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Birdies Cafe
233 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157, United States
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Ch
Review №1

Tasty and smooth espresso. Great breakfast sandwich. Super friendly & hospitable service. Charming atmosphere. I certainly will be back when in the area again.

Ga
Review №2

Super cute little cafe. Great selection of coffees and flavors. Delicious bagels, and I love the quirky atmosphere. It feels so welcoming.

Lo
Review №3

Very generous portions. The avocado salad was delicious; along with the hummus on the side. Ate out front on the adorable tables. Enjoyed every bite. Will go again!

Jo
Review №4

Its a really cute, cozy place(inside at least). Food/pastry are decent with reasonable pricing. The outside seating area is run down and you can tell that that the level of care is just no longer there. Gave it 2 stars because of the terrible customer service. Having to take an order from a customer appears to be an inconvinience for the staff, so we wont be back.

Sa
Review №5

Very lovely, spacious cafe. The cashier was nice, and drinks and food came out petty quickly. Will definitely come back if Im in the area again!

Sh
Review №6

I visited this cafe for the first time yesterday and the food was great. I love that its quirky, different, and colorful. Im giving it 2 stars because of the owner (assuming). The lady, both yesterday and todays visit, just seemed cold and not very friendly. After I ordered she told me to wait outside (instead of waiting in the seating area or anywhere else inside) and shed bring it to me. I have not encountered any other staff yet but hoping the others are more pleasant.

El
Review №7

Great space! Well designed food and drink menus. And a supportive owner all make for a worthy community addition and one that should be supported.

Ba
Review №8

The Nutella! Oh my gosh amazing. This place is adorable and reasonably priced with the most unique and amazing drinks. A must stop in if you are in the area - skip Starbucks.

Cy
Review №9

The place looks very cute and fun, but the lady at the counter was extremely rude and completely unwelcoming. First time in the area and felt like maybe the people here had more manners and were more friendly than the rest of Marylanders who mostly lack general friendliness, but this lady was par for the course. If we werent hungry and in a hurry I would have just gone elsewhere. It was painful when the tip screen came up because you cant back out of it....but the only tip I wanted to give was have better customer service.

Li
Review №10

The only cool spot in downtown Westminster. If you’re too uptight, don’t come here. Their coffee is great and so was their food. Will be coming for sure!

Ic
Review №11

Great food and coffee is to die for. Me and my wife love the coffee choices and options. Great pricing.

Em
Review №12

Ive been several times now and the coffee has always been very good. Their pumpkin chai is one of the best around.

Am
Review №13

The worst staff ever. I have never had a terrible experience with customer service until birdies cafe. Not only is the basic beverages you could make at home expensive but taste like gas station coffee. I don’t understand why they have 5 star reviews as Waffle House has better service. Don’t recommend just go to Dunkin’ ;)

Ga
Review №14

I had never been to this place before. The food was good, but the lady *yelled* at me in front of other customer when I asked where I should leave the plates. I felt extremely uncomfortable...

Ry
Review №15

Super cute place with great coffee, amazing food and a super cool owner. Love it!!!

Th
Review №16

This place is INCREDIBLE. Edie was great, who prepared the best espresso Ive enjoyed in Maryland in years! Great atmosphere and the perfect cafe #TheApplegateExperience... Sit back and relax.

Ra
Review №17

Coffee was fine. The staff was cold and made us feel like we were inconveniencing them ... also who doesnt have hot espresso?

Ma
Review №18

Birdies is a fun, eccentric little coffee shop in downtown Westminster. The staff is friendly and familiar. We enjoy the sandwiches and breakfast faire. The coffee is also pretty good.

Jo
Review №19

Great coffee I highly recommend this place.

Wi
Review №20

Inviting and cozy environment. Nice local place to relax with a coffee or tea or meet up with friends for lunch. I havent tried the food yet but the menu looked great. I look forward to taking my wife there for a quiet dinner. My 3 year old daughter and I were greeted very warmly and with respect. I also like that they openly support and celebrate the LGBT community.

Re
Review №21

Great coffee! Best grilled cheese ever! Staff is amazing. Local art is so beautiful AND affordable. What a gem! Love coming here!

