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Birch and Barley
If you are unable to book a reservation through open table please feel free to join us at one of our non-reservation tables. We hold several tables for walk in guests, including all seating on our patio, weather permitting. Please be advised that we serve an All-Day Brunch Menu on Sundays through 8:00pm, with a couple supplemental dinner items offered after 5:00pm. Our normal bread service, dessert menu and Chef's Tasting Menu are not available at this time.
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305 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 305 reviews
5 stars
(143)
4 stars
(122)
3 stars
(31)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(208)
- neighborhood gem(144)
- special occasion(117)
- hot spot(102)
- vibrant bar scene(83)
- romantic(77)
Birch and Barley Reviews List
Review 1 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, service especially bread and beer. Parking is only downside."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 2 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food, beer, and noise
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very well executed and interesting menu. Loved the food. Outstanding beer list: loved the 4 oz pour option. Very noisy space though. Had to shout just to be heard."
Dined on 5/21/2013
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Review 3 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Don't make a late reservation
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was disappointed given all of the great reviews. It could just be that our experience was an exception. We had a reservation late in the evening and given how rushed and unpleasant the waiter was, you have to ask why they even have reservations at that time. I had the goat pasta dish and it was edible but too salty. The beer list is impressive so I would recommend it for those who want to go for the beer but the food and service was very underwhelming. The host and gentleman who first gave us our menus were pleasant but the service that followed (mainly our waiter) was not impressive by any means. It seemed like he was trying very hard to be polite but it was obvious that he was trying to rush us."
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 4 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"overall pretty good, front desk needs work. hostess was not very nice on the phone when i called to say i was running late and when i left she was more interested in her ipad mini than wishing me thanks for spending my money at the restaurant. not very warm. bread service was not nearly as good as it usually was. Asked for seconds on bread, never arrived even after server returned to confirm it was on its way. not as sharp as usual"
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 5 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went on a Sunday evening with a girlfriend. We really enjoyed the food and service a lot! Our server was Jennaway (according to the receipt) and she was wonderful. She was very knowledgable about the menu and always available when we needed something but unobtrusive. I had the chicken and waffles and my friend had the halibut. Both were terrific. Definitely plan to go back here again in the future!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great 14th Street Spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"..as the 14th Street corridor continues to groan under the weight of its own trendiness, Birch & Barley remains -- consistently -- a great spot for fine food and excellent service. Food is innovative and beautifully presented. A favorite for dinner, and wonderful for burnch."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is a fantastic restaurant for beer lovers. It has an excellent, but slightly limited food menu. However, the bread, served prior to the meal is incredible! As was the soft shell crab dish.
The night we were there the music was overpowering. And through no fault of the restaurant, to my knowledge, they were a bunch of smokers directly outside of the restaurant where we were seated and the cigarette smoke was able to reach us inside the restaurant. This was unfortunate."
The night we were there the music was overpowering. And through no fault of the restaurant, to my knowledge, they were a bunch of smokers directly outside of the restaurant where we were seated and the cigarette smoke was able to reach us inside the restaurant. This was unfortunate."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Been there/done that
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"and very happy I have, the food is always great, the staff terrific -- I love this place!!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 9 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is one of the top beer-centric restaurants in the country. The food was great. Creative menu with plenty of options. The beer list impressed me -- which is hard to do. Above average service. The ChurchKey upstairs is a great place to retreat after dinner."
