Birch & Barley

Logan Circle, Washington, DC –

A delectable menu of seasonal bites and a giant assortment of handcrafted ales lie behind the tall wood doors of Birch & Barley, a haven for sophisticated patrons on the hunt for good food and a lot of brew.

With more than five hundred bottled beers, fifty drafts, and five casks at the ready, the venue is a veritable Shangri-La for the hops-loving crowd, and local young professionals quickly line the handcrafted wooden bar for a few after-work pints.

Later in the evening – especially on busy Friday and Saturday nights – the narrow space fills with a mix of classy couples and adventurous foodies looking to sample rare stouts in four-ounce snifters or snack on goat cheese tartlets and grilled octopus before diving into larger entrées.

First-timers are easily spotted as they ogle the massive “Beer Organ” in back, where impressive copper tubes draw fifty different beers down from casks stored at Churchkey, the upstairs bar under the same ownership.

Dining couples snuggle into the booths along the exposed brick walls, or enjoy the six-course tasting menu at the chef’s counter overlooking the open kitchen, while Sunday brunch ensures a steady stream of mimosas and sangria to go with the fresh fried donut holes.

Patrons in the mood for a comfy atmosphere, unique menu, and lifetime supply of beer will find it at Birch & Barley, a terrific local hotspot for date nights and after-work cool-downs alike.