I was trying to find a couple of other places to eat, but it was Memorial Day. So so I ended up here. It was a happy accident for sure! It was a very busy, I sat at the bar and grabbed a drink. It's my food was being freshly prepared. Chicken sandwich was phenomenal! Super tasty. That's where the homemade tots. This is definitely a great spot to get some chicken! Service was great also. read more

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That's some good chicken! Went here after food truck Friday and didn't realize it took over the former restaurant that was in the space. I was pretty hungry so I got a small Caesar and some chicken nuggets. The Caesar was good but unfortunately had too much dressing! Also, it tasted more ranch like than Caesar, but the croutons were good! As for the nuggets, wow! They blew me away by how fresh they were. Everything about them tasted so good! If I had known they would be that large, I would have prepared myself. They're pretty filling, so I was only able to eat a few. Overall, I enjoyed the nuggets more than the salad and next time, I want to try the Brussel sprouts. read more

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This chicken sandwich has a lot of potential to be great. Fried chicken thigh, thick cut, creative toppings (red hot riplets). But the biggest problem was that the bun was soggy and almost falling apart.. Hopefully that was a one-off experience, because otherwise it would be a solid sandwich. Fries were killer too! read more

Byrd & Barrel - MotherClucker - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Been trying to write this review for ages. In any case, thank you. Thank you. Oh, and thank you. Because ST LOUIS HAS A GOSH DANG FIRE NASHVILLE CHICKEN SANDWICH. This thing was absolutely beautiful. Perfect blend of spice, smoky, and complex. A masterclass. Dont even get me started on the tacos. Imagine going to jack in the box sober and the tacos are made with love, not frozen for 6 months. Bursting with beef, crispy shells, and a tangy ranch sauce to make em about as addicting as something can be before getting listed as illegal. Vibes are great inside tamm ave. Folks bringing dogs, patio soaking the sun. Come get you some chicken and a beer! read more

Byrd & Barrel - Patio - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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I saw they were having a Philly cheesesteak special. I made sure to call before I went to make sure they had it today. Then I called back to order so it would be ready once I arrived. The Man at the counter was the same person who took my order over the phone. He was extremely nice and exceeded our expectations. Shortly after we arrived our food was ready. He made sure to put a fork and napkins in the bag. I love not having to ask for basic items. Then we sat outside to eat. The Philly cheesesteak was very flavorful with Citizen Kanes flavored ribeye. I was worried about the sesame seeds in the bread. But the bread was perfect thickness, toast, and size. I wish the meat was more tender as I did struggle a bit trying break the meat up. It was still really good and I hope this becomes a permanent item on their menu. read more

Byrd & Barrel - Philly cheese steak special - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

It's a no for me... just not feeling the flavor profiles, but you go ahead and try it. The ToTs..yes, crispy and definitely an original play on traditional tots, but the consistency is something you need to adjust to. The ranch dressing was good. Sandwich, I went with the Chicken, Provel Sauce, Red Hot Riplets and Grilled onions one. Uummm, the grilled onions threw this whole flavor off and the provel sauce lacked flavor/seasoning. I ate 3 tots and a 1/4 of the sandwich. That's all I could do. Service was fine and the dining space was clean and open, the air conditioning was definitely on blast. Like I said, check it out for yourself. read more

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The chicken nuggets were terribly dry. Poor service by the man working the counter, very rude and pushy. our food too about 45min-1hr to come out. got a slice of cake just for it to be rich and mid. read more

I really loved my food here. Came in with a large group for an after work happy hour and ordered some drinks at Tamm Ave. we got the cauliflower for the table and it was delish! I got the Nashville Hot Sandwich with fries! The meet was juicy, flavorful and definately packed a punch. The service was great and the person who took our order was so funny! Great food, vibe and service read more

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Absolutely delicious!! The chicken was SO good. We got the dark meat nuggets, poutine, mac and cheese, wings, and the mother clucker sandwich. All were so delicious and piping hot. The chicken was so crispy and juicy and flavorful. Love the option of white or dark meat. The food came out pretty fast with how busy they were and the guy taking orders was very friendly. It's located inside Tamm Ave bar and we decided to go on the first Mizzou game day of the season so it was PACKED. We couldn't even get to the back patio. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves back there tho. We sat out front and it was lovely. Parking was easy. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Awwwww man!!! When I heard Byrd & Barrel was making a return I was beyond stoked. Triumphant return to the city, and it was nothing short of amazing! Chef Bob really outdid himself with the Nashville hot chicken sandwich. The chicken was perfectly crispy and packed with just the right amount of heat, all served on a soft, pillowy brioche bun that complemented the flavors beautifully. I couldn't resist trying the special of the day, which was the chicken and crawfish gumbo! The gumbo was rich and hearty, with tender pieces of chicken and succulent crawfish, all swimming in a flavorful, well-seasoned broth. It was comfort food at its finest. Byrd & Barrel has definitely made a stellar comeback, and I can't wait to go back and try more of their mouthwatering dishes. If you're a fan of great chicken and bold flavors, this place is a must-visit! read more

