for sauces easier! Now on to the drinks...THEY ARE STRONG! Man oh man, I was not expecting the to be so strong, but hey, guess it worth the money! The service was very smooth and amicable. Genuinely wish I remembered my waiter's name but he was soooo nice and chill! Looking forward to trying the viral chicken Caesar wrap and the coffees because they look GOOD! read more

Shy Bird - Drinks - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Second time here, this time for brunch! Love the ambience- feels really warm especially in this cold winter weather outside. Also the place was packed! That great to see businesses thriving. I ordered the breakfast plate without bacon - came with scrambled eggs, Iggys toast and fried potatoes. Good portion. Eggs were fluffy but without any seasoning and they also did not have any salt and pepper on the table. I did also have to ask for jam for my toast which came in a squeeze pouch which was actually nice to just squeeze onto the toast. The potatoes were quite good well cooked and seasoned- I just would prefer them roasted rather than fried. I also wish they had omelettes. The hubs had the wrap and others had the half bird either fries and the egg white avocado bowl which all looked good. They have unlimited coffee for breakfast and lunch which seems nice for the coffee drinkers! Service was friendly. Will be back! read more

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I just moved to Boston from Maryland and am living in the Fenway neighborhood. I've been eager to try this place, but I had to cancel my order after seeing two people in the kitchen not wash their hands. One person was rubbing their eyes repeatedly, and the other was picking her teeth. Neither of them stopped, and then she went back to handling food. I'm really disappointed. Who puts their finger in their mouth and then goes back to making food?? read more

Best chicken Caesar wrap I have ever had hands down! I got the regular Caesar dressing and holy cow I want to eat this every day, and I could! The crispy croutons and loads of Parmesan taste like heaven! I will dream about this chicken Caesar wrap! Great ambiance and a great place to work! Will come back to Boston just for this wrap. read more

Shy Bird - Chicken Caesar wrap - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Ambiance is excellent. A little dark, but not so much that you can't read the menu. We sat at a mini booth for two...very cozy, at a window tucked away from the hustle. Our server made some suggestions because we said it was our first time. She was lovely and gave great recommendations. We started with two old fashions, one traditional and one pear...both were excellent. We ordered the Shy Birds Dunks (fried chicken chucks) and the flight of sauces...which includes 5 different dipping options. So glad we did! I would go back just for the dunks and the sauces. So good. Crispy yet juicy on the inside. The variety of sauces is so good! Tangy, savory, sweet, tart, spicy...I couldn't decide which one I liked best. We also tried the thumblina carrots...delicious but needed a bit of salt, and the spicy maple grain bowl, which was fantastic, and the fried chicken sandwich, which was also fantastic. The grain bowl had so many textures and flavors going on...from shaved roasted Brussel sprouts to pieces of sweet roasted squash to delicious chewy grains, to a delicious sauce that brought is all together. The chicken sandwich was on a perfect bun, the fried chicken was perfectly cooked, and the dressing was perfectly tangy...and s generous helping of shoe-string fries...a 10. And, we even tried dessert...the toffee caramel cake was one of the best desserts I've ever had. The vanilla cake was so perfectly dense yet fluffy at the same time, and was drenched underneath caramel ice cream and a huge pour of rich sweet toffee. Again, would go back just for this dessert. Check out the pictures...you'll see what I mean. read more

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A delectable rotisserie chicken experience! The Piri Piri Chicken was a stellar dish overall: the meat was sauced and seasoned wonderfully, perfectly cooked, had a slight kick, and was substantial for a half bird size. The fries were great too, with a hint of rosemary. Stop by for sure! read more

Shy Bird - Dinner Menu as of 1/31/26 - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

My partner and I got the breakfast wrap w side salad and piri piri chicken w fries - TASTE: 3/5 - liked the pepper jack, avocado, and hot sauce in my wrap, but was expecting more from the piri piri chicken's bright & spicy sauce TEXTURE: 4/5 - stuffed wrap, tender chicken, and crisp fries PRICE: 4/5 - knew the price points would be higher, total came to $42 SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - filled us up for brunch before the Red Sox game SERVICE: 4/5 - made a Sunday 12:30pm reservation online and the space was super busy. Appreciated that our waitress checked in w us if we were in a rush for the game (we weren't lol), but food still came out faster than expected, about 15min after ordering ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - tall, airy, and vibrant space. Crazy to see how much the Fenway area has changed over the years PARKING: 4/5 - got a metered street spot by Beacon St x Armory St and walked over read more

