Birchrunville Store Cafe

Based on reviews, I was very disappointed with service and I’m shocked this “okay” place takes months to get into. It took a bit of time to be greeted, didn’t think much of it, the waitress (Carolyn B) apologized, but then we order, get our meals, there’s zero check ins about the meal, ZERO refills of water despite a 2 hour reservation, we had to flag someone down to uncork our bottle (our waitress comes over and spills the bottle, says “did you see me bleed everywhere” and is tripping on the floor; appears impaired herself), and they took the cork with them so when we did not finish ours, and asked for a cork, the waitress (not “Carolyn”, maybe some food runner) seemed shocked and confused by the request. They return with SOMEONE ELSE’S CORK?! And shove it in our bottle? Am I in the dark here? Do BYOB places now remove your cork and expect you to bring one from home if you don’t finish bottles at a time? we were on our second bottle, obviously not intending to finish 2 at dinner. Carolyn eventually returned, took our plates and then came back in a few minutes, placed dessert menus and walked away with no “here are our dessert options if you’re interested” sort of comment, walked away; and came back expecting an order. I noticed even the table to our right of 5 said “i think she wants us to leave but I don’t understand what other table is coming in at 10pm” In any other restaurant I wouldn’t have thought twice about the service but for a place that takes months to get a Resy, boasts delicious and unique foods, you’d think the service staff would match the level of cuisine and offer exceptional care and not wear a black T shirt and leggings as a uniform. I think I’d get the same level of service, if not better, at an Applebees or a Seasons 52. It’s fine. I’d come back for like, a high school graduation meal at most but this is in no way worth the hype. Atmosphere is a 90’s Tuscan kitchen, I’m indifferent about it, feels cozy.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 1

I can absolutely see why Birchrunville Café books out months in advance! I’ve been following them online for ages without having been, and it paid off when we lucked into a last-minute Saturday night reservation. It turned out to be one of the best dining experiences my husband and I have had in a long time.

The food was incredible, the service exceptional, and the atmosphere was cozy and charming, it truly didn’t disappoint. We’d happily order everything we had all over again, though the menu changes often, which just makes us even more excited to come back and try the newest creations. Here’s hoping we can snag another reservation soon!

Extra bonus points for being BYOB

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best food I've had in Pennsylvania. Hard to decide which dish to get, as every one looked like a winner. A+++ Relica was a great server as well.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Have been trying to get a table here for years and they did not disappoint

I was here for a wedding and reception and it was absolutely the best meal I have ever had at a wedding. The service was fantastic and the atmosphere very quaint.

Excellent

Great food. Gets loud sometimes but the food is worth it! Servers are great as well.

Our favorite place!

All I can say is if you have never been, don't deprive yourself. It's just THAT good. The atmosphere, the food, the staff are all top notch. I can't count the number of times I have been here, and every visit is an experience. Splurge on a good bottle of wine and just do it.

This place is definitely worth the trip. All the dishes we had were delicious. The burata is exceptional and the lobster bisque that accompanies the crab cake is silken yumminess. The lamb trio and tuna steak were out of this world. They stumbled a bit with the chocolate lava cake (I've had much better) and the peach croissant bread pudding is quite good but somewhat lacking in peach. On the whole a memorable and worthwhile dining experience.

Cool quaint spot. Got seated in the window... Absolutely perfect spot to sit for 2. Food was top notch (I'm a chef by profession so 5 stars is hard to come by) had the broiled oysters (loved that little bit of gorgonzola) escargot, halibut & venison(wasn't expecting the presentation but fell in love when I got in there...love the chefs take on that sliced rolled around the risotto) Dessert... Both the crunch cake and butterscotch knocked it out of the park!! 💯 Will be back for more! Great job guys!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

The food was good but the portions were small. You would think that for the prices listed it would be a little less stingy. The service was excellent but they do not take credit cards which means that you have to bring a lot of cash with you. For us ( a family of four) with tax and tip, it came out to almost $340.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Wonderful dining experience. Visited for a good friend’s birthday celebration.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very friendly owner and staffs with excellent service. Quality and food taste are incredible, highly recommendation!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Everything was delicious and the place is so cute!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5