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Shy Bird - Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA

Shy Bird - Kendall Square

4.7 (783)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
390 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Shy Bird is an all day rotisserie, bar, cafe & takeaway. We strive to be affordable, approachable and accessible while offering crave-able food, warmth, and hospitality. We offer a serious beverage program that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Available at shybird.com
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your family gathering, holiday party, rehearsal dinner, or any other celebration here at Shy Bird!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Cross street
    at Broadway
  • Parking details
    There are multiple private lots as well as limited on street parking.
  • Public transit
    Kendall Square Red Line
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 783 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shy Bird in Kendall Square impresses with "excellent service" and "fantastic drinks." Visitors rave about its "delicious food" and "friendly staff" in a lively atmosphere. While some found the noise level high or certain dishes lacking, the "quick service" and varied menu, including standout chicken dishes, keep patrons returning.
783 Reviews
  1. Nancy

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we often come in with a corporate party of 10 for breakfast and the staff always does an amazing job for us. The food is top quality as well.

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  2. Kim

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The second time I have eaten here and I remained impressed with the food. It was a busy evening so the noise level was higher than I would have liked but still worth the visit. Will return.

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  3. caroline VIP

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great customer service and atmosphere. Knew it was my birthday too

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  4. Gabriela VIP

    Miami - Dade28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I love coming here it’s one of my favorite spots. Typically the food is great! I’d say the ceaser chicken wrap was too spicy. The spice was overpowering the rest of the flavors.

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  5. MorganFCharles VIP

    Greater Boston22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chester is an absolute superstar! Kind, patient, and professional. He made our evening extra special. Food was excellent and came out very quickly. Thank you for a wonderful night!

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  6. Barbara

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent chicken sandwich served with great greens - My friend got the chicken with fries, which was also delicious. Our server, Erik R., was fantastic - one of the nicest and best restaurant professionals I've ever had the pleasure to meet. Service was fast. Overall, a nice value for delicious food.

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  7. Cynthia VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chicken tenders and bird bath dip were so good! And the chocolate brownie dessert was one of the best I’ve ever had! The peri peri chicken and linguine with clams were both delicious, but if I weren’t too hungry, I’d want to save room for that dessert!

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  8. Elizabeth VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shy Bird is one of my favorite restaurants- lots of vegetarian options, wonderful, friendly staff, indoor and outdoor dining. But I do have a major complaint. The strawberry shortcake was not made with fresh strawberries- & it’s June! They should either use fresh strawberries or take it off the menu. It tasted like they used strawberry jam, which just doesn’t cut it. Otherwise it’s a 5-star place!

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  9. Lew

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Met a friend at the Kendall Square location for lunch yesterday. He has a fried chicken sandwich which he appeared to enjoy. On the other hand, I had what was called the "big chicken" salad, and it was not a great experience - it was not at all big, the rotisserie chicken in it wasn't exactly plentiful and didn't have much taste, and there was no bacon. Our server, whose name I believe was Eric, was very good. I know this is a popular place, and perhaps what I ordered wasn't the restaurant's best dish, but I certainly wasn't impressed.

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  10. Ciara

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious and the patio was super cute! Good for brunch or late lunch.

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FAQs

Shy Bird - Kendall Square offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 714-4200.

Shy Bird - Kendall Square is rated 4.7 stars by 783 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
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390 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    at Broadway
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There are multiple private lots as well as limited on street parking.
  • Public transit
    Kendall Square Red Line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Available at shybird.com
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your family gathering, holiday party, rehearsal dinner, or any other celebration here at Shy Bird!
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