We randomly came here for lunch one day with our kids. It was easy to get seated without reservations on a Sunday at noon. There's plentiful inside seating and a comfortable shaded outdoor patio. There is a full bar that some folks were sitting at. We opted for the outside patio since we had our kids with us and they can be loud. Our server was kind and accommodating. She checked in often, but not in an invasive way. Everything here is farm to table, and tasted fresh. The oysters were delicious and so were the mussels which came with a delightful coconut broth and grilled bread. The kids enjoyed a fried chicken slider with fries. My favorite was the beet salad with goat cheese. It was so flavorful and perfectly cooked. This is definitely a spot to try with or without your kiddos. I would come back for dinner with the hubby. read more

Another five-star experience! The team members at Social Birds are always amazing, friendly, and very professional. We love sitting outside on the patio, especially with this amazing weather. The tables are always clean and the atmosphere is welcoming. Food highlights from this visit: Korean chicken wings Salmon salad Steak bowl Fresh salad Drinks: Cider Water Coca-Cola We come almost every Saturday for lunch or dinner. It's become our go-to restaurant because of the delicious food, great outdoor seating, and most importantly the awesome team members who consistently do an amazing job. read more

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Another amazing meal at Social Bird! Had an amazing dinner her to celebrate graduation! Began with a delicious cocktail called Team Thyme and then enjoyed many of their smaller dishes: Octopus which was delicious with a fennel purée, burrata with a strawberry jam toast, cod tostadas, beets with a crema and feta and toasted carrots! Every dish was absolutely spectacular: Ended with some cheese and their always amazing butterscotch pudding ! Service was excellent and always a fun atmosphere! Social Bird is Always a spectacular choice read more

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I have been meaning to try Social Bird for some time. I finally made it. I came here a few weeks ago with a friend of mine. The customer service was A1. The moment I opened the door I was greeted by two different staff members. The restaurant was clean, has a nice air flow and it is bigger than I thought. The server was great. She gave us recommendations on the food which I appreciate. The food was really good, the drink was tasty and her service was good. Will I be back? Well, of course. I need those brunch biscuits sliders again read more

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Not sure why I only gave this place 4 stars. We have spent a serious amount of time here with laptops open and without the major electronics. The staff, drinks, food and ambiance is all great. We have sat here for hours and hours eating, drinking and working on stuff for hours. Food is great, drinks are great staff is awesome awesome. Wait for when Francisco shows up and set your watch to 3pm. Happy hour oysters are great for the price. One of the best pla c es to hang in Lafayette. read more

Made an easy online reservation for Friday night. We sat outside on the patio but the weather wasn't bad and this time, the patio heaters were working. We had a very enthusiastic and friendly server. We started with the pulpo, and shrimp appetizers. Wife got the steak frites and I had the halibut special over the fresh corn polenta. Steak was skirt, so had good flavor with a bit of chew. Fries were plentiful and crispy. My polenta was really good, as was the fish. Had a nice dinner. read more

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Have been to this restaurant 3 times. Two for dinner and once for happy hour and have never been disappointed. The main menu always has great food. My go to has been the steak frites. My wife usually changes it up depending on the menu but whatever she picks is always good. Recently went for the happy hour and will definitely coming back. HH oysters were such a good deal. Tostadas and popcorn chicken were also great. Not a single miss on the menu. This place routinely has great service and overall is a great dining experience. read more

I'm a Lafayette resident and have been a patron of Social Bird since it opened. This evening i had such a a negative experience at Social Bird I will never go there again. I met some friends for happy hour and we ordered fries then a few rounds of cocktails. The waitress came by and asked for our next order and we gave her our order - a manager ( I think ). then came out and said we would need to order more food or they would not be able to serve us. I've never been made to feel as unwelcome in a restaurant or bar in 50 years of life. I will never go back to this restaurant or any affiliated restaurant and I will spread the word far and wide to my community to avoid Social Bird. read more

SOCIAL HOUR great food and great ambiance . My sister and I have been here several times in the past year and we love coming for dinner . We usually order the arugula salad and meatballs and drinks . They have some really flavor in those meatballs and that's what keeps us coming back . Also came with mom and she loved the bread pudding too . So yes come over and you will really enjoy it . read more