Shy Bird - Piri piri chicken w fries - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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A great place to grab some food during a Sox game! Quick walk from Fenway- but just enough to get away from the chaos and noise. Definitely recommend if you want to just have a nice meal before/after the game with casual vibes and some good food! We shared the chicken bites, strawberry watermelon salad, and the char sui wraps. They were good, but nothing crazy. Decent food, decent prices, but a really good time! Our waitress was so sweet and attentive, even during the hustle right before a big game. read more

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Perfect study/work spot. I visited Shy Bird on a weekday morning for the "Work from Shy Bird" deal. Of note you need to make a reservation! I didn't realize but the staff kindly still accommodated me, but they can provide an outlet and longer seating time if you have a reservation. The restaurant itself is beautiful with a big open space, lots of windows, and a beautiful patio for nice weather. They have a specific menu which includes breakfast items, sandwiches, half chicken, and salads/grain bowls. Theres also a specific drink menu which includes all the nice coffee drinks (latte, mocha, etc) and also matcha, hot chocolate, and chai lattes. Theres also a tea list! Drinks can be hot or iced. I tried the Calabrian chicken salad wrap with the rosemary fries, which was so yummy. It wasn't spicy but has a little kick, and was fresh and yummy. The rosemary on the fries was super tasty. I tried the match and chai latte and both were excellent. Would especially like to highlight how good the service was! Everything I ordered came out so fast and all the staff members were so sweet and accommodating. Definitely try out this spot! read more

Shy Bird - Matcha latte - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I really wanted to love Shy Bird after hearing so many great things about their chicken Caesar wrap. While I didn't get the wrap itself, I did try all the components separately, and the Caesar salad ended up being my favorite part of the meal. The dressing-to-lettuce ratio was spot on, and it was overall super solid. The rest of the food was just okay. The chicken didn't really stand out, and the sauce we chose wasn't a hit for me (though that could be on us for not picking the best one). We also tried the spicy tuna, which was fine but nothing memorable. I'm open to giving it another try, maybe going straight for the wrap next time. For now, it didn't quite live up to the hype for me. read more

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Dined here with a friend before a concert at MGM Fenway. We shared the whipped ricotta with hot honey and we both had the 1/2 roasted chicken. Food was delicious. Beautiful, cozy space with friendly servers. Our only criticism was the size of the tables- they are tiny. We hardly had space for the plates and glasses after they brought out food. We made it work. read more

Shy Bird - 1/2 roasted chicken - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Overall a really trendy place with cute decor and a good outdoor space. It's also in a convenient location if you're going to a game or concert in Fenway. The staff here was super friendly and on top of anything that we needed. The food was ok not bad but nothing special. For an appetizer we had the banana bread and the butter that came with it was good but honestly the banana bread was a little bland. My breakfast wrap was also just ok. The best thing that I tried was the chicken Cesar wrap. They do have a 17 dollar work deal that I think I would for sure come back to try! read more

Shy Bird - Chai tea - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Got the chicken sandwich and the griddled banana bread. Both were delicious! Service was great and we got a table pretty fast without a reservation on a Saturday afternoon! read more

Shy Bird - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I would come back for their chicken burrito in the mornings or maybe a larger chicken dish at dinner. They apparently have four menus a day and the timeframe I happened to visit was their 3-4pm menu. Pretty smart! However, rating the food a 3/5 due to quality of everything besides the chicken. I felt like I could have got the same food at Tasty Burger at leave for their 3-4pm menu. Atmosphere is amazing and great seating options. You can even work from there all day. The service was quick and very helpful. read more

