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    The Bird

    4.2 (2.6k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Amanda M.

    I came here for lunch after stopping by MOMA. Got the spicy chicken sandwich, non spicy chicken sandwich, loaded tots and curly fries. The chicken sandwich overall was fine, but the fried chicken itself was too stringy based on the meat they used. It was hard to easy take a bite of the chicken. The spicy chicken sandwich was spicy and had a kick compared to other chicken sandwiches I've had before. The sandwich also had pickles and coleslaw in it. For the loaded tots, they reminded me of a loaded baked potato but with tots. It came with cheese, sour cream, chives and bacon. For the curly fries, they were good, had nice seasoning on it. Overall, food came out pretty quickly, food is priced reasonably as well. I'd come back for the loaded tots and curly fries, if the chicken wasn't too stringy would be back for the sandwich as well.

    Spicy FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH and CURLY FRIES
    Jacquelyn M.

    I was visiting the SFMOMA and was looking for a quick bite. I saw lots of great reviews so I wanted to try it out for myself. I ordered a spicy chicken sandwich with curly fries for to go. The service was pretty quick. The sandwich was on the spicier side but I really enjoyed it. Everything was tasty and I'd definitely recommend! Can't wait to go back soon!

    CHICKEN BISCUIT WITH TOTS
    Zay M.

    I ordered chicken biscuit and tots via Uber Eats at 1:19pm while at a conference nearby. When I arrived less than 10 minutes later, my order was ready. The food was the appropriate temperature and order was mostly correct. The biscuit itself was somewhat dry, unfortunately, as was missing butter sauce on it. The biscuit was falling apart from being more hard than it being soft. This was disappointing. The tater tots were average.

    FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH and CURLY FRIES
    Amy C.

    The chicken sandwich had the strangest texture I've ever encountered for a protein option. I should have taken a photo of how STRINGY and BOUNCY the meat was. It honestly felt like I was eating rubber. Since this was a work lunch I had already ordered, I begrudgingly ate it anyway. Overall, the experience was a bit traumatizing, and I won't be trying anything from this place again. I'm also big on presentation. The patty was square-shaped and paired with a round bun, definitely unique, but visually unsettling. To make matters worse, everything arrived cold. Not a fan!

    Loaded Tater Tots
    Ronna I.

    We grabbed fried chicken sandwiches and loaded tater tots on our way to the ballpark. The chicken had a nice crispy crust that held up during the walk to the ballpark. The slaw was good, but I would have enjoyed a little more in the sandwich. The thigh meat had quite a bit of silverskin membrane present, which made it a little hard to get off a clean bite. The tater tots were okay and probably would have tasted better if eaten right away. I should have opened the lid so that the steam didn't make them soft while we walked. This is a tiny storefront with a few tables inside. If in the area again, I would return since the chicken sandwich is tasty and reasonably priced.

    Daniel F.

    Overall a pretty decent spot. Stopped by here while working Dream Force at the St. Regis and it's literally right behind the hotel. Upon entering there was a long line and was very busy. I ordered the chicken biscuit with tater tots and it was decent. We are in the city so everything will be over priced. Overall not too bad.

    Cool bag! $0.25
    Becky V.

    Was first introduced to The Bird at a special event where they were serving their sandwich. Two choices: Spicy or not spicy? And I remember how spicy it was! Now it's a regular spot for me. They made new fans of me and I brought others who became new fans too Menu is simple. Get your burger (or salad!), fries or tots, and a soda! Simple enough right? Also really appreciate them offering $8 "the naked bird" if you want a protein+vegetable option without eating the bun! Which can make for a small light meal if you're on a diet Chicken is JUICY and batter is not too thick, done so well. Comes packed SO neatly in a nice looking bag with the wolf/dog logo! $0.25 for bag. Additional 4% SF mandates fee Cool little spot! with happy hour deals too!

    Classic spicy chicken sandwhich
    Lauren R.

    This is a fast casual restaurant located in downtown San Francisco. You order with a person or on a tablet. They'll call out your name when your order is ready and if ordered on the tablet you'll receive a text. I was there during a busy lunch hour. I got my food within five minutes. Even if it's crowded they are churning out food quickly. It would be nice if tables were wiped down more frequently and napkins were restocked. But they were busy. There is dining options for inside or outside. On to the food. The chicken sandwich is huge! There was a lot of food. I could not finish. Their food is consistent and tasty. My sandwich had too much mayo for my personal preference so I'd ask for lite next time. Many of the folks who were walking by kept saying how good the food was here! So it's definitely a popular cheap eat in SF. I think for me personally it's a not a spot I would frequent as it is heavy food. But when you're ready for a big meal at a nice price. This is a good spot to pop in.

