The Birds Cafe

"I was a little apprehensive at first as the venue was very small and looked like a coffee cafe. You couldn't see or hear a kitchen so we asked if they were taking orders because we were looking for an early dinner. She said yes, so we ordered the fish & chips & a dozen oysters (raw). to share, and a couple bowls of chowder. What an unexpected surprise! The food was hot and delicious (except the oysters because they were raw, but also very pleasing) The fish & chips were hot and crispy, the chowder creamy and delicious. I didn't get a pic of the oysters because my husband devoured them upon delivery. Very charming decor, paying homage to the movie, but not tacky or cheesy"

"Delicious fresh fish and chips with a Bodega Bay view also highly recommend Clam Chowder, especially on a wet, cold day. Inside and outside seating options. Nice place with a warm atmosphere, we are happy to be back, and prices are also okay."

"In search of great clam chowder in Bodega Bay, California. This was not it. Nice atmosphere, quaint buildings. 3 separated buildings for food order and kitchen, coffee shop, dessert bar and dining area, and last but not least a building for gifts. What caught our eye was the nice presentation of the business as well as the name. "The Birds Cafe" in honor of the Alfred Hitchcock movie. We ordered a light lunch only appetizers, and of course a bowl of clam chowder. First taste of the clam chowder and this was bad. First was the consistency. Watery and not thick. They used a water base. Lots of chopped up clams, but little portions of potato, carrots and celery. Our other snack was fried artichoke bits. Hopefully they couldn't ruin cooking these. They were good. Portions were small with ranch dressing. My opinion they could have offered marinated leaves of some type as an option. Prices were to high for product. See our review of the tides and fishaterian food stop. Plus the comparison photos of the clam chowder. You can see the difference."

"I had the 2 piece fish and chips, and a soda, and it came out to a hair over $21 before tip. This is around what I was expecting to pay for a meal in Bodega Bay, and the food was delicious! The fish pieces were a little small so if you're a big appetite person you might want to go with the 3 piece. The patio had a pretty nice view! The food came out quickly. Overall a really nice spot for lunch!"