First time visiting Shy Bird in Boston at their Brookline Ave location, and it was such a pleasant experience! I was grabbing a bite and a drink with 2 of my girlfriends before the Jonas Brothers concert at Fenway, and this was the perfect spot to fuel up. It was busy, but the hostess was still able to seat us outside on their beautiful patio. The inside and outside of the restaurant were very inviting and had great flow. Our waitress was also very friendly too. She gave us her drink recommendations and was very upbeat and positive. I got the Smokey Old Fashioned which was very good and carefully crafted. Then moved to the eats. I ordered the Spiced Mushroom Bowl and added the Rotisserie Chicken. I must say, this dish exceeded my expectations. It was so tasty, so flavorful, and it was a good sized portion, too! I loved the Miso Vinaigrette; it played into the other flavors and textures in the dish perfectly. The chicken was also very moist and plentiful. Overall, I would absolutely recommend Shy Bird to anyone looking for a delicious, casual meal in a trendy setting in Boston! read more

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I had a delicious dinner tonight! This was my first time trying Shy Bird and I was impressed. I came with some coworkers. Our waiter was good and the food came out relatively quickly. The fried rice was spicy, a little too much. But it was still good. I will definitely be back to this place! read more

Shy Bird - Fried rice - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This was such a fun restaurants to try out before a Red Sox game. We were seated right away in a comfy little booth and were warmly greeted by staff. We asked for suggestions on drinks to try out and were convinced to try the Strawberry Thyme Spritz and Fishing with Dynamite. We loved both of theme. We wanted a quick bite and ordered a few rounds of the dunks. Service was speedy and I liked the variety of sauces available. read more

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We came here on a Friday night and the place is definitely a hotspot. Their menu is small, but there is definitely something for everyone on there. Service was good. There was a variety of different drinks. I had a mocktail and it was probably one of the best cocktails I've had, but as it should be for the price tag, the chicken was good. Everyone seemed to enjoy their meal. I had the bowl that had the butternut squash and brussels sprouts and it was very fresh. read more

We came here three times within a week just to try almost their whole menu! First impressions of this ShyBird location are great; they have great decor, a nice lofty bar area, and lots of tables! We were seated super quickly as they haven't really gotten too busy yet since opening recently. Our servers were always very nice and helpful, happy to help wherever needed. Now for the food! My favorites were the fried artichokes (so crispy and yum! Didn't expect it to taste so unlike the artichokes I know), lettuce wrapped pork (nice blend of fresh greens and meat), whipped ricotta (the hot honey was the cherry on top! This ricotta spread so beautifully over the toasted bread), and the truffled chicken frites (some seriously delicious truffle fries). Some dishes that didn't wow me were the cauliflower fondue (wasn't really the fondue I had expected, and I t was more of a cauliflower steak dish), smashburger, dunks (a little small for their price), and the fried rice (I thought they might have their own spin on this, but it was a little disappointing and flavorless). Overall, I think this is a great location if you want a laid back dinner, they have a smaller menu but a variety of choices. I will still be coming back due to the convenience of getting here and for the dishes I liked, I will happily order over and over! read more

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I was really impressed by my first Work From Shy Bird experience! When you come in, the host asks how many are in your party and if you need an outlet, then they find an appropriate spot for you. I thought this was genius, compared to your average coffee shop experience of showing up and going through the trouble of finding a seat, only to realize that there's no outlet. We got there pretty early so we had our choice of seating and opted for a booth by the window. It definitely got busier as the morning went on, including those not doing the WFH deal. I ordered an iced matcha and the Egg White + Avocado Bowl. I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful the bowl was. We also got a side of potatoes to share, which were also nicely seasoned. I got an iced chai later on, which I didn't enjoy as much, so I ended with another matcha. Renee was our first server, and she was fantastic. When her shift was over, we got a new server. Both were friendly and we never had to wait long for our drinks. I would definitely come back to try their lunch menu, as well as scope out their Southie location! read more

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This restaurant was recommended by friends. It was late on a rainy weeknight and they had run out of my original choice. I had the chicken sando. There was a little too much of the sweet/spicy pepper spread on mine but I think I just got an over generous slather. If you want fun food this is a great place. We had various dishes at our table like the artichoke leaves and the tuna crudo. Consider reservations if it's a peak time. We lucked out bc of the time and weather with more than two people. Our server was excellent and kept everything moving smoothly and filled/cleared. Cool vibe. read more

