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Birch
Restaurant

Birch

Birch in St Petersburg pairs European cooking with Asian influences. See what to order, what the interior is like and why to book ahead.

Birch is a modern European restaurant on Kirochnaya Ulitsa in central St Petersburg, within walking distance of Nevsky Prospekt. Its menu draws on European and Asian influences, with dishes such as crab bisque with coconut espuma and marble beef tataki with truffle pesto. A tasting menu, a broad wine and whiskey selection, and a pared-back interior of wood and concrete make it a good choice for a special dinner. Book ahead, as seating is limited.

A menu shaped by several cuisines

Birch
Birch

Birch combines European cooking with Asian influences, while the wider menu draws on ideas from Italian cooking, barbecue and Chinese cuisine. The range is evident in dishes such as pumpkin ravioli with black truffle, veal with morels and caramelised onion, and salmon ceviche with avocado and radish.

The tasting menu is a way to sample a sequence of the kitchen’s dishes. Crab bisque with coconut espuma and marble beef tataki with truffle pesto are among the options associated with the menu. Other listed choices include squash, carpaccio and panna cotta.

The room and planning a dinner

Birch
Birch

The restaurant’s interior is simple and contemporary, with wood and concrete shaping the space. Its entrance is understated, so look carefully for Birch on Kirochnaya Ulitsa. The address is in central St Petersburg, within walking distance of Nevsky Prospekt.

Birch serves dinner from Tuesday to Sunday and is closed on Mondays. Reservations are required, and seating is limited. Book ahead and confirm an online booking by phone; check the reservation time limit when you arrange your table. A weekday or off-peak visit can make for a quieter meal. The menu also includes desserts such as key lime pie and chocolate cake, alongside a selection of wine and whiskey.

FAQ

Where is Birch in St Petersburg?

Birch is at Kirochnaya Ulitsa, дом 3, in central St Petersburg, within walking distance of Nevsky Prospekt.

Do you need a reservation at Birch?

Reservations are required, and seating is limited. If you book online, confirm the reservation by phone.

What kind of food does Birch serve?

The menu combines European cuisine with Asian influences and draws on other culinary traditions. Options include pumpkin ravioli with black truffle, salmon ceviche and a tasting menu.

Is Birch open on Mondays?

No. Birch is closed on Mondays and serves dinner from Tuesday to Sunday.

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