This is the best food in Chester county, perfect every time. Every dish is beautifully prepared and tastes amazing. Worth the long wait to get a reservation. read more

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Birthday at Birchrunville- But not quite worth the anticipation. On just about the hottest day of summer we ventured on the scenic drive to Birchrunville Store Cafe. A group of 6 on a dinner reservation at their first seating at 6pm. We entered and were sat at the back corner table- their air conditioning was a relief. The vibes- quaint, tight quarters. Grandma's dining room. Emphasis on the grandma, as the crowd was much older. I found that fascinating, as Birchrunville is a "must stalk" reservation. That type of spot is usually on trend (and not on elderly). We sat, broke out our BYOs and contemplated first course. The menu is ever-changing which is refreshing. Seasonal and never stagnant, even if Babcia grabs a table regularly. Appetizers arrive- we order a variety. Hits and misses. What didn't miss throughout our dining was each presentation. Smears and dollops and thoughtfulness to plates. Oysters- ok. No variety of types to choose from. Also a non-preferred: the oysters were already dressed with their mignonette. No option naked was disappointing. The bone marrow was lacking depth. It tasted mostly of its topped garnish and was fattier than expected. The stuffed figs could've been a passer-by. Fresh by lack of flavor. We liked the crispy bacon. Caesar salad was another take it or leave it. The goat cheese croquettes caused confusion (see photo). It was actually an arugula salad - note, well dressed and citrusy, with breaded cheese crumbs atop. We wanted a ball of cheese, per the croquette. Interesting spin? But we'll leave apps on a high note- The gazpacho. Appealing to the eye and palette- bright, cheery, cool and clean. To entrees- this is where the opposition arises. From fantastic to terrible. Kudos given: meats and skin on seafood. Unmemorable: sauces Just Bad: my seafood trio Great crusts on the lamb and steaks. They were cooked to proper temp, juicy and flavorful. Fish- skins crispy and meat flaky. I am sorry to say, but have to emphasis that I deemed parts of my dish inedible. The whitefish was bland, the crab cake had no lumps and the AHI! There was the inedible- the tuna. Couldn't chew it, refused to swallow it. The sear was so hard on this thing, the tuna turned into chewing gum. Just bad. A complementary dessert was enjoyed in sweet treat by the birthday boy. While service was attentive and pleasant, we were rushed out for second seating. Understood, we just felt excused and hustled out. Like we did something wrong. So, we end up at 3 stars. If a reservation feels elite, so should the food. Overall our experience was just good. Here there is history, but not all the hype. read more

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good service, nice presentation but food average at best hadn't been there in 10+ years but recall it was very good back then.

This place is a little hidden gem. The character and charm of this spot is amazing. Inside an old general store sharing a bathroom with the post office! BYOB so yay! Food is elevated and French forward. Husband and wife ran and owned. Yummy and unique. Hard to get a reservation, so good luck :) but if you do worth it!!! read more

Amazing experience! Food, service and ambiance is top notch! They are a byob and take credit cards however, they do not take American Express. read more

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This was a sweet experience with a rustic vibe, and the food was pretty delicious. The staff was very kind and took care of us for my birthday! The carpaccio was delicious as was the mushroom soup. Note: BYOB! read more

Incredible service, delicious, fresh, seasonal food, and a BYO! Loved the oysters, love pillow gianciale, pork chop, and surf and turf. read more

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We are new residents to the area and have been eagerly looking for a wonderful, quaint spot for date nights as well as a local place to bring our family + friends when they visit. Well, after one dinner here - we found it! From the wonderfully attentive staff to the talented chef, we love Birchrunville Store Cafe and decided to give it a visit again this weekend! The chefs attention to detail makes every dish feel like a special treat. I haven't had a bad dish yet and an added bonus is, it's BYOB! Enjoy a wonderfully curated menu alongside your favorite wines / cocktails from home. How much better can it get? read more