Came here on a Saturday at 6:15 for dinner with a reservation for four. We were seated promptly and our drink orders were taken shortly thereafter. The interior is mostly a bar with some dining tables lining the walls. The staff were very helpful when we had questions about the menu and cocktails. The cocktails were all hits and the blistered shishito peppers and whipped ricotta & hot honey appetizers were pretty good. I ordered the whole classic bird and was surprised as to how small it was. Glad I went with the whole and not a half. Flavor of the herb roasted chicken was very good. The bread pudding dessert was fantastic! I'd say this place is worth a try if you're already in the area, but wouldn't go out of my way to seek it out. read more

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Always a go-to for me nowadays especially for a good meal during a game or concert. The dinner is def better than brunch in my opinion. After a rough start, l definitely like this place a lot. The vanilla matcha cocktail is delicious and a must-try. In addition, I finally tried the Piri-Piri chicken and the sauce was good and the chicken was very juicy. I'm looking forward trying other things read more

Shy Bird - Piri piri chicken - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Shy bird is a really cute chicken spot in Fenway. I think they are known for their fried chicken. I got a Caesar salad with the fried chicken on top and it was good. My mom raved about the Peri peri chicken she got and said it was very flavorful. The ambiance inside was great and they had couches outside for seating. Our server was soo friendly and accommodating. Service was great. Solid spot. If you really like chicken you will like this place. read more

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ABSOLUTELY AMAZING BRUNCH!!! This restaurant offers a really cool fusion between brunch and crispy chicken. I have been meaning to try it and am so happy they opened a new location in Fenway. My girlfriend and I got the breakfast burritos, I with fried chicken and she got the sausage. It came with the meat, scrambled eggs, tater tots, avocado, and buffalo sauce. It was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend trying it with the fried chicken. I got fried in the side which were shoestring and were absolutely delicious, and my girlfriend's side salad was super fresh and delicious. Great service, plenty of comfortable outdoor seating, and delicious menu options! read more

Shy Bird - Breakfast burritos (side of fries and salad), coffee and matcha - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

this is best chicken i've ever had in the chicken and waffles. amazing food great coffee too read more

Shy Bird - chicken and waffles - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I tried a few different things at Shy Bird and overall had a good experience. The chicken and waffles were tasty, the waffles leaned on the sugary side, but still good. Portion size felt a bit small, though. The sausage and egg sandwich was solid; the egg was super thick, but I personally would've preferred a real egg with the yolk. The classic breakfast plate was just that, a classic. The bacon especially felt like good quality. The chicken sandwich had nice flavor, but the chicken was a little dry. I also grabbed a chicken Caesar wrap to bring on the plane, and it definitely did not disappoint! On top of the food, the restaurant itself was super cute and had a nice vibe. Servers were very nice and didn't hesitate to ask if we needed anything. read more

Shy Bird - chicken wrap - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I mentioned in my review of the Kendall Sq location that I wanted to try Fenway and YAY, I did!! I celebrated the last day of finals and my college graduation here back to back. The outdoor seating at this location is FANTASTIC! Infinitely better than Kendall Sq with lounge furniture and GREAT vibes! Their martini with a shot of spritz is my new favorite drink, and unfortunately, even though I have yet to deviate from their amazing chicken ceasar wrap, I did try their nuggets which were also great. My friends and my mom tried a variety of their bowls for lunch which they liked, but consistently the consensus is to stick to the wrap. The perfect place for summer, and I cant wait to go back for their study deal next fall! read more

Shy Bird - chicken ceasar wrap - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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One of the best restaurants located in the heart of Fenway! The third iteration of this restaurant has the same menu as the other two locations. I ordered the 20 piece SB Dunks. I expected the dunks to by tiny chunks of chicken... surprisingly each pieces were as big as a tender! This dish is great if you want a value meal! The batter was crunchy and flavorful! There was a great amount of salt and the rosemary/herbs were noticeable. The chicken was moist and has a great chewy texture. You can eat this without the sauce. The sauces were great (honey mustard, ranch, chipotle bbq, sweet & sour, and signature sauce). My favorite is their signature sauce (spicy bird bath). Fries might look bland but the rosemary made these fries one of the best tasting fries ever! The restaurant is very vibrant and beautiful! The scenery is lively during the day and intimate during the night. The staff were nice. I think some staff is new so they're learning along the lines with is fine. A perfect place for friends to hangout, a date, or a company funded dinner party! read more

