The Yellow Bird in Limavady

First impressions upon entering was a very foul smell, like stale vinegar which was instantly off putting but decided to continue as we were curious to try. Staff were very lovely and kind but could have been shown more intuition as they left us for almost 20 mins after our meal was finished with dirty plates even though we ordered a two course meal, in the end we only had one of the courses and just left as no one came. Food was not nice, deli quality grissle and not fresh at all which is very disappointing for the price although my partner seemed to enjoy her meal I do not think we will ever be back. Everything was filthy including the tables, glasses, cutlery, plates, walls, floors and even one of the fabric chairs was stained and bogging. I think the place desperately needs a good professional clean, more experienced staff and perhaps a few scented candles? Regretting letting our curiosity get the better of us. Completely overhyped and wouldn’t wast your time here at all.

A lovely place to eat with children and menu was very varied

Our family had Sunday carvery delivered and it was very good, great quality, quantity and price. Everyone really enjoyed. Will definitely be getting again, thanks!

Family meal, plates cleared good value, staff very helpful. Have recommended to friends.

Staff (Jessica)kind, thoughtful courteous and efficient. We were so well looked after. Food very tasty. Compliments to the chef. Great wee niche. Cosy and quaint.

Breakfast was amazing everything cooked and served to perfection would highly recommended anyone to eat. The staff was very busy but they give a 100 percent in the service

I've been in here a few times my partner an I couldn't speak highly enough about the service, the food an the very warm atmosphere excellent in everyway thank you. Definitely worth a call in.

The worst fry we have ever had, couldn’t even eat it. Waste of money. Food tasted like it was precooked. Bacon was chewy, beans look like they had been reheated over and over. Wont try here again

Staff very young but extremely pleasant, although really could have done with someone with more experience for guidance. Tables sitting overflowing with dirty dishes and dirty napkins sitting around 🙁. I just had a coffee and shortbread, coffee was overflowing and shortbread was very soft. One of the staff members was busy making up orders, for Christmas I presume? Table I sat at was an old suitcase and was filthy 🤢. I do appreciate that this time of the year is busy but should try not to let standards slip.

Very friendly staff and amazing food the afternoon tea is a particular favourite

Absolutely shocking experience in a place that was once very good. Gave it the benefit of the doubt after good experiences in the past. Waited an hour on breakfast, there was no unusual requests. There was two tables in the entire cafe with seats taken. The food arrived cold, under cooked and the ingredients are cheep and quite frankly not nice. The staff were standing around doing nothing while one lady in the kitchen struggled to make the basic of things. Heard saying “I am not a machine” while there was 6 people in the cafe. Tables, floor cutlery and glass wear all dirty. A shambles of a place

Lovely homely cooking. Friendly service

We had great evening love the Thursday late opening . 😀 xx

Fantastic food, friendly staff and good value for money ( traybakes are amazing )

I'm feeling really conflicted about The Yellow Bird. My partner and I stopped by for a breakfast and I wish we've read all the negative reviews first. The first thing we noticed was the interior with mismatched period decor, a bit quirky, it has a great character and potential. However... The premises are very unclean and unkempt. There are cobwebs and dead bugs everywhere. Tables are not being cleaned and when someone finally came to wipe our table, they did it with a stinky old cloth that should have been thrown away weeks ago. Yet we still gave the place a benefit of doubt. We've waited for food for quite some time. When it finally arrived, all cutlery was dirty, not washed properly, covered in bits of food. My cup of tea and jug of milk were the same. I didn't want to complain, so I went to get some new cutlery myself and when I looked into the tray, all of it was the same, not a single knife in the tray was fit for use. All around the trays there was dust and dead flies, just like by the window table. So I had to complain about this to the server and her answer was "we have polished cutlery, we'll bring you those". The question is why is there badly washed cutlery and polished cutlery, why isn't all cutlery and cups in a cafe properly cleaned and polished? They also told us the cutlery was dirty because they accidentally ran out of dishwasher salt and rinse aid, but looking at other reviews, problems with dirty cutlery and the premises being overall dirty have been ongoing for many months now! The food itself was nicely presented, but underwhelming in quality. French toast looked beautiful, but wasn't particularly well made and tasted very eggy. Some bottom pieces even had bits of egg around the edges. A fried egg basically. Veggie breakfast included a weird tasting supermarket pancake that my partner thought had a wee speckle of blue mould starting on the edge. He didn't want to mention anything until we were on our way home because he didn't want confrontation. Overall, I'm confused. The decor is lovely and this café could do wonders, so why is it so dirty and not being taken care of properly? Needless to say, we won't be going back.

