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Blue Bird Bistro

The idea behind blue bird bistro is a simple one. Actually, it's more an ideal than an idea. An ideal that starts with a passion for organic food and our desire to share its benefits. A belief in pure, all natural foods unburdened of artificial additives and preservatives. A responsibility to promote sustainable foods and the positive impact that it makes on our world. And a commitment to work closely with local farmers who share in these ideals. The result is an eclectic mix of flavorful, delicious organic fare, ideal for the discerning diner. A diner who truly understands how good organic can be.
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111 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
(111 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 111 reviews
5 stars
(36)
4 stars
(41)
3 stars
(19)
2 stars
(12)
1 star
(3)
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(70)
  • neighborhood gem(70)
  • romantic(36)
  • special occasion(36)
  • great for brunch(35)
  • great for lunch(30)
Blue Bird Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went Mother's Day. I had requested a quiet table, as hearing among the 80-somethings is an issue. Blue Bird was very accommodating, however the quietest area happened to be upstairs. Had I been aware of the climb, I would have prioritized "downstairs" instead of "quiet." Second floor is actually a flight and a half - no elevator - so be forewarned if stairs are a problem for your group. All food was great, except an egg and yam or sweet potato dish which was very undercooked (I think the order may have been turned in late). The very nice waitress took it off our bill. All in all, very nice experience, good food, and bright, cheerful, rustic, historical surroundings. Staff was great and accommodated us as best they could. A-"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My side salad that I had to pay $8.00 extra for was nothing more than a small bowl of mixed lettus leaves, NOTHING else. Over priced and presumuious. Very small and not personal at all. Would never go back."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 3 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food, slow service

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was good. It seemed we sat there a long time before giving our order & when the food came out 3 of the plates were fine, one had the wrong side item. The missing chips were quickly found & I got a bonus salad. Nice, layed-back place with good food. I wouldn't want to try to eat there if I was on a schedule, but the food was worth the wait."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Interesting menu and great food!

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fun overall atmosphere in an edgy area of downtown KC. Close to downtown events. Interesting menu with a lot of good choices. Good smaller plate selections. We experienced poor ventilation of kitchen fumes. Expect to carry the food odors with you on your clothes. All else very good!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Really enjoyed our time at the Blue Bird for dinner. Great suggestion for bottle of wine, appetizer and entrees. It was a bit pricey, but for local food it's worth it. You can taste the difference."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome Place

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Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was a great place with great food!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch
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Review 7 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Went with friends. Was surprised

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went with friends. Was surprised by only fair food, in light of longstanding good reputation. Had the Blue Bird salad: really overpriced and drowned in a much too sweet blueberry vinaigrette. My husband had a stuffed sweet potato: uninspired and again really overpriced for the ingredients in the dish. Won't be going back."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2006
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Review 8 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Sad Evening At Blue Bird Bistro

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The evening we went, our son was given a chipped plate for his salad without nuts as promised, when told this, the waitress brought a small cup of almonds without exchanging the plate out (poor server training). Then we seemed to wait a long time for our main course, and part of the food on my plate was cool (potatoes)instead of warm, my son's also. My husband's pork meal with pasta was extremely small and there was little pork in it. We were saddened by all this, and my husband does not want to ever go back. I like the idea of eating locally grown food and having vegetarian options, so this saddened me."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
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Review 9 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Unique Rest; Unexpected Location

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I love the bohemian feel of this casual restaurant that was once a home. There are several different seating areas on both the upper and lower levels, quiet enough for private conversation. We were there for Sunday brunch. I loved the unusual addition of fresh/healthy ingredients to traditional menu items. I had sweet potato and granola pancakes. They were good but mild on flavor and would have benefited from a little spice. The biscuits were excellent, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. I would definitely return, next time for dinner."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time I had been there.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First time I had been there. Very good. Learned about it through St. Elizabeth's School Auction. Very nice. Hidden spot at least for me but fun to discover!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 11 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Blue Bird is one of my

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The Blue Bird is one of my favorite places to eat. The staff is always pleasant and welcoming and the food is amazing!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I went because I liked the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went because I liked the vegan options on the online menu. Unfortunately, I was told that what I wanted wasn't available as the online menu was only a "representative sample" of their food, not the actual items on any given night. My alternative was yummy, even if it was a bit light on the veggies..."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Seemed tired, past its prime.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Seemed tired, past its prime. We'd heard about this restaurant from several people though I think they probably hadn't been there in some time. What may have been hip and new some years back now seems overly familiar, even worn out. The stuffed red pepper my guest ordered had a medicinal flavor - just plain weird, something out of "The Vegetarian Epicure." Everything needs to be re-hab'd here, from the menu to the rooms to the views out the windows."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2006
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Review 14 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love, love, love Blue Bird

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Love, love, love Blue Bird Bistro. We came for brunch on Easter Sunday and we all loved our meals. It's not the first time we have been here, and each time has always been wonderful."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good enough - I guess

