Bird's Nest Chicago Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Bird's Nest Chicago, a vibrant blend of sports bar energy and culinary delights located at 2500 N Southport Ave. Renowned for its signature wings, this bar offers a variety of sauces—from the fiery Bird's Nest Hot Sauce to the sweet Honey BBQ—catering to every palate.

The menu extends beyond wings, showcasing mouthwatering options like the Buffalo Chicken Salad and White Bean Chicken Chili, each crafted to deliver bold flavors. For those craving a hearty bite, the Pulled Pork Nachos and Victory Sticks provide perfect starters to share.

Pair these with a cold drink while enjoying the friendly service from bartenders like Monica and Maddie, who make every visit feel like home. Whether you’re catching a game or enjoying a night out, Bird’s Nest promises an unforgettable experience!

Appetizers

Chicken Skewers

Chicken breast grilled to perfection and smothered in your choice of sauce: Bird's Nest Hot Sauce - Hot BBQ - BBQ - Teriyaki - Hot Teriyaki - Honey BBQ

$8.00

Stuffed Mushrooms

Mushroom caps stuffed with spinach, artichokes and cheeses. Please allow 30 min cook time

$14.00

Fried Mushrooms

Beer battered by hand in house, with ranch or honey mustard for dipping (Available at kitchen's discretion)

$7.00

Hummus and Veggie Plate

Our secret recipe homemade hummus served with grilled pita bread, homemade corn chips and lots of fresh veggies

$11.00

Artichoke Dip and Veggie Plate

Open wide and enjoy homemade corn chips and warm pita served with homemade spinach artichoke dip and assorted fresh veggies

$12.00

Cheezy Garlic Bread

Garlic bread baked just right, topped with mozzarella cheese. Served with tangy marinara for dipping

$6.00

Onion Rings

A basket of yummy, freshly made beer battered onion rings (Available at kitchen's discretion)

$6.00

French Fries

Choice of: Regular - Seasoned Curly Fries - Garlic Fries - Cajun

$6.00

Stuffed Peppers

Roasted bell peppers stuffed with ground beef and rice and turkey and rice. Topped with tomato, mozzarella, parmesan and homemade marinara sauce

$11.00

Ball Park Nachos

Homemade corn chips smothered with cheese and jalapeños

$4.00

Nachos

Homemade corn chips smothered with chicken chili, melted cheeses and lettuce. Served with sides of pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole

$12.00

Pulled Pork Nachos

Homemade corn chips smothered with pulled pork, melted cheeses and lettuce. Served with sides of pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole

$14.00

Quesadillas

Flour tortillas stuffed with melted cheeses and pico de gallo. Served with sides of jalapeno's, sour cream, and guacamole

$8.00

Chili Cheese Fries

Fries smothered in cheese and our original chicken chili

$10.00

Victory Sticks

Breaded mozzarella sticks served with tangy marinara for dipping

$10.00

Wings Wings Wings

Bird's Nest Hot Sauce - Hot BBQ - BBQ - Teriyaki - Hot Teriyaki - Honey BBQ. Wing baskets include celery, blue cheese and ranch dressing

$17.00

Wings Wings Wings

Soups and Salads

House Salad

Romaine lettuce topped with carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, and croutons

$8.00

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Grilled chicken breast marinated in our Bird's Nest Hot Sauce with romaine lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, and croutons. Served with a warm pita

$13.00

Southwest Chicken Salad

Black beans, corn, pico, and cheddar jack cheese over mixed greens and romaine. Topped with avocado, cajun chicken, and tortilla strips

$14.00

Chicken BLT Salad

Grilled chicken over mixed greens and romaine with tomatoes, crumbled bacon, and fresh avocado

$14.00

Spinach Salad

Fresh spinach, with tomato, onion, cucumber, and avocado

$10.00

Taco Salad

Romaine lettuce, shredded cheddar/jack cheese, black beans, tomatoes, and tortilla strips. Served in a spinach tortilla

$9.00

Caesar Salad

Traditional fresh Caesar dressing over crisp romaine lettuce. Topped with garlic croutons and Parmesan cheese

$6.00

Nest Salad

Mixed greens and romaine lettuce, grilled chicken breast, tomatoes, craisins, almonds, and fresh goat cheese with balsamic vinaigrette

$14.00

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Delicious, homemade with chicken breast, topped with tortilla chips and fresh cilantro

$5.00

White Bean Chicken Chili

A Bird's Nest creation. Tender chicken breast with a perfected blend of veggies and spices. A must try!