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Another amazing meal from Chef Francis and his incredible staff. Each dish was carefully planned and preparation was executed perfectly. We love this quaint little place and I know you will too. Can't wait to go back. read more

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For decades Chef Francis at has put out some of the best dishes in the region and tonight did not disappoint. They now have a few outdoor tables on the back porch by the babbling stream. The ambiance in this 1900s general store is stunning and the staff makes the experience superb. Just don't ask for your meat to be well cooked - please - trust the chef. read more

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I recently had the pleasure of dining at a wonderful restaurant, and I can't stop raving about the incredible food! It felt like a dream come true--great food and an enjoyable atmosphere. We kicked off the evening by sharing a variety of appetizers, and I was particularly impressed by the squid ink pasta. At first, it didn't get much love, but by the end of the first course, the sauce thickened perfectly, coating the noodles beautifully. I had a few bites at the end, and I thought it was absolutely delicious! The veal cheeks were phenomenal--tender and bursting with flavor. And can we talk about those oysters? They were the first thing I thought about when I woke up the next morning. They reminded me of deep-cupped Kumamoto oysters, but even bigger and better, served with a vibrant vinaigrette that made them unforgettable. We also enjoyed broiled oysters with Gorgonzola and Parmesan. A simple wedge salad was elevated with the Korean pork barbecue side. The sauce on the pork barbecue was sweet and savory and paired well with the Gorgonzola it was fresh and innovative, and elevated this beautiful little wedge. (we split the salads.) The entrées were shared, passed around to each other. The pork tenderloin was absolutely tender and delicious, I really enjoyed my taste of the duck with foie as well. Then there was the rustic sweetbreads and lobster strudel. This dish was not for the faint of heart because the sweet breads were large and crudely prepared, but I loved it! The delicate pastry and lobster combo was fantastic. I do think they could have done a bit more with the sweetbreads; they were tasty but a bit rough around the edges. One of our diners had a fish that was delicious, but I felt like this restaurant has interesting entrées that should be experienced. I would move past the fish for something more interesting. As we moved through the meal, we enjoyed each entrées, culminating in a fabulous butterscotch Bundt cake that was pure simple heaven. Overall, this dining experience was a true culinary delight, and I highly recommend checking out this restaurant for anyone looking to indulge in imaginative and exquisite food! Don't forget to bring your favorite wines to pair with this delicious food. The service was wonderful and speedy. We had the first seating and we were given two hours to enjoy our meal as they were turning over the table to the next diners. I would absolutely go back to the Birchrunville Café. read more

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This long awaited meal was absolutely worth the wait. The food was delicious and the menu offerings were vast and eclectic. My husband and I tried 6 different menu items. Lobster bisque, love pillows (gnocchi), Halibut with a citrus champagne beurre blanc, branzino, butterscotch cake, and the coffee creme brulee. Everything was fresh, beautifully plated and most importantly, perfectly cooked and flavorful. The butterscotch cake was probably my favorite menu item. Service was excellent! The restaurant is quaint and cute. Parking is also available right across the street at the bake shop if you aren't able to snag restaurant parking. My only gripe (which I won't take a star off for because it's partially my fault that I didn't ask beforehand) - restaurant doesn't take AMEX and it isn't noted anywhere. I checked website and resy. I can understand not taking AMEX but recommend it be noted on the website. I used my AMEX card to book the res on Resy and that same card would be charged for a cancelation fee should I have been penalized, and I also purchased a giftcard through toast as a gift with my AMEX. I had just assumed I could use my AMEX card for dinner and was hopeful for same because I have a semi-annual dining credit. Unfortunately I couldn't use the card to pay for dinner. Just a heads up to future diners to bring an alternate card if you opt to use credit. read more