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went to Sunday brunch - enjoyable. Menu is very descriptive - which helps if you wish to eat gluten-free / vegan / healthful. Sweet potato hash was a bit overcooked. The bison sausage benedict had a good taste. Blue bird salad was fairly good - but still needed something to make it stand out. Cocktails & wines good selection. Only major issue - we made a reservation, yet were seated in the bar area - at a wobbly table. Asked to be moved - we were moved to the front area. I noticed there were empty tables upstairs and in the back room - which would have been a nicer dining spot. Will try this place again for dinner - hopefully it will be good enough to add to our rotation."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2006
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was great! Our server

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food was great! Our server was very friendly and attentive, would definitely request him again."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"This was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. It helped that the snow seemed to keep others away, so we had our half of the restaurant to ourselves. But the food was also fantastic (not to mention organic and locally grown). And the service was exactly right."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

As always, very good food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"As always, very good food and service. A good place to go with friends."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 19 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

There is some romance to the

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"There is some romance to the place, but the service was most outstanding. Dining in early March did not offer the best menu, and it could have been better. Pass on the risotto as there is much to be desired on flavor. Instead, take up a glass a wine and chat with the waitress about other dinner options. I enjoyed Blue Bird, but it won't be a "go to" spot on my list."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2010
Special Features: romantic
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Review 20 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Over several visits the past

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Over several visits the past few months, we have been very impressed with the menu, the quality of the food, and the presentation of the dishes. This is an excellent restaurant, not really known to many. Everyone should try it!!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Booked a first time reservation

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Booked a first time reservation on a Monday night, and had no problems getting seated as there were only two other tables in the restaurant (it WAS Monday.) Service was knowledgeable and efficient, and the food was delicious from the first course to the last. I will definitely be back!"
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent restaurant, and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent restaurant, and probably much less well-known than it should be."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Blue Bird is in an old

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The Blue Bird is in an old pharmacy located in a classic old neighborhood off of the beaten path. It has been kept in a very origional stste using as much of the classic decor as possible. It is a good place for those who enjoy the products of the local farms and gardens. I did not mark it for kid friendly, not because a kid should not go in there, but it just seems more of an adult place to talk and enjoy your experience.
I have been there on other occasions for all meals and they were all very good.
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Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our Kauffman Center default

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The Blue Bird is our go-to place for dinner before concerts and events at Kauffman. My wife is the fastidious one in the group, always submitting the wait staff at any restaurant to a thorough inquiry of ingredients and prepared with a long list of modifications to most dishes she orders, and she has always been pleased. The food is good, interesting, and well prepared and we have always found the staff to be pleasant and accommodating, particularly to the fact that we have to head out by a particular time so as not to miss the start of the program (It helps that the restaurant is only 5 min away). Wine list is adequate and very reasonably priced, and they carry a very nice selection of high quality craft beers."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Airport closed, but restaurant open

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A record snowfall stranded us in Kansas City on a Friday night, so we explored your really cool city and found this delightful organic bistro. Unfortunately, it will be a long time between visits, as we are from Pennsylvania. Too bad... there were lots more items on the menu that looked enticing!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 26 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Healthy and yummy

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Not much to say other than eat here now."
Dined on 02/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 27 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It made for a great dinner

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"It made for a great dinner for my girlfiend's birthday. Everything was wonderful!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Quality of dinner food was

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Quality of dinner food was disappointing. Catfish was barely edible. Service was slow."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2012
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Review 29 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I realize that the food is

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I realize that the food is local and organic, but I felt it was way overpriced for what it was. The ambiance not very appealing also. Very plain and boring. No decoration. Was expecting much better than what it was."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2007
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Review 30 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food and service reliably

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food and service reliably good at Blue Bird Bistro. Menu has become a little pricier since we last visited, but overall always very nice."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Horrible service

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was pretty good, but the service was atrocious. We waited for a long time before the hostess greeted or sat us. We had a reservation and ended up sitting in the bar area with the bartender serving us. She was unfriendly and an awful server, she only came to our table three times during the entire meal. My husband's burger came out without a side, which eventually showed up when he was finished with his meal. The food was good, but the service and rude staff completely ruined the experience."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2012
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Review 32 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Tasty and Unique Dishes

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I absolutely loved the squash stuffed bell pepper and the chocolate tart we had for dessert. We had a nice romantic dinner by candle light. Our server seemed busy and unavailable for more than 10 minutes at a time when we needed a refill on water and to order drinks. After ordering a bloody mary, it had to be sent back because it tasted extremely briny. No replacement drink was ordered as the drink was said to have come from a pre-made batch and we had already gotten to the end of our meal by that time. Overall not a bad experience, I just see some room for improvement."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 33 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding food,service and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Outstanding food,service and atmosphere."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 34 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Amazing food. Horrible service.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Been there many times. Food is always amazing. Service is usually very good. This night it was awful. Simply awful. We got there and it took 10 minutes to get a glass of wine at the bar even though nobody was in front of us. The servers kept coming to get drinks for their tables but wohld not make eye contact to serve us. When we were seated we asked for bread. The waitress forgot. We had to ask for refills of water, wine, and bread. We were going to get dessert to go but the waitress never brought us the dessert menu we requested. She had plenty of time to visit with the two guys seated near us. They may have been short staffed but none of the servers had the appeaance of any hustle, urgency, or real concern for service. Food was great."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 35 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Cannot WAIT to go AGAIN! :)