Am
Review №22

I absolutely love this little gem in the heart of Westminster! Unique and eclectic, boutique-style cafe. Artsy, LGBT friendly with great food and amazing smoothies! The owner and staff are so down-to-earth and welcoming. Will return as often as possible!

Na
Review №23

The food was good. A black coffee took more than 5 minutes to be had. I feel like the owner(s) just may be past that give a dang phase in their ownership.

Wi
Review №24

Either the reviews make it sound better than it is, or my experience was abnormal. The food was not anything particularly good or special, considering they were simple sandwiches that shouldn’t be that hard to mess up. Only one person at my table (out of four) enjoyed the sandwich they ordered. Their green tea, by far, is the worst drink they offer - it tasted like water with a dash of lemon and not an ounce of tea. Their spiced drinks, as well, are not impressive. They over-spice them terribly, so I advise ordering something a little less measurement dependent. The service, as well, is lacking. How the staff acts towards you makes you feel like you are inconveniencing them by entering their cafe. Overall, keep your expectations low and you won’t be disappointed.

Da
Review №25

Drinks are overpriced, sandwiches are burnt most of the time on one side and under cooked on the other. Most frustrating is owners are always rude

Br
Review №26

Laid back comfy vibe

Ar
Review №27

Coffee is good, but the staff didnt make me feel welcomed at all. No smile offered.I sat outside to enjoy the cool weather and one of the employees came outside and lit a cigarette 5 feet from where I was sitting and started smoking.

Ki
Review №28

My husband and I went for a date night. It was awesome. We had so much fun. It’s a very cool niche coffee shop. The chia tea wasn’t very hot, so make sure you ask that it’s extra hot. My husband taught me chess on their cool chess table. It was a blast. Highly recommend it!!!!

J
Review №29

Its laid back n peaceful here

Vi
Review №30

Good food, good atmosphere. took the little kids there for lunch. had fun playing board games and eating real food instead of fast food.

Pa
Review №31

Great little place! Staff was fun and on their stuff. Wasn’t expecting all choices either!Very cool vibe, no drama and great atmosphere!Was there for brunch and I was very pleased!Very welcoming!Espresso was strong too! Worth a visit and I’ll stop in again when I’m in town.

Al
Review №32

Always enjoy stopping here. Good coffee & comfortable atmosphere

Lo
Review №33

Delicious coffee & food- friendly staff too

Zi
Review №34

Great place, dont be in a rush. Come in for coffee bevs, simple good food. Parking can be a challenge when busy but worth the effort. Nice & easy shady walk on main street a few blocks up from the center of town. Lots of stores along the way ;-)

Cr
Review №35

Delicious veggie sandwich& outstanding vanilla latte. Definitely say yes to homemade whip cream!

Ma
Review №36

Everytime I come in I end up leaving with a satisfied appetite. Everytime is a good time.

Ma
Review №37

One of-if not the only-cool place for young adults to hang out in Westminster. LGBT+ Friendly and progressive atmosphere. Its the cutest place ever, and the food is good. Really good coffee and for you all who like pumpkin spice--its available here year round. 11/10

Me
Review №38

Always good service and great coffee and food. Very quaint and low key.

Gr
Review №39

Fantastic hole in the wall to spend some quiet time or visit with friends. Great menu and great drinks!

Ke
Review №40

Pretty basic offerings. New hire in training was very kind. Other staff made it seem annoying when i mentioned a misheard size of beverage. Would have paid for the adjustment, but was not feeling welcome to finish my request.

Wi
Review №41

Not much of a menu. More of a coffee shop then breakfest shop. Sorry first and last time here. Ask for bacon on the sandwich they give you 1 piece. Over priced for what you get.

Da
Review №42

Comfy, low key coffee shop with living room furniture and board games.

Je
Review №43

It was very nice

Al
Review №44

Good coffee spot with interesting decor. Comfy couch to relax and enjoy your coffee

MA
Review №45

Breakfast sandwich was nothing to write home about.

Ma
Review №46

Nice place with great sense of style.

Mi
Review №47

Really nice little shop with excellent coffee drinks and varied breakfast/lunch menu. Comfy seating inside and out. Bit pricey for breakfast...two breakfast sandwiches and two coffee drinks cost $32 with tip.