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Absolutely amazing dinner!!!! Please note you have to make tasting menu reservation in advance. We had made reservations but didn't know to call in for tasting menu. Regardless, dinner was incredible! We enjoyed the crispy pheasant with mushroom risotto for appetizer, I got the pheasant roulade with mushroom duxelle and husband got filet Mignon, and we shared butterscotch cake and lava chocolate cake with pistachio gelato. Our waitress was attentive and personable, ambiance was cozy and the lack of signal ensured no one was on their phones, and the food was flavorful, tender and well-cooked, and beautiful to look at. Parking was also available! Will look forward to trying the tasting menu next time! read more

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We took our niece and nephew to dinner here. We hadn't been in years. It was just as delicious as always. They continue to maintain quality and service. We throughly enjoyed ourselves. read more

Service was excellent. food was not impressive. Smallest oysters I have ever seen and $4.50 a shuck. I've had oysters at many restaurants over many years and never seen such tiny ones. My husband's meal was about the size of a snack, although he said the halibut itself was good. read more

A charming, intimate, little gem. The food was tasty, and the service was prompt and very nice. The octopus appetizer was refreshing and light. I enjoyed the duck entree and the staff celebrated my birthday with a sparkler in my creme brûlée! It is fun that it is byob and I enjoyed my experience here!! Nice spot read more

What a perfect place to celebrate with the family. It was the first time we had all been together in months so we wrapped a few accomplishments into one. They even decanted our celebratory wine bottle for us. This fancy restaurant is an absolute gem. From the outside it looks unassuming (I believe its an old repurposed general store) located in a quiet part of the burbs across from my favorite coffee shop. Reservations do have to be made in advance, no walk ins but the interior is so adorable. It's very homey, with low lighting and hushed tones. There's even old cooking utensils used as decor. As for food, here's what we got that I recommend from appetizers ($17-20): mushroom truffle lasagna, both salads, the soup, and we even tried the oysters (not bad for a place far from the ocean!). And for entrees $35-$40 (my first pick was sold out guess it must be good): the fish stuffed with more fish and we tried some escargot (also not bad for a place in PA). Unfortunately, there was not much for a vegetarian to eat here so it loses a star there. But the fish I got instead was spectacular, even if it did only have two potato wedges. Why can't we get more? But regardless, hats off to the chef for the tasty food. read more

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Most of us miss "the book" one of the charms that this restaurant had for years. The old fashion way of booking, the menu being different every time you went, their signature desert!, the coziness. The food is still great, but no ever changing menu anymore. The staff still awesome! But they wont come with "the book" anymore. And while no doubt the deserts are good, the Butterscotch, their signature desert, gone! We couldn't believe that was gone! It seems every time we go something else is different, taking this gem a little bit more away from the old hidden in the back of the woods charming spot it has been for so long. read more

We have been here several times and it never disappoints. Our wait staff was very nice and attentive and our meals delicious. Cute little slice of local history. If you are having a hard time getting in I suggest getting on their wait list. read more

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From the moment we walk in we felt special. The service was outstanding. And it continued till we finished. The menu was amazing, it was hard to pick, all of the choices sounded amazing. From the first course till the last it was all delicious. We made our next reservation before we left. read more

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Charming rustic dining room that is in an old building that also houses the Birchrunville post office. The food was good, but not great. Nothing truly special about the halibut with sea scallops that I ordered. The portions were incredibly small, in fact, minuscule. A tiny square of halibut and 2 slices of 1 sea scallop adorning the top of the halibut square. I left the restaurant still hungry after my dinner. Service was adequate. Had heard many good things about this restaurant and looked forward to dining there. However, did not experience anything that would entice me to dine there again. read more

I am sad to actually post this review because Birchrunville was one of our favorite places to go to dinner for special occasions or just to have an excellent meal. But now it is catering to I have no idea who, we were long-term customers more than 10 years we would put reservations in advance via the book we would put six reservations in every year bring at least four to six people and enjoy a fabulous meal. With their new Resy system it is the worst, we cannot get a table no matter what date I put in or how many people it says it's not available. I have no idea why they've decided to go to the system and the biggest thing about this system is it's only for Apple users. It clearly appears they are so catering to the social media crowd. We are Android phone users but we're not social media folks whoever is running this system at Birchrunville you need to return to the regular system you are alienating many many of your long-term customers. I noticed a recent review on here that again a customer trying to get in is unable because your new system just doesn't work. I actually sent an email to Birchrunville about this issue with no response. read more

