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Interior of Restaurant - Birch - Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

Birch - Milwaukee

4.9
4.9
957 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
A hyper-seasonal New American Restaurant celebrating Wisconsin farmers & food producers and cooking over an open fire.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (414) 323-7372
  • Website
    http://www.birchonpleasant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kyle Knall
  • Catering
    We can customize our off-site catering menu for groups of 10-150. Please email us at hello@birchonpleasant.com for more details. Thank you!
  • Private party facilities
    Are you interested in hosting a private event at Birch? We can host events from 20 - 100 people. Our team will work with you to curate a menu and atmosphere that your guests will remember long after the event is over. Our unique space will make your event one of a kind.

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve

    US$145.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year at Birch. 5-Course Tasting Menu Canapé Celery Root Taco & Caviar Carrot Tartare & Shiso Tuna | Citrus | Yogurt Hot-Smoked Steelhead Trout | Grilled Leeks | Pickled Mustard Seeds Honey Nut Squash-Filled Pasta | Lobster | Tarragon Farm Egg | Country Ham | Trumpet | Marinated Kale Wood-Roasted Beef | Rolled Cabbage Dessert Chocolate Mousse Cotton Candy
    New Year's Eve photo

  • Chef's Counter

    Multiple dates available
    Dine at the counter overlooking the kitchen!

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 957 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Wisconsin

    Best Overall

  • Wisconsin

    Best Food

  • Wisconsin

    Good for groups

  • Wisconsin

    Lively

  • Wisconsin

    American

  • Milwaukee

    Best Overall

  • Milwaukee

    Best Food

  • Milwaukee

    Best Value

  • Milwaukee

    Good for groups

  • Milwaukee

    Healthy

  • Milwaukee

    Lively

  • Milwaukee

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Birch in Milwaukee offers an extraordinary farm-to-table experience with a constantly evolving menu. Chef Kyle's precision and creativity shine through in every dish. Guests rave about the "unforgettable" prix fixe meals and "outstanding" service. The intimate chef's counter adds a unique touch, making it a "must" for food enthusiasts.

957 Reviews

  1. Derik

    Milwaukee

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a positive first impression of Birch, but unfortunately, our experience soured later that evening. After leaving the restaurant, we received multiple calls from the staff. When I finally answered, the manager explained that our server had mistakenly given us another table’s bill and that we owed additional money. However, the “mix-up” turned out to be an uncharged bottle of wine, not an actual billing error. We were in a rush to make it to a show, so we handed over our credit cards without reviewing the check. While I’m happy to pay for what we owe, the lack of transparency from the manager was disappointing. Had they been upfront about forgetting to include the wine, I wouldn’t be writing this review. Given that we live in the building next door, we had hoped Birch would become a regular spot for us, but this experience makes it unlikely we’ll return.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Made a reservation and we didn’t know that it was the French Bistro pop up night. Wow! What an amazing experience from the service (thank you Lola) to the drinks and ultimately the food. Outstanding experience!

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  3. cathy

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    168 reviews

    5.0

    168 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is such an excellent experience. Food, service, vibe. Top notch.

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  4. William

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We started at the bar, ordered a couple cocktails, and split the Birch Burger as an appetizer. After that we sat at the Chef’s Counter and had dinner. We had the Shaved Fennel, Duck Fazzoletti, and the Contramar-Inspired Fish. Everything was delicious — we’ll be back

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  5. Steve

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food we ordered was interesting and quite tasty. We were especially impressed with the cabbage and raclette offering!

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  6. Ari

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every aspect of dining at Birch is handled with care and attention. The servers and runners give time and respect to each table without seeming rushed or stressed. The chefs maintain professionalism in a high paced environment and put out some of the most incredible food I've ever had. Any time a visitor comes to town, I make sure to bring them to Birch as it is a Can't Miss. Extra special shout out to the General Manager Jeff, who curates a truly unique, special experience for anyone who walks through the door. I would give more than 5 stars if I could.

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  7. Sara

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an exceptional experience, from the incredible food to the thoughtful staff. Our favorite place to celebrate!

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  8. Megan

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They did a vegetarian tasting menu for us and it was excellent!

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  9. Meghan

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an exceptional experience at Birch! Our server, Katie, was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and personable. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and they even left a birthday card for our friend who was celebrating. Chef de Cuisine Zach stopped by our table twice to ensure we were enjoying our food. Every single bite was amazing, cocktails were perfectly made, and the chocolate mint meringue we had for dessert was extraordinary 💯. Highly recommend celebrating a special occasion or treating yourself at Birch!

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  10. Jorge

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience. Sat at the chef’s counter and highly recommend as the staff was very interactive.

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FAQs

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Birch - Milwaukee is rated 4.9 stars by 957 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Birch - Milwaukee

459 E Pleasant St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    N Water St
  • Area
    Milwaukee
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kyle Knall
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Website
    http://www.birchonpleasant.com/
  • Phone number
    (414) 323-7372
  • Catering
    We can customize our off-site catering menu for groups of 10-150. Please email us at hello@birchonpleasant.com for more details. Thank you!
  • Private party facilities
    Are you interested in hosting a private event at Birch? We can host events from 20 - 100 people. Our team will work with you to curate a menu and atmosphere that your guests will remember long after the event is over. Our unique space will make your event one of a kind.
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