Dined on 3/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Solid Place for Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place has great outdoor dining and is located in an amazing neighborhood. I got the Sausage and Egg sandwich and it was amazing. The biscuit was extremely flavorful and perfectly dense yet soft and the sausage patty was huge. The hash browns aren't what you would typically expect of hash browns though and were a bit mushy in my opinion. My friend ordered the Chicken and Waffles and it was to die for - I would definitely recommend those two dishes to anyone looking to go for brunch. The service however was just okay. Our server would disappear for the longest times in between bringing us our drink orders and we often had to remind him to bring stuff that he had forgot. Overall I would return but the service needs to be reevaluated"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch
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Review 11 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birch & Barley a must
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Birch & Barley was the best decision I made during my short weekend trip to DC. After doing some research about DC's beer scene, i knew that i had to eat at Birch & Barley. They have, possibly the best beer bottle selection i have ever seen, and with 50 drafts and 5 casks there is something from the biggest beer geek to the person who doesn't drink beer. We joined them for brunch, and had pretty much the whole menu. By far the fried chicken and waffles was the stand out to me, as well as the cheddar grits. Make sure you go to this restaurant for great food, beer and service with a smile that is so welcoming and wants to make you happy."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved it!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was excited to try a new brunch place recommended by a coworker. It did not disappoint! We had duck eggs, the fresh donuts, flatbread, and the spring quiche.. everything was delicious. The surprise favorite was the hash browns! I would definitely recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Chicken Fingers
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The frued chicken & waffles was much less than expected. The coating on the chicken was good but there was no chicken. No bone. Probably a total of less tgan 4 oz actual chicken. I swear when I visited last fall my brunch companion had real chicken. I don't understand the change. Very disappointing."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 14 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food here is consistently good. And our server was fantastic. But the restaurant seemed to be lacking in management. No one came to check on us and they left the main windows (a garage door) open despite the fact it was about 45 degrees outside. The host was not particularly friendly or accommodating. Given the prices they charge, I wouldn't rush back here."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 15 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great DC experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"HUGE beer selection! My friend and I waited upstairs at the bar (HUGE) for a few minutes while the hostess was getting our table ready. Great afterwork crowd and what seems to be locals.
I highly recommend the Butcher's board ($16), the charcuterie selection was delicious but didn't care too much for the whole grain mustard. A definite plus about this restaurant is the homemade bread board (complimentary). The biscuits were divine! So buttery and still warm when it arrived at our table. We also got pretzels and pumpernickel which were notable.
I ordered the soft shell crab from the starter menu and requested an entree size for it instead which they happily accommodated me with. Our server was wonderful, very knowledgable about the menu."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Birch and Barley was an amazing experience. We initially chose this restaurant due to the amazing beer list. They have 50 on tap, including a couple that they carry exclusively within the U.S. They also have countless bottles as well, but we didn't even get to that list. The entire staff was very friendly, including our waiter Garret. He was also very knowledgeable about both the beer and dining menu. My husband chose the duck and I had the halibut. Both of us were very happy with our meal. Both were cooked perfectly and were just absolutely delicious. My only teeny tiny complaint is that it is a little noisy, but well worth dealing with for all of the other good things about this restaurant."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
More than once!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I would definitely return to the Birch & Barley for it's interesting menu, wonderful wine list, extraordinary beer list and great service. The environment is modern yet quite warm. It's a combination of upscale and neighborhood feel all in one. The bar upstairs is relaxed, trendy and classy. I had a super time with my date. So...go!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 18 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious, great beers (and fun that you can get a bunch of small glasses to try different ones) and loved the decor and atmosphere. Romantic and intimate but relaxed and not too fancy. The fig and prosciutto flatbread was delicious and great for an appetizer between two people."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 19 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went for a friend's parents'
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for a friend's parents' 40th anniversary, and they were blown away. Native Italians ordering pasta always makes me nervous, but they loved it. They called the desserts a revelation, and when Chefs Kyle Bailey and Tiff MacIsaac came over to say hello, it made their night. I've eaten many times at Birch and Barely, and they seem to find ways to make it better with each visit."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is by far my favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is by far my favorite restaurant in DC. The service here is fantastic, and the food and beer selection is better than any other place in DC. I would come here (including Churchkey, the bar upstairs, where you can get a beer at the bar very quickly, even when it's crowded) over other places any day. If you haven't tried Birch and Barley yet, then please make a reservation ASAP!"