I'm feeling really conflicted about The Yellow Bird. My partner and I stopped by for a breakfast and I wish we've read all the negative reviews first. The first thing we noticed was the interior with mismatched period decor, a bit quirky, it has a great character and potential. However... The premises are very unclean and unkempt. There are cobwebs and dead bugs everywhere. Tables are not being cleaned and when someone finally came to wipe our table, they did it with a stinky old cloth that should have been thrown away weeks ago. Yet we still gave the place a benefit of doubt. We've waited for food for quite some time. When it finally arrived, all cutlery was dirty, not washed properly, covered in bits of food. My cup of tea and jug of milk were the same. I didn't want to complain, so I went to get some new cutlery myself and when I looked into the tray, all of it was the same, not a single knife in the tray was fit for use. All around the trays there was dust and dead flies, just like by the window table. So I had to complain about this to the server and her answer was "we have polished cutlery, we'll bring you those". The question is why is there badly washed cutlery and polished cutlery, why isn't all cutlery and cups in a cafe properly cleaned and polished? They also told us the cutlery was dirty because they accidentally ran out of dishwasher salt and rinse aid, but looking at other reviews, problems with dirty cutlery and the premises being overall dirty have been ongoing for many months now! The food itself was nicely presented, but underwhelming in quality. French toast looked beautiful, but wasn't particularly well made and tasted very eggy. Some bottom pieces even had bits of egg around the edges. A fried egg basically. Veggie breakfast included a weird tasting supermarket pancake that my partner thought had a wee speckle of blue mould starting on the edge. He didn't want to mention anything until we were on our way home because he didn't want confrontation. Overall, I'm confused. The decor is lovely and this café could do wonders, so why is it so dirty and not being taken care of properly? Needless to say, we won't be going back.

Highly recommended The Yellow Bird, great gluten free options and the food is delicious. The staff always meet you with a smile and are very helpful.

Grand little spot,myself and sister went in for coffee stayed for lunch,which was lovely,staff were excellent nothing to much bother,enjoyed my lunch reasonably priced.

My favourite local independent cafe in Limavady, great food, lovely staff and newly redecorated. JUST GO THERE AND EAT!!!

Xcellent services and efficient for lunchtime

After a harrowing streamed funeral from Sydney at 5am I took my wife and sister for a big breakfast! We were greeted and shown a table, handed menus and water brought to the table. Ordered our food and it was just gorgeous when it arrived. I had the the big breakfast(!) and the other two had poached eggs, avocado etc, one with wheaten bread, my wife with potato bread as she cannot eat wheaten. To say they enjoyed their meals is a total understatement! My sister, first timer, was delighted with the food, service and surroundings. Well done everyone!

Great food! I recommend the Chicken Box for those with an insatiable appetite (like myself) it hit the spot! Or if you want something lovely to share Great Service! The staff here is friendly and welcoming to passerby’s and locals alike Great Ambiance! The atmosphere here is homey and cute & the decor is second to none Overall if you live here and haven’t been - why wait? If you’re visiting this is a must see and experience. Either way you will be talking about long after leaving!

Staff very friendly. Good food.

1st time in the yellow bird this morning for breakfast food was beautiful. Staff so friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back xx

My favourite place in the town. Lovely food, and a great selection of meals, snacks, and treats for people with dietary requirements like coeliac disease. Margaret the owner is wonderful and anytime I've been in the staff have been friendly and helpful too.

Made the mistake of going back thinking the last time was maybe just a bad day for them. The tray bakes and cakes where sat on the counter with no covering and a few flies enjoying the cake. Staff member talking to her mate and left us sitting for literally 10mins. Had to go to another table for salt. The place needs a deep clean, dead light bulbs on the dusty chandeliers. Rickety old chairs. Chipped cup. Come on at least make an effort. The only saving grace was the cook. Lovely lady with glasses that brought us our food. The food was delicious. Not one drop of grease on the plate. Presentation perfect. If this lady is poached it will be the end of The Yellow Bird. Thankfully no sign of the annoying manager.

Great foods Yellow Bird Menu- are about creating a community atmosphere for people who love what this area has to offer wheather its local produce on the local people . They know you will feel at home in the yellow bird. Come set around thier warms health and enjoy a cup of thier fantastic coffee home made. They look forward to getting to know over a great cup of coffee...