Byrd & Barrel - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

No complaints. Quick and simple service. I loved the cauliflower!! Fries were great too. My boyfriend liked his chicken sandwich, Mother Clucker, he didn't love it. We will definitely return! read more

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Unbelievable, met with Cody today to create a new Moniker in the STL sandwich scene. Presenting the KCWoedy!!! A double dipped Nashville Hot covered in jalapeños and fresh made iceberg slaw. Named after Ken, Cody and Wayne. It was unbelievably good. Thank you Cody, that was Epic!!!!! read more

Byrd & Barrel - The KCWoedy!!!!! - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

I was visiting Tamm Avenue Bar for the Love Island Reunion so I wanted a nearby place for a bite. It's literally conjoined with T.A.B. So I walked over and placed the order for my friend and I. I ordered the Sunday Sandwich with fries for myself and the poutine with mushroom gravy for my friend. They give you a table number and bring the food directly to you once it's ready. I don't know if it's because I didn't have any sauce on my burger but it was like eating a Chick-Fil-A chicken sandwich with only some of the love. It needed sauce and I am not sure why it doesn't come with any. The pickles were on point and was giving "we just made these pickles in house" vibes. The fries were fries and my friend enjoyed her poutine. If I order that sandwich again, I am asking for sauce of some sort. I don't care if it's pickle juice or something! All that brioche bread and thick chicken with no sauce was sadness. read more

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Food was delicious! I got the Nashville hot chicken and the Mac and cheese. The sandwich was delicious! The spice was a touch bitter but overall I loved the sandwich! Mac and cheese was amazing great complex flavor! Service was kind and fast! Ambiance was casual. read more

Byrd & Barrel - Mac and cheese and Nashville hot chicken, both delicious - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

We have been really excited for the return of Byrd and Barrel we used to frequent the original location on Jefferson. We ordered quickly on a Friday night and dined in. I got the Nashville hot sandwich which had good flavor but wasn't spicy as I expected. The Mac and cheese side was tasty. We also got the mother clucker which was the better sandwich of the two. We also brought home some nugs which were as good as I had remembered! read more

Byrd & Barrel - Nashville hot sandwich and riplet mac - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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The Byrd is back! Open till 8:00 Wednesday through Monday. Inside Tamm Avenue Bar. Order at the counter and decide where your sitting, get a number, take a seat and wait for your delicious food! On our visit, the counter guy was super friendly. I snagged the last bowl of chicken chili, yum. We ordered 10 Nugz, fries, and Mac & cheese. Asked for ranch and bbq. Just a heads up, sauce is additional charge. Had a seat, grabbed a beer from Tamm avenue bar and waited for our food. Lots of fun wall murals and such for Byrd and Barrel, at least in the ordering area adjacent dining area. We didn't check out the outside seating this time around. Food came out quick and hot. The smoked chicken chili was good and there was a lot in the bowl. Lots of beans and chicken plus some kind of croutons on top. I ate some and saved the rest for leftovers. Nugz were just as I remember, big chunks of white meat with the seasoned breading unique to them from the first iteration of Byrd and Barrel on Jefferson. I am not sure I ever ordered the fries before, but they were good, I was worried as they were somewhat coated, and I don't usually like coated fries at all. These tasted like fries and the coating wasn't overpowering. I would order them again. Husband liked the Mac and Cheese, he usually does. The ranch was good. Can't wait to make this another 'go to' spot again now that they are back! Whoo hoo! read more

I'm in town for a few days and this came up on my radar as a place to try. The menu is pretty straight forward. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. There are two seating options, a small dining room or the bar next door that is connected through the dining room. I love a good breaded chicken sandwich and this one hit the spot. The onions with the chips and the fried chicken are the perfect combo. Wish there was a location closer to Chicago. read more