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The location of this place is in a very nice neighborhood and surrounded by lots of other businesses and stores. Parking is available in front but can get occupied quickly. There is also an underground garage around the corner but do keep in mind that you pay for it up until 7pm. The food- WOOOOOOOW THE OYSTERS!! I had to start there because these are scrumptious! Straight from Washington and they are so buttery. I had to order roughly about 16 total . Worth the price and the way these pair with a good beer are so bomb! The cheese and jam on bread was a nice starter. Mussels I would say are also very tasty and a must have. Curry sauce pairs good with the smell veggie bits in it. Our waitress made as extremely nice and sweep. Gigi who took care of us went above and beyond! Recommend a lot of different things and was very sweet! This place was overall an amazing experience and I think this might be my new to go to spot! Lovely date night and a must visit before hitting Walnut Creek. read more

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I've been meaning to try Social Bird for a long time, and I'm so glad I finally did. I loved the ambiance right away. When you walk in, there's a large central bar with seating all around it, plus tables along the sides and in the back. I believe they also have outdoor seating, but it was pretty cold when we went, so we stayed inside. The layout feels lively but still comfortable. The menu isn't huge, but honestly, I appreciated that--it made ordering easy without decision fatigue. We started with the soup of the day, which happened to be clam chowder, and it was so good. Rich, comforting, and flavorful. For mains, my husband and I shared the mussels and the steak. Both were excellent. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare--truly medium rare, juicy, tender, and spot-on. The mussels were also delicious, and I could've happily drank the broth they came in. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and I believe a lot of their ingredients are farm-to-table or at least very thoughtfully sourced. Even the fries stood out--they reminded me of In-N-Out fries in that super-fresh way, but elevated. Service was another highlight. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and took time to chat with us a bit, which made the experience even better. Overall, this is a place I'd absolutely come back to--no question. Great food, great atmosphere, and great service. read more

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Social Bird is a downtown Lafayette staple. Great food, excellent service, and a casual yet elevated atmosphere. The crowd is, well, Lafayette.... but we won't hold this against SB. It does get busy, and for good reason, so a resie is a good idea. They have outdoor seating both in the front and back of the restaurant. Perfect for when the weather is cooperative. There is a paid parking lot in the back as well. Ok, let's talk about the food! My recommendations are: -Oysters (they have HH) -Artisanal Cheeses -Grilled Prawns -Salmon Tartare -Mushroom Risotto (excellent!!) They also have a vegan menu, so extra points there. Excellent cocktails and a great wine list. Service is warm and friendly, particularly at the bar. The bar staff is stellar, and will make you feel welcome. Ok, a couple of 'opportunities for improvement'..... The lack of internet connectivity. The restaurant's WiFi is virtually unusable, and so is the cell service in the immediate area. PLEASE invest in reliable WiFi for customers. This is kind of a given in this day and age in any urban area. Second, less downer pop and more unce-unce music please. Think more Purple Disco Machine and Tiesto, and less John Mayer and Ed Sheeran in his depressed era. With these changes, this place would be a solid 100. But still a terrific spot in the East Bay. read more

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Service was prompt. We were able to have outdoor seating with our dog. There were heaters out as well. We came for the happy hour oysters which were fresh and tasty. I looooved the pear bruschetta and the chicken sliders were good too. Very cute and good restaurant read more

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Still a Lafayette "go to" restaurant. Definitely a must for your rotation. Excellent food. Desserts are exceptional read more

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Excellent food and outstanding service. We ordered the steak frites with arugula salad and the chicken biscuits with house-made chips. The portions were generous, between the two of us we couldn't even finish everything. The food was flavorful, fresh, and clearly well prepared. Service was attentive and friendly throughout the meal. Definitely a spot we'll return to. read more

SOCIAL BIRD - We ordered steak, fries, with arugula salad and chicken biscuits with home made chips. This is the after photo - Gastropubs Near Me - Lafayette, California

The food and service are great. Plan on going back with our dog, they have two patios. Parking is easy, our server was funny, we had a great time. The restaurant is quite enough to hold a conversation at the table. I thought the portions were a little small, I really wasn't full but satisfied. I would recommend getting the peach crumble with ice cream for desert read more

