The food received mixed reviews; while many praised the pasta and fried chicken, others found certain dishes greasy or lacking seasoning.
Service
Service was frequently highlighted as exceptional, with specific staff members receiving commendations for their friendliness and attentiveness.
Atmosphere
The restaurant's cozy and intimate setting was appreciated, although some noted it felt cramped.
Pricing
Several customers felt the prices were high relative to the food quality, particularly for the tasting menu and certain dishes.
Happy Hour
The pasta happy hour was a popular feature, with many customers enjoying the value and flavors offered during this time.
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Henry Riggall
2 days ago
5.0
Amazing fried chicken! And low key best ribs in NYC! Really delicious & great wine selection.
Family owned, Really high quality ingredients, not only is the food delicious but it was good to support a local business.
We were a party of 6 but there were plenty of dates around us.
TM
Trent Moorman
2 days ago
5.0
Incredible dinner. The chicken melted me into a pleasure land. the hush puppies were next level. The rib was unreal. Will be back as soon as I can!!!!
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Tara
Nov 10, 2025
5.0
Amazing food and service! The prix fixe menu was so good we came back the next night for happy hour pasta. The atmosphere was cozy and our server was accommodating and made some great suggestions. Highly recommend!
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Thilini Indraratne
Nov 10, 2025
5.0
My friend and I visited Bird Dog twice during our trip to New York (it was that good)! On our first night we did the prix fixe menu and every single dish we ordered was incredible. I’m gluten free and they had a lot of options for me and their gf pasta was amazing - even my non-gf friend enjoyed it. On our visit night we got to try a couple more pastas we had wanted to try the night before and it was during happy hour so we got them for 50% off.
On top of the food being delicious, the atmosphere and service were also outstanding. The staff is so friendly and the restaurant feels cozy, but elevated at the same time. Will definitely be back on our next visit to NYC!
CC
Chandler And Caroline
Oct 30, 2025
2.0
Not my first visit here. I have a peanut allergy. After listing it on my reservation and notifying the server when we sat down, it was still served during the family style meal for 11. It was quite visually similar to the other salad placed on the table. This made me very uncomfortable and I don't understand why ask about allergies and then serve them and place them in front of the person who is allergic. I was not asked if we wanted to peanuts to be served after telling the staff of my allergy, and I was the person who made the reservation. I was sent home with a bag of the leftovers and they included the dish with peanuts there as well. I hope this isn't typical of service as this is dangerous to people with severe food allergies.
Yes, Bird Dog accepts reservations, which can be made through their reservation link on Resy.
What are Bird Dog's happy hour times?
Bird Dog's happy hours are from 4 PM to 6 PM Monday through Friday, and from 2 PM to 6 PM on Saturdays and Sundays.
What is the cuisine style at Bird Dog?
Bird Dog offers Italian cuisine with a Southern drawl, focusing on handmade pasta and Southern flavors.
What are Bird Dog's kitchen hours?
The kitchen is open from 4 PM to 10 PM Monday through Wednesday, 4 PM to 11 PM Thursday through Saturday, and 2 PM to 10 PM on Sunday.
Does Bird Dog offer takeout and delivery services?
Yes, Bird Dog offers in-store pickup, curbside pickup, and delivery. Delivery orders can be placed through their online ordering link.
What types of payments does Bird Dog accept?
Bird Dog accepts various payment options including American Express, Android Pay, Apple Pay, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Samsung Pay, and Visa.
What is the dress code at Bird Dog?
The dress code at Bird Dog is casual attire.
Where is Bird Dog located?
Bird Dog is located at 525 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014, in the West Village neighborhood of NYC.
What nearby restaurants can I visit around Bird Dog?
Nearby restaurants include Southern Charm, a southern restaurant and coffee shop; Flip Sigi, a Filipino restaurant; and Via Porta, an Italian restaurant and cafe. You could explore these spots before or after dining at Bird Dog.
Are there convenient transit or services near Bird Dog?
Yes, nearby are several post offices such as the United States Postal Service, Post Office West Village, and US Post Office, which can be convenient for mailing needs during your visit. Also nearby is Westgate Cleaners if you require dry cleaning or alterations.
What entertainment or other services are near Bird Dog?
Nearby you can find entertainment and services like the event photography and arts production company torich.nyc, the nail salon Oasis Nail Inc, and the gym Willspace for those interested in fitness or arts activities around the area.