Starbird Chicken – American
This vibrant eatery transforms the humble chicken tender into a canvas for global inspiration, where the irresistible crunch of hand-breaded poultry meets a bright, contemporary energy. Diners dive into a world of bold contrasts, ranging from the fiery kick of Nashville hot spices to the savory depth of Japanese BBQ glazes and the refreshing, citrusy zest of garden-fresh elote salads. Every bite balances indulgent textures with vibrant, chef-curated ingredients, creating a fast-casual experience that feels both playful and sophisticated.
1241, West El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087 +16509886630 https://starbirdchicken.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Starbird Chicken
Dairy-Free at Starbird Chicken
Starbird Chicken in Sunnyvale has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sandwich Platter, Gardenbird Tenders and Sweet Thai Glazed Tenders. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Starbird Chicken
Starbird Chicken in Sunnyvale has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Wing Platter (40 Wings). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Starbird Chicken
Starbird Chicken in Sunnyvale has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sandwich Platter, Gardenbird Tenders and Truffle Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Starbird Chicken
Starbird Chicken in Sunnyvale has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Chop, 8 Wings and Elote Street Corn. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Starbird Chicken
Starbird Chicken in Sunnyvale has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Truffle Fries and Spring Water Bottle. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Starbird Chicken
Starbird Chicken in Sunnyvale has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gardenbird Tenders, Truffle Fries and Classic Tenders. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Starbird Chicken
Starbird Chicken in Sunnyvale has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sandwich Platter, Gardenbird Tenders and Gardenbird Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Starbird Chicken
Starbird Chicken in Sunnyvale has 19 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sandwich Platter, Gardenbird Tenders and Truffle Fries. 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 Starbird Chicken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Green Goddess Cobb Salad | 11.1 g | 76.7 g |
| Avo Cabo Crunch | 92.8 g | 68.6 g |
| Chicken Chop | 100 g | 66.5 g |
| Cali Gold BBQ Bacon Sandwich | 110.8 g | 58.1 g |
| Nashville HotBird | 12.5 g | 49.3 g |
| Starbird Side Salad | 31.7 g | 48.8 g |
| Elote Chop Salad | 89.2 g | 45.8 g |
| Starbird 2.0 | 34.3 g | 42.5 g |
| Tokyo Sesame Crunch | 44 g | 38.4 g |
| Thai Chicken Salad | 92.5 g | 37.4 g |
| Japanese BBQ Bird | 128.3 g | 33.7 g |
| Big Star | 101.8 g | 31.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Featured
- Japanese BBQ Bird - $14.47: Crispy chicken, Japanese BBQ sauce, Wasabi Aioli, pickled ginger, sliced cucumbers, shredded green cabbage, sliced green onions, togarashi, soft bun. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese BBQ Tender Box - $13.47: Japanese BBQ sauce, pickled ginger, togarashi, furikake, sliced green onions, Wasabi Aioli. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Elote Chop Salad - $14.97: Crispy chicken, lettuce blend, elote corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, pickled jalapeno, tajin spiced tortilla strips, Jalapeño Lime Dressing. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avo Cabo Crunch - $14.97: Crispy chicken, lettuce blend, grape tomato, pickled red onion, tajin jicama, cotija, pepitas, cilantro, tajin, avocado mash, Avocado Dressing. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tokyo Sesame Crunch - $14.97: Crispy chicken, lettuce, cucumbers, watermelon radish, tomatoes, wonton strips, togarashi, green onion, Japanese BBQ sauce, Carrot Ginger Dressing. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chop - $14.97: Crispy Chicken, tomatoes, roasted corn, avocado mash, pepitas, crispy tortillas, cotija, cilantro, green onions, Chipotle Lime Dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Goddess Cobb Salad - $14.97: Crispy Chicken, gorgonzola, pickled red onion, avocado mash, tomatoes, radish, egg, Green Goddess Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Chicken Salad - $14.97: Sweet Thai Crispy Tenders, cucumbers, carrots, Asian herb mix, crispy shallots, toasted sesame seeds, green papaya sauce drizzle, Spicy Herb Aioli. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Tenders
