Birch - Milwaukee

4.9

1024 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 32 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

Chef's Counter
Multiple dates available
Dine at the counter overlooking the kitchen!
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!
Apr Pepe's Oyster Bar
Apr 10, 2025 only
Book a one-hour slot at the counter for a special menu. You could move to the dining room for dinner afterwards or make this the event of your night! Grab a friend and join us! To whet your appetite, this was the menu last time we did the pop-up. It might change, but we promise it will be just as exciting!! C H I L L E D Chilled Island Creek Oysters | Pickled Habanada Mignonette Marinated Crab Tostada | Fermented Pepper | Red King Radish | All The Herbs Steelhead Trout Tartare | Horseradish H O T Wood Roasted Oysters | Jimmy Nardello Pepper Butter | Pistachio Bread Crumbs Grilled Head On Shrimp | Chili Crisp

What 1,024 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Wisconsin
Innovative
Wisconsin
American
Milwaukee
Best Overall
Milwaukee
Best Food
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!

1,025 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best restaurant along with Bartolottas and tauro cocina Top tier Will be a regular
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Chris
VIP
Milwaukee
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and experience. Open kitchen is my kinda vibe.
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Kristin
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our meal of the tasting menu! The wine pairing especially made it even more enjoyable!
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Carol
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dining at Birch was exemplary. We were greeted warmly, seated immediately, attentively served, food and drinks were delicious and ample. Service and food were top-notch.
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Ryan
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. Excellent wine. Excellent cocktails. Everyone was very friendly. Chef Kyle was present and we had a nice conversation with him.
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Trevor
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Got seated right away on a Wednesday, at the counter facing the open hearth. Wonderful food, had the smoked trout and jalapeno stuffed ravioli.
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Mike
Phoenix
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
This was our first visit. We were there on a Friday night for a 530 reservation. Parking is on street only and had to park 5 minutes walk away. The marinated Beet salad first bite was delicious. We were somewhat disappointed with the Fazzoletti as there was virtually no beef in the Ragu. Wood-Roasted Shrimp had not much creamy polenta and was over cooked in my opinion. The chimichurri rojo was very good. We enjoyed the Brick Chicken. The restaurant is open concept which offered a view of the kitchen (I like!) and was well lit. Would not consider the atmosphere for a romantic date. Food was freshly made and service was good. We will be back when we have more time (we were seeing a play at730) and try the tasting menu.
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Tim
VIP
Chicago
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always 10 out of 10. Brilliant food and service. There are not enough superlatives. Last night a group of us took one of the most respected and influential Burgundy-based fine wine importers, a true bon vivant to Birch. He was blown away and he's used to the best the world has to offer.
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Leah
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Easily the best meal I have had in Milwaukee. One dish on the tasting menu was the best thing I have ever eaten in my life. Hopeful to go back again. Service was great as well! I received a birthday card that many employees signed, that was a real special surprise.
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Chris
VIP
Milwaukee
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2025
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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Birch - Milwaukee is rated 4.9 stars by 1024 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

Experiences are available.

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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.

Birch - Milwaukee

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Counter

Mar French Bistro Pop-Up

Apr Pepe's Oyster Bar

Menu

What 1,024 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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