What should I order at Blackbird Market?
Blackbird Market
Hamburger Steak
Recommended multiple times for being especially juicy, filling, and even called the best hamburger steak the reviewer has ever had.
Tiramisu
Praised as a highly recommended dessert because it is delicious and not too sweet, making it enjoyable even for people who usually avoid sweets.
Ebi Paella
Mentioned as part of a very tasty dinner set, with reviewers specifically saying the shrimp paella was delicious.
Uni Cream Pasta
Recommended for its rich flavor; reviewers specifically singled out the sea urchin cream pasta as delicious.
Dessert Plate
Requested for a celebration and praised for thoughtful presentation and special touches, showing both quality and attentive service.
Chestnut Bacon Risotto
Highlighted as one of the standout dishes in the restaurant's praised assortment of shareable plates.
Edamame Soup
Recommended as part of the memorable dishes in a review that praised the restaurant's food variety and overall quality.
Blackbird Set
Recommended because it includes many popular dishes at once, with the reviewer saying everything in the set was delicious and satisfying.
Green Curry
Called excellent by a reviewer who said the green curry was 'the best,' making it one of the standout savory dishes.
French Fries
Specifically recommended when paired with the homemade sausage in the Blackbird Set, described as an especially good choice.
Homemade Sausage
Called the top recommendation in the Blackbird Set, praised together with the French fries for being especially delicious.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
About Blackbird Market
Blackbird Market is a cafe and restaurant in Tsuruoka, Yamagata. It offers dine-in and takeout, with brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert options, plus coffee, alcohol, beer, cocktails, and wine. Reviewers consistently praise the food, especially paella, pasta, hamburger steak, sea urchin pasta, homemade sausage, and desserts. They also mention the chic, cozy interior and good service.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- PayPay
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
Frequently asked questions
What is Blackbird Market known for?
Blackbird Market is best known for paella, especially shareable paella dishes that reviewers call a standout along with pasta and rich lunch or dinner sets. People also mention the chic interior and relaxed music, which make the meal feel more special than a typical casual cafe visit.
What dishes are most recommended at Blackbird Market?
Reviewers most often recommend the paella, including shrimp paella, the sea urchin cream pasta, classic hamburger steak, and the blackbird set with homemade sausage and French fries. Other frequently praised items include omurice, chestnut bacon risotto, tiramisu, and strawberry tart.
What is the atmosphere like at Blackbird Market?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, and trendy, with an elegant interior, decorative details, books, plants, and a record player playing music. It suits friends gatherings, business dinners, solo meals, and dinner dates, and reviewers say it is comfortable enough to linger over dessert and coffee.
Is Blackbird Market good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ¥1,000–2,000, and reviewers often say the portions are generous and satisfying for the price, especially the lunch sets and dinner sets. Several note that the food feels high quality and filling, with appetizers, mains, and desserts making the meal feel substantial rather than small.
Do you need a reservation at Blackbird Market?
Yes, dinner reservations are recommended, and reviewers say lunch can also get busy, especially on Sundays and around midday. People mention the restaurant is popular in Tsuruoka, with the parking lot and dining room both filling up at peak lunch times.
Is parking available at Blackbird Market?
Yes. Free parking lot is available.
Is Blackbird Market kid-friendly?
Yes, Blackbird Market is good for kids.
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