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had NEVER been to the Blue Bird Bistro before Valentine's Day, but was recommended by a friend of ours. We had been looking for an Organic Restaurant and this fit the bill. The time we went was super quiet. The waitress knew all about the menu and could help us with what to choose. :) I absolutely cannot wait to go again. My meal was fabulous and my husbands Turkey melt was MOIST and super flavorful!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I just love the natural food.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I just love the natural food. The server wasn't in particular very nice, but we didn't let that ruin our valentine date. Maybe she was just sad that she didn't have a valentine's date? But i couldn't decide what I wanted to order and she got very ancy and almost rude with me...come on! :)"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good food, good selection

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good food, good selection for picky/organic/non-gluten eaters.
Good value for the money. I was pleasantly surprised with the prices.
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Dined on 02/14/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 38 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Nice quiet evening together.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was interesting and well prepared: Light handed with intense flavors. Wine list is quite good with delightful and solid French wines as well as others. Dessert portions were a little too much, they were well presented and quite good. The wait staff were attentive but not intrusive and very pleasant. We were there early in the dinner hour and while the downstairs seating was bustling and energetic, upstairs was quiet and intimate."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Slowly fading

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We have been coming here for several years now and have had a wide range of experiences. Overall, the service has gone downhill with each visit- everyone is friendly, that is when they remember you are there. We had to get up from the table 3+ times during our meal to ask for service or remind them of forgotten items. Not a great set-up for young children, as they do not supply highchairs (or maybe they just forgot it, too). Food has always been excellent, with the exception being when we came in a group of 5 and most of it was luke warm at best. I am not sure if I will be able to convince my Husband to return at this point :( I hope the kinks get worked out soon!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 40 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Food & Service!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was our first time there, very quiet since we were there at 3p on a Monday which was nice, but I can only imagine this place on a hopping Friday night or Sunday brunch and we look forward to dinging there again!"
Dined on 02/11/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 41 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We have been going to this

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been going to this restaurant for years but were very disappointed in the service this time. The food was great, as usual, but the service was ridiculous...slow, the server didn't know anything about the choices and had no idea of our drink orders...nothing was right. Allow plenty of time if you are trying to make it to a concert or play on time."
Dined on 02/07/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Looking Forward to Future Lunches

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"After hearing so many great things about BBB, we used Restaurant Week as an excuse to try it out. So glad we did! Generous portions, careful attention to ingredients and different dietary choices, and a charming, cozy, place made for a wonderful lunch. I had the carrot soup, which was very different but good. The Golabka was delicious, and both the orange cake and almond cake were great dessert choices. Loved the menu variety. Can't wait to go back.
Another plus--it's right next door to Fervere. We went there on a Thursday lunch and in addition to having a great meal, we were able to purchase a few loaves of the most delicious bread I've ever had!"
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The server was disorganized

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The server was disorganized and our meal came in fits and spurts. I want to like Blue Bird but it's not as good as I remember."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 44 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Long wait for small servings

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Long wait for small servings of cold food cold food."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2008
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Review 45 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

My husband and I went there

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My husband and I went there on the last night of the Kansas City Restaurant week. We had a reservation and we seated in a timely manner. They were down a waitress, and several other tables left while waiting for service. Our food and drinks were tasty. A beverage on the house to apologize for the wait. Good for a special occasion."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 46 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This is the second time I

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is the second time I have come here. The servers are always very nice but the overall service is always extremely slow. Maybe not seating more than what the kitchen can manage can fix that. The dishes are always a hit or miss. Since in total I've tried 7 total items and have only truly liked 2, I probably won't go back unless someone in the group insists."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food took a long time to arrive,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food took a long time to arrive, but it was delicious. Service was extremely friendly, but not very attentive."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Great organic menu and wine

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great organic menu and wine selection. This place is very popular, so reservations are a must. Service can be slow on the weekends."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 49 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Went for KC-RW. Excellent

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Went for KC-RW. Excellent menu and totally adequate service. Steak was way overcooked (didn't want to wait for a redo), but other than that the food was diverse and delicious. I'll be back."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 50 for Blue Bird Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was disappointing

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food was disappointing and bland. Desserts were good. Restaurant is very cute. I would love to make this a regular place because the decor is my style, but I won't go back because the food is just not good and is VERY expensive."
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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