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Bar - Birk's, Santa Clara, CA

Birk's

4.7
4.7
3715 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
3955 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara, CA 95054

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
Birk's proudly offers hardwood grilled steaks, chops and seafood and has served Silicon Valley diners continuously since 1989. Birk's concept is based on the traditional city grill with a contemporary twist that remains one of the most popular dining destinations for lunch and dinner in the area. In addition to the menu of hardwood grilled steaks, chops, fresh fish and seafood, Birk's culinary team creates daily lunch and dinner menu additions. The lively bar is stocked with a complete array of beverages including an award winning wine list, select beers on tap, single malt scotches and full espresso bar. The attentive yet unobtrusive service professionals combined with an elegant facility and consistently executed cuisine make Birk's the ideal location for your next business or casual lunch or dinner, private dining or special occasion event.
At your service,
Birk's

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–6:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Birk's offers three private dining rooms. One room accommodates up to 20 guests, another will accommodate up to 35 guests. Additionally, we offer a semi-private dining space for up to 50 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Vivi Nguyen: (408) 492-1714
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Clara
  • Cross street
    Mission College
  • Parking details
    Ample Parking behind the restaurant
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Birk's WhistlePig Whiskey Dinner

    $190.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 19, 2025 only
    5:30 PM
    Join us as we indulge in whiskeys from WhistlePig paired with an elegant multi-course menu created by Executive Chef, Mary Le. Preview our Whiskey Dinner Pairing Menu below. PULLED PORK CROSTINI Thai chili-apricot chutney, goat cheese pâté, pickled onions - WhistlePig, Estate Oak Rye, Aged 15 YR - PAN SEARED SCALLOPS Bacon cream, Kaluga caviar, salsa verde, scallions - WhistlePig, PiggyBack Rye, Aged 6 YR - PEPPERED BEEF TENDERLOIN BABY SPINACH SALAD Red onions, dried apricots, pine nuts, fuji apples, feta, sesame-chipotle bacon lardon, sherry vinaigrette - WhistlePig, The Boss Hog XI - INTERMEZZO Mandarin lime sorbet CRISPY PORK BELLY Fondant potato, shiitake mushrooms, pickled baby carrots, daikon sprouts, basil-garlic cream espuma - WhistlePig, Snout-to-Tail Bourbon, Aged 10 YR - HONEY SMOKED PEACH BREAD PUDDING Candied Chicharron streusel, bacon rendered vanilla ice cream, warm cardamom whiskey cream - WhistlePig, Old World Rye, Aged 12 YR -
    Birk's WhistlePig Whiskey Dinner Photo

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What 3,715 people are saying

Birk's 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Jose / Silicon Valley

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Birk's offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for special occasions. Patrons rave about the "always excellent food and service," while highlighting standout dishes like smoked prime rib and filet mignon. Guests appreciate the "attentive and pleasant service," making each visit memorable. Despite occasional noise, the restaurant remains a beloved Silicon Valley institution.

3,715 Reviews
  1. Robert

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    as always the food was amazing, I just love the peppercorn Filet Mignon. The service is also great and the dessert was amazing.

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  2. Glen VIP

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Suzy is the best!!! I’ve been coming to Birk’s for over 20 years and Suzy has never changed. Always smiling and gives the best service. Food is always excellent.

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  3. Mike VIP

    San Francisco73 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my office staff out to lunch on Administrative Professionals Day and everyone was satisfied with the whole experience! Job well done all around.

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  4. Rev. Gerardo

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When we got married, Birk's was the restaurant we went to celebrate our engagement. A year later, this time, we came to celebrate our first year of marriage. The host is very nice; I had to call them because we were already late for our reservation due to an accident on the road and they very kindly told me not to worry and to arrive at the restaurant calmly. The food is delicious. The cuts of meat are wonderful. Highly recommended for special occasions and celebrations. Rev. Gerardo Garcia Palacios

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  5. Roman VIP

    San Francisco16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    "I recently had the pleasure of dining at Bir's, and I can't recommend it highly enough! From the moment I stepped inside, I was impressed by the excellent interior – a perfect elegant blend. The ambiance was warm and inviting, making it a perfect spot for a casual lunch. The food was simply outstanding. The quality of the ingredients was evident, and the presentation was beautiful. Finally, the reasonable price made the entire experience even more enjoyable.

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  6. Nicole VIP

    Austin10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Random location but have had wonderful dinners here for a decade

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  7. Stacy

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birks has been a family favorite for years. I’ve never once had a bad meal or bad service here. Every visit is memorable and impeccable. My only gripe is leaving after every meal with a stomach ache, because I convince myself… just one more bite, despite my stomach’s protest.

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  8. James

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to Birks many times over the years and it's always been good, however this time we felt the food was really outstanding. Kudos to the Chef.

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  9. Robert

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and Birk’s always has a great ambience. Food was excellent as always.

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  10. Barbara

    Tahoe2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent, food was fantastic. Great cocktails

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FAQs

Birk's offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Birk's also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 980-6400.

Birk's is rated 4.7 stars by 3715 OpenTable diners.

Birk's does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Jose / Silicon Valley
  5. Santa Clara

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Birk's

3955 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara, CA 95054

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mission College
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Clara
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–6:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample Parking behind the restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Birk's offers three private dining rooms. One room accommodates up to 20 guests, another will accommodate up to 35 guests. Additionally, we offer a semi-private dining space for up to 50 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Vivi Nguyen: (408) 492-1714
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