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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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
You know from all the fan fare this place has seemed to accumulate I was expecting the best chicken sandwich in the city! But, I regret to inform the yelp community that it might be the worse chicken sandwich I've ever had! It almost had a cinnamon taste to it, the chicken was hard, and stringy. It also just tasted greasy! I also tried the biscuit tender mini sandwich, and that was worse! It was super tough, and inedible.....I literally took a couple of bites, and had these long pieces of membrane in the chicken that tasted like rubber... I also ordered the curly fries, and those were the best part of the meal. Maybe I just happened to come on an off day, but man I was bummed I spent 30 dollars for something that was inedible! I will say the staff were very friendly, and the place was kept very clean on a positive note.
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.
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.
Came to The Bird to try their chicken sandwich. Overall the flavor profile was great - I loved the sauce and the onions. The breading on the chicken was also tasty. My only complaint was the chicken was a bit stringy and hard to chew! Otherwise, service was fast and they offer plenty of indoor and outdoor seating in a relatively small place.
1 month ago
A nice little spot to go to after hitting up the MOMA. We took the kids to see some art and my husband had been talking about this place. My eldest is a big chicken sandwich fan so we just had to make it happen. Needless to say he was happy. We came during their happy hour and got the donuts holes too! 10/10. My daughter even finished her food and she's a picky eater! The ordering process is a touch screen. There's 2 screens in case you don't know what you want and there's a line. (I tend to feel pressure if there's 1 kiosk.) The employees are incredibly kind. My son had a bunch of questions and they were glad to answer them. read more
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Daniel H.
Hi Melissa! Thank you for the kind words, we really do appreciate…
14 days ago
Was pleasantly surprised with this place! First of all, their prices are pretty affordable. We got the spicy chicken sandwich, tenders + curly friends, and loaded fries for about $35! NOT BAD Not only that but the food was so good. Well seasoned, crispy, and made fresh. they also have happy hour 3-6 pm everyday. recommend this spot for a good casual bite! read more
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Juan B.
Hi Melissa,…
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. read more
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Juan B.
Hi Amanda,…
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. read more
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Daniel H.
Hi there Zay,…
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! read more
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Daniel H.
Hi Amy,…
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. read more
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Daniel H.
Hi Ronna,…
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. read more
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Daniel H.
Thanks for coming by Daniel! Glad you enjoyed the food. Hope to have…
1 month ago
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. read more
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Juan B.
Hi Sabrina,…
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! read more
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Darius R.
Hello Becky,…
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. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Lauren,…
4 months ago
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. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Allison,…
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!! read more
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Darius R.
Thank you for the kind words, Janet! Hope to have you back in soon to…
2 months ago
You know from all the fan fare this place has seemed to accumulate I was expecting the best chicken sandwich in the city! But, I regret to inform the yelp community that it might be the worse chicken sandwich I've ever had! It almost had a cinnamon taste to it, the chicken was hard, and stringy. It also just tasted greasy! I also tried the biscuit tender mini sandwich, and that was worse! It was super tough, and inedible.....I literally took a couple of bites, and had these long pieces of membrane in the chicken that tasted like rubber... I also ordered the curly fries, and those were the best part of the meal. Maybe I just happened to come on an off day, but man I was bummed I spent 30 dollars for something that was inedible! I will say the staff were very friendly, and the place was kept very clean on a positive note. read more
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Daniel H.
Hi Mike,…
4 months ago
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. read more
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The Bird Montgomery
Vinkin Ken T,…
7 months ago
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. read more
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The Bird Montgomery
Hey Johnathan. Glad to see you liked our food.We always do our best…
Came to The Bird to try their chicken sandwich. Overall the flavor profile was great - I loved the sauce and the onions. The breading on the chicken was also tasty. My only complaint was the chicken was a bit stringy and hard to chew! Otherwise, service was fast and they offer plenty of indoor and outdoor seating in a relatively small place. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Maya,…
Fried chicken Sando here is always on point. The batter they use is really crispy and tasty. The chicken is hot, soft and tender. This is a very hot sandwich so I advise to wait a few minutes before taking a bite as I burned my tongue a couple of times. The sauce, coleslaw and pickles work so wonderfully well with the sandwich. This was yummy to the last bite! It can get pretty busy here during lunch time but if you come around 11:30 the wait is minimal. Took about 10 min for me to get my food. There is a touchscreen to order food but you can always walk up and order with the cashier. Sometimes I think it's faster that way instead. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Johnny,…
One of my fav fried chicken spots. I really appreciate that the chicken itself if gluten free and if you order the Naked Chicken the meal will be entirely gluten free. It feels like eating something fun but it's not greasy and you don't feel gross after. Quick service, great for to go orders. Curly fries are delicious. Usually try to eat it a few times when I'm in town. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Amanda,…
The Bird bills itself as San Francisco's favorite fried chicken sandwich, and what it serves does feel distinctly SF. The chicken is battered in a style that reminds me of fish and chips: light and crisp, with a subtle sweetness that sets it apart from others I've tried. On the other hand, the sides are mediocre; their curly fries are popular, but they didn't stand out to me. I'd recommend the apple fritters though, whose dense, doughy texture makes them a rich, satisfying way to end a meal. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Bryce,…
I was recommended this place, and it definitely lived up to the hype. It has one of the best chicken sandwiches I've had in a while. Perfectly fried, crispy on the outside, tender and juicy inside, with soft and sweet buns. The coleslaw and crisp pickles were the perfect finishing touches. I also got the tator tots, and they were amazing! The environment was very chill, with great music, fast service, and a homey ambiance. I will definitely be back and highly recommend it! read more
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Darius R.