We went on a very nice sunny day perfect for sitting outside. The drinks were nice, the oysters hit the spot when you mix their house hot sauce and tapatio together. *muah!* our server was super patient, polite, great memory, and added even more fun to our hilarious food photography pros shenanigans. Great vibe. Great people. Perfect food options for the great weather. read more

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I came here after having dinner in Walnut Creek. I met my friends, ordered fries, and drinks. A couple of rounds in, an employee came to our table and told us we needed to leave. They said that if we didn't order dinner, we could not order more drinks. Even if we ordered dinner, they would not be able to order alcohol. Its ridiculous because we already ate dinner somewhere else. When we walked out the employees looked at us like we were criminals. Ridiculous. I will NEVER come here again. I just want to know why. We were not loud at all, we were not talking loud. We are just a pair of latinas and an asian male. Hmmmm was that why? read more

We had a dog with us so we asked if we could sit on their patio and they had plenty of options. They have a side and a back patio with ten tables on each side. There's a lot that you can pay for right next to the back patio or you can park for free in the garage beneath. Our food was such great quality. I got the vegan bowl, we tried the chicken bowl, salmon bowl, and the kids got burgers off the kids meal. The staff were so chill and attentive. They were the best vibe! I would go out of my way to dine there again. read more

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Finally got to check this place out! Loved it so much, I went back twice in 2 weeks. The first time we went, we ordered the three cheese board & some drinks. We sat out on the patio which was pretty shaded and relaxing. The cheeses consisted of a blue, a Brie, & (I think) a Gouda, along with some nuts, dried fruits, jam, & sliced bread. SO delicious! The next time, we sat outside but in a different area along the walkway & it was equally as nice. The staff is very attentive, regardless of how busy the restaurant is. This time, we started off with the cheese board & drinks again, but also ordered the avocado bruschetta & split the vegan super food bowl. Loved the crispy onions on the toast! The super food bowl was packed with flavor & nutrients. They also had a full vegan menu which I thought was pretty awesome. Going to add this to our rotation! read more

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Dropped by recently for a late night dinner and had a great experience. The restaurant was winding down, yet our server was terrific and attentive throughout the meal, and the ambience was at just the right level of noise for us. We really enjoyed the their braised boneless short ribs which were succulent and topped with a rich gravy, along with sautéed mushrooms and herbs, and sitting on top of creamy polenta and accompanied by glazed sweet carrots. The portion size was good, and everything was seasoned well for our taste buds. Mary's Roasted Chicken was also a hit with crispy skin and moist, seasoned meat topped with herbs, along with roasted potatoes, sautéed spinach, and a celery root purée. Also enjoyed a pint of Epidemic Lager at World End, which complemented both dishes. read more

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Social Bird is hoppin' on the weekend ~ I feel like I'm late to the party to check this spot out and especially on a weekend evening. But, finally had the chance for a friend's birthday and it was so fun. We were able to sit outside and merge two tables together for a more intimate, community setting so our entire party could be together. We did make a reservation ahead of time, so fyi that might be the best move for larger parties. My friend and I did the 'girl dinner' thing ~ split an arugula salad with chicken as our protein and truffled, hand-cut fries. Drink-wise, I tried the Devil's Medicine (I'm a Mezcal fan) and it was fantastic. The garlic aioli with the fries was spot on, especially with a little hot sauce dollop added. They split the salad on two plates with the protein also which I think was a convenient and nice move. Our party thoroughly enjoyed their meals also ~ highlights that were shared were the lamb sliders, the fried chicken sliders, mussels, and burrata. I would def come back for lunch or dinner with the fam ~ located in downtown Lafayette, you're walking distance from really whatever adventure you would like to embark on..shopping/bars/dessert/etc. Pricing is a bit elevated, metered parking located outside of restaurant. read more

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We came here on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch and had Kim as our waitress. She was absolutely incredible!! We ordered the Korean fried chicken wings, oysters, mussels and shared the beef prime hanger steak. Everything, and I mean everything, was insanely good! Kim on top of it made our dining experience exceptional! She was attentive and could anticipate our needs before we even had to ask! I'm glad she told us everything was farm to table after we finished our meal because it made so much more sense. We already can't wait to come back! read more

