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Birch - Milwaukee

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4.8 (1076)
$50 and over
American
459 E Pleasant St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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2 people
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9:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for fine wines
A hyper-seasonal New American Restaurant celebrating Wisconsin farmers & food producers and cooking over an open fire.

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
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    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

  • May French Bistro Pop-Up

    May 29, 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!
    May French Bistro Pop-Up Photo
  • Snowden Wine Dinner

    $160.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Snowden Vineyards is a four-generation family affair with sons, daughters, wives, and cousins all in the mix. In January of 2005, Diana Snowden, Scott's daughter, along with consulting winemaker, Dave Ramey, assumed winemaking duties. Beginning with the 2012 vintage, Diana handles all the winemaking duties herself. She is the winemaker at Snowden Vineyards and the enologist at Domaine Dujac in Burgundy. Join us as we welcome Randy Snowden and feature their wines alongside a four-course tasting menu plus canapé and dessert from the Birch kitchen. Book your reservation any time between 5:00 and 9:00 and be led through the menu with Randy and our team. We will be featuring these wines: Triennes Rosé Sauvignon Blanc - Sunninghill Merlot - Lost Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon - The Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon - Brothers Vineyard
    Snowden Wine Dinner Photo
  • July Pepe's Oyster Bar

    Multiple dates available
    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
    July Pepe's Oyster Bar Photo

What 1,076 people are saying

Birch - Milwaukee reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Innovative

  • Wisconsin

    American

  • Milwaukee

    Best Overall

  • Milwaukee

    Innovative

  • Milwaukee

    Hot spot

  • Milwaukee

    Great for fine wines

  • Milwaukee

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Birch in Milwaukee is a culinary gem, offering "incredible quality at reasonable prices" and a delightful open-kitchen experience. Guests rave about its "amazing food" and "spectacular" service, with standout dishes like the "best pasta" and "glazed pork chop." The tasting menu is highly recommended for a "phenomenal dining experience."
1,076 Reviews
  1. Eric VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Totally a fun surprise for Milwaukee on our trip. The staff there were more than accommodating. The wine program is 💯

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  2. Julia

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was in town by myself and a friend recommended this place. It was easy to sit at the bar, watching the kitchen. I was very well taken care of by all the staff. I had the taster menu and it was fantastic. I liked that I wasn't rushed. Some of the servings are tiny, but others are not. It's quite a bit of food to get through and you want to savor it! The place was nice and busy but not too loud.

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  3. Luke VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Incredible quality at reasonable prices, amazing chicken, walleye, and pasta dishes

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  4. James

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular in every possible way. There really was no way to have improved the experience or the food.

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  5. Garry

    Milwaukee3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Greatly enjoyed the glazed pork chop and the pasta!

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  6. Carrie

    Milwaukee9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful pop up for the new French restaurant We love it !

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  7. Rick VIP

    Milwaukee38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasting menu was perfectly excuted! Great service from Catie!

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  8. Emma

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birch absolutely blew us away! Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and full of incredible flavor, but the real star of the night was Sophie. The pasta was hands down some of the best we’ve ever had—perfectly cooked, beautifully seasoned, and clearly made with so much care and passion. Sophie’s talent in the kitchen is something special, and it really elevated our whole experience. You can tell she puts her heart into every dish. If you’re lucky enough to visit Birch when Sophie’s on pasta duty, prepare to be amazed. We’ll definitely be back!

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  9. Breanna VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it, absolutely amazing food! Can’t wait to do this again.

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  10. john

    St. Louis3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and the cornmeal ice cream was one of the best desserts I have had. Our server was okay and that was the issue. The wine, the food, and the ambiance were superior and an okay server sticks out more in a place like this....cannot recommend Birch enough.

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Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
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459 E Pleasant St, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N Water St
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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