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Birch & Rye, San Francisco, CA

Birch & Rye

4.3
4.3
5 Reviews
$50 and over
Russian
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BIRCH & RYE presents a modern interpretation of Russian cuisine. Using premium and niche ingredients, the restaurant reimagines Russian food through a California lens, featuring unique takes on traditional plates that are deconstructed. Chef Owner Anya El-Wattar, a Russian-born émigré and a decades-long SF resident, believes there is no better way to connect than through lively conversation and creatively imagined food. She began cooking with her mother in Moscow and received formal training at the Natural Gourmet Institute in NYC. She also cooked at Greens in Fort Mason, and successfully ran a catering and non-profit, The Butterfly Social.

Among the light & seasonal dishes at Birch & Rye are several GF and vegan options. The beverage program features infused vodkas & Eastern European wines.

Our 20% quality of life service charge is split among our staff and allows for a higher than average hourly wage, 100% coverage of health insurance and a 401K w/match.

Photos (C) Sarah Felker

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Russian, Vegan, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (415) 796-2265

  • Website

    http://birchandryesf.com/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    Anya El-Wattar

  • Location

    1320 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114-3621

  • Neighborhood

    Noe Valley

  • Cross street

    24th Street

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Near 3 bus stops: Castro and 24th, Diamond and 25th, 24th and Noe.

  • Additional

    Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Five Course Tasting Menu

    $125.00 per person

    Nov 2 - Dec 10, 2022
    5-COURSE CHEF'S TASTING MENU (ДЕГУСТАЦИОННОЕ МЕНЮ) $125 per person - optional wine pairing available borscht Beet Coulis, Root Vegetables, Smetana smoked sturgeon Preserved Lemon, Kaluga Caviar, Petit Rye einkorn pelmeni Liberty Farms Duck, Herbs, Duck Bone Broth choice of mains: gnezdo or ukha Wagyu Cheek, Cabbage, Spiced Buckwheat -or- Black Cod, Salmon Roe, Consommé rye honey cake Whipped Smetana, Sour Cherry Tuille, Orange Dust

  • Chef's Five Course Vegan Tasting Menu

    $125.00 per person

    Nov 2 - Dec 10, 2022
    5-COURSE VEGAN TASTING MENU (ВЕГАНСКОЕ ДЕГУСТАЦИОННОЕ МЕНЮ) $125 per person. Optional wine pairing available. borscht Beet Coulis, Root Vegetables, Smetana beluga mousse Lentils, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Petit Rye stroganoff Einkorn Noodles, Porcini Coulis, Fennel Oil gnezdo Charred Cabbage Wedge, Gigante Beans, Cashew Sour Cream sharlotka White Spelt, Caramelized Apple, Sour Cherry Ice Cream

  • Reservations for Caviar Service & A La Carte Menu

    Nov 8 - Dec 10, 2022
    Reservation for Caviar Service & A La Carte

What people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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  1. AK

    AnyaK

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice food and a lovely staff. The cocktails were interesting and tasty. The presentation of the food was phenomenal. They have a seasonal tasting menu so we are planning to come back to see whats next.
  2. J

    Jojo

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, unusual cocktails. Portions small...probably best value is the tasting menu. Lovely special occasion place. Service was awesome, explaining the menu and options.
  3. HK

    HinduKush

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Celebrated my wife's birthday here in true style. Excellent food and a superior wine list (many from Georgia that were truly impressive. For those unused to Russian/East European cuisine, this must serve as an essential introduction to a dazzling array of mouth watering dishes, not to be denied to eager American palettes. I recommend this restaurant highly. What is particularly impressive is that every item in the Vegan menu is not just an apology for the main menu, but competes with in every way .. if not more! Starting with the hors d'oeuvres, a magical composition of unusual pickled vegetable combinations (Not your usual sauerkraut) set off against some sparkling Champagne and/or ice cold Vodka infusions(try the horseradich infused vodka). Continuing with the Borscht which is the jewel in the crown, but there is so much more...the Lamb was a revelation and probably the best I have eaten in recemt times. definitely my vote for this restaurants' pièce de résistance. The finish was not anticlimax either with hexagonal honey cake and what else but a Grand Cru Montrachet? Service was very attentive and welcoming. What are you waiting for?
  4. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super knowledgeable, warm, intimate. Unique experience to make a memory. The staff spent special attention to make our out of town visitor feel at home.
  5. CC

    CatherineC

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible dinner and service. They accommodated our dietary restriction and gluten allergy, and we were thrilled with our meal.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Birch & Rye is rated 4.3 stars by 5 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Birch & Rye

1320 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114-3621

Additional information

  • Cross street

    24th Street

  • Neighborhood

    Noe Valley

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Russian, Vegan, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Near 3 bus stops: Castro and 24th, Diamond and 25th, 24th and Noe.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    Anya El-Wattar

  • Additional

    Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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