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Bluebird Tavern
At Bluebird Tavern our inventive New England Style cuisine is centered on farm fresh Vermont ingredients in a casual but elegant setting. Founded in 2009, Bluebird Tavern has been recognized by Bon Appetit Magazine, Food & Wine Magazine, and by the James Beard Foundation. Located in the heart of downtown Burlington, one block off of the Church St Marketplace, Bluebird Tavern offers a large bar area, open kitchen, chef's table, and an intimate dining room. Our cuisine is centered New England classics with a French and Italian influence. Fresh seafood straight from the docks in Boston, hand made pastas, and traditional tavern offerings such as our double burger are anchors of the Bluebird Tavern menu.
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57 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 57 reviews
5 stars
(26)
4 stars
(25)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(37)
- good for groups(16)
- special occasion(15)
- vibrant bar scene(15)
- neighborhood gem(14)
- hot spot(11)
Bluebird Tavern Reviews List
Review 1 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice Street dining
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server was fantastic - on top of everything and knew the menu, including wines. We took advantage of the Burlington restaurant week. Both of our dishes were good and eating outdoors on the street made for a wonderful evening."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Where's the bacon?
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had a sausage and bacon entree but the bacon seemed more like to slices of very dry pork loin. If I remember correctly the meat was in a sort of bean cassoulet which was tasty and the sausage was pretty good. The clam chowder with potatoes soup was kind of bland. The meal in general was very disappointing since I went there specifically for the food."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 3 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and the service were outstanding. I particularly enjoyed the fiddleheads--a memorable dish."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service, delicious,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service, delicious, inventive menu - great place. IT was a wonderful evening, except for one thing....if only it weren't quite so noisy! The cement floor and bare walls give it an oddly cold feeling that bounces sound all around. A good place to go with friends and enjoy some great cuisine, though."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun, vibrant restaurant in
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fun, vibrant restaurant in Burlington, just off of Church Street. Accommodated a group of 5 easily---good energy, service and food"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 6 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Oysters in Burlington, Vermont
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved our meal - especially the oysters! Very inventive choices on the menu. I had the lobster with strozzapreti with morels and almonds - yum. My husband had the smoked chicken pie - wonderful. The only fault we found was that our waiter did not tell us about the specials. We heard them after-the-fact from a waiter at the next table. He also never asked us if we wanted dessert."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
High praise for Bluebird Tavern
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our family enjoyed a delicious and beautifully prepared and served dinner. Wonderful service and high-quality food!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Brunch is only a Sunday option
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Brunch is only a Sunday option and it was amazing. Most places in Burlington have hour waits for brunch on a weekend but I dont think people realize bluebird tavern does brunch so no wait and amazing food! A great option for when you want good food but not to wait forever. Also they give you little muffins once you order while you wait for your food too cute and delicious. Super helpful waitress too!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 9 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food, a bit pricy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good food, a bit pricy for Burlington, VT. Excellent service"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 10 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The wait staff was friendly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The wait staff was friendly and attentive to our demanding party. The menu offered great variety. The food was terrific - thoughtfully prepared and presented. Great local draft beer choices. A very fun evening."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
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Review 11 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and our server
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and our server was fabulous. We were seated at a small table (wedged between 2 other parties). We asked to be moved to the bar area, and they eagerly obliged. Perfect evening - oysters and lamb burger were fantastic (and the martinis - perfect)!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
U guys are way to expensive...c'mon
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"U guys are way to expensive...c'mon the new york steak i've had was 80 $..."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
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Review 13 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed a generous portion
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed a generous portion for two of their New England Seafood Boil. The waitstaff was very accommodating and it was a delightful experience. Highly recommend."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 14 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was very good. I
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was very good. I had the Flat Iron Steak and it had a taste of lamb to it . Did not consider it a value because of the small portion to price ratio. Oysters were excelent. Cocktail was very good. I had a Manhatten it came with a sidecar with the extra drink in it and the cherry was delish. Wifes meal was outstanding/ however they did not have Sapphire gin. :("
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 15 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always have great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always have great food and a great time at the Bluebird Tavern."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went for their double burgers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for their double burgers and fries special. The food was great, the service was outstanding. It may become a regular spot!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2011
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Review 17 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We really enjoyed our dinners.....w
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We really enjoyed our dinners.....we were six so there was a good mixture of the food selection available."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 18 for Bluebird Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
yum yum
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"definitely some of the best oysters in town....and the chocolate "pudding" dessert special was eye-crossingly luscious!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bluebird Tavern
Based on the average of (39) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic