BIRDCAGE – Mexican
The Birdcage Cafe sits in the 1939 Carlyle on Ocean Drive, a stretch of Art Deco frontage that has doubled as a film set more than once. The menu sprawls happily: blue point oysters and ceviche from the raw bar, seafood paella loaded with clams and mussels, whole fried red snapper, garlic shrimp, grilled octopus. Cuban sandwiches, camarones al ajillo and pollo a la plancha hold one corner; tacos, fajitas and loaded nachos another. Pizza, pasta and burgers cover everyone else. Happy hour runs from midday until eight. Drinks arrive in fishbowl glasses, which tells you the register being played.
1250 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139 +1-324-357-6323 https://thebirdcagecafe.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at BIRDCAGE
Dairy-Free at BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE in Miami Beach has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak Fajitas, Ceviche and Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE in Miami Beach has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak Fajitas, Ceviche and Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE in Miami Beach has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ceviche, Oysters and Fried Fish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE in Miami Beach has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steak Fajitas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE in Miami Beach has 1 low-sodium-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steak Fajitas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE in Miami Beach has 3 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak Fajitas, Ceviche and Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE in Miami Beach has 4 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ceviche, Fish Bowl Cocktail and Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Whole30 at BIRDCAGE
BIRDCAGE in Miami Beach has 3 whole30-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak Fajitas, Ceviche and Oysters. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at BIRDCAGE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Steak Fajitas | 20.5 g | 2.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Nachos - $18: Crispy tortilla chips topped with cheese and assorted toppings Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters - $24: Freshly shucked oysters Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche - $22: Fresh seafood marinated in citrus juices and spices Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Fajitas - $28: Grilled steak served with peppers and onions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Fish - $26: Freshly caught fish, fried until golden brown Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Margarita - $16: Tequila, lime juice, and agave
- Michelada - $14: Beer-based cocktail with lime, salt, and assorted sauces
- Fish Bowl Cocktail - $45: Large signature cocktail served in a fish bowl glass Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about BIRDCAGE
- Is BIRDCAGE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. BIRDCAGE has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steak Fajitas, Ceviche and Oysters.
- What can I eat at BIRDCAGE on a dairy-free diet?
- Steak Fajitas, Ceviche and Oysters carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is BIRDCAGE gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at BIRDCAGE?
- Nachos, at roughly 20.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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