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Birch and Barley

4.5
4.5
2119 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Birch & Barley is a ground-breaking Washington DC restaurant dedicated to an unparalleled collection of 555 artisanal beers.

Located on 14th Street near Logan Circle, the restaurant delivers a completely unique food and beer experience celebrating a full spectrum of styles, traditions, regions and flavors. A destination for beer lovers with a collection of 555 hand-picked labels meticulously curated by Beer Director Greg Engert, Birch & Barley is made possible by a passionate team of professionals relentlessly committed to their craft.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Middle Eastern

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 567-2576

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Brian Stickel

  • Private party facilities

    For inquiries regarding private events, please contact our Private Dining Manager, Dawn Harrop at dharrop@neighborhoodrestaurantgroup.com.

  • Neighborhood

    Logan Circle

  • Cross street

    Rhode Island Avenue NW

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    15 minute walk from the U Street Metro Station or the McPherson Square Metro Station.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

What 2,119 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Overall an absolutely fantastic dining experience. Not much else to add here.
  2. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    So glad to have Birch and Barley back!
  3. g

    gabrielle

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Havent been here for a while and it was even better than i remember. Everything was delicious and perfect. Great curated music, friendly professional staff, excellent service, and very good food. Had a wonderful and memorable time.
  4. B

    Bryce

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So nice to have this personal favorite open again!!!
  5. RT

    RTFDC

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience at Birch an Barley food - outstanding , menu -imaganitive and excellent, service GREAT!!
  6. TL

    TomL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was good. The ambience great. The staff friendly and helpful. The beer selection out of this world. Highly recommend. Best tip: pick your food and then ask for a beer to accompany each course.
  7. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super food and great staff
  8. S

    Simona

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I are huge fans of Birch and Barley. We were so happy to see they have reopened after almost 3 years! We had a great experience as we had in the past l. Great food, great service, great beers.
  9. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We ate pretty much the entire entree menu. The lobster was delicious, the cod was delicious, the salmon mediocre, the short ribs bland and overpriced for the flavor. The burger was fine. Mushroom toast was incredible, tuna tartare ok. Cheese board fabulous. Apple galette was good. It is a noisy space and when the windows are open, one gets wafts of whatever is being smoked outside.
  10. W

    Welovefood

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome all around!
  11. G

    Gizmog

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious! So glad that they are back! Pork chops were to die for!
  12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    We were so excited that Birch and Barley finally reopened! We learned early the Chef was new, basically everyone was new. This is not the same restaurant, do not expect the same quality and experience.
  13. b

    brooklynite

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    The food and cocktails were wonderful. Very generous portions. The service was a bit hit and miss the waitress didn’t seem to know how to wait table but she was very nice. And the owners were present and very sweet. They just reopened so I’m sure they’ll work the kinks out. Definitely well worth going to.
  14. CJ

    CJIowa

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The restaurant is stunning and the food is equally as great. Not many options on 14th Street compare, especially not for a relaxed dining night out with a small group of friends. Great drink menu and every bit of the food was great. The fries and malt vinegar dipping sauce was unparalleled. The manager was great and ensured everything was up to par. The waiter was a bit inexperienced and flustered, but everything else made up for that. Highly recommended!
  15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Fine menu and great service
  16. BM

    BridgetM

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We're so glad that they have reopened. Our menu selections, service, and ambience were very enjoyable.
  17. MC

    MichaelC

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Pear salad had no ( or very few) pears Preferred oysters with red sauce Pizza excellent Staff needs work: brought multiple same dish orders; did not know table numbers; did not know which beer was on the menu and which was excluded White fish excellent
  18. A

    Aislin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience- so glad to be back after two years!
  19. c

    ccalderonm

    Washington DC

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The beer list continues to be not only diverse but also impressive. The draft list includes some hard-to-find beers in DC. Service was still a little slow but friendly and attentive. The grilled octopus was tender and very flavorful.
  20. EW

    ElizabethW

    Washington DC

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Service, food, atmosphere.
  21. WB

    WB316

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    Fixed price brunch, 3 courses for $25 is an excellent value. We loved the food - caesar salad and deviled eggs very good, pork belly hash and chicken with waffles excellent. The restaurant is a bit noisy, hard to hear conversations sometimes.