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Came in for brunch this weekend. Nice spot. Got a bunch of the dunks and really enjoyed those with the sauce flight! Everybody at the table got something different and enjoyed it- I got the Caesar wrap and it was super tasty and perfectly chopped so you got bites of chicken and salad in every bite, not to mention it was a good Caesar dressing. I thought the breakfast cocktails were pretty meh and it was pretty tricky to get more coffee as they were busy (our server was really nice-not knocking him). A little loud, but a fun spot. read more

THIS PLACE!! This was my first time trying Shy Bird and let me tell you it was fantastic! I have walked by it a few times since it recently opened and always seen people inside and their signs promoting it. I finally stopped in and will definitely be back. I got the egg white and avocado plate, which hit the spot on a kind of gloomy morning. I also got an iced latte with oat milk and vanilla, and it was so good! I really didn't know what to expect with their coffee since I had heard more about their food, and I was pleasantly surprised! Like they really delivered on all fronts. I thought the inside of the restaurant was giving off great vibes, everything looks really nice, the menu has a lot of options - they're really the whole package. Had friendly service from the people working there. Overall a 10/10 experience! read more

Shy Bird - Iced latte with oat milk - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Went to Shy Bird before going to a show. We were seated within 5 minutes. Our server, Jo J was super sweet and very attentive. We started with a Shy Lady drink for me and a Smoky Old Fashioned for him. We then had the cheesy cauliflower fondue which is actually a small roasted head of cauliflower with cheesy sauce and toasted hazelnuts. It was a great unexpected combo of flavors! We had the 8 chicken dunks with a flight of sauces. We should've just settled on one because it was a lot of sauce for just 8 dunks. We both went with bowls-I had the Spiced Mushroom Bowl and was happy to find out that I got the last one of the evening. The crunchy rice was a nice touch. My husband had the Taste of Summer bowl which had some nice crunchy corn kernels. We both had rotisserie chicken on our bowls and it was very tasty. Love the cute neon Shy Bird signs inside and out of the restaurant. Great stop before catching a show at MGM or the Sox at Fenway. read more

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I love this place!!!! I've been to all the Shybird locations around Boston and the dishes we ordered have been consistent each time! I highly rec the piri piri rotisserie w both salad & fries, ricotta toast (I think this is served during dinner only), and the mini chicken bites w spicy sauce! Delicious. That piri piri sauce is so flavorful & has the perfect amount of heat to it. We did try to venture away from the chicken dishes and ordered steak once - it was probably one of the worst steak dishes I've had so highly rec sticking with the rotisserie options! read more

Nothing to rave about. We went there for brunch and it was average. We ordered the banana bread, chicken breakfast burrito and fried chicken eggs benedict. The orange butter that came with the banana bread tasted bitter and was very unappetizing. I think it could be from the orange peel if they used that. The egg for the eggs benedict was overcooked. It was like a hard boiled egg when the main point of an eggs benedict is a runny egg! I've had the chicken caesar wrap and ranch friend chicken sandwich before and it was good so I'll stick to those next time. read more

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Loved the chicken Caesar wrap and fries. It's definitely not worth going there just for the wrap (as I did) but a very good option if just going in general. Both times servers haven't been super attentive, but the space itself is nice and great place to work from. read more

This was my first time ever trying chicken and waffles, and I'm very glad my first experience was in Shy Bird. I went with my friend who is from the south, so he is very critical of chicken and waffles, and he said it was delicious. It was made perfectly - the waffles were so soft and fresh, and the chicken was crispy and perfectly fried. The balance of flavors was also great - I loved the flavor of the honey sriracha paired with the flavor of the chicken. The portion was also huge and very filling! As for service, the servers were so friendly and they made us feel very welcome. The food also came out very quick - in about 10 minutes, which was amazing. The restaurant itself has a nice vibe and I like the decor - it has a cool atmosphere - but it is a bit loud and crowded. Overall, a very positive experience! I'm glad I tried chicken and waffles at Shy Bird, and I will definitely be returning again! read more