    Close up with slaw and pickles.
    Sabrina B.

    This is my go-to spot for lunch when visiting the MOMA close by. Leaving the museum and heading over for a delicious lunch is key to seeing all the exhibits. Their chicken has a nice crunch while still being flavorful and juicy. The loaded cheesy tots are also a great option if you want something delicious but smaller. The spot had plenty of seating (including a few spots outside) which makes dining in quite easy. It is 100% my first preference when visiting the museum/the area.

    Spicy chicken sandwich with curly fries
    Allison S.

    Came back to The Bird to give it a try after a couple of years. The first time the chicken sandwich didn't hit the spot. I don't remember if it was the normal or spicy but from my old photo, it was drier and didn't have a wet sauce coating. I felt like it had too much of a cinnamon flavor. I'm glad I went back, and for happy hour too which is a plus. This time I got the spicy chicken sandwich. It was packed with flavor, super moist, the one thing I didn't like was how stringy the piece of chicken was. It made eating it a bit tough as it ripped in long shreds. I didn't experience the cinnamon flavor that I didn't like the first time which was good. The curly fries were nicely seasoned but we did get mostly tiny end pieces which made it hard to eat. The mango habanero wings have a nice kick but do lean towards a sweeter and mango flavor. The item I would skip is the apple fritter bites. They were over fried with inconsistent saucing on top. A bit dry and had that old oil taste. The first bite was really not good, the other two were slightly softer and had more drizzle on top. The staff were very nice and food came out quick.

    FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH and TATER TOTS
    Janet C.

    Quick delicious bite! Spicy chicken sandwich and tots - was a great mid day pick me up. Chicken was moist and the tots were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Would I go back? Yes!!

    Johnathan Y.

    Came here on a Tuesday night while it was raining outside, so there were very few customers in the restaurant. Was able to place self order using the kiosk right away. Received the original spicy chicken sandwich for dine-in quickly! The slaw, buns, and pickle were nice! The flavor of the sauce and the crunch of the breading were both great, only complaint is the quality of the cut/piece of chicken itself - the meat was incredibly stringy - making for a really hard time in trying to get clean bites out of the sandwich. Bar tables were kept clean and stocked with napkins and wet naps. Love they give water cups to fill up at the fountain. Clean and tidy bathroom. Will always pay a visit when in the area - just wish prices were lower.

    $8 Classic chicken sandwich and $3.75 loaded curly fries
    Vinkin Ken T.

    The Bird has the best fried chicken sandwich in the city. At $10.25 for the sandwich and $5.50 for loaded curly fries, it's still a great deal. The chicken is thick and moist. The bun is grilled and pillowy and the coleslaw pairs nicely with it adding crunch and tanginess. The curly fries were topped with sour cream, cheddar sauce, green onions and bacon. A caloric dense meal but oh so worth it. Service is quick too, I got my order in under 10 minutes. Ordering is through a tablet and staffs were friendly.

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    What oil do you use in the fryer? I have a soy and peanut allergy.

    Hey Jeremy! We use rice oil in our fryers. We do not use anything that contains any soy or peanuts… 

    Is there any dairy in the items - ie. the fried chicken, slaw, wings etc.? Safe for those with dairy allergies?

    Hey Zoe! We do use an egg wash that contains buttermilk when it comes to our fried chicken and we also do butter our buns. We do have wings that are only fried (not breaded) but they are used in the same oil as our regular fried chicken. Our… 

    Are they open on Sundays now (as of April 10, 2021)?

    Yes, open on Sunday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Is there an option for gluten free buns?

    Sorry, we do not have gluten free buns, but the breading on our chicken happens to be gluten free, so if you order the naked bird, it will be gluten free. That said, we cannot guarantee any item will be 100% gluten free due to cross contaminants in… 

    What brand chicken do you use?

    We use free range chicken thigh from Sanderson Farms.

    Have anything that's GF?

    The breading on our chicken happens to be gluten free, so it you order the naked bird or the bird salad, you should be fine. That said, we cannot guarantee it's 100% gluten free because of cross contaminants in the kitchen.

    Is there seating?