    Birch and BarleyResponded on March 11, 2020We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us! The prefixe brunch is definitely a great option. We would love to see you all again soon. If you ever need help making a reservation, please reach out through our phone number or email. -Lou

  22. LB

    LaylaB

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Delicious food but very inconsistent and slow service.
  23. C

    Chsfoodie

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place one of my favs. I live a block away. And keep coming back!!!
  24. R

    Robbie

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2020

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The Birch & Barley brunch was awesome! Great value, plenty of food, fun atmosphere, and cute decor.
  25. SS

    ScottS

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2020

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    Brunch hash - terrible, meat mostly fat and very chewy, eggs way overcooked, little flavor overall Breakfast sandwich- eggs under cooked, meat portion almost non-existent Not at all up to standards we expect from Birch and Barley
  26. DC

    DCien

    Washington DC

    37 reviews

    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2020

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    I used to like this restaurant right around the time it was opened. I went back after many years for brunch and I have to say I was not impressed. Between us, we tried the chicken and waffles which were ok, the hash, and the shakshuka and we were not impressed with any of the dishes. The bloody mary was really good.
  27. CT

    ChristopherT

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birch and Barley has to be one of the best restaurants in DC. Their beer selection, combined with some of the most imaginative and delicious food combinations, make every visit a joy. My only complaint is that the lighting is far too low to read an 8 point typeface menu.
  28. JC

    JayC

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    We went for Valentines and the fixe menu was over priced and the food completely underwhelming. Their normal menu is quite good and consistent.
  29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and ambiance.
  30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2020

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    Have been here a few times and also been wow’d by good and service. Last evening service was sub par. Forgot the bring out dinner(long wait), didn’t know hoe to work French press...when coffee had grounds in it told us “that happens sometimes”
  31. EG

    EmilyG

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2020

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    great food, mediocre, slow service but good vibe for the weekend when not in a rush!
  32. TH

    THHT

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birch and Barley continues to deliver wonderful meals year after year. The reason I continue going back is due to their exceptional service which compliments their delightful meals. I always get the chef's tasting menu with the beer pairing and it never fails to amaze me.
  33. AS

    AshleyS

    E. Tennessee

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Had a friend in town and wanted to check out this place. The service was great. The menu was a bit limited for someone gluten free, dairy free and soy free. I typically get fruit when I brunch, but unfortunately they didn’t have any fruit. I wish there were more veg and fruit options for people on dietary restrictions. Overall it was a fun vibe and brunch drinks were great!! I’ll check them out again for dinner and maybe there will be more options I can eat. :)

    Birch and BarleyResponded on February 2, 2020Ashley, I am glad you had a great experience here with us! We have gluten, dairy and soy free dinner options for you to choose from. Feel free to reach us out directly if you need help making a reservation with us. We look forward to having you in soon. Best, -Lou

  34. LM

    LindaM

    New England

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2020

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    I ordered the ribeye steak which was not at all what I am used to. It was
  35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 19, 2020

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Poor table right next to the door, hit with cold drafts constantly. Kept my winter coat on the entire time. Very loud, almost like it was a nightclub. Hard to hear the people right across the table from me
  36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Went for restaurant week! Had the best service. They accommodating all 10 of us. Food came out quickly, and waiter made good suggestions. The cookies for dessert with milk are AMAZING!!! Highly recommend the chicken and waffles for brunch. All over wonderful experience.
  37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very nice evening of great food and beer. All the staff were great. Would certainly recommend and will certainly go again.
  38. MH

    MayaH

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2020

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    I went here for restaurant week and the food was okay, the aesthetic was nice, the service was great. I think that it's a great place to try. I think their things on their regular menu were better because we did order some stuff from there too. The food wasn't bad at all, ive just had better, especially during restaurant week. Also I just had a glass of wine but my friend had a cocktail and she said that they weren't good at all. my wine was good though! I think that they have a great menu, a wide variety of selections, they are known for their beer so if you like beer this is the place to be! hope this helps!
  39. LS

    LauraS

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2020

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was great, as well as the service. However they took super long ( like 25 minutes) to bring desert which was ice cream

    Birch and BarleyResponded on January 26, 2020Laura, We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with us and apologize for fumbling a little bit with the timing on the desserts. We appreciate the feedback as we are always striving to get better. Thank you very much for your time, we look forward to seeing you again soon, Louis

  40. c

    chichi

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing! My friend and I went for restaurant week and the three-course menu was divine. Everything is seasoned so well, nothing was bland! This is my second time going to Birch and Barley in the span of a week and the customer service has remained consistent which is a plus. It's slowly becoming one of my favorite places to dine in DC. The only con was that the cocktail prices are a little ridiculous for how little they give you, but I can look over that since the food was terrific.

FAQs

Birch and Barley offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 567-2576.

Birch and Barley is rated 4.5 stars by 2119 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 PM


Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Birch and Barley

1337 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Rhode Island Avenue NW

  • Neighborhood

    Logan Circle

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Middle Eastern

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    15 minute walk from the U Street Metro Station or the McPherson Square Metro Station.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Brian Stickel

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

  • Phone number

    (202) 567-2576

  • Private party facilities

    For inquiries regarding private events, please contact our Private Dining Manager, Dawn Harrop at dharrop@neighborhoodrestaurantgroup.com.

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