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Every single thing is still delicious. Such a good restaurant. There's large bar seating, comfy booths, and tables. They had the Winter Olympics on the big screen. Service is super attentive. 10/10 will return again and again and again. Every dish is unique and bursting with flavor. Plus the oysters were gigantic. And the shishito peppers were to die for! read more

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Love this place! Great Happy Hour! Today, the peach cobbler with vanilla ice cream was a spectacular dessert. The food is always great. The staff is always friendly and helpful. This is one of my favorite places. read more

What a fun experience. We sat outside on the back patio which was comforting, being surrounded by mature plants. But, I have to add that first walking through the restaurant on a busy weeknight was a lift in the right direction. I'm too old to talk about the "vibe" so I'll just say that the uplifting energy was a scene definitely worth living. Our server kept the momentum going with his humor and seriously great food and drink recommendations. The fried chicken sandwich (pictured) and N/A beer were a solid match. Social bird, aptly named, is the kind of place that I will add as a definite on the gotta return to soon list. read more

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My 84 year old aunt introduced us to Social Bird this week. She goes multiple times each week and always raves about the food, but more so the service. Both are excellent! Amazing food and perfect service. This will be our new Wednesday happy hour! read more

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Fantastic! Staff was wonderful, attentive, friendly. Mateus was very professional as our waiter. Oysters, petrale sole, fresh beets, we're so well prepared. I will definitely come again and tell others of our friends. read more

Ambiance and service was great. Price is a bit on the high side but it's worth it. The tea thyme was yum. KFC was very meaty. Oyster was fresh. I had steamed mussels. I wish I had more bread to go with the sauce, which taste abit like Thai curry. Risotto with the mushroom was very good. read more

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My friend made a lunch reservation for five, to celebrate our belated birthdays, and we had such a nice dining experience here! I haven't explored much of Lafayette, so I was excited that this would be my first time in the area and trying out Social Bird. We were seated by the window to the right of entrance. I loved all the natural lighting coming from outside. The restaurant had such nice ambiance! We ordered a few appetizers, including truffle fries and the di stefano burrata. Both were delicious, well seasoned, and a great start to our meal. I ended up ordering the wild prawns and polenta bowl, which was warm, comforting, and exactly what I was craving during the rainy weather we were having that day. Friends of mine also ordered the braised short rib sandwich, and a salmon bowl which they equally enjoyed! Service was decent, but we honestly didn't need much. The server checked up on us a few times, and even discussed books and Fourth Wing with us, so that was nice! The restaurant was moderately busy when we came in, and with the delicious food and drinks, I could see how they would fill up quickly for a lunch or dinner rush. It's street parking for the most part, and we had to park a few blocks away since they're located in a downtown area. Just some things to keep in mind. Otherwise, would absolutely come here again! read more

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Love this spot! They have indoor seating, patio seating, stools at the bar counter - a little bit of something for everyone here! I came here with a friend for lunch on a weekday. She ordered a glass of wine, and we shared three dishes. We usually get the fries extra crispy but these weren't that great. Many were limp and just okay. The Korean fried chicken wings were good, but were not spicy at all. If spice is what you're looking for, ask for hot sauce. The avocado bruschetta looked great, but lacking seasoning so we ended up adding a lot of salt. Okay, so maybe the food here misses the mark at times but it's good so come on in! Tip: Lots of free parking on Dewing. I think 2 hour limit. read more

This place is such a hot spot. It's both a bar and restaurant right on the main drag in downtown Lafayette. It has a parking garage in the back for your convenience. The setting is wonderful with lots of large windows and great people watching in the wide downtown sidewalks of gorgeous Lafayette. It feels swanky for a small town, and it is always buzzing with chatter and laughter. They have a full bar and real espresso martinis, (instead of with pre-made cold brew). My risotto was absolutely delicious, creamy, and perfectly cooked. As was the salmon. The drinks were great, the ambiance. The whole experience felt special, with professional wait staff who were both charming and patient. We felt well looked-after and were really stoked to have chosen this spot for our date night. 100% recommended! You'll have a great time. read more

I went to Social Bird with one thing in mind, oysters! They did not disappoint. They had my favorite, miyagis, on hand. They oysters were creamy, delicious bites of the ocean. The mignonette sauce was just the touch. They come with cocktail sauce too,but all I needed was that hint of vinegary goodness. I also had the mussels, which were curry bathed yunminess, and a pear Spritz. The Spritz was fine, but I like a little bite to my mocktails. Some bitters or a hint of herbaceousness would have been nice. Prompt service and an upbeat atmosphere made for a great experience Parking is easy. Definitely recommended. read more

