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Birk's
Birk's proudly offers hardwood grilled steaks, chops and seafood and has served Silicon Valley diners continuously since 1989. Birk's concept is based on the traditional city grill with a contemporary twist that remains one of the most popular dining destinations for lunch and dinner in the area. In addition to the menu of hardwood grilled steaks, chops, fresh fish and seafood, Birk's culinary team creates daily lunch and dinner menu additions. The lively bar is stocked with a complete array of beverages including an award winning wine list, select beers on tap, single malt scotches and full espresso bar. The attentive yet unobtrusive service professionals combined with an elegant facility and consistently executed cuisine make Birk's the ideal location for your next business or casual lunch or dinner, private dining or special occasion event.
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289 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 289 reviews
5 stars
(97)
4 stars
(143)
3 stars
(37)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for lunch(95)
- special occasion(83)
- good for groups(80)
- fit for foodies(79)
- vibrant bar scene(60)
- notable wine list(53)
Birk's Reviews List
Review 1 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a party of 12 for lunch. Service and food was great. We'll definitely be back."
Dined on 5/15/2013
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Review 2 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Birk's - A great place for steaks
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was excellent and the service understated, but attentive. Best of all, it was quiet, with no noisy kids. A place where grown-ups can have a great meal and enjoy time with each other. Prices were higher than average, but not unreasonable, and the whole experience was well worth it. We will be back again."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
room for improvement
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We both had EXELLENT meals. The tables are too close to each other, I could hear the conversations on both sides of us and the server could not fit around the sides, so brought our food to us by reaching over my head! I had my back to the room, so this kept startling me, a food dish would just appear to be floating over my head without warning! I thought that the paper place mats placed over the lovely white table cloths were tacky. On the positive side, we declined dessert and we were given 2 wonderful truffles on the house--a very nice gesture."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for business lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was good and service efficient. I appreciate when both are on point. They pace the meal and get you in and out in an hour. You don't feel rushed and you are not looking for the bill or more anything,
Had the scallops , would order again. Very tasty."
Had the scallops , would order again. Very tasty."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful bone-in prime rib and beautiful restaurant!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"food is delicious, awesome people-watching and it is just a fun place to be."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 7 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great steak in San Jose
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been going to Birk's for years, pretty much whenever I am in the San Jose area. It is pricy but good quality food. Known for their steaks but they have a lot of variety. Great wine list. Only complaint is the noise level but that is just because it is always full which is a testament to how good it is."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A Birk's weekend dinner experience
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After reading a couple reviews mentionIng the great service and food, I decided to take the family out to dine at Birks (Saturday). Summary: The restaurant's impression is "aged". Furnishings still do their job. Even the restaurant was not crowded at all, service was very slow and inattentive. It took almost 15 minuted to get a drink after we sat down. The food was ok in quality / taste, but nothing exciting: i.e. the peppercorn sauce tasted like a ready mix sauce, but nothing adequate for a filet. Salads not crispy. Ceasar sauce was watery. The Espresso was far away from being authentic and was watery. Bottom line: Upscale steakhouse prices (food and beverages) for just average food. Definitely not an upscale experience."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 9 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birk's: A Bay Area Mainstay
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have hosted business lunches at Birk's for many years, and it is one of the very few places where I can honestly say I've never had a sub-par meal there. Quite the contrary, every meal there has been nothing short of excellent. Their hardwood grilled steaks are always seared and cooked to perfection -- savory and juicy. The bone-in rib chop steak is a serious must-try. Their seafood is very fresh and amazingly good. The seafood paella is a great go-to dish, and I had a mahi-mahi special at my last visit that was very good. Their salads and pasta dishes are also not to be looked over -- my clients often rave about these dishes while I usually tend to have one of my "usual" dishes there. Birk's is a Bay Area mainstay of lunch dining."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
comminication
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love everything about Birk's but the noise level, very hard to hear and have a detailed conversation without feeling the need to yell."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 11 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
place to be seen
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always busy for lunch because of their great service and good selection of well prepared food, including something for vegetarians and those who cannot eat gluton."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always Great at Birk's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I met colleagues this past week for dinner at Birk's. We were seated immediately when we arrived. Had a reservation, but a lot of places still make you wait for seating -- not the case with Birk's. Great ambience, as well. We eat at Birk's quite often, but usually sit in the bar area. The bar staff is exceptional -- often recommending great appetizers, desserts, etc."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exactly What We Hoped
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had never been to Birk's and it was exactly what we were hoping for. When we arrived it was before the lunch rush and fairly quiet, but by the time we left it was hopping. The server was very friendly and attentive. The food was great, we had an array, appitizers, soup, salad, sandwich and a steak, plus dessert. All were great! We will definitely go back."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 14 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional service and wonderful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Exceptional service and wonderful food!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was very good and portion
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good and portion sizes were generous. Staff was very accommodating."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 16 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Classic Expense account joint!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Expense account central in the valley during the week, great steaks.
