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Birch - Milwaukee

4.9
4.9
1016 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 45 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • 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.
  • Location
    459 E Pleasant St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
  • Neighbourhood
    Milwaukee
  • Cross Street
    N Water St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mar French Bistro Pop-Up

    Mar 20, 2025 only
    We recently announced that we’re opening a French Bistro later this year in Milwaukee’s Third Ward. To preview the grand opening, we’re hosting a pop-up event featuring a la carte French Bistro Dishes, inspired by the new restaurant’s ambiance and cuisine. Join us for an evening of delicious French flavors and a taste of what awaits you at our new restaurant!
    Mar French Bistro Pop-Up photo

  • Chef's Counter

    Multiple dates available
    Dine at the counter overlooking the kitchen!

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,016 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Wisconsin

    Best Overall

  • Wisconsin

    Best Food

  • Wisconsin

    Best Value

  • Wisconsin

    Innovative

  • Wisconsin

    American

  • Milwaukee

    Best Overall

  • Milwaukee

    Best Food

  • Milwaukee

    Best Service

  • Milwaukee

    Best Ambience

  • Milwaukee

    Best Value

  • Milwaukee

    Innovative

  • Milwaukee

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Birch in Milwaukee is celebrated for its "extraordinary" tasting menu, "professional, friendly service," and "absolutely killer wine list." Diners appreciate the "beautifully presented" dishes and "thoughtful" environment. Chef Knall, a James Beard nominee, ensures a "wonderful experience" with a "warm and pleasant" staff. "Best restaurant" in Milwaukee!

1,016 Reviews

  1. Chris

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal - their tasting menu is absolutely top notch.

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  2. Dave

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Third French Bistro popup was excellent! Food, wine and service were excellent! Our party of four enjoyed the entire experience.

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  3. Tim

    VIP

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extraordinary, as always. No other restaurant like it in Milwaukee. Elegant, sophisticated, delicious dishes. Perfectly sized portions. Professional, friendly service. Absolutely killer wine list, with a nice selection of classics alongside fun, funky wines. Don't miss the cocktails, either. Birch is just so good I can barely justify going elsewhere.

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  4. KEVIN

    Chicago

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Arturo made the difference for us. An exceptional experience.

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  5. Dierdre

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We were very disappointed by our experience at the CASSIS pop up at Birch. The food was mediocre at best. The chicken paillard was thick and dry and had an overpowering pan sauce. The salad that accompanied it was also way over dressed. The scallop entree came with only two scallops and was served in a very unappetizing luke warm soup. A bright spot was the crouque monsieur and the smoked trout appetizers. Hopefully they will work out the kinks but they need to figure out the basics of french cooking before they open a french restaurant.

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  6. Jennifer

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birch is a dining experience! We had the tasting menu with wine pairings. The food was creative and delicious. Wine pairing was perfection. Definitely a great special occasion spot!

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  7. ShelleyM

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the tasting menu once again outstanding presentation and flavors. Unique because you get to try special foods. Ty’s service was awesome!

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  8. Alyssa

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birch never fails to deliver an amazing dinner and overall wonderful experience. The food is beautifully presented and delicious. Each person we interacted with was extremely warm and pleasant. Highly recommend.

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  9. Dan

    VIP

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I are big fans of Birch, which is why we dined here on Valentine’s Day. We sat at the chef’s counter and really enjoyed the experience from beginning to end. It’s easy to see why Chef Knall is a 2025 James Beard nominee for best Chef Midwest. The GM at Birch is so personable and acknowledges us on every visit. It’s no wonder his staff is so helpful and courteous. Book your reservation with confidence.

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  10. Joshua

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An incredible dining experience, from the beginning to the end.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Birch - Milwaukee using the Order Online button.

Birch - Milwaukee is rated 4.9 stars by 1016 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 45 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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