Songbird Social House

We visited in a sleepy college football Saturday and had a great experience. The Spicy Tuna Crisps were excellent, and we might have found our favorite new espresso martini, their Bird on a Wire!The upstairs space is smaller, but wonderfully cozy. If you are looking for a small event space, you should come check it out.Oh, and the service was fantastic. Great bartender to chat with and provided great recommendations.

I was a little disappointed in this place. The live music concept is cool, and once the guy started playing it was OK though the crowd was still focused on their conversations- more of a background type of music venue. Here's what I didn't like though: *The place faces the sunset, and they made the unfortunate decision to decorate the bar facing the sunset with glass mirror tiles. So, if you come at sunset, be prepared to squint- our server was actually wearing sunglasses while working *The food was very mediocre. Bacon wrapped date appetizer- OK but small. Spinach & Artichoke Dip- have never had it served cold before. Now I know why- it's much better when it's warm. Pizza- Pretty disappointing- Way too much crust and the crust isn't that good. Toppings bland. *Service- OK but a little off. She did come take our orders when needed, but did a marvelous job ignoring empty appetizer plates and water bottles when she came.

Came in for dinner on a Saturday night at 6:00. Most of the tables were empty at that moment and we were able to quickly secure one (I noticed a couple with reserved signs on them), but the place did fill up quickly afterwards. They had live music this evening by a duo playing 90s & 00s covers. While they might have been good, the acoustics of the room made it a challenge to hear them clearly or to have a conversation at our table over the noise of the entire space.The hostess and our server were pleasant and attentive. The only real knock on service was that we were low on water once we received our meals. They have an entire bar's worth of drink options available, but I'm just a draft stout man and was happy to partake of the Founders Breakfast Stout ($7.50) that they had.We started with their Baked Goat Cheese ($12), which had a good flavor combination and maybe 10 or so tiny slices of bread to spread it upon, which I liked better than the crouton-like bread that other places sometimes serve. Only critique would be that the cheese didn't necessarily seemed baked, but it was good.Their menu includes a selection of unique sandwiches, 12" Napoli pizzas, and pastas. We decided to try their Potato and Wild Mushroom ($17) pizza, for which I had seen favorable reviews online. It tasted fine and was appropriately baked, although I would have preferred a ratio of more mushrooms to the potatoes that it had. We finished with their Basque Cheesecake ($11), which was a squared off slice covered in blueberries. My wife enjoyed it, although we felt it was more of a standard cheesecake than the famed Basque version it was advertised as, aside from lacking a crust.They have an upstairs I checked out after our meal that is more quiet than the downstairs main space. Not sure if food is served up there, but it did have a few tables for 2, one longer table for a larger group, and a couple of more leisurely sitting areas. Perhaps we would consider dining up their next time if it is an option.

My husband and I stopped in on a Saturday night (Oct. 19) for an impromptu date night while our kids were both out of town. There was a bit of a wait to be seated, but our waitress was polite and attentive. I had two themed cocktails, both of which were very good, but unfortunately I can't remember the details. I also had the goat cheese appetizer which was delicious. My husband had a hoagie sandwich with house made chips. The chips were so good that I ordered an extra side of them (which they accommodated even though it's not on the menu). There was live music and, although the singer wasn't exactly to either of our tastes, he was pleasantly entertaining and we both enjoyed it. With the live music, there wasn't really an ability to have a conversation, but I understand that there is upstairs seating where it is probably a bit quieter. We would definitely return.

What would Songbird Social House be without live music? I first learned of Songbird through an online magazine publication that promoted the new gathering place as a speakeasy. My first impression upon entry is that this venue was experiencing an identity crisis, because it clearly looked like a pizzeria alongside an upscale bar. The large brick oven is openly visible and the family dining area has really hard seats that made my back and butt hurt. I had a flashback to sitting at a grade school desk. Family seating should come with cushioning, so individuals can feel welcomed; otherwise, people will eat and go without truly staying to enjoy the talented musical artists. In contrast, the bar area had comfortable cushioned seating all around, and it gave a mixture of being elegant with the glass mirrored wall tiles but sporty with the TVs. Walking in was an introduction to a possible speakeasy with the low dim lights and sleek sofa (but with kiddie Halloween ghost pillows to throw off the mature-looking corner) tucked behind the host's stand, and it clashed with the hard, heavy, basic design of the table and chairs in the pizzeria. Speaking of which, the menu is limited to pizzas and pastas and a few other items. It's somewhat of a small venue, so I can understand limitations. The pasta warranted basic seasonings of salt and pepper, though. Going up the stairs, there's a nicely done mural on the wall that's a great backdrop for photos. Upstairs lacked a consistent design theme such as downstairs. The lamps were art deco, there was a hodgepodge of couches and chairs, and a long dinner table was set with dishes. The upstairs seemed like an afterthought as it was disconnected in terms of the layout, and I'm trying to understand how adults will stick upstairs when all the action was below. In a nutshell, there was no consistent theme, no color scheme, the design and decor clashed, the downstairs dining seats were brutal on my body, and the menu needed some tweaking. A professional interior decorator should be hired and an experienced restauranteur needs to be consulted.Oh, and with this being October 4th, the owners were there and spoke to all patrons except us on one of their first nights. The male owner went from table to table. Then, when my friend and I stepped upstairs to view the space, the male owner walked right by us without speaking; he was headed to his office. Now, mind you, no other patrons were upstairs as all the action was occurring underneath our feet.

Service and ambience were great. We had the brisket chili special and pizza, both were very good. The bourbon cocktail my husband ordered was really good, wine pour was generous and good selection of beers. We will definitely be back.

Arrived during "happy hour" on a weekday. Ambience was nice but a little cold. The bar is large and "U" shaped which I believe is a must.Service was very good and Johnathan was really pleasant to work with. Specialty cocktails were delicious and had a fun variety of options.Food was good but our group split several items which were delicious however the plate option was way too small for anything more than bread. The owner(s) seemed available but did not check in with us until we were leaving and that was to thank us for coming. I would have like for them to get our input on our experience and the food. But maybe that's just me.I do very much recommend Songbird but the acoustics are not great and it is difficult to have conversations even if the building is only 30% filled.I wish them luck as it is a very pleasant place to visit with good food and cocktails.

Food was very good, and we enjoyed our server. It is wonderful to have a local place to dine and listen to music, in a casual setting. We will definitely return!

Stopped in on a Sunday afternoon for a drink and snack. Underwhelmed. There were 3 other people in the place. The owners came in but didn't say a word to us except "Bye, thanks for coming" as we walked out the door. We had the baked goat cheese with grilled bread. It was good but had half the roll of goat cheese left. Either too much cheese or not enough bread. ‍Maybe would be better on a Friday or Saturday night when they have music.

The food is amazing, especially the pizzas! The last pizza I tried felt like the moment in the Ratatouille movie where he first tried the chef's pasta. It feels like my Italian mother made it. Chef's kiss! Additionally, owners Tracy and Brian are absolutely wonderful! Bathrooms are clean and well stocked with sprays, etc and the design of the restaurant/lounge is on point. Servers Jonathan and Kiersten are our faves but there are several others, including Kenny, that help provide a great experience with their friendly smiles and wonderful service. This is definitely quickly becoming one of our regular stops and it is no wonder they have "regulars" there every time we stop in. Great job, Tracy and Brian. Thanks for creating a space where we can have a date night or even a family night with our kiddos! We have loved every musician you have had in as well!