I think the thing that let's this place down apart from his dusty dated interior is the annoying manager. We sat and watched her stick her phone in staff members faces and shout what's the specials today. Then bellow with laughter when the poor lady said something wrong. We heard one young girl who works there say I hate when she does that. I know it's all about social media but read the room. It was awkward to watch. I don't feel the manager/owner reads people very well. Certainly not her staff, who were heard saying Where is she now? Then smiling when told that she was in the office. I would like to come back to see what it's like when she isn't there. I bet it is more relaxed without the false and annoying manager. There is being friendly and there is being annoying. Definitely needs a ceiling to floor deep clean. Some crockery looks like it came from a deseased loved one China cabinet. Will definitely call back in a month to see if it still the same. Hopefully on managers day off 🤞

This used to be the cafe to go to in Limavady, there was always a great buzz about it, with friendly staff, great food and atmosphere, but sadly that’s not the case anymore. The last couple of visits, the food and the service has been a real disappoint. The 4 tables at the front door had not been cleared, we could only see one staff member but there was only 4 other customers in the shop and they had all been served. The same tables had still not been cleared when we were leaving. I ordered a chicken fillet burger, not my first choice but there was a named ingredient missing from my first choice, that same ingredient was missing on a previous visit to the cafe too. The chicken breast was absolutely tasteless and watery and had made my bap soggy. We also had to return cutlery and a milk jug for not being properly washed. I feel the whole place needs a good clean and refresh. The same artwork has been hanging there for years and needs replaced plus the glass chandeliers need washed, they don’t even look as if they’ve been dusted since they were installed.

Great ambience. Mismatched furniture gives an aura of shabby-chic, lending the authenticity hidden gem, of a cafeteria found in big city neighborhoods...if you know where to look. The menu choices are vast and beautifully presented. The coffee was excellent. Our server was friendly and professional, and asked if anyone at our table had dietary restrictions (one of us did!). Took one star off because the dining area was very cold, we had to keep our coats on to eat. However many businesses are struggling to stay open in the current economy and I would gladly go back!

Great service and a decent fry up. Cakes look great too but we didn't partake.

45 minutes for two toasties!! In on Tuesday 7.3.23 lunch time, 2 other tables in the place dead quiet, still waited 45min for 2 toasties to be made, had to ask the member of staff on the till (dark haired young girl who seemed no more interested in being there) to put it in a takeaway box as only get an hour lunch break from work. Best thing about it was we didn’t order 2 toasties one was supposed to be a Cajun chicken ciabatta but out came 2 x chilli chicken toasties. Also table beside us ordered after us but received their baked potato and chicken box after 10/15min..Staff member on front of house/order taking not very welcoming, and no attention to detail whatsoever. can see why the place was so quiet! Definitely better places to visit in limavady for a nice lunch

Food and service were pleasant, but we had to wait to have table cleared. Cutlery could have been cleaner.

Had previously got an amazing meal in here and had left a 5 star review... The return visit was shocking. The latte cups had an outer crust on them so bad that I wasn't sure if it was a rough or smooth cup.. Fiancé got a chicken burger with no sauce or anything on it bar a couple of leaves... I got the kebab box which was the smallest portion of food I've ever received anywhere in my life (literally stopped in mcdonald's on the way home for food) I really wanted to like this place again but unfortunately won't be back after such a miserable portion of food

When in 10 am sat down, waitress gave us the menu's Wait to for our order to be taken.meanwhile a couple came in and then a man came in their orders were taken and got served,it was then my friend and I left at 10.20 . Service and attitude was awful.

Lovely staff an food is beautiful

Food was good and cooked to order the table was a little bit messy as it hadn't been cleaned properly. On the up side very friendly staff and I wouldn't let the untidiness put you offal the food was good and not pre cooked

To be honest I wouldn’t rate it after today, we waited 45 minutes for breakfast and to be fair it wasn’t busy, which then ended up being shop bought pancakes and 2 slices of toast (was supposed to be French toast) and cost almost £30. The table was dirty and asked a young lad to clean it and he ignored me, dead fly in the vinegar 💀 really disappointed with the over all experience. Probably won’t be back

Staff hospitable, pleasant and welcoming. Service is very good. Child friendly. Inside and outside clean and tidy. Food is delicious. Aware of food and drink allergies, and preferences, IE: gluten free and vegetarian. Caters for all. Wheelchair accessible. Pay for parking in front of The Yellow Bird. Also easy excess to pedestrianised shopping areas.

The breakfast was absolutely amazing the is very friendly wonderful place!!! Definitely recommend!!!