Dined on 04/28/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
AMAZING BEER LIST and they
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"AMAZING BEER LIST and they do little 4oz pours if you want so you can make the rounds and try a bunch!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food keeps getting even better
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best tasting menu with beer pairings experience I've had at Birch and Barley. Our server was a nice guy, but so casual that he neglected to give explain the pairings in the detail that's made the experience so memorable on other occasions. The manager that night did come out and discuss the beers paired with our cheese course in the way that I remember from past tasting menus, which was great. And the food was fantastic - best it's ever been."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2008
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Review 23 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I live in the neighborhood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I live in the neighborhood and have been several times for brunch and dinner. The beer list cannot be beat (hundreds of options) but more importantly, the food, service, and ambiance are excellent! The pastry chef is a James Beard Award semifinalist and the breads and desserts are AMAZING as well. I've lived in D.C. for over ten years and Birch and Barley remains one of my all-time favorites!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We loved Sunday brunch at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved Sunday brunch at Birch and Barley. Our favorite dish was the sausage, egg, and cheese on a biscuit and the hash browns that go with it. We also recommend the cheddar grits and the donuts/ donut holes. But every dish was excellent and we will certainly return. We appreciated that the waiter knew the beer list well and was able to make recommendations for 4oz samplers that we would (and did!) enjoy. The only difficult thing about this restaurant is the low lighting which creates strange shadows, and the high noise level."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2010
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Review 25 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food as always and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food as always and great, upbeat atmosphere. We had been several times for dinner but had not been to brunch. The the food was delicious and we will be returning!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service was really slow; took
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was really slow; took awhile to first come to the table, no coffee refills, the dish took twenty minutes to come out and then only brought one of them as the other would "be ready soon," but it didn't come out for another ten minutes. Very loud; could barely hear my friend over the noise. Interesting decor and lots of bar drink options. Chicken and waffles is the best dish. The omelet was poor, the potatoes were greasy, and the sausage was overcooked."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 27 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Birch and Barley was a wonderful dining experience! The food was even better than expected and it's hard to go wrong with 555 beer choices. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be going back."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Beer selection is awesome!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Beer selection is awesome! I liked that you could order "tasting" sizes from the draught beer menu, so you could sample many different beers. Food was delicious, from the risotto balls and fresh breads brought out before our meals, to the parpardelle pasta with goat and the butcher's block meat selection. The server we had was friendly and very knowledgeable. We also had our 8 and 11 year-old with us and the staff was very accomodating. Would highly recommend Birch and Barely!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best balanced craft beer list
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best balanced craft beer list that I have seen in DC, and one of the best in the country"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food, service, beer selection,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food, service, beer selection, and atmosphere were awesome. I'll definitely be back."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very romantic ambiance and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very romantic ambiance and the food was amazing!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the dessert cookies & confections
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the dessert cookies & confections were the best dessert I can recall."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Brunch at Birch and Barley
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First let me say that I do enjoy this place. The food is fresh and the menu pairings are great. However, my chicken and waffle selection wasn't the best I've ever tasted. For starters, I have a problem with restaurants who only serve dark meat which is cheaper. To make matters worse, it comes with thighs which are my least favorite portion of a chicken. The waffles were okay but everything just tasted dry. My friend loved her corned beef hash. She thought it was tender and tasty. Maybe I should've ordered the same thing because I wasn't pleased."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Boozy Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Was very happy with brunch here, something on the menu for everyone - each item is unique and interesting accommodating the very picky to the very adventurous. I had a white asparagus omelet with fontina cheese and my boyfriend had the chicken and waffles. I look forward to returning and stress the importance of trying the donuts!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 35 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This place is all about the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place is all about the beer menu. 50 draft beers and another 500 bottled beers. The draft beers are available in 4 oz pours which makes it easy to taste a number of diverse beers with your dinner. They take pride in serving your beer in the correct glassware and at the appropriate temperature. They trying to elevate beer to the level of wine, which is really nice to see. Food is very good but ultimately sounds better on paper than it tastes. Sadly we were too full to try anything from the dessert menu which looked really good (and I've heard great things about)"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 36 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Restaurant was poorly lit,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Restaurant was poorly lit, could barely see the food. Brat burger, mac & cheese
were bland. Great fries. Gnudi appetizer was disjointed: so-called pancetta was
just over-crisp bacon."
