Eileen G.
Yelp
After visiting Notre Dame's campus we were hungry and Fatbird sounded like the best place for lunch offering a variety of options, since we couldn't figure out what we wanted. The ambience was classy and a little quirky but it worked well. Older, original floors of wood on 1 side and larger black and white tiles in the bar area. They serve traditional Southern style dishes with a modern flair and the Specials that Sunday sounded amazing like FGT BLT: fried green tomato BLT, hush puppies Yum! I tried both. Hush puppies were dense and delicious, could've been crispier for me, might have been the sauce drizzle which was finished with scallions + served on top of coleslaw. Tasty but I'm a simpler person. FGT BLT was on perfectly toasted white bread, nice thickness and crust had nice "chew". The "lettuce" was shredded and I believe a bit of slaw(?) If not, whatever sauce was on it gave it all a nice flavor without any aspect overpowering another. I found it easier to just hold sandwich between bites or else it would fall apart. I had a Banana Rum Old Fashioned and it was really tasty, nice aroma before sipping and dried banana garnish helped with that part. My sister ordered their famous pimento cheese spread and it was fantastic! Could've made a meal out of it, so many delicious additions to it (can't recall exactly 4 days later) but you Have to try it! Served with Ritz crackers in individual packages which at 1st I thought ruined presentation but soon realized that they were fresh and crispy, making every bite the perfect bite. Sis also had their chicken which had perfect breading for crispy juicy bites along with side of Mac n cheese (which a Yelper described as having "crazy flavor" & they were right) It too was so delicious we couldn't stop talking about it. Her iced tea was also very good, darker than any I've ever seen before which gave it a nice strong but smooth flavor. Josie was tending bar and was helpful in delivering tea refill at just the right time, clearing dishes promptly while our server took care of the rest. And dang it! I can't remember her name (after I said I like to use names in my reviews too!) but you know who you are, and you were delightful! Pleasant, attentive at the right times, answering our questions about the history of the building etc. The restaurant and facilities, guys and gals, were very clean and they played great music giving the experience the best vibes! Seating was comfortable classic chairs w/ vinyl and brass tack accent border, wood tables with ceramic tile detail in center. Along the wall of large glass windows is cushioned bench seating. Great for groups, couples, families for any occasion or before events at neighboring Performance Art Center. Some outdoor patio seating within a wrought iron fence, open air so if sunny better have your sunglasses also taller bar height seats at smaller counter along wall in bar area. 2 entrances with 1 having a step up to enter but 2nd door around corner by fountain is mobility accessible; a threshold of 1.5" where floor surface changes. Come check this place out you will not be disappointed! Prices are $$- $$$ depending on what you order, but I think appropriate for the overall experience. It was also slower on a Sunday afternoon, only a handful of diners in place that could easily hold 70-80 people.