This is a classic get a deal done sort of place, I have been coming here on and off for many many years. The quality remains as well as the quite good wine list. Birk's is a place with very good food and a mostly attentive staff, there are times that we get service errors. I will of course come back again."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2009
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Review 17 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always love Birk's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Environment is awesome and the food is great!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You can always count on Birk's!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I can always count on Birk's to be great! They are consistent, friendly and the food is always so good!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Was a GREAT expirience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Hi,
We are @ Birk's for my wife's BDay and it was (as usual) a great dinner experience!
Food was GREAT, service was above and beyond!!!!
I strongly recommend.
Enjoy,
Eyal"
Eyal"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 20 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Corporate steakhouse
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very good steakhouse with good fish options, nice starters, fresh salads. Noisy place acoustically and not easy to have quiet conversations, but still fun and lively.
Corporate atmosphere in Silicon Valley in hotel & convention area and always busy ."
Corporate atmosphere in Silicon Valley in hotel & convention area and always busy ."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 21 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Favorite restaurant in Santa
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Favorite restaurant in Santa Clara"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Poor NY Strip
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was very disappointed in the NY Strip. In the past they have been fantastic, but this time I had a very tough cut"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
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Review 23 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Didnt care for the cooscoos
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Didnt care for the cooscoos as it was suppose to be spicey and was very bland, other than that the food was great. The salmon was cooked perfectly."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 24 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was good, but not our waiter
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is directed to our waiter, Martin. He needs to brush up on his customer service skills and maybe he'll get some better tips. We had a table for 3 people. Two of us arrived first and ordered drinks from a different waitress from the happy hour menu. When our third guest arrived, Martin was our waiter and he advised that happy hour was over and she could not order from those specials - this was only 10 minutes after we were served and at least 10 minutes before the time happy hour ends. When I questioned him, he explained (for a long time) he'd been told that people at the tables were not allowed to partake of the happy hour specials and offered to speak to the manager. He made a scene at the table when we were trying to enjoy ourselves."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2003
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Review 25 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hits and Misses!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I miss Steve. He was the one to set the tone at Birk's. The management now has hits and misses. Still love the Steak Bits but the Carpaccio was not impressive at all. Should be in the Italian style. Very thin slices, w/ capers and a drizzle of excellent olive oil. Don't need the brioche or mustard. I guess its for people who don't know any better. Our waiter was excellent! I had an obnoxious dinner companion and the waiter was able to handle him. Thanks for that. The cheese plate was tolerable but the person who created it needs to go back to the culinary school or maybe enroll in a cheese class. The Lavoush was nice but a miss. Why is the bread hot? Is it stale or reused from another table?"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 26 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bitk's check- in policy and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bitk's check- in policy and those responsible can be hectic, those offering tables, arrogant and really cold. The "well you only have 15 minutes" and attitude could much improve.. that is the biggest turn-off as you stand in no-man's land and made to feel (with your guests) like jerks.
Your curry chicken was awful and greasy beyond believe, so food should actually be optimal for the prices.
It used to be my favorite."
Your curry chicken was awful and greasy beyond believe, so food should actually be optimal for the prices.
It used to be my favorite."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous as always. Even when
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fabulous as always. Even when I sit in booth 122. Staff is super."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birks is alwasys consistent!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Birks is alwasys consistent! Great food plus they make a very delicious lemon drop.
I like the wine list as well. For lunch, there is a wide variety of salads. All very good and large portions."