Hello Diana,…
Both the naked bird and the fried chicken sando are fantastic here. I go for the naked bird when I want a healthy, lighter option. The crispy skin on the naked bird strips is delicious. Seating is also pretty plentiful even with the usual crowd. Service is wonderful as well. Love coming here. read more
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Darius R.
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1 month ago
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The Bird Montgomery
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2 months ago
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Daniel H.
Hi Grace,…
6 months ago
Interior is nice with plenty of seating inside and outside! There's a TV inside the restaurant, so if you want to watch sports while enjoying your meal you totally could. Staff were attentive and helpful. I personally got their spicy fried chicken sandwich, and although I did find it a bit salty the chicken was juicy and paired nicely with the slaw and pickles. Tater tots and curly fries were perfect and crispy. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Crystal,…
With two locations in the San Francisco area, the Bird (founded in 2016) is a part of the Back of the House restaurant group, owner of eight other concepts. It has a small menu, focusing on crispy chicken sandwiches in a fast food setting. I found the original chicken sandwich to be good, with the added potatoes being a requisite for the meal. This location was within walking distance from our hotel, so took a walk through the blustery weather. The seating is arranged communal bench style with 6-8 person seating at each table. So we decided to get the order to go. One can place the order through a self-service kiosk with a phone number: you will get a text when the order is ready for pick-up at the front counter. All the sandwiches use the same excellent burger bun (learned it is also used at their sister restaurant, Super Duper. The naked bird ($8) spicy choice was a cut up fried chicken piece, and was indeed quite spicy hot. The cutting up made the chicken a bit drier though. The OG Fried chicken sandwich ($10.25) WAS juicy and provided some good bites. I had asked for the coleslaw to be on the side, and a decent amount was given as a side. The coleslaw is a house made apple slaw, and it was quite good (though the apple tasted more like jicama). We also got a Buffalo Bird ($11), the OG dunked in Buffalo sauce. The OG is a lot better choice, for cheaper, too. Curly fries ($4) and tater tots ($3.50) added the necessary starch to the meal. The tater tots were the clear winner, with many of the curly fries pieces being overcooked and dry. Toast was the payment processor, giving us a clear digital receipt. There is a mandatory 4% employee benefits fee...I didn't see this sort of fee as much as I would expect dining in San Francisco. read more
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Darius R.
Hello James,…
3 months ago
Recommended by Yelp while in California. The Bird didn't disappoint. Staff were extremely friendly from the time you walked in the door . I recommend this location for sure - Good Eats read more
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Daniel H.
Hi Cassy,…
1 year ago
Came here with a friend on a weekday for lunch. I got the original chicken sandwich with extra cole slaw & pickles, along with curly fries, tater tots, and corn ribs as sides. The chicken sandwich was perfection--juicy, perfectly seasoned, and surprisingly not too greasy (very difficult for fried chicken). It didn't feel too heavy at all and I loved how the crunch and sourness/acidity of the other ingredients complemented the chicken super well. Nothing of note about the curly fries and tater tots, but the corn ribs were definitely a must get! So fun nibbling on sliced corn wedges, and the cheese/mayo combo was fantastic Definitely will be back when I'm craving a good ol' chicken sandwich!! Everything was reasonably priced as well read more
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Darius R.
Hello Raymomd,…
2 months ago
I ordered for pickup, and the food was fresh and ready. The chicken sandwich is a standout--the portion was huge and the flavor was spot on. I also tried the loaded tots; the green onions added a nice freshness, though the bacon had a bit of a pre-packaged taste, it might just be me. Overall, it was a great experience with generous portions that left me satisfied. I'll definitely be back to grab another sandwich soon! read more
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Daniel H.
