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    Bir Kitchen

    4.6 (63 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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    Papadum
    Serena J.

    Stopped here for lunch after touring yet another apartment. At this point, we were pretty sure about taking a different apartment, but it was still nice to imagine living in the mission. And getting to go to restaurants like Bir Kitchen. The momos were very juicy. The baby corn was predictably good. The mango lassi was refreshing. Admittedly, it turns out thukpa isn't really my thing, but how exciting that I got to try it, right?

    Non-Veg platter
    Amy L.

    Ordered from Doordash for lunch. I ordered the Non-Veg Platter and Butter Naan from Bir Kitchen via DoorDash on a whim. I was specifically craving Chicken 65 and came across their Non-Veg Platter while browsing the menu. I'm so glad I took the chance. The results of that whim were fantastic. The Non-Veg Platter was amazing and generously portioned. It came with four pieces of chicken tikka, four chili momos, four pieces of fish fry, and a scoop of chicken Manchurian. Since the menu didn't mention naan or rice included, I added a butter naan--and it was the perfect pairing. I don't eat Indian Himalayan/Nepalese cuisine often, so I wasn't sure what to expect. To my surprise, many of the dishes had a subtle Chinese influence, which I really enjoyed. Everything was packaged securely. The platter even had a sheet of parchment under the lid--likely to absorb condensation, retain heat, and prevent sauce from spilling. Thoughtful touch. Chicken Manchurian - Really tasty and reminiscent of General Tso's chicken, but less sweet. I could easily polish off a whole bowl of rice with this alone. Chili Momos - I had no idea what to expect, but these were excellent. The dumplings seemed fried, then tossed in a peppery, savory sauce with bell peppers and onions. The sauce wasn't runny--it coated each momo evenly. It reminded me of a Chinese stir-fry, but lighter and less greasy. Chicken Tikka - Tender, juicy, and full of savory flavor. Perfect with the butter naan. Fish Fry (Swai) - This one surprised me the most. I initially imagined something like fish sticks, but these were different. The batter was slightly translucent white--possibly a rice-based batter --and maintained a light crispiness. The real standout was the minced onion sauce. It's more of a paste than a liquid, but the flavor was incredible. It even reminded me of fermented black bean sauces used in Chinese stir-fries. I could easily finish a bowl of rice with this fish alone. Overall, Bir Kitchen was a fantastic find. I'm excited to explore more of their menu in the future.

    Gobi Manchurian
    Aaron K.

    Bir Kitchen is an absolute gem in the Mission and a place I'm already excited to return to. The staff were very warm and welcoming and the service was excellent throughout the meal. The menu leans into a really interesting Indian-Nepalese fusion, and it works beautifully. The palak paneer and rogan josh were the standouts of the night, with both arriving piping hot, absolutely packed with flavor, and with just the right level of spice (even the medium gave me a small sweat and I love spicy things!). The palak paneer was velvety and creamy while still tasting fresh and spinach-forward, and the rogan josh had deep, layered spices (with very little gaminess) in both the goat and the curry, though I personally would have preferred the goat to be a bit more fall off the bone. One of the most memorable moments of the meal was actually the way it began. Shortly after we sat down, they brought out a huge complimentary portion of papadum, generously topped with an assortment of chopped onions, tomatoes, and spices (I think that makes it a masala papad?). It was crisp, bright, and addictive and the kind of starter that immediately makes you feel like you're about to be treated to a really fantastic meal (which we were!). Between the warm hospitality, the thoughtful fusion of Indian and Nepali flavors, and dishes that are as generous as they are delicious, Bir Kitchen feels like the kind of neighborhood spot that you instantly add to your regular rotation. If you love bold spices, comforting curries, and genuinely kind service, this place is an easy must-visit in the Mission.

    Biryani
    Brandon T.

    I really enjoy my experience here every time, the staff is very welcoming and the food is delicious. They make it flavorful, spicy and in generous portions. Inside, the tables are clean and well spaced, never had an issue with that. My wife and I really enjoy their Manchurian chicken, chow mein, and biryani offerings! This is my local Nepalese restaurant!

    garlic Naan
    Aiza C.