$5.00

Caesar Chicken Wrap

Grilled chicken breast with traditional caesar dressing, romaine lettuce, tomato, onion, and parmesean cheese

$11.00

Turkey Club Wrap

Freshly shaved turkey breast with swiss, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo

$14.00

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Grilled chicken breast sliced and smothered with our Bird's Nest Hot Sauce. Then Stuffed with lettuce, tomato, onion, and blue cheese

$14.00

Southwestern Chicken Wrap

Blackened chicken breast with homemade black bean corn salsa, fresh cilantro, and spicy chipotle mayo

$14.00

Wraps

Panini Sandwiches

Chicken Panini

Grilled chicken breast, roasted red pepper, balsamic glaze, and fresh mozzarella

$14.00

Buffalo Chicken Panini

Grilled chicken breast, Bird's Nest Hot Sauce, and crumbled blue cheese

$13.00

Pesto Chicken Panini

Grilled chicken breast, pesto, sundried tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella

$14.00

Steak Panini*

Tender grilled steak, romaine lettuce, blue cheese, and horseradish mayo

$16.00

Veggie Panini

Grilled onions, green and red peppers, mushrooms, avocado, and swiss cheese

$10.00

Cheese Pizza

$11.00

Sausage Pizza

$13.00

Pepperoni Pizza

$13.00

Build Your Own Pizza

Add any topping: Italian sausage - pepperoni - ham - green peppers - red peppers - onion - mushroom - green olives - tomatoes

$11.00

BBQ Chicken Pizza

Tender chicken breast, BBQ sauce, and mozzarella

$14.00

Italian Beef Pizza

Shaved Italian beef, giardiniera, and mozzarella

$15.00

Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Tender chicken breast, Bird's Nest Hot Sauce, and mozzarella

$14.00

Pizzas

Sandwiches 'N More

Italian Beef

Traditional shaved Italian beef served on a fresh french roll with a side of au jus and spicy giardiniera

$12.00

Chicken Salad

Two warm pitas stuffed with tossed grilled chicken breast, romaine lettuce, tomato, onion, and ranch dressing. Delicious!

$11.00

Club

Turkey, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo stacked on your choice of toasted 15-grain bread or Texas toast

$13.00

Pulled Pork

Need we say more? Home cooked tender pulled pork in our Bird's Nest Hot-BBQ sauce served on a brioche bun

$14.00

Chicken Tenders

Breaded and fried chicken breast tenders served atop a basket of french fries. Your choice of dipping sauce: Bird's Nest Hot Sauce - BBQ - Honey Mustard - Ranch

$11.00

The Fahy*

Our hand packed half pound burger smothered in BBQ and topped with fresh battered onion rings, bacon, and cheddar cheese

$15.00

Tacos

Three tacos, chicken or ground beef with lettuce, pico de gallo, and shredded cheddar jack cheese. Served in corn or flour tortillas with a side of chips and salsa

$11.00

Drunken Buffalo Chicken

Fresh beer battered deep fried chicken breast covered with our Bird's Nest Hot Sauce, blue cheese dressing, blue cheese crumbles, and celery seed

$15.00

Bird's Nest Burger

A huge half pound, hand packed burger cooked to your liking. Served with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a pickle

$11.00

Turkey Burger

At frst bite you can tell our turkey burger is made from scratch. Served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and a side of mayo

$11.00

Grilled Cheese

The old standby! American cheese on Texas toast

$8.00

Big Bird Grilled Chicken

Grilled chicken breast served on a toasted brioche bun. Order it: Plain - Buffalo - Blackened - Jerk - BBQ - Hot BBQ - Teriyaki - Cajun

$12.00

Chicken BLT

Grilled chicken breast with crisp bacon, fresh lettuce, avocado and tomato. Served with mayo on toasted multigrain bread

$14.00

The Don

Cajun chicken breast rolled in Bird's Nest Hot-BBQ sauce and topped with bacon. Served with lettuce, tomato, and onion

$14.00

Chicken Philly

Grilled chicken smothered with peppers and onions in a fresh hoagie roll topped with provolone cheese

$13.00