Food very nice also staff very pleasant. Reasonably priced I have eaten here a few times on my trips to Limavady.

Was good one week and poor the next.

Awful. Food was horrible. Vege options were obviously from the freezer. And salads were old and had black bits.

Tea was cold toasties just ok tasted bit greasy

Really good breakfast this morning and a proper cup of tea. Very nice teapots also. Owners / staff were attentive and friendly. Food took a few minutes but perfectly reasonable as they were quite busy. I have not been here before but would happily go again.

Great selection fast delivery fantastic staff

Stopped by The Yellow Bird on a whim as we passed through Limavady, and so glad we did! Such a friendly & hard working staff team who clearly take care with their customers of all ages. They have created a lovely community safe space which was a joy to watch. The food was freshly cooked, hot and tasty-tasty! Only wish we'd had room for cake too. The travel tips as we left were also thoughtful and generous...what a great crew 🙌🏼

Recently visited this gem this is a bit of the beaten path. We sat outside for lunch and order a burger and chicken with pepper sauce. We were pleasantly surprised by the big portions that were provided. The staff provided friendly service and added a touch of class to this simple restaurant.

Great wee spot in town centre with car park out front. Very welcoming staff. Love the funky decor! Thumbs up for apple pie and caramel square. Thank you for much needed refreshments.

Called today for coffees and a snack, two lattes and a cheese and ham toastie, food arrived no ham in the toastie, came back a few minutes later same sandwich now with some ham,three tables with uncleared dishes, didn't get cleared until we were leaving , disappointed

Best cafe in Limavady and one of my all time favourites anywhere. Friendly staff, great coffee and wide selection of tasty well made food.

Been coming here for years with my family and I couldn't name 1 fault that's ever happened in my experience here. Food is always 11 out of 10 and staff are always amazing. Also must say that their brownies are to die for 😍 and dont get me started on the sunday dinner, beef to be exact

The food is unreal ..staff Atmosphere...menu...top notch

My wee mammy has awarded Full stars to the Yellow Bird . Let me tell you Mum knows best. The best Sunday dinner out by far. The dinners were absolutely delicous. The staff are so welcoming 🤩 Highly recommended 👌

Beautiful food and lovely people in it

Always love this spo;, warm atmosphere, tasty & fresh food, genuinely friendly staff & great coffee.

after a recent visit with a group of friends, the atmosphere was horrendous! I don’t know how the staff can work their, a few staff members were took out the back and were told off and got shouted at which we could hear every word of ,which I think was totally unacceptable, then for the staff to walk back out to the front with tears in their eyes basically. Yes we had to wait for our food for a bit but totally expected in a popular cafe. The food is always great but they need to treat their staff with more respect. As we found the staff who was serving us very polite and helped us with everything we needed to know about the menu, specials and drinks.

Four of us dined here at lunch time. The cafe was quite busy. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Service was excellent and the food was fabulous!!! All of our meals were delicious…the nicest chips ever!!! Lovely coffee too…Will definitely be back!

Simply amazing! From salads to burgers, cupcakes to brownie slabs; you will never be disappointed with what you get at the Yellow Bird. We certainly enjoyed this Brownie slab. Yummy to the last bite!

The food is lovely whether its the yummy tray bakes or lunch. Margaret Anne is brillant and all her staff are super helpful. Service is prompt and very good. Recently got some delicious traybakes for a girlie night in with my daugther. We had a lovely evening thanks to the delicious food.

Lovely food and lovely staff. Their menu items make it an amazing treat. No bland food anywhere.

Amazing food. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Vegan falafel wrap with chunky chips was out of this world! Ate most of it before I remembered to take a photo lol. Def recommend

Great wee spot, Toasty with chicken cheese and sweet chilli was fantastic. Quick service and friendly staff, loved it

I like to think I'm fair when I review a business. Upon visiting the yellow bird today I really felt so disappointed over silly things that common sense should have determined. One particular member of staff I must say I'm surprised she has a job and I don't take pleasure in this but if it was my business I'd want to know what goes on. We had to ask for our drinks 3 times, had to ask for sugar, had to ask for milk, had to ask for salt, things that should come as standard. I had soup and it was thick and lumpy with little taste....I was really frustrated by the time I was leaving and I'm not sure if I will visit again.

It is with regret that I have to give a poor review of this cafe. We arrived for lunch today in high expectation due to the reviews. However, despite a friendly waitress the drinks and food were of poor and the service terribly slow. Our...

