Shy Bird - Kendall Square

4.7

755 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:30

Booked 31 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Lively
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.

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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
(617) 714-4200
Website
http://www.shybird.com/
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!

Location
390 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Area
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
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Overnight OatsUS$6.75
oat milk, fruit, dates, almond butter
Belgian Liege WafflesUS$9.50
maple syrup, powdered sugar
Egg & CheeseUS$3.95
cheddar, king's hawaiian roll
Breakfast WrapUS$9.50
scrambled eggs, hash brown, pepperjack cheese, avocado, hot sauce; Gluten free available
Shy Bird SandwichUS$6.50
egg, cheddar, avocado, spicy aioli
Fried Chicken & EggUS$11.25
hot honey, pepperjack cheese
B.L.TUS$9.75
north country bacon, tomato, romaine, black pepper mayo
Breakfast PlateUS$11.50
scrambled eggs, bacon, toasted 7 grain, hash brown
Harissa Breakfast BowlUS$13.00
eggplant, roasted shallots, blistered tomato, vegan herb yogurt, harissa vinaigrette, lentil & brown rice

Sides

Housemade Hash BrownUS$3.75
OMG English MuffinUS$4.50
with butter & jam
Fresh Fruit BowlUS$6.50
Side Bacon or SausageUS$4.50
Iggy's Butter CroissantUS$4.25
Iggy's Chocolate CroissantUS$4.95
Iggy's Almond CroissantUS$4.95
Belgian Liege WaffleUS$4.75

Drinks

Bottled WaterUS$2.25
CokeUS$2.85
Diet CokeUS$2.85
Cranberry JuiceUS$3.00
Orange JuiceUS$3.75
LemonadeUS$3.50

Coffee & Tea

all drinks available iced

Hot CoffeeUS$2.95
Iced CoffeeUS$3.95
EspressoUS$3.55
CappuccinoUS$4.45
LatteUS$4.45
MochaUS$4.95
CortadoUS$4.45
AmericanoUS$3.75
Hot ChocolateUS$3.75
Hot CiderUS$3.50
Chai LatteUS$4.00
Matcha LatteUS$5.50
Earl Grey TeaUS$3.50
English Breakfast TeaUS$3.50
China Breakfast TeaUS$3.50
Jasmine Green TeaUS$3.50
Moroccan Mint TeaUS$3.50
Crimson Berry HerbalUS$3.50
Mount Olympus HerbalUS$3.50
Counter Culture Coffee
whole bean or ground for home
- 12ozUS$15.00

What 755 people are saying

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

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Boston
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Shy Bird in Kendall Square is a bustling spot known for its "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "exquisite chicken and waffles" and "delicious cocktails." The atmosphere is lively, perfect for group gatherings or casual meals. While some noise issues exist, the overall "experience is great," making it a favorite for many.

755 Reviews

M
Michael VIP
San Francisco37 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We arrived for our reservation and asked for as quiet a table as they could find. They accommodated us and still had us seated right on time. The food from beginning to end was excellent - full of flavor, just right portions, and quickly served even though the restaurant was definitely full. The butternut squash soup was particularly delicious and the cod was both flaky and moist. The service from everyone was happy, friendly, and just the proper amount of attention and energy. Pricing, IMO, is really fair for the quality of what you receive.
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Gail VIP
Greater Boston11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely Birthday celebration for a friend. The restaurant treated us very well.
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AllyM
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great spot for a quick but quality dinner on a weeknight. This place is so consistent. Love the whipped ricotta addition to the menu!
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Jennifer
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great little spot. Casual, food was very good, service great.
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Natalie
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress Olivia was so sweet and nice! She even gave us chocolate cookies on the house!! We will be back :)
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Ale
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
La experiencia fue excelente, la comida deliciosa y el precio aceptable para ser Boston. Definitivamente volveré.
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Ludivine
Greater Boston6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love everything about Shy Bird: service, location, food except the very high level of noise, including loud music for a space that mostly welcome business lunches during weekdays.
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Beth VIP
Greater Boston9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lunch at Shy Bird is always delicious and lively! Lots of people talking and meeting up to discuss high energy projects.
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Michele VIP
Greater Boston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a magnificent experience dining at Shybird!
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Michael VIP
Greater Boston14 reviews
2.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We've been to a few of the different Shy Bird locations throughout the years. But we find every time we go to the Kendal location that the food is at best mediocre and the service very spotty. Not sure of their management style there but it doesn't seem to work. We will not return.
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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 755 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

16 Mar 2025

19:30

Booked 31 times today

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Google Map for Shy Bird - Kendall Square

390 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
at Broadway
Area
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
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.shybird.com/
Phone number
(617) 714-4200
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!

Shy Bird - Kendall Square

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

SB Smash Burger

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Chicken Benedict

Breakfast Plates

Overnight OatsUS$6.75

Belgian Liege WafflesUS$9.50

Egg & CheeseUS$3.95

Breakfast WrapUS$9.50

Shy Bird SandwichUS$6.50

Fried Chicken & EggUS$11.25

B.L.TUS$9.75

Breakfast PlateUS$11.50

Harissa Breakfast BowlUS$13.00

Sides

Housemade Hash BrownUS$3.75

OMG English MuffinUS$4.50

Fresh Fruit BowlUS$6.50

Side Bacon or SausageUS$4.50

Iggy's Butter CroissantUS$4.25

Iggy's Chocolate CroissantUS$4.95

Iggy's Almond CroissantUS$4.95

Belgian Liege WaffleUS$4.75

Drinks

Bottled WaterUS$2.25

CokeUS$2.85

Diet CokeUS$2.85

Cranberry JuiceUS$3.00

Orange JuiceUS$3.75

LemonadeUS$3.50

Coffee & Tea

Hot CoffeeUS$2.95

Iced CoffeeUS$3.95

EspressoUS$3.55

CappuccinoUS$4.45

LatteUS$4.45

MochaUS$4.95

CortadoUS$4.45

AmericanoUS$3.75

Hot ChocolateUS$3.75

Hot CiderUS$3.50

Chai LatteUS$4.00

Matcha LatteUS$5.50

Earl Grey TeaUS$3.50

English Breakfast TeaUS$3.50

China Breakfast TeaUS$3.50

Jasmine Green TeaUS$3.50

Moroccan Mint TeaUS$3.50

Crimson Berry HerbalUS$3.50

Mount Olympus HerbalUS$3.50

Counter Culture Coffee

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Shy Bird - Kendall Square offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Shy Bird - Kendall Square currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

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Dining areas

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