Hey Michael!…
I came here for dinner on Tuesday while spending the week in SF. This restaurant was easily walkable from the hotel where I was staying at in SoMa. The menu is simple and largely displayed above the register. I ordered the Spicy Chicken Sandwich ($10.25) and also tried some of their Apple Fritters (3 for $2.25). The chicken sandwich is nicely seasoned. I would say it's a 6/10 on the spice level. Just the right amount of kick for those that don't have a huge spice tolerance. I'd prefer it spicier, but the sandwich was very tasty and I would order this again. The Apple Fritters are shaped slightly larger and denser than your typical donut hole. You'll like these if you like cake donuts. They were very tasty and a nice treat to cap off dinner. The maple glaze is not too sweet and I read that they use actual Fuji apples. Added plus as they were even streaming the Giants game when I visited. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Shins…
Came here after visiting the MOMA! Store was pretty clean. We ordered at the kiosk for dine-in and got the 10x piece mango habanero wings ($10), mango habanero sandwich, and spicy fried chicken sandwich. The food came out fairly fast. I thought the fried chicken sandwich was pretty good. It was super juicy and flavorful, but was missing a crunch to it. I thought it wasn't as big as I would have liked. The coleslaw and pickles complimented really well. The wings and mango habanero were good as well. I thought the mango habanero sandwich needed some coleslaw and pickles as well. read more
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Darius R.
Hi Thu,…
1 year ago
Solid lunch place with some heat. Great portion size and quick service. Ordered a spicy chicken sandwich with fries ($15). If you use the DoorDash dine in option for a discount when you check in at the restaurant. The apple slaw on the sandwich was super unique, had tons of flavors. And the spicy chicken sandwich was definitely spicy, but a bearable spicy! Chicken was tender and had a great crunch. Moving to the fries, which are curly fries are super yummy. Want to come back to try the apple fritters! read more
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Darius R.
Hi Christina!…
My friend and I were staying in the city for a concert we were going to at Oracle. We were staying at the W and their bar doesn't serve a full menu during the day. We sought out a place close and ended up here. It was just a few minute walk from the hotel. We walked in and were greeted immediately. It has an old cafeteria vibe and is very cleamr. You have an option to order via two different computers or when busy they have another person taking orders. We ordered the Chix Biscuit and Tots as well as Fried Chix Sandwich and curly fries. The biscuits are absolutely delicious and made in house. The chicken on both sandwiches was crispy and so juicy!!! The chicken came out steaming it was so fresh! The sandwich is served with their "dijonaise" which is very good and a pickle thinly sliced length-wise. The tots and fries were both crispy (you can get them loaded if you'd like) we were able to get a side of nacho cheese which was such a good pairing with both the tots and curly fries. You can order a beer or enjoy and fountain drink. Would absolutely recommend this place! read more
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Darius R.
Hello Amanda,…
Came here for a quick lunch and this is legit the some of the best bites I've had in my life. The fried chicken is very juicy and crispy. The cold slaw is super fresh with celery bits too. The packaging is fun and insta worthy. There is a little bit of wait so I'd recommend ordering ahead or going after 2 pm or so. It's a pretty small place inside but there's outdoor seating. I'd love to come back and try the classic version and the mango habanero too. The sides and desserts look intriguing and reasonably priced. read more
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Darius R.
Hello Joy,…
I've visited the bird and the one at Hayes valley sometimes ..fried chicken sandwich fries wings etc ..fun ..years ago read more
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The Bird Montgomery
Another fan! Thank you for such a great review. Stoked to hear you…
22 days ago
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C L.
Hi John, I can assure you we never want our guests to have this…
The staff are friendly and we got our food fresh in a short amount of time. The coleslaw was my favorite part of the meal, it was unique and flavorful. The curly fries were seasoned and crispy. The chicken itself was on the bland side and a bit small (reminded me of a slightly better version of a Mcchicken patty from McDonald's). There's ample seating and the restaurant was pretty clean. Parking is rough as it's on a busy street but that's most of San Fran. read more
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Darius R.
Thanks for checking us out Troy!…
1 year ago
Very juicy chicken wrapped in the biscuit was a new taste I've ever tried. Wasn't easy to find a parking but it worth it! read more
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Darius R.
Hello Christine,…
7 months ago
The chicken was so gross I could only take a few bites. I kept turning the sandwich hoping to get a bite from a different angle but it was all inedible, rubbery, fatty, stringy and so gross. Giving 2 stars instead of 1 because the service was friendly and quick, love that they give out wet wipes for your hands, and the flavor on the curly fries was good. Would absolutely not come back. read more
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Darius R.
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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.
Is peanut oil used?
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.
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
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.
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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