- Classic Tenders - $13.47: House seasoning, choice of house made sauces Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville Hot Tenders - $13.47: House Nashville, oil and spice Dill pickles, Greek Yogurt Ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Thai Glazed Tenders - $13.47: Sweet Thai glaze, Asian herb mix, crispy shallots, sesame seeds, Spicy Herb Aioli. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gardenbird Tenders - $13.47: Vegetarian crispy tenders, house seasoning, choice of house made sauces Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Garlic Tender Box - $13.47: Crispy tenders, Roasted Garlic Aioli drizzle, garlic parmesan, parsley, lemon pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Big Star - $14.47: Crispy Chicken, sliced tomato, shredded lettuce, dill pickles, Star Sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Starbird 2.0 - $14.47: Crispy chicken, Herb Aioli, rainbow slaw, pickled red onion, avocado mash, soft round bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nashville HotBird - $14.47: Nashville Hot Chicken, classic slaw, dill pickles, Greek Yogurt Ranch, mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cali Gold BBQ Bacon Sandwich - $14.47: Crispy chicken, BBQ seasoning, crispy bacon, mayo, classic slaw, dill pickles, Cali Gold BBQ Sauce, soft round bun. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gardenbird Sandwich - $14.47: Crispy vegetarian protein, sliced tomato, shredded lettuce, dill pickles, Star Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Nuggets
- 6 Piece Chicken Nugget - $11.47: 6 jumbo all-white meat chicken nuggets, choice of two sauces. Available at: dinner, lunch
- 10 Piece Chicken Nugget - $15.47: 10 jumbo all-white meat chicken nuggets, choice of two sauces. Available at: dinner, lunch
- 20 Piece Chicken Nugget - $28.99: 20 jumbo all-white meat chicken nuggets, choice of two sauces. Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings
- 8 Wings - $12.99: 8 cooked to order crispy wings, choice of house-made dips and wings sauces. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- 10 Wings - $15.99: 10 cooked to order crispy wings, choice of house-made dips and wings sauces. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 12 Wings - $18.99: 12 cooked to order crispy wings, choice of house-made dips and wings sauces. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 20 Wings - $29.99: 20 cooked to order crispy wings, choice of house-made dips and wings sauces. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Okonomiyaki Fries - $6.97: Seasoned fries, Japanese BBQ sauce, Wasabi Aioli, pickled ginger, togarashi, furikake, sliced green onions, bonito flakes. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Starbird Side Salad - $5.97: Lettuce blend, watermelon radish, grape tomato, cotija cheese, pepitas, green onion, choice of dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elote Street Corn - $5.97: A cool blend of Roasted Corn, Cotija, Tajin and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Thai Brussels Sprouts - $6.97: Crispy brussels sprouts, sweet thai glaze, crispy shallots, cilantro, choice of dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Fries - $6.47: House fries, truffle oil, grated parmesan, chopped parsley. Served with truffle aioli. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rainbow Slaw - $3.97: Kale, red & green cabbage, carrots, Creamy Citrus Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Fries - $3.97: Fried in 100% rice bran oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken and Churros - $12.97: Crispy chicken tenders, churros, maple syrup Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Kettle Chips - $11.97: Crisp and seasoned to perfection. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Housemade Classic Lemonade - $3.97: Freshly made lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Housemade Iced Tea - $3.97: Freshly brewed iced tea
- Alameda Point Craft Sodas - $3.97: Local craft soda selection Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Spring Water Bottle - $2.47: 100% Mountain Spring Water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Housemade Lemonade & Iced Tea Jug - $9.99: Half gallon jugs of house-made lemonade or iced tea. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Treats
- House-Baked Cookie - $1.97: Freshly baked chocolate chip cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Churros - $4.97: Crispy fried dough with cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Kids Menu
- Lil' Chicken Box - $8.97: Two crispy chicken tenders, side, drink Available at: dinner, lunch
Catering Platters
- Chicken Tender Platter (25 Tenders) - $64.97: Classic, Nashville Hot or Gardenbird. Served with two 6oz housemade sauces. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Nugget Platter (40 Nuggets) - $54.47: Classic, Nashville Hot or Gardenbird. Served with housemade sauces. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wing Platter (40 Wings) - $69.97: Served with house-made sauces and choice of wing flavors. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sandwich Platter - $79.97: 8 full sandwiches, choose up to 2 sandwiches from our Sandwich menu. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Starbird Chicken
- Is Starbird Chicken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Starbird Chicken has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sandwich Platter, Gardenbird Tenders and Sweet Thai Glazed Tenders.
- What can I eat at Starbird Chicken on a dairy-free diet?
- Sandwich Platter, Gardenbird Tenders and Sweet Thai Glazed Tenders carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Starbird Chicken have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sandwich Platter and Gardenbird Tenders.
- Is Starbird Chicken gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 Starbird Chicken?
- Green Goddess Cobb Salad, at roughly 76.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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