10/12/2020
For those of you who have not seen our Press Release....here you go. Birch's owners and staff would like to thank our Lowertown neighbors for your patronage over the last two years. We enjoyed bringing great beer and live music to Lowertown and sincerely hope some of you take time to cross the river and visit us at Birch's on the Lake.
BIRCH’S LOWERTOWN ANNOUNCES PERMANMENT CLOSURE
Popular Neighborhood Restaurant And Taproom Will Close Its Doors October 17 Amidst Pandemic
Saint Paul, Minn. – October 6, 2020 – Today, Birch’s Lowertown announces the permanent closure of their restaurant and taproom located inside Market House Collaborative in the Lowertown neighborhood of Saint Paul. The last service will be on Saturday, October 17.
“Before COVID-19 the restaurant and tap room were doing very well,” says Burt Joseph, Owner. “Our lower-level piano bar was filled every week with customers enjoying our live music. Unfortunately, when we were able to reopen after the mandated closure, we were the only restaurant in Market House Collaborative to do so and we weren’t able to regain any momentum. The shortened Saint season and reduced capacity also contributed and we didn’t see the traffic we anticipated.
Birch’s Lowertown opened inside Market House Collaborative in September 2018 alongside Almanac Fish, Peterson Craftsman Meats, Salty Tart Bakery and Octo Fishbar. Birch’s expanded several weeks later adding a popular lower-level piano bar featuring weekly live music.
“We are keeping the piano bar experience alive by moving it to our Long Lake location,” says Joseph. “We took out our very long communal tables and replaced them with small cocktail tables to adhere to social distancing guidelines. Guests will be able to enjoy the same live music and ambiance downstairs in our redesigned brewhouse. We will truly miss the Lowertown neighborhood and hope customers will make the trip out to Long Lake.”
Birch’s Lowertown will remain open through October 17 with full service and beer to-go Wednesday through Sunday 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Birch’s Lowertown
289 E 5th Street, Saint Paul, MN 55101
birchslowertown.com or birchsonthelake.com
About Birch’s Lowertown:
Birch’s Lowertown has a true passion for beer and sharing that love of beer with other enthusiasts. With its cozy atmosphere and communal tables, the brewpub is specifically designed to bring people together. Birch’s Lowertown is committed to providing guests with a delicious and fun experience whether you’re on your way to a ballgame, taking in a show, or just catching up with old friends.
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