were bland. Great fries. Gnudi appetizer was disjointed: so-called pancetta was
just over-crisp bacon."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2010
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Review 37 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Go with the tasting menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The eclectic eatery for beer snobs. We went with the tasting menu and beer pairings. It was well worth it. The food was scrumptious and the beer synergized the flavor experience."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
You gotta try this place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I think some people are writing negative reviews about the noise at this place based on the bar upstairs. The restaurant part downstairs is not too loud. The food was great, our waiter was knowledgable, and we had a fantastic time. I really liked that they had the option to pick a small or large portion size for many of the meals. That allowed me to try several things on the menu without breaking the bank."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
perfect!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had an AMAZING time for my boyfriend's birthday. The tasting menu was definitely the way to go - delicious food and wonderful beer pairings. Will definitely be back."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 40 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Comfort food and candle light
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went on a Sunday night, which means an abbreviated menu featuring some of the brunch items. The food was really good, cocktails were fun and the service was great. The restaurant is a relatively small space with warm candlelit decor, and it was so nice to be able to have a comfortable conversation without having to yell. We are looking forward to trying it again when the full menu is available."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Birch and Barley sounded AMAZING,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Birch and Barley sounded AMAZING, but it was just ok. The food was VERY salty. Way too salty. It was also really loud - hard to hear each other, and there were only 4 of us. The donuts were pretty delicious though!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2012
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Review 42 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise was deafening (literally)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and ambiance were great, but the noise was deafening. We were a table of four in a booth, and we had to shout to hear each other. Our ears were ringing for hours afterwards as if we were in a concert, and my vocal cords felt raw from having to speak at such volumes. You don't have smoking in bars anymore, but hearing loss would be just as concerning for the people working there. I wouldn't go back or recommend this place as a result."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 43 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The restaurant was very accommodati
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant was very accommodating to us having missed our reservation time by approximately half an hour, as well as helping us get our baby situated. I had the whiskey french toast and was quite pleased with my selection. My wife got the brat burger and like the freshly made sauerkraut, but thought my dish was better. For dessert, we had the homemade confections platter. Most of them were pretty spot on. My wife particularly enjoyed the popcorn flavored ice cream. Ultimately, the reason I went was to sample the wide array of draught goodness. I was a little sad that the draught list on the website was out of date, and most of my selections were no longer available, but overall the selection was still quite good."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 44 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
get the chicken and waffles!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Took my parents to brunch there on Sunday for Easter and we had a fantastic meal. The chicken and waffles were to die for! The brunch portions are huge and the service was great. They brought out the wrong side of eggs and then had to be reminded to bring out the right order. A minor mistake, but then the waitress gave us the side of eggs and two drinks for free. We didn't even ask to have anything taken off the bill. A nice little surprise at the end."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I came here sunday night for dinner. We loved everything we ordered. The truffeled mac and cheese was amazing, as was the chicken wings with waffles and the duck. We sat near the open kitchen, which was nice. The atmosphere here is more trendy than romantic."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 46 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Brunch, Missed Opportunity
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I really enjoyed the "Boozy Brunch" at Birch and Barley. It's the perfect amount of food - you leave satisfied but not overwhelmingly full! I ordered the brat-burger and my wife ordered the fig and prosciutto pizza. Both were delicious. We also enjoyed the drinks and donuts. Overall, a fun experience.
My only complaint is that no one acknowledged my wife's birthday. I specifically added a note about celebrating her birthday on our reservation. I don't expect anything extravagant, but it's nice when the host and/or server acknowledge the occassion. It doesn't take much and it goes along way. A missed opportunity in my book."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, hot spot
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Review 47 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing service and trendy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing service and trendy atmosphere. The tasting menu is worth the money and so much fun! We dined on a Saturday night at around 7pm and the restaurant was full but didn't feel crowded. Before dinner we had a drink at the upstairs bar Churchkey and even though there was nowhere to sit since it was crowded, the bar was attentive and quick and we could easily stand off to the side without feeling uncomfortable. The beer list is extensive and we loved our interesting beer. We had a great experience!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful staff, they were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful staff, they were very accommodating and over the top! The waiter surprised us with sparkling wine for our anniversary and some special treats. The food was very artisanal and delicious. and The whole experience was absolutely a delight. I'll keep this experience in mind when searching for our next romantic night out!"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place was fantastic. We started with a cocktail (beer) in the bar upstairs. It was more sportsbar'ish than we anticipated but not an issue. Moved downstairs for dinner. Restaurant is very loud and tables are close together. Started with 2 amuse bouche which were fantastic. I rarely touch the bread but again it was out of this world and just delicious. We split an entrée as an appetizer as suggested by the waiter (short rib pasta) and it did not disappoint. Moved to entrees: scallops were perfectly cooked (literally best I've had) and duck (terrific flavor and seasoning). I cannot say enough about how fantastic the food was. Unfortunately, we shouldn't have ordered appetizer as we were seriously over full by the time we left."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for Birch and Barley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing service. Very sensitive
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazing service. Very sensitive to food allergies which was a huge plus!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
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