Likely the most talented chef within a 100 miles. Have eaten at Birchrunville 5 times. Every dish is a gastronomic adventure. The staff is phenomenal; you get the impression that they love what they do and function more like a family than a business. Chef Francis is down to earth and loves to chat with his guests. Honestly, restaurants like this are very rare. read more

Birchrunville cancelled on my anniversary dinner 2.5 hours prior to it and blamed it on an error with Resy (Resy said it's their error). My wife and I were really looking forward to the dinner. Birchrunville put a major damper on our anniversary. They were mildly nice/friendly about the issue. read more

Birchrunville is absolutely the best restaurant in the Burbs of Philadelphia. It will hang with any James Beard nominee in Philadelphia. In my eyes even with Michelina Star restaurants I've been to. The service atmosphere and food are second to none! I don't really get some of the bad reviews. But I'll say this, not everyone deserves to have a meal from one of the best Chefs in America! read more

Unfortunately, it's impossible to get a reservation with their new reservation system. Was told that May through August would open up on April 1. Logged in at 5:45 AM and May was gone, June and July were almost gone (had a couple left but they were for 8:30 PM). How is that possible at 5:45 AM on the day the months open? Do some people get to book before it opens in RESY? We've eaten here a few times and did enjoy it. Unfortunately doesn't look like we'll ever be able to again though. Gave 2 stars because we always liked eating here when it was possible. read more

Delicious dinner, a wonderful staff, relaxed ambiance, and fantastic dessert. I had the pork chop and it was flavorful, tender, and cooked perfectly. My wife had the strip steak which was also very tender, had a great taste, and was w pertly seasoned. Thank you to the staff of the Birchrunville Store Cafe staff for a fantastic evening. We will be back soon! We enjoyed our dinner so much, and know there is often a lengthy lead time for reservations, so just called to make out next reservation. We're already looking forward to our next visit. read more

Birchrunville Store Cafe - Front entry to the restaurant and the table on the front porch for waiting for your reservation time to arrive. - French Near Me - Birchrunville, Pennsylvania

Honestly, this is our favorite restaurant. We go about every 3 months since it opened in 1999. Francis & his wife are both awesome! Servers are great. Recently they went to the Resy system. It is horrible. I can't tell you how many times I logged in for reservations and it's never available. If you put in 2 people it's never available if you put in 4 people there are openings during the week which we don't want. I left a message several times to talk to Francis about it and the women that answers the phone was never accommodating. We want to go but I can't monitor the resy site. If you do the notify, I log in immediately and it says the table is gone. So sad. read more

The food is just ok; the atmosphere is just ok; and they are on a schedule to move you in and out for reservation timing. My husband's bronzini was skimpy and fishy - worst I've ever tasted. Glad I did not order that. Not sure what the fuss is all about. I think people need a big check to assure themselves they "enjoy the finer things in life." This is not fine! read more

The staff were friendly and the food was good although I felt it was over priced. I wasn't overly impressed with the menu but my spouse loved it. read more

Fantastic meal from start to finish! Steak, veal, carpaccio, lobster bisque, halibut were just cooked to perfection and were mouth watering!! I Can't wait to go back . Oh the desserts were incredible as well !! read more

AMAZING doesn't even begin to describe this place. We went for my friends birthday and ordered the venison tartar, escargot, crab cake, goat cheese croquet, rack of lamb, pork chop, filet, and the veal tenderloin. Each course was perfection and so delicious. The butterscotch dessert was also out of this world. Cannot recommend enough! Best escargot I've ever had read more

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Sadly, this has been our favorite for years, but this past visit crossed it off our list. We were excited to go for our anniversary, but the food was just ok. I ordered the strip steak and sadly it was chewy. The waitress was kind and offered to redo it, but that time my husband would have been done his meal. Not idea. The apps were also just ok. Not great, but ok. So sad, as I said, it used to be our favorite. read more

Always amazing as usual! Food and service are first rate!. Apps were great so were entrees. For dessert we order one of each!