Friendly staff, delicious, freshly cooked food. Good variety of choice on menu.

Nice little cafe with outside tables.

I've visited the yellow bird cafe 4 times now. If in limavady this is where I go for lunch. I have not been disappointed yet...food all good quality and very appealing. Chicken Caesar salad was the best I've ever had anywhere. My most recent visit I enjoyed a chicken filler burger with chips and again so tasty and well presented. I look forward to visiting again soon. Wishing you all every success.

Visited for the first time last Friday for lunch on recommendation from a friend. Service was professional and very friendly. Lunch was amazing my wife had the prawn salad and I had the cod goujon in bap with tartar sauce and French fries. Both meals were faultless. Well done. On our next visit to Limavady we'll be back.

Great coffee. Breakfasts looked good

Very poor service. Staff prepared us for a 5 -10 minute wait which was fine but ended up being 25 minutes, without even being offered a drink, before our order was taken with 2 other tables who arrived after us served first and both gone before we had even been brought our food. For light lunch, with 2 young children in tow, our visit took 1 hour and 45 minutes with not even an apology when we went to pay. Very disappointing.

Good inside and now new searing outside too Very busy so service a wee bit slow today

Thanks to the easing of restrictions we were able to return to the things we love to do with it being a bank holiday we enjoyed a lovely salad lunch sitting outside the staff were very hospitable and obliging the lattes are always hot and add in a tray bake for sheer satisfaction

Excellent food. Great staff. Definitely recommend.

Sat outside as it was a lovely day. Waitress served customers beside us but never once approached our table. One of our table went inside and asked for menus to be brought out which they did straight away. Sat for another 10 mins and nobody...

Great local cafe. They even managed to do an amazing birthday cake for my partner's 40th with just a week's notice.

The bestest Sunday morning breakfast baps in town. Service with a smile as always,Jan x

Lovely food. plesant staff and not too badly priced

Lovely, friendly cafe - great lunch / tray-bakes / coffee selection.... will definitely be back ...

Beautiful place to sit and relax. Food is superb and the staff are very attentive and friendly. I would recommend this place to anyone coming to Limavady. Today I had a wonderful filling breakfast. Perfect for a cold morning. Let's keep visiting local independent businesses... we would be lost without them! Love you all at Yellowbird xx

Great place to visit, friendly helpful staff. Good menu with very tasty food, and doing a very good take out service at present

The most amazing food ever just love it x

Really nice wee spot with a decent menu and not too expensive

Beautiful little bistro/coffee shop. Home cut chips are fantastic

Great food and sevice in The Yellow Bird . Will be going back .

We had a brilliant meal here. It was our first time visiting and we were very impressed. 2 meals and 2 beverages for just under £20.

Excellent service and friendly staff

I like to review and express my opinion of any eating establishment I visit, whether good or bad...in the hope that if my review is not good...then that particular business will learn from it and fix any problems mentioned. If my review is good, it's...

Had a beautiful meal in here yesterday evening. We took a wee bottle of wine with us and the food and service was excellent. My husband had the bbq chicken and myself the chicken on sourdough with cajun and garlic fries. Clean plates all round....

Yellow bird take away is first class had there 5 guys burger. And well ill be back tomorrow just to get my hand on another one amazing 5 stars all day. And there staff r always on point kind and very welcoming cant ask for any more

Amazing as always!!! 5star from margaret-anns mum 😂

The yellow bird is fantastic. I have sampled almost everything on their menu 🤣. There food is amazing. From Sunday lunches to there normal menu, scones , tray bakes. I had the pleasure of having the afternoon tea a couple of weeks ago and was...

Trayblakes/scones were delicous and great customer service

I received a two course take out Sunday lunch for Mother's Day from my daughter. It was delivered to my door in Dungiven by Yellow Bird. I had a turkey and ham dinner and my husband had roast beef. The food was absolutely delicious. Many thanks for the great service in these difficult times x.

Friendly cosy atmosphere with good selection of breakfast dishes and pastries. Friendly, efficient service

Great food, very friendly helpful staff. Great value for money. I highly recommend 👍

Food was excellent. I would highly recommend. 👌

Really tasty food. Just needs more space. Best cafe in Limavady

Nice staff great food.....enjoyed

Fantastic breakfast, with a good variety of options. Coffee is just average. Tea is great. Had the bacon, pancakes and maple syrup and thoroughly enjoyed it. Lots of staff, and they are keen to ensure everything is ok. Good value for money. Friendly staff. Handy location. What's not to love?! Highly recommended!