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What a perfect place to enjoy lunch with my girlfriend! Got a reservation and a cozy booth for two. The menu has something for everyone. I had the Grilled Mary's Chicken Breast Bowl and enjoyed it thoroughly. Each bite had yumminess... sweet, savory, crunch, protein chew all dressed with a Dijon vinaigrette. My girlfriend had the Blackened West Coast Cod Tostadas and did not leave a crumb for the dishwasher to clean. It was that good. We shared the Toffee Warm Pear Cake that yelled "winter is here". To top our delicious lunch, we had Levy who kept the water flowing and the smiles a coming. Yelpers, this is a happy place to eat! I apologize AGAIN. It's an occupational hazard with me. I always forget to take a picture of my food before I dive in. Hopefully you'll get the salivating drift through what I wrote. Cheers! read more

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Lunch at Social Bird in Lafayette! Great menu with great choices. Service was so attentive-like above and beyond!!! New fav salad for the rotation. This is the vegan superfood bowl- litte gem lettuce, arugula, quinoa, avocado, beets, apples, toasted hazelnuts and a sherry vinegarette! Light yet filling and full of flavor and texture! read more

SOCIAL BIRD - Vegan superfood bowl - Gastropubs Near Me - Lafayette, California

This place rocks on so many levels. We came on a Thursday night and super packed. Although there were a ton of people there, the service was still excellent for the pace of business. Great vibe and plenty of parking was available. We started with the octopus and KFC Korean fried wings. Of all the dishes, the octopus was our least favorite. It was ok, but after having so many different octopus samplers and different places in the past, it was average. The KFC Korean wings however, were on par with a holy movement! Those were so good that we wanted to lick the plate and chew the bones! Plus we saw lots of those wings gonna to all of the customers there so not a secret obviously. The flank steak with arugula and fries is a hearty meal, more than enough for two people and excellent in every way. The duroc pork and veal meatballs were also extremely pleasing but got lost in competing with the wings steak. Big win with this restaurant and would come back immediately. read more

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Okay, so that arugula salad was bomb. idk what oil, seasonings or anything they put on it but I inhaled that thing happily. the lamb skewers were good, and cheap because happy hour and the burger was cheap and easy because happy hour but at the end of the meal, after 3 different foods, I was still really hungry and everything had been kind of plain. The service was amazing though and they were quick to refill and take my order and overall the inside of the restaurant was quite nice and I got seated really quickly. I'd definitely recommend a visit if you're in the area even if nothing stood out as spectacular read more

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I love this spot! This downtown Lafayette area is bustling with activity. Tons of people out walking enjoying the day and the many restaurants along this stretch. We ventured in for dinner on a Friday after work and weee not disappointed. While I waited for my group to arrive I sat at the bar to have a cocktail. Camilla was engaging and sweet. She remembered my drink from the time before and made it without issue. The bar menu and selections are vast with specialty cocktails, all kinds of high end liquor, wine and beer. When my crew arrived we were sat swiftly in a cute booth and greeted immediately with water by our waiter. We ordered the big plate of French fries and the bruschetta to share while we pondered our dinner choices and caught up with each other. For dinner one of us had the hanger steak which looked amazing. I had the Waygu burger and the other had the roasted beet salad. The waiter was extremely attentive and helpful. To end we all took the yummy cookies home and I also ordered a Blantons. The kicker for me on how special this place is was when he asked if I wanted a large ice cube or small. Never been asked that before and it stood out to me as an amazing attention to detail. I will continue to patronize this spot and I recommend you try it out. read more

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Social bird is still a go-to spot for me. Their steak frites are awesome but I've learned to get the chimichurri on the side. We tried the burger this time which was solid- little bland, but solid. The garlicky fries are my favorite thing here. read more

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The food here is consistent more important. The atmosphere is big city atmosphere like you would see in San Francisco, which makes it exciting to go eat there and the service is great and the food comes out very quickly. You cannot have a bad experience. It's one of the better restaurants by Far in Lafayette. read more