Shy Bird
390 Third St, Cambridge, MA
Crema's Take
“This Kendall Square spot opens late and doubles as both a quick caffeine stop and a leisurely dinner destination, with an equally impressive lineup of traditional espresso drinks and creative specialty beverages. Beyond coffee, Shy Bird delivers genuinely satisfying food that goes beyond typical café fare—think herb-roasted chicken with crisp sides, inventive vegetarian options, and standout details like rosemary fries that keep people coming back. The warm, family-friendly atmosphere makes it feel less like a grab-and-go chain and more like a neighborhood gathering place where you're equally welcome to rush in for a cappuccino or settle in for hours with friends.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Open late. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
If you’re in Kendall and want something fast, fresh, and actually satisfying, Shy Bird is a layup. I grabbed the chicken Caesar wrap and it was loaded. Real chunks of juicy roasted chicken, crisp romaine, plenty of parm, and just enough dressing to keep it flavorful without…
The herb roasted chicken was decent and juicy and also priced fairly. The smashed burger was cooked a bit too well and lacked a bit of flavor. Overall not bad
Good food with great atmosphere and at the great location, the squash dish was nice. The rosemary fries were amazing. Even the artichoke dip was good. Peri Peri Margarita was amazing.
Visited some friends in Boston who recommended Shy Bird, and it did not disappoint! The half roast chicken hit the spot, with a nice crisp side salad. We also got "SB Dunks" which were just chicken bites served with all their dips. My favourites were the "Spicy Bird Bath" and…
It seems like most of the reviews on here are for lunch, but this must be the most underrated dinner spot in Kendall square. I was absolutely blown away by the fresh, flavorful vegetarian options! The savoy cabbage, hot honey ricotta, and delicata squash were all out of this…
Crema Reviews
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