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Birdie's

Dining · 1 location · NYC (West Village)

Birdie's is one founder's bid to bring back the neighborhood froyo hangout. One West Village shop, named after her dog, has drawn lines even in three-degree weather since opening in January 2026.

Founder-run

The Big Picture

Genuinely Independent

Birdie's is one founder, one shop, and no outside money in any record — Alexa Marks opened it in January 2026 to bring back the neighborhood froyo hangout and works it herself. Six months in, the record is clean everywhere a record could exist. The only caveat is how little history there is to check.

Let's Get Critical

Local ownership
9/10
Founder involvement
9/10
Worker pay & benefits
6/10
Environmental impact
6/10
Sourcing & labor
6/10

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Company data last updated July 2026

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