I was hesitant to write a review because I don't want more people finding out about this hidden gem! Hands down mine and my husbands favorite restaurant. Charming and intimate ambiance, friendly and attentive staff, outstanding food! Also love that it's BYO. My husband and I come here for special occasions and are always leave saying we just had the best dining experience ever....and then the next visit is even better than that one! Can't wait until our next return. read more

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Oh man, DON'T COME HERE. I took my friend here for birthday and we both really liked it. The atmosphere is super, French rustic chic, but comfortable. Doesn't feel dirty or dusty like some rustic decor interpretation. We had a bunch of appetizers, two entrees, and a dessert. Everything was accessible and the opposite of pretentious. All dishes were skillfully paired with flavors. BYOB...we brought a bunch small format bottles and cans. CASH or CHECK...leave plastic behind. We ordered a salad, snails, boar, and some other dishes which now escape me. This is a very charming spot and a beautiful place for special occasions, a family dinner without small children, and for dates. Make reservations 2-4 weeks in advance. Limited parking available on the side of the post office building or plentiful parking across the street at the cafe. Very dark and surrounded by residences and country roads. Take it easy driving especially in the dark. I was just kidding about not coming here. Just don't come too often because we want to leave space for others (-; read more

A real hidden gem. Locals and foodies know of this place. Such a timeless location on the back roads of Chester County. Food is fantastic and different, service is great. The old store is so cool to be in. read more

I've been coming here since 2013, and it breaks my heart to write this. This review is based on service and social distancing measures. Before I made a reservation, I was told they would sit 50% capacity with 6 feet spacing between tables. When we arrived, almost every table was filled, and the 2 empty tables left were soon to be filled. When I brought this to the attention of the hostess, she was defensive, and proceeded to tell me it was at 50% capacity. I understand that a lot of restaurants are disobeying guidelines to survive. I'm more upset that the hostess proceeded to lie to me to my face instead of owning their lack of compliance with current recommendations. Needless to say, we left. I've had this happen to me at fogo de Chao in KOP. The manager there however, took ownership that they were busy and sat more tables then they should. He apologized, and gave me a $25 gift card. Like I said, the dissatisfaction with birchrunville was how the hostess handled the situation. read more

This restaurant has max 12 tables, but boy, is it worth it! We went for a birthday and all staff were extremely attentive. Couple of notes - it is BYOB (yay for your check :)) and cash/check only, so just keep that in mind. Now with that out of the way...THE FOOD. It was amazing. We had parsnip soup topped with pheasant, as well as veal bone marrow. Both were amazing. For salad, we had the butternut squash salad (nothing to write home about here). Entrees were the snapper and scallops, and then the venison. The venison was a little smaller of a piece than expected, but quite heavy so totally ok. Both plates were wiped clean. We ended the evening with a sparkler (thank you BSC staff!) on top of the lava cake which was ooey-gooey. Can't wait to come back here! read more

The taste of the food was amazing! That is the one star. The portions I thought were a joke. 1/2 baby bok Choi,sliver of carrot on the plate of rolled duck breast with bacon stuffed with foi gras the size of my pinky finger (2) of them. When we asked for more bread, we were given ends and miscut pieces. The waitress was rude and dismissive. I asked if the dessert was big enough to share she said "a teaspoon for you and a teaspoon for her, that is sharing" I never order dessert after a meal. But this time it was a choice between dessert or ordering a pizza. BYOB so no drink bill. $160/couple read more