Bird's Nest — Restaurant in Lake View Township

Came to the birds nest on a recommendation for lunch during the week In Arlington hts

We traveled from Chgo not far but were really excited to try it

. The bartender was really nice and attentive and I had a chicken BLT sandwich, which was pretty good

went back on Saturday to take my husband and show him the place and we walked in and proceeded to get sat, and it took over 10 minutes to get greeted at the table

I’ve been in the industry over 20 years so i’m the first person to give you a break

After a while a young girl walked up to us, handed us menus and pointed to the scan bar …..uh. Ok? after sitting there another 10 minutes my husband and I looked at each other and said OK I guess we order on the scan bar?

which I attempted and it was only to view the menu, which I didn’t understand because she just handed me my menu

Again, it was busy ….so I get it …..and we waited and we waited… My husband finally flagged down what we assume is the manager to which he went behind the bar and asked her to come over and take our order nobody was in the weeds. They were just too busy on their phones. I don’t know if she didn’t want to take any tables outside of.her bar rail ? But she was definitely not interested in coming back after dropping off water. The mgr? was nice enough to make our drinks

At this point, I would’ve rather ordered on a scan bar because she seemed really disinterested and bothered by the fact that we wanted to place an order Big mistake i’m a 40-50% tipper for good service

Our appetizer came out, and I had to walk up to the Greet Stand and ask the manager for some silverware because we had none to use with our spinach dip

I then ordered the BLT sandwich which I asked if I could get it on a chicken breast that was crispy this time versus the grilled

I wanted to try it a little bit differently which I was told no problem. Since I saw you have a buffalo chicken breast sandwich that was available I figured easy Peezy. Just a little modified

The food came out timely your food runner is a rockstar. He can carry probably 7 to 10 items at a time so bravo to him & no tray he has mastered it. Upon receiving my sandwich, it turns out instead of a breaded chicken breast. I got what look like kids, chicken, tender dinosaurs on my sandwich, ?

which was really a huge disappointment

that being said, with a combination of terrible service, and nobody really caring about their job, we probably won’t be back.

I watched your greeter on her phone for literally over an hour, as well as your bartender and your server They are young, but clearly haven’t been trained well. Good service brings great money.

call me old Fashioned but they could be picking up glasses, refilling waters, grabbing refills for your servers. If they are too busy to get to it

there’s always something to be done

sadly I’m truly disappointed and probably won’t be back and I’m really sad to write this review because I don’t really like to do this, but what a huge disappointment

it’s like you have teenage girls running it and they’re more concerned with their phones than their service which is a huge mistake. You can make a lot of money with great service instead of being more interested in your phone

The topper was my kids dinosaur like tenders on my sandwich. Unfortunately I won’t be back. The wings are pretty good, but not enough to bring me back to this

We still tipped 20% because that’s just who we are but you would’ve made a lot more money. If you just felt like being a little bit attentive to our table

maybe it comes with age but service is number one in this industry and your staff is more interested in their phones than their guests

We live in an amazing city with loads of options. Even in that area there are over 20 restaurants you can better spend your money at. And feel like you had a great time and welcome

We all work hard for our money. We should feel like we are appreciated when spending it at your establishment

PS it would be nice if you were would split sauces on 10 wings people...

When I arrived here with my boyfriend for a bite to eat, it had been our second time being there. We got in after being carded due to it being a bar as well. It wasn’t filled much but as soon as our waitress came by she said “what do you want” rude, while rolling her eyes. We were thrown back but we assumed she’s just having a rough day so we let that go as we ordered a beer for ourselves. As she came back with our beers she tossed them on the table and walked away as they spilled over the table. It made us want to leave right away. The food and how good we knew it was made us stay. We had been ready to order but she had left once dropping off our beers at the table. I was hungry and my boyfriend lifted his hand in search for her. She came over not even looking at us and said “mhm what do you want” my boyfriend was getting irritated and firmly ordered for both of us. She wasn’t much older than me, and was about my boyfriends age and was acting like a high school girl. As we ate she rarely came check on us and we noticed her kindness to every other table. Realizing I look young, we came to the conclusion she acted this way due to thinking I was underage. As we left, (leaving no tip due to how bad service was) I got a horrible dirty look from another waitress sitting at the bar table leaning back and my boyfriend softly under his breath said “that’s ridiculous” because he even noticed. I have never been treated with such disrespect at a restaurant/bar in my whole life. The only reason I will go there again is for the food because I absolutely love it. Hope this never happens to anyone else or...

Bird's Nest Bar truly exceeded my expectations in every way possible, and I can confidently say it is a must-visit spot for anyone in search of a fantastic night out. From the moment I stepped into this establishment, I was impressed by the ambiance and friendly vibe that welcomed me.

The star of the show, without a doubt, is their mouthwatering chicken wings. Among the best in the area, the Bird's Nest hot sauce flavor wings are absolutely phenomenal, with just the right amount of heat and flavor to leave you craving more.

What sets this bar apart, though, is the exceptional atmosphere it offers. With plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options, you'll never feel cramped or uncomfortable. The dimly lit bar area creates an intimate setting that is perfect for a night out with friends, while the outdoor space offers a refreshing change of pace.

Adding to the fun are the various games available, such as pool, darts, and touch tunes, ensuring there's never a dull moment at Bird's Nest. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, quickly taking care of customers' needs and making sure everyone has a great time.

As if the wings weren't enough, the delicious appetizers and well-crafted drinks only add to the experience. Each dish is prepared with care, making for the perfect complement to your night out. And with plenty of space to bring a group of friends, this bar is ideal for any occasion.

In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Bird's Nest Bar to anyone in search of great food, drinks, and atmosphere. This establishment truly deserves a 5-star rating, and I can't wait...