Shy Bird - South Boston

Shy Bird - South Boston reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Kerryb VIP

   New Orleans14 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   We usually love this neighborhood spot, but service today was worse than we’ve ever seen. The kitchen was running really behind, which is totally normal when it’s such a busy day, but our server did not check in until it has been an awkwardly long wait time after ordering, or let us know there would be a substantial wait for our food, and didn’t seem to care when our app came out with our entrees. (Not a big deal but we wouldn’t have bothered with an app if we had known this). No biggy but the reason for my review was the same server had the table next to us.. when 4-5 of the entrees never came out (like 30+ mins waiting after their friends were already served) he just avoided the table. It was so awkward when we got our food before they did, when we were sat after they had ordered. My guess is they were just really understaffed, but I would think a manager would come over to help or at least address the situation. Tough day to judge a restaurant’s timing etc, but the lack of communication or care to their customers says more than anything else. Disappointed for sure today.
   

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   Melissa

   Greater Boston123 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 15, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We were the older ones here but enjoyed ourselves despite a few items. Our waiter was very nice and didn’t want our review or when we talked to the manager have any thing to do with him. Issues were first off they didn’t not have the martini my friend ordered ( espresso martini… what??? ) Out of it is what was said. Then we ordered apps which the spinach and artichoke dip was a must have not sure what makes this better than mine but wow it was and the whipped feta delicious. Then we’re looking forward to the chicken bites which I thought they were known for and felt how could we not… only to find out they had none?!? There was a 30 yo bday party occurring at same time ( which it was still light out ) so they saved them for that. Not happy at all. Meals were then ordered and manager came by who was lovely but then told us “ oh we have them now?!?) she was kind enough to bring us some but at that point we ate our meals and really were too full to enjoy. Was also told the owner was present but disappointed he never came by. Would I go back? The apps and chicken sandwich was delicious but honestly was a bit annoyed and felt being “ out of items” early in the night is not good in my book also the owner not acknowledging us also left a bad taste. Thanks to the manager who was very nice and understandably stressed being St pats weekend but really would’ve preferred something taken off our bill or another cocktail instead of more food
   

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   Kevin

   Denver1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The host and our servers were fantastic, as was the food. Great place to people watch! :D
   

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   Jonathan VIP

   Detroit3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Busy Friday night, didn’t seem understaffed, but maybe was? Service was very spotty. Had to wait and flag down waiters throughout the night. Not usually the case, but maybe just an off night? Food solid as usual.
   

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   Rachel

   Greater Boston1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love working from Shy Bird! Although sometimes I get charged correctly for WFSB and other times I don’t. But such a great place to go when I’m tired of WFH!
   

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   Angel VIP

   Greater Boston70 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous service, delicious food, great comfortable atmosphere. It's fantastic 😎
   

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   Eleanor

   Greater Boston8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My friends and I had a nice brunch. The food was perfect. I must say, though, the frozen martini was a bit strong. L
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Greater Boston4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was delicious! The drinks were made perfectly. Service was exceptional and quick. I ordered: SB Dunks - 12 pieces w sauce flight - The honey mustard and pecorino ranch were my favorite. Brussels Sprouts & Kale Salad GF VEG dried cranberries, shaved parmesan, toasted almonds, sour apple vinaigrette Reg. Margarita Go try it out, you won’t regret it.
   

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   Barbara

   Greater Boston10 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service very slow today but wait staff was solicitous & kept us informed @ delays.
   

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    Katie VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3

    They were unable to fry anything but waited to tell us until after they sat us and we ordered drinks. This means no fried chicken at a fried chicken restaurant. They also had no avocado and it was brunch.
    

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