    Yes there's seating inside and outside (if weather permits).

    What do you mean by regular/classic? I ordered a regular, but it was very spicy. When people are choosing between regular or spicy, are they really choosing between "spicy" and "extra spicy?"

    Our classic has a slight kick to it and our spicy chicken gets a coating our spicy sauce. Most people would probably give the classic a 1-2 out of 10 on the spicy scale. You may have had a spicy instead of classic if it was very spicy.

    Do you offer a vegetarian/vegan option in lieu of chicken?

    We have a vegetarian salad with romaine hearts and baby kale mix, braised beets, spelt, celery and apple, choice of dressing: vinaigrette (champagne vinegar and honey), ranch, or blue cheese

    Are all the sandos spicy?

    Hi Rafa, you can choose between spicy or classic. The spicy sandwich is a little tricky--some people say it's barely spicy at all, others say it's so spicy they can't even finish it. I'm a spicy food addict and I'd say the sandwich is about a 4-5… 

    Can you order ahead of time?

    I just checked because I wanted to do the same. Their website states that delivery and pickup are only available at their Berkeley location. =\ 4/11/19

    Do you take cash?

    We sure do!

    Is there typically a wait to get a sandwich? If so, how long?

    It all depends on the time you come in. During lunch time, we have a long line from 11:30am-1:30pm and your average wait time will be in between 5-10mins only waiting in line, but you’ll have your sandwich in hands within minutes or even seconds… 

    You said happy hour - when is that and what's the deal? Would love to stop by!

    Michael, we have happy hour daily from 4-7pm. Our happy hour consist of $2 wings but there not your average party chicken wings, we serve the whole wing, it’s a huge wing if you ask me. Also, our tall beer cans are $1 off during happy hour.

    Is this open on Christmas?

    We unfortunately do not open this day.

    Does the spicy chicken sandwich has diary and soy?

    I hope not, but I am not sure Priscilla. Blair (the Business Owner) would be the right guy to ask.

    Is there any way to get The Bird delivered? I checked Caviar and Postmates and on here obviously. Looks like there's no way to have someone bring The Bird to me...

    Hey Austin, We do delivery for catering orders within 6 blocks.… 

    Anyone know when they stop serving breakfast? EDIT: I called and they said 10:30. So early ☹️

    They don't until it runs out

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    Came here recently and had the fried chicken sandwich on my lunch break…read moreI thought it was really great and loved the apple flavor The chicken was a little stringy, but I still liked it and maybe I just got a funky piece

    The Bird, Hayes Valley location, 8.8.26 @ 5:30 PM…read more Counter person David, very nice and really tried to accommodate me along with my order. I had a gift card issued by the restaurant that I had been carrying around for probably over a year. Finally, the timing was right and I was hungry. 1st order the Mango Habanero Fried Chicken Sandwich with Curly Fries. It did arrive quickly, but curly fries were lukewarm and I feel as if I got the bottom of the barrel, mostly bits of fries, very few actual curly fries. 1st bite of the sandwich, I almost gagged. Something stringy kept coming and coming, I honestly thought it was string. I flagged a gal down, her comment "yeh some of the chicken is stringy". David said the supplier "United something" is having trouble as are you, the restaurant with the product they are producing. I asked for a replacement, with a side of mayo, 2nd one not stringy but honestly looked and tasted like pressed chicken and it was white thigh meat. No new fresh fries were offered even though I waited for this 2nd sandwich. Due to the texture and lack of real fried chicken taste, I could not eat this one either. I swear, it's pressed chicken meat. Nothing like I have experienced at your establishment in the past. Not giving up, I ordered a Cheeseburger "Well done" and again a side of mayonnaise. David said that we will prepare it the way you like it. It was NOT WELL DONE, but rare in the middle and the cheese was just sitting on top. I did ask for new fries, which they graciously provided. I must say that this was NOTHING like my 1st experience here. Quality control seems way off. If your Chicken supplier is not giving you a quality product, remove it from the menu until you can find a better supplier. Based on this experience, I don't honestly feel I can return as I'm not confident I will get what I ask for. I will NOT get that Fried Chicken sandwich again. I didn't finish my meal, so asked for a box, then had to go back and ask for a bag. I re-cooked the burger the next day. I have provided 2 photos, 1 of the chicken sandwiches, one of the burgers (raw in the middle) and the ticket for how I asked my burger to be prepared. I wish I had a better review for you, but not at this time.

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