Ch
Review №48

Love the staff and the coffee is the best hands down. The birdies house blend is one of a kind and amazing!

He
Review №49

One of my favorite places for lunch in Westminster. Its great for a sandwich and a coffee based beverage. For me, thats the veggie sandwich with a chai beverage of some kind.The veggie sandwich is delicious. They never fail to accommodate me when I make a special request, like no tomatoes or cucumbers, and there are so many good choices for bread. Sourdough is perfect with the veggie sandwich.Sometimes I stop in just for a drink. An iced chai on a hot day or hot chocolate on a cold day. They even make their own whipped cream.There is a $5 minimum if paying by credit/debit card.Its eclectic and fun, but doesnt have a ton of seating. Usually not an issue to find a table though. Theres outdoor seating in the back when the weathers nice.A perfect weekday getaway from work!

Me
Review №50

Super cozy and homey. Theres a parking lot behind the building. Staff is friendly!

Su
Review №51

Nope just a cafe ...charm but not polite crowd

Ha
Review №52

Everything I have ever ordered I enjoyed, coffee is great and staff are always very nice. Very relaxed environment with a great decor. Its honestly a bit of an oasis for Carroll County. I hope its around forever. I truly appreciate their business .

se
Review №53

This is a super cool coffee shop in Westminster. Really good coffee drinks. The atmosphere is amazing. They have some really nice local art. Couches and chairs. Also it is in this old house and they kept that charm going throughout. A must visit in the area.

Jo
Review №54

Great place with a wonderful outdoor seating area behind the cafe. We were traveling through the area with our dog and having a place where he can go makes everything easier. The breakfast sandwiches and beverages were very good. Decor is top notch for a quirkty coffee shop.

Te
Review №55

The staff is friendly, it has a lovely atmosphere, and the food is delicious!

Ol
Review №56

Amazing service

Li
Review №57

The staff was very helpful, knowledgeable, and kind. The atmosphere was intimate with comfortable seating for a hang-out type setting. Also, the decor is eye-appealing and artistic. The choices were ample for hot beverages with accommodating finger foods.

Vi
Review №58

Food was bland, tea served cold, and the bathroom was filthy. Atmosphere is totally cute and artsy promising of a great local coffee, but this place was sadly disappointing. Coffee was decent , however the egg sandwich had no flavor. They did fix the cold chai tea, however when it was served it was obvious that they had added cold milk to a hot tea. Overall I would not come back . What a shame it looked so cute .

Sa
Review №59

This was my first time visiting Birdies Cafe. The experience was fabulous! I joined the Mah Jongg group that plays there. The artsy look, friendly staff, and yummy Rachel sandwich was the best! See you soon.

Ja
Review №60

Comfortable and inviting location decorated with eclectic art. Friendly staff, and delicious coffee! Ill be back when Im in the area.

Ti
Review №61

Such a great place to sit and enjoy life....and COFFEE. Theres a cute patio to bring the dogs to. This coffee shop is great for families too.

De
Review №62

Lovely, cozy, and high quality cups of hot and cold drinks.

Me
Review №63

What a cool place! I stopped by for a quick bite for lunch. The sandwich was delicious and the iced tea was very refreshing. Definitely recommend!

Ni
Review №64

Yummy place, lgbtq+ safe, good sandwiches and smoothies.

Ga
Review №65

Birdies slaps

MK
Review №66

This is a very cute and eclectic place. My veggie sandwich was absolutely delicious. My coffee was a little on the weak side though. Overall, I had a great experience.

pa
Review №67

Love this place. Great coffee and service.

Pa
Review №68

Great Coffee and atmosphere. The food may be good but I havent tried it yet

Ro
Review №69

Fantastic atmosphere to the cafe, cozy and the food is always great

ca
Review №70

Absolutely love this café! One of my all-time favorite spots in Westminster. The homemade whipped cream is to die for!!

Am
Review №71

Food is great!!! I didnt like my drink but the lady politely replaced it for me. My daughter and I love this place. My daughter likes looking at the art. The art is amazing in my eyes. Perfect local cafe.