    Great service, amazing food! Nice interior! Saw this new restaurant and decided to come support the new business and i'm glad I did! Will def come back! here is what we got: chicken 65 - honest better than i expected, presentation can be worked on but the flavors are there, although it's quite pricey for what it is chicken tikka - very good 5/5, nothing to add garlic naan - pretty good but prefer more garlic they gave us a free appetizer (not sure what it is) - pretty good, very light

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    Arpita S.

    Absolutely loved the food here. Dined here on NYE and was immediately seated inside. They have plenty of seating space and the ambiance overall is pretty neat. We were a party of 5 including a toddler and ordered their chicken curry, chicken tikka masala (both entrees cage with rice), roti, goat thali and chicken chowmein. Everybody loved the food and the portion sizes were pretty decent. The staff is very attentive and friendly. Looking forward to being back here soon!

    Piro chatpate
    Ying Z.

    Bir kitchen is a new Nepali restaurant that is family owned and operated. Everything here from the staff to the food is warm and inviting. As the weather gets colder, fresh cooked food like this is perfect. I got the masala papadum, piro chatpate, baby corn manchurian, tandoori momo, and also the house special biryani. - The appetizers were really fun and crunchy to eat. The piro chatpate has crushed up instant noodle and seasoning, and eating it felt really whimsical. I think it would be a great bar snack with a beer. - I loved the baby corn manchurian! The chili sauce is savory, sweet, and tangy, while the corn adds a slight crunch. - It was my first time having momos tandoori style, and I really enjoyed the meat filling. Preparing it tandoori style takes a lot of time so I applaud the effort that goes into this dish. The homemade green chutney is superb, and the spice gradually adds as you eat more. - house special dum biryani is artfully made. I can taste the curated spice blend like saffron, cardamom, coriander, and more. This spice is the one that grows from your belly, not the spice that burns your tongue. Bir Kitchen has a huge menu, tons to choose from. Very vegetarian and vegan friendly. Perfect for sharing with a group. Please support small businesses like Bir Kitchen!

    Come in to slow down, and enjoy the delicious symphony of flavors and the easygoing relaxing atmosphere. The food is so amazingly flavorful, that my daughter and I savored every bite. From flavorful dumplings in broth (Jhol momo), crispy fulki panipuri, the platter with rice, goat stew and many side dishes, fluffy garlic naan, shrimp salad with perfectly grilled shrimp bursting with minty fresh flavor and mango lassi. Perfection. And we are taking goat biryani to go, since we are throughly stuffed but still want to try it. So it will be tomorrow's lunch, along with leftovers. We will be back to try the other dishes, and I highly reccomend you give this restaurant a try.

    Gratis appetizer
    Micki M.

    After reading some positive reviews on Yelp. We visited Bir Kitchen on a Saturday evening and impressed. The restaurant was new, clean and perfect for a date night or a relaxed dinner with friends or family. The booths were comfortable, dishes and cutlery were new and sparkly clean. The staff were welcoming and attentive without being overbearing. We started off with a delicious gratis appetizer. It was similar to a thin vegetarian tostada. We also enjoyed paneer pakora with tasty mint chutney. YUM! I had the Chicken Tikka Masala and my BF enjoyed paneer tikka masala with Naan and basmati rice. Everything was delicious and well seasoned. Prices were reasonable, especially for the quality. I'd absolutely recommend Bir Kitchen and can't wait to go back. Ideal for a romantic evening or any time you want fresh, satisfying Nepalese cuisine. One benefit is Reyna's across the street-The concha's smell amazing!

    Jhol momo after a few bites; best I've ever had

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    1 year ago

    Great food with a lot of options. Very friendly service. I'm glad to have them in the neighborhood.

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    1 year ago

    Lovely ambience, delicious food, wonderful service. And reasonably priced. Came here for lunch.

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    1 year ago

    The food here is so good. Especially the butter chicken with naan. We come here often for lunch or dinner. Always solid.

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    Ooh my god the phone was insanely delicious every freaking dish I've ordered about 10 dishes!!!

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    1 year ago

    Fabulous food, friendly service, attractive setting, easy parking by owner. All the dishes were amazingly delicious

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    1 year ago

    Food was really tasty (try the chili corn) and service was super attentive. Cute place to go for a dinner with friends.

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    1 year ago

    Got the chicken curry and highly recommend very flavorful very nice staff altogether very good place to eat

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    Food was fresh and delicious! The service was great and they had good wine! Naan was very fluffy and delicious

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