I like the wine list as well. For lunch, there is a wide variety of salads. All very good and large portions."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good spot for business lunches
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good spot for business lunches and dinners. I enjoy the atmosphere and find it not overly noisy. The sea food is always very delicious. Chowders a re great too."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a Treat Dining at Birk's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love the food here, and the service is unsurpassed. Wish there were more vegan options. Please and thank you."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Well composed dining options,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Well composed dining options, great place for business meetings with terse/attentive service from restauranteurs who have been in-the-biz for quite a while... be polite and they will take care of you."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2005
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Review 32 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were celebrating a birthday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were celebrating a birthday and a going away....the server, Robert K, was attentative and very helpful with the menu. Drinks were always full and the table was cleared promptly between courses. Everyone had a GREAT time."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 33 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
noisy be sure to make a reservatio
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"noisy
be sure to make a reservation
the blackened ribeye and mashed was very good"
be sure to make a reservation
the blackened ribeye and mashed was very good"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 34 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Last Minute Birthday Celebration
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service was fabulous. I would only recommend dimmer lighting for the evening meal to improve ambiance. It was delicious and we'll definitely be back soon."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 35 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The parmesan crusted halibut
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The parmesan crusted halibut was extraordinary. The Steaks were excellent. We had good service but it was a bit noisier than we would have liked."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2004
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Review 36 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Went there for dinner before
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went there for dinner before the maroon 5 concert and had an hour planned for dinner there. We told the waiter that we were in kind of a rush and we didn't want apps and salads just our entrees. We also ordered 2 glasses of wine to enjoy with our dinner. The place wasn't terribly busy so we all thought this would be fine. We ordered and made sure to tell the waiter to rush our meals and he said no problem. He brought our wine and then disappeared. We did not see him again for about 40 minutes and this was only because I asked a manager for our check because we had to leave. The waiter seemed to think that there was no issue and brought our check along with our dinner plates. We couldn't eat them because we had to leave. Terrible experience."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
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Review 37 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place to take a client
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place to take a client or conduct work related discussions. Separate rooms was conducive to have a good conversation."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 38 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I had the prime
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I had the prime rib special. I've had better prime rib. Service and atmosphere were excellent. Excellent wine/spirits list. I would go back."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 39 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Too loud for me. It was nearly
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
"Too loud for me. It was nearly impossible to hold a conversation. Not my type of place."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2009
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Review 40 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the service is always great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the service is always great here.
Pleasant servers, and food is awesome - lots of healthy choices."
Pleasant servers, and food is awesome - lots of healthy choices."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 41 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bump in the Road
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"When we arrived for a business working dinner, the staff was welcoming as was our server. Unfortunately, once our food arrived, our server seemed not to be present to our needs. After sitting with an empty wine glass, I had to ask another server for a second glass of wine and later the check. As for the food, the beet salad was excellent and the halibut good, but the brisket was dry and only about a quarter of it was thus, eaten. I've liked Birk's and taken people for business here many times with excellent food and service. I'm hoping this is just bump in the road."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
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Review 42 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Interruptible business dinner redux
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is a good place to bring out of country business people with good steaks albeit a little overpriced. As usual however is the borderline rude service that seems to follow a formulaic attempt to upsell through sparkling, then appetizer plates, etc. just a feeling I developed over years of being waited on at Birks. The rudest part is the seemingly universal attitude their that the waiters always interrupt and talk over people when showing up, as if they are busier than you. Being a business dinner, sometimes this interrupts an important negotiation point. Just saying that the waiters need to learn their place , a place that almost all others know at other good restaurants: you work for the table, they don't cater to your schedule."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 43 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Seated immediately, excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Seated immediately, excellent service and food. Calimari appetizer was outstanding."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 44 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed a great setting for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed a great setting for a business lunch. Nicely prepared meal. Excellent service. Very enjoyable."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always good...food was wonderful,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always good...food was wonderful, and service was great. Our customer from Australia was impressed with the seafood (not an easy task)."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 46 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Prime Steak in Silicon Valley
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best steak dinners I have had, bar none. Cooked perfectly every time, it is $$$$ quality at $$$ prices. Try the large filet, take some home. Killer Rib eye, regular one or the bone in one is to die for."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 47 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had a very positive experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had a very positive experience at Birks. The food was well prepared and the service was excellent."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2008
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 48 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service made you feel special.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service made you feel special. Staff was attentive without being overbearing. We had onion rings for a starter that were light and not greasy. Salad was crisp with just the right amount of dressing without being soggy. My steak was done to perfection (med rare). Broccoli was bright green with the right amount of crunch. Baked potato done but not overdone. We had an assortment of desserts - creme brulee, cheesecake, fresh coconut ice, and a mocha fudge type cheesecake. Supurb - all of it. My date has eaten at Birks for years and he said this was without a doubt his best experience. (only my second time at Birks). The staff made the evening a delight."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 49 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Our waiter was the worst I
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waiter was the worst I have experienced at Birk's or anywhere else. We arrived at 11:30 AM and we did not get our lunch until 12:35 PM. Others who came in later got served much earlier than us. I doubt if we will ever be back to Birk's."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2007
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Review 50 for Birk's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good overall service..althought
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good overall service..althought 'cutting off at 15 minutes' can be dsturbing.."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch
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