Google reviewers rate Shirlee Bird Cafe 4.8 out of 5 based on 335 reviews, with the owner responding to 97% of feedback. Customers frequently praise the high quality of pastries, coffee, and sandwiches, noting the historic location and the owner's distinctive personality. However, recurring criticisms include inconsistent operating hours during posted times, high prices, and reports of rude or short-tempered service from staff members.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 335 reviews (90% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 335 Google reviews (249 with written comments, 32 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 97% of reviews.
Seriously a cool coffee shop. From the WITCH poster to the deserts that are displayed in what looks like an oddities case, this cafe really has the asthetic. Other than the vibe the pastry was seriously the best pastry I have ever had. It was phenomenal! & to top it off it’s inside of a historic building? Really an incredible vibe.
Order type: Take out
Price per person: $20–30
Recommended dishes: Pastries
Allison JLocal Guide · 26 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Allison has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
They have the best coffee around and the pastries are all delicious! Highly recommend!
Update: I have attempted to go here 10 times over the last year and it has been open 2/10 times. These were all during posted business hours. It’s too unreliable I don’t even try to go anymore. It’s a bummer this was my favorite place for a long time.
Order type: Take out
Meal type: Breakfast
Price per person: $1–10
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you! Thank you!!
Alvin Mckee2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alvin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Shirlee is a wonderful person and the food and coffee are top notch. The sandwich that I ate was without a doubt the best sandwich that I have ever had. Her maple bars looked like works of art and are also absolutely amazing. I definitely recommend this wonderfully cafe.👍💯💓
S SLocal Guide · 31 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews S has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Oh my goodness, this is the literal BEST bakery/coffee shop we’ve found in the PNW. The owner/baker/barista was a joy to talk to. We came planning to get a breakfast sandwich but when we saw the hot fresh danish just out of the oven we had to pivot. My husband got the blueberry lemon danish which was delicious… sweet but not overly, with a great tang. The raspberry cheese almond danish was just as good. He thought his drip coffee was the best of our trip. I had a good, not overly sweet latte. Really a must try!!! We’ve marked it for our next trip to the area.
There is seating in the courtyard and outside on the sidewalk.
Order type: Dine in
Meal type: Breakfast
Price per person: $1–10
Recommended dishes: Pastries
Jolie Pence6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jolie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This place is FANTASTIC! The Yummiest espressos AND baked deliciousness! A cool vibe inside, teas and such…Owner operated! Sweet spot! I will definitely be back for more!
Order type: Take out
Meal type: Breakfast
Price per person: $10–20
Recommended dishes: Pastries, Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish, Fruit Canoe
Macey Connolly10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Macey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Cool little cafe in a beautiful historical building downtown. Great pastries, breakfast bagel, and london fog. A wonderful small business I'm glad I got to help support today. Fair warning, Shirley has the vibe of a barista raised by old-school tattoo artists. Tell her what you want, she'll make it, don't expect a peppy smiley dutch bros girl.
Order type: Dine in
Meal type: Breakfast
Price per person: $10–20
Recommended dishes: Pastries
Lore12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lore has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
