HISTORY OF THE BLUEBIRD
The Bluebird Café and Grill began in 1982 when Jennifer Grant, owner of a natural food store, expanded her business to include a small healthy eatery. Inspired by a local friend who helped repopulate the Eastern Bluebird in Dufferin County, the café—originally a vegetarian spot—soon expanded its menu to include Italian cuisine. In 1989, it became officially known as The Bluebird Café and Grill. Since 2019, husband and wife Michelle and Rick Arsenault, long-time Orangeville locals and hospitality professionals, have proudly carried on its long standing traditions.
“The Bluebird was the first restaurant we dined at when we moved to Orangeville and it remained our favourite ever since. We always said if the opportunity to purchase it ever arose, we would jump on it. We did not want to see anything happen to a staple of our community.”
ABOUT US
Welcome to The Bluebird Café and Grill—a cherished gathering place in Dufferin County where every meal is a celebration. We are truly honoured to be part of your most special moments, whether you’re joining us for a leisurely lunch, a delightful dinner, or enjoying our take-out option in the comfort of your own home.
Step into our warm and inviting space and let our freshly prepared, in-house dishes transport you. Savour our Italian specialties and wood-fired pizzas, lovingly made with 00 flour imported from Italy, alongside our melt-in-your-mouth Certified Angus Beef and the freshest, most flavorful seafood. Our talented chefs craft unique daily features that you won’t find anywhere else, ensuring each visit is a new adventure in taste.
At The Bluebird Café and Grill, we take pride in our culinary artistry and heartfelt hospitality. We invite you to join us on a journey of flavour and warmth—a journey that we hope will soon feel like home.
We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Michelle and Rick Arsenault