Focusing on Eastern European cuisine and California’s abundant produce, we’re helmed by award-winning Chef and Co-Owner Jeremy Fox (also the chef/owner at Rustic Canyon) and Chef de Cuisine Matthew Schaler. Located within Santa Monica’s historic Bergamot Station, we’re named after Jeremy’s daughter Birdie and grandmother Gladys. We’re also a member of the Rustic Canyon Family, a collection of celebrated, neighborhood dining destinations throughout Santa Monica and Ojai. Taking inspiration from Jeremy’s ancestral roots, the menu is an exploration and celebration of the cuisines of Hungary, Poland, Ukraine, Germany and more. Nearly everything is made in-house, with an emphasis on zero-waste, and seasonal ingredients are sourced from local farmers, ranchers and fishers aligned with our values of planet-friendly practices. From the food to the cocktails to the wine list, everything has a story and pays homage to loved ones – friends, family, farmers – who inspire the team. Gather on the sprawling outdoor patio, the airy dining room or the intimate bar and lounge (aka “The Bird’s Nest”) over rounds of drinks and a variety of wood-grilled meats and fish, steaks dry-aged in-house, handmade pastas, playful salads and vegetable dishes that celebrate the region’s bountiful micro-seasons. and don’t forget to leave room for a slice of “World-Famous” Rose Petal Pie!