Byrd & Barrel - Mother Clucker - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Jack in the Box-styled tacos? Grown up chicken nuggies? A retired college kid's dream. Within the historic Dogtown neighborhood and across from the Zoo and Forest Park, Byrd and Barrel offers a great menu (ft. nugs, tacos, sandwiches, cauliflower bites, and poutine) for to-go park picnics or or a quick bite with a pint. The style and aesthetic fits that of brother business, Tamm Avenue, with the quirky, colourful wall art and the service is friendly and gritty just like the blue collar, Irish-American neighborhood it inhabits. Walk thru over to Tamm Avenue bar and enjoy the hidden patio in the back, decorated with TVs and games within the garage. read more

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The Byrd is the word, and it's back! Closing their og location on Jefferson during the pandemic disappointed SO many people. If you are/were as obsessed as I was you may know there were announcements they would be reopening in a larger space on Hampton around 2022. Again, disappointment came when this plan was abandoned as owner Bob Branham saw restaurants still struggling at that time. Thankfully the idea of bringing Byrd & Barrel back to life was never abandoned, and now almost 5 years later those of us that held onto hope of its resurgence can rejoice! For those who don't know, you should immediately flock to the new location! Best known for their Nugs (chicken nuggets), no dining experience here for me is complete without an order of JITB tacos, and a side of kool-aid pickles as well. These are not your smash down mcsmall nuggets. A 5pc will definitely fill you up, especially if you'll be ordering some sides and they offer both white and dark meat options. They also have a couple chicken sandwiches on the menu including their specialty, the motherclucker. The space is super hip, and retains the vibe of their original location which I love. The staff is all still super nice and inviting. The 5 year wait was worth it! It feels like almost nothing has changed, aside from being much closer to home now located in my neighborhood of Dogtown. This could spell trouble for my waistline.... read more

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Great to have the Byrd back. Nugz were just as I remembered 5 years ago at their previous location. Large tender pieces with a crispy batter packing a light heat. Or maybe the heat was from the Byrd sauce that I got. Couldn't be quite sure. The nugz come either as white meat or thigh meat. I believe you can also mix them if you get the 10 piece order. Of course the 10 piece costs 2x the 5 piece, so you could just order one of each type in the smaller size. Either way, the large size and whole meat are what help make these so good. Sauce is an extra $1 per tub, but at the lower price point for the other items I can see how the place has to make a profit with it. I couldn't remember what the Byrd sauce was like, and the guy said it "was like Chick-fil-A's, but gooderer." And that's probably the gooderest way to put it. It a bit darker, denser, and spicier than the chain's sauce. The wife also ordered a small StL salad with her nugz. The small salad is pretty good size, and perfect to go with an order of nugz. It was pretty good! Comes with provel, vinaigrette, peppadews, grape tomatoes, red onions - lettuce was probably the least component of the salad. A nice, bright complement to the chicken. I also got an order of JITB tacos (2 per order). Crispy fried and filled with chicken taco stuffing. Excellent. I can only wish JITB made them like this. read more

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Staff is always so nice and accommodating when picking up my order. Love all the specials each month!

When I moved back to St. Louis, my friends mentioned a restaurant that used to be here called Byrd and Barrel and that they missed them. When I saw they were returning, I was ecstatic. While I know there are favorites on the menu, I can never resist a chicken parm on the menu. The chicken was excellent, and the toppings were spot on. The battered fries were a good addition, too. Excited to go back and try some more items! read more

Byrd & Barrel - Weekly Special - Chicken Shop Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Really not good. The dude at the counter was not friendly and had the LOUDEST, most obnoxious music playing. We ended up spending $80 and the food was awful. The only thing kinda good was the JITB tacos; the nugz were overcooked and super dark from old oil, the sandwich was undercooked, the fries were fine, nothing special. The tater tots were NASTY!!!!! They over seasoned them, it was horrible. After one I had a stomach ache. Go elsewhere - not worth the money! read more

I absolutely love Byrd & Barrel. As someone who is obsessed with a certain fast food taco, the J.I.T.B. Tacos here are my new go-to. They are fantastic. The tots were also very unique and super crispy. The spices the used on the chicken is unlike anything I've had before. The only thing I wish they did was toss the chicken in the sauces, but the sauces are just used for dipping or tossing yourself. It's a place where you walk up to order and can sit outside at Tamm which is super nice. The workers here are very witty and truly love serving their customers. read more

Great place for yard bird! They know how to fry up some Chicken! I like their sides too