Ka
Review №72

What a wonderful coffee house! The atmosphere, the mood, the lighting, the coffee and the beautiful eclectic space make this coffee house one of my favorites ever visited!

C
Review №73

Food and drinks were perfectly made. Relaxing, chill atmosphere.

Ra
Review №74

Amazing amazing amazing coffee, and a huge food selection. Everything they make is just out of this world. If you havent tried their Mayan Mocha, you definitely need to. The owner is very fun, and the place is laid out so that you can relax in one of their big comfy chairs, work at a table, or even have a meeting of several people. Love it!

Me
Review №75

Adorable, comfortable, quirky little cafe with simple and delicious food and drink options. I felt like I was having breakfast in my sitting room at home, cozy on the sofa, while chatting with a friend. We loved it and will be back!

Je
Review №76

GREAT Food and service ! Will definitely go back !

Ma
Review №77

Birdies is a great little coffee house with lots of yummy options, both food and coffee wise. Theres always new local artwork displayed and its super cozy! Staff is very friendly! Highly recommended!

Da
Review №78

This Is the epicenter of cool places to go in Westminster. Coffee beverages hot and cold. Light fare freshly prepared. WiFi. Accessible.

Ja
Review №79

Pumpkin chai

Ta
Review №80

The Italian soda was good

He
Review №81

Wonderful food continues to honor the memory of Jeannie Byrd

Ja
Review №82

Birdies is absolutely FANTASTIC! Not only does Birdies offer incredible food and coffee, It has a beautiful creative an inspirational atmosphere. Its wonderfully conducive to imagination and creation. It has an air of almost whimsy. If you need some space to write a song, or finish a sketch, Birdies is the place to go. Wonderful atmosphere, and even more wonderful people. You will never find a frown behind the counter at Birdies. I highly recommend it!

St
Review №83

People are friendly. Food and coffee are good.

Jo
Review №84

It is fun and eclectic. It has a large coffee menu and a small food menu but with great interesting choices. I would go again.

Ni
Review №85

Delicious Pumpkin Chai

Mi
Review №86

Lmpressed with the generous portions, wonderful food.

Li
Review №87

Just a relaxing place to get a cup of coffee

Cr
Review №88

Nice quite place to sit and catch with friends over coffee!!!

Ro
Review №89

Fast, friendly service, with a dash of the worlds best coffee. The interior is beautiful decorated with breath taking art work that consumes you.

Li
Review №90

Wonderful food and staff. And they are very pet friendly!!!!

Na
Review №91

Good food, friendly staff, and so welcoming to our fur baby!

Je
Review №92

Extremely friendly and accommodating staff, delicious drinks and food, and they host community events like poetry readings. All that and serving breakfast all day?! Im going back for sure.

De
Review №93

Great coffee, food, atmosphere, and staff. Highly recommend.

Bb
Review №94

Not a big fan of microwaved eggs and bacon on bagel. Also didnt care to see my food handled without gloves. Two people working seemed more interested in catching up then taking care of clients.

Da
Review №95

Birdies is great. Their pesto is the best! I love their rubin on gluten free bread. Service is quick and personal.

Da
Review №96

Excellent Service & Relaxing Great place to spend some time clearing your head.

pe
Review №97

Its a cute and cozy Little LGBT friendly Cafe

Ar
Review №98

Service is great, good people, GREAT FOOD I had the Lox sandwich with a Caramel Macchiato 10/10 would get both again, Coffee was the absolute perfect temperature.

Em
Review №99

Great sandwiches, excellent service and a wonderful atmosphere!

Br
Review №100

A cute cafe in the true sense of the words. Excellent coffee, sandwiches, and dessert, and not very crowded on a Sunday afternoon.

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  • Address:233 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157, United States
  • Site:http://birdiescoffee.com/
Categories
  • Art gallery
  • Coffee shop
  • Deli
  • Espresso bar
  • Internet cafe
Working hours
  • Monday:8am–3pm
  • Tuesday:8am–3pm
  • Wednesday:8am–3pm
  • Thursday:8am–3pm
  • Friday:8am–3pm
  • Saturday:9am–3pm
  • Sunday:8am–3pm
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
  • Historic:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
  • University students:Yes
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