Birch & Rye

Birch & Rye BIRCH & RYE, just added to the 2022 Michelin Guide, presents a modern interpretation of Russian cuisine.

BIRCH & RYE reimagines Russian dishes through a contemporary California lens, drawing upon traditions of foraging and fermenting that are shared across the two food cultures. Among the light and seasonal dishes are several gluten-free and vegetarian options. A standout beverage program, which features handcrafted infused vodkas, complements the food offerings. Our 24% quality of life service charg

e is split amongst our staff and allows for a higher than average hourly wage, 100% of employee health insurance and 401k with company matched contribution. Our reservations are limited to 1 hour 45 minutes for parties of 2, and increase accordingly for parties of 3 or more. Please see our FAQ section for questions regarding your upcoming reservation.

After much consideration, we have made the difficult decision to permanently close our doors on March 30, 2024.Since ope...
03/21/2024

After much consideration, we have made the difficult decision to permanently close our doors on March 30, 2024.
Since opening, it has been an absolute pleasure serving each one of you. You have brought so much warmth into this space. We will miss seeing the dining room come alive every evening, but we will always cherish the memories we made here.

We want to express our heartfelt appreciation to each one of you who has supported us over the past couple of years. You have made our restaurant a part of your lives, from weeknight dinners to milestone celebrations, and for that, we are immensely grateful.

We hope to see you one more time before we close this chapter. As we approach our final days of operation, we invite you to join us for dinner. Reservations are recommended and can be booked on OpenTable.

Our stroganoff is a bold, modern vegetarian reimagination of this classic Russian dish. It is rich and decadent, thanks ...
03/20/2024

Our stroganoff is a bold, modern vegetarian reimagination of this classic Russian dish. It is rich and decadent, thanks to the magic of mushrooms, which deliver walloping umami.

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03/17/2024

Explore a rainbow of pickles. Our vibrant and tangy twist on the classic meat and cheese platter, spotlights the zesty world of fermenting and features a selection of seasonal pickled offerings. We recommend it as the perfect intermezzo in between courses.

03/08/2024

In addition to to our nightly tasting menu we also offer an a la carte dining option which includes caviar snacks, seasonal dishes, and Russian classics.

02/29/2024

Step into the cozy ambiance of the dining room at Birch & Rye. Our bold and beautiful dishes feature foraged and fermented ingredients, in a natural space filled with birch trees. Enjoy our signature dishes like wild mushroom stroganoff and rye donuts topped with caviar.

"Chocolate eggs and the hard-boiled varieties have a new and very different Easter egg companion to try: a splendid vers...
02/26/2024

"Chocolate eggs and the hard-boiled varieties have a new and very different Easter egg companion to try: a splendid version of a Fabergé egg at chef Anya El-Wattar’s contemporary Russian restaurant in Noe Valley, Birch & Rye. On the menu at least through March, this stunning caviar-driven starter is an inspired haute cuisine version of the precious bejeweled eggs made by Saint Petersburg’s House of Fabergé for the czars to give as Easter presents over a century ago."

Read the full article about our Fabergé egg from the : https://loom.ly/QJoTpj4

“Syrniki can be described as ricotta pancake-meets-mini cheesecake,” says chef Anya El-Wattar and they are the quickly b...
02/25/2024

“Syrniki can be described as ricotta pancake-meets-mini cheesecake,” says chef Anya El-Wattar and they are the quickly becoming the hottest brunch item in SF. Garnished with smetana, strawberries and mint, we are serving these sweet and savory treats for brunch every Sunday.

Read the full Eater article about these Syrniki here: https://loom.ly/nSVydCM

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Taste America event earlier this month. We are proud to support efforts to ...
02/23/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Taste America event earlier this month. We are proud to support efforts to build a more equitable and sustainable independent restaurant industry.

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The best rye bread in San Francisco? We think so! You'll find our house made petit rye served alongside many of our most...
02/21/2024

The best rye bread in San Francisco? We think so! You'll find our house made petit rye served alongside many of our most popular dishes including borsch, vodka cured salmon, and house smoked sturgeon. But our favorite way to enjoy it is simply topped with smetana butter and pink salt.
Some fun facts about our signature bread dish:
▪️ We use a 100 year old recipe
▪️ The bread is 100 percent rye and 100 percent sourdough
▪️ It undergoes 3 stages (scald, sponge, and dough) and takes us 24 hours to complete the cycle start to finish.
▪️ Smetana is a type of cultured crème fraîche that is cultured with kefir. Then we churn this cultured cream into butter.

Our carefully curated selection of Eastern European Wines are chosen to complement our cuisine and transport you to the ...
02/18/2024

Our carefully curated selection of Eastern European Wines are chosen to complement our cuisine and transport you to the heart of Eastern Europe with each sip.

Big news — we’re excited to be featured on ’s Check, Please! Bay Area this week as a can’t-miss Bay Area restaurant. 🥳 G...
02/07/2024

Big news — we’re excited to be featured on ’s Check, Please! Bay Area this week as a can’t-miss Bay Area restaurant. 🥳 Get your fill of our reimagined traditional Russian and other Eastern European dishes with Californian flair, Thursday, at 7:30pm, on 9!

Now booking for Valentine's Day đź’“ Join us for a special five course tasting menu. Each guest will also receive a goodie ...
02/05/2024

Now booking for Valentine's Day đź’“ Join us for a special five course tasting menu. Each guest will also receive a goodie bag with 3 pieces of house made chocolate candy. $175 per person.
Book your reservation online: https://loom.ly/NPGtxrg

VALENTINE'S MENU:
🔸Smoked sturgeon w/Kaluga caviar or Beet Caviar with pickled mustard seeds
🔸Lobster salad with chicory and dill vinegarette
🔸 Black Truffle Stroganoff with wild mushrooms and foraged greens
🔸Optional course – brioche roll with cultured butter and Osetra caviar ($35 dollars)
🔸Choice of Superior farm lamb or McFarland Spring Trout or Roasted delicata squash
🔸Flourless hazelnut chocolate cake with raspberry sauce, smetana and chocolate ganache

Address

1320 Castro Street
San Francisco, CA
94114

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 